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first things first thank you for purchasing our notebook! You’ve made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We’re sure that you’ll be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new notebook. Each and every eMachines notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are provided with the best product possible.
getting started eMachines Customer Care eMachines is committed to delivering a great computer experience — not only with an exciting line of affordable performance products, but with friendly and knowledgeable people who stand behind them. We work hard to make your eMachines experience easy. And that means giving you great choices, making products simple to set up and operate right out of the box, and being there to support you whenever you need us.
first things first how to contact us When you need help or information, or want to get in touch with us, first try our website. If you don’t find what you need on the Web, just give us a call! on the Web To begin with, you may want to go to our home page at http://www.emachines.com. On our home page, you can learn about eMachines as a company, learn about the other products that we make, and navigate to our primary Customer Care support page.
getting started by telephone Our call center team is highly trained and ready to help answer your questions, troubleshoot any problems, or direct you to other service options if necessary. Our goal is to solve your problem on the first call, so you can get back to enjoying your eMachines notebook. To speak with a support representative, call the phone number for your country: United States: 1-801-401-1419 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (PST), seven days a week Canada: 1-604-637-1419 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
first things first help tools We’ve developed this book and its companion poster to help you learn about your notebook and how to use it, but other tools are also available. The provided quick setup poster includes all of the steps you need to get started. This user’s manual provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its use and care. Online help is included in the software preloaded on your notebook.
getting started basic care and safety Your notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for information technology equipment safety. To ensure safe use of your notebook: ❂ Read and follow all safety instructions marked on the notebook and in this guide before you use your notebook. Retain this information for future use. ❂ Always set your notebook on a stable work surface. ❂ Do not use your notebook near water or heat sources.
first things first ❂ Provide adequate space around your notebook so that air vents are not obstructed. Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The air vents are necessary for proper airflow and cooling of your notebook. If these air vents are blocked, your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. ❂ Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap.
getting started ❂ ❂ When using your modem: — Use only Number 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. — During an electrical storm, disconnect modem/telephone cables and do not use your modem. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. — Never install modem/telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jacks are specifically designed for wet locations.
first things first ❂ Do the following to work comfortably and protect yourself from repetitive-stress injury: — Sit in a comfortable position, with your shoulders relaxed and each arm at a right angle to the keyboard and touchpad. — Position each hand so that your wrist is straight and your hand is in a straight line with your forearm. — Change hand and body positions frequently to avoid fatigue.
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getting started 1 Your eMachines notebook has been designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. We’re going to walk you through each of the following steps as you use your notebook for the first time: ❂ installing the included battery pack ❂ connecting the power adapter ❂ opening the notebook ❂ turning it on! These start-up procedures are described in detail on the quick setup poster, but for your convenience, the basic steps are repeated here. 1.
getting started 3. Turn your notebook right-side up and connect the AC power adapter to the notebook and a wall outlet. A yellow status light on the front-center of your notebook will light up, indicating that the battery is being charged. For more information about status lights, see chapter 3, “using your notebook.” Use only the AC adapter and power cord that were shipped with your notebook. Using a different AC adapter or power cord may result in fire or damage to your notebook.
getting started 4. Open your notebook: Slide the latch on the front of the notebook to the right 1 and, at the same time, lift the top panel 2. Adjust the position of the display to a comfortable viewing angle.
getting started 5. Press the power button at the top right of the keyboard area to turn on your notebook. The blue light around the power button lights up, showing you that your notebook is on. As your notebook starts up, you’ll see the eMachines logo. When you turn on your notebook for the first time, you will be prompted to enter some setup information. The process is simple. Just read the questions on the screen and follow the prompts.
getting started 6. To turn off your notebook, do the following: a. Exit all programs you may have opened. Important: Always save open documents and files before turning off your notebook. b. From the Windows desktop, click Start 1 > Turn Off Computer 2. c. At the prompt, click Turn Off 3. When the blue power light goes off, your notebook is completely powered down.
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quick tour 2 Before you begin using your eMachines notebook, let’s look at it from different views and tour its basic features. This chapter looks at your notebook from the following views: ❂ open ❂ left side ❂ right side ❂ back ❂ bottom This chapter provides a quick overview of the external features on your notebook. As you begin using your notebook, refer to chapter 3, “using your notebook,” for more detailed information on these features.
getting started open To begin with, look at your opened notebook and locate its main features.
quick tour left side standard features on select models 1 PC card 4 FireWire (1394) 2 PC card eject button 5 CompactFlash, MicroDrive 3 Universal Serial Bus Port (USB Port) 6 CompactFlash eject button 7 MemoryStick, MemoryStick Pro, SecureDigital, MultiMediaCard Important: Your notebook ships with protectors in the media slots. To protect the open slots, replace these protectors when the media reader is not in use.
getting started right side 1 CD/DVD drive 3 CD/DVD eject button 2 CD/DVD drive activity light 4 CD/DVD manual eject button 24
quick tour back 1 AC power connector 6 external monitor (VGA) port 2 microphone connector 7 USB ports (2) 3 headphone connector 8 S-Video (TV out) (on select models) 4 modem port 9 Kensington lock slot 5 ethernet/network port Do not obstruct the air vents. They are necessary for proper airflow and cooling. If any of these vents are partially blocked or obscured, your notebook may overheat.
getting started bottom 1 mini-PCI 4 battery 2 memory 5 battery release 3 hard drive 6 battery lock Do not obstruct the air vents. They are necessary for proper airflow and cooling. If any of these vents are partially blocked or obscured, your notebook may overheat.
using your notebook 3 In this chapter, we’ll discuss all of the basics you need to know when using your notebook, including: ❂ using the power button ❂ using the touchpad ❂ using the keyboard ❂ using quick action buttons ❂ interpreting status lights ❂ using the display ❂ using CDs and DVDs ❂ using the digital media reader 27
getting started using the power button Your power button has three uses: ❂ turn on: If the notebook is off, press the power button to turn it on. ❂ turn off: If the notebook is on, press the power button to turn it off. Important: Always save any open documents and files before you turn off your notebook. ❂ forced power down: If your notebook is not responding, you can press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds, until the notebook turns off.
using your notebook using the touchpad The built-in touchpad includes all the functionality of a traditional mouse. Just like a mouse, the touchpad lets you point to items on the Windows desktop and in applications, such as word processing documents, spreadsheets, and presentation programs. To move the pointer on the display, move your finger across the touchpad.
getting started scrolling In some applications, you can drag your finger up or down on the scroll zone to roll the display up or down. tapping A unique feature of a touchpad, as compared to a traditional mouse, is the ability to recognize taps on the touchpad area as clicks of the left click button. If you’ve never used a touchpad with this feature, you may find it helpful. Because inadvertent taps may confuse new users, by default this feature is turned off on your notebook.
using your notebook using the keyboard In addition to full-sized keys, your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad. Familiarize yourself with these keyboard features by reading the following paragraphs. special function keys Many of the function keys across the top of the keyboard have two uses — one use set by your software programs and the other specific to eMachines notebooks.
getting started To use a special function key, press and hold down the Fn key, press the key with the desired image on it, and then release both keys. See the following table for definitions of the special function keys.
using your notebook numeric keypad To lock in the numeric keypad, press Fn + . When the numeric keypad is locked in, the letters on the number keys are deactivated. To help you identify the status of the numeric keypad, the number lock status light turns on and off when the keypad is turned on and off. See “interpreting status lights” for more information. To unlock the numeric keypad, press Fn + 33 again.
getting started using quick action buttons Seven buttons are located along the top right of the keyboard area. These buttons are used to launch programs, perform specific activities, or power the notebook on and off. To use a quick action button, just press it! 1 Internet access 2 email access 3 search 4 music player 5 volume up 6 volume down 7 power To mute and unmute the sound, press the volume down and volume up quick action buttons at the same time.
using your notebook interpreting status lights 1 AC power on: AC power is connected off: AC power is not connected 2 wireless on/off on: wireless network card is on off: wireless network card is off 3 caps lock on: caps lock is on off: not activated 4 num lock on: num lock is on off: not activated 5 hard drive activity blinking: hard drive is active off: no hard drive activity 6 battery charge blinking: battery has a low charge on: charging off: battery is charged 7 notebook power blin
getting started using the display This section discusses the most common display-related tasks you may need to perform, including: ❂ cleaning the display ❂ adjusting the brightness ❂ adjusting the resolution ❂ enabling TV output (on select models) cleaning the display If you ever need to clean the display, use only a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use household chemicals to clean your notebook. These cleaners may damage your display as well as the finish of your notebook.
using your notebook adjusting the resolution Your notebook is already set to the optimal resolution for your display. If you use an external monitor or projector, you may need to adjust the resolution to best suit that device. The resolution setting and other display-related options are viewed and changed through your Windows Control Panel. From your desktop, click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. Resolution settings are located on the Settings tab.
getting started 3. If you want to change the settings for the TV, click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. Click the Settings tab. Then click the Advanced button and then the Displays tab. If the image on the TV is not clear, you may need to adjust the country identification, display brightness, contrast, color saturation, or size. These and other settings are viewed and changed through the Monitor, Panel, and TV tabs.
using your notebook using CDs and DVDs Your notebook includes either a combination CD-RW/DVD or DVD-RW drive. This drive can be used to store and transport data, to play music and movies, and to create your own music and data CDs.
getting started caring for and handling discs When handling CDs and DVDs, touch only the center and outside edges. Touching the reflective surface of the disc may damage it. inserting a disc 1. Press the eject button on the CD/DVD drive to open the tray. 2. After the tray pops open, slide it completely out. 3. Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up. Press gently on the disc until it snaps into place on the spindle. 4. Slide the tray back into the drive until it clicks shut.
using your notebook listening to audio CDs To play an audio CD: 1. Insert your CD into the CD/DVD drive. Wait a moment for your notebook to recognize the CD. 2. One of the following three things will happen: ❂ The CD plays automatically. ❂ A Windows message asks you what you want to do with the disc. Select Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player from the list and then click OK. ❂ The CD does not play automatically and you are not asked what you want to do with the disc.
getting started viewing DVDs It’s fun, convenient, and easy to watch a DVD on your notebook! 1. Insert your DVD into the CD/DVD drive. Wait a moment for the notebook to recognize the disc and begin playback. 2. If your DVD does not play automatically, open PowerDVD from the Windows desktop. Click Start > All Programs > Play DVD. The emachines PowerDVD player is displayed. 3. Click the play button to begin playing the DVD.
using your notebook creating CDs Your notebook comes with either an integrated CD-RW or a DVD-RW drive, which allows you to create your own music and data CDs or DVDs. The information in this section walks you through creating your own CDs. creating an audio CD You create audio CDs through Windows Media Player or Roxio Easy CD and DVD creator (on DVD-RW models only). These instructions discuss Media Player. 1. Insert a standard CD-R or CD-RW into the CD drive.
getting started 3. Select Copy to CD or Device from the list of options on the taskbar. 4. Above the title bar on the Music to Copy side of the window, click the down arrow and select the playlist you want to copy. The songs on the playlist are displayed. 5. Click the check box next to each song you want to copy. 6. After you have selected all of the songs you want, click the red Copy Music button. Windows Media Player will begin copying the songs to your CD.
using your notebook creating a data CD This section walks you through the process of creating a data CD, which consists of the following basic steps: ❂ inserting a standard CD-R or CD-RW into the CD drive ❂ selecting the items that you want to copy to CD ❂ copying the files Each of these steps is discussed in detail below. 1. Insert a standard CD-R or CD-RW into the CD drive. Wait a moment for your notebook to recognize the disc.
getting started d. In the File and Folder Tasks area of the screen, select Copy this folder (or Copy this file, depending on your selection). e. Select the CD drive (D:) as the destination and then click Copy. This copy process assembles the selected files in a temporary holding area. A progress bar is displayed while your notebook copies the selected files to the temporary holding area. An icon and a message will pop up in the system tray, showing that you have files waiting to be written to the CD.
using your notebook 3. After you have selected and assembled the files, copy the files to the CD using the following procedures: a. Click the icon in the system tray. A window for the CD drive (D:) is displayed, showing the assembled files. b. In the Writing Tasks area of the window, click Write these files to CD. The following wizard is displayed. c. Enter a name for the CD and then click Next. d. Wait until the wizard shows that the process is complete.
getting started creating data DVDs (on select models) This section walks you through the process of creating a data DVD, which consists of the following basic steps: ❂ inserting a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive ❂ opening the Roxio Drag-to-Disk application ❂ selecting the files to copy ❂ copying the files Each of these steps is discussed in detail below. 1. Insert a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive. Wait a moment for your notebook to recognize the disc.
using your notebook 3. Select the items you want to copy to DVD using the following procedures: Windows provides a variety of ways to locate, select, and copy files. The steps listed here discuss one method. a. Click Start > My Computer. b. Locate the files you want to copy. c. Select the folder or file you want to copy. d. Drag the selected file or folder to the CD image in the Drag-to-Disc application. For specific information on Roxio Drag-to-Disc, refer to Roxio Drag to Disc online help.
getting started 4. After you have selected and assembled the files, copy the files to the DVD using the following procedures: a. Click the eject button near the right side of the Drag-to-Disc application. The Drag-to-Disk Eject Options window is displayed. b. Select your copy options and click eject. The application copies the files to the disc and, when finished, ejects the disc.
using your notebook using the digital media reader The versatile digital media reader gives you left-side-panel access to: ❂ SecureDigitalTM (SD) ❂ CompactFlashTM ❂ MemoryStickTM ❂ MemoryStickProTM ❂ MicroDriveTM ❂ MultiMediaCardTM 1 CompactFlash MicroDrive 2 51 MemoryStick, MemoryStick Pro, SecureDigital, MultiMediaCard
getting started Your notebook ships with protectors in the media slots. To protect open slots, replace the protectors when the media reader is not in use. Unless you are using the eject buttons to remove a card, be sure that the eject buttons are not extended. Protruding eject buttons may be damaged when moving or transporting your notebook.
using your notebook accessing files In this section, you will learn about accessing files on media cards: ❂ using the pop up wizard ❂ using Windows Explorer In this example, you will be saving pictures from your digital camera’s media. using the pop up wizard 1. Remove the media card from your camera following the instructions provided with your camera. 2. Remove the protector from the media reader and insert the camera media card into the media reader. The Memory Stick (G:) pop up is displayed.
getting started 3. Select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard. You can also choose to Print the pictures using the Photo Printing Wizard. The Scanner and Camera Wizard is displayed. 4. Click Next to continue. 5. Select the pictures you want to copy and then click Next.
using your notebook 6. Type the filename and location for this group of pictures and click Next. — — — The name can be descriptive (such as “christmas party”) You can browse to the location by clicking Browse... You can select Delete pictures from my device after coping them by selecting the check box 7. When the copy process is complete, select Next. 8. Choose an option to continue working with your pictures, or click Next if you are finished. 9.
getting started using Windows Explorer If you media card contains only data files, an Explorer window is displayed. 1. Remove the media card from your device following the instructions provided with the device. 2. Remove the protector from the media reader and insert the media card into the media reader. An Explorer window is displayed, listing the contents of the media card. 3. Locate and select the files you want to copy. 4.
battery 4 You can use your notebook on either battery or AC power. Your choice of power source depends on your preference and the availability of AC power. When choosing your power source, consider the length of time you plan to use your notebook and the amount of charge in your battery. The life of your battery charge will vary, depending on its age and type, your notebook power settings, and the applications you are using.
getting started charging your battery An installed battery will automatically recharge whenever the notebook is connected to an AC power source. To ensure that you always have plenty of battery power, recharge your battery frequently. initial charge As mentioned in chapter 1, “getting started,” to properly charge your battery the first time, you must leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook until the yellow battery status light goes off.
battery managing your battery consumption Your notebook uses the latest chipset and processor technology, allowing the notebook to scale its processor performance and power consumption for optimized battery life. This design provides you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with great battery life. Battery operating time depends on the software applications you are using and your Windows power-related system settings.
getting started battery charge icon Whenever your notebook is using battery power, a battery icon is displayed in the system tray. Pay close attention to this battery charge icon and its charge message. Use this icon as your primary battery-charge monitoring tool. When you place your cursor over this icon, a message (illustrated below) is displayed, showing you how much charge your battery has left.
battery warning messages and alarms If you are running on battery power and the charge gets low, your notebook will display warning messages and sound alarms, based on your power-related settings in the Windows Control Panel. See the next section for more information about these settings. When you receive these notices, take action right away to prevent data loss. Either connect to an AC power source or save and close your work session.
getting started The following tabs are available in the Power Options Properties window. power schemes A power scheme is a group of basic power-use settings. Select a power scheme from a list, including: ❂ Home/Office Desk ❂ Portable/Laptop (default) ❂ Presentation ❂ Always On ❂ Minimal Power Management ❂ Max Battery alarms Low-battery warning messages can be visual messages or audible sounds. Select the message type and the power level at which you want each to occur.
battery refreshing your battery We recommend refreshing your battery several times a year, or more often if you frequently use your battery. If your battery charge icon or the power meter becomes inaccurate, you need to refresh your battery. To refresh your battery: 1. Close all open files and programs. 2. Connect your notebook to AC power and allow the battery to completely charge. 3. After the battery is completely charged, disconnect the AC adapter and either turn on or restart your notebook. 4.
getting started 5. After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook to AC power. 6. Charge the battery completely, until the yellow battery status light goes off. 7. When you’re ready to use your notebook again, do the following to go to the Windows Control Panel and reset your power-related settings: a. From your desktop, right click on the power icon and select Adjust Power Properties. b.
upgrades and replacements 5 Read this chapter when you need to upgrade or replace your: ❂ battery ❂ memory ❂ hard drive assembly The components inside your notebook are sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge. Before handling system components, use appropriate precautions, including turning off all system power, unplugging all cables, and touching a bare metal surface on the notebook (such as the nuts for the printer port) or wearing a grounding wrist-strap.
getting started battery To remove and install a battery: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow industry-standard practices for preventing electrostatic discharge. See the Warning note at the beginning of this chapter for more information. There is a danger of explosion if this battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type recommended by eMachines. 1. Power off your notebook and close the display.
upgrades and replacements 4. To insert a new battery pack, hold the battery label side down and at an angle, as shown 1. The battery pack is keyed so that it can be inserted in only one direction. If the battery does not slide in easily, verify that the connector end of the battery lines up with the connector in the battery compartment. Slide the connector end of the battery into position and then press down on the other end of the battery until it clicks into place.
getting started memory To remove and install a memory module: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow industry-standard practices for preventing electrostatic discharge. See the Warning note at the beginning of this chapter for more information. 1. Power off your notebook and close the display. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. Place your notebook upside down on a stable work surface.
upgrades and replacements 4. To remove an existing memory module, gently press outward on the retaining clips on both sides of the memory module 1 until the memory module is released and tilts upward. Then, pull the module out of the slot 2.
getting started 5. To insert a new memory module, hold the memory module at a 45-degree angle and insert it into the empty memory slot 1. The memory module is keyed so that it can be inserted in only one direction. If the module does not slide in easily, verify that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory slot. Gently press down on the module until the retaining clips click into place 2. 6. Replace the memory compartment cover and retaining screw.
upgrades and replacements hard drive assembly Your notebook includes one high-capacity, industry-standard, 9.5-mm IDE hard disk drive. This hard drive assembly is inserted into the hard drive compartment. A new hard drive has no data or software preloaded on it. Before you install a new hard drive in your notebook, first copy to a backup CD any programs, files, or information that you want to move to the new hard drive. After you install the new hard drive, you must perform a system restore.
getting started 3. To remove an existing hard drive assembly, first remove the hard drive retaining screw 1. Then, grasp the hard drive and slide the assembly completely out of the hard drive compartment 2. 4. To install the new hard drive assembly, position the hard drive assembly as shown in the previous illustration and slide the assembly completely into the open compartment. 5. Replace the hard drive retaining screw, reinsert the battery pack, and reconnect your cables. 6.
system restore 6 If you ever need to restore your notebook to its original configuration, use the restore CDs that were shipped inside the box with your notebook. The restore CDs contain a copy of all software that was preinstalled on your notebook. The restore process erases all data and files from your notebook’s hard drive. Any programs, files, or data that you have added to your notebook will be lost.
getting started 5. The following message is displayed: Caution: All data in the hard drive will be lost! Back up your files before proceeding. Are you sure you want to proceed? This is your last chance to stop the restore process! To stop the restore process, press N, remove the restore CD from the CD/DVD drive, and restart your notebook. If you are sure you want to proceed, press Y. The restore process begins.
troubleshooting 7 Your notebook and its preinstalled software are designed to be trouble free. However, if you do encounter problems, this chapter may help you solve them. For minor problems, first try the following suggestions: ❂ Make sure that the notebook is powered on. ❂ Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected to the computer and that the adapter is plugged into a working electrical outlet. ❂ Check the brightness setting of the display.
getting started battery and power Q My battery charge icon is not accurate or a battery charge does not last as long as I think it should. What should I do? A Try the following: ❂ Allow the battery to return to room temperature. ❂ Check your power management settings in the Windows Control Panel. See “managing your battery consumption” in chapter 4 for instructions. ❂ Refresh the battery. See “refreshing your battery” in chapter 4 for instructions. ❂ Replace your battery.
troubleshooting keyboard and touchpad Q My notebook is not responding to the keyboard or the touchpad. How do I enable tapping on my touchpad? A Your notebook has locked up. Try one of the following to restart it: ❂ Press ctrl + alt + delete. ❂ Press and hold down the Power button for approximately 5 seconds until the notebook turns off. Then, restart your notebook. Q My notebook is not responding when I click or tap on the touchpad.
getting started Q When I type, some of the letter keys type numbers instead of the letters. What’s wrong? A Your numeric keypad is activated. Press Fn + keypad. Q My cursor jumps to a different location on the display or does not respond at all. What’s wrong? A It is probably one of two things: ❂ to deactivate the numeric Your touchpad is dirty. Clean the touchpad with a damp cloth (water only) and wipe it dry. ❂ Your touchpad is set to accept tapping.
troubleshooting display brightness and resolution Q My display is blank. What’s wrong? A It could be several things: ❂ Your notebook may be “Sleeping.” Press any key to “wake” the notebook from Sleep mode. ❂ The brightness setting may be down too low. Press Fn + F8 several times to increase the brightness of the display. ❂ Your notebook may be sending its display to an external display. Press Fn + F4 several times to toggle through the attached display, an external display, or both.
getting started sound and volume Q There is no sound coming from my notebook. What’s wrong? A The volume is muted or is turned down too low. Do the following: ❂ Check the volume icon in the icon tray to see if it is muted. — — Press both the volume up and the volume down quick action buttons at the same time. (This is a quick way to mute and unmute the sound.) Click the volume icon and uncheck Mute.
troubleshooting digital media reader Q Nothing happens when I insert a card into the media reader. A Check the system tray for the media icon. If you do not see it reboot your computer. printer Q My notebook is connected to a printer, but it’s not working. What should I do? A Try the following: ❂ Make sure that the printer power cable is plugged into a working electrical outlet and that the printer is powered on. ❂ Check the cable connections between your notebook and the printer.
getting started error messages Q I receive an “Out of Memory” or “Insufficient Memory” message. What’s wrong? A Your system resources are low, and all available memory is being used by the open programs. ❂ Close one or more programs. If this doesn’t help, save the data you are working on, close all programs, and restart your notebook. After restarting, open only the programs that you need. ❂ Consider adding more physical memory to your notebook.
notices and specifications a United States Federal Communications Commission Notice 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.
getting started wireless communications The transmitting antenna must not be operated with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The transmitter should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Declaration of Conformity — United States This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
appendix European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community and if this product has telecommunication functionality, the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC).
getting started telephone 0141-9512461 To identify this product, refer to the model number found on the product. Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel broulilleur du Canada.
appendix U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Modems This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company. If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily.
getting started U.K. Modem Compliance Information This modem is approved by the secretary of state at the Department of Trade and Industry for connection to a single exchange line of the public switched telephone network run by certain licensed public telecommunication operators or system connected thereto (direct exchange lines only, not shared service or 1-1 carrier systems).
appendix This modem is approved for use in only the following functions: ❂ storage of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined code ❂ initial proceed indication detection ❂ automatic calling / automatic answering ❂ tone detection ❂ loud-speaking facility This modem is not approved for connection to U.K. / private speech-band services. This modem does not support an automatic redial function.
getting started notebook specifications dimensions depth: 10.4 in (264.16 mm) width: 14 in (355.6 mm) height: 1.6 in (40.64 mm) weight: 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) operating temperature 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C) shipping/storage temperature 4°F to 140°F (-15°C to 60°C) humidity 20% to 80% video display 15.4 in WXGA TFT LCD panel, or 15.
