Preparing your Notebook PC
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1. wa Memory RAM Compartment The memory compartment contains pre installed RAM RAM Random Access Memory is where operating system application programs and data in current use are kept so that they can be quickly reached Visit an authorized service center or retailer for more information on the memory of your Notebook PC 2 10 Bottom Side cont Getting Started Chapter 3 Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Operating System for the First Time Restoring the Computer s Factory Default Settings Power System Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators NOTE Photos and icons in this document are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 3 1 3 Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Operating System for the First Time When installing Windows 7 certain information need to be entered to configure and customize the system according to the user s needs 3 NOTE The following procedure applies only to the preinstalled version of Windows 7 1 When powering on the computer for the first time after a brief initial screen startup phase the Set Up Windows screen is displayed allowing you to select in which language you wish to use the operating system r 14 Set Up Windows Windows 7 Professional Fi a Li z M M 2 3 a 5 Click Next Select Country Time Currency a2. 3 NOTE You will be warned when battery power is low If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode Windows default uses STR A WARNING Suspend to RAM STR does not last long when the battery power is depleted Suspend to Disk STD is not the same as power OFF STD requires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power supply e g removing both the power adapter and battery pack 3 12 Power System Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC on the road you will have to charge the battery pack The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power using the power adapter Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time A new battery pack must completely charge before the Notebook PC is disconnected from external power It takes a few hours to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is turned OFF and may take twice the time when the Notebook PC is turned ON The battery status indicator on the Notebook PC turns OFF when the battery pack is charged a NOTE The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is too high d WARNING Do not leave the battery pack discharged The battery pack will discharge over time If not using a battery pack it must continued to be charged ev
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4. data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives except that nothing can be written to or changed on the disc Using the proper software a CD RW drive or DVD CD RW drive can allow CD RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing deleting and editing capabilities Vibration is normal for high speed optical drives due to unbalanced discs or prints To decrease vibration use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the disc Listening to Audio CDs The optical drives can play audio CDs but only the DVD ROM drive can play DVD audio Insert the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing Depending on the DVD audio disc and installed software it may require that you open a DVD player to listen to DVD audio You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon on the taskbar U a 4 12 Storage Devices Using the Notebook PC g Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs This Notebook PC has a built in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below The built in memory card reader is not only convenient but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high bandwidth PCI bus IMPORTANT Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on N
5. DC output 19V 3 42A 65 Watts 11 1V 4800mAh 54Wh Lithium ion battery pack Temperature Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 60 C Relative humidity Operating 20 80 Non operating 10 90 Technical specifications B 3 B Appendix B Page left intentionally blank N U a a B 4 Technical specifications Directive 2002 96 CE DIRECTIVE 2002 96 CE ON THE TREATMENT COLLECTION RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL OF ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND THEIR COMPONENTS 1 FOR COUNTRIES IN THE EUROPEAN UNION EU The disposal of electric and electronic devices as solid urban waste is strictly prohibited it must be collected separately The dumping of these devices at unequipped and unauthorized places may have hazardous effects on health and the environment Offenders will be subjected to the penalties and measures laid down by the law To dispose of our devices correctly a Contact the Local Authorities who will give you the practical information you need and the instructions for handling the waste correctly for example location and times of the waste collection centres etc b When you purchase a new device of ours give a used device similar to the one purchased to our dealer for disposal The crossed dustbin symbol on the device means that When it to be disposed of the device is to be taken to the equipped waste collection centres and is to be handled separately from ur
6. Preparing your Notebook PC 1 7 H Introducing the Notebook PC Page left intentionally blank 1 8 Preparing your Notebook PC Knowing the Parts a Chapter 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Right Side Left Side Bottom Side NOTE Photos and icons in this document are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 2 1 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC 3 NOTE The keyboard will be different for each territory IMPORTANT Selected models may feature display panels that do not fully open to a 180 degree angle with such models do not attempt to force the display panel beyond its limit as it may cause damage to the device 2 2 Top Side Knowing the Parts a Top Side 2 3 Knowing the Parts Camera The built in camera allows picture taking or video recording Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications tj Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra clear flat panel which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors without any harmful radiation or flickering so it is easier on the eyes Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids use plain water if necessary to clean the display panel WARNING The display panel is fragile Do not to bend or press the panel 4 gt Aud
7. Self Test POST When you turn ON the Notebook PC it will first run through a series of software controlled diagnostic tests called the Power On Self Test POST The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC s architecture The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC s hardware configuration which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware it will display a message on the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup In most cases the record should be correct when you receive the Notebook PC When the test is finished you may get a message reporting No operating system found if the hard disk was not preloaded with an operating system This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system amp Local Disk C Properties Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology Sa Peras Vesors Cue General Tools Hardware Sharing The S M A R T Self Monitoring and Reporting A Technology checks the hard disk drive during POST and This pion wl dakha gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires aii N servicing If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup backup your data immediately and run ienaa Windows disk checking program To run Window s disk e
8. _ _ checking program click Start gt select Computer gt right E Dekaan em click a hard disk drive icon gt choose Properties gt click the Backup Tools tab gt click Check Now gt click Start You can also g ae select Scan sectors for more effective scan and repair k E but the process will run slower IMPORTANT If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing Continued use may result in data loss Power System 3 11 3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery A fully charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features your general work habits the CPU system memory size and the size of the display panel 3 NOTE Screen captures shown here are examples 8 Configuration Center only and may not reflect what you see in your i system Adjust screen brightness Power Options Windows Mobility Center J 1 hr 55 min 68 remaining Turn system icons on or off s Right click the battery icon Select a power plan Balanced Power saver Adjust screen brightness More power options Left click the battery icon
9. a Notebook PC retailer Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed use the following procedures to install the battery pack IMPORTANT Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON as this may result in the loss of working data To install the battery pack To remove the battery pack MSM Sms 3 8 Power System Getting Started IMPORTANT Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC Battery Care The Notebook PC s battery pack like all rechargeable batteries has a limit on the number times it can be recharged The battery pack s useful life will depend on your environment temperature humidity and how your Notebook PC is used It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 5 C and 35 C 41 F and 95 F You must also take into account that the Notebook PC s internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature Any temperatures above or below this range will shorten the life of the battery But in any case the battery pack s usage time will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must be purchased from an authorized dealer for this Notebook PC Because batteries a
10. before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC The power indicator on the adapter if available will light if the power is within accepted ranges SSS SSS SSS SSS SSS 3 6 Power System Getting Started IMPORTANT Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the a Notebook PC s adapter to power other electrical devices If there is smoke burning scent or extreme heat coming from the AC DC adapter seek servicing Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC DC adapter You may damage both your battery pack s and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC DC adapter 3 NOTE This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three prong plug depending on territory If a three prong plug is provided you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC ch WARNING THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY se ee l Power System 3 7 3 Getting Started Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through
11. drive is the most delicate component and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped wa Memory RAM RAM Random Access Memory is the component in a computer where the operating system application programs and data in current use are kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computer s processor Upon startup the BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST Power On Self Test process 4 8 Storage Devices Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1 While the Notebook PC s power is ON press the drive s eject button and the tray will eject out partially 2 Gently pull on the drive s front panel and slide the tray completely out Be care ful not to touch the drive lens and other mechanisms Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive s tray Using the Notebook PC g Storage Devices 4 9 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Cont 3 Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc s printed side up Push down on both sides of the disc s center until the disc snaps onto the hub The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted 4 Slowly push the drive s tray back in The drive will begin reading the table of con tents TOC on the disc When the drive stops the disc is ready to be used 3 NOTE It is normal to hear as well as feel t
12. hand held devices used on people or individual items You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X ray machines However it is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands Transportation Precautions 1 5 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC IMPORTANT Selected models may feature display panels that do not fully open to a 180 degree angle with such models do not attempt to force the display panel beyond its limit as it may cause damage to the device 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter Silla 0 o 1 6 Preparing your Notebook PC Introducing the Notebook PC J 3 Open the Display Panel 4 Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT When opening do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel The power switch turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF or puts the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel gt Power Options gt System Settings
13. not connected Number Lock Indicator a Indicates that number lock Num Lk is activated when lighted Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input LLL SESS Eee SS SS SS SS SS ee ee Switches and Status Indicators cont 3 23 Getting Started Page left intentionally blank 3 24 Switches and Status Indicators cont Using the Notebook PC g Chapter 4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Connections 3 NOTE Photos and icons in this document are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself E 4 1 D Using the Notebook PC H Pointing Device The Notebook PC s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two three button and scrolling knob PS 2 mice The touchpad is electrostatic sensitive and contains no moving parts therefore mechanical failures can be avoided A device driver is still required for working Cursor with some application software Movement a IMPORTANT Do not use any objects in place of Left Click your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad s surface RIJNECIIGK Using the Touchpad Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive objects cannot be used in place of your fingers The touchpad s primary funct
14. succession and the system launches the corresponding program If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long the operation will not be executed You can set the double click speed using the Windows Control Panel Mouse The following 2 examples produce the same results Double Clicking Double Tapping Press the left button twice and release Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice Dragging Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish You can move the cursor over the item you select and while keeping the left button depressed moving the cursor to the desired location then release the button Or you can simply double tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip The following illustrations produce the same results Dragging Clicking Dragging Tapping Hold left button and slide finger on touchpad Lightly strike the touchpad twice sliding finger on touchpad during second strike CEEE 4 4 Pointing Device Using the Notebook PC g H Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive If not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Take note of the following precautions Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any ha
15. Sleep Q Wren ipress the steep button Sleep Steep x amp When I close the lid Sleep x Sleep xj Password protection on wakeup Change settings that are equire a password recomme When your computer ake ig cma acm yp e bse password to unlock the computer Create or change your user account password Don t require When your computer wakes from sleep anyone can access your dat because the computer isn t locked fa Getting Started Sleep is the same as Suspend to RAM STR This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF Because RAM is volatile it requires power to keep refresh the data Click the Start button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option You can also use the keyboard shortcut Fn F1 to activate this mode Recover by pressing any keyboard key esa Fn NOTE The power indicator will blink in this mode Hibernate is the same as Suspend to Disk STD and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive By doing this RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake up components like LAN needs to remain powered Hibernate saves more power compared to Sleep Click the Start button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option Recover by pressing the power button NOTE The power indi
16. age Ease of Access Let Windows suggest settings Optimize visual display Models with ALPS touchpad Select this option to enable this feature Version 8 5 5 1 STL Gsentelic Touch Pad Touch Seren auch Btn Tac Sex Finger Sensing Pad 11 17 2003 caprieiatetentneme Configuration tems EE Desciption Sentelic Inspired by Touch 7 Defaults http inwwsentetcccom The pad can be enabled dsabled automaticaly according to your brelerence w Pointing Device 4 7 D Using the Notebook PC G Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents pictures and other files to various data storage devices This Notebook PC has the following storage devices e Hard Disk Drive e Memory RAM e Optical Drive e Flash Memory Card Reader e ExpressCard Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive Current hard drives support S M A R T Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen a IMPORTANT Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact The hard disk
17. ance Germany Gulf States Hungary Iceland Iran Iraq Ireland Italy Japan Netherlands Nor way Poland Portugal Saudi Arabia Scotland South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Syria Turkey UK Greece Former Yugoslav Republics Slovakia Region 3 Burma Indonesia South Korea Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Region 4 Australia Caribbean Except US Territories Central America New Zealand Pacific Islands South America Region 5 CIS India Pakistan Rest of Africa Russia North Korea Region 6 China lt a Declarations and Safety Statements A 3 A Appendix A Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user s manual WARNING Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive For your safety have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider Service warning label CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS a u 1 4 Declarations and Safety Statements Appendix B qd Appendix B Technical specifications NOTE The specifications listed in this Appendix are c
18. and Region LM Change keyboards or other input methods Change display language Ease of Access Let Windows suggest settings Optimize visual display Select this option to enable this feature as il Benter a T In ttn Taven Se Finger Sensing Pad 11 17 2003 Version 8 5 5 1 STL O o i j Programs Uninstall a program a e Configuration toms Fag pad can be enabled desbedadonateal accordnatoyour preference tn sent com Eo Coe fon 4 6 Pointing Device Using the Notebook PC Control Panel Classic View OO ES gt Control Panel Adjust your computer s settings i System and Security Va Review your computer s status Back up your computer Find and fix problems Connect to the Internet lt lt View network status and tasks Choose homegroup and sharing options Network and Internet i Hardware and Sound View devices and printers Add a device Connect to a projector Adjust commonly used mobility settings Programs Uninstall a program Corg View by Category User Accounts and Family Safety Add or remove user accounts Set up parental controls for any user Appearance and Personalization Change the theme Change desktop background Adjust screen resolution Clock Language and Region Change keyboards or other input methods Change display langu
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20. can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system The power management features are designed to save as much electricity as possible by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as possible but also allow full operation on demand Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows gt Control Panel gt Power Options In System Settings you can a a ola to GU s Hardware and Sound Power Options System Settings 4r Search Control Pane P define Sleep Hibernate or Shut Down for closing the display panel or pressing the power button Sleep and Hibernate saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components When you resume your work your last status such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way will reappear as if you never left Shut Down will close all applications and ask if you want to save your work if any are not saved a SS a aes ae ea ae a Power System 3 15 Define power buttons and turn on password protection Choose the power settings that you want for your computer The changes you make to the settings on this page apply to all of your power plans Power and sleep buttons and lid settings i On battery EP Plugged in went press the power button Seep z
21. cator will be OFF in this mode Thermal Power Control The computer is shipped enabled for power management and the default settings are in compliance with Energy Star 5 0 requirements the device automatically enters in sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity the display automatically enters in sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity To wake up the computer from this state press any key on the keypad or press the power button Switch user Log off Lock Restart Sleep Hibernate There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC s thermal state These methods cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature not CPU e The fan turns ON for active cooling when temperature reaches the safe upper limit e The CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit e The system shuts down for critical cooling when temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit 3 16 Power System Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC s keyboard The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command NOTE The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on mod
22. ection to a local network The built in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters USB Port 2 0 1 1 2 0 The USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer O USB Port 2 0 1 1 2 0 The USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer continued on the next page Left Side 2 7 B Knowing the Parts Left Side cont 5 G ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support an ExpressCard 34mm or ExpressCard 54mm expansion card This interface i
23. ed 3 1000BASE T or Gigabit is only supported on selected models Twisted Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host generally a Hub or Switch is called a straight through Twisted Pair Ethernet TPE The end connectors are called RJ 45 connectors which are not compatible with RJ 11 telephone connectors If connecting two computers together without a hub in between a crossover LAN cable is required Fast Ethernet model Gigabit models support auto crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional Connections 4 17 Using the Notebook PC peu of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built in Ethernet controller oF Lan TAL connector Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ 45 connectors 4 18 Connections Using the Notebook PC g Wireless LAN Connection The optional built in wireless LAN is a compact easy to use wireless Ethernet adapter Implementing the IEEE 802 11 standard for wireless LAN WLAN the optional built in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM technologies on 2 4GHz 5GHz frequencies The optional built in wireless LAN is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802 11 standards allowing seamless interfacing of wireless LAN standards The
24. egional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content CSS sometimes called copy guard is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many one rule that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases DVD video titles are released for spe cific geographic regions as defined in Region Definitions below Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region usually coded to the region at which it is sold While DVD movie content may be released for mul tiple regions CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region 3 NOTE The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer software then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting Changing the region code after that will require factory re setting which is not covered by warranty If resetting is desired shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user A 2 Declarations and Safety Statements Appendix A Region Definitions Region 1 Canada US US Territories Region 2 Czech Egypt Finland Fr
25. el but the functions should remain the same 1 E 2 Moon Icon F1 Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode either Save to RAM or Save to Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup Signal Icon F2 Wireless Models Only Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON or OFF with an on screen display When enabled the corresponding wireless indicator will light Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN Open Sun Icon F3 Increases the display brightness Filled Sun Icon F4 Decreases the display brightness a W N Q LCD Monitor Icons F5 Toggles between the Notebook PC s LCD display and an external monitor in this series Notebook PC LCD gt External Monitor gt Both This function does not work in 256 Colors select High Color in Display Property Settings NOTE Must connect an external monitor before booting up continued on the next page Special Keyboard Functions 3 17 Getting Started Colored Hot Keys cont D 7 Speaker X Icon F7 Toggles the speakers ON and OFF only in Windows OS N M Speaker Low Icon F8 Decreases the speaker volume only in Windows OS D H e Speaker High Icon F9 Increases the speaker volume only in Windows OS o J Bluetooth Icon F11 Toggles the internal bluetooth ON or OFF with an on scre
26. en display Windows software settings are necessary to connect to bluetooth devices on selected models only IE J Camera Icon F12 Toggles the built in camera ON enabled and OFF disabled Disabling the camera will prevent any images or videos from being taken and transmitted accidentally a N te Scr Lk NumLk Toggles the Scroll Lock ON and OFF Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation gt Zz 3 om es Battery Icon Home Toggles Intel s Configuration Center ON and OFF 3N a continued on the next page 3 18 Special Keyboard Functions Getting Started Colored Hot Keys cont Play Pause Icon A Plays or pauses media in the media player Stop Icon V Stops a media player during playback Rewind Icon lt Rewinds or moves the media a step backwards during playback Fast forward Icon gt Fast forwards or moves the media a step forward during playback l Q Ld g Special Keyboard Functions 3 19 3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below a The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop A The other key that looks like a Windows menu with a small c
27. ery three months to extend recovery capacity or else it may fail to charge in the future Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options For other options such as Switch User Restart Sleep or Shut Down click the arrowhead next to the lock icon Restarting or Rebooting Switch user After making changes to your operating system you may Log off be prompted to restart the system Some installation lak processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart To restart the system manually choose Restart Restart Sleep Hibernate Power System 3 13 Getting Started IMPORTANT To protect the hard drive wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or l restart there is a manual way to shutdown your Notebook Hold the power button O over 4 seconds PC IMPORTANT Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data 3 14 Power System Getting Started Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership TCO You
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29. ge to the connectors The hard disk drive s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport Therefore you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel IMPORTANT The Notebook PC s surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for Be careful not to rub or a scrape the Notebook PC surfaces Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt water shock and scratches Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings IMPORTANT There are three main types of airport security devices X ray machines used on items placed a on conveyor belts magnetic detectors used on people walking through security checks and magnetic wands
30. he disc spinning with great intensity in the optical drive while data is read 4 10 Storage Devices Optical Drive Cont Removing an optical disc Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub Emergency eject The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject Note Make sure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area Using the Notebook PC g Actual location will vary by model Storage Devices 4 11 Using the Notebook PC Using the Optical Drive Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your disc suppliers Unlike desktop optical drives the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the disc in place regardless of the angle When inserting a disc it is important that the disc be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical drive tray will scratch the disc WARNING If the disc is not properly locked onto the center hub the disc can be damaged when the tray is closed Always watch the disc closely while closing the tray slowly to prevent damage An optical drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a disc in the drive After the disc is properly inserted
31. io Speakers The built in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments The multimedia sound system fea ures an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich vibrant sound results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers Audio features are software controlled O Power Switch The power switch turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF or puts the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel depth at which the keys can be depressed and palm rest for both hands A Windows function key is provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse A software controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation This switch allows you to toggle the Notebook PC s wireless connection See details for the switches in Section 3 Status Indicators Status indicators represent various hardware software conditions See indicator details in Section 3 00 O16 Wireless Switch 2 4 Top Side Knowing the Parts a Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the N
32. ion ccccccccccceeeeeeeeetes 4 19 Declarations and Safety Statements 0 00 A 2 DVD ROM Drive Information n a A 2 Technical specifications ccccccececccceesseeeeeeeeeneaes B 2 Introducing the Notebook PC a Chapter 1 Introducing the Notebook PC General Overview Safety Precautions Transportation Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 3 NOTE Photos and icons in this document are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself E 1 1 Introducing the Notebook PC General Overview This document provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them The following are the major sections of this document 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and its documentation 2 Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC s components 3 Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC 4 Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC s components Notes For The User A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this document that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely These notes have different degrees of importance as described below 3 NOTE Tips and information for special situations TIP Tips and useful information for completing tasks i cy IMPORTANT Vital inf
33. ion is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip instead of a standard desktop Slide finger K Slide finger mouse The following illustrations demonstrate proper use of the touchpad Slide finger forwar Slide finger backward Moving The Cursor Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the cursor 4 2 Pointing Device Using the Notebook PC g Scrolling on selected models Slide your finger up or down on the right side to scroll a window up or down e NOTE A software controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation Scroll Down p 7 HJ Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking Tapping With the cursor over an item press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected The selected item will change color The following 2 examples produce the same results Press the left cursor button and release Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad Clicking Tapping Pointing Device 4 3 Using the Notebook PC Double clicking Double tapping This is acommon skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select Move the cursor over the icon you wish to execute press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid
34. lified products help you save money and reduce environmental impacts by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines More information about Energy Star can be found at www energystar gov Table of Contents Contents Introducing the Notebook PC Using o POWE ature E A at iatie 3 8 Batten LAE aarne a RN R 3 9 G al OVEIVICW rerien aeeai aae ae 1 2 ee ee ets 1 2 Powering ON the Notebook PC 3 10 Safety PreCAUtIONS a 1 3 The Power On Self Test POST acn 3 11 Transportation Precautions cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee es 1 5 ei eee PON aa Re ee Prepari N ROR seco acabanedins Mantetbantaeal Reni pari er rae f PARN YOUR NAIEEROE PE ie POWEFr O PTIONS wei tenet Ache el eel aside S 3 13 Knowing the Parts Emergency Shutdown cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 14 Top Side 3 2 Power Management Modes eeeeeeeeeees 3 15 K a Gn RARE Ae ee ss OAE E at wcctat be eee 3 16 ae Side cont PT re Sib i AA E 2 6 Special Keyboard Functions cece eeeeteteeeeeee 3 17 eae ae cP a acon aa So Colored HOt Keys tiadsntacedie teenie iotanecary 3 17 Left Side ont oC Mey UP ee oes inher he ae ee 2 8 Colored Hot Keys COnt ccccececceseeeeceeeeeeneees 3 18 Bottom Side figs Ave py einen Pe erat a eee ere Sy 2 9 Colored Hot Keys COnNt ccccccccccccseeseeceeeeeeneees 3 19 Bottom Side CON cecccccccssceecccccseseeeessessesseeeecsessss 2 10 Microsoft Windows KeyYS ccccccccccceseseeeeeeeneees 3 20 Pee 4 ee ee eS K
35. lso have a shelf life it is not recommended to buy extras for storing WARNING For safety reasons DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts and DO NOT disassemble the battery If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center Se a ne oe Power System 3 9 Getting Started h Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC s power ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON If necessary you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration press F2 upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup If you press Tab during the splash screen standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be seen Press ESC and you will be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives 3 NOTE Before bootup the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON This is part of the Notebook PC s test routine and is not a problem with the display a IMPORTANT To protect the hard disk drive always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON A WARNING DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag 2 a a a 3 10 Power System Getting Started The Power On
36. nd Keypad layout to continue with the Set Up Windows Click Next Type a user name and a computer name to continue with the Set Up Windows Click Next Type the Windows version serial number to continue with the Set Up Windows NOTE The serial number is found on the label affixed on the back panel of the notebook Type serial number of your Windows version and start the automatic activation procedure Click Next to continue 3 2 Installing and Customizing the Operating System for the First Time Getting Started 3 6 Upon completion the system will ask you to accept the 7 Click Next to continue license agreement Accept the Licenze Agreement Set Help protect your computer and improve Windows automatically to end the Windows configuration procedure Please read the license terms MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS Help protect your computer and improve Windows automatically WINDOWS 7 These license terms are an agreement between Microsoft Corporation or based on where you live one of its affiliates and you Please read them They apply to the software named above which includes the media on which you received it if any Printed paper license terms which may come with the software may replace or modify any on screen license terms The terms also apply to any Microsoft Use recommended settings Install important and recommended updates help make Internet browsing safer check online for solutio
37. ns to problems and help Microsoft improve Windows Install important updates only Only install security updates and other important updates for Windows updates supplements Ask me later Until you decide your computer might be vulnerable to security threats Internet based services and Accept the license terms When you use recommended settings or install updates only some information is sent to Microsoft The information is not used to identify you or contact you To turn off these settings later search for Turn off recommended setting in Help and Support Read the privacy statement 8 Review the time and data setting Click Next to continue 3 Getting Started Restoring the Computer s Factory Default Settings Proceed as follows to restore the computer to its initial 2 From the Advanced Startup Options menu select factory default configuration the configuration that the Repair Your computer computer was in at the time of purchase You are prompted to select a keypad input mode WARNING Remember to attach the power a cord to the computer and to the electrical See outlet before starting so as to ensure that the battery remains charged during the entire F z z reinstallation process Select a heyoowre rout method f 1 Shortly after having pressed the power button on your computer repeatedly press the lt F8 gt key on the m keypad until displaying the Ad
38. optional built in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations for distances up to 40 meters between the client and the access point To provide efficient security to your wireless communication the optional built in wireless LAN comes with a 64 bit 128 bit Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA features Ad hoc mode These are examples of the Notebook PC The Ad hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to connected to a Wireless Network another wireless device No access point AP is required in this wireless environment All devices must install optional 802 11 wireless LAN adapters Notebook PC Desktop PC Connections 4 19 4 Using the Notebook PC Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point AP sold separately that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with each other or with a wired network All devices must install optional 802 11 wireless LAN adapters Z a e R Access Point Notebook PC Desktop PC A E 4 20 Connections Using the Notebook PC g 1 Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your 2 You should see the Connections are available model see switches and or special keyboard functions netwo
39. or remove it using the Removing an ExpressCard instructions Be sure the ExpressCard is level when inserting below 2 Insert the ExpressCard with the connector side first and label side up Standard Ex pressCards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted Storage Devices 4 15 Using the Notebook PC 3 Insert the ExpressCard with the connector side first and label side up Standard Ex pressCards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted Removing an ExpressCard The ExpressCard slot does not have an eject button Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to eject the ExpressCard Carefully pull the ejected ExpressCard out of the socket 4 16 Storage Devices Using the Notebook PC g Connections Network Connection Connect a network cable with RJ 45 connectors on each end to the modem network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch For 100 BASE TX 1000 BASE T speeds your network cable must be category 5 or better not category 3 with twisted pair wiring If you plan on running the interface at 100 1000Mbps it must be connected to a 100 BASE TX 1000 BASE T hub not a BASE T4 hub For 10Base T use category 3 4 or 5 twisted pair wiring 10 100 Mbps Full Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with duplex enabled The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user intervention is requir
40. ormation that must be followed to prevent damage to data components or persons Ay WARNING Important information that must be followed for safe operation lt gt Text enclosed in lt gt or represents a key on the keyboard do not actually type the lt gt or and the enclosed letters 1 2 General Overview Introducing the Notebook PC a Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC Follow all precautions and instructions Except as described in this document refer all servicing to qualified personnel Do not use damaged power cords accessories or other peripherals Do not use strong solvents such as thinners benzene or other chemicals on or near the surface IMPORTANT Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack s before cleaning Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove DO NOT place on uneven or unsta ble work surfaces any foreign objects into the Notebook PC Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged DO NOT press or touch the display panel Do not place DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields ogether with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC DO NOT expose to dirty or du
41. orrect at the time of going to press Certain items particularly processor types speeds may be changed delayed or updated due to the manufacturer s release schedule Check with your service center for details ee EE ee ee ee eee Technical specifications B 1 Appendix B Technical specifications Intel 13 330 Intel HM55 15 6 LED backlit 16 9 format DDRIII DDR3 800 1600 MHz memory Two Dual channel modules 1GB each Chipset embedded GFX with up to 763MB shared memory American Megatrend One 320 GB SATA Serial hard drive Kensington Lock Realtek ALC269 Two 2 x 2W audio speakers Incorportated TouchPad integrated scrolling key functionality Digital key keyboard with embedded numeric keypad Four USB 2 0 ports One Headphone out jack One Microphone in jack One LAN RJ 45 jack One DC input jack One external monitor port One 12 7 mm CD DVD RW optical drive IEEE 802 11 b g n Intel My WiFi 10Mbps 100Mbps 1000Mbps Ethernet LAN Integrated 1 3M pixel PC camera Bluetooth EDR 2 1 Windows 7 Professional Edition Embedded 3 in 1 card reader MMC SD MS B 2 Technical specifications Appendix B qd One Mini card slot for PCle type wireless 389mm width x 249mm depth x 34 5mm LAN module height Wake On LAN Gravity sensor G sensor Wake On USB Full range AC DC adapter AC input 100 240 V 50 60 HzDC DC
42. otebook PC ES 8D EE E Headphone Output Jack Q The stereo headphone jack 1 8 inch is used to connect the Notebook PC s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones Using this jack automatically disables the built in speakers A Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack 1 8 inch can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices Using his jack automatically disables the built in microphone Use this feature for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recordings e USB Ports 2 0 1 1 2 0 The USB Universal Serial Bus ports are compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer 4 j Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives The Notebook PC s optical drive may support compact discs CD and or digital video discs DVD and may have recordable R or re writable RW capabilities See the marketing specifi cations for details on each model con
43. otebook PC model and flash memory card specifications Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may change without warning Flash Memory Card Examples os i T Storage Devices 4 13 D Using the Notebook PC MMC Multimedia Card MMC Plus RS MMC Reduced Size with MMC adapter D Secure Digital miniSD with SD adapter SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity microSD with SD adapter Memory stick MS PRO MagicGate Select Memory Stick Duo Duo Pro MagicGate with MS adapater Memory Stick Micro with MS adapter IMPORTANT Never remove cards while or immediately after reading copying formatting or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur WARNING To prevent data loss use Windows Safely Remove Hardware on the taskbar before removing the flash memory card 4 14 Storage Devices Using the Notebook PC g Express Card One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard 34mm or one ExpressCard 54mm expansion card This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2 0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards r O ee gt pgs m e Inserting an ExpressCard 1 If there is an ExpressCard socket protec t
44. rd objects NOTE The touchpad responds to movement not to force There is no need to tap the surface too hard Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad The touchpad responds best to light pressure eo a na Pointing Device 4 5 Using the Notebook PC HJ Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC s touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached This feature is normally OFF to turn ON this feature select the option in Windows Control Panel gt Mouse Properties gt Device Settings or USB mouse connection Control Panel Home Models with Synaptics touchpad i IOR gt Control Panel gt Buttons Pointers Pointer s m Options o Whea Harwae Finger Sensing Pad Adjust your computer s settings i System and Security ta Review your computer s status Back up your computer Find and fix problems i Connect to the Internet SZ View network status and tasks Choose homegroup and sharing options Network and Internet 7 Hardware and Sound E View devices and printers Add a device Connect to a projector Adjust commonly used mobility settings re View by Category User Accounts and Family Safety Add or remove user accounts Set up parental controls for any user Appearance and Personalization ay Change the theme Change desktop background Adjust screen resolution Clock Language
45. rk icon Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network in Section 3 r m Not connected tt Not connected P aiil Connections are available aiil Connections are available Wireless Network Connection a Wireless Network Connection i Alice2 99757505 will V Connect automatically Alice2 99757505 Alice 68677950 Alice 68677950 will Open Network and Sharing Center 3 Select Show Wireless if you have many networks in your area Connections 4 21 Open Network and Sharing Center 4 Using the Notebook PC 4 Select the wireless network you want to connect to 6 When connecting you may have to enter a password 7 After connection has been established Connected 5 Right click on the network icon and select Connect to will be shown a network e SSS SS a sss ees 4 22 Connections Appendix A Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements NOTE Photos and icons in this document are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself A 1 A Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements 2vP DVD ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD ROM drive or a CD ROM drive In order to view DVD titles you must install your own DVD viewer software Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC The DVD ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs R
46. s faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2 0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards QO P Flash Memory Card Reader M This Notebook PC has a built in high speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards used in devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs EE ETR 2 8 Left Side cont Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC ll oO Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected This allows use when moving temporarily between locations Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit continued on the next page Bottom Side 2 9 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side cont m Hard Disk Drive Compartment O The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment Hard Disk Drive HDD is a non volatile data storage device It stores data on a magnetic surface layered onto hard disk platters Visit an authorized service center or retailer for more information on the hard disk drive of your Notebook PC
47. sty environments DO NOT DO NOT expose to or use near liquids rain or moisture operate during a gas leak ER DO NOT use the modem during an electri cal storm Battery safety warnings DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT disassemble the battery DO NOT short circuit the contacts DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure TALR SAFE TEMP This Notebook PC should only be used in INPUT RATING Refer to the rating label on the bottom of Xe ye X K environ ments with ambient temperatures between 5 C the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter L 41 F and 35 C 95 F complies with the rating Safety Precautions 1 3 D Introducing the Notebook PC DO NOT throw the Notebook PC battery pack or any of DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered bse its parts in municipal waste Check local regulations for S ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such disposal of electronic products 5 as a carrying bag CAUTION Danger of explosion if the battery pack is aR incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equiv alent type recommended by the manufacturer In M 1 4 Safety Precautions Introducing the Notebook PC J Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent dama
48. t for the system recovery operation to end before powering off the computer An interruption of this operation will render the operating system unusable Restoring the Computer s Factory Default Settings 3 5 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts the power adapter and the battery power system The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC DC adapter That means that you may connect the power cord to any 100V 120V as well as 220V 240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US standard AC power cord to a different standard Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country TIP You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country With the AC power cord connected to the AC DC converter connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet preferably with surge protection and then connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC Connecting the AC DC adapter to the AC outlet first allows you to test the AC outlet s power and the AC DC converter itself for compatibility problems
49. tinued on the next page Right Side 2 5 Knowing the Parts Right Side cont O pein Power DC Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack always use the supplied power adapter d CAUTION The adapter may become warm to hot when in use be sure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body 6 a Kensington Lock Port The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington compatible Notebook PC security products These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved 2 6 Right Side cont Left Side Knowing the Parts a Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC o Display Monitor Output The 15 pin D sub monitor port supports a standard VGA compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display LAN Port The RJ 45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ 11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for conn
50. tting Started Switches and Status Indicators cont Status Indicators Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock Caps Lock is activated when lighted Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capital ized letters e g A B C When the capital lock light is OFF the typed letters will be in the lower case form e g a b c Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth BT This indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC s built in Blue ooth BT function is activated Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device s such as the hard disk The light flashes proportional to he access time 0lo D Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with built in wireless LAN and or built in Bluetooth When the built in wireless LAN and or built in Bluetooth is enabled this indicator will light Windows software settings are necessary continued on the next page 3 22 Switches and Status Indicators cont Getting Started Status Indicators cont Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery s power as follows E ON The Notebook PC s battery is charging when AC power is connected OFF The Notebook PC s battery is charged or completely drained Blinking Battery power is less than 10 and the AC power is
51. ursor activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar me applications With Number Lock OFF press Fn and one of the cursor keys shown below For example Fn 8 for up Fn K for down Fn U for left and Fn O for right With Number Lock ON use Shift and one of the cursor 1 keys shown below For example Shift 8 for up Shift K End for down Shift U for left and Shift O for right a fle A u gt S DS oD Be Vv Q J C 9 Pg Up o J N lt J Pg Dn 0 Enter Ins NOTE The red arrows are illustrated here for your reference They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here 3 20 Special Keyboard Functions Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches Wireless Switch Wireless Models Only Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth on selected models ON or OFF with an on screen display When enabled the corresponding wireless indicator will light Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth continued on the next page FS Sn i ee a a ee aaa Switches and Status Indicators 3 21 3 Ge
52. vanced Boot Options r screen 3 Select English and then click Next x To access recovery ogtons og on as bos user To access Te command prompt as wel 0g on uang an anns yato account 3 4 Restoring the Computer s Factory Default Settings Getting Started 4 To continue the System Recovery Options require 5 Select Startup Repair and then select Shut Down that you to type the User name and its associated You are now prompted to confirm the selected Password The user or users that can be selected are operation those that have been defined on the computer in use E Type the User name and if necessary its associated a a Password and then click OK You can now select the Fook race eel type of recovery to perform Startup Repair tall Windows Xf Bremt wesen s x Choose a recovery tool Operating system Windows 7 on P OS Startup Repas to automancaly 1 problens Dut we Devero Vndoas fom sia nG System Restore a Restore Windows to an esrler pont n ime System Imaae Recovery Recover you Computer usro 2 system mage you Ceeted carter Widows Memory Dimanostic Check your computer for memory hardware errors anar Open a commenc promot araos z 7 Reinstall windows WARNING This operation will delete all the data wl neva orden uang rtaatn fes stores one rara ask ch that was loaded on the computer after its Saco nest purchase To continue confirm by clicking Yes Wai
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