Benq Joybook C42, Joybook R42 User Manual

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Joybook R42/C42 Series User Manual

Welcome

Copyright 2007 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company.

Disclaimer

BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any 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 Windows Mail 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 R42 Series

•Joybook C42 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.................................	5
Touring your Joybook .........................................................................	7
Front view ......................................................................................	7
Left side view..................................................................................	9
Right side view ...............................................................................	10
Rear view ........................................................................................	11
Bottom view ...................................................................................	11
Indicators .......................................................................................	12
Getting started with Windows Vista ...................................................	13
Turning off your Joybook properly ..............................................	13
Using Windows Mobility Center ..................................................	14
Using your Joybook .............................................................................	15
Using the touchpad........................................................................	15
Using the keyboard (for Joybook R42 Series only)......................	16
Function hotkeys .....................................................................	16
Windows keys and lock keys...................................................	17
Using the keyboard (for Joybook C42 Series only)......................	18
Function hotkeys .....................................................................	18
Windows keys and lock keys...................................................	19
Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected
models)...........................................................................................	20
Connecting to a wireless network:..........................................	20
Using Bluetooth (available on selected models) ..........................	21
Bluetooth icons........................................................................	21
Connecting to a Bluetooth device...........................................	21
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device........................................	22

Using QMedia Bar..........................................................................	24
Setting up QMedia Bar...................................................................	24
Customizing the P1 hotkey (on Joybook R42 Series only)....	24
Using BIOS setup .................................................................................	25
When and how to use BIOS setup.................................................	25
Navigating the BIOS setup screen .................................................	26
Main menu ...............................................................................	26
Boot menu ................................................................................	26
Exit menu .................................................................................	27
Boot from LAN...............................................................................	27
Recovering your system .......................................................................	28
Using QDataTrove .........................................................................	28
Launching QDataTrove: ..........................................................	28
Backing up your files: ........................................................	28
Recovering your backup files: ...........................................	29
Restoring your backup image:...........................................	29
Restoring your Joybook to factory default settings:.........	29
Recovering your system using the supplied discs.........................	29
Step 1: Reinstalling a clean copy of Windows Vista...............	29
Step 2: Reinstalling drivers and applications ..........................	30
Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security
threats..............................................................................................	30
Connecting to external display devices ...............................................	31
Connecting to a VGA display device.............................................	31
Installing additional memory ..............................................................	32
FAQ and troubleshooting ....................................................................	35
General............................................................................................	35
Battery and power ..........................................................................	35
Connection .....................................................................................	36
System .............................................................................................	37
Display ............................................................................................	40

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Information on cleaning and battery maintenance............................	42
Battery maintenance ......................................................................	42
Cleaning your Joybook..................................................................	42
Service and support..............................................................................	43
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service...........................................	43
Joybook online registration...........................................................	43
Appendix ..............................................................................................	44
General safety information............................................................	44
Safety information about the battery............................................	44
Safety information about the AC adapter ....................................	44
Safety information about the modem ..........................................	45
Caution.....................................................................................	45
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users
in private households in the European Union.............................	45
Declaration of Conformity............................................................	45
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia.........................................................................	46

iv Table of contents

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.

Chapter title	Description
Overview	Introduction to this book.
Getting started	Information about beginning to use your
	Joybook.
Touring your Joybook	Introduction to the hardware components
	of your Joybook.
Getting started with	Basic information about Windows Vista.
Windows Vista
Using your Joybook	Basic and advanced information about
	operating your Joybook.
Using BIOS setup	Information about how to use the BIOS
	setup utility.
Recovering your	Information about using system recovery
system	tools.
Connecting to	Information about how to connect your
external display	Joybook to external display devices.
devices
Installing additional	Information about how to add additional
memory	RAM memory.
FAQ and	Information about frequently asked
troubleshooting	questions and troubleshooting.
Information on	Information about cleaning and battery
cleaning and battery	maintenance.
maintenance
Service and support	Joybook service and support information.
Appendix	Important safety information.

Typographics

The usage of notes, tips and warnings is specifically for different purposes, which are described as follows.

Icon/	Item	Meaning
Symbol
	Warning	Information mainly to prevent the
	Warning	Information mainly to prevent the
		damage to components, data, or
		damage to components, data, or
		personal injury caused by misuse
		and improper operation or
		behavior.
	Tip	Useful information for completing
		a task.

	Note	Supplementary information.
	Note	Supplementary information.

< > or [ ]	Keys on the	Indicates a key on the keyboard,
	keyboard; User	or the UI on the screen. Do not
	Interface (UI) on	actually type the symbols
	the screen	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

Battery retainer A

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 battery retainer A to the left as shown to lock the battery pack into place (2).

2 Getting started

2. Connecting the power

The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory. Connect to the power source and start to charge your battery. You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.

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. The Joybook will automatically start charging the battery.

•Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your country/ region.

•When the battery is charging, the battery indicator appears in amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off.

Joybook R42 Series

Joybook C42 Series

•For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators, refer to "Indicators" on page 12.

Getting started

3. Opening your Joybook

Gently lift up the latchless lid that allows you to open the case easily.

4. Performing initial setup


Joybook R42 Series		Joybook C42 Series

Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the initial Windows Vista setup.

• Your Joybook R42/C42 Series works best with Windows Vista™ Home

Basic. Installing other operating systems that have not been tested is not recommended, and may not only void your warranty but also affect the functionality of your Joybook.

•The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification label on the product carton.

4 Getting started

Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook

Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook.

Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook and dial-up to the Internet or send a fax.

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.

Getting started

Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and enjoy movies or music.

Connect an earphone to the audio output socket to output sounds.

Connect a microphone to the microphone socket to record sounds.

Connect USB peripherals to the USB ports of your Joybook.

6 Getting started

Touring your Joybook

Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.

Front view

Joybook R42 Series

(3) Indicators

Refer to "Indicators" on page 12 for details.

(4) Built-in microphone

Receives sounds and voices for recording.

(5) Audio output socket

Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset or external speaker for playing Joybook audio.

(6) Microphone input socket

Can be used to connect to a microphone for recording sounds.

This socket is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It accepts both mono and stereo plugs.

(7)Touchpad

(8)Speakers

(9) Power button with LED

•Turns your Joybook on or off.

•When the system is on, it lights up in blue.

•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.

(1)	LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel	(10) Keyboard
(2)	Quick access buttons

Internet hotkey

Starts up the Internet Explorer Web browser.

E-mail hotkey

Starts up the Windows Mail e-mail client.

Customizable hotkey 1

Can be customized to open an application.

Touring your Joybook

The items listed here are those which are different to the “Joybook R42

Series” shown on page 7.

(1) Quick access buttons

Internet hotkey

Starts up the Internet Explorer Web browser.

E-mail hotkey

Starts up the Windows Mail e-mail client.

Bluetooth hotkey

Turns Bluetooth in your Joybook on or off.

Bluetooth is available on selected models.

(2) Indicators

Refer to "Indicators" on page 12 for details.

(3) Built-in microphone

Receives sounds and voices for recording.

(4) Speakers

(5) Power button with LED

• Turns your Joybook on or off.

• When the system is on, it lights up in blue.

Joybook C42 Series • 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.

8 Touring your Joybook

Left side view

(1) 15-pin D-sub video socket

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, ensure that your phone cable is of adequate capacity and approved for use with your local telecommunications supplier.

•This is the only telecommunications modem port on the Joybook. Please be careful to avoid plugging a narrow RJ-11 phone cable into the similar looking but wider RJ-45 LAN port adjacent.

(4) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45 connector)

Allows Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network.

Please be careful to avoid plugging a RJ-11 phone cable connector in the RJ-45 port. This will damage the LAN port. They look similar, but the RJ45 connector is wider than the RJ-11 connector, and has more conductors.

(5) USB port

For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 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

Right side view

(1) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD Super-Multi drive (available on selected models)

The type of the 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.

(2) Optical drive ejection button

Discs can be inserted/ejected by pressing this ejection button.

(3) Manual tray opening

If you wish to open the disc tray when your Joybook power is off, or it can’t be opened using the ejection button, insert a pointed object (like an opened paper clip) into the tray ejection hole next to the ejection button to release the disc tray.

(4) USB port

For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 interface.

(5) Power socket

For connecting AC power supply to power the Joybook and charge the battery.

10 Touring your Joybook

Rear view

(1) USB ports

For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 interface.

(2) Anti-theft Kensington lock slot

You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.

Bottom view

(1) MiniCard and memory expansion slot cover

Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of Joybook. There is also a MiniCard slot for using an optional MiniCard.

•A wireless network card in the MiniCard form-factor design may have been pre-installed on selected models.

•To remove the cover, a small Phillips head screwdriver is required.

•For more information about adding additional memory, the limit of maximum memory, or the types of BenQ certified memory modules for your Joybook, refer to "Installing additional memory" on page 32.

(2) Battery retainer B

Secures the battery in place.

(3) Battery pack

Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected.

(4) Battery retainer A

Secures the battery in place.

Touring your Joybook

Indicators

Joybook R42 Series

(1) Wireless network/Bluetooth indicator

•When the wireless LAN is on, it lights up in blue.

•When the wireless LAN is off, the blue light goes off.

•When the Bluetooth is on, it lights up in amber.

•When the Bluetooth is off, the amber light goes off.

•When the wireless LAN and Bluetooth are both on, it lights up in purple.

(2) Power indicator

•When the system is on, it lights up in blue.

•When the system is in Suspend mode, it lights up in amber.

•When the system is off or in Hibernation, the light goes off.

Joybook C42 Series

(3) Battery indicator

•When the system is on and the battery is in use, it lights up in blue.

•When the battery is charging, it lights up in amber.

•When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off.

•Flashing blue indicates that the battery is running low.

•Flashing amber indicates that the battery is malfunctioning, in which case you should contact service personnel.

(4) Caps Lock indicator

Lights up in blue when the Caps Lock is activated.

(5) Num Lock indicator

Lights up in blue when the Num Lock is activated.

(6) Hard disk activity indicator

Flashes in blue when the data in the hard disk drive is being accessed.

(7) Optical drive activity indicator

Flashes in blue when the optical drive is being accessed.

12 Touring your Joybook

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