N otebook User Guide Copyright©2003 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2003/3 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
N otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. Radio and television interference Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
N otebook User Guide You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402 Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.
N otebook User Guide Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. CD-ROM Notice The CD-ROM and Combo drive are Class One Laser Product.
N otebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer Congratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry. Your new notebook computer not only drives today multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow exciting new software.
N otebook User Guide About Your User Guide Welcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your computer. This manual is divided into eight chapters. Chapter 1 gives introduction on your computer features.
N otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER.......................................... 5 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE................................................................. 6 1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 11 1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT ..................................................................... 12 1.2 UNPACKING THE COMPUTER .......................................................... 14 1.
N otebook User Guide 3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK........................................................... 37 3.1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM ........................................... 38 3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS .............................. 38 Basic Keyboard Functions ........................................................... 41 Cursor Control Keys .................................................................... 42 Screen Control Keys................................................
N otebook User Guide 4.6 PLAYING AUDIO AND SOUND......................................................... 66 Using the Windows Media Player ................................................ 67 4.7 PLAYING VIDEO AND MPEG FILES ................................................ 67 4.8 USING DVD................................................................................... 68 5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS ............................................. 71 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 6 USING THE USB PORT ....
N otebook User Guide 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 98 CLEANING YOUR COMPUTER....................................................... 100 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY ............................................... 101 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK ................................................ 101 BATTERY CARE GUIDELINES ....................................................... 102 WHEN YOU TRAVEL .........................................
Introduction 1 1 Introduction Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural traveling companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, entertainment, and professional applications. It is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.
N otebook User Guide 1.1 Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. This notebook uses the platform with certified Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology. It supports the new Intel® Pentium® M processor, the core-logic architecture that absolutely fits the processor and the built-in excellent Intel® PRO/Wireless solution.
Introduction 1 GPRS (BTO, using PCMCIA slot) Validated with GPRS solution for long range wireless vocal and data communication Memory This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDR SDRAM 144-pin SODIMM modules up to 2048MB using 128MB, 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB DDR SDRAM modules PCMCIA Provides one PCMCIA slot that allows you to insert one Type II card IEEE 1394 Provides one IEEE 1394 port for fast data transmission by external hard disk or digital video (DV) USB 2.0 Provides three USB 2.
N otebook User Guide Audio System Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster and Sound Blaster Pro compatible. Flash BIOS Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix Flash utility program. Power and System Management 1.2 • Integrated SMM (System Management Mode) on system chipset that shuts down components not in use to reduce power consumption.
Introduction þ Li-Ion Battery Pack þ Utility Diskettes/CD þ Hardcopy User Guide/E-book þ Quick Setup Manual 1 Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the computer or if you plan to store the computer away sometime in the future. 15 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.
N otebook User Guide 1.3 The Inside of the Notebook The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features. 1. Color LCD Display 3. Easy Buttons 5. Status LED Indicator 8. Keyboard • 2. 6. Built-in Stereo Speakers 4. Integrated Microphone 7. Power On/Resume Button 9.
Introduction 1 ß TFT color LVDS with 14.1" 1024x768 XGA or 14.1" 1400x1050 SXGA+ resolution panels. ß Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color) on either size panels. ß LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of the LCD. ß Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor.
N otebook User Guide • ß Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 82/84 keys keyboard with Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 7 hot keys, inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control keys. ß Wide extra space below the keyboard panel for your wrist or palm to sit-on comfortably during typing. Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft and IBM PS/2 mouse compatible with three select buttons as one Scroll button and two Touchpad click buttons.
Introduction 1 7. Num Lock • • Power Indicator Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed. ß Lights green when the system is powered on ß Lights green blinking when the system is in Suspend to RAM. Battery Charging LED Lights to indicate battery in charging status. ß Lights green to indicate that the battery is in charging.
N otebook User Guide • Num Lock When LED in green light indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, the embedded numeric keypad will be enabled. THE FUNCTION OF EASY BUTTONS 1. Internet Button 2. E-Mail Button • Internet Button This technology is designed specifically for providing a very convenient way in connecting Internet only by pressing Internet button as shown in the graphics. For more understanding and interesting, you can refer Section 2.
Introduction 1.4 The Front Side of the Notebook 1. Cover Switch 1.5 1 2. Battery • Cover Switch The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer. • Battery The battery provides the power for the N/B when there is no AC power available. Please refer to chapter 2.1 for how to attach and detach the battery.
N otebook User Guide 1. Air-Outlet Vent 4. Monitor Port 7. Modem Port 2. DC Power Port 5. USB Port 3. Air Inhalant 6. LAN Port • Air-Outlet Vent Emits the heat out of your computer and keeps it within operating temperature. • DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your notebook and recharging the battery. • Air Inhalant Inhale the air into your computer to keep it within operating temperature.
Introduction 1.6 1 The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 1. Microphone Jack 3. IEEE 1394 2. Headphone Jack 4. PC Card Slot Left Side Features 1.7 • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer. • Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening.
N otebook User Guide The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the following figure. 1. CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive 2. Locking Device Keyhole Right Side Features 1.8 • CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive Allows you to load and start programs from a compact disc (CD) or a digital video disc (DVD) and play conventional audio CDs. It also can make CD by using CD-R or CD-RW.
Introduction 1. Battery Release Latch 3. Hard Disk Compartment 1 2. Battery Bay Bottom of the System 1.9 • Battery Release Latch Push the latch to the left end to remove the battery pack. • Battery Bay Equipped with a choice of Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. • Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive. Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it.
N otebook User Guide When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the notebook computer is powered on. Battery Pack Aside from the AC adapter, your computer can also be powered through the internal battery pack. The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power management enabled.
Getting Started 2 2 Getting Started Your Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook. 27 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
N otebook User Guide 2.1 Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable. Before you use your notebook computer, install and recharge the battery pack first.
Getting Started 2 Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack, slide the latch to the end of left side to pop-out the battery pack, and then take out the battery pack with your finger. 29 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
N otebook User Guide Replacing the Battery Pack When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the PCMCIA slots, the hard disk drives, and Combo drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.
Getting Started 2.2 2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: 1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet. 3.
N otebook User Guide + Ÿ For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. Ÿ Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. Ÿ Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter). 2.3 Starting Your Computer The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit.
Getting Started 2 components are running properly. Any error found during the test will be displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well. After the test, the screen will also display a message "press to enter SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.
N otebook User Guide your computer. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not, follow the procedures below: INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM COMBO DRIVE To install Windows XP directly from your combo drive, please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "CD-ROM Drive", then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit Saving Changes".
Getting Started 5. 2 Restart your notebook to let the setting take effect. INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER The detail drive installation is still subject to change. 2.6 Turning off Your Computer If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system.
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Using Your Notebook 3 3 Using Your Notebook This chapter describes how to operate the standard builtin features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer. It is very important to familiarize yourself well with the operating system.
N otebook User Guide 3.1 Starting Your Operating System The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows. You should have installed one operating system by your dealer unless you are an expert computer user and would need a more powerful operating system.
Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key 3 2. Control Keys 4. Control Keys 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
N otebook User Guide • Control keys — Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press CtrlC" means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C. Key combinations work especially to the application you are running. • Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: ß Start Menu key Displays the Start menu.
Using Your Notebook 3 BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS Keypad key. Execute a command. Within many text editing application programs, the key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary typewriter does. key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a command or function. Enter Esc key. Known as the Insert key. Press this key to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type over mode. Ins PrtScr + Ins PrtScr Pause + Shift Fn+ key.
N otebook User Guide Keypad Tab Ctrl Alt Num LocK Caps Lock ScrLocK Function Description Also used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. key. Press this key to move the cursor to the next tab stop on the right. This key works much the same as in ordinary typewriter. key. Known as the Control key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. key. Known as the Alternate key.
Using Your Notebook Keypad 3 Function Description Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time. Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time. Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time. SCREEN CONTROL KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line. & Fn + 7 7 Home key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time ( Fn + 9 9 PgUp key.
N otebook User Guide WINDOWS HOT KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu. key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system. SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions. When pressed in conjunction with the key, these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys".
Using Your Notebook Keypad Fn + F8 F9 Fn 3 Function Description Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + Fn Fn 3.3 + Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. + Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. Using the Glide Pad Pointing Device Your computer comes with a built-in Glide Pad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface.
N otebook User Guide Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added features of the Glide Pad, you may want to try installing its own device driver that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device. 1. Left Selection Button 3. Right Selection Button 2. Scroll Button 4. Glide Pad Glide Pad Features Here how to use the Glide Pad pointing device: 1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen.
Using Your Notebook 3 2. To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button control or by simply tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works best. To execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the surface. 3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a doubleclick, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move.
N otebook User Guide panels. You would also probably want to set the amount of color output to display sharper images and photos.
Using Your Notebook 3 CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make sure to follow the configuration table above.
N otebook User Guide Full-On Mode No device in the system is executed in power management, the system can respond to all applications at maximum performance. Suspend to RAM mode All devices are powered off except the other supporting components and system memory where your working files are stored. You can activate this either pressing the power button or setting the Suspend timer on the Power Management function of the Control Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state, press the power button.
Using Your Notebook 3 all application software programs. You need to format the hard disk before using. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting. Sometimes divided into two partitions, adding a Drive D. Since your computer supports different hard disk capacities (up to 60 GB), you also need to setup the disk type first on your computer’s BIOS SETUP program before formatting the disk drive.
N otebook User Guide 2. Place the disc on top of the CD tray with the label side facing up. Gently press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc. 3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock. + If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader. 4.
Using Your Notebook • Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures. • Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft cloth. 3 The above points also apply to other optical storage media. + 3.8 The Combo drive is a Class 1 Laser Product. Using PCMCIA Cards WHAT IS PCMCIA? PCMCIA or Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is a non-profit trade association that defines the industry standard for the PC Card technology.
N otebook User Guide Type II Cards Type II card has a thickness of 5.0 millimeters (mm). Type II cards are often storage or communications devices such as Flash Memory, LAN, and Small Computer System Interface (SCSI). Typical Type II cards include input/output (I/O) features such as modems and LANs. The features for Type II Cards include following characters: • Type II Extended Cards Many PC cards are Type II extended cards.
Using Your Notebook Drive letter C: D: E: F: 3 Location/Device Internal hard disk Internal hard disk, 2nd partition CD/DVD/RW/Combo drive Slot 0, high-speed memory card Type III Cards Type III cards are thicker (10.5 mm) than Type II cards and allow no extensions. This notebook does not support Type III Card. WHAT IS CARDBUS? CardBus is the high-performance 32-bit PCI bus master interface from PCMCIA. It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3.3V.
N otebook User Guide 3. When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer. The PC card will be detected and once the needed driver is installed, it will generate a beep sound to indicate that the card is detected. Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot, you should first disable the PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings: 1.
Using Your Notebook 3 MAKING PC CARDS WORK Since PC cards come in different types and brands, making every card work on your computer may not that be easy. PC cards like network, SCSI or multifunction cards (MFC) need additional driver installation and configuration in making the card work. This additional driver may already be built-in under Windows that Windows will try to detect and prompts you if you want to install the driver.
N otebook User Guide + PC cards draw power even when not in use. To save energy, press the button to disconnect the card when it is not in use. 58 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
Fun with Multimedia 4 4 Fun with Multimedia This chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use Combo drive in creating an exciting full multimedia presentation. 59 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
N otebook User Guide 4.1 Notebook Multimedia Features Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following: 4.2 • Intel® Pentium® M microprocessor powered by Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology • Up to 2GB DDR SDRAM • CD-RW/DVD combo for DVD/CD watching/playing and CD making • Integrated Intel graphics engine.
Fun with Multimedia 4.3 4 Setting Up the Audio Driver Properties Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer, you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought your computer with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows. 4.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows: • Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files • Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback • Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer + For more information on how to operate these multimedia components, run the program and click on the Help menu. 4.
Fun with Multimedia 4 be played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system. To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups.
N otebook User Guide 2. Click Properties in the Options main menu. 3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box. Figure 4-3 Audio Properties 4. Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you will select the input device for the recording source. If you want to record from the Combo drive with audio music, you must click on CD Player.
Fun with Multimedia 4 Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Your computer allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording. The external microphone jack is found on the left side of your computer. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow the same procedure for recording voice. USING THE BUILT-IN COMBO DRIVE You would normally use the Combo drive for recording audio music from the Audio CD. Follow these steps: 1.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player 4.6 5. Select the starting point where you want to start recording. 6. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button. 7. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button. You can adjust the volume control so you can also hear the music while in recording. Playing Audio and Sound Your computer has built-in twin speakers to playback audio and sound.
Fun with Multimedia 4 For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to your ear. USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player. Follow these steps: 4.7 1. Click on Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then Entertainment. 2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program. 3.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player 4.8 Using DVD DVD is the breakthrough in superb full-motion picture playback. One disc can contain at least 4.7GB of information, capable of holding one full-length movie with soundtracks, subtitles, and different languages. Much more, the DVDROM drive of your computer is backward compatible with CD-ROM drive so it allows you to use any CD as well. It also works the same as the CD-ROM.
Fun with Multimedia + 4 For best DVD playback, please enable the DMA function of this notebook, for how to enable the DMA channel on both DVD/CD-ROM drive and Hard Disk, please refer to driver installation on section 5 of chapter 2. Moreover, you can enable Hardware Accelerator if the software MPEG-2 player you are using has supported this function. 4.9 Using CD-RW/DVD combo CD-RW/DVD combo drive is a device that can write digital data to CD-RW and CD-R compact disk (CD).
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Connecting to Peripherals 5 5 Connecting to Peripherals This chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter. 71 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
N otebook User Guide 5.1 Using the USB Port USB or Universal Serial Port is a peripheral bus standard developed by Compaq, DEC, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, NEC and Northern Telecom. Personal computers equipped with USB will allow computer peripherals to automatically configure as soon as they are physically attached - without the need to reboot or run setup.
Connecting to Peripherals 1. Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off. + The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the 5 monitor is being connected. Although you can connect the external Monitor without power off the computer and the external monitor, however, it is harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices. 2. Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the back of your computer.
N otebook User Guide 5.3 Using the IEEE 1394 Port IEEE 1394 is a new I/O standard that is supported by Win98 (second edition) or later Windows version. With supporting high-speed transmission and delivering data at a guaranteed rate, you can record digital video clips and download them directly via a super-speed IEEE 1394 port at the left of the notebook. IEEE 1394 becomes an ideal for devices that need to transfer high levels of data in real-time.
Connecting to Peripherals + 5 Please make sure that the external IEEE 1394 HDD box you purchase on local electronic store should provide external power adapter. There are different types of IEEE1394 HDD box and hard disk from different manufactures, the power consumption has varied range. If the power of the external IEEE 1394 HDD is supplied from the USB of this notebook, it may not run properly. 5.
N otebook User Guide Ethernet standard. Because it is 10 times faster than Ethernet, it is often referred to as Fast Ethernet. The built-in LAN module provides a standard RJ-45 connector. To connect the twisted-pair cable to your LAN port: 5.6 1. Locate the twisted-pair cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-45 connector. 2. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or HUB. 3.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 This computer integrates built-in 802.11a/b wireless LAN module, with using Intel ® PRO/Wireless network solution by Intel ® Centrino™ mobile technology. IEEE 802.11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed. You can connect to the wireless LAN Access Point without insert extra wireless LAN card into the PCMCIA slot. Wireless LAN module is similar to LAN module. You need to install software driver before using it. Please refer to chapter 2.
N otebook User Guide + The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission. Contact your service provider for more information. + The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable. Longer cables are available at your local electronics store. 78 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 Customizing Your Notebook Your computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs. This includes your system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. This information is then stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you change it again.
N otebook User Guide 6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program to change system configuration information, such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system and pressing the function key.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current settings. • Key Status Bar The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.
N otebook User Guide 6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [12 :00 :00] , , System Date: [02/19/2003] or selects field.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • System Time Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second format of the computer. Enter the current time for reach field and use the , +, or key to move from one field or back to another. You can also change the system time from your operating system. • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format.
N otebook User Guide • Secondary Master This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically detects the optical drive. • Secondary Slave The Secondary Slave device is not available, so it shows [None] • System Memory This field reports the amount of base (or conventional) memory found by the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST). • Extended Memory This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST).
Customizing Your Notebook 6 6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Internal HDD: [20004MB] Type: Boot Exit Item Specific Help [Auto] User = you enter LBA Format parameters of hard- Total Sectors: [58605120] disk drive installed Maximum Capacity: 30006MB at the Connection. Multi-Sector Transfers: [16 Sectors] Hard-disk drive LBA Mode Control: [Enabled] installed here.
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Customizing Your Notebook 6.4 • Boot-time Diagnostic Screen Lets you specify the boot screen to Logo screen or POST screen by choosing Disabled or Enabled, respectively. • Legacy USB Support Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB device.
N otebook User Guide • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation.
Customizing Your Notebook 6.5 6 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Removable Devices Keys used to view or +Hard Drive configure devices: CD-ROM Drive expands or IBA FE Slot 0240 v4109 collapses devices with a + or expands all enables or disables a device. <+> and <-> moves the device up or down.
N otebook User Guide To select the boot device, you can use the up or down arrow key, then press <+> to move up the device in the list or press <-> to move down the device in the list. To exit from this menu, press . 6.6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program.
Customizing Your Notebook 6.7 • Load Setup Defaults Lets you load the default values for all setup items. • Discard Changes Reverts to previously selected settings. • Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. • Battery Refresh Conditions the battery so that the battery can be fully charged. 6 How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: 1.
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Caring for Your Notebook 7 7 Using Options This chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. You can upgrade your system for specific requirements. 93 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
N otebook User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: MEMORY UPGRADE Your notebook computer offers 144-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 128MB DDR-SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer. The table below lists the possible combinations of different memory module and memory size. + Please contact dealer for changing or adding DDR-SDRAM module.
Caring for Your Notebook Based Memory Installing Memory Total 512 MB 512 MB 1024 MB 512 MB 1024 MB 1536 MB 1024 MB 128 MB 1152 MB 1024 MB 256 MB 1280 MB 1024 MB 512 MB 1536 MB 1024 MB 1024 MB 2048 MB 7 INSTALLING MEMORY MODULE Since this computer is a super slim Notebook PC, all the components inside the computer is very sensitive. It is not available for users to add or replace it by themselves. Please contact the dealer to upgrade the memory module.
N otebook User Guide 4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. 5. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk. 6. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely. 7. Place the hard disk back to the compartment. 8. Cover the lid, then rotate and tighten the screws. 9. Set the boot device as DVD/CD-RW Combo drive and Primary Master as Auto on BIOS setup menu. Please refer to Chapter 6 about the setting of BIOS setup menu.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 8 Caring for Your Notebook Your Notebook PC is a fully IBM compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. Lightweight and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, and professional applications, it is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.
N otebook User Guide 8.1 Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users. This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. • Before cleaning the notebook computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power outlet.
N otebook User Guide ß The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. ß The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer. • An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s power supply. For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg, a power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2, has to be used.
Caring for Your Notebook 8.3 8 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a big part. After a good working session, the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover. But the display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiates heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. Leave the computer's cover open for about ten minutes while the heat disperses. Make this a habit.
N otebook User Guide 8.5 • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use the hard disk. Battery Care Guidelines The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life.
Caring for Your Notebook • 8.6 8 You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months. To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh" function in the BIOS Setup Utility.
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System Specification A APPENDIX A System Specification This appendix gives information on the technical and hardware specifications of your computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual. Designed with an advanced modular architecture, your Notebook PC also allows you for several levels of customization and expansion that are previously available only on desktop PCs.
N otebook User Guide PROCESSOR UNIT • Intel ® Pentium ® M processor by Intel ® Centrino™ mobile technology • Above 1.4 GHz Intel ® Pentium ® M CPU • 1024KB integrated L2 cache for the processor SYSTEM MEMORY • Two 144-pin memory slots • User-upgradeable to maximum 2048MB using 144-pin SODIMM 128MB, 256MB, 512MB and 1024MB modules • PC-266 DDR SDRAM modules LCD DISPLAY • 14.1" XGA (1024x768), 14.
System Specification A STORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.
N otebook User Guide KEYBOARD • Full-sized 82/84-keys keyboard with Windows systems hot-keys, inverted T-cursor keys, 7 hot keys, 12 function keys, and embedded numeric keypad • Provides international language keyboard FLASH BIOS 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O PORTS • 3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x 15-pin VGA (CRT) • 1 x IEEE 1394 port • 1 x LAN port • 1 x Modem port WIRELESS DEVICES • 802.
System Specification A BATTERY • Rechargeable 8 Cells Li-ion battery pack with Smart Battery function • 4.3 hours of usage (when run ZD Battery Mark diagnostic program) • 2 hours quick charge (computer turn off) WEIGHT AND DIMENSION • 316 x 274.5 x 27.1mm (front) • 5.0 lbs, 2.2kg 109 PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.
