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Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
Preface R&TTE Directive This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Luxembourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slovenia.
Preface CE Marking This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has attained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark is obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the marking in order to be allowed to sell his product in the European market.
Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.
Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: 1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2. 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. Warning Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.
Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: 1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. 2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged. 3. Avoid interference.
Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: Power Safety Warning Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals and cables (including telephone lines and power cord). VIII • When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.
Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from the power supply.
Preface Ergonomics We designed your Multimedia PC system to be functional as well as attractive. To get most out of it, here are some suggestions on how to position and use the computer: • The top third of the LCD (screen) should be at eye-level or slightly below. • The LCD should be at least 18"/45cm. directly in front of you. • If the screen resolution makes you strain to read, then adjust the resolution to something more comfortable (see “Video Features” on page 1 - 26).
Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. • • • • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance. Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.
Preface Wall Mounting Information The computer may be mounted on a wall for display. The system meets VESA MIS-D Standard (100mm * 100mm) for wall mounting. However if you intend to wall mount the system please contact your service center for information in order to avoid personal injury, or damage to the computer.
Preface Contents Notice .............................................................................................................................................................I EuP-Standby and Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ..................................................................... II FCC Statement ............................................................................................................................................IV FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: .......
Preface LED Indicators & Buttons .........................................................................................................................1-9 On Screen Display Indicators ..................................................................................................................1-10 System Map: Left View ...........................................................................................................................1-11 System Map: Right View .................................
Preface Multi-in-1 Card Reader ..............................................................................................................................2-6 ExpressCard Slot .......................................................................................................................................2-7 Inserting and Removing ExpressCards .............................................................................................................................................
Preface User Account Control ................................................................................................................................4-6 Windows Security Message .......................................................................................................................4-6 New Hardware Found ................................................................................................................................4-6 Driver Installation Procedure ......................
Preface System Time & Date (Main Menu) ...........................................................................................................5-5 SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................................................................................................................5-6 System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) .................................................................................................5-6 MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision ........................
Preface OS Select (Boot Menu) ............................................................................................................................5-13 UEFI Boot (Boot Menu > OS Select) .....................................................................................................5-13 Exit Menu ................................................................................................................................................5-14 Upgrading The Computer Overview .....................
Preface 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation ...........................................................................7-18 Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation ..............................................................................................7-19 Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 8 ...................................................................................................7-20 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology .........................................................
Preface Problems & Possible Solutions ..................................................................................................................8-7 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview ...................................................................................................................................................A-1 Computer Ports and Jacks .........................................................................................................................A-2 Card Reader Port ..
Preface To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar) ................................................................................B-8 Specifications Processor ...................................................................................................................................................C-2 Processor ...................................................................................................................................................C-2 Core Logic .......................
Preface Environmental Spec ..................................................................................................................................C-5 Physical Dimensions & Weight ................................................................................................................C-5 Windows 7 Overview ...................................................................................................................................................D-1 Turning On the Computer ...........
Preface PC Camera Module (Windows 7) ...........................................................................................................D-27 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) ......................................................................................................D-35 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7...................................................................................D-40 Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Intel® PROSet Wireless .............................
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Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: • Chapter 2 • Chapter 3 • Chapter 4 • Chapter 5 • Chapter 6 • Chapter 7 • Chapter 8 • Appendix A • Appendix B • Appendix C • Appendix D A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e.g.
1 Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 1, “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 and “Upgrading The Computer” on page 6 - 1 in the User’s Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a of interest to you. Notes Check the light colored boxes with the mark above to find detailed information about the computer’s features.
Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 8) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals. Drivers If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and a hardware component e.g.
1 Quick Start Guide System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find the Windows 7 (with Service Pack 1 installed) and Windows 8 operating systems are supported. The majority of this menu covers information covers information related to the Windows 8 operating system, however for specific information on the Windows 7 operating system see Appendix D.
Quick Start Guide System Startup 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove all packing materials, CDs/DVDs and floppy disks etc. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the computer to their ports (e.g keyboard and mouse etc.) Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack located under the LCD, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Push the power button at the front of the computer (under the LCD) to turn the computer “on”.
1 Quick Start Guide System Map: Front View 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
Quick Start Guide Tilting & Adjusting the LCD Screen Height It is possible to tilt the LCD screen in order to get the best possible viewing angle of the screen without glare etc, and to raise/lower the screen height in order to get the best possible vertical viewing position of the screen. • Hold the left and right sides of the computer to raise/lower the screen. • Do not hold the bottom of the screen to adjust the viewing angle or height as the screen function buttons are located there.
1 Quick Start Guide • Carefully apply pressure at the top of the screen to tilt it. • Note that the screen has no fixed lock position and you are free to raise/lower and tilt the screen to any position the stand allows (do not force it beyond the point of resistance). Moving the Computer We strongly recommend using both hands to move the computer. You can use one hand to grip the computer by the stand, and the other to hold the top of the LCD screen.
Quick Start Guide LED Indicators & Buttons The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. The buttons located under the front panel icons allow you to make screen and input adjustments.
1 Quick Start Guide On Screen Display Indicators Press the function menu button (see Table 1 - 2, on page 1 - 9) to bring up the On Screen Display. The OSD provides visual indicators for brightness, volume, WLAN, Bluetooth and camera power toggle (note that the camera and Bluetooth power indicators will only display if the modules are included in your purchase configuration) are available when the OSD driver is installed (see “On Screen Display” on page 4 - 6).
Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 6 Left View 1. 2. Multi-in-1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats: 2 3 3. MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC Compatible MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo 4. 5. USB 3.0 Port 6. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by their blue color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black. Note that the USB 3.0 ports require a driver for Windows 7 (see ““USB 3.
1 Quick Start Guide System Map: Right View Figure 1 - 7 - Right View 1. 2. 3. Stand Optical Device Drive Bay (for CD/DVD Device - see page 2 - 3) Security Lock Slot Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code.
Quick Start Guide System Map: Rear View Figure 1 - 8 Rear View 3 1. 2. 2 CPU The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Opening this compartment, or accessing the CPU in any way, may violate your warranty. 3. 4. 5. 3 Overheating To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intake while the computer is in use.
1 Quick Start Guide Windows Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and applications within Windows are accessed from the Start menu in Windows 7 (Windows 7’s standard interface is the desktop), and from the Desktop in Windows 8 (see page 1 - 21 for more information on the Windows 8 Control Panel). Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel.
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop The apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 8 are accessed from the Metro user interface’s Start screen and/or Windows Desktop. The Desktop (which runs as an app within the Start screen) can be accessed by clicking/tapping the Desktop item in the Start screen (or by using the Windows Logo Key +D key combination).
1 Quick Start Guide Apps & Tiles The Windows 8 Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on one screen so you will often need use the slider at the bottom of the screen in order to view all the necessary Apps. Accessing Pining/Unpinning All Apps You can add and remove the tiles for apps and control panels in the Start screen.
Quick Start Guide Desktop Application When the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen or use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination), and you are using a keyboard, you can use lower left hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop. To do so move your mouse to hover over the bottom left corner of the screen and click the pop-up. When you move to the lower left hot corner in the Start screen itself it will take you back to your most recently used app.
1 Quick Start Guide Display Most Recently Used Apps When the Desktop app is running you can right-click (keyboard only) the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to bring up an advanced context menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, Windows Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connections etc.
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Charms Bar The right side of the screen displays the Windows 8 Charms Bar. The Charms Bar contains the Search, Share, Start, Devices and Settings menus. To access up the Charms Bar move the cursor to the upper or lower right corners of the screen, and then hover over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate it (the bar will be black when it is active), or use the Windows Logo Key + C key combination.
1 Quick Start Guide Charms Bar Items • Search results. • Share : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control panel settings with instantaneous : This button is used to share information with people via mail or social networks. • Start : Click to bring up the Start Menu (the same function as pressing the Windows Logo Key or clicking the bottom left of the screen). • Devices : Click this button to change connected peripheral device settings e.g. an external display.
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control Panel is much the same as that in Windows 7, however it can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8. • Click Search in the Windows Charms Bar (see previous page) and the search pane will pop out. Type Control Panel and select it from the results to the left.
1 Quick Start Guide • When in the Desktop app (this does not apply to the Start screen) click on Settings in the Windows Charms Bar and select Control Panel from the menu. Figure 1 - 18 - Settings Charms Bar (Desktop App Only) • Right-click on a blank area of the Metro UI Start screen, click the All Apps icon and click Control Panel.
Quick Start Guide • Right-click the lower left hot corner to bring up the menu and select Control Panel (see Figure 1 - 13 on page 1 - 18). Keyboard Shortcut to Control Panel You can also use keyboard shortcuts to access the Control Panel. Press the Windows logo key and X to bring up the context menu, and then press P to bring up the Control Panel. Alternatively press the Windows logo key and R to bring up the Run dialog box, and then type “Control Panel” and press Enter to access the Control Panel.
1 Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Taskbar In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the taskbar. In Windows 8 the taskbar is accessed from the Desktop application. If you are in the Start screen you will need to click the Desktop app to switch to the Desktop. The taskbar is displayed in much the same way as it was in Windows 7, and you can see the notification area of the taskbar in the bottom right of the screen.
Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts - Windows 8 If you are using a keyboard with this system then note the function of the Windows Logo Key & Menu/Application Key (in the Start screen). The following keyboard shortcuts are useful for navigation/operation in Windows 8.
1 Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances and Personalization) in Windows 8 in the same manner as Windows 7 running the Desktop app (see “Desktop Application” on page 1 - 17 and Appendix B). In Windows 8 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item in the Charms Bar (see “Windows 8 Charms Bar” on page 1 - 19). To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar): 1. 2. 3.
Quick Start Guide To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 8: 1. 2. 3. Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category. Adjust resolution. Right-Click Desktop App 1. 1 2. 2 3 3. You can right-click the desktop and select Screen resolution 1 (Figure 1 - 22). Use the dropbox to select the screen Resolution 2 (Figure 1 - 22). Click Advanced settings 3 (Figure 1 22) to bring up the Advanced properties tabs.
1 Quick Start Guide To access the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile control panel: 1. 2. Click Advanced settings 3 (Figure 1 - 22 on page 1 - 27) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) 4 (Figure 1 - 23 on page 1 - 28). OR 3. Right-click the desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu. OR 4.
Quick Start Guide Power Options Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in Settings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8 may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/ Sleep to the menu - see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 9). Shut Down, Restart or Sleep 1. 2. 3. Go to the Charms Bar and click Settings. Click Power . Select Sleep, Shut Down or Restart.
1 Quick Start Guide Running Metro UI Apps To run apps in the Metro UI in Windows 8 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control Settings are compatible with the system requirements. Screen Resolution Settings 1. 2. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination). Right-click a blank area of the Windows Desktop and select Screen Resolution.
Quick Start Guide User Account Control Settings If your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can't run Metro apps, then that you have to check the status of User Account Control (UAC). Metro apps may fail to open when the UAC is turned off. To check whether the UAC is on or off, follow the instructions below. 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the Control Panel.
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Features & Components Chapter 2: Features & Components 2 Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer: • • • • • Hard Disk Drive Optical (CD/DVD) Device Multi-in-1 Card Reader ExpressCard Slot Audio Features Overview 2 - 1
Features & Components 2 Power Safety Before attempting to access any of the internal components of your computer please ensure that the machine is not connected to the AC power, and that the machine is turned off. Also ensure that all peripheral cables, including phone lines, are disconnected from the computer. Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate two other 2.5"serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.
Features & Components Optical (CD/DVD) Device There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual device will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on page C - 3). The optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 12).
Features & Components 2 Handling CDs or DVDs CD Emergency Eject If you need to manually eject a CD (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption) you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole. However please do NOT use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become lodged in the hole. Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be accessed.
Features & Components DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes: 1. 2. 3. Go to the Control Panel Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code.
Features & Components 2 Card Reader Cover Make sure you keep the cover in the card reader when not in use. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the card reader. Multi-in-1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk (s).
Features & Components ExpressCard Slot The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34/54 slot that reads Express Card/ 34 and ExpressCard/54 formats. ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA (PC Cards). ExpressCard/54 is used for applications which require a larger interface slot, e.g. CompactFlash card reader. The number denotes the card width; 54mm for the Express Card/54 and 34mm for the ExpressCard/34. Make sure you install the Card Reader driver (see “ExpressCard/Card Reader” on page 4 - 7).
Features & Components 2 Volume Adjustment The sound volume level can be set using the volume control in the Settings menu in the Charms Bar. Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar notification area/control panel of the Desktop app (right-click the taskbar notification area icon to bring up an audio menu).
Features & Components Setup for Audio Recording 2 To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instructions below: 1. 2. 3. 4. Go to the Control Panel. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (Hardware and Sound), or right-click the taskbar icon and select Sound Manager. Click Microphone Effects (tab) in Microphone (tab), and then click to select Noise Suppression (button), or adjust the Recording Volume level to around 60, to obtain the optimum recording quality.
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Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management Overview To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power management conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.
Power Management AC/DC Adapter Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ DC adapter will damage the computer and its components. 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 3 - 2 AC/DC Adapter Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack located under the LCD. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Adjust the LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.
Power Management Turning On the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the power button on the front panel. 3 When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down). Use Power Options (Hardware and Sound) in the Windows control panel to configure this feature.
Power Management 3 Resuming Operation See Table 3 - 1, on page 3 - 10 for information on how to resume from a power-saving state. Password It is recommended that you enable a password on system resume in order to protect your data. Figure 3 - 2 Power Plan Advanced Settings 3 - 4 Power Plans Power Plans The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one.
Power Management Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance. 3 Choose High performance (you may need to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan) for maximum performance. Choose the Power saver (bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save power) for maximum power saving when required.
Power Management 3 Wake On LAN Support (Windows 8) Wake-On-LAN is only supported from Sleep or Hibernate states in Windows 8. If you require your computer to wake up from network activity in Windows 8 then make sure that the computer is either in Sleep or Hibernate. Power-Saving States You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where you left off. Win 8 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving states.
Power Management Hibernate Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost. Hibernate will also return you to where you last left off within seconds.
Power Management 3 Password Protection It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data. Configuring the Power Buttons The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Sleep or Hibernate. In Sleep, the LED will blink green. In Hibernate the LED will be orange. If only the display is turned off, the LED will remain green. Click Choose what the power buttons do on the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.
Power Management Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel (see page 1 - 29). Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” . Click Choose what the power buttons do. Click to put a tick in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings. Click Save Changes and close the control panel.
Power Management Resuming Operation You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button, or in some cases pressing the sleep button (see your keyboard documentation).
Power Management Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Windows 8 interfaces/apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Log off, Change a password and Task Manager options. If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu appears to display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.
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Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available operating systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities. Thus, some of the system components won’t be auto-configured with an appropriate driver or utility during operating system installation.
Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation (Windows 8) 1. 2. 3. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the computer’s DVD drive. Click the message “Tap to choose what happens with this disc.” Click Run autorun.exe. 4 Driver Installation If you miss the message above you can eject the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and then reinsert it.
Drivers & Utilities Follow the instructions to install the driver. Alternatively click Start, navigate (Browse..) to the executable file and then follow the manual setup instructions. Note: If you need to reinstall any driver, you should uninstall the driver first. 4 Figure 4 - 2 - Drivers Installer Screens See Figure 4 - 3 on page 4 - 9 for the optional driver installer screen.
Drivers & Utilities Windows 8 Driver 4 Page # Windows 8 Driver Page # Chipset Page 4 - 7 PC Camera Module (Windows 8) - No driver is required for Windows 8 Video Page 4 - 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 8) Page 7 - 9 LAN Page 4 - 7 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 8) Page 7 - 17 ExpressCard/Card Reader Page 4 - 7 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Page 7 - 23 On Screen Display Page 4 - 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Page 7 - 24 MEI Driver Page 4 - 7 Intel® Smart Connect T
Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the appropriate driver folder. Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Windows Update in order to get all the latest security updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft). See “Windows Update” on page 4 8 for instructions.
Drivers & Utilities 4 User Account Control New Hardware Found If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure, click Continue or Allow, and follow the installation procedure as directed. If you see the message “New Hardware Found” during the installation procedure (other than when outlined in the driver install procedure), click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation procedure.
Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into your DVD drive and click Install Drivers (button). On Screen Display 1. Click 5.Install OSD Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Next. 3. Click Finish > Finish to restart the computer. Chipset 1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. MEI Driver 1. Click 6.Install MEI Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Yes > Next. 3.
Drivers & Utilities (see overleaf) Windows Experience Index 4 After the drivers are installed follow this procedure to ensure an accurate rating from the Windows Experience Index: 1. Go to the Control Panel. 2. Click Performance Information and Tools (System and Security > System > Check the Windows Experience Index). 3. Click “Rate this computer”. 4. The computer will take a few minutes to assess the system performance. 5. Close the control panel.
Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules included in your purchase option. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Option Drivers (button) to access the optional driver menu.
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BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Overview This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes to the system (e.g. hard disk setup), then you should review this chapter first and note the original settings found in Setup. Even if you are a beginner, keep a record of the settings you find and any changes you make. This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing.
BIOS Utilities BIOS Settings Warning 5 Incorrect settings can cause your system to malfunction. To correct mistakes, return to Setup and restore the Previous Values with , or Optimized Defaults with . UEFI Boot & POST When UEFI Boot is enabled, then the prompts to press F2 or F7 will not appear. However you can still press F2 to enter the setup, or F7 to choose the preferred boot device, if you press the key immediately the system boots up.
BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “nonfatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized distributor/supplier as soon as possible. Non-Fatal Errors This kind of error still allows you to boot.
BIOS Utilities Setup Menus 5 The Setup menus shown in this section are for reference only. Your computer’s menus will indicate the configuration appropriate for your model and options. Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make changes to Setup.
BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu System Time & Date (Main Menu) The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings. Some applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes.
BIOS Utilities SATA Port # (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/ HDD on the computer’s SATA Ports. System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable. The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed. 5 MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision This item contains information on the BIOS version etc., and is not user configurable.
BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu 5 Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to adjust the Bluetooth Power Setting.
BIOS Utilities Bluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) You can adjust the Bluetooth module power setting to your preference. The default setting (Disabled) will see the Bluetooth module powered off when the system is started up or restarted. Enabling the power setting will have the module retain the last power status (on or off) before any restart or shut down.
BIOS Utilities SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu) You can configure SATA (Serial ATA) control to operate in IDE (native/compatible), AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) modes from this menu. The SATA Mode should be set BEFORE installing an operating system, and after you have backed up all necessary files and data (see sidebar). Boot Logo (Advanced Menu) Use this menu item to enable/disable the Boot Logo screen at system startup.
BIOS Utilities Security Menu Security Menu 5 The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself, and also access to your machine as it boots up after you turn it on. These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your software OS. Figure 5 - 4 Security Menu Password on boot (Security Menu) Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer (you may only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled).
BIOS Utilities Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) You can set a password for access to the Aptio Setup Utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS (only the Aptio Setup Utility). If you set a supervisor password you can then add a user password. Set User Password (Security Menu) You can set a password for user mode access to the Aptio Setup Utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Setup utility) unless you choose to set a Password on Boot (see below).
BIOS Utilities Boot Menu BIOS Settings Warning 5 Incorrect settings can cause your system to malfunction. To correct mistakes, return to Setup and restore the Previous Values with , or Optimized Defaults with . UEFI Boot & POST When UEFI Boot is enabled, then the prompts to press F2 or F7 will not appear. However you can still press F2 to enter the setup, or F7 to choose the preferred boot device, if you press the key immediately the system boots up.
BIOS Utilities Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) Use the arrow keys to move up and down the menu, and press Enter to select a device from the Boot Option # list. You can go to either CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities, Hard Drive BBS Priorities or Network Device BBS Priorities and press Enter to select a device (the selected device will be highlighted in white). OS Select (Boot Menu) This item tells allows you to set the operating system you intend to use.
BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 5 Exit Menu 5 BIOS Screens Note that the BIOS screens pictured on these pages are intended for guidance in setting up your system’s BIOS. BIOS versions are subject to constant change and revision, therefore your computer’s actual screens may appear slightly different from those pictured on these pages. 5 - 14 Exit Menu Click Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made.
Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps outlined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can contact your service representative for further help.
Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade Power Safety Warning 6 Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals and cables (including telephone lines and power cord). These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replacing parts.
Upgrading The Computer Removing the Rear Top Cover Before undertaking any upgrade procedure it is necessary to remove the rear top cover to access the components. 1. 2. 3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all cables and peripherals. Carefully place the computer flat with the LCD facing down (make sure you cover the LCD to avoid scratches) so that you may access the rear cover. Remove screws 1 - 4 .
Upgrading The Computer 4. Slide the rear top cover until the arrow is aligned with the unlock icon 5 .
Upgrading The Computer 5. When the arrow is aligned with the unlock icon you can remove the rear top cover 6 .
Upgrading The Computer HDD System Warning 6 New HDD’s are blank. Before you begin make sure: You have backed up any data you want to keep from your old HDD. You have all the CD-ROMs and FDDs required to install your operating system and programs. If you have access to the internet, download the latest application and hardware driver updates for the operating system you plan to install. Copy these to a removable medium.
Upgrading The Computer 3. Slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow 4 , and then slide it in the direction of arrow 5 to remove it. 5 Figure 6 - 5 4 Hard Disk Assembly Removal 6 4. Remove the adhesive hard disk cover 6 . 6 Figure 6 - 6 Hard Disk Cover Removal 5. Reverse the process to install a new hard disk.
Upgrading The Computer Contact Warning 6 Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module’s connecting edge. Even the cleanest hands have oils which can attract particles, and degrade the module’s performance. Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SODIMM) DDRIII (DDR3) type memory modules (see “Memory” on page C - 2 for details of supported module types).
Upgrading The Computer 3. Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the arrows ( 2 & 2 ) in Figure 6 - 8. 2 3 Figure 6 - 8 RAM Module Release 6 2 4. 5. 3 The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.
Upgrading The Computer 6. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory socket (see sidebar note if you are inserting a single module). Figure 6 - 9 RAM Module Removal 6 Single Memory Module Installation If your computer has a single memory module, then insert the module into the Channel 0 (JDIMM1) socket. In this case this is the upper memory socket (the socket furthest from the mainboard). 7.
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a faster/new one you will need to contact your customer service representative. We recommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incorrectly you may damage the processor or mainboard. Warranty The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing the CPU in any way, may violate your warranty. Unauthorized tampering with the HDD may also violate your warranty.
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Modules & Options Chapter 7: Modules & Options Overview This chapter contains information on the following modules, which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please contact your service representative.
Modules & Options PC Camera Module (Windows 8) When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated in red (see 2 Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 - 6). Note that you need to use the Camera app in Windows 8 to take pictures and capture video. No camera driver installation. is required for Windows 8. See “PC Camera Module (Windows 7)” on page D - 27 for Windows 7 configuration information.
Modules & Options PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Go to the Control Panel. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound) and click Recording (tab). Right-click, hold and release Microphone (Realtek High Definition Audio) and make sure the item is not disabled. Double-click Microphone (or select Properties from the right-click menu).
Modules & Options Metro UI Camera App 1. 2. Run the Camera app from the Metro UI by clicking on the Camera app icon The camera interface is a translucent app bar with three buttons. Figure 7 - 2 Camera App Bar • Camera options:.
Modules & Options You can also click on More to adjust Brightness, Contrast and Flicker (if you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting here). Figure 7 - 4 More Camera Options 7 • Timer: This button will start a three second countdown before the system takes a still photo or video recording starts. • Video Mode: This button toggles between still photo mode (transparent button ) and video recording mode (highlighted white button ).
Modules & Options Taking Pictures/Capturing Video 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Run the Camera app from the Metro UI by clicking on the Camera app icon . Click to select the timer if you require a countdown before capture. Click to select either photo or video modes. Click in the main window to take a picture or start video capture (if video capture begins a timer will appear in the bottom right corner of the screen). To stop video capture click the main window again.
Modules & Options 7. 8. 9. A scroll arrow will appear on the left side of the screen after any pictures/videos have been captured. Click the arrows (on either side of the screen) to browse through the captured photos/video, and back to the Camera app. Clicking on a captured photo will bring up an app bar with Crop and Delete buttons. Figure 7 - 6 Crop & Delete Buttons (for Still Photos) 10. Use the handles to Crop any captured picture, and click OK to save the changes made. 11.
Modules & Options Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties). If necessary you can remove the recorded video file to a removable medium e.g. CD, DVD or USB Flash drive.
Modules & Options Wireless LAN Module (Windows 8) If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party module in your purchase option see the following pages for driver installation and configuration information or see “Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7)” on page D - 35 for Windows 7 configuration information. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4. Note that you need to install both the WLAN & Bluetooth drivers for the WLAN & Bluetooth Combo modules.
Modules & Options 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4. Click 1.Install WLAN Driver > Yes. 5. Choose the language you prefer and click Next. 6. Click Next. 7. Click Finish to restart the computer. 7 Note: The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in Windows 8 (see page 7 - 12).
Modules & Options Intel® WLAN Driver Installation 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4. Click 1.Install WLAN Driver > Yes. 5. Click Next > Next. 6. Click the button to accept the license and click/tap Next. 7. Click Typical > Install. 8. Click Finish.
Modules & Options WLAN Configuration in Windows 8 You can configure a wireless connection using one of the following options before configuration begins. Charms Bar 1. 2. 3. Go to the Charms Bar. Select Settings and then click/tap the WiFi icon (it should read Available under the icon). A list of available access points will appear.
Modules & Options 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not. When you are connected to the network access point it will display the Connected icon . Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a connected access point.
Modules & Options Desktop Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the wireless icon in the notification area of the taskbar. A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not.
Modules & Options Control Panel If you are in Category View do the following (see over for Icon View): 1. 2. 3. Open the Control Panel. Click the Network and Internet control panel. Click Connect to a network. Figure 7 - 11 Network and Internet Control Panel 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next.
Modules & Options If you are in Icon View do the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the Control Panel. Click Network and Sharing Center. Click Change Adapter Settings. Double-click Wi-Fi. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not.
Modules & Options Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 8) If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth module (either Intel® or 3rd Party) then install the driver as instructed overleaf. See “Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 7)” on page D - 54 for Windows 7 configuration information.
Modules & Options 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 7 The Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth module supports high speed data transfer. However to achieve such transfer speeds, both devices must support high speed data transfer. To obtain high speed data transfer make sure that both the WLAN and Bluetooth modules are powered on. Note this driver is required for the 3rd Party combo Bluetooth and WLAN module (Bluetooth V4.0) only. 1.
Modules & Options Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation Note this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4. Click 2.Install Combo BT Driver > Yes. 5. Click Next > Next. 6. Click the button to accept the license and click Next. 7. Click Next > Finish. 8.
Modules & Options Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 8 You can configure a Bluetooth connection as below. Desktop Mode 1. 2. \ 3. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the App or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the notification area of the taskbar and double-click the Bluetooth icon click and select Show Bluetooth Devices). The Devices item in PC Settings will appear. OR Charms Bar 1. 2. 3. 7 Go to the Charms Bar. Select Settings and then click/tap Change PC Settings.
Modules & Options 4. 5. Click Add a Device. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer. Figure 7 - 14 PC Settings (Devices) - Add A Device) 6. 7 On first connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device. Figure 7 - 15 Enter the Passcode 7. Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and click Yes on the computer to complete the pairing.
Modules & Options To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices 1. 2. 3. 4. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click/tap the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination). Click the notification area of the taskbar, click/tap the Bluetooth icon and click Open Settings. Click Options, and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box (Discovery) has a tick inside it.
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology to support your SATA drive if set up in AHCI mode in the BIOS (see “SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 9). IRST Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 3.Install IRST Driver > Yes. 4. Click (click the box to Install Intel® Control Center) to Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5.
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. System Requirements to support Intel® Rapid Start Technology: • Rapid Start Technology should be enabled in the BIOS (see ““Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 8). • Intel Rapid Storage Technology software installed. • A Solid State Drive (SSD) with a minimum capacity of 18.
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration 1. 2. 3. Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from the BIOS (see “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 8). Go the Windows Control Panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management Right-click the SSD and select Shrink Volume from the menu.
Modules & Options 4. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB”. 5. Click Shrink (any unallocated file space may be formatted for storage use). Figure 7 - 18 Shrink Volume Size 7 Memory Size (Amount of Space to Shrink) The figure entered in the “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB” field above should be equal to the amount of system memory in your computer.
Modules & Options 6. Run the Desktop app and right-click the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) and select Command Prompt (Admin). Figure 7 - 19 Search for CMD Prompt 7 7. 8. Type “DISKPART”. At the DISKPART command type “list disk”.
Modules & Options 9. Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to the results obtained from "list disk" for exact disk number). 10. The message “Disk # is now the selected disk.” will appear. Figure 7 - 21 Diskpart - Select Disk # 7 Figure 7 - 22 11. Type “create partition primary”. 12. A “DiskPart succeeded in creating the specified partition.” message should appear.
Modules & Options 13. Type “detail disk”. Figure 7 - 23 Diskpart - Detail Disk 14. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from "detail disk" for the exact volume number). 15. The message “Volume # is now the selected volume.” will appear.
Modules & Options 16. Type “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84). Figure 7 - 25 Diskpart - Set id=84 Override 17. The message “DiskPart successfully set the partition ID.” will appear. 18. Close the CMD window. 19. Go the Windows Control Panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management. 20. The disk partition should read Healthy Hibernation Partition.
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install Rapid Start Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Modules & Options Intel® Smart Connect Technology System Requirements Note that in order to support Intel® Smart Connect Technology your system will need to have the item enabled in the BIOS (see page 5 - 8).
Modules & Options Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration 1. 2. 3. Access the Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology application from the Start menu. Click Basic (tab) and adjust the slider to set the update frequency (note that the slider balances between “More Frequent Updates” and “More Battery Life”). In order to update any applications, they will need to be on and running when the computer enters Sleep mode.
Modules & Options 4. 5. Click Advanced (tab) to access the Extended Power Savings settings. Extended Power Savings allows you to set a time period during which the computer will update less often (e.g. at night while you are asleep or whenever you are at work). 6. Updates set during this time period will be performed every two hours, and this will override the settings selected in the Basic tab in order to conserve power consumption.
Modules & Options 7. Click the Help tab and click Topics to access the main Help menu. Intel WLAN Modules If your purchase option includes an Intel WLAN module, (with Intel’s PROSet Wireless Connection Utility installed), Intel® Smart Connect Technology will search for WiFi networks around you that you have previously accessed. If no known WiFi networks are found, your computer will not update again until it recognizes a known WiFi network.
Modules & Options Intel Smart Connect & Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology wakes the computer from Sleep mode in order to update application information. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology sends the computer into Hibernate mode and skips the Sleep mode.
Modules & Options 2. 3. Disable Intel Rapid Start Technology by clicking the Off button, and clicking Save. OR Click Timer to make sure it is on, and adjust the slider to select a time to delay entering Rapid Start from running, and click Save.
Modules & Options Compatible Adapters For a list of compatible display and audio adapters check the Intel website, or your distributor/ supplier. 7 Intel® Wireless Display Application The Intel® Wireless Display Application (requires Intel® Centrino WLAN/ Combo module), in conjunction with a compatible video adapter (purchased separately), allows you to display the contents of the notebook display on another display (e.g. HDTV) without the need to have cables stretching across a room.
Modules & Options Intel® WiDi Application Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 6.Install WiDi AP > Yes. 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click/tap Next. 6. Click Finish.
Modules & Options Intel® WiDi Application Configuration 1. 2. 3. 7 Double-click the Intel(R) Wireless Display icon on the desktop. Click I agree to the terms of this license (button). The application will scan for any connected compatible adapters (or you can click/ tap the Scan for available adapters button to enable Intel My WiFi Technology).
Modules & Options 4. 5. 6. Click to select any detected adapters, and click Connect. The system will then prompt you to enter the 4-digit security code which will be displayed on the external TV Screen (or press the connect button on the wireless speaker adapter). Enter the code for the video adapter and click Continue.
Modules & Options 7. 8. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the video adapter and click/tap Continue. Click Finished to complete the setup.
Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.
Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer appears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, make sure it is actually working. Check the LED Power & Communication Indicators (see “LED Indicators & Buttons” on page 1 - 9) to see the computer’s power status.
Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wallet. • Run maintenance programs on your hard disk and OS as often as you can. You may schedule these programs to run at times when you are not using your computer.
Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the definitions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet. • Be careful when opening e-mail from sources you don’t know.
Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing. • Read the documentation.
Troubleshooting • Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or more system components, or software programs. If possible, go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still occurs. • Don’t over complicate things.
Troubleshooting Problems & Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too hot. Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not blocked. If this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface. Make sure you’re using the correct adapter. Nothing screen. The system is in a power saving mode.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The DVD-ROM cannot be read. The DVD-ROM is dirty. Clean it with a DVD-ROM cleaner kit. The Optical Disk Drive tray will not open when there is a disc in the tray. The compact disc is not correctly placed in the tray. Gently try to remove the disc using the eject hole (see “Loading Discs” on page 2 - 3). The DVD regional codes can no longer be changed. The code has been changed the maximum 5 times. See “DVD Regional Codes” on page 2 - 5.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth/PC Camera modules cannot be configured. The driver(s) for the module(s) have not been installed. Make sure you have installed the driver for the appropriate module See the instructions in Chapter 7 “Modules & Options” for the appropriate module (no driver is required for the PC Camera module in Windows 8) in Windows 8, or Appendix D. A file cannot be copied to/from a connected Bluetooth device.
Troubleshooting 8 8 - 10 Problems & Possible Solutions
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Computer Ports and Jacks A Item Description Card Reader Port The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device. DC-In Jack Plug the supplied AC/DC adapter into this jack to power your computer. e-SATA Port This e-SATA (external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) port allows you to plug-in external Serial ATA hard drives.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description RS-232 COM/Serial Ports The RS-232 COM/serial is a communication interface for data transfer, through which information transfers in or out one bit at a time. These ports can be used to connect the computer to devices such as terminals and peripherals. Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be purchased at any computer store. USB 2.0/1.1 Ports These USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) A A - 4
Intel Video Driver Controls Appendix B: Intel Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on page 1 - 26. DVMT Notes Intel Video Driver Installation Make sure you install all the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4. Video 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click 2.Install VGA Driver > Yes. 3. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next. 4. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Intel Video Driver Controls Intel® Graphics & Media Control Panel Advanced video configuration options are provided by the Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel. To access the control panel see below and overleaf: 1. Click the Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel icon in the Start screen.
Intel Video Driver Controls OR 2. Right-click the Desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu. OR 3. 4. 5. Click Advanced settings in the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button). Double-click the Intel(R) G&M control panel in the Windows Control Panel.
Intel Video Driver Controls You may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriate menu tab on the left of the menu and adjusting the settings on the right. Options & Support Click Options & Support and select an item from the sub-menu to bring up the help and support topics. You will need to be connected to the Internet to access the key resource links. Multiple Display B At least one other display must be attached in order to view multiple display selection options.
Intel Video Driver Controls Display Devices & Options Besides the built-in LCD you can also use an external monitor/flat panel display/TV connected to the external monitor port as your display device. The table below outlines the display options. Default Display Mode Attaching Displays The initial default display mode when first attaching an external display is set to Extended Desktop Mode. When you first attach an external display you may find that the desktop does not occupy the full screen area.
Intel Video Driver Controls Multiple Display At least one other display must be attached in order to view Multiple Display selection options. General Settings Click/tap General Settings to access settings the options for any attached display. B Figure B - 4 Display > Multiple Displays (Clone) Attaching Other Displays If you prefer to use an external display, connect it to the external monitor port. To Clone Displays: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on.
Intel Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop: 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) G&M control panel and click Display > Multiple Displays. Click Operating Mode and select Extended Desktop from the menu. Click Apply, and OK to confirm the settings change. Click the appropriate monitor icon and drag it to match the physical arrangement you wish to use (e.g. the secondary display may be extended left/right/above/below the primary display).
Intel Video Driver Controls Windows Logo Key + P Key Combination To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar) 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go the Charms Bar and select Devices. Click Second Screen. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select Duplicate, Extend or a Single display. You can also use the + P key combination to quickly access the Second Screen menu in Windows 8.
Intel Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display in Windows 8 You can also use the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows 8 to configure an external display. 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see “Video Features” on page 1 19). Click the Detect button. The computer will then detect any attached displays.
Intel Video Driver Controls 5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure B - 8 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options B • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) • Extend these displays - Treats both connected displays as separate devices • Show desktop only on 1/2 - Only one of your displays is used.
Specifications Appendix C: Specifications Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your distributor/supplier for details.
Specifications Processor Intel® Core i7-3612QM (2.10GHz) Quad-Core Mobile Processor 6M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W Intel® Core i7-3520M (2.9GHz) Mobile Processor 4M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W Intel® Core i5-3360M (2.8GHz) Mobile Processor 3M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W Intel® Core i5-3320M (2.6GHz) Mobile Processor 3M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W C Intel® Core i5-3210M (2.
Specifications Core Logic Video Adapter Audio Mobile Intel® HM76 Express Chipset Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel® HD Graphics / Intel® HD Graphics 3000 / Intel® HD Graphics 4000): Dynamic Frequency Intel® DVMT Shared Memory Architecture up to 1748MB High Definition Audio Built-In Microphone 2 Built-In Speakers Display 19"(48.
Specifications Card Reader Embedded Multi-In-1 Card Reader - MMC/ RS MMC - SD/ Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC - MS/ MS Pro/ MS Duo Note: Some of these cards require PC adapters that are usually supplied with the cards. Slots ExpressCard/34/54 Slot Two Mini Card Slots Slot 1 for Half Size WLAN Combo Module with PCIe and USB Interface Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 2*2 (802.11 b/g/n) Half Mini-Card PCIe WLAN + Bluetooth V4.0+HS Combo Module (Factory Option) Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 135 1*1 (802.
Specifications LED Indicators Power / Suspend, HDD/ODD, PC Camera Environmental Spec Temperature Operating: 5°C - 35°C Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Relative Humidity Operating: 20% - 80% Non-Operating: 10% - 90% Physical Dimensions & Weight 450mm (w) * 312mm (d) * 53.5 - 151mm (h) Model A: 6.7Kg with ODD 7.1Kg with ODD and Hard Glass Screen Model B: 7.
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Windows 7 Appendix D: Windows 7 Overview This Appendix contains information (including control panel information, driver installation etc.) for users of the Windows 7 OS. You can refer to the main manual for details of hardware, BIOS, modules etc. However any information specific to Windows 7 will be included in this Appendix, as well as details on how to access the applications and control panels etc.
Windows 7 Forced Off If the system “hangs”, and the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t work, press the power button for 4 seconds, or longer, to force the system to turn itself off. Power Button as Stand by or Hibernate Button Windows 7 You can use the OS’s “Power Options” control panel to set the power button to send the system into Stand by or Hibernate mode (see your OS’s documentation, or “Configuring the Power Buttons” on page 3 - 8 for details).
Windows 7 LED Indicators & Buttons The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. The buttons located under the front panel icons allow you to make screen and input adjustments.
Windows 7 On Screen Display Indicators/Buttons Press the function menu button for about two seconds to bring up the On Screen Display. The OSD provides visual indicators for brightness, volume, camera power toggle and WLAN/Bluetooth power toggle (the camera, WLAN and Bluetooth power indicators will only display if the modules are included in your purchase configuration) when the OSD driver is installed (see page “On Screen Display” on page D - 24).
Windows 7 Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 7 are accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop. Right-click the Start menu icon , and then select Properties to customize the appearance of the Start menu.
Windows 7 Video Features You can configure display options from the Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 7. For more detailed video information see Appendix B. To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: 1. 2. 3. Click Start and click Control Panel. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category. Click Adjust Screen Resolution/Adjust resolution. Right-Click Desktop 1. 1 2.
Windows 7 To access the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile control panel: 1. 2. Click Advanced settings 3 (Figure D - 3 on page D - 6) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) 4 (Figure D - 4 on page D - 7) . OR 3. Right-click (tap, hold and release) and select Graphics Properties from the menu. OR 4. Click the icon in the taskbar and select Graphics Properties from the menu.
Windows 7 Configuring an External Display in Windows 7 You can also use the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows 7 to configure an external display. 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see “Video Features” on page D - 6). Click the Detect button. The computer will then detect any attached displays.
Windows 7 5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s). • Extend these displays - Treats both connected displays as separate devices. • Show desktop only on 1/2 - Only one of your displays is used.
Windows 7 Using the Windows Logo Key + P Key Combination to Switch Displays You can also use the + P key combination to quickly change display configuration and modes (this is particularly useful when attaching a projector) in Windows 7. 1. 2. 3. 4. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. + P key combination. Press the An on-screen menu will pop up. + P) to select the appropriate configuration from the menu, and press Enter to Use the cursor keys (or confirm the selection.
Windows 7 Power Options The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows allows you to configure power management features for your computer. You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the options for the power button, sleep button, display and sleep mode from the left menu. Note that the power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance.
Windows 7 Password It is recommended that you enable a password on system resume in order to protect your data. Windows 7 Figure D - 9 Power Plan Advanced Settings D - 12 Power Options Power Plans The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one. The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
Windows 7 Adding Hibernate Shut Down Menu in Windows 7 Hibernate mode will not appear in the Shut Down menu by default. If you want to add Hibernate mode to the Shut Down menu do so as follows. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel. Click Change plan settings for the currently active power plan. Click Change advanced power settings. Click Sleep. Click the plus sign next to Allow hybrid sleep. Change the setting to Off. Click Apply and close the control panel.
Windows 7 Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set using the volume control within Windows (and the volume function keys on the computer). Click the volume icon in the notification area to check the setting. Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the notification area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon to bring up an audio menu).
Windows 7 Setup for Audio Recording To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instructions below: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel) and make sure you are in Classic View. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the taskbar icon and select Sound Manager).
Windows 7 Tablet PC Input Options for Touch Screen Tablet PC settings (for touch screen input) may be customized from the Tablet PC Settings in Windows 7. 1. 2. To access the control panel click Start, and then click Control Panel. The Tablet PC Settings and Pen and Touch control panel are in the Hardware and Sound category.
Windows 7 3. 4. Click Tablet PC Settings and click Other. Click Go to Input Panel Settings (in Tablet PC Input Panel Options) to configure where and how the Tablet PC Input Panel appears.
Windows 7 5. Click Go to Pen and Touch (in Tablet PC Input Panel Options) to configure the Pen Options, flicks and handwriting etc. Figure D - 15 - Pen and Touch Settings 6. When not in use the Tablet PC Input Panel docks at the side of the screen (and may be docked at either side of the screen at any height) with just a small portion visible.
Windows 7 7. 8. 9. Move the pen over the TIC and then tap it to activate it. The input panel allows you to input text without the use of a keyboard. You can use the writing pad (write continuously), character pad (write one character at a time) or touch keyboard to input text. Use Help topics from the Tools menu for further information.
Windows 7 Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive and click Install Drivers/Option Drivers (button). Follow the instructions to install the driver. Alternatively click Start, navigate (Browse..) to the executable file and then follow the manual setup instructions. 1. 2. 3.
Windows 7 Win 7 SP1/Win 8 Driver Page # Win 7 SP1/Win 8 Driver Page # Chipset Page D - 24 PC Camera Module (Windows 7) (Not required for Windows 8) Page D - 27 Video Page D - 24 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) Page D - 35 LAN Page D - 24 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 7) Page D - 54 ExpressCard/Card Reader Page D - 24 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Page D - 65 On Screen Display Page D - 24 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Page D - 66 USB 3.
Windows 7 Manual Driver Installation Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the appropriate driver folder. Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Windows Update in order to get all the latest security updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft). See “Windows 7 Update” on page D - 25 for instructions.
Windows 7 User Account Control New Hardware Found If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure, click Continue or Allow, and follow the installation procedure as directed. If you see the message “New Hardware Found” during the installation procedure (other than when outlined in the driver install procedure), click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation procedure.
Windows 7 Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into your DVD drive and click Install Drivers (button). Chipset 1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. Video 1. Click 2.Install VGA Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. Windows 7 LAN 1. Click 3.Install LAN Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Install > Finish. 3.
Windows 7 Audio 1. Click 8.Install Audio Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. Note that after installing the audio driver the system will not return to the Drivers Installer screen. To install any of the optional drivers listed overleaf, eject the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and then reinsert it (or double-click the disc icon in My Computer), and click Option Drivers (button) to access the optional driver menu. Windows Experience Index 1.
Windows 7 Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table D - 4, on page D - 21 for the driver installation procedures for any modules included in your purchase option. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Option Drivers (button) to access the optional driver menu.
Windows 7 PC Camera Module (Windows 7) Before installing the Windows 7 PC Camera driver, make sure the PC Camera is on. Use the On Screen Display button (see page D - 4) to toggle power to the PC Camera module. When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated in red (see 2 Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 - 6). Install the camera driver as indicated overleaf and install all the drivers in the order indicated in Table D - 4, on page D - 21.
Windows 7 PC Camera Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Make sure the camera module is on before beginning the installation process (use the On Screen Display to toggle power to the camera module - see page D - 4). 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4. Click 1.Install Webcam Driver > Yes. 5. Click Finish to restart the computer. OR Click Next > Finish. 6.
Windows 7 PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound). Click Recording (tab). Right-click Microphone (Realtek High Definition Audio) and make sure the item is not disabled. Double-click Microphone (or select Properties from the right-click menu).
Windows 7 Right-click Windows 7 Figure D - 21 - Audio Setup for PC Camera D - 30 PC Camera Module (Windows 7)
Windows 7 Camera Application The camera application is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and testing, and for capturing video files to .avi format. 1. 2. 3. Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut (it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture process - see below). Go to the Capture menu heading (if you wish to capture audio check “PC Camera Audio Setup” on page D 29) and select Start Capture.
Windows 7 Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties). If necessary you can remove the recorded video file to a removable medium e.g. CD, DVD or USB Flash drive.
Windows 7 Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options. 1. 2. 3. Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. Go to Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter.... Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Powerline Frequency (Anti Flicker).
Windows 7 Snapshot Folder The Snapshot folder’s default location is on the desktop. Do not move this folder or an error may appear when you try to take a still picture. Taking Still Pictures The camera application allows you to take still pictures. 1. Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. 2. Go to Options and select Take Picture. 3. The picture (in JPEG format) will be placed in the Snapshot folder desktop.
Windows 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party module in your purchase option use the On Screen Display button (see page D - 4) to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module, and make sure that the module is on before installing the driver. See “Wireless LAN Module (Windows 8)” on page 7 - 8 for Windows 8 configuration information. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table D - 4, on page D - 21.
Windows 7 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 1. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 2.Install WLAN Driver > Yes. 4. Choose the language you prefer and click Next. 5. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Windows 7 Intel® WLAN Driver Installation For a standard Intel® WLAN driver installation and configuration choose the Typical Installation below and use the Windows OS for Wireless LAN control (see overleaf). If you want to use Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility as your WLAN interface, and/or add Intel® MyWifi Technology (Personal Area Network) see overleaf. Typical Installation: 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2.
Windows 7 Custom Installation (for Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility): Intel® My WiFi If you want to install Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) to transform your system into a Wi-Fi Personal Area Network see “Intel® My WiFi Configuration” on page 8 - 23. Windows 7 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3.
Windows 7 Figure D - 23 Install Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility Windows 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 39
Windows 7 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7 Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on. 1. Click the taskbar wireless icon , and then double-click an access point to connect to or click to Open Network and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the taskbar menu (a list of options will appear allowing setting changes, and creating a new network).
Windows 7 2. 3. 4. You may need to enter a security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect. Click to select a network location (e.g. Home, Work or Public). Click “View or change settings in Network and Sharing Center” to access further options for the connection.
Windows 7 5. 6. Click the taskbar icon to see any currently connected networks. To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon and then click Disconnect (button). Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a secure network. Connecting to unsecure networks may allow unauthorized access to your computer, documents, websites and files etc.
Windows 7 Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Intel® PROSet Wireless (For Intel® WLAN Modules Only) 1. 2. 3. Make sure the Wireless LAN module is on. Access the Intel® WiFi Connection Utility from the Start menu (Start > All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > WiFi Connection Utility). Click to select a network from the found list WiFi network access points, or click Refresh to update the list.
Windows 7 4. 5. Click Connect to connect to the select WiFi network access point. If the access point is encrypted then you will need to enter the password and click OK. Windows 7 Figure D - 28 - Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility (Connecting & Connected) 6. 7. 8. You can turn WiFi On/WiFi Off from the button at the bottom of the Utility. To disconnect, select the connected access point and click Disconnect.
Windows 7 Installing Intel® MyWiFi Technology (for Intel® WLAN Modules Only) If you want to install Intel® MyWifi Technology (Personal Area Network) then follow the procedure outlined here. Note that if you wish to install Intel® MyWiFi you will need to install Microsoft.net Framework 4.0 (or later version) before installing the driver as per the procedure below. To get the Microsoft.net Framework file go to the Microsoft website, search for the file, download it and then install it. 1.
Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Configuration You can configure the My WiFi settings as follows. 1.Make sure the Wireless LAN module is on. 2.Access the Intel® WiFi Connection Utility from the Start menu (Start > All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel(R) My WiFi Dashboard), or click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar (or right-click and select Open Dashboard). 3.
Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Interface Help Wireless ON/OFF Configuration Options & Preferences Figure D - 30 Intel® My WiFi Utility - Interface Your Computer Windows 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 47
Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Help Click the Help icon in the dashboard to bring up the Help menu and select and item from the Contents menu to obtain the help information.
Windows 7 Preferences Click the Options icon and select Preferences to configure the options.
Windows 7 Hotspot You can turn the computer into a hotspot to allow other devices to connect to it (and any locally connected devices), and also (if available) the internet. 1.Click the Hotspot icon to turn the Hotspot on. 2.The Hotspot settings tab shows the SSID and password (you will need to enter this information when accessing the Hotspot from the client computer/device). 3.Click OK to close the Hotspot settings.
Windows 7 Finding Devices You can find any Nearby Devices by clicking the Refresh button in the main window. Click again at any time to update the list. If a lot of devices are found they will be listed on multiple pages and you can use the left or right buttons to turn the pages. Sensitivity The Sensitivity controls displays available devices based on their signal strength and proximity e.g decreasing (-) the sensitivity lists only devices closest to the computer’s location.
Windows 7 Favorite Devices The Favorite Devices tab is where you keep devices to which you connect most often, and this is particularly useful in environments where many devices are listed nearby. A favorite device will display the icon . To make any device a favorite just click to select it and select Add Favorite.
Windows 7 Connect to a Device 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Click the device you want to connect to, and click the connect icon . An invitation will be sent to the target device. The user must then accept the invitation. After the invitation is accepted the connection will be made. Use the Windows Network and Sharing Center to set permissions for viewing and sharing the resources on your computer with another connected computer.
Windows 7 Bluetooth Data Transfer Windows 7 Note that the transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction only (simultaneous data transfer is not supported). Therefore if you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device, you will not be able to copy a file from the Bluetooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process from the computer has been completed.
Windows 7 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation Note this driver is required for the 3rd Party combo Bluetooth and WLAN module (Bluetooth V4.0) only. 1. Before installing the driver make sure the Bluetooth module is powered on (use the On Screen Display button to toggle power to the module), then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive.
Windows 7 Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer The Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth module supports high speed data transfer. However to achieve such transfer speeds, both devices must support high speed data transfer. To obtain high speed data transfer make sure that both the WLAN and Bluetooth modules are powered on. Note this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. 1.
Windows 7 Standard Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7 Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it 1. 2. Turn your Bluetooth device (e.g. PDA, mobile phone etc.) on. Make the device discoverable (to do this check your device documentation). To Turn the Bluetooth Module On 1. Press the On Screen Display button to power on the Bluetooth module. 2. 3. A Bluetooth icon will appear in the taskbar. You can then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel.
Windows 7 To Add a Bluetooth Device 1. 2. Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel and click Add a device. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer. Pairing Options If a device has been previously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when you attempt subsequent connections. You can choose to have the computer create a pairing code for you, use the device’s existing pairing code or you can pair certain devices without using a code.
Windows 7 4. Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and follow any on-screen instructions to complete the pairing. Pairing Codes The example outlined here shows a connection to a mobile device. Other devices e.g. computers, may have a slightly different connection procedure, and may require you to confirm a pairing code is correct on both devices. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing. 5. 6. 7.
Windows 7 To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device 1. 2. • • Click the taskbar icon and select Show Bluetooth Devices. Right-click on the device you want to change and click Properties to: Change the name of the device (click Bluetooth, type a new name and click OK). Enable/Disable a service (click Services, clear/tick the check box next to the service and click OK). To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices 1. 2. 3. Click the taskbar icon and select Open Settings.
Windows 7 Bluetooth Connection Problems If you are experiencing problems connecting to some Bluetooth devices (in particular certain mobile phones and headsets) it maybe necessary to download and install the Windows Mobile Device Center software (for Windows Vista and Windows 7). Go to the Microsoft website and search for the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Windows Vista (64-bit or 32-bit) and Windows 7 (64-bit or 32-bit), and then download the driver. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Windows 7 6. 7. 8. Right-click Bluetooth Peripheral Device and click on Update Driver Software. Click Browse my computer for driver software. Click Let Me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. 9. Figure D - 41 - Browse my computer.../Let me pick from... Select Bluetooth Radios from the list.
Windows 7 10. A list of drivers will appear with Manufacturer on one side and Model in the other. 11. Choose Microsoft Corporation (make sure you choose the full name Microsoft Corporation and do not choose Microsoft - Note that you must have installed the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Microsoft Corporation to appear in the list). 12. Select Windows Mobile-based device support from the Model list.
Windows 7 15. The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile-based device support under Bluetooth Radios. 16. You will need to repeat the process for any other Bluetooth Peripheral Devices listed under Other Devices.
Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology to support your SATA drive if set up in AHCI mode in the BIOS (see “SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 9). IRST Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install IRST Driver > Yes. 4. Click (click the box to Install Intel® Control Center) to Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5.
Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. System Requirements to support Intel® Rapid Start Technology: • Rapid Start Technology should be enabled in the BIOS (see ““Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 8). • Intel Rapid Storage Technology software installed. • A Solid State Drive (SSD) with a minimum capacity of 18.6GB.
Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration 1. 2. 3. Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from the BIOS (see “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 8). Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management Right-click the SSD and select Shrink Volume from the menu.
Windows 7 4. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB”. Figure D - 46 Shrink Volume Size 5. Click Shrink (any unallocated file space may be formatted for storage use). Windows 7 Memory Size (Amount of Space to Shrink) The figure entered in the “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB” field above should be equal to the amount of system memory in your computer.
Windows 7 6. 7. Click the Start menu and type “CMD” in the search box. Click CMD from the found list. Figure D - 47 Search for CMD Prompt 8. 9. Type “DISKPART”. At the DISKPART command type “list disk”.
Windows 7 10.Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to the results obtained from "list disk" for exact disk number). 11.The message “Disk # is now the selected disk.” will appear. Figure D - 49 Diskpart - Select Disk # Windows 7 Figure D - 50 Diskpart - Create Partition 12.Type “create partition primary”. 13.A “DiskPart succeeded in creating the specified partition.” message should appear.
Windows 7 14. Type “detail disk”. Figure D - 51 Diskpart - Detail Disk 15. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from "detail disk" for the exact volume number). 16. The message “Volume # is now the selected volume.” will appear.
Windows 7 17.Type “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84). Figure D - 53 Diskpart - Set id=84 Override 18.The message “DiskPart successfully set the partition ID.” will appear. 19.Close the CMD window. 20.Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management. 21.The disk partition should read Healthy Hibernation Partition.
Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 5.Install Rapid Start Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Windows 7 Intel® Smart Connect Technology System Requirements Note that in order to support Intel® Smart Connect Technology your system will need to have the item enabled in the BIOS (see page 5 - 8).
Windows 7 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration 1. 2. 3. 4. Access the Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology application from the Start menu. Click Basic (tab) and adjust the slider to set the update frequency (note that the slider balances between “More Frequent Updates” and “More Battery Life”). Note the sidebar warning about the use of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology aboard aircraft and make sure your wireless LAN module is off during air travel.
Windows 7 5. Click Advanced (tab) to access the Extended Power Savings settings. 6. Extended Power Savings allows you to set a time period during which the computer will update less often (e.g. at night while you are asleep or whenever you are at work). Figure D - 56 iSCT Advanced Windows 7 7. Updates set during this time period will be performed every two hours, and this will override the settings selected in the Basic tab in order to conserve power consumption.
Windows 7 8. Click the Help tab and click Topics to access the main Help menu. Intel WLAN Modules If your purchase option includes an Intel WLAN module, (with Intel’s PROSet Wireless Connection Utility installed), Intel® Smart Connect Technology will search for WiFi networks around you that you have previously accessed.
Windows 7 Intel Smart Connect & Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology wakes the computer from Sleep mode in order to update application information. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology sends the computer into Hibernate mode and skips the Sleep mode.
Windows 7 Intel® Wireless Display Application (Windows 7) The Intel® Wireless Display Application (requires Intel® Centrino WLAN/ Combo module), in conjunction with a compatible video adapter (purchased separately), allows you to display the contents of the notebook display on another display (e.g. HDTV) without the need to have cables stretching across a room. You can then play games, browse the internet, display videos or photo slide shows on your TV/external display without using HDMI or A/V cables.
Windows 7 Intel® WiDi Application Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 7.Install WiDi AP > Yes. 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next. 6. Click Finish.
Windows 7 Intel® WiDi Application Configuration 1. 2. 3. Click Start > All Programs > Intel Corporation > Intel(R) Wireless Display > Intel(R) Wireless Display, or double click the icon on the desktop. Click I agree to the terms of this license (button). The application will scan for any connected compatible adapters (or you can click the Scan for available adapters button to enable Intel My WiFi Technology).
Windows 7 4. 5. 6. Click to select any detected adapters, and click Connect. The system will then prompt you to enter the 4-digit security code which will be displayed on the external TV Screen (or press the connect button on the wireless speaker adapter). Enter the code for the video adapter and click Continue.
Windows 7 7. 8. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the video adapter and click Continue. Click Finished to complete the setup. Test Audio Adapter To verify a successful audio connection (for Intel® Wireless Music), select the “Test your audio connection” link or select “Finished” to bypass the test. You can select “Play Sample” to play an audio test sample from your adapter to the connected speaker set.
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