chiliGREEN A15CR03 User Manual

User Guide

Notice

The illustrations in this user’s manual are for reference only. Actual product speci󰘰cations may vary with territories.
The information in this user’s manual is subject to change without notice.
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Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Notice ...............................................................................................2
Preface .............................................................................................5
1.1 Regulations Information ..................................................5
1.2 Safety Instructions...........................................................7
1.3 Notes for this Manual ......................................................8
1.4 Release History ...............................................................9
Getting to know the basics .............................................................10
2.1 Product Speci󰘰cation ....................................................10
2.2 Preparing your Computer ..............................................13
2.3 Product Overview ..........................................................14
2.3.1 Top-Open View ...................................................14
2.3.2 Bottom Side View ................................................16
2.3.3 Right Side View ...................................................17
2.3.4 Left Side View .....................................................18
2.3.5 Front Side View ...................................................19
Getting Started ...............................................................................20
3.1 AC Adapter....................................................................20
3.2 Installing the battery pack .............................................21
3.3 Knowing the Keyboard ..................................................23
3.3.1 Windows 7/ XP for keyboard users .....................24
3.3.2 Windows 8 for keyboard users ............................26
3.4 Using the touchpad .......................................................28
3.4.1 Windows 7/ XP Touchpad Usage .......................29
3.4.2 Windows 8 Touchpad Usage ..............................32
BIOS SETUP ..................................................................................34
4.1 About BIOS Setup .........................................................34
4.1.1 When to Use BIOS Setup ?.................................34
4.1.2 How to Run BIOS Setup ?...................................34
4.2 BIOS Setup Menu .........................................................35
4.2.1 Info Menu ............................................................36
4.2.2 Main Menu...........................................................37
4.2.3 Advanced Menu ..................................................39
4.2.4 Security Menu .....................................................40
4.2.5 Boot Menu ...........................................................42
4.2.6 Exit Menu ............................................................43

Preface

1.1 Regulations Information

• FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the authority to operate equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o󰘯 and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit di󰘯erent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the guarantee of this device could void the user's au­thority to operate the equipment.
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CE compliance
This device is classed as a technical information equipment (ITE) in class B and is intended for use in living room and o󰘲ce. The CE-mark approves the conformity by the EU-guidelines:
- EMV-guideline 89/336/EWG electromagnetic tolerance
- LVD-guideline 73/23/EWG use of electric devices within certain
voltage-limits
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1.2 Safety Instructions

The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Computer. Follow all Precautions and instructions.
Do not place this device underneath heavy loads or in an unstable position.
Do not use or expose this device around magnetic 󰘰elds as magnetic interference may a󰘯ect the performance of the device.
Do not expose this device to high levels of direct sunlight, high-humidity or wet conditions.
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Do not block the air vents to this device or impede the air󰘱ow in any way.
Do NOT expose to or use near liquid, rain, or moisture.
Do NOT use the modem during electrical storms.
• The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C (95°F).
Do not subject it to temperatures below 5°C (41°F) or above 35°C (95°F).
• CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY
AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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1.3 Notes for this Manual

CAUTION! Important information that must be followed for safe op-
eration.
NOTE : Information for special situations.
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1.4 Release History

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Version
1.0
Revision Note
First Released
Date
10.2012
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Getting to know the basics

2.1 Product Speci󰘰cation
This User’s Manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to operate this notebook. It is recommended to read this manual carefully before using this notebook.
Physical Characteristic
Dimension
Weight
・CPU
Support Processor (Optional)
・Core Chips
Express Chipset (Optional)
14": 343.57 × 236.6 × 34.5 mm (w/o rubber foot)
15.6": 382 × 255 × 35.9 mm (w/o rubber foot)
14": 1.91kg w/4cells ; 2.0kg w/6cells
15.6": 2.63kg w/4cells ; 2.73kg w/6cells
(depend upon the actually shipping product)
Intel® Chief River Ivy Bridge Intel® Huron River Sandy Bridge
Intel® HM76 / Intel® HM75 / Intel® HM70
・Memory
DDRIII
DDR3 1066/1333 MHz, RAM socket x2
・Power
AC Adapter 65 Watts, 2 Pin
Battery
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Li-ion Battery
・Storage
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HDD
Card reader
・Optical Device
ODD
・I/O Port
DC-in
USB (Optional)
CRT
RJ45
Phone jacks for
2.5” SATA HDD support
4 in 1 Card Reader Card
12.7mm SATA ODD support
x 1
USB2.0 x 2 + USB3.0 x 1 or USB2.0 x 3
x 1
x 1
x 2 (microphone/ headphone)
Card Reader
HDMI
・Audio
Audio Codec
Speaker/MIC
・Input
Keyboard
Pointing Device
x 1 (SD/MS/MMC/MS pro)
x 1
Azalia standard support, D3 mode support
Build-in 2 speakers and internal MIC support
Standard NB KB
PS2 Touch Pad with 2 buttons
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・Display
VGA (Optional)
LCD
・Communication Port
LAN
Wireless LAN
Bluetooth (Optional)
・Webcam
Webcam or HD webcam (Optional)
Integrated Graphic or Integrated HD Graphic
14.0" HD, 16:9 LED type, resolution 1366 x 768
15.6" HD, 16:9 LED type, resolution 1366 x 768
10/100/1000 Mb/Sec
IEEE802.11b/g/n support
BT 3.0 & 4.0, USB interface support
Build-in Webcam module
CAUTION : MODEL IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE FOLLOWING
AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY.
Manufacture: APD Model: DA-65A19
Manufacture: Delta Model: ADP-65JH AB
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2.2 Preparing your Computer

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Turn your notebook computer upside down so the bottom is
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facing up.
Insert the battery pack as shown into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Then slide the lock/unlock latches into the lock position.
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Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC power connector.
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To open your notebook computer.
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Press the power button to turn on your notebook computer.
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2.3 Product Overview

This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook.
NOTE: The product’s color, I/O port, indicator location, and speci󰘰-
cation will depend upon the actually shipping product.

2.3.1 Top-Open View

The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook.
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CAUTION: When you are not using the computer, keep the LCD
screen closed to protect it from dust.
Function DescriptionTop Side Components
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Webcam (Optional)
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LCD screen
2
Power Button
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Keyboard
4
Touchpad
5
Left and right
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touchpad buttons
Power Status LED
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The built-in Webcam allows picture taking or video recording.
Displays of your notebook computer.
Turns on the power of your notebook computer.
The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel.
Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the mouse.
The left and right buttons function like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse.
The Power indicator shows the Power status.
Wireless Status LED
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Battery Status LED
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HDD Status LED
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Microphone
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Internet Quick Launch
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Button (Optional)
Multi-Media Quick
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Launch Button (Optional)
The Wireless indicator shows the Wireless status.
The Battery indicator shows the Battery status.
The HDD indicator shows the HDD status.
Built-in microphone.
The key provides quick launch internet.
The key provides quick launch media player.
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2.3.2 Bottom Side View

Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the computer.
NOTE : The product’s thermal vent will depend upon the actually
shipping product.
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Top Side Components
4-in-1 Card Reader
1
Battery lock latch
2
Battery pack
3
Function Description
SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Memory Card.
Slide to lock / unlock the battery ( Battery Release).
Insert the battery into this compartment.
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CAUTION: Do not put the computer on your LAP or other Parts of
the body to avoid injury from the heat.

2.3.3 Right Side View

Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the computer.
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2
Top Side Components
Headphone jack
1
Microphone jack
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3
4 5
Function Description
Connects ampli󰘰ed speakers or headphones into this jack.
Connects a microphone into this jack.
USB Ports
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Optical drive
4
Eject button
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Connects an USB device. (such as USB Zip drive, keyboard or mouse) into this jack.
Slot for inserting a disc.
Ejects the CD/DVD disc.
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2.3.4 Left Side View

Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the computer.
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Top Side Components
Power Connector
1
Function Description
Connects the AC adapter into this connector.
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HDMI Port
Network Jack
3
External monitor
4
Connects an external monitor.
Connects network
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Connects an external monitor.
connector
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USB Port
Connects an USB device (such as USB Zip drive, keyboard or mouse) into this jack.
-Intelligent charging for external USB device in power o󰘯 mode. (Press power button in 5secs when power o󰘯, than the USB LED indicator is brightness, the charging function is enable. Press power button in 1sec, it can be disable the charging function.)
-Enhance USB power from 500mA to 1.5A
Thermal Vent.
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Vent

2.3.5 Front Side View

Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the computer.
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Top Side Components
Stereo speakers
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2
4-in-1 Card Reader
Function Description
Produce stereo sound.
SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Memory Card.
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Getting Started

3.1 AC Adapter

Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power while using this notebook for the 󰘰rst time. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately.
Note that the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook; using other adapter model may damage either the notebook or other devices attached to it.
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CAUTION: Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result
in damage to your notebook. The notebook comes with its own AC adapter. Do not use a di󰘯erent adapter to power the computer and other electrical devices.
NOTE: 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.

3.2 Installing the battery pack

Insert the battery pack as shown into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Then slide the lock / unlock latches into the lock position.
Unlock
Battery pack
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Lock
NOTE:
Battery pack
Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the com turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.
puter is
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CAUTION! Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer. All batteries are not the same and therefore should not be treated as such. Using the wrong battery could cause serious dam­age to your computer and yourself through toxic emissions.
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufac­turer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power.
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3.3 Knowing the Keyboard

The following de󰘰nes the colored hot keys on the Keyboard.
The colored commands can only be accessed by 󰘰rst pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.
• Keyboard for Windows 7/XP :
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• Keyboard for Windows 8 :
NOTE: The keyboard di󰘯ers for each territory.
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3.3.1 Windows 7/ XP for keyboard usersWindows 7/ XP for keyboard users
To activate these functions, press and hold down <Fn> together with the keys described below:
Function Keys
Keypad
BT on/o󰘯: (Optional)
“When users would like to upgrade BT2.1 to BT3.0, please power on Fn+F4 WiFi function 󰘰rst, but cannot connect to WLAN AP (WLAN Access Points). Only WLAN module RTL8188CE could support BT3.0 feature. BT3.0 will advance OPP, FTP & PAN pro󰘰le throughput performance.”
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+
Suspend:
Power Saving:
Function Description
Press this key combination (Fn+Esc) to enter BTon/o󰘯 mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F1) to enter sleep mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F2) to enter power saving mode (CPU will keep the lowest speed).
Press this key combination (Fn+F3) to enter LCD/CRT/HDMI mode. Changes
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LCD/CRT/ HDMI mode:
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WLAN
Display Mode: LCD only, LCD+ CRT, CRT only, HDMI+CRT, HDMI only, LCD+HDMI simultaneously.
Press this key combination (Fn+F4) to enter WLAN on/o󰘯 mode.
on/o󰘯:
“When users disable WLAN function, WLAN device will be removed from Windows Device Manager or not is depending on WLAN module itself power design.”
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Function Keys
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Keypad
+
+
+
+
OSD: (on screen display):
Touch pad:
Webcam on/o󰘯:
MUTE:
Function Description
Press this key combination (Fn+F5) to show a OSD bar for knowing the de󰘰nition of function keys.
Press this key combination (Fn+F6) to enter Touch pad mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F7) to enter Webcam on/o󰘯 mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F8) to enter MUTE mode.
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Volume down:
+
Volume
Press this key combination (Fn+F9) to enter Volume down mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+ to enter Volume up mode.
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)
up:
Press this key combination (Fn+F11)
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Brightness down:
Brightness
+
up:
to decrease brightness of LCD display.
Press this key combination (Fn+F12) to increase brightness of LCD display.
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3.3.2 Windows 8 for keyboard usersWindows 8 for keyboard users
To activate these functions, press and hold down <Fn> together with the keys described below:
Function Keys
Keypad
+
+
+
Suspend:
Power Saving:
LCD/CRT/ HDMI mode:
Function Description
Press this key combination (Fn+F1) to enter sleep mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F2) to enter power saving mode (CPU will keep the lowest speed).
Press this key combination (Fn+F3) to enter LCD/CRT/HDMI mode. Changes Display Mode: LCD only, LCD+ CRT, CRT only, HDMI+CRT, HDMI only, LCD+HDMI simultaneously.
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RADIO on/o󰘯:
Annotation: FN+F4 is combo key for Bluetooth and WIFI function on/o󰘯. OSD instruction will show WIFI icon only.
OSD:
+
(on screen display):
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Press this key combination (Fn+F4) to turn all radios on or o󰘯.
Press this key combination (Fn+F5) to show a OSD bar for knowing the de󰘰nition of function keys.
Function Keys
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Keypad
+
+
+
+
Touch pad:
Webcam on/o󰘯:
MUTE:
Volume down:
Function Description
Press this key combination (Fn+F6) to enter Touch pad mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F7) to enter Webcam on/o󰘯 mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F8) to enter MUTE mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F9) to enter Volume down mode.
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Volume up:
Brightness
+
down:
Brightness
+
up:
Press this key combination (Fn+F10) to enter Volume up mode.
Press this key combination (Fn+F11) to decrease brightness of LCD display.
Press this key combination (Fn+F12) to increase brightness of LCD display.
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3.4 Using the touchpad

The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slide it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons.
Press the left 1 and right 2 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to make selections and run functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces similar results.
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CAUTION: Keep your 󰘰ngers dry and clean while using the touch­pad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean. The touchpad is sensi­tive to 󰘰nger movements. Therefore, the lighter the touch, the better theresponse. Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad’s re­sponsiveness.
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3.4.1 Windows 7/ XPWindows 7/ XP Touchpad Usage
Multi-󰘰nger gesture input
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Finger gesture
Zooming In/Out
Rotation
Scroll Up
Function Description
Zooming In
Rotating Left
or
Zooming Out
Rotating Right
Scroll Down
Scroll Left/Right
On-pad Scroll
On-pad Scroll
Two-󰘰nger Left
Two-󰘰nger Up
or
Two-󰘰nger Down
Two-󰘰nger Right
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Finger gesture
Play Slide Show
End Slide Show
Page Up
Function Description
Three-󰘰nger Up
Three-󰘰nger Down
Page Down
Three-󰘰nger Left
Three-󰘰nger Right
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If users do not install Touchpad gesture driver, then they could follow below 󰘰nger gesture to execute Touchpad scrolling up and down function.
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Finger gesture
Scroll Up
Scroll Down
On-pad Scroll
On-pad Scroll
Function Description
or
One-󰘰nger Up
or
One-󰘰nger Down
or
Two-󰘰nger Up
or
Two-󰘰nger Down
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3.4.2 Windows 8Windows 8 Touchpad Usage
Win8 Touch Pad Gesture
Modern touchpad gesture: A Windows 8 modern touchpad should support the core touch
gestures described in the following table.
Finger gesture
Single-󰘰nger Slides
Single/two-󰘰nger tap, double tap
Two-󰘰nger Slides
Function Description
Mouse cursor manipulation
Primary button click, double click at cursor location
Horizontal or vertical scroll (mouse wheel)
Two-󰘰nger Pinch
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Zoom
( + mouse wheel )
Finger gesture
Function Description
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Swipe in from the right edge
Swipe down from the top edge
Swipe in from the left edge
Toggle the charms
( + )
Toggle the app commands
( + )
Switch to last application
( + + )
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BIOS SETUP

4.1 About BIOS Setup

4.1.1 When to Use BIOS Setup ?

You may need to run the BIOS Setup when:
An error message appears on the screen during the system
booting
・ You want to change the default settings for customized
features.
・You want to reload the default BIOS settings.

4.1.2 How to Run BIOS Setup ?

up and is requested to run SETUP.
To run the BIOS Setup Utility, turn on the notebook and press the [Del] key during the POST procedure.
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, either restart the system by turning it OFF and ON, or simultaneously pressing [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del] keys to restart.
Be noted that the screen snaps and setting options in this chapter are for your references only.The actual setting screens and options on your Notebook may be di󰘯erent because of BIOS update.
The setup function only can be invoked by pressing [Del] or [F2] key during POST that provide a approach to change some setting and con󰘰guration the user prefer, and the changed values will save in the NVRAM and will take e󰘯ect after the system rebooted. The setup uses a menu interface to allow the user to con󰘰gure their system and the features are brie󰘱y listed as follow.
Press [F7] key for Boot Menu.
NOTE : The drivers, BIOS and utilities bundled in the support DVD
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may vary by models and are subject to change without notice.

4.2 BIOS Setup Menu

Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Select the tags to enter the other menus.
Info Menu
Show System Information about BIOS version,CPU features and Manufacturer.
Main Menu
Show system overview about memory size, main HDD or ODD and setting of system time and date.
Advanced Menu
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To select the XD feature enable or disable XD feature only work with Intel platform + Windows.
Security Menu
Install or clear the password settings for supervisor and user.
Boot Menu
Con󰘰gure Settings during System Boot.
EXIT Menu
Save or discard the changes before leaving the BIOS Setup Menu.
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4.2.1 Info Menu

・System Information
This item provides the information about the 󰘰rmware, processor, and system memory.
・BIOS Information
BIOS VERSION : BIOS version
EC VERSION : EC version
Build Date : BIOS Build Date
・Processor : Processor Type / Processor Speed
・Manufacturer : Manufacturer Name
・Product Name : Product Name
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4.2.2 Main Menu

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・System Date
This item allows you to set the system date. The date format is [day:month:date:year].
Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a 󰘰eld.
・System Time
This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode. The time format is [hour:minute:second].
Use [+] or [-] to con󰘰gure system Time.
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Day
Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only).
Month (Month)
The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December).
Date (Date)
Year (Year)
The date from 01 to 31.
The year can be adjusted by users.
・Memory Information
This item provides the information about the system memory.
・Total Memory
This allows you to see the total amount of memory.
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4.2.3 Advanced Menu

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・Execute-Disable Bit
When disabled, force the XD feature 󰘱ag to always return 0.
・SATA Mode Selection
SATA AHCI mode or IDE mode select.
・Serial ATA Port 0/1
While entering setup,BIOS auto detects the presence of AHCI devices. This displays the status of auto detection of AHCI devices.
・Trusted Computing
Turn TPM Enable/Disable. NOTE: Your Computer will reboot during restart in order to change State of TPM.
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4.2.4 Security Menu

・Change Administrator Password
When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below:
Enter New Password
Type a maximum of 20-digit password and press [Enter].
The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You may also press [ESC] to abandon new password setting.
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Select Change User Password to give or to abandon password set­ting same as Change Administrator Password item above.
Note that Administrator Password 󰘰eld allows users to enter and change the settings of the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, while User Pass­word 󰘰eld only allows users to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY with­out having the authorization to make any change.
The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS pass­word protection that is implemented.
To clear a set Administrator Password/ User Password, just press [Enter] under Change Administrator Password/ Change User Pass­word 󰘰eld when you are prompted to enter the password. A mes­sage box will pop up con󰘰rming password will be disabled. Once the password is disabled, the system will boot and user can enter setup without entering password.
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4.2.5 Boot Menu

・Boot Con󰘰guration
Con󰘰gure Settings during System Boot.
・LAN Remote Boot:
Boot from LAN or not.
・Set Boot Priority (1st/2nd/3rd/..... Boot)
Speci󰘰es the boot sequence from the available devices. A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.
USB KEY Drive / UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities
Speci󰘰es the Boot Device Priority sequence.
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4.2.6 Exit Menu

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・Save Changes and Exit
Exit system setup after saving the changes. F4 key can be used for this operation.
・Discard Changes and Exit
Exit system setup without saving any changes. ESC key can be used for this operation.
・Discard Changes
Discards changes done so far to any of the setup questions. F2 key can be used for this operation.
・Restore Defaults
Restore/Load Defaults values for all the setup options. F3 key can be used for this operation.
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