Benq Joybook R41 User Manual
Joybook R41 Series User Manual
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Copyright
Copyright 2006 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system
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Disclaimer
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warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes
from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of this company to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Windows, Internet Explorer and Outlook Express are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Others are copyrights of their respective companies or
organizations.
Joybook models covered by this manual
This manual contains the information about the following Joybook models:
• Joybook R41 Series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your Joybook model, please refer to
the label on the packing box, or the printing on your Joybook.
Table of contents
Overview...............................................................................................1
About this book ............................................................................. 1
Typographics.................................................................................. 1
Getting started......................................................................................2
Package contents............................................................................ 2
Getting your Joybook ready for use.............................................. 2
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook................................. 4
Touring your Joybook .........................................................................6
Front view ...................................................................................... 6
Left side view.................................................................................. 7
Right side view ............................................................................... 8
Rear view ........................................................................................ 9
Bottom view ................................................................................... 9
Indicators ....................................................................................... 10
Using your Joybook ............................................................................. 11
Using the touchpad........................................................................ 11
Using the keyboard........................................................................ 12
Function hotkeys ..................................................................... 12
Windows keys and lock keys................................................... 13
Using the built-in wireless LAN function (optional) .................. 14
Connecting to a wireless network:.......................................... 14
Connecting to another wireless network:............................... 14
Using Bluetooth (optional)........................................................... 16
Adding a Bluetooth device ...................................................... 16
Sending files to a Bluetooth device ......................................... 18
Using BIOS setup .................................................................................19
When and how to use BIOS setup ................................................ 19
Navigating the BIOS setup screen................................................. 20
Main menu............................................................................... 20
Security menu.......................................................................... 20
Boot menu ............................................................................... 20
Exit menu................................................................................. 21
Boot from LAN...............................................................................21
Connecting to external display devices ...............................................22
Connecting to a VGA display device.............................................22
Installing additional memory ..............................................................23
FAQ and troubleshooting ....................................................................26
General............................................................................................26
Battery and power ..........................................................................26
Connection .....................................................................................27
System .............................................................................................27
Display ............................................................................................30
Information on cleaning and battery maintenance............................32
Battery maintenance ......................................................................32
Cleaning your Joybook ..................................................................32
Service and support..............................................................................33
BenQ Joybook Global On-line Service..........................................33
Joybook on-line registration..........................................................33
Appendix...............................................................................................34
General safety information ............................................................34
Safety information about the battery ............................................34
Caution texts concerning lithium batteries ............................34
Safety information about the AC adapter .....................................34
Safety information about the modem...........................................34
Caution .....................................................................................34
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in
private households in the European Union..................................35
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................35
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia .........................................................................36
Table of contents iii
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Table of contentsiv
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various components
in your Joybook and demonstrates how to use them. The following are
the major chapters of this book.
In addition to this book, you can find more information from “Joybook
Application Software User Manual” in the supplied CD.
Chapter title Description
Overview
Getting started
Touring your
Joybook
Using your Joybook
Using BIOS setup
Connecting to
external display
devices
Installing additional
memory
FAQ and
troubleshooting
Information on
cleaning and battery
maintenance
Service and support
Appendix
Introduction to this book.
Information about beginning to use your
Joybook.
Introduction to the hardware components
of your Joybook.
Basic and advanced information about
operating your Joybook.
Information about how to use the BIOS
setup utility.
Information about how to connect your
Joybook to external display devices
Information about how to add the memory.
Information about frequently asked
questions and troubleshooting.
Information about cleaning and battery
maintenance.
Joybook service and support information.
Important safety information.
Typ og ra phics
The usage of notes, tips and warnings is specifically for different
purposes, which are described as follows.
Icon/
Symbol
< > or [ ] Keys on the
Item Meaning
Warning Information mainly to prevent the
Tip Useful information for completing
Note Supplementary information.
keyboard; User
Interface (UI) on
the screen
damage to components, data, or
personal injury caused by misuse
and improper operation or
behavior.
a task.
Indicates a key on the keyboard,
or the UI on the screen. Do not
actually type the symbols
together with the enclosed letters.
Overview 1
Getting started
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be
different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Package contents
Before using your Joybook for the first time, please check if you have all
the items with you. For details about what should be included in the
package, refer to the Package Contents label inside the accessory box. If
any of the items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer
immediately. Save the packaging in case you need to ship your Joybook
for service.
Getting your Joybook ready for use
1. Installing the battery pack
Turn your Joybook upside down and put it on a soft clean cloth. With the
label side of the battery pack facing down, slide it gently into the battery
compartment until it snaps into place (1). Move the release latch to the
left as shown to lock the battery pack into place (2).
2. Connecting the power
Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connect the power adapter to the power socket on your Joybook.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet and start charging the battery.
Power systems and plug types might vary depending on your country/
region.
Getting started2
• When the battery is charging, the battery indicator appears in amber.
When the charging process is complete, the light goes off.
4. Performing initial setup
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators, refer to
"Indicators" on page 10
.
3. Opening your Joybook
Gently lift up the latchless lid that allows you to open the case easily.
Press the power button to start up your Joybook, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the initial Windows XP setup.
• The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook might vary.
For more information, refer to the Product Specifications label on the
product carton.
• Your Joybook R41 Series only works with Microsoft Windows® XP
Home and Windows® XP Professional editions.
Getting started 3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or projector) to the
VGA port of your Joybook.
Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook and dial-up
to the Internet or send a fax.
Getting started4
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable to the
LAN port of your Joybook.
Insert an ExpressCard/34 module or ExpressCard/54 module to further
expand the capabilities of your Joybook.
Connect an earphone or microphone to the earphone or microphone
jack to output or record sounds.
Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs or enjoy
DVD/VCD movies.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Getting started 5
Tour i n g your Joy b ook
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Front view
(1) Quick access buttons
Internet hotkey
Starts up the Internet Explorer Web browser.
E-Mail hotkey
Starts up the Outlook Express e-mail client.
Customizable hotkey 1
Can be customized to open an application.
(2) LCD panel
(3) Speakers
(4) Power switch with LED
• Turns your Joybook on or off.
• When the system is on, it lights up in blue.
R41
• When the system is in Suspend mode, it lights up in amber.
• When the system is in Hibernation mode or powered off, the light
goes off.
(5) Keyboard
(6) Touchpad
(7) Microphone input jack
Can be used to connect to a microphone for recording sounds.
(8) Audio output jack
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset or external speaker for
playing Joybook audio.
(9) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
Touring your Joybook6
Left side view
R41
(1) VGA port
For connecting external display devices, such as monitors and projectors.
(2) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping the computer at an optimal
temperature.
(3) Modem port (RJ-11 connector)
Accepts an analog telephone line for use with the internal modem.
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunications line cord.
(4) LAN (Ethernet) port (RJ-45 connector)
Allows Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps Ethernet network.
Do not plug a phone jack connector in the RJ-45 port. This may damage
this device.
(5) USB 2.0 port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players
that use the USB interface.
(6) ExpressCard slot
This ExpressCard slot accepts two formats of the standard ExpressCard
modules: ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54. The ExpressCard/34
module is characterized by its 34 mm width, and the ExpressCard/54
module is characterized by its 54 mm width. You can use an ExpressCard
to further expand the capabilities of your Joybook.
Insert an ExpressCard into the slot following the direction indicated on
the card and complete related driver settings.
Touring your Joybook 7
Right side view
(1) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD-Dual/Super-Multi drive
(optional)
The type of optical drive varies by model, and the support of disc types
depends on the optical drive that comes with your Joybook.
Supports multi-functional optical module for reading music CDs, VCDs
and DVDs or burning CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/
DVD-RW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs. Discs can be inserted/ejected by
pressing the small ejection button on the drive.
If you wish to open the
disc tray of the drive when
your Joybook power is off,
or it can't be opened using
the ejection button, insert a
pointed object into the tray
ejection hole next to the
ejection button to release
the disc tray.
Touring your Joybook8
(2) USB 2.0 port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players
that use the USB interface.
(3) Power jack
For connecting AC power supply.
Rear view
(1) USB 2.0 ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players
that use the USB interface.
Bottom view
(2) Anti-theft Kensington lock hole
You can attach a anti-theft Kensington lock and cable to this hole to help
prevent possible theft.
(1) Hard disk drive compartment
Accommodates the hard disk drive of Joybook.
(2) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(3) Battery pack
Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected.
(4) MiniCard slot, memory expansion slot and CPU
compartment
Accommodates the CPU and memory slot of Joybook. There is also a
MiniCard slot for using an optional MiniCard. Depending on your
model, a MiniCard wireless network card may have been pre-installed.
(5) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
Touring your Joybook 9
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