CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU START ........................................................................................... 5
Make sure you have everything .................................................................................... 5
Familiarize yourself with the computer........................................................................ 6
OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL............................................................................... 6
FRONT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................... 7
LEFT SIDE OVERVIEW ............................................................................................. 9
RIGHT SIDE OVERVIEW ......................................................................................... 10
BACK OVERVIEW .................................................................................................... 12
BOTTOM OVERVIEW .............................................................................................. 13
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................ 14
Power Sources .............................................................................................................. 14
CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS .............................................................. 14
RECHARGING THE BATTERY ................................................................................ 15
Starting Your Notebook ................................................................................................ 16
POWER ON .............................................................................................................. 16
STATUS INDICATORS ............................................................................................. 17
USING FUNCTION KEYS ........................................................................................ 19
USING THE TOUCHPAD ......................................................................................... 20
MEMORY MODULE UPGRADE .............................................................................. 21
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................... 22
Identifying the Problem ................................................................................................ 22
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TAKING CARE OF YOUR NOTEBOOK PC
To prevent possible overheating of the computer's
processor, make sure you don't block the
openings provided for ventilation.
DO NOT
surfaces.
DO NOT
and apply heavy pressure on it.
place on uneven or unstable work
place or drop objects on the computer
DO NOT
DO NOT
harsh conditions.
DO NOT
fields.
DO NOT
use your notebook computer under
subject the computer to magnetic
use or store in extreme temperatures.
DO NOT
expose to direct sunlight.
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Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity
by keeping it away fromA/C and heating vents.
DO NOT expose the computer to rain or
moisture.
DO NOT place near fire or other sources of heat.
DO NOT expose to dust and/or corrosive
chemicals.
DO NOT spray water or any other cleaning fluids
directly on the display.
DO NOT slam your notebook shut and never pick
up or hold your notebook by the display.
If you are traveling with your computer, remember
to carry it as hand luggage. Do not check it in as
baggage.
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BEFORE YOU START
Make sure you have everything
When you receive your notebook PC, unpack it carefully, and check to make sure you have all
the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have the following:
• Notebook Computer
• AC adapter with power cord
• Driver and Applications CD
• Quick Start Guide or User Guide
Depending upon the configuration of your notebook, you may also need the following items:
• Dual DVD+/-RW Application CD
• Super Multi DVD RW Application CD
• Blu-ray/DVD RW Application Disc
Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the
following pages to learn about all of your notebook components.
NOTE
Depending on the model you purchased, the actual appearance of your notebook
may vary from that shown in this manual.
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BEFORE YOU START
Familiarize yourself with the computer
OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL
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FRONT OVERVIEW
The following is an overview of the front of the notebook.
Status Indicator Lights
Keyboard
BEFORE YOU START
Camera
Touch Panel
Suspend/
Power On Button
TouchPad
Pointing Device
Microphone
Camera
The built-in HD/VGA camera allows you to snap a photo or create a video chat or video conference
with just a click.
Microphone
The built-in microphone allows for the reception and transmission of voice and/or other audio
data to any program capable of accepting such input.
Touch panel
The touch panel is a multi-touch support pointing device.
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