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Joybook models covered by this manual
This manual contains the information about the following Joybook models:
• Joybook S73V 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.
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in
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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.
Chapter titleDescription
Overview
Getting started
Touring your Joybook
Getting started with
Windows Vista
Using your Joybook
Using BIOS setup
Recovering your
system
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 information about Windows Vista.
Basic and advanced information about
operating your Joybook.
Information about how to use the BIOS
setup utility.
Information about using system recovery
tools.
Information about how to connect your
Joybook to external display devices.
Information about how to add additional
RAM 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
ItemMeaning
WarningInformation mainly to prevent the
damage to components, data, or
personal injury caused by misuse
and improper operation or
behavior.
TipUseful information for completing
a task.
NoteSupplementary information.
Indicates a key on the keyboard,
keyboard; User
Interface (UI) on
the screen
or the UI on the screen. Do not
actually type the symbols
together with the enclosed letters.
Overview1
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 B
2
1
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 B to
the left as shown to lock the battery pack into place (2).
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
Getting started2
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.
4.Performing initial setup
• The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators, refer to
Indicators" on page 11.
"
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 Vista setup.
• Your Joybook S73V Series works best with Windows Vista™ Home
Basic, Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Windows Vista™ Business, or
Windows Vista™ Ultimate. 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.
Getting started3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or projector) to the
15-pin mini D-sub video socket of your Joybook.
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor) to the DVI-D
socket of your Joybook.
Getting started4
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.
Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and enjoy
movies or music.
Connect an earphone or microphone to the earphone or microphone
sockets to output or record sounds.
Insert a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, MMC, or xD memory
card following the direction indicated on the card to exchange files.
Getting started5
Connect digital camcorders and high-speed storage equipment to this
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Port.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Getting started6
Output video images on your Joybook to a TV or AV device that has an SVideo Input socket by connecting it to the S-Video Out socket on your
Joybook.
Unless you intend to use the sound reproduction output of the built-in
Joybook speakers, you will also need to separately connect the Joybook
audio output socket to an appropriate sound reproduction device.
Tour i n g your Joyb ook
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may be
different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Front view
(2)
(1)
(10)
(1) 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.
(2) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(6)(7)(8)(9)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(3) Speakers
(4)Power switch 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.
(5) Keyboard
(6) Tou c hp ad
(7)Audio input socket
Can be used to connect to a Hi-Fi set, radio, synthesizer, walkman, etc.
(8)Microphone input socket
Can be used to connect to a microphone for recording sounds.
This socket is for standard analog audio using 3.5mm stereo plugs only.
(9)Earphone/SPDIF audio output socket
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset or external speaker
for playing Joybook audio.
SPDIF (Sony-Philips Digital Interface Format) is a fibre optic digital
audio outlet for 'Mini Optical' 3.5mm plugs. It shares a common
socket in the Joybook with a standard analog audio outlet for 3.5mm
stereo plugs.
• To activate SPDIF, go to Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and select
Sound. Select SPDIF Interface under the Playback tab, click Set Default,
and then click OK.
• Supported digital audio formats: DTS, Dolby Digital, and Microsoft WMA
Pro Audio.
(10)Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
Touring your Joybook7
Left side view
(1)(2)(3) (4)(5) (6) (7) (8)(9)(10)
(1) 15-pin mini D-sub video socket
For connecting external display devices, such as monitors and projectors.
(2)IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port
For connecting high-speed peripherals such as digital video cameras and other
consumer electronics devices that use the IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface.
(3) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping the computer at an optimal temperature.
/
(4)Wireless connection switch
Use this switch to activate/deactivate the wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions.
(5)S-Video Out socket
Allows the Joybook to output video signals to S-Video capable devices, such as a
television set or VCR.
For details, refer to "S-Video output" on page 29.
(6)
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
• This is the only telecommunications modem port on the Joybook. Please be
Touring your Joybook8
Modem port (RJ-11 connector)
and approved for use with your local telecommunications supplier.
careful to avoid plugging a narrow RJ-11 phone cable into the similar looking
but wider RJ-45 LAN port adjacent.
(7)
Allows Joybook to connect to a 10/100/1000Mbps fast Ethernet 1000BASE-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 RJ-45 connector
is wider than the RJ-11 connector, and has more conductors.
LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45 connector)
(8)USB port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players that
use the USB 2.0 interface.
(9)Five-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, MMC, or xD memory card.
(10) 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.
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 discs. Discs can be inserted/ejected by pressing the
small ejection button on the drive.
(1)(3)(4)(2)
(3)USB port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players
that use the USB 2.0 interface.
(4)Power socket
For connecting AC power supply to power the Joybook and charge the
battery.
(2) 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.
Touring your Joybook9
Rear view
Bottom view
(1)
(1)(2)(3)
(1)USB 2.0 ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital cameras and MP3 players
that use the USB 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.
(3)DVI-D socket
For connecting external display devices that have DVI-D sockets, such as
monitors and projectors.
(2)
(3)
(1) MiniCard slot, memory expansion slot, and CPU
compartment
Inside the cover, you can find the CPU and 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 31.
(2) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(3) Battery pack
Supplies power to Joybook when external power is not connected.
(4) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
(4)
Touring your Joybook10
Indicators
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)
(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 Standby, it lights up in amber.
• When the system is off or in Hibernation, the light goes off.
(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 Joybook is accessing data in the hard disk drive.