Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer. Manual Documentation Conventions Information Icons Three icons and their associated messages appear in this manual: A note informs you of special circumstances. A caution warns you of possible damage to equipment or data. A warning indicates the possibility of personal injury.
Mouse/Touchpad Conventions You may be asked to click, double click, click an hold or right click on items on the display screen. The object that needs to be clicked upon will be displayed in Italic text or shown in a small figure such as the "Start Button.
Introducing Your Computer Your lightweight portable notebook computer includes many features to meet your computing needs at home and/or on the road. These features are a lightweight portable notebook computer and a docking station that contains all of the peripheral devices you may need. Your system is very powerful and can perform all of the functions of a desktop computer.
PC Equipment Location The figures in this section show you the location of important items on the computer. Power Button LCD Display Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad Buttons Video Port Speaker Internet Key Fan Vent LED’s Microphone Jack Headphone Jack/MP3 Remote Controller Jack Figure 2.
Modem Port DC-in Port LAN/Serial Port USB Port PC Card Slot Figure 3. Left View of PC Kensington Lock Figure 4. Back View of PC The figure below is the bottom view of the PC without the Docking Station attached. See ”Using the Multi-Bay Docking Station” on page 30. Battery Latch Battery Compartment Docking Connector Battery Latch Memory Module Compartment Figure 5.
Docking Bay Equipment Location The figures in this section show you the location of important items on the docking station. CD/DVD Release Latch Docking Pins Docking Hook Docking Connector Docking Release Latch CD/DVD Drive FDD Release Latch Undocking Button Docking Hook FDD [Floppy Disk Drive] Figure 6. Docking Station Front/Top Kensington Lock TV-Out Port Docking Release Latch PS/2 Port USB Port Speaker Printer Port USB Port LAN Port Figure 7.
Speaker FDD Drive CD/DVD Drive Figure 8. Docking Station Bottom Undocking/Docking your Computer The docking station allows you to use this system as a desktop PC. The docking station is installed to the system at the point of purchase. Connect the AC adapter to a docking when it is installed to a system. Undocking your Computer Power Off To remove your computer from the docking station with the power off, complete the following steps. 1. Turn off the system. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Grab the two docking release latches and pull them out. Release Latch Figure 9. Release Latch 4. Tilt the system up at the back. 5. After tilting remove the system by sliding/lifting out toward the back of the docking bay. 6. Connect the AC adapter to the system. Power On. 1. Press the PC detach button on front of the docking. 2. When [xxxx] message shows on the screen, then hold and pull two release latches. 3. Remove a system. 4. Attach the AC adapter to a system.
2. Place the front part of a system on two hooks of the docking station. Back of the System Front of the System Hook Figure 10. Docking Sequence 3. Press the back part of a system until it clicks into a docking fully. Power on To dock your computer with the power on just reverse the directions in the power on undocking section. When it is connected properly then [xxxxx] message shows. Press a system to make sure that a docking connector is completely connected to the system.
Using Your Computer for the First Time This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Installing the Battery The first step in using your notebook computer is to determine the normal use for your computer. Two batteries come with the computer and both go into the same slot. Battery may be used wether the computer is in the docking station or not. Battery 2 may only be used when the PC is not in the docking station.
All batteries lose their charge if they sit unused for an extended time period. When not used, battery can discharge fully in 2 to 3 months. To attach the power cord: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector on the back side of the computer. 2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and then to an electrical outlet. Docking Station Plug-in Port PC Plug-in Port Plug Power Connector into either Port Power Cord Power Connector AC Adapter Figure 11.
Turning On the Computer To turn on the computer’s power for the first time: 1. Slide the LCD display or cover latch, located on the front of the cover to the right. 2. Lift up the cover. 3. Press and then release the power button (Figure 12). The power light is on when the computer’s power is on. Figure 12. Turning On the Computer’s Power Initial computer startup The first time you start your computer you will see a registration screen. There are several screen in the registration process.
Adjusting the LCD Display You may wish to adjust the LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) when you begin using your computer. A TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) LCD does not require adjustment for contrast because the contrast is set to remain at maximum. To adjust the LCD: • Press to decrease the display brightness. • Press to increase the display brightness. Turning Off Your Computer APM (Advanced Power Management) Mode To turn off the computer: 1. Click Start on the taskbar. 2. Click Shut Down. 3.
Management Options @” on page 89 and the documentation accompanying your operating system. To set the menu; 1. Select Power Options in Control Panel. 2. Select the operations of power button. • Standby mode: operates as Save to RAM mode. (See”Suspend Mode @” on page 90 for more information.) • Hibernate mode: operates as Save To Disk mode. Set Hibernate submenu to enabled to use Hibernate mode. (See ”Suspend Mode” on page 86 for more information.
You can also perform a soft boot by saving your files and pressing . You can perform a cold (or hard) boot by pressing the power button to turn the computer off, waiting five seconds, and then pressing the power button to turn the computer on. Tips for Using Your Computer The following information helps you avoid potential problems as you use your computer: Do not try to disassemble your computer. Opening the system chassis voids your warranty.
twisting your wrists as you work. Your hands should “float” slightly above the keyboard. Refer to a book on office ergonomics for more information on setting up your work area. • Take frequent breaks from working at the computer to rest your eyes and stretch your muscles. • Remember to save your data files frequently and to make backup copies of your files. Travelling with Your Computer Air Travel If you are travelling by air, follow these tips: • Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage.
Figure 13. Kensington Lock Handling Spills Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: • If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Be careful not to let the liquid drip onto the LCD panel. Allow the system to dry for several days before trying to use it.
Sweet liquids leave a sticky residue that may jam the keyboard despite your efforts to dry it. • If you spill liquid on the LCD panel, clean it immediately with a soft cloth and denatured alcohol. Do not use water, window cleaner, acetone, aromatic solvent, or dry, rough towels to clean it. Some liquids damage the polarized LCD screen. If your screen is damaged, contact your authorized manufacturer’s service center for a replacement.
Using the Keyboard Your computer has an 87/88-key keyboard (Figure 14). By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard. Function & Special purpose Hot Keys Alphanumeric Keys Embedded Numeric Keypad Windows Key Cursor & Screen Control Keys Function Key Figure 14.
To clean the computer keyboard, use slightly damp cotton swabs. Scrub the keys and the surface around the keys. Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard. Using the Numeric Keypad Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 15). A number or symbol on the right corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function. Figure 15.
Table 1. Description of Special Function Keys Key Function Combination Print screen: Takes a picture of the open screen, which you can paste into the Paint program. System request: Reserved for use in software programs. This key combination can generate Euro Mark as other Eurokey. CRT/LCD: Switches the display between the LCD, the external monitor, and simultaneous display on both the LCD and the external monitor.
Internet Explorer Quick Start Button Use the internet quick start button to start "Internet Explorer" just by pressing one button. i Internet Explorer Figure 16.
Using the Touchpad Your computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions (Figure 17). The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with a touch of your finger. Touchpad Mouse buttons Figure 17. Touchpad Operation Press on the touchpad gently. The touchpad responds to light pressure. The following sections will basically explain how to use the touchpad.
Click and Hold Click in the window title bar to move the window Figure 18. Dragging a window Scroll Touchpad has a scroll function while you are exploring internet. Scroll along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll up and down. Scroll along the bottom edge of the touchpad to scroll right and left. However, this function may not work in certain programs. Scroll Directions Figure 19.
Reading the System Status Lights System Status lights show the status of computer functions. LEDs Figure 20. System Status Lights The table below describes the meaning of each status light LED Name Function Num Lock Changes a portion of the keyboard to a numeric keypad. add cross reference Caps Lock Changes all alpha or letter input into capital letters. No changes occur to numeric and special keys.
Connecting Peripheral Devices/Cables The connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 21). Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer.
Table 2 shows the icons located near each connector and tells you the devices that you can attach to the connectors. Table 2. Connecting Peripheral Devices Icon Connector PS/2 (IBM Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port: Connect a PS/2compatible mouse or external keyboard or keypad to this port. Make sure your computer is turned off when you attach peripherals to the port. You can use the computer’s touchpad and a PS/2 keyboard at the same time, See ”Advanced Menu” on page 76 for more information.
Installing a Modem Cable Before you can obtain information on the Internet or send e-mail you must install the modem drivers and install the modem cable, see “Using the Modem” on page 51. To install the cable. follow the steps below: Figure 22. Modem Cable Installation 1. Open the modem cable door located in the back left portion of the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the slot.
LAN/Serial Port Figure 23. LAN Cable Installation (Back/Left) AT (Serial) Device Cable The LAN/Serial port allow the use of serial devices such as a serial mouse. To install the Serial adapter simply plug the adapter cable into the LAN/Serial slot on the left side of the computer. See Figure 23. on page 29 Figure 24.
Using the Multi-Bay Docking Station Your computer includes the Multi-Bay docking station that holds a 5.25" and a 3.5" device. Below is a listing of the device types you may install in your docking bay. 5.25” Drives CD-ROM DVD-ROM 3.50” Drives Zip drive 2nd HDD CD-RW Changing Devices This section will discuss changing 5.25" and 3.5" devices. The docking bay is the portion of the docking station where you change devices., 3.5" Device 5.25" Device Figure 25.
Changing a 5.25” Device To change from one 5.25” device to another simply follow the steps below (Figure 25). 1. Turn off the system, 2. Detach the system from the docking station, 3. Slide the 5.25” bay latch toward the middle of the docking bay, 4. The device will pop out about an inch, 5. Remove the device, 6. Insert the new 5.25” device into the docking bay until the bay latch clicks. Changing a 3.5” Device The method of changing a 3.5” device is same as changing a 5.
Using the Disk Drives Using the Floppy Drive (FDD) Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, high-density floppy drive, which can read, write to, and format the following disks: • A high-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 1.44 MB (megabytes) of data. • A double-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 720 KB (kilobytes) of data. The floppy drive in your notebook computer is smaller, but more powerefficient, than a floppy drive in a desktop computer.
Using the CD/DVD-ROM Drive Compact discs are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it. 1. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out. (Do not lean on the tray; it does not support much weight.) CD tray fails to slide out. The tray may be stuck, in which case straighten out a paper clip, insert it into the small hole in the front of the CD-ROM and push it until the tray ejects. 2.
Proper CD Handling Techniques. To clean a CD, wipe from the center outwards with clean and dry cloth. Remove a CD when CD-ROM drive activity light is off. CD/DVD drive precautions. Do not place reflective objects in the disc slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions. The laser beam used in this CD/DVD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the CD-ROM drive. Refer servicing to your authorized service center.
Using the DVD-ROM Drive See ”Using the Multi-Bay Docking Station” on page 30 for information on installing the DVD-ROM drive into the computer. The DVD-ROM drive operates the same as the CD-ROM drive. The DVDROM drive and the DVD Player is supported by Windows 98/2000/Me. Your DVD-ROM drive will play DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. Installing the DVD Player MPEG-2 Software The DVD software CD containing the DVD Player MPEG-2 software is optional with DVD-ROM drives. 1.
Using the Hard Drive Your computer includes a IDE (integrated drive electronics) hard drive. The IDE hard drive can store the data and programs your computer uses. The drive plugs into a connector on the system board. Although the storage capacity of hard drives varies according to model, any hard drive holds much more than a floppy disk does. Also, the computer reads and works with a hard drive more rapidly than with a floppy disk.
Multi Media Functions/Equipment Media Player You can play video and audio CD files with the Windows Media Player, as well as watching TV, video and listening to the radio through internet. The on-board audio hardware and software of your computer enable the computer to play audio compact discs. If you wish to do so, you can attach external speakers to the Headphone jack. To play an audio compact disc: 1. Insert a compact disc into your CD-ROM drive: a.
1. Click the Windows Media Player button on the Windows taskbar to open the Windows Media Player window. Display Play List Change Mode Figure 28. Windows Media Player 2. Click the Stop button in the Windows Media Player window. 3. Press the button on your CD-ROM drive. The drive tray opens and you can remove the disc from the CD-ROM drive. 4. For more information on playing compact discs, see the Help menu in the Windows Media Player window.
Movie Maker You can edit audio and video data using this Movie Maker that is included with WindowsMe. It is also possible to make a slide show with each frame or picture. To start the program: Click Start > Programs > Accessories > Windows Movie Maker. Tool Bar Monitor Collections Workspace Figure 29. Windows Movie Maker MP3 Player/Voice Recorder Your system has MP3 player integrated inside the computer chassis.
FF (Forward) Play/Stop REW (Rewind) REC/Erase Power slide bar Off/(1) Music/(2) Voice LCD Equalizer Preset: Classic/Rock/Pop Ear-phone connector Figure 30. MP3 Player Top View REP (Repeat) Repeat: repeat one MP3 file All: repeat every MP3 file Shuffle: mix the order of the file VOL (Volume) HOLD Lock the MP3 remote controller buttons except the Power slide bar. Figure 31. MP3 Player Bottom View Listening MP3 file To listen to your MP3 files simply follow the steps below. 1.
