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Preface Copyright 2006 All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Table of Content BEFORE YOU START ...............................................................................1 LET YOUR COMPUTER ACCLIMATE ITSELF ..............................................7 HEAT, COLD, HUMIDITY, AND GLARE ....................................................7 SUITABLE PLACE TO WORK ...................................................................8 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................9 OPENING THE LCD PANEL ............
AUDIO SOFTWARE .............................................................................38 SOUND RECORDING ..........................................................................38 PLAYING SOUND FILES ......................................................................38 EXTERNAL SPEAKERS AND MICROPHONE ...........................................38 INTERNET CONNECTION ........................................................................39 RUNNING BIOS SETUP ......................................
Personal Inventory This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
Before you Start Conventions of This Manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer. • If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories. • If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before using your system.
. If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage. 11. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock. 12. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be opened by a qualified service personnel. 13. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: a. The Power cord or plug is damaged. b.
All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors. C. For Other Countries: The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country. The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H03VV-F. The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.
23. Note to CATV System Installer – This reminder provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-93 of the National Electric Code which provide guidelines for proper grounding and in particular, specify that the Coaxial cable shield shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. a. 4 Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.
14. 15. 16. 17. funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen. e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC.
Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten. Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten, um das Risiko von Feuer, Stromschlägen und Verletzungen zu minimieren. Zu beachten sind u.a.
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Suitable place to work Your computer will run well wherever you’re comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system’s parts. There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can’t – things like static electricity, dust, water, steam and oil. In case you decide to pull over for roadside computing, try to choose a clean, comfortable work area for your system. A lithium-ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling.
Introduction Welcome to the Notebook PC Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable computing technology. The Notebook’s modular design provides maximum expandability without compromising portability. When you are carrying the computer, be sure the rear panel should be facing downward as shown in the illustration.
Getting to Know Your Computer Opening the LCD Panel To avoid damage to the display panel: 1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it. 2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. 3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel. With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer.
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The Front Each of these features is briefly described below. 1. Camera (Option) 2. Microphone 3. LCD Display This LCD panel can only support up to a maximum opening of 115-120 degrees, please do not push it forcibly. 4. 5. TouchPad TouchPad Buttons Function LED 6. 7. 8.
9. Microphone Jack Audio Buttons 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. The Mute Button The Volume Down Button The Volume Up Button The Previous Track Button The Next Track Button The Stop Button The Play/Pause Button The Left Side 1. 2. 3. Kensington Lock Ventilation Opening The Modem Port Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. 4.
6. 7. 8. IEEE 1394 Port Hard Disk Drive ExpressCard Function Button 1. 2. Power Button WLAN RF On/Off Button Function LED 3. 4.
1. The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM or DVD CD-RW Combo 2. USB Port 3. DVI (Digital Video Interface) Connector DVI is a digital interface standard to convert analog signals into digital signals to accommodate both analog and digital monitors. 4. DC-IN Function LED 1. 2. 3.
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Getting Started Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’s battery pack. The adapter’s AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet.
Turning On Your Notebook Computer Turn on your Notebook by pressing the power button. Hold the button down for a second or two and release. The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs automatically. After the POST is completed, the computer reads the operating system from the hard disk drive into computer memory (this is commonly referred to as “booting” a computer). If your OS (Operating System such as Windows XP…. etc) is installed, it should start automatically.
To remove the battery pack: Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance.
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Using the Notebook Computer Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F10] [Fn] + [F12] FUNCTIONS Decreases the brightness level. Increases the brightness level. Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size.
For information on connecting an external display, please refer to Chapter Four. A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard uses a standard QWERTY layout with the addition of special function keys and an embedded numeric keypad for number intensive data entry. Your keyboard supports Windows by incorporating the two Windows specific keys. With the two Windows keys you will be able to access and take advantage of many of the timesaving features of Windows software.
KEYS [Fn] + [F5] [Fn] + [F6] [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F9] [Fn] + [F10] [Fn] + [F11] [Fn] + [F12] FUNCTION(S) Enable/Disable the system Touchpad function Open the Microsoft’s IE Internet Explorer Decreases the brightness level. Increases the brightness level. Open the Microsoft’s Outlook Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size. Enter Standby mode.
To turn off each individual function, just click on the display switch. • Memory Slow Down – this will help generate the power saving scheme. This will affect when you are running any computer program to access the relative performance from a number of standard tests and will get a lower scores. • Ultimate Mode – click on this function will turn off the WebCam, Bluetooth, GLAN as well as the WLAN function. On the other hand will turn ON the “Memory Slow Down” function lowering its power consumption.
Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons. You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as nonWindows applications. • The Combo Drive (DVD-ROM + CD-RW), DVD Dual (DVD+/RW), Super Multi (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW) Features of the Combo Drive (DVD-ROM + CD-RW), DVD Dual (DVD+/-RW), Super Multi (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW) The features of the Combo Drive (DVD-ROM + CD-RW), DVD Dual (DVD+/-RW), Super Multi (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW) are listed below.
3. Push the tray back into the drive. To remove a CD disc, do the following: 1. Check the LED display and make sure that the computer is not accessing the Combo Drive (DVD-ROM + CD-RW), DVD Dual (DVD+/-RW), Super Multi (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW). 2. Push the eject button and pull the tray all the way out. 3. Carefully pick up the CD disc by the edges and – while pressing down on the center ring – remove the CD disc from the tray. Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray.
Please refer to the topic on “Battery Calibration” describing how to calibrate your system battery discussed on the latter part of this chapter. If you discover the battery life is getting shorter, please perform the “Battery Calibration” process immediately. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack from its compartment, please refer to Chapter 3, Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack.
Charge Mode Fast Pre-Charge Charge Time 3 hours with the system off or in Suspend mode. The temperature must be 25°C or below room temperature. A pre-charge is supplied to the Li-Ion battery pack. Battery Status Windows XP has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the Notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power. Battery Calibration The purpose for this process is to provide a longer battery life for your system battery pack. 1.
Adjusting the Brightness To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen, press and hold down the [Fn] key in the lower left hand corner of the keyboard and press the [F7] key to reduce the brightness or [F8] to increase the brightness. Using the Windows Help Windows For Windows XP/Vista help, click Start Help and Support icon will open the dialog box.
Desktop Desktop may vary differently on the software installed in your notebook with different or additional shortcuts. Windows XP Windows Vista Recycle Bin Used for storing deleted files in case you want to recover and save it in your system. The files will only be deleted from the Recycle Bin permanently only if you empty it by right clicking your mouse and select the “Empty Recycle Bin”.
Start Button Allows easy access to all Windows programs. Windows XP Windows Vista The Start menu allows you to adapt and show the programs used most frequently. If you wish to keep an item, right click the item and click Pin to Start menu. Log Off will enable the current user to log off and allows a new user to log on. Turn Off Computer allows you to shut down, restart, and Stand by modes for power saving purposes.
Notification The icons that appear here are for quick access to some programs and computer functions that you frequently used. For you to see the hidden icons, simply click the icon. To prevent Windows XP from hiding icons: From an empty spot on the Taskbar, right click your mouse and select the Properties, remove the checked mark on the Hide inactive icons.
Control Panel It is in this area that you can change how Windows looks and works. Click Start Control Panel dialog box. There are two interfaces – Classic View or Category View.
Desktop Operation Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing, it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your notebook that are typical of desktop systems. Audio The Multimedia Sound System The Notebook’s built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software.
Audio Software Your notebook comes equipped with an integrated sound system capable of providing you with quality audio sound through the builtin speakers or through external speakers connected via the system ports. Sound Recording Your system allows you to record sounds and store them as files using the microphone via the microphone jack on the rear of the notebook computer. Check the Windows Help and Support Center in Windows for information on using the various elements in sound recording.
Internet Connection There are numerous ways to connect to the Internet. This may vary from the user’s working environment as well as system specifications. • Using a modem and a telephone line • Using a wired LAN • Using a wireless LAN (Optional) Using a modem for Connection to Internet • • Use a telephone line to connect to the modem port of your computer. Do not use a digital telephone line.
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6. Enter the system’s IP and DNS server addresses on the General tab of the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window. If DHCP is used, click “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” on the General tab.
7. After all the all the information are correctly entered in the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window, click “OK” to finish. Using a wired LAN for Connection to Internet (Windows Vista) For you connect to the Internet, a wired LAN environment normally uses the company’s LAN or a broadband modem.
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Using Wireless LAN Network for Connection to Internet (Windows Vista) (Optional) Bluetooth Connection (Optional) Bluetooth is a developing, world wide, open, short-range radio specification focused on communication between the Internet and Net devices, plus it defines communication protocols between devices and computers. It connect wirelessly to your world: In home, at work, in motion and at play. Access the internet or your e-mail account from anywhere, anytime. Fast downloads.
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Running BIOS Setup The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS.
Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system. Boot - Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook. Security - Use this menu to set a password. The password allows bootup and controls access to the BIOS setup menu. Exit - Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program.
Legend Key Alternate Key Function F10 Save and Exit. Enter Will select a sub menu or show a range of options for a field. Launching Submenus Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that a submenu can be launched from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a submenu, simply move the cursor to highlight the field and press the [Enter] key. Use the [Esc] key to return to the Main menu.
The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: 50
The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu: 51
The Security Menu The Notebook’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program.
The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also configure the way that the system will boot up. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar.
The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup.
VGA Utilities Windows XP After you have restarted Windows, open the “Control Panel” and double click on the “Display” icon. From the “Display Properties” window, select the “Settings” tab and click on the “Advanced” tab to enter the “Plug and Play Monitor on Mobile Intel® 945GM Express Chipset”.
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Installing the WinXP in AHCI/RAID System WinXP (AHCI/RAID system) Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. Before installing the WinXP into your system, please set the SATA hard drive to AHCI/RAID mode. Enter the BIOS Setup. Proceed to “Advanced” Setup using the arrow key and select the “IDE Configuration” item. Set the BIOS setup IDE mode to “ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced]” and Configure SATA as [AHCI] or [RAID] mode. Copy the AHCI/RAID driver into the floppy drive (Driver\SATA_F6\F6flpy32\*.
AHCI Mode RAID Mode 5. 6. 62 Put your floppy disk into the USB FDD drive that contain AHCI/RAID driver. (i.e.: Windows setup don’t support USB disk). Now you can start installing the WinXP in AHCI/RAID mode.
7. Press the “F6” key to load the AHCI Driver 8. Press the “S” key in specifying to install the AHCI driver “Intel( R ) 82801GBM SATA AHCI Controller (Mobile ICH7M)” for your system.
9. Press the “S” key in specifying to install the RAID driver “Intel( R ) 82801GBM SATA RAID Controller (Mobile ICH7M)” for your system”. 10. After installing the AHCI/RAID driver, the AHCI/RAID HDD (Mass Storage Device) is now displayed. 11. You can now follow the WinXP installation process to install the Operating system.
If your WinXP CD still include the old IDE driver (e.g. Intel 915 Chipset or other), you will not be able to install the OS (like having blue screen or system restart). We recommend you to contact your WinXP OPK CD engineer to remove the old driver and replace with a new one.
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Troubleshooting This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you try all the suggested solutions and you still have a problem, make a list of what steps you have taken to correct the problem and contact your dealer.
To check the power cables, and connections: 1. If you have been using battery power, connect the Notebook to an external power source and make sure that the battery has a charge. 2. If you are using the Notebook with the AC adapter, check the power outlet, the power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. 3. Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is a convenient item for checking the power.
Normally, the only test routine visible on the screen will be the memory test. Two classifications of malfunctions can be detected during the POST: • Error messages that indicate a failure with either the hardware, the software, or the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). These critical malfunctions prevent the computer from operating at all or could cause incorrect and apparent results. An example of a critical error is microprocessor malfunction.
Solution: Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility. If the date and time become incorrect after a short time, your CMOS battery may be depleted. Contact your dealer to change the battery. Problem: You hear irregular beeps during operation of the Notebook and the system halts. Solution: The problem is beyond the scope of this manual. Contact technical support. Problem: An unidentified message is displayed.
• • What software were you running at the time? What have you done already to try to solve the problem? If you have overlooked a step, your dealer may be able to solve the problem over the phone.
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Specification Processor • Intel® Core™ Duo Processor ULV/LV, U2500/L2000 sequence, FSB 533 / 667 MHz • Micro-FCBGA packaging technology Operating System • Genuine Windows® Vista Home Premium • Genuine Windows® XP Professional Core Logic • Intel® GMS Express Chipsets with ICH7M(GHM) Memory • Expansion 1 slot of 200pin DDRII module, 1GB total memory capacity • Support DDRII 533 / 667 module LCD Display • 12.
Pointing Device • Synaptic touchpad Application Launch Key • Power On/Off, Wireless On/Off (WLAN) LED Status Indicator • Power, Suspend/Resume, Battery Charging Status, Hard Disk Access, NumLock mode, CapsLock mode, Bluetooth&WLAN Indicators. Keyboard • 2.5mm travel, 88/85 keys US/UK. ExpressCard TM • One PCI ExpressCard slot, 34 / 54 compliant Audio • Azalia Audio, Built-in ICH-M (GHM), two speakers AC Adapter • Input: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 1.5A, Universal • Output: 19V DC, 3.
Weight • Approximately 1.8kg with 12.
