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1. 3 To remove the disc press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock U Ifthe eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader 4 To close the combo drive simply push the CD tray inside The combo drive LED will activate when the disc is detected Wait until the LED has turned off and then start to read the disc How to care the CD When you handle CDs pay attention to the following guidelines 57 Nite User Guide 58 3 8 e Always pick up the CD by its edges e Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the CD e Do not write with the hard ball point pen or apply labels on either side of the CD e Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures e Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft cloth The above points also apply to other optical storage media U The Combo drive is a Class 1 Laser Product Using PCMCIA Cards WHAT IS PCMCIA PCMCIA or Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is a non profit trade association that defines the industry standard for the PC Card technology The goal of PCMCIA is to ensure that any PC Card can work in any mobile computer built with a PCMCIA slot A PC Card is a peripheral device that can add a wide variety of capabilities to your computer including memory mas
2. 1 Double click on the Volume Control on the taskbar or click Start button then point to Programs Accessories Entertainment and then click on Volume Control 69 Neck User Guide 2 Click Properties in the Options main menu 3 Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the Shows the following Volume Controls box Properties Mixer device Avance ACS Audio Adjust volume for Playback Recording Show the following volume controls E Mono Mix C Stereo Mix CD Player Microphone C Phone Line Figure 4 3 Audio Properties 4 Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear Here you will select the input device for the recording source If you want to record from the Combo drive with audio music you must click on CD Player 70 Recording Control Mono Mix Stereo Mix Balance Balance CD Player Balance Fun with Multimedia 4 Microphone Phone Line Balance Balance p ap J 4 gt J 4 0 4 0 Volume Volume EE LJ O Select Select Avance AC97 Audio Volume tJ C Select Volume Volume tJ Gal O Select CO Select Figure 4 4 Recording Volume Control USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Your computer allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording The external microphone jack is found on the left side of your computer Use only microphone with 1 8 inch mini jack connector Fo
3. 4 1 4 2 Notebook Multimedia Features Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun comfortable exciting and easy Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following e Intel Celeron M Processor Yonah e Upto 2GB DDR2 SDRAM e DVD CD RW Combo or DVD Dual e Integrated VIA VN800 graphics engine e 16 bit Audio Sound System with built in speaker and microphone Audio Sound System Features Your computer has a built in 16 bit stereo sound controller that allows you to record store and playback voice music and other sound effects with built in mixer controls An integrated full duplex microphone and twin mini speakers are also built in into your computer to allow you to record and playback sound anytime and anywhere On the left side of your computer you will find the audio ports that include the following e External 1 8 inch microphone jack that connects external microphone for recording purpose e Earphone or headphone jack for personal listening e Sound volume adjust by K B hot key 4 3 4 4 Fun with Multimedia 4 Setting up the Audio Driver Properties Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows If you bought your computer with Windows pre installed it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you If not
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5. 2 Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the back of your computer Secure the cable connection with the screws provided 3 Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet 4 Turn on the power of the monitor 5 Turn on your computer Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will show the display Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous display mode 79 80 5 3 Nites User Guide 6 If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display you can use the lt Fn gt lt F3 gt hot key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor Keep pressing the hot key until you get the display to external monitor only lt o U Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and how to change the display propetties Using the External Audio System At the left side of your computer you will find the built in audio ports You can connect Microphone jacks earphone or powered speaker To connect to a audio jack 1 Locate the audio port Microphone Headphone that you want to use to the target device 2 Plug the jack into the port on the left side of the system U Ifyou use external speakers and experience the sound distortion or feedback please lower the volume Some factors is caused by too close locating the microphone and speakers ftom each other moving a
6. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation European Notice For the following equipment Notebook PC CE Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC Lowvoltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the Amendment Directive uw Nistea User Guide 6 93 68 EEC the procedures given in European Council Directive 99 5 EC and 89 3360EEC The equipment was passed The test was performed according to the following European standards EN 300 328 2 V 1 2 1 2001 12 N 301 489 1 V 1 3 1 2001 09 EN 301 489 17 V 1 1 1 2000 09 N 50371 2002 N 55022 2001 E E E EN 55024 2001 EN 60950 2000 EN 61000 3 2 2000 EN 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 802 11b Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2 400 2 4835GHz In France the equipment must be restricted to the 2 4465 2 4835GHz freque
7. Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode When you press lt Enter gt in this field the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha numeric characters and then re enter it for confirmation Set User Password This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set Enter the user password when boot the system or resume from suspend mode But if the Write Protect is set in the Fixed disk boot sector field you should enter a supervisor password to access the fixed disk when boot the system or resume from suspend mode Password on Boot If you set this field to Enabled your computer will always ask for the password every time you boot your computer Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 5 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first Advanced Security Boot priority order Item Specific Help 1 USB Floppy Drive 2 CD ROW DVD ROM Keys used to view or 3 Hard Drive configure devices 4 USB Storage Disk Up or Down arrows 5 Boot from LAN Select a device lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first To select the boot device you can use the up or down
8. you also need to setup the disk type first on your computetr s BIOS SETUP program before formatting the disk drive Your computer supports Auto detect hard disk type so you do not need to set it manually Your dealer should already have done all of this for you You can refer to Chapter 6 on how to run the BIOS SETUP program You can increase the system s storage capacity by replacing the standard hard disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity U Ifyou wish to replace your hard disk contact your local dealer for more information about this dealer installable device U Always turn off your computer first before removing the hard disk drive Failure to do so will damage the computer and the hard disk Avoid jarring ot moving the computer while the hard disk is still being accessed How to Access the Optical Drive Your system ships with an optical disk drive installed on the left side of your computer You would normally use the drive for installing operating system and software application programs To insert and remove a disc on the drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned on Press the eject button found on the door cover of the combo drive The CD tray mechanism will pop out slightly and slowly pull out the whole length of the tray Using Your Notebook 3 2 Place the disc on top of the CD tray with the label side facing up Gently press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc
9. If the volume does not fit your need or it is crashed you can upgrade it by replacing with new hard disk Please do the following steps to change it 1 Remove the screw and open the cover by lifting its upper side cover Using Options T 7 3 Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully Remove the connector from the hard disk gently Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely Place the hard disk back to the compartment Cover the lid then rotate and tighten the screws Set the boot device as DVD CD RW Combo drive and Primary Master as Auto on BIOS setup menu Please refer to Chapter 6 about the setting of BIOS setup menu Then boot the system by using WinXP CD ROM and the system will detect the hard disk automatically and prompt you how to format the new disk Please tighten the screws located at each side of the hard disk before operating the hard disk Any vibration may cause damage for the running hard disk Please contact dealer or certified technician for changing the hard disk drive The damage of changing HDD resulting from users may not be under warranty Wireless Module Installation This computer uses mini PCI wireless LAN module at the bottom of this notebook for wireless connection 103 Note User Guide U Please contact dealer for adding or cha
10. To insert a PC card into the PCMCIA slot 1 Locate the PC card slot cover on the right side of the computer Using Your Notebook 3 2 Insert the side of PC card with the 68 pin socket into the PC slot The face label of the card should also be facing up 3 When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot push firmly but slowly to ensure full connection with the computer The PC card will be detected and once the needed driver is installed it will generate a beep sound to indicate that the card is detected Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot you should first disable the PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings 1 Double click the PC card icon on the right bottom side of the task bar 2 Select the socket from the list that you want to remove and click Stop button The system then disables the function of PCMCIA card 61 Nike User Guide 62 3 Then you can remove the inserted PC card push the button found on the right side of the PC slot to release the eject button Then push it again to release the PC card 4 When the PC card has moved out a space out of the slot hold the edges of the card and slowly slide it out MAKING PC CARDS WORK Since PC cards come in different types and brands making every card work on your computer may not that be easy PC cards like network SCSI or multifunction cards MFC need additional driver installation and configura
11. box appears Click the Browse button and specify the directory as E Drivers WinXP KBC Setup exe Click OK to implement the setup program to install this driver Click Next to execute the setup program Tick the option Restart Windows now and press Finish to P p restart your system Getting Started 2 INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE DRIVER INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Gemtek Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter driver Installing Wireless LAN driver tor Windows XP 1 Click the Start button and then click Run The Run dialog box appears 2 Click Browse button and specify the directory as E Drivers WinXP Wireless Lan setup exe 3 Click OK to continue installing the WLAN driver 4 Click Next continuously to install this driver when screen displays this command 5 Tick the option Yes I want to restart my computer now and press Finish to restart your system INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver Installing LAN driver for Windows XP 1 Click the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog box appears 2 Click the Browse button and specify the directory as E Drivers WinXP LAN WinSetup exe 3 Click OK to implement the setup program to install this driver 4 Click OK to complete the LAN driver instal
12. hard drive Hibernate mode uses less power than Standby mode but takes a bit longer time to resume When your notebook goes into hibernation Windows saves your entire desktop state before powering down your computer You don t need to save and close each document before you put your notebook into hibernation When you press power button again system will bring your notebook out of hibernation You ll find your applications and documents open on your desktop exactly as you left them U Hibernation is enabled by default To verify that Hibernation is enabledd Click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel Choose Power Options icon then click on the Hibernate tab IF the chock box of Enable Hibernate is selected the Hibernation mode is enabled Shutdown All power has been turned off from the notebook This means that no power including external AC power source and battery power source will be consume by the notebook Working with the Built in HDD Your notebook computer is equipped with a built in large capacity 2 5 inch IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system and all application software programs You need to format the hard disk Noto User Guide 56 3 7 before using The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting Sometimes divided into two partitions adding a Drive D Since your computer supports different hard disk capacities up to 80 GB
13. is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed Lights green when the system is powered on Lights green blinking when the system is in Standby mode Lights yellow when the battery power is low Lights orange when the battery power is critical low Battery Charging LED Lights to indicate battery in charging status Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging Lights green to indicate the battery is fully charged or no battery installed Drive Access When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk or Optical Disk Drive Wireless LAN Access When LED turns on indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated When LED lights off it indicates that the function is disabled Caps Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated When activated all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase or capital letters Introduction 1 e Scroll Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is activated The Scroll Lock key has different functions depending on the software you are using e Num Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is activated When activated the embedded numeric keypad will be enabled THE FUNCTION OF EASY BUTTONS P 1 E mail Button 2 Internet Button 3 Wireless LAN Button e E mail Button This is the most conveni
14. playing chess without the chessboard It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows You should have installed one operating system by your dealer unless you are an expert computer user and would need a more powerful operating system If you have an operating system already installed in your computer then you would be up and running after you power on your computer and boot up the system Check your operating system manual on how to run it Understanding the Keyboard Functions Your notebook computer is equipped with an 87 keys keyboard that provides all the functionality of a full sized 101 or 102 key keyboard Aside from the standard typewriter layout keyboard of your computer there are a number of extra features and function controls on the built in keyboard including Windows system hot keys Using Your Notebook 3 1 Function Keys 2 Control Keys 3 Windows Start Menu Key 4 Control Keys 5 Windows Shortcut Key 6 Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below e Function Keys Function keys are application driven like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions Some keys printed in blue on keypad are preprogrammed with dual functions e Control keys Ctrl Alt Fn and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other ke
15. recording sounds and playback e Volume Control for adjusting the volume of mixer U For more information on how to operate these multimedia components run the program and click on the Help menu Recording Sounds Your computer allows you to record voice and other sounds in several ways and stores them as files on your hard disk These voice or sound files can then Fun with Multimedia 4 be played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker headphone or earphone set You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system To record sounds you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups The control buttons of the Sound Recorder are simple to understand which comprise of the Fast Rewind Fast Forward Play Stop and Record buttons Click the Help menu on how to operate the Sound Recorder 4 Sound Sound Recorder aA 3 ed Position H Length 0 00 sec 0 00 sec E MM Figure 4 2 Sound Recorder The Sound Recorder also allows you to record sound from different input audio source like the following e From the external microphone e From the Combo drive Since you could record sound from different input sources you must first set the proper audio input recording device under the Recording Control panel To do this
16. the notebook incrementally Using the Touchpad Pointing Device Your computer comes with a built in Touchpad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm rest surface The Touchpad offers a number of options that let you customize how it Using Your Notebook 3 functions To access these options locate the Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon The options let you control the size and color of the cursor cursor speed the accepted double click speed and selection button ofientation The Touchpad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under Windows based operating system You can use the standard Microsoft driver that is compatible with the Touchpad device and is normally used under Windows based operating system However if you want to utilize the added features of the Touchpad you may want to try installing its own device driver that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device 1 Left Selection Button 2 Right Selection Button 3 Touchpad Touchpad Features Here how to use the Touchpad pointing device 51 Noto User Guide 52 3 4 The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen To move the mouse cursor place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction If you reach the end of the pad lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad To select an item cl
17. use any CD as well It also works the same as the CD ROM To playback DVD titles you would need a software MPEG 2 program and the DVD ROM drive at least Your Notebook computer has installed Windows XP for operation system and its Windows Media Player supports DVD s playback 74 Fun with Multimedia 4 You can use Windows Media Player to watch DVDs on your Notebook computer Like a conventional DVD player by using the Player you can skip to specific titles and chapters play sequences in slow motion gain access to special features and switch audio and caption languages In addition to these conventional DVD player tasks you can also retrieve information about each disc from the Internet zaxi _ Now 3 No Dise in Drive X Paying Madia Guide Copy from 5 ow Media Uibrary Radio Tuner Copy to Co or Device Premium Services Skin Chooser uF OLTOTT Figure 4 7 To play a DVD On the Play menu point to DVD VCD or CD Audio and then click the drive that contains the DVD In the Playlist pane click a DVD title or chapter name if appropriate To eject a disc on the Play menu click Eject To play a selected title in a DVD repeatedly on the Play menu click Repeat A check mark appears next to the command to indicate it is turned on 75 Noto User Guide 76 4 9 Using Rewritable Optical Disk Drive DVD CD RW Combo or DVD RW combo drive is
18. BIOS Setup program explains how to use the internal module options of your computer offers instructions on how to care and maintain your notebook Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER uu ccsssssccssssseccesssceees 7 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE eesseseessssecesssccessoceesseceessccsecessseceessoceesesee 8 1 INTRODUCTION sicscacisiscessdescatesedaseesateccvssverssecsnezocsevesdavsesscuctacsedeonse 13 1 1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT ccccccccccccecessesscececececeesenseaecececeeeesensaaees 14 1 2 UNPACKING THE COMPUTER cccceseessececeseceeessessaecececeeeeeenenaees 16 1 3 THE INSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK csesscscesececessesscecececeeseeessaees 17 Notebook Status ICONS cccccccccccccccccccccccccccccceccececececesesecesesessssssseeass 19 The Function of Easy BUUOWS avctimucesnciuniaiuid cunts 21 1 4 THE FRONT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ccccccceessssssecececeeeseenssees 22 1 5 THE REAR SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK scccsccsceesesscsecesececeseessnaees 23 1 6 THE LEFT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK cccccccessesscsecesececeeeenssees 24 1 7 THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ccccccceeesssssecececeeeseensnaees 25 1 8 THE UNDERSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK cccccccccessssscseceseceeeseessnsees 27 1 9 NOTEBOOK ACCESSORIES cccccccccccscsssssssececcceesesessseceseceesesensnaees 28 1 10 NOTEBOOK OPTIONS ccsessccscesececsessssececececeesesenseseceseceeeesensaaes 29 2 GETTING STARTED wii
19. BIOS file Press lt Enter gt to run this BIOS utility After the system has been successfully run this program a message similar to the following appears Flash memory has been successfully programmed press any key to restart the system If the system does not restart turn it off then turn on again Press any key to restart this system Contact your dealer for the latest BIOS update file 97 7 Using Options T Using Options tees yg This chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook You can upgrade your system for specific requirements 99 Niste User Guide System Upgrade 7 1 100 This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer The upgrade procedures include the following Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200 pin SODIMM Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module at least 256MB DDR2 SDRAM The memory compartment is located inside your computer The table below lists the possible combinations of different memory module and memory size U Please contact dealer for changing or adding DDR2 SDRAM module It is not available for users to change it by themselves 256M 256M 256M 52MB 52M 512MB C em j e o Using Options T INSTALLING MEMORY MODULE Your computer comes with standard 256 MB 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDR2 SDRAM You can increase system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB in
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21. FSC LM7W User Guide Nistea User Guide Copyright 2006 All Rights Reserved Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue 2006 06 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice No part of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without prior written permission Trademarks Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective companies Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Intel Intel Celeron M are registered trademark of Intel Corporation Sound Blaster Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers please make sure you read the safety and care instructions This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm Radio and television interference Warning Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with this computer so as
22. Keyboard Standard QWERTY key layout and full sized 87 keys keyboard with Windows system hot keys embedded numeric keypad 6 hot keys inverted T cursor arrow keys and separate page screen control keys Wide extra space below the keyboard panel for your wrist or palm to sit on comfortably during typing e Power On Resume Button Switches the computer power on and off or resumes whenever it is in Suspend mode 18 Introduction 1 e LED Indicators Keeps you informed of your notebook computer s current power status and operating status Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this section e Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons The two select buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions These buttons work like a standard computer mouse Simply move your fingertip over the Touchpad to control the position of the cursor Use the selection buttons below the Touchpad to select menu items NOTEBOOK STATUS ICONS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook s current power and operating status Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the system status r 8sre 1 Power Indicator 2 Battery Charging LED 3 Drive Access 4 Wireless LAN Access 5 Caps Lock 6 Scroll Lock 7 Num Lock 19 Noto User Guide 20 Power Indicator Lets you know that power to the system is turned on This LED
23. Y CARE GUIDELINES sv side tvasnisndeadeve cst aateseis Readeeeteadas 110 8 6 WHEN YOU TRAVEL issistcsseaiedscdintisicid altoids taawiidanline nate 111 APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION uuu ccscccccsssscscssssrceceees 113 Processor Unila ia ei a ak od iisi cas eve beets ee 114 System Memory sensie a a a shaiade ET 114 LECED DisSpla Yeon ie r e aa Aa R EE 114 WGA DAA ETE AAE E E A EE 114 Stora g nsnen seon n e a a dana a a a dee 115 A dio Systeam mee EE AAR E E A A 115 POM GTA een BAR BR E E NSARA 115 Touchpad insenere ieten erae rai takes aiea a aa ai auies 115 I EA0121 AEE A EEA A A AT 116 Rlask BlON eenen a SSIS Ie EEE 116 VO GAO cK erene are a a e A O a 116 Wireless devices cccccccsccccccecessesessececececeeessssssceeeseeseesenenssseaeeeseeeens 116 AC DC Power Supply Adapters cia n cient wieiiiha di eiceds 116 Batterye neea a es anal decease Onna 116 Weight and Dimension iieica daclesistaticeds ie tannolacedamiaawanetias estes 117 Introduction 1 1 Introduction Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology this notebook makes a natural traveling companion With leap of technology and compact your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business personal productivity entertainment and professional applications It is ideal for use in the office at home and on the road Your Notebook PC makes an ide
24. a device that can write digital data to CD R and CD RW or DVD R and DVD RW media With this device you can backup your own data to CD R or CD RW disc for mass data storage and safely retaining The CD R disc can be written several times until the CD R is full the CD RW disc furthermore can write and erase data repeatedly Please refer to the related user manual about the CD RW software YJ Please pay attention to the copyright of the software or data you want to backup Backup or distribute the software or data might be illegal according the restriction of the law Connecting to Peripherals 5 5 Connecting to Peripherals v This chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook You can attach a printer or mouse connect an external monitor and keyboard or any other peripheral device You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step by step instructions depicted in this chapter 77 5 1 Nica User Guide Using the USB Port USB Universal Serial Bus is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices such as printers mice keyboards storage devices joysticks digital cameras and video conference cameras etc to your notebook computer and up to 127 devices can be attached Besides USB s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off Microsoft HP Compaq Intel Agere NEC and Philip are s
25. al choice for use in the office the schoolroom at home on the road and all other occasions 13 Noize User Guide 14 1 1 Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer Processing Unit e Your notebook runs on Intel Celeron M Yonah microprocessor that is integrated with 1MB L2 Cache Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed e Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating systems such as Windows XP Memoty This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDR2 SDRAM 200 pin SODIMM modules up to 2GB using 256MB 512MB or 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM modules Wireless LAN IEEE 802 11b g Mini PCI Module DVD Dual The DVD Dual device pack combines two standard packs DVD RW combo and DVD RW combo USB 2 0 Provides four USB2 0 ports for fastest I O data transmission Introduction 1 Graphic System Provides blazing graphics controller embedded in VIA VN800 chipset PCMCIA Provides one PCMCIA slot that allows you to insert one Type IT card PCI Local Bus Architecture e 32 bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and SATA hard disk drives Support ultra DMA ATA 150 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4 bus mastering for LBA Scheme e 32 bit PCMCIA CardBus PCI technology that is also backward compatible with 16 bit PC cards Audio System Full duplex 16 b
26. alled You can select different drive types as CD DVD User Auto or None by pressing lt Space gt bar Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on Set this option to None when your computer is not installed any devices Press lt Esc gt to return to the Main Menu 6 2 2 SECONDARY MASTER SUB MENU 90 Customizing Your Notebook 6 N IDE Channel 1 Master Philips CD RW DVD ROM SM Item Specific Help Type Multi Sector Transfers LBA Mode Control 32 Bit T O Transfer Mode Ultra DMA Mode SMART Monitoring Auto Auto autotypes Hard disk drive installed here Disabled Disabled Disabled FPIO 4 DMA 2 Mode 2 Disabled Use the Type field to select the drive type installed You can select different drive types as CD DVD User Auto or None by pressing lt Space gt bar Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on Set this option to None when your computer is not installed any devices Press lt Esc gt to return to the Main Menu 91 Nada User Guide 92 6 3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup Advanced Security Item Specific Help Boot time Diagnostic Screen Disabled Summary Screen Disabled Display the diagnostic Screen during boot Frame Buffer Size 64 Mb Display Device Selection LCD CRT Local Bus IDE adapter Both Legacy USB Support Enabled LAN Boot Contro
27. arrow key then press lt gt to move up the device in the list or press lt gt to move down the device in the list To exit from this menu press lt Esc gt Naas User Guide 6 6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program Advanced Security Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and Exit Saving Changes Load Setup Defaults save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS Save Changes e Exit Saving Changes Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program e Exit Discarding Changes Allows you to discard all changes made while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program e Load Setup Defaults Lets you load the default values for all setup items e Discard Changes Reverts to previously selected settings 96 6 7 Customizing Your Notebook 6 Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program When you update the BIOS any customized settings you made are lost To upgrade the BIOS 1 2 4 Insert the BIOS Update diskette into the diskette drive Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive On the DOS prompt type the following command A gt Phlash XXXXXX ROM BIOS filename or A gt XXXXXX BAT Batch file for
28. art programs from a compact disc CD or a digital video disc DVD and play conventional audio CDs It also can make CD DVD by using CD R RW or DVD R RW e Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone powered speakers or earphone set with 1 8 inch phono plug for personal listening e Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer The Right Side of the Notebook The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the following figure N otevook User Guide 26 1 PCMCIA Slot 2 USB Ports 3 Air Outlet Vent 4 DC Power Port 5 LAN Port Right Side Features PCMCIA Slot Lets you connect various PC cards such as memory card Supports both 3V 5V 32 bit CardBus and 16 bit PC cards USB 2 0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus USB port allows you to connect USB 2 0 compliant devices for example printers scanners and so on to your notebook computer Air Outlet Vent Emits the heat out of your computer and keeps it within operating temperature DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your notebook and recharging the battery Introduction 1 e LAN Port An internal 10Base T 100Base TX Ethernet LAN module connects your computer to other computers networks through a local area network LAN 1 8 The Underside of the Notebook The bottom of the notebook computer of
29. connected to the notebook and the battery pack installed This ensures continuous power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power breakdown 35 Naisa User Guide 36 2 3 U For the power supply of this equipment an approved power cord has to be used Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices Before cleaning the computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies i e AC adapter Starting Your Computer The Power Resume button is found on the top of the base unit Press the Power Resume button to start your computer and check that if the Power LED turns on 5 After a few seconds the computer s display will turn on and your computer will begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system components are running properly Any error found during the test will be displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well 2 4 2 5 Getting Started 2 After the test the screen will also display a message press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP You don t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later After the test has completed your computer will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive The noteb
30. cvesisucdeiasccdyvaesccseaiceoncusoucseshoousessnvaasevtocsuioasace 31 2 1 USING THE BATTERY PACK Voin hean nennen n AN 32 Extending Battery Life cueros rana E E ES 34 2 2 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE cccccecessesscseceseceeeesensnsees 35 2 3 STARTING YOUR COMPUTER cccsessessececececeesenesseaeceseeeesesensaaes 36 2 4 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS c cccccccccessssssseceseceeeesenssees 37 2 5 INSTALLING THE NOTEBOOK DEVICE DRIVERS s cccccceeeeeesersees 37 Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive cc cccccccccceeeees 38 driver installation note cccccccccccseeccssesssssscsesscesssssesssssesesesesesssssees 38 Installing the Chipset 4 in 1 Driver cccccccccscsccccesesseceeessteeeseesees 38 Installing the VGA Device Drivef cccccssccesssceersccsensccesnsscsensecees 39 Nick User Guide Installing the Audio Device Driver sesser 39 Installing the Modem Device DY iver s s 40 Installing ENE Keyboard Controller driver ccccccccccssecescsseeeees 40 Installing the Wireless LAN Device DYive cccccccccssssceceeesseeeees 4 Installing the LAN Device Divei cccccccccssccccessscsccsseesssseessssssseees 4 2 6 TURNING OFF YOUR COMPUTER csscesccssscesseeceseceseeeseeeeneesnaeees 42 3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK sessossessossocsocssessossocesessoesooesosssesoossoe 43 3 1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM ccescecseecsseeeseeeeneeeseeees 44 3 2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS
31. ent way to access the outlook 2000 2003 utility just by pressing this button You can simplify several procedures in entering into Outlook 2000 2003 environment e Internet Button This technology is designed specifically for providing a very convenient way in connecting Internet only by pressing Internet button as shown in the graphics Just Press this button to open the Internet Explorer directly 21 Nites User Guide e Wireless LAN Button Push this button to activate or inactivate the Wireless LAN When you activate the wireless LAN function it will search the wireless LAN signal automatically if you had installed the driver 1 4 The Front Side of the Notebook 1 Cover Switch e Cover Switch The cover LCD panel is locked when it is closed Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer 22 1 5 Introduction 1 The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices Each port is described as followings e p 1 USB 2 0 Ports 2 VGA Port 3 Kensington Lock Hole e USB 2 0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus USB port allows you to connect USB 2 0 compliant devices for example printers scanners and so on to your notebook computer e VGA Port Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display You can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or switch it t
32. even core members of USB IF to have worked on USB 2 0 standardization USB 2 0 offers data transfer rate up to 480Mbps megabits per second compared to USB 1 1 devices which transfer at speeds of 12Mbps So you could know that USB 2 0 can transfer data between the computer and its peripherals 40 times faster than USB 1 1 However USB 2 0 is fully backward compatible you will be able to use a USB 1 1 device in a USB 2 0 compliant system Se U Depending on your operational requirements you may need to disable other ports in order to release system resource for the USB pott 78 5 2 Connecting to Peripherals 5 U The USB bus distributes 0 5 amps 500 milliamps of power through each port For the purpose of power saving please disconnect your USB device while not in use Using an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15 pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor You need a display signal cable usually provided with the monitor One end of the cable must have a 15 pin connector for the system To connect an external monitor 1 Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off U The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the monitor is being connected Although you can connect the external Monitor without power off the computer and the external monitor however it is harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices
33. fers the following features 1 Hard Disk Compartment 2 Battery Lock Latch 3 Battery Bay 4 Wireless LAN Compartment 5 Memory Compartment 6 Battery Release Latch Bottom of the System e Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it e Battery Lock Latch Push the latch to the right side to lock and secure the battery This action is available to release the battery when the battery lock latch has located to unlock status at the left side 27 Noto User Guide 19 28 Battery Bay Equipped with a choice of Lithium Ion Li Ion battery pack Wireless LAN Compartment This compartment is for installing Wireless LAN module to enable the Wireless LAN function We strongly suggest that Wireless LAN module should be installed only by certified dealer Memory Compartment There are two SO DIMM memory slots One memory slot is empty for upgrade usage Battery Release Latch To release the battery first locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side with unlock status then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack Notebook Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously The AC adapter has an auto switching design that can connect to any 1OOVAC 240VAC power outlets You just change the power c
34. from headphone jack Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to yout ear USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player Follow these steps 1 Click on Start point to Programs Accessories and then Entertainment 2 Click on Windows Media Player to start program 3 Click on the File menu and select the file you want to play 4 When the file is recognized and open click on the Play button to start playback Playing Video and MPEG Files Your computer is capable of running video motion files as well as MPEG Motion Picture Expert Group files on CD DVD or CD RW By using software MPEG program you can watch real full motion picture on your computer You can also run the Windows Media Player under the Entertainment programs group as well to show all media device programs 73 Neck User Guide gt Windows Media Player Now Playing Media Guide Copy from C9 Media Library Radio Tuner Copyto CD or Device Skin Chooser Total Time 1 09 44 Figure 4 6 Windows Media Player 4 8 Using DVD DVD is the breakthrough in superb full motion picture playback One disc can contain at least 4 7GB of information capable of holding one full length movie with soundtracks subtitles and different languages Much more the DVD ROM drive of your computer is backward compatible with CD ROM drive so it allows you to
35. fy the directory as E Drivers WinXP VGA setup exe ick OK to execute the setup program The Setup box appears 4 C ick Finish to complete driver installation INSTALLING THE AUDIO DEVICE DRIVER Your notebook computer uses the Realtek Audio controller Installing Audio device dtiver for Windows XP fC 25 3 W 3 C ick the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog box appears ick the Browse button and specify the directory as E Drivers WinXP Audio setup exe here the audio driver is located ick OK to implement the setup program to install this driver 39 Nie User Guide 40 4 5 Click Next to continue Tick the option Yes I want to restart my computer now and press Finish to restart your system INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the AC97 Modem driver Installing Modem driver for Windows XP 1 2 3 4 Click the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog box appears Click Browse button and navigate to the directory as E Drivers WinXP Modem ssetup exe Click OK to implement the setup program to install this driver Click OK to complete the modem driver installation INSTALLING ENE KEYBOARD CONTROLLER DRIVER Installing ENE Keyboard Controller driver for Windows XP 1 2 Click the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog
36. gton DC20402 Warning The user must not modify or change this computer without approval Modification could void authority to this equipment FCC RF Exposure FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This Transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body 15 247 b 4 the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in excess of the Commission s guidelines 1 1307 1 1310 2 1091 and 2 1093 Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirement of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Shielded Cables Notice All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Optical Disk Drive Notice The optical disk drive is Class 1 Laser Product Caution
37. heck the voltage rating and the outlet type of your destination If the power cord of the adapter is different then you need to purchase a suitable one Consult your dealer e Carry your computer in its carrying case or in a briefcase Never check in the computer as a luggage e Remember to apply those power saving features and techniques to save battery power 111 Note User Guide 112 System Specification A APPENDIX A System Specification D ED This appendix gives information on the technical and hardware specifications of your computer Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual Designed with an advanced modular architecture your Notebook PC also allows you for several levels of customization and expansion that are previously available only on desktop PCs 113 114 Nise User Guide PROCESSOR UNIT e Intel Celeron M Processor Yonah e Above 1 46 GHz CPU e 1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor SYSTEM MEMORY e Two 200 pin memory slots e User upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200 pin SODIMM 256MB 512MB or 1024MB modules e DDR2 400 533 SDRAM modules LCD DISPLAY e Widescreen 15 4 WXGA Color TFT LCD 1280x800 e Maximum 16M true colors on all LCD display VGA SYSTEM e Integrated VIA VN800 graphic engine e Simultaneous LCD and external moni
38. ick on the item by pressing the left button control or by simply tapping on the surface once A light quick tap always works best To execute an item click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the surface To simulate holding the mouse button down dragging an icon or selection use the tap and drag gesture This feels much like a double click except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap Tap lift tap hold and move The simulated button remains held as long as the finger remains on the pad Avoid spilling any liquid on the Touchpad surface and always keep the Touchpad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built up Also do not expose Touchpad to any magnetic source object Configuring Your Screen Display The VGA display function of your notebook is based on a high performance AGP local bus controller and is fully VGA compatible This controller offers a large set of extended functions and higher resolutions especially useful when you are connecting an external high resolution and high frequency CRT or LCD Please Refer to Section 5 Installing the Notebook Device Drivers of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows After installing the VGA driver you would then configure the display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel This Using Your Notebook 3 notebook computer model provides 15 1024x768 XGA re
39. ion Access point can be set in an office environment airport major railway station etc that depends on the construction of each country In most case you probably can use it at office please consult with the network department of your company for more details This computer integrates built in 802 11 b g wireless LAN module IEEE 802 11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed However IEEE 802 11g supports 54Mbps wireless connection speed and is backward compatible with the slower 802 11b You can connect to the wireless LAN Access Point without insert extra wireless LAN card into the PCMCIA slot Wireless LAN module is similar to LAN module You need to install software driver before using it Please refer to chapter 2 5 on how to install the driver Using the Modem Port This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax email or to connect to an online service or bulletin board The built in fax data modem provides on standard phone connector To connect the analog phone cable to your modem Connecting to Peripherals 5 Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping carton Each end of the cable has a RJ 11 connector Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem port a The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telepho
40. it Saving Changes Accordingly insert the Windows XP installation CD into optical disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE U Please be notified that whenever you install the driver utility it should be install the CHIPSET Driver first INSTALLING THE CHIPSET 4 IN 1 DRIVER Your notebook computer uses the advanced chipset Installing the driver to enhance the stability and performance Installing Chipset device driver for Windows XP 1 Click the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog box appears 2 Click the Browse button and specify the directory as E Drivers WinXP Chipset Setup exe 3 Click OK to execute the setup program The Setup box appears 4 Click Next continuously to install this driver when screen displays this command Getting Started 2 5 Click Yes to accept the License Agreement 6 Click Next twice to start installation 7 Click Next to continue 8 Tick the option Yes I want to restart my computer now and press OK to restart your system INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your computer Installing VGA device driver tor Windows XP fT Cli 25 3 3 Chi ick the Start button then point to Run The Run dialog box appears ick the Browse button and speci
41. it stereo audio system output Sound Blaster compatible Flash BIOS Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix Flash utility program Power and System Management e Integrated SMM System Management Mode on system chipset that shuts down components not in use to reduce power consumption To execute power management you can set up the parameter in Power Options properties by pointing your mouse to Control Panel of Windows e Closing the Notebook computer lowering the cover allows you to suspend the system operation instantly and resume at the press of the power button Nie User Guide 16 1 2 e System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton Upon receiving your computer open the carton and carefully remove the contents In addition to this User Guide the shipping carton should also contain the following items V The Notebook Computer M An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord MI Lion Battery Pack V Utility Diskettes CD V E book v Quick Setup Manual Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and or damaged If any of these items is missing or damaged notify your dealer immediately Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the computer or if y
42. k computer from humidity Lay the notebook computer on a reliable surface when installing A drop or fall may cause injury The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence the notebook computer can be protected from overheating DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS Be careful of using power supply The notebook computer has specific power requirements Use only a power adapter approved for use with this notebook computer y Pp The power adapter may have a 2 prong plug This is an important safety feature A compatible outlet is required If it is not available find a qualified electrician to install one Caring for Your Notebook 8 While unplugging the power cord disconnect it by the plug head not by its wire Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage it still requires a stable and continual power supply Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power outlet If your are unsure of your local power specifications consult your dealer or local power company Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it Do not place anything over the power cord All cautions and warnings on the notebook computer should be noted If the notebook computer is not in use for a long time disconnect it from mains to avoid
43. k until you have connected to the AC adapter or installed a charged battery To replace the battery pack refer to the previous sections on Installing the Battery Pack and Removing the Battery Pack U For Window XP the suspend mode Hibernate or Standby can be chosen at Power Options of Windows s Control Panel U Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting the AC adapter Failure to do so can result in data loss EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the system main battery while you are on the road You should find a working place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen brightness Also you can choose the available mode on the Power Management item of the Control Panel in Windows 2 2 Getting Started 2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time The AC adapter also has an auto switching design that can connect to any 100VAC 240VAC power outlets To connect the power adapter 1 Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter 2 Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet 3 Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC IN port found at the Right side of the computer U Whenever possible it is advisable to always have the AC adapter
44. l Disabled No Execute Mode Mem Protection Enabled e Boot time Diagnostic Screen Display the diagnostic screen during boot e Summary Screen Displays system configuration on boot e Frame Buffer Size All items on this menu cannot be modified in user mode If any item requires changes please consult your system Supervisor 6 4 Customizing Your Notebook 6 e Display Device Selection All items on this menu cannot be modified in user mode If any item requires changes please consult your system Supervisor e Local Bus IDE adapter Enable the integrated local bus IDE adapter e Legacy USB Support Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB device e LAN Boot Control Lets you specify Enabled or Disabled for booting the notebook from Network or not e No Execute Mode Mem Protection When disabled forces the Execute Disable Bit Capability extended feature bit to always return 0 Security Menu Setup Advanced Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is User Password Is Supervisor Password controls access to the Set Supervisor Password ae setup utility Set User Password Enter Password on boot Disabled 93 Naas User Guide 94 Supervisor Password Is Set Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not User Password Is Set Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User Password or not
45. lation 41 Noto User Guide 42 2 6 Turning off Your Computer If you are not going to use the computer for a while it is best to turn off the power of the computer for longer use Before turning off the power you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system After turning off the computer make it a habit to leave the LCD panel open for a while whenever used for an extended period of time This allows the inside parts of the computer to cool off Closing the panel will force the heat up against the LCD screen which may degrade the LCD when done regularly More importantly never close the LCD panel for a long period of time when computer is on and power saving features are disabled Using Your Notebook 3 3 Using Your Notebook This chapter describes how to operate the standard built in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day to day computer work If you are new to computers and to your operating system you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer It is very important to familiarize yourself well with the operating system The succeeding chapters not only guide you to go beyond the basics but also try other exciting features 43 Nite User Guide 44 3 1 3 2 Starting Your Operating System The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer Without an operating system it is like
46. llow the same procedure for recording voice USING THE BUILT IN COMBO DRIVE You would normally use the Combo drive for recording audio music from the Audio CD Follow these steps 1 Activate CD Player volume on the Recording Control as discussed earlier 2 Run the Sound Recorder program 3 Insert the audio CD into the Combo drive Unless you have disabled the CD auto insertion notification for supporting Suspend mode the CD Player should automatically run after you have inserted an audio compact disc and will start playing the audio CD 71 Neck User Guide 72 4 6 Windows Media Player R Now 7 i PEAN Track Media Guide Copy from CD Media Library Radio Tuner Copyto CD or Device Skin Chooser Total Time 1 12 39 Figure 4 5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player 4 Select the starting point where you want to start recording 5 Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button 6 Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button You can adjust the volume control so you can also hear the music while in recording Playing Audio and Sound Your computer has built in twin speakers to playback audio and sound You can also adjust the volume manually by adjusting the volume control hotkeys found on the keyboard 4 7 Fun with Multimedia 4 For more quality sound output you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone
47. mmonly used on newer DVD video player 29 Getting Started 2 2 Getting Started ng Vox Notebook is designed and pre configured for easy setup and use This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible Contact your dealer if they have pre installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook 31 Niste User Guide 32 2 1 Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources e With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet e With a Lithium Ion Li Ion battery pack You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable Before you use your notebook computer install and recharge the battery pack first The rechargeable Li Ion battery pack allows you to operate the notebook without an external power source When you connect the AC power adapter the battery immediately starts to recharge For maximum battery performance fully discharge the battery first before recharging it when you start to use it first time To do so unplug the AC adapter turn off power management features through Setup and Windows and turn on the system Once the battery is fully discharged plug in the AC adapter and recharge the battery If you do not discharge
48. ncy range and must be restricted to indoor use About Your Notebook Computer Congratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook This notebook incorporates the strongest features which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry Your new notebook computer not only drives today O multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow exciting new software This Professional Multimedia Notebook is a freedom flexibility and functionality notebook which users are demanding for a long time Nitto User Guide About Your User Guide N elcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your computer This manual is divided into eight chapters Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 gives introduction on your computer features provides step by step instructions to help you begin using your notebook as quickly as possible describes how to operate the standard features of your computer ustrates how to integrate video and sound chips into impressive presentation ustrates how to connect external device to your computer explains how to use the System
49. ne lines Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission Contact your service provider for more information The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable Longer cables are available at your local electronics store 83 Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 Customizing Your Notebook Yow computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs This includes your system time and date disk drive configuration and password setup This information is then stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you change it again This chapter discusses on how you will activate the BIOS Setup program and change the system configuration to suit your desired operation You must be careful to set the configuration properly in order for your computer to run smoothly If you are not sure of any settings contact your dealer Niste User Guide 86 6 1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery However you may find it necessary to use the computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System Setup program to change system configuration information such as the current date and time or your hard disk drive type The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system and pressing the lt F2 gt function key The settings that you specify
50. ng system IDE Channel 2 Master This field display various parameters for the hard disk drive If type Auto is selected the system automatically sets these parameters If type User is selected Cylinders Heads and Sectors and other value can be edited IDE Channel 1 Master This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically detects the optical drive System Memory This field reports the amount of base or conventional memory found by the BIOS during Power On Self Test POST Extended Memory This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS during Power On Self Test POST CPU Type This field reports the CPU type information detected by the BIOS during Power On Self Test POST CPU Speed This field reports the CPU speed information detected by the BIOS during Power On Self Test POST BIOS Version This field is for information only as the BIOS displays the BIOS version during the Power On Self Test POST 89 Naas User Guide 6 2 1 INTERNAL HDD SUB MENU Advanced Security IDE Channel 2 Master ST98823AS S1 Item Specific Help Type Auto Auto autotypes Hard LBA Format disk drive installed here Total Sector 156301488 Maximum Capacity 80026 MB Multi Sector Transfers 16 Sectors LBA Mode Control Enabled 32 Bit I O Disabled Transfer Mode FPIO 4 DMA 2 Ultra DMA Mode Mode 6 SMART Monitoring Enable Use the Type field to select the drive type inst
51. nging this module Any damage that caused by inappropriately adding or changing this module will not be under warranty 104 Caring for Your Notebook 8 8 Caring for Your Notebook Yau Notebook PC is a fully IBM compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology Lightweight and compact your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business personal productivity and professional applications it is ideal for use in the office at home and on the road Your Notebook PC also allows you for several levels of customization and expansion that are previously available only on desktop PCs 105 Nite User Guide 8 1 106 Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety Before cleaning the notebook computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies i e AC adapter car adapter and so on When cleaning do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning Instead use moisture sheet or a cloth for cleaning The socket outlet shall be installed near the notebook computer and shall be easily accessible Please keep the noteboo
52. not to interfere with radio and television reception If you use other cables it may cause interference with radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Nistea User Guide You may find helpful the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission Interference Handbook stock number 004 000 00345 4 This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washin
53. o monitor only using the display hot key e Locking Device Keyhole Lets you attach a Kensington security system or a compatible lock to physically secure your notebook computer 23 Nictsr User Guide 1 6 The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure 1 Modem Port 2 Optical Disk Drive 3 Headphone Jack 4 Microphone Jack e Modem Port A 56K internal fax data modem is installed It keeps you connected to the outside world through phone line U For electrical safety concerns only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following 1 Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or Iaundty tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 24 1 7 Introduction 1 2 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 3 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions e Optical Disk Drive Allows you to load and st
54. omputer Maintaining Your Hard Disk Losing your data has the same consequences as a system break down Users must make it a habit of doing hard disk maintenance every week or so Here is some maintenance you could do e Always back up your data files from your hard disk e Install the virus detecting program to monitor virus that could tamper your files e Use SCANDISK once in a while to correct any errors found in the directory and File Allocation Table This will also free up space from any unused sectors e Never move or raise the computer while the hard disk is being accessed most especially don t jar the hard disk as this may cause a hard disk crash 109 Noto User Guide 8 5 110 Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time Install a system password in your computer so others won t be able to use the hard disk Battery Care Guidelines The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life There is a risk of fire and chemical burn if the battery pack is handled improperly To ensure that the battery pack endures normal life cycle always observe the following precautions when handling the battery pack Handle batteries carefully Do not try to disassemble crush puncture open drop mutilate sh
55. ook computer normally comes with a Windows operating system pre installed in your hard drive Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program If not contact your dealer for assistance Adjusting the Display Controls The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by lt Fn gt lt F8 gt and lt Fn gt lt F9 gt keys respectively You need to press these hot key controls after powering on your notebook to suit your viewing pleasure The Brightness hot key control adjusts the brightness on the LCD The brightness hot key control will not set the LCD completely dark or bright it provides sufficient lighting to the LCD to match the external lighting of the surrounding The brighter the room the more you need to increase the brightness of the LCD Installing the Notebook Device Drivers If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built in devices of your computer Before installing the drivers check with your dealer 37 Noto User Guide 38 first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system If not follow the procedures below INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE To install Windows XP directly from your optical disk drive please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu Use arrow key to select CD ROM Drive then n use or to move it to the top Go to Exit menu and select Ex
56. ord if you ate going to use your notebook in other countries with different connector outlets When you connect the AC adapter it charges the battery whether or not the notebook computer is powered on 1 10 Introduction 1 Battery Pack Aside from the AC adapter your computer can also be powered through the internal battery pack The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium Ion Li Ion battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power management enabled You should always leave the battery inside your computer even when using the AC adapter as it also acts as a back up power supply in case power from the AC adapter is cut off It is also very important to have the battery pack always charged to prevent battery cell degradation Notebook Options DVD CD RW Combo Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD R or CD RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD CD title DVD dual Dual Rewritable DVD combo Device Pack This device pack combines following two standard packs Using the suitable media you can make any format of CD or DVD as you want DVD RW combo This device pack can write data to CD R or CD RW and DVD R or DVD RW media and also can read DVD CD title This media is commonly used on DVD video player DVD RW combo This device pack can write data to CD R or CD RW and DVD R or DVD RW media for you to backup the data and also can read DVD CD title This media is co
57. ort external contacts disposed of in water or fire or expose it to temperatures higher than 60 C Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas Never use an external charger other than the one supplied with your computer Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two Do not leave your battery in your computer for longer than 1 month without plugging in the power adapter Do not leave battery in storage for more than 2 months without recharging it to prevent over discharge Over discharge will hurt the battery Dispose dead battery properly to protect the environment The batteries contain hazardous chemicals and should not be thrown out with household or office trash 8 6 Caring for Your Notebook 8 e You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions first this is the first time you start to use your battery second you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months To discharge the battery please execute the Battery Refresh function in the BIOS Setup Utility When You Travel For safety and convenience when traveling please follow these instructions e Back up all needed files on your hard disk before traveling e Recharge your battery overnight to ensure full battery power before you leave e Don t forget to bring along the AC adapter and extra battery pack e Try to bring backup software as well e C
58. ou plan to store the computer away sometime in the future Introduction 1 1 3 The Inside of the Notebook The notebook computer is compact with features on every side First look at the inside of the system The following sections describe inside features 1 Color Widescreen LCD Display 2 Easy Buttons 3 7 Built in Stereo Speaker 4 Keyboard 5 Power On Resume Button 6 LED Indicators 8 Touchpad Pointing Device e Color Widescreen LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position The LCD is 15 4 Widescreen TFT color LCD with 1280x800 Wide XGA with ratio 16 10 resolution panels The features of the Color LCD Display are summarized as follows 17 N otevook User Guide TFT color LCD with Widescreen 15 4 1280x800 Wide XGA resolution panels Capable of displaying 16M colors 32 bit true color on either size panels LCD display control hot keys allows you to adjust the brightness of the LCD Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor e Easy Buttons There are three easy buttons used for E mail accessing Internet and Wireless LAN functions instantly and easily Description of the easy buttons appears in the latter part of this section e Built in Stereo Speakers Integrated left and right mini stereo speakers for sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure e
59. possible damage by transient over voltage Never pour any liquid into openings as this may cause fire or electrical shock Never open the body of notebook computer For safety reason the notebook computer should only be opened by qualified service personnel If one of the following situations arises have the notebook computer checked by service personnel The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has penetrated into the notebook computer The notebook computer has been exposed to moisture The notebook computer has not worked well or you can not get it work according to user s manual 107 N otevook User Guide 8 2 108 The notebook computer has dropped and damaged The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage e Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned Storage temperature above 60 C 140 F may damage the notebook computer e An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computet s power supply For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg a power cord not lighter than HO5VV F 2G 0 75mm has to be used e To avoid any damage happened to the internal device you should first disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from the notebook when replacing any internal device The sound pressure level at the operator s position according to IEC 60704 1 is equal or less than 70dB A Cleaning Your Computer When it is necessary
60. s storage LAN fax modem wireless communications and multimedia The PCMCIA standardized PC Card is roughly the dimension of a credit card and has a standardized 68 pin connector at one end The main benefits of the PC Card are its low power consumption small size and ruggedness To allow manufacturers to add functions and technologies in the PC Card form factor PCMCIA has defined two PC Card types Type Using Your Notebook 3 Type II Fax Modem amp Network Cards Type Ul Hard Disks ATA Cards Type I Cards Type II card has a thickness of 5 0 millimeters mm Type II cards are often storage or communications devices such as Flash Memory LAN and Small Computer System Interface SCSI Typical Type H cards include input output I O features such as modems and LANs The features for Type II Cards include following characters Type II Extended Cards Many PC cards are Type II extended cards The extended card has an additional physical component that protrudes beyond the traditional card size The extension can be as large as 40 mm deep by 9 65 mm high This extension provides room for additional electronics as well as a location for external connectors The GPRS card is an example The extended part is for additional electronics and antenna Communication Cards Both network PC cards and fax modem cards can use with your notebook computer However if you use built in LAN Modem options of this computer it is not nece
61. sessnseceseceeeesensnsees 88 6 2 1 Internal HDD Sub Menul c ccccccccecceeseeesesesevesesesesesssssssssees 90 6 2 2 Secondary Master Sub Menu ccccccccescceesseceesseceenseceeaes 90 6 3 USING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP cccccessesssseceseceeeesensnaees 92 6 4 SECURITY MENU SETUP ccccccccccccecssssssecececececeesesssseceseesesesensaaes 93 6 5 USING THE BOOT SETUP cc cccccccccsesssessecececeesesesesseaeceseeeesesensaaees 95 6 6 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM cccccccccccesesssssseceseceeeesessnaees 96 6 7 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS W000 cc cececcecscssccccceceesensceceseeeeeesenesees 97 7 USINGOPTIONS iceiscdevsscoccsccassideesiesseadevdesvvddeccdocsicedcbesdecsecdesvttuvees 99 Nirta User Guide SYSTEM WPGRADE 26 t a e a a a a l aaa 100 7 1 MEMORY UOPGRAUIE eis tats an cio uc Nahe bad lua des 100 Installing Memory Module ccccccccsscccceeesneceseeseceenssssesesessssaes 101 7 2 HARDDISK UPGRADE 2ccvemuai ss ana sent Ta ergata caidas 102 7 3 WIRELESS MODULE INSTALLATION ccseesseceeeessececsssseeeeeeenaes 103 8 CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK seseesseceesssccsssseccesscoceesseceese 105 8 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cccsssseceeeesseeeeeeesseeeeees 106 8 2 CLEANING YOUR COMPUTER 2 2 cidvack ut eouctural tien eees 108 8 3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY cceccessssececececessensaeceseceees 109 8 4 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK cssccccesssceceesseceeeeesaeeeenees 109 8 5 BATTER
62. solution panels You would also probably want to set the amount of color output to display sharper images and photos POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when using either the LCD display or the external monitor CRT Display Possit e Resolution Widescreen 280x 800 15 4 1280x800 024x 768 WXGA LCD 800x600 CRT Only 280x1024 280x1024 152 x 768 024x768 800x600 640x480 U 65 536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16 bit high color while 16 million or 16M colors is equivalent to 32 bit true color U You can use the lt Fn gt lt F3 gt hot key to switch the display between LCD only CRT only or both LCD and CRT display CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system just right click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel and click on the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box will appear on 23 Noto User Guide 54 3 5 your screen Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration Make sure to follow the configuration table above U Ifyou cannot configure the display properties change the display driver first as mentioned on Section 5 Installing the Notebook Device Drivers of Chapter 2 in this manual Consult your dealer for the latest Windows VGA driver Knowing the Po
63. ssary to use those cards If you start the LAN Modem application without inserting the fax modem card or had the built in LAN Modem options installed the application typically does not find the card Storage Cards When you insert a storage PC card PC card Adapter for other memory card i e Compact Flash card Smart Media card or small hard drive card in the notebook computer it appears as a unique drive depending on the type of card you are using 59 Nite User Guide 60 The following table provides sample drive designations Sample Drive Designations Drive letter Location Device Internal hard disk Internal hard disk 2nd partition CD DVD RW Combo drive Slot 0 high speed memory card Type II Cards Type II cards are thicker 10 5 mm than Type II cards and allow no extensions This notebook does not support Type III Card WHAT IS CARDBUS CardBus is the high performance 32 bit PCI bus master interface from PCMCIA It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3 3V Your notebook computer incorporates the CardBus inside the PC card slot Aside from 3 3V CardBus PC cards you can also insert 5V 16 bit PC cards that can also be detected and used by your computer INSERTING AND REMOVING A PCMCIA CARD Your computer includes hot swapping capability that allows you to exchange cards while the computer is turn on and start using it immediately Inserting PC Cards
64. the battery completely it fails to accept a full recharge U Li Ion battery is vulnerable do not charge it with other power adapter or it may cause fire or explosion Getting Started 2 Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer With the extended nose directed toward the compartment insert and push the battery pack Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack slide the lock latch to the end of left side to unlock the battery lock latch 1 then slide the battery release latch to the end of right side to release the battery latch 2 and take out the battery pack with your finger 3 simultaneously Replacing the Battery Pack 33 Noto User Guide 34 When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes it will alert you with a battery low warning beep If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system the PCMCIA slots the hard disk drives and optical disk drive your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect You should always respond to the battery low indication by connecting to AC power or turning off your notebook or suspending your notebook to disk If you do not do so the notebook will automatically suspend to disk and turn off The contents of the memory will store in the hard disk drive You will be unable to restart the noteboo
65. the parameters and their current settings e Key Status Bar The bottom part of the screen These lines display the keys available to move the cursor select a particular function and so forth To exit the BIOS Setup program simply press the lt Esc gt key and select from the Exit menu whether you want to Save changes and exit Discard Changes and exit 87 Nada User Guide 6 2 Using the Main Menu Setup Advanced Security Item Specific Help System Time Bo Ey 332 lt Tab gt lt Shift Tab gt System Date 05 30 2006 or lt Enter gt selects field IDE Channel 2 Master ST98823AS S1 IDE Channel Master Philips CD RW DVD ROM SM System Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 457728 KB CPU Type Celeron M Processor CPU Speed 1730 MHz BIOS Version 0 4A 2A16 8A20 e System Time Allows you to change the system time using the hour minute second format of the computer Enter the current time for reach field and use the lt Tab gt lt Shift gt lt Tab gt or lt Enter gt key to move from one field or back to another You can also change the system time from your operating system 88 Customizing Your Notebook 6 System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month date year format Enter the current time for reach field and use the lt Tab gt lt Shift gt lt Tab gt or lt Enter gt key to move from one field or back to another You can also change the system time from your operati
66. the system by installing two small outline double inline memory modules SO DIMMs with installed base memory in the system The 256MB 512MB and 1024MB memory modules are available To install the memory module 1 Make sure the system is powered off the battery also is removed and that no peripheral devices are attached Turn the computer upside down and locate the screw that secures the DIMM door at the underside of the notebook Remove the screws and open the DIMM cover by your finger Locate the memory module into the empty memory module sockets Your system comes with one memory module already installed in the socket 101 Nite User Guide 7 2 102 U Avoid touching the exposed components inside the system Doing so ma lS p 2p y IS y damage the system 5 Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket e Hold the memory module at a 30 degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook e Press down on the edge of the memory module until the locking tabs on both sides is locked 6 Put the DIMM door back and secure the screw on the DIMM door 7 Turn the system over To remove a memory module push the locking tabs aside from the memory module until the module pops up Then remove the memory module Hard Disk Upgrade Your notebook computer offers one 2 5 format 9 5mm height hard disk
67. tion in making the card work This additional driver may already be built in under Windows that Windows will try to detect and prompts you if you want to install the driver If the driver is not included under Windows you will need to Using Your Notebook 3 insert the driver CD provided by the PC card manufacturer into the combo drive and install to Windows system You need to read the manual guide of the PC card on how to configure and operate the card U Some PC cards require additional system resources Before inserting a PC card you may have to disable either the USB port or the 56K internal modem Check the Windows device manager to ensure that there are no conflicts of resource amount those devices HOT SWAPPING PC CARDS Just like floppy disk drive your PCMCIA slot allows you to replace one PC card with another even while your computer is on However you need to remember the rule that if the PC card is in use you must not remove it U PC cards draw power even when not in use To save energy press the button to disconnect the card when it is not in use 63 Fun with Multimedia 4 4 Fun with Multimedia This chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure You will learn how to mix and match the built in sound system use Combo drive in creating an exciting full multimedia presentation 65 Nite User Guide 66
68. tion program to scroll the screen without having to move the cursor Up arrow key Moves the cursor up one line at a time Down arrow key Moves the cursor down one line at a time Left arrow key Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time Right arrow key Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time 48 Using Your Notebook 3 SCREEN CONTROL KEYS lt Home gt key Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line lt PgUp gt key Moves the cursor up one screen at a time lt PgDn gt key Moves the cursor down one screen at a time lt End gt key Moves the cursor to the end of a screen of line WINDOWS HOT KEYS lt Start gt key Pulls up the Windows Start menu lt Right Click gt key Performs a mouse right click function for Windows system SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions When pressed in conjunction with the lt Fn gt key these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as hot keys 49 Nike User Guide 50 3 3 Switches display between LCD CRT or LCD and CRT simultaneously To shut down or resume the built in system speaker volume Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally Increases the audio volume of
69. to clean the plastic case and keyboard use a soft lint free cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution or use the contents of any commercially available computer cleaning kit Never use alcohol petroleum based solvents or harsh detergents to clean the notebook Also never spray any liquids directly on the computer case keyboard or screen If the liquid crystal display LCD screen has become smeared or dusty clean the screen by first applying a mild glass cleaner to a soft clean lint free cloth and gently wipe the glass Never apply liquids directly on the screen surface Moreover do not use paper towels to clean the display screen Paper can scratch the display screen matte 8 3 8 4 Caring for Your Notebook 8 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems heat plays a big part After a good working session the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover But the display surface no matter what type it is and the components inside the computer radiates heat when you close the cover you trap the heat against the screen Leave the computer s cover open for about ten minutes while the heat disperses Make this a habit You should also enable the power management of your computer to turn off the LCD power and display when the system is in inactivity for some time Adding screen savers is also acceptable Follow the safety guidelines mentioned earlier and how to clean your c
70. tor CRT display e Maximum 16 million colors on LCD display at 1280x800 resolution for 15 4 LCD e Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at 1600x1200 resolution Non Interlaced System Specification A STORAGE e 2 5 Format 9 5mm High SATA HDD Module Bus Mastering Ultra DMA ATA 150 Support for LBA Scheme e Enhanced IDE bootable DVD CD RW Combo drive module e Optional DVD Dual drive AUDIO SYSTEM e Full duplex 16 bit stereo speaker with wavetable support e H W Audio Sound Blaster 16 compatible e Built in dual speakers e Audio input jacks for microphone MIC e Audio output jack for external speaker or headphone Line Out e Sound volume adjust by K B Hot Keys PCMCIA e 32 bit CardBus PCI Local Bus PCMCIA controller e Supports 1 x Type IT PC card e Supports 32 bit Cardbus Cards and 16 bit PC Cards TOUCHPAD Integrated Touchpad Serial USB mouse pointing device with 2 click buttons 115 Nie User Guide 116 KEYBOARD e Full sized 87 keys keyboard with Windows systems hot keys inverted T cursor keys 6 hot keys 12 function keys and embedded numeric keypad e Provides international language keyboard FLASH BIOS 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I O PORTS e 1x 15 pin VGA port e 4x Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 e 1xLAN port e 1x Modem port WIRELESS DEVICES Mini PCI 802 11b g Wireless LAN Solution AC DC POWER SUPPLY ADAPTER Universal a
71. uto switching 100V 240V 65W adapter 19 Volt BATTERY e Rechargeable 3 Cell 6 Cell Li ion battery pack with Smart Battery function e Approximately 2 Hours for 6 cells Battery Mark Battery Life System Specification A WEIGHT AND DIMENSION e 357 W x 271 D x 26 42 H mm e Approximately 2 8 kg 117 Note User Guide 118
72. way the external audio option from the unit may also help 5 4 Connecting to Peripherals 5 Using the LAN Port This notebook comes with an internal 10Base T 100Base TX LAN module that connects your computer to other computers networks through a local area network LAN and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps The 10Base T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is connected with RJ 45 connectors The 100Base TX is based on the older Ethernet standard Because it is 10 times faster than Ethernet it is often referred to as Fast Ethernet The built in LAN module provides a standard RJ 45 connector To connect the twisted pair cable to your LAN port 1 Locate the twisted pair cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping carton Each end of the cable has a RJ 45 connector 2 Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or HUB 3 Connect the other end of the cable into the computer RJ 45 LAN port 81 Noto User Guide 82 5 5 5 6 Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication technology It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ 45 jack User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point AP of LAN Access Point AP is the wireless transmission and receiving device it generally connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with wireless connect
73. wer Saving Features One of the great features in your notebook computer aside from its superior performance is the ability to save energy power Your computer is designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use This feature not only gives you longer battery hours but cooler systems and components as well For more information on how to control the power management features of your computer refer to Power Options function in Control Panel of Windows The definitions of Standby Mode Hibernation Mode and Shutdown are depicted as follows Standby Mode Standby Mode is mainly for power saving When the Standby Mode is activated your display and hard drive are shut down and all open applications and documents are stored in RAM Random Access Memory This allows your notebook to wake up quickly but a low level of power is required to maintain this suspended state How quickly your system powers down into Standby mode is up to you by setting proper times in Power Options of Control Panel in Window While the notebook is in Standby mode the LED 3 6 Using Your Notebook 3 of power indicator flashes To resume your working again you can press the power button to return your work to the screen where you left off Hibernation Mode In Hibernation mode all system devices are powered down and the contents of RAM are stored on your
74. within the Setup program are recorded in a special area memory called the CMOS RAM This memory is backed up by a battery so that is will not be erased when you turn off or reset the system Whenever you turn on the computer the system will read the settings stored in the CMOS RAM and compare them to the equipment check conducted during the Power On Self Test POST If an error occurs an error message will be displayed on the screen and you will then be prompted to run the Setup Program As the POST Power On Self Test executes during the boot up process the screen will display the following message Press lt F2 gt to Enter SETUP Press the lt F2 gt key to run the BIOS Setup program The BIOS Setup program is organized into five menus which you can select using the lt and gt keys To move from one option to another you use the up and down arrow keys while using the lt F5 gt and lt F6 gt or lt gt and lt gt keys to change the settings On the right hand side of the screen are some brief help descriptions of each item you want to change On the BIOS Setup program you will find the following parts on the screen Customizing Your Notebook 6 e Item Specific Help The right side of the screen This area describes each parameter and its available settings e Menu Bar The top line of the screen Each of the five selections displays its own screen e Parameters The left side of the screen This area lists
75. you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows Windows Multimedia Programs Windows provides several multimedia programs that you can run with the built in features of your computer Pointing the Start button Programs Accessories then Entertainment you will find the Multimedia programs group The section below use Window XP as examples 67 Neck User Guide 68 4 5 gt 3 Communications E CyberinkPowerovo EERE E Plus co Label Maker E EzButton System Tools gt f Plus MP3 Audio Converter 9 Address Book G Plus Personal DJ gt I Calculator Q Plus voice Command for Windows Media Player E s5650 GY Command Prompt Sound Recorder E Startup a Notepad BH volume Control L Internet Explorer W Pant windows media Player 2 Microsoft Plus Program Compatibility Wizard x WE windows catalog M MSN Explorer Y Synchronize aae w Q Outlook Express Tour Windows xP A arene Remote Assistance Windows Explorer 1 gt windows Media Player 4B Windows Messenger I Windows Movie Maker B Wordpad T Documents E settinos FA Seach g Help and Support amp E Run P Log OFF Wilson EJ E tun ot Computer Figure 4 1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows e Windows Media Player for playing sound video and animation files e Sound Recorder for
76. your specific usage lt Del gt key Known as the Delete key Press this key to delete the character to the right of the cursor or delete marked texts or items lt Pause gt key Press this key to temporarily halt execution of a command Pressing any other key to resume execution of a command lt Backspace gt key Press this key to delete the character to the left of the cursor lt Shift gt key Press this key in combination with alphabet letters to produce uppercase letters in typing Use this key in combination with those two character keys found on the second row of the keyboard to produce the upper marked keys Also used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command lt Tab gt key Press this key to move the cursor to the next tab stop on the right This key works much the same as in ordinary typewriter 47 Nike User Guide lt Ctrl gt key Known as the Control key Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command lt Alt gt key Known as the Alternate key Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command lt Fn gt lt Num Lock gt key Activates the embedded 15 key numeric keypad The keys are color coded blue lt Caps Lock gt key Used in most application program to always activate uppercase alphabet characters lt Fn gt lt Scroll Lock gt key Used in most applica
77. ys to change their functions To use control keys press and hold the control key while pressing another key For example Press Ctrl C means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C Key combinations work especially to the application you are running 45 Nite User Guide e Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work Start Menu key Displays the Start menu Shortcut Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus This key acts like a right mouse button e Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want In the screen the cursor is a blinking underline block or vertical bar depending on the application The cursor indicates where the next text typed is inserted e Typewtiter keys Typewriter keys also called a hanumeric keys ate used to enter text and characters Keys with blue print on them behave differently when combined with control keys 46 Using Your Notebook 3 BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS lt Enter gt key Execute a command Within many text editing application programs the lt Enter gt key inserts a hard carriage return just like what ordinary typewriter does Backspace a lt Ins gt key Known as the Insert key Press this key to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type over mode lt PrtScr gt key Known as the Print Screen key Press this key to map the whole screen to share memory for

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