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Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
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E2915 / Oct 2006
Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introducing the Notebook PC
About This User’s Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6
Preparing your Notebook PC 9
2. Knowing the Parts
Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19 Front Side 20
3. Getting Started
Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST) 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26
Special Keyboard Functions 27 Colored Hot Keys 27 Microsoft Windows Keys 29 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 29 Keyboard as Cursors 29
Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) 33
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4. Using the Notebook PC
Operating System 36 Support Software 36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models) 36
Pointing Device 37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring for the Touchpad 39
Storage Devices 40 Expansion Card 40 Optical Drive 41 Flash Memory Card Reader 43 Hard Disk Drive 43
Connections 44 Modem Connection (on selected models) 44 Network Connection 45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) 46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) 47 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) 48
Power Management Modes 49 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 49 ACPI 49 Suspend Mode 49 Power Savings 49 Power State Summary 50 Thermal Power Control 50 Stand by and Hibernate 51
Appendix
Optional Accessories 54 Glossary 56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 70
Contents
1. Introducing the Notebook PC
About This User’s Manual
Notes For This Manual
Safety Precautions
Preparing your Notebook PC
1 Introducing the Notebook PC
About This User’s Manual
You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals:
1.Introducing the Notebook PC
Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.
2.Knowing the Parts
Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.
3.Getting Started
Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC.
4.Using the Notebook PC
Gives you information on using the Notebook PC’s components.
5.Appendix
Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information.
Notes For This Manual
A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below:
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NOTE: Tips and information for special situations.
TIP: Tips and useful information for completing tasks.
IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons.
WARNING! Important information that must be followed for safe operation.
Text enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters.
Introducing the Notebook PC 1
Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface.
IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.
DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.
DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC.
DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.
DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F)
DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects 
into the Notebook PC.
DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.
DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during an electrical storm.
Battery safety warning:
DO NOT throw the battery in fire.
DO NOT short circuit the contacts.
DO NOT disassemble the battery.
INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating.
DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC
Transportation Precautions
To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel.
CAUTION: The Notebook PC’s surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces.
Cover Your Notebook PC
Purchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.
Charge Your Batteries
If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use.
Airplane Precautions
Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings.
CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands.
Introducing the Notebook PC 1
Preparing your Notebook PC
These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC.
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4. Turn ON the Notebook PC |
IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel!
Press the power button and release.
(In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.)
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2. Knowing the Parts
Basic sides of the Notebook PC
NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
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2 Knowing the Parts
Top Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory.
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1 Camera Indicator
The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software.
2 Multi-Position Camera (on selected models)
The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. CAUTION: The camera can be adjusted facing forward or facing backward but can only flip through the bottom. Do not rotate the camera upward past 35 degrees.
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Microphone (Built-in)
The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
Display Panel
The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel.
Instant Keys
Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system.
Touchpad and Buttons
The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a 
desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.
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Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 3. |
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Bottom Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
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WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT.
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identification information on the user in case the Notebook PC is found by others. |
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Memory (RAM) Compartment |
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The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Addi- |
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tional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The |
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BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS |
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accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or |
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software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center |
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or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules |
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Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment |
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Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster |
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processors in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not |
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be upgraded. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades. |
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The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done |
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The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is in- |
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serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in |
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Battery Pack |
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The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC |
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power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. |
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This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage |
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and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled |
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and must be purchased as a single unit. |
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2 Knowing the Parts
Left Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a |
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standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows |
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The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports |
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a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. The |
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built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. |
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IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital |
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phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or |
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else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. |
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The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices |
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such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners |
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connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB |
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allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals |
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acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that |
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most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. |
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Wireless Switch
Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use.
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One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.)
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The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
Headphone Output Jack
The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers.
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Right Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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Optical Drive
The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook
PC’s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifica- tions for details on each model.
Optical Drive Electronic Eject
The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows™ “My Computer.”
Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model)
The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject.
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Rear Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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1 Kensington® Lock Port
The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object.
Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
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The supplied power adapter convertsAC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power sup- |
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To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power |
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adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE |
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NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. |
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such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners |
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connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB |
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allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals |
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acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most |
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Front Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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Audio Speaker System
The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled.
Flash Memory Slot
Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as specified later in this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus.
Display Panel Button
Press the display panel button to open the display panel.
WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel!
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3. Getting Started
Using AC Power Using Battery Power
Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators
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3 Getting Started
Power System
Using AC Power
The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.
The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook
PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal
AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect
the power cord to any 100V-120V as well as 220V240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided
US-standard AC power cord to a different standard.
Most hotels will provide universal outlets to sup-
port different power cords as well as voltages. It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country.
TIP: You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country.
With theAC power cord connected to theAC-DC converter, connect theAC power cord to anAC outlet (preferably with surge-protection) and then connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC. Connecting the AC-DC adapter to theAC outlet first allows you to test theAC outlet’s power and theAC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC. The power indi- cator on the adapter (if available) will light if the power is within accepted ranges.
IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter.
NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC.
WARNING! THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY.
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