Clevo M570TU User guide

V09.2.00

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Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information
contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or
any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear
in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse)
of this publication.
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©March 2009

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this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended fo r home
or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineer­ing or disassembly is prohibited.
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for comp liance
could void the user's authority to operate the 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
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
And

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This

equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator
and your body.

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Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not ex­pressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standard s could void your authority to operate the
equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury
to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sin k or laundry tub, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There

may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit (Full Range AC/DC Adapter - AC Input 100 -

240V, 50 - 60Hz/ DC Output 20V, 6.A (120W) minimum).

CAUTION

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER, TELE-

COMMUNICATION LINE CORD

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This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.

Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable
surface.

Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele-

ment. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly dam­aged.

Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or mois­ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com­puter in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
Vents/Fan Intakes.

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3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other

strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Follow the proper workin g procedu res for t he comput er. Shut the computer down properly and don’t for ge t

to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.

Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Use only approved brands of
peripherals.

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Do not disassemble the com­puter by yourself.

Unplug the power cord befor e
attaching peripheral devices.

Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.

Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

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• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a

steady , uninterru pted power suppl y. If you are unsure of your local power specifications,
consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third

prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access
to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not

by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current

load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power

supplies (i.e. AC/DC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power
cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if
it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.

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Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake
any upgrade proce­dures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and discon­nected all peripherals
and cables (including
telephone lines). It is
advisable to also re­move your battery in
order to prevent acci­dentally turning the
machine on.

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Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.

• Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on.

• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even

if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly
result in fire.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service repre sent ative or qual-

ified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries

may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal & Caution

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life,
under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery in to the municipal waste stream. Check with
your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalen t type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth.
Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the
computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from the
power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:

• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.

• If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.

• If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upg rade, remember to replace the cover(s) and
screw(s) before turning the computer on.

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Travel Considerations

Packing

As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:

1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.

2. Power off the computer and peripherals.

3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.

4. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.

5. The AC/DC adapter uses volt ages from 100 to 240 volt s so you won’t need a second volt age adapter. However ,

check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.

6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any perip herals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’ adapters

and/or cables.

8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both

hardware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.

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Power Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container). Putting a
notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vents/Fan Intakes to be blocked. To pre vent your computer
from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intakes while the computer is in use.

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On the Road

In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting,
keep these points in mind:

Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very
common. Don’t check it with “normal” luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful. Avoid knock­ing the computer against hard objects.

Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the com­puter, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your computer and
disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to turn it on). Note:
Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.

Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in flight.
These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead compartment, make
sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.

Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC/DC adapter and keep your battery(ies)
charged.

Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the computer.
Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.

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Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time.
Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or
other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

•Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the
level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.

•Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place you r fe et fl at on the floor or on a
footrest if necessary.

•Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

•Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when
you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

•Alter your posture frequently.

•Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

•Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent and
short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

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Lighting

Proper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

LCD Screen Care

To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors (caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for
an extended period of time) take the following precautions:

• Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idl e time.

• Use a rotating, moving or blank screen saver (this prevents an image from being displayed too long).

• Rotate desktop background images every few days.

• Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use.

Cable TV Safety

If you have included a TV Tuner in your purchase option then pay careful attention to the following:

• Make sure that your CATV system installer has connected the Coaxial cable shield to the grounding system of the

building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

• This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-93 of the NEC (Section 54, Part

I of the Canadian Electrical Code).

• The TV antenna supplied with any TV Tuner module is intended for indoor use only. Please do not use your TV Tuner

module outdoors.

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Contents

Notice ................................................................................. I

FCC Statement .............................................................II

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: ................... III

Instructions for Care and Operation ........................... V

Power Safety .............................................................VII

Battery Precautions ................................................. VIII

Cleaning ..................................................................... IX

Servicing .................................................................... IX

Travel Considerations .................................................X

Quick Start Guide

Overview ........................................................................1-1

Advanced Users ...........................................................1-2

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users ......................1-2

Warning Boxes ............................................................1-2

Not Included ................................................................1-2

Model Differences .......................................................1-3

System Software ..........................................................1-4

System Startup ...............................................................1-5

Operating System Setup ................................................1-6

Configuring the OS Setting ...................................... ..1-6

System Map: LCD Panel Open ......................................1-7

LED Indicators ................................................. .... ..........1-8

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Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard .......................................1-9

Function/Hot Key Indicators .......................................1-10

System Map: Front & Rear Views ...............................1-11

System Map: Right View .............................................1-12

System Map: Left View ...............................................1-13

System Map: Bottom View ..........................................1-14

Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel ...............1-15

Video Features .............................................................1-16

Display Devices & Options ......................... .... .... ... ...1-17

Power Options ............................................ .... .... ..........1-18

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio &
Printer

Overview ........................................................................2-1

Hard Disk Drive .............................................................2-2

Optical Device ...............................................................2-3

Loading Discs ..............................................................2-3

Handling CDs or DVDs ...............................................2-4

DVD Regional Codes ..................................................2-5

7-in-1 Card Reader .........................................................2-6

ExpressCard Slot ............................................................2-7

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse .......................................2-8

Audio Features ...............................................................2-9

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Setup for Audio Recording .......................................2-10

Setup for 5.1 Surround Sound ..................................2-11

Adding a Printer ...........................................................2-13

USB Printer ...............................................................2-13

Install Instructions: ............ .... .... ...............................2-13

Parallel Printer ...........................................................2-13

Power Management

Overview ........................................................................3-1

The Power Sources .......................................... .... .... ......3-2

AC/DC Adapter .............. .............................................3-2

Battery .........................................................................3-2

Turning on the Computer ...............................................3-3

Power Plans ...................................................................3-4

Power-Saving States ......................................................3-6

Sleep ...........................................................................3-6

Hibernate ....................................................................3-7

Shut Down ..................................................................3-7

Configuring the Power Buttons .....................................3-8

Resuming Operation ...................................................3-9

Battery Information .....................................................3-10

Battery Power ........................................................... 3-10

Conserving Battery Power ...........................................3-11

Battery Life .............................................................. ....3-12

New Battery ..............................................................3-12

Recharging the Batter y with the AC/DC Adapter .....3-12

Proper handling of the Battery Pack .........................3-13

Battery FAQ ..............................................................3-14

Drivers & Utilities

What to Install ............................................................... .4-1

Module Driver Installation ..........................................4-1

Driver Installation ..........................................................4-2

Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ...................4-4

User Account Control (Win Vista) ..............................4-4

Windows Security Message .........................................4-4

New Hardware Found ..................................................4-4

Driver Installation Procedure .......................................4-5

Chipset ........................................................................ 4-5

Video ..........................................................................4-5

Audio ..........................................................................4-6

Modem ........................................................................ 4-6

LAN ............................................................................4-6

Card Reader/ExpressCard ..........................................4-6

TouchPad .................................................................... 4-6

Hot Key ......................................................................4-7

e-SATA Support .........................................................4-7

Optional Drivers ..........................................................4-8

PC Camera Module ....................................................4-8

Wireless LAN Module .............................................. .4-8

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Fingerprint Reader Module ........................................4-8

TV Tuner Module .......................................................4-9

Intel Turbo Memory Technology Driver ....................4-9

BIOS Utilities

Overview ........................................................................5-1

The Power-On Self Test (POST) ................................... 5-2

Failing the POST .........................................................5-3

Fatal Errors .................................................................5-3

Non-Fatal Errors .........................................................5-3

The Setup Utility ............................................................5-4

Entering Setup ................................................... .... ......5-4

Setup Screens ......................................................... ......5-5

Main Menu .....................................................................5-6

System Time & Date (Main Menu) ...............................5-6

SATA Port 1/2/3 (Main Menu) ......................................5-7

System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) .....................5-7

BIOS Revision/VGA Card etc. (Main Menu) ...............5-7

Advanced Menu .............................................................5-8

Installed O/S (Advanced Menu) ....................................5-8

SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu) ....................5-9

Legacy USB Support (Advanced Menu) .......................5-9

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: (Advanced Menu) ..........5-9

Fan Control (Advanced Menu) ....................................5-10

Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) .....................5-10

Legacy OS Boot (Advanced Menu) .............................5-10

Reset Configuration Data: (Advanced Menu) .............5-10

Battery Low Alarm Beep: (Advanced Menu) ..............5-10

DFOROM (Robson) Support (Advanced Menu > SATA

Mode Selection [AHCI] ...............................................5-11

Security Menu ..............................................................5-12

Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ..................5-12

Password on boot: (Security Menu) .............................5-13

Fixed disk boot sector: (Security Menu) ......................5-13

Boot Menu ...................................................................5-14

Exit Menu ....................................................................5-15

Upgrading The Computer

Overview ........................................................................6-1

When Not to Upgrade ..................................................6-2

Removing the Battery ....................................................6-3

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive .....................................6-4

Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) ........................6-7

Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device ..................6-10

Modules

Overview ........................................................................7-1

Bluetooth Module .......................................................... 7 -2

Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Vista ...............7-3

PC Camera Module ........................................................7-6

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PC Camera Driver Installation ...................................7-7

PC Camera Audio Setup .............................................7-8

Wireless LAN Module .................................................7-14

Intel® Wi-Fi Link 5100/5300 Series (802.11 a/g/n) Driv-

er Installation ............................................................7-14

Connecting to a Wireless Network ............................7-15

Windows Mobility Center .........................................7-18

Fingerprint Reader Module ..........................................7-19

User Enrollment ................................................ .... ....7-20

Fingerprint Control Center Features .........................7-24

USB TV Tuner Module ...............................................7-25

Consumer Infrared Remote Control Unit Driver ......7-26

TV Tuner Driver Installation ....................................7-26

Digital TV Broadcast Signal ....................................7-28

TV Recording and Power Plans ...............................7-28

Remote Control Unit ................................................7-28

Intel Turbo Memory Module .......................................7-29

Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup and Drive r

Installation ................................................................ 7-29

Troubleshooting

Overview ........................................................................8-1

Basic Hints and Tips ......................................................8-2

Backup and General Maintenance .................................8-3

Viruses ........................................................................... 8-4

Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software .......... 8-5

Problems & Possible Solutions ......................................8-7

Screen Resolution Error ...............................................8-14

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview ....................................................................... A-1

Ports and Jacks ..............................................................A-2

Card Reader ..................................................................A-2

CATV Antenna Jack .....................................................A-2

Consumer Infrared Transceiver ....................................A-2

DC-In Jack .................. ..................................................A-2

DVI-Out Port ................................................................A-2

e-SATA/USB Port ........................................................A-3

HDMI-Out Port .............................................................A-3

Headphone-Out Jack .....................................................A-3

Infrared (FIR) Transceiver ............................................A-3

Line-In Jack ..................................................................A-4

Microphone-In Jack ......................................................A-4

Mini-IEEE 1394 Port ....................................................A-4

RJ-11 Phone Jack ..........................................................A-4

RJ-45 LAN Jack ............................................................A-4

S/PDIF-Out Jack ...........................................................A-5

Security Lock Slot ........................................................A-5

USB 2.0/1.1 Ports .........................................................A-5

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NVIDIA Video Driver Controls

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation ............................... B-1

NVIDIA Control Panel .................................................B-2

Attaching Other Displays .............................................B-5

HDMI Audio Configuration .......................................B-7

Display Modes ..............................................................B-9

Enabling TV Display ..................................................B-12

Changing the TV Signal Format ...............................B-13

ATI Video Driver Controls

ATI Video Driver Installation ......................................C-1

ATI Catalyst® Control Center ......................................C-2

Attaching Other Displays .............................................C-4

HDMI Audio Configuration ......................................... C-6

Display Modes ..............................................................C-8

Clone Mode .................................................................. C-9

Extended Mode ........................................................... C-10

Theater Mode ..............................................................C-13

Enabling TV Display ..................................................C-14

Enabling Full Screen with TV Display .......................C-15

Specifications

Processor Types ............................................................D-2

Core Logic .................................... ................................D-2

LCD ..............................................................................D-2

Security ......................................................................... D-3

Memory ......................................................................... D-3

Video Adapter Options .................................................D-3

BIOS .............................................................................D-3

Storage ..........................................................................D-4

Audio ............................................................................D-4

Keyboard & Pointing Device ........................................D-4

ExpressCard Slot ...........................................................D-4

Mini-Card Slots .............................................................D-4

I/O Ports ........................................................................D-5

Communication .............................................................D-5

Operating Systems Supported .......................................D-5

Power Management ......................................................D-6

Power ............................................................................D-6

Environmental Spec ......................................................D-6

Physical Dimensions & Weight .................................... D-6

Optional ........................................................................D-6

Windows XP Information

DVD Regional Codes ...................................................E-2

Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel ...................E-3

Audio Features ..............................................................E-4

Setup for 5.1 Surround Sound .......................................E-5

Function/Hot Key Indicators ........................................E-7

Video Features ..............................................................E-8

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Display Devices & Options .......................................... E-9

NVIDIA Video Driver Controls ................................. E-10

Display Devices and Modes (NVIDIA) ..................... E-12

Attaching Other Displays ........................................... E-14

HDMI (NVIDIA) Audio Configuration ..................... E-16

HDMI (NVIDIA) Video Configuration ...................... E-17

ATI Video Driver Controls ......................................... E-18

Attaching Other Displays ...........................................E-20

Clone Mode ................................................................E-23

Extended Mode ........................................................... E-24

HDMI (ATI) Audio Configuration ............................. E-26

Theater Mode ..............................................................E-28

PowerPlay™ ............................................................... E-29

Enabling TV Display .................................................. E-30

Enabling Full Screen with TV Display ....................... E-31

Power Management Features ......................................E-34

Power Schemes ........................................................... E-34

System Power Options ................................................ E-35

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown ................................... E-35

Stand by Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ...........................E-35

Stand by ...................................................................... E-36

Hibernate ..................................................................... E-36

Configuring the Power Button ....................................E-37

Battery Information .................................................... E-38

New Battery ................................................................E-38

Battery Life .................................................................E-38

Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...... E-39

Proper handling of the Battery Pack ........................... E-40

Battery FAQ ................................................................ E-41

Driver Installation .......................................................E-42

Manual Driver Installation .......................................... E-43

Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ................... E-44

Driver Installation Procedure ...................................... E-45

Found New Hardware Wizard .................................... E-45

Chipset ........................................................................ E-45

Video ........................................................................... E-45

Audio .......................................................................... E-45

Modem ........................................................................ E-46

LAN ............................................................................ E-46

Card Reader/ExpressCard ........................................... E-46

TouchPad .................................................................... E-46

Hot Key .......................................................................E-46

Module Drivers ...........................................................E-47

Bluetooth Module ....................................................... E-48

Bluetooth Configuration in Windows XP ................... E-50

To Add a Bluetooth Device ........................................ E-51

PC Camera Module .....................................................E-53

PC Camera Driver Installation .................................... E-54

PC Camera Audio Setup ............................................. E-55

BisonCap ..................................................................... E-56

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Set Capture File .......................................................... E-56

Reducing Video File Size ........................................... E-57

Eliminating Screen Flicker ......................................... E-58

WLAN Module ........................................................... E-60

Intel WLAN Driver Installation .................................. E-61

Fingerprint Reader Module .........................................E-63

Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation ........................ E-63

User Enrollment .......................................................... E-64

Fingerprint Control Center Features ...........................E-66

USB TV Tuner Module .............................................. E-67

Consumer Infrared Remote Control Unit Driver ........ E-68

TV Tuner Driver Installation ...................................... E-68

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Quick Start Guide

Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the
computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following:

• Chapter 2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e.g. the storage devices (hard disk,

optical device, 7-in-1 card reader, ExpressCard/34/54), Application Hot Key, TouchPad &
Mouse, Audio Features & Printer.

• Chapter 3 The computer’s power management options.

• Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the

computer’s subsystems.

• Chapter 5 An outline of the computer’s built-in software or BIOS (Basic Input Output System).

• Chapter 6 Instructions for upgrading your computer.

• Chapter 7 A quick guide to the computer’s Bluetooth, PC Camera, Wireless LAN, Fingerprint and TV
Tuner modules (some of which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration).

• Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide.

• Appendix A Definitions of the interface, ports/jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external
devices.

• Appendix B Information on the NVIDIA Video driver controls.

• Appendix C Information on the ATI Video driver controls.

• Appendix D The computer’s specification.

• Appendix E Information on the Window’s XP OS.

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Overview 1 - 1

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Quick Start Guide

Advanced Users

If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful
to refer to Chapter 4, Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 in the User’s Manual. You may also find the notes marked with
a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users

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Notes

Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed
information about the
computer’s features.

If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them) then
the information contained in this Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you up
and running. Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation (more
detailed descriptions of the functions, setup and system controls are covered in the
remainder of the User’s Manual), but do not worry if you do not understand every­thing the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go. You
may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a

 as indicated in the margin.

For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see “Interface

(Ports & Jacks)” on page A - 1.

Warning Boxes

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the

 symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface.

Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows Vista/ Windows XP etc.) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet
and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.

1 - 2 Overview

Quick Start Guide

Model Differences

This notebook series includes two different design types, however only one design is pictured in this manual.

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Drivers

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to
install the appropriate drivers. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and a hard ware
component e.g. a wireless network module. It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed in Table 4 -

1, on page 4 - 3. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly

installed. If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already done that for
you), refer to “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1 for installation instructions.

Ports and Jacks

See “Ports and Jacks” on page A - 2 for a description of the i nterface (ports & jacks) which allow your compu ter to
communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.

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Overview 1 - 3

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Quick Start Guide

System Software

Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you
are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find the following operating systems are sup­ported:

Operating System & Version Note

*Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional)

Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 (64-bit) Home Basic Edition In order to run Windows Vista without

Windows Vista - Service Pack 1 (64-bit)

Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate Editions

Table 1 - 1 - Operating Systems Supported

limitations or decreased performance,
your computer requires a minimum
1GB of system memory (RAM).

*Note: For information on the Windows XP OS (specifically power, video and driver information) see “Win-

dows XP Information” on page E - 1.

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Windows Vista Service Pack 1

Make sure you install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (or a Windows Vista version which includes Service Pack 1) before
installing any drivers. Go to the Microsoft website for download details, or contact your service center.

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Quick Start Guide

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing mate ria ls, and plac e th e c omp uter on a stable surface.

2. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard

and mouse) to their ports.

3. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then plug

the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC
adapter.

4. Move the left LCD latch towards the unlock position, and move the right latch

outwards towards the sides of the computer, and hold it in position, to release the
top cover.

5. Use one hand to raise the

(as illustrated in Figure 1 - 1 below) to support the base of the computer (Note:
Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).

6. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle, and press the power button.

lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle;

use the other hand

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Shutdown

Note that you should
always shut your com­puter down by choos­ing the Shut Down
command from the
Lock Button Menu in
Windows Vista. This
will help prevent hard
disk or system prob­lems.

Figure 1 - 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In

System Startup 1 - 5

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Quick Start Guide

Operating System Setup

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, make sure you
configure the appropriate OS setting in the BIOS before installing a new operating system (Note: Once you have in­stalled the Windows Vista operating system with the SATA Mode Selection setting selected, DO NOT change this
setting or you will need to reinstall the Windows Vista OS). See Chapter 5 for information.

Configuring the OS Setting

1. Start-up the computer and press <F2> to enter the BIOS.

2. Go to the Advanced menu, select "Installed O/S" and make sure the appropriate operating system is selected.

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Installed O/S: [Vista]

SATA Mode Selection: [AHCI]
Legacy USB Support: [Enabled]
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Disabled]
FAN Control: [Automatics]
Power On Boot Beep [Disabled]
Legacy OS Boot: [Enabled]
Reset Configuration Data: [No]
Battery Low Alarm Beep: [Disabled]
DFOROM (Robson) Support: [Enabled]

Only available if Windows Vista
is selected as the O/S.

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Advanced

Item Specific Help

Select the operating
system installed
on your system which
you will use most
commonly.

Note: An incorrect
setting can cause
some operating
systems to display
unexpected behavior.

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SATA Mode & e-Sata Port

You should select AHCI mode in SATA Mode Selection to sup­port e-SATA port hot-swapping in Windows Vista (hot-swap­ping is not supported in Windows XP).

Intel Turbo Memory

Select AHCI mode in Sata Mode Selection if you have included
an Intel Turbo Memo ry module in your purchase configuration.
You should then enable support for Intel Turbo Memory from

DFOROM (Robson) Support (see page 5 - 11).

1 - 6 Operating System Setup

Figure 1 - 2 - BIOS Advanced Menu

Quick Start Guide

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System Map: LCD Panel Open

1

2

3

4

5

6

8

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Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any portable elec­tronic transmission devices
(e.g. WLAN or Bluetooth)
aboard aircraft is usually pro­hibited. Make sure any wire­less modules are OFF if you
are using the computer
aboard aircraft.

Use the appropriate function
key combination (see Table 1

- 4, on page 1 - 10) to toggle

power to any wireless mod­ules, and check the LED indi­cators to see if any modules
are powered on or not (see

Table 1 - 2, on page 1 - 8).

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Figure 1 - 3

LCD Panel Open

1. Optional Built-In PC
Camera

2. LCD

3. Hot Key Buttons

4. Power Button

5. Keyboard

6. TouchPad and
Buttons

7. Fingerprint Reader
Module (optional)

8. LED Indicators

9. Built-In Microphone

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7

System Map: LCD Panel Open 1 - 7

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Quick Start Guide

LED Indicators

The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.

Icon Color Description Icon Color Description

Green The Computer is On Orange The Battery is Charging

Blinking

Green

Orange The AC/DC Adapter is Plugged In Green The Battery is Fully Charged

Green Number Lock is Activated Green Hard Disk Activity

Green Caps Lock is Activated Orange The Bluetooth Module is Powered On

Green Scroll Lock is Activated Green The WLAN Module is Powered On

1 - 8 LED Indicators

The Computer is In Sleep Mode

Table 1 - 2 - LED Indicators

Blinking

Orange

The Battery has Reached Critically Low

Power Status

Quick Start Guide

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Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard

These buttons give instant access to the default Inter­net browser and e-mail program, and to Silent Mode*
with one quick button press. To use the “user-defined
application Hot Key Button”, you must install the driv­er (see Chapter 4). See Chapter 2 for configuration in­structions.

Hot Key Function

Activate the Default E-Mail Browser

Activate the Default Internet Program

Toggle *Silent Mode (for power saving)

Table 1 - 3 - Hot Key Buttons

*When enabled, Silent Mode will reduce fan noise
and save power consumption. Note this may reduce
computer performance.

The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numer­ic data input, and features Function Keys to allow you
to change operational features instantly.

Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the
Num Lk key at the top right of the keyboard. You may
check if Number Lock is enabled by looking at the
LED status indicators.

Function Keys

Num Lk & Scr Lk Keys

Fn Key

Figure 1 - 4 - Keyboard

Numeric

Keypad

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Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used
with Alt to produce special characters. These special charac­ters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad. Regu­lar number keys (in the upper row of the keyboard) will not work.
Make sure that Num Lk is on.

Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard 1 - 9

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Quick Start Guide

Function/Hot Key Indicators

The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition
to the basic function key combinations; visual indicators (see the table below) are available when the hot key
utility is installed (see Chapter 4). After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar.

Keys Function Keys Function

Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs)

Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle

Fn + F2

Fn + F3 Mute Toggle

Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle

Fn +

F5/F6

Fn + F7 Display Toggle

(Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on)

Volume Decrease/

Turn LCD Backlight Off

Increase

Table 1 - 4 - Function/Hot Key Combo Indicators

1 - 10 Function/Hot Key Indicators

Fn +

F8/F9

Fn +

F10

Fn +

F11

Fn +

F12

Fn + Scr

Lk

*When enabled, Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power

Brightness Decrease/

Increase

PC Camera Power

Toggle

WLAN Module Power

Toggle

Bluetooth Module Power

Toggle

Scroll Lock Toggle

*Silent Mode Toggle

consumption. Note this may reduce computer performance.

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Front & Rear Views

1 1

2 3 4 5

8 8

9

10

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Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intake/Outlet
while the computer is in use.

USB Ports

Note that the connections to the USB ports only fit one way, do not force them.

e-SATA Port

Note that the Intel Matrix Storage driver is required to support the e-SATA port (see page 7 - 29)
in Windows Vista.

See “Interface (Ports & Jacks)” on page A - 1 for a description of the interface (ports &
jacks) which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the in­ternet etc.

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7

11

12 13

Figure 1 - 5

Front View

1. LCD Latches

2. Line-In Jack

3. Headphone-Out
Jack

4. Microphone-In Jack

5. S/PDIF-Out Jack

6. LED Indicators

7. Infrared Transceiver
& Consumer
Infrared Transceiver

8. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet

9. HDMI-Out Port

10.DVI-Out Port

11. *Combined eSATA/
USB Port

12.USB 2.0 Port

13.DC-In Jack

*Note that the eSATA port
does not support hot-swap­ping in Windows XP. Make
sure you install the Intel Ma-
trix driver for e-SATA sup­port in Windows Vista.

System Map: Front & Rear Views 1 - 11

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Quick Start Guide

Figure 1 - 6

Right View

1. Express Card Slot

2. 7-in-1 Card Reader

3. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports

4. Mini-IEEE 1394 Port

5. RJ-11 Phone Jack

6. RJ-45 LAN Jack

7. CATV Antenna Jack
(Enabled With TV
Tuner Only)

8. Speaker

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USB Ports

Note that the connec­tions to the USB ports
only fit one way, do not
force them.

System Map: Right View

1
2

3

3

4

5 6

7

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Mini-IEEE 1394 Port

The Mini-IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices.

ExpressCard Slot

The ExpressCard Slot accepts either ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 formats.

7-in-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / SD (Secure Digital) / MS (Memory Stick) /

MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) / MS Duo (requires PC adapter) /

Mini SD (requires PC adapter) / RS MMC (requires PC adapter)

See “Ports and Jacks” on page A - 2 for a description of the interface (ports & jacks)
which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet
etc.

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1 - 12 System Map: Right View

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Left View

1

2

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Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel and double-click
Device Manager (Hardware and Sound),
then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM
drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM de-

vice to bring up the Properties dialogue box,
and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up
the control panel to allow you to adjust the re­gional code (see page 2 - 5).

DVD region detection is device dependent,
not OS-dependent. You can select your mod­ule’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection
is permanent. This cannot be altered even if
you change your operating system or you
use the module in another computer.

3

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CD/DVD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD
(e.g. due to an unexpected power inter­ruption) you may push the end of a
straightened paper clip into the emer­gency eject hole. Do not use a sharp­ened pencil or any object that may
break and become lodged in the hole.
Don’t try to remove a floppy disk/CD/
DVD while the system is accessing it.
This may cause the system to “crash”.

Figure 1 - 7

Left View

1. Speaker

2. Security Lock Slot

3. Optional Device
Drive Bay
(for CD/DVD Device,
see page 2 - 3)

System Map: Left View 1 - 13

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Quick Start Guide

Figure 1 - 8

Bottom View

1. Vent/Fan Intake/Out­let

2. Battery

3. Battery Release
Latch

4. Optical Device
Release Latches

5. Component Bay
Cover

6. Infrared &
Consumer Infrared
Transceiver

7. Sub Woofer

System Map: Bottom View

3

7

1

1

1

1

5

4

1

6

4

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Battery Information

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it. Completely
discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis­charges. See “Battery Information” on page 3 - 10 for full instructions.

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1 - 14 System Map: Bottom View

Quick Start Guide

Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel

Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows Vista (and most other Windows versions) are
accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk
drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop. You can cu stomize the look of
the Start menu by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Properties from the menu.

Click here to toggle Category View

Figure 1 - 9 - Start Menu & Control Panel

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control
Panel is accessed from the Start menu, and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features

in Windows (e.g. power, video, network, audio etc.). Windows Vista provides basic controls for many of the fea-
tures, however many new controls are added (or existing ones are enhanced) when you install the drivers listed
in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 3. To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View.

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Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel 1 - 15

1

Quick Start Guide

Video Features

This computer features two different (either ATI or NVIDIA) video options. You will be provided with an ap­propriate driver on the
from the Display Settings control panel in Windows.

To access Display Settings in Windows:

1. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel).

2. Click Adjust screen resolution under the Appearance and Personalization menu (or double-click
Personalization > Display Settings).

3. Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution: (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

4. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors: (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

5. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

To access the NVIDIA Control Panel (See Appendix B for detailed information):

1. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

2. Click GeForce..... (tab) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

3. Click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17) to access the control panel.

To access the ATI Catalyst Control Center (See Appendix C for detailed information):

1. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

2. Click ATI Catalyst Control Center (tab) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17).

3. Click ATI Catalyst Control Center (button) (Figure 1 - 10 on page 1 - 17) to access the control panel.

4. You can select Basic or Advanced options on the first run of the control panel (you can select Basic or

Advanced views from the View me n u at an y tim e) .

Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM. You can configure display op tions,

1

2

3

3

4

5

3

4

5

1 - 16 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

Display Devices & Options

Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor (CRT)/external Flat Panel Display or
TV (connected to the DVI-Out port/HDMI-Out port) as your display device.

1



Video Card Options

Note that card types,
specifications and driv­ers are subject to con­tinual updates and
changes. Check with
your service center for
the latest details on vid­eo cards supported.

4

5

1

2
3

4

1

2

5

3

Figure 1 - 10 - Display Settings & NVIDIA/ATI Controls

Video Features 1 - 17

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Quick Start Guide

Power Options

The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows (see page 1 - 15 ) allows you
to configure power management features for your computer. You can conserve power by means of power plans
and configure the options for the power button, sleep button, computer lid (when closed), display and sleep
mode from the left menu. Note that the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance.

Click to select one of the existing plans, or click Create a power plan in the left menu and select the options to
create a new plan. Click Change Plan Settings and click Change advanced power settings to access further con-
figuration options.

Pay attention to the instructions on battery care in “Battery Information” on page 3 - 10.

1 - 18 Power Options

Note: Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista

Figure 1 - 11 - Power Options

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Overview

Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components
of the computer:

•Hard Disk Drive

• Optical Device

• 7-in-1 Card Reader

• ExpressCard Slot

• TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

• Audio Features

• Adding a Printer

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Overview 2 - 1

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

Before attempting to ac­cess any of the internal
components of your
computer please ensure
that the machine is not
connected to the AC
power, and that the ma­chine is turned off. Also
ensure that all peripher­al cables, including
phone lines, are discon­nected from the comput­er.

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Power Safety

Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk can be
taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height
of 9.5 mm. The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen
below. Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are available in “Up-

grading the Hard Disk Drive” on page 6 - 4.

1

1

Figure 2 - 1

Hard Disk Location

2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Optical Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de­vice will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage” on page D - 4). The
optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if
properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 14).

Loading Discs

To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button and carefully place a CD/DVD onto
the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc to click onto
the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock “clicks” and you
are ready to start. The busy indicator will light up while data is being accessed,
or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If power is unexpectedly interrupt­ed, insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole

3

to open the tray.

1

2

2 3

1

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound vol­ume can be set depends
on the setting of the vol­ume control within Win-
dows. Click the Volume
icon on the taskbar to
check the setting.

Peripherals must be
connected before you
turn on the system.

Figure 2 - 2

Left View

2

Optical Device 2 - 3

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually
eject a CD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power
interruption) you may
push the end of a
straightened paper clip
into the emergency eject
hole. However please
do NOT use a sharp­ened pencil or similar
object that may break
and become lodged in
the hole.

Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to remove a
CD/DVD while the sys­tem is accessing it. This
may cause the system
to “crash”.

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Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please
follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be
accessed.

Note the following:

• Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.

• Do not write on the surface with a pen.

• Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.

• Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.

• Do not bend the CD or DVD.

• Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.

Handling CDs or DVDs

2 - 4 Optical Device

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

DVD Regional Codes

To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on

page 1 - 13.

DVD Regional Coding

Region Geographical Location

1 USA, Canada

2

3

4

5

6China

Western Europe, Japan, South

Africa, Middle East & Egypt

South-East Asia, Taiwan, South

Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia,

Hong Kong

South & Central America, Mexico,

Australia, New Zealand

N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe,

India & Most of Africa

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Table 2 - 1

DVD Regional Coding

Optical Device 2 - 5

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

Card Reader Cover

Make sure you keep the
cover in the card reader
when not in use. This
will help prevent foreign
objects and/or dust get­ting in to the card read­er.

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7-in-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the
card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in
the same way as your hard disk (s). Make sure you install the Card Reader driver
(see “Card Reader/ExpressCard” on page 4 - 6).

• MMC (MultiMedia Card)

• SD (Secure Digital)

• MS (Memory Stick)

• MS (Memory Stick Pro)

• MS Duo (requires PC adapter*)

• Mini SD (requires PC adapter*)

• RS MMC (requires PC adapter*)

*Note: The PC adapters are usually supplied with these cards.

Figure 2 - 3

Right View

1. Card Reader

1

2 - 6 7-in-1 Card Reader

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

ExpressCard Slot

The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34/54 slot that reads Express Card/
34 and ExpressCard/54 formats. ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA (PC
Cards).

ExpressCard/54 is used for applications which require a larger interface slot, e.g.
CompactFlash card reader. The number denotes the card width; 54mm for the Ex­press Card/54 and 34mm for the ExpressCard/34. Make sure you install the Express­Card driver (see “Card Reader/ExpressCard” on page 4 - 6).

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Inserting and Removing ExpressCards

• Align the ExpressCard with the slot and push it in until it locks into place (as

pictured in the generic figure below).

• To remove an ExpressCard, simply press the card to eject it.

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ExpressCard

Slot Cover

Make sure you keep the
cover in the Express­Card slot when not in
use. This will help pre­vent foreign objects and/
or dust getting in to the
ExpressCard Slot.

Figure 2 - 4

ExpressCard Slot

1. Express Card
Slot

2

ExpressCard Slot 2 - 7

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

If you are using an exter­nal mouse your operat­ing system may be able
to auto-configure your
mouse during its instal­lation or only enable its
basic functions. Be sure
to check the device’s
user documentation for
details.

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Mouse Driver

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to
your computer through one of the USB ports. The TouchPad buttons function in
much the same way as a two-button mouse.

Install the TouchPad driver (see page 4 - 6) and then double-click the TouchPad
driver icon in the taskbar to configure the functions. You may then configure the
TouchPad tapping, buttons, scrolling, pointer motion and sensitivity options to your
preferences. The TouchPad may be toggled on/off by means of the Fn + F1 key
combination.

Figure 2 - 5

Mouse Properties

2 - 8 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Audio Features

You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control
panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar/
control panel (right-click the taskbar icon to bring up the audio menu). The vol­ume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination.

Right-click the icon
to access the menu
above.

See “HDMI Audio Configuration” on page B - 7 for a description of the audio configuration
when connecting an HDMI supported display device.

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

The sound volume level
is set using the volume
control within Windows
(and the volume func­tion keys on the comput­er). Click the volume
icon in the taskbar to
check the setting.

Figure 2 - 6

Realtek Audio

Manager

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Audio Features 2 - 9

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc­tions below:

1. Click

2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the taskbar icon and select

3. Click Microphone Effects (tab) in Microphone (tab), and then click to select

4. Click OK to close the control panel and save the settings.

Start

, and click

and make sure you are in

Sound Manager).
Noise Suppression (button), or adjust the Recording Volume level to around 60,

to obtain the optimum recording quality.

Control Panel

Classic View

(or point to

.

Settings

and click

Control Panel

)

Figure 2 - 7

Realtek Audio

Manager -

Recording Setup

Setup for Audio Recording

2 - 10 Audio Features

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Setup for 5.1 Surround Sound

To setup your system for 5.1 surround sound you will need to connect the audio ca­bles to the Line-In, Headphone-Out and Microphone-In jacks.

1. Click

2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the taskbar icon and select

3. Click Speakers (tab) and click Speaker Configuration (tab).

4. Select 5.1 Speaker from the Speaker Configuration pull-down menu.

Start

, and click

and make sure you are in

Sound Manager).

Control Panel

Connector Settings

(or point to

Classic View

Settings

.

and click

Control Panel

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Auto Popup Dialog

You should enable the
auto popup dialog to au­tomatically detect when a
device has been
plugged-in. If disabled,
double-click connector
settings and click the
box to enable the auto
popup detection of
plugged-n devices.

2

)

Figure 2 - 8

Speaker

Configuration

Audio Features 2 - 11

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

5. Plug in the cables (you may require an adapter to connect each cable to the

2

appropriate jack e.g a stereo mini to dual RCA adapter) from your speakers as
follows:

• Line-In Jack = Rear Speaker Out

• Headphone-Out Jack = Front Speaker Out

• Microphone-In Jack = Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

6. As you plug in each cable a dialog box will pop up (see “Auto Popup Dialog” on

page 2 - 11).

7. Click to put a tick in the appropriate box according to the speaker plugged-in (e.g.
Rear Speaker Out), and then click OK to save the setting.

8. Click OK to exit Realtek HD Audio Manager.

Figure 2 - 9

Connected Device

Auto Popup

2 - 12 Audio Features

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

Adding a Printer

The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions will
help you to add a printer; however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for
specific instructions and configuration options.

USB Printer

Most new printers have a USB interface connection. You may use any one of the
ports to connect the printer.

Install Instructions:

1. Set up the printer according to its instruction s (unpacking, p aper tr ay, toner/ink car­tridge etc.).

2. Turn ON the computer.

3. Turn ON the printer.

4. Connect the printer’s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer.

5. Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or ask you
to supply one. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Parallel Printer

This is still a very common type of printer. The install instructions are in the sidebar
(you will need to purchase a parallel to USB converter).

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Parallel Printer

After setting up the print­er attach the parallel ca­ble to the printer.

Connect the printer’s
parallel cable to the Par­allel to USB converter,
and then plug the con­verter into the USB port.

Turn ON the printer,
then turn ON the com­puter.

Windows will identify the
printer and either load
one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one.
Follow the on-screen in­structions.

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Adding a Printer 2 - 13

Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

2

2-14

Power Management

Chapter 3: Power Management

Overview

To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man­agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer
(the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.

This chapter covers:

• The Power Sources

• Turning on the Computer

• Power Plans

• Power-Saving States

• Configuring the Power Buttons

• Battery Information

The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system
(OS) direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors. For
example, this enables the OS to set devices into low-power states based on user set­tings and information from applications.

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OS Note

Power management
functions will vary slight­ly depending on your
operating system. For
more information it is
best to refer to the user’s
manual of your operat­ing system.

(Note: All pictures used
on the following pages
are from the Windows
Vista OS.)

Hibernate Mode In

Windows Vista SP1

If you are using Win­dows Vista SP1 with

4GB RAM installed, see
page 8 - 12 for informa­tion on Hibernate.

3

Overview 3 - 1

Power Management

The Power Sources

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3

Silent Mode

Use the key to tog­gle Silent Mode to re­duce fan noise and save
power consumption.
Note this may reduce
computer performance.

The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack.

AC/DC Adapter

Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/
DC adapter will damage the computer and its components (see page D - 6).

1. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer.

2. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then conne ct the AC power co rd to the
AC/DC adapter.

3. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.

4. Press the power button to turn “On”.

Battery

The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an
electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the applications and
the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the battery discharge
completely before recharging (see “How do I completely discharge the battery?”

on page 3 - 14).

We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on the bat­tery, please refer to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 10.

3 - 2 The Power Sources

Turning on the Computer

Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow­er button on the front panel.

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Sleep/Hibernate hot­key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power
button for longer than this will force the computer to shut down). Use Power Op-
tions (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel in Windows Vista to configure
this feature.

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Forced Off

If the system “hangs”, and the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t work, press the pow­er button for 4 seconds, or longer, to force the system to turn itself off.

Power Button Sleep

Sleep is the default power mode when the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds.
You may configure the options for the power button from the Power Options (Hardware
and Sound menu) control panel in Windows Vista (see your OS’s documentation, or

“Configuring the Power Buttons” on page 3 - 8 for details).

Power Management

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Shut Down

Note that you should al­ways shut your comput­er down by choosing the
Shut Down command
from the Lock Button

Menu in Windows Vis-
ta. This will help prevent

hard disk or system
problems.

3

Turning on the Computer 3 - 3

Power Management

Power Plans

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3

Resuming

Operation

See Table 3 - 1, on

page 3 - 9 for informa-

tion on how to resume
from a power-saving
state.

Password

It is recommended that
you enable a password
on system resume in or­der to protect your data.

Figure 3 - 1

Power Plan

Advanced Settings

The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You
can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one.

The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and
to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.

Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac­cess further configuration options in Advanced Settings.

3 - 4 Power Plans

Each Windows Power Plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma­chine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing
any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power).

Choose High performance for maximum performance when the computer is pow­ered from an AC power source. Choose the Power saver (bear in mind that this
scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save
power) for maximum power saving when the computer is battery (DC power) pow­ered.

Power Management

3

Figure 3 - 2

Power Plans

Power Plans3-5

Power Management

Power-Saving States

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3

Power Button

The Power Button
in the Start Menu (in
Classic View use the
Shut Down button )
can be used to send the
computer into a power­saving state.

Sleep Mode &

Mobile PC Battery

A mobile PC in Sleep
uses very little battery
power.

After an extended peri­od of time the computer
will save any open docu­ments and applications
to hard disk.

You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where
you left off. Sleep is the default power-saving state in Windows Vista.

Earlier versions of Windows used Stand By and Hibernate as system power-saving
states. Windows Vista combines the features of Stand By and Hibernate into the de­fault Sleep power-saving state.

Sleep

In Sleep all of your work, settings and preferences are saved to memory before the
system sleeps. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time,
which you specify in the operating system, it will enter Sleep to save power.

The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and file(s) you
last used.

If your mobile PC in Sleep is running on battery power the system will use only a
minimum amount of power. After an extended period the system will save all the
information to the hard disk and shut the computer down before the battery becomes
depleted.

3 - 6 Power-Saving States

Hibernate

Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves
all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a
power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power
failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost. Hi-
bernate will also return you to where you last left off within seconds. You should
put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of
time, and will not have the chance to charge the battery.

Shut Down

You should shut down the computer if you plan to install new hardware (don’t for­get to remove the battery and follow all the safety instructions in Chapter 6), plan
to be away from the computer for several days, or you do not need it to wake up and
run a scheduled task. Returning to full operation from shut down takes longer than
from Sleep or Hibernate.

Power Management

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Hibernate Mode In

Windows Vista SP1

If you are using Win­dows Vista SP1 with

4GB RAM installed, see
page 8 - 12 for informa­tion on Hibernate.

Figure 3 - 3

Lock Button Menu

3

Power-Saving States 3 - 7

Power Management

Configuring the Power Buttons

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3

Password

Protection

It is recommended that
you enable a password
on wake up in order to
protect your data.

However you can dis­able this setting from the
Power Options menu
by clicking Require a

password on wakeup

in the left menu, and se­lecting the options (click

Change settings that
are currently unavail­able).

Figure 3 - 4

Power Options

Define Power

Buttons

The power/sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo) and closed lid may be set to send the
computer in to a power-saving state.

3 - 8 Configuring the Power Buttons

Resuming Operation

You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button,
or in some cases pressing the sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo).

Power Status

Power Off Off Press the Power Button

Sleep Blinking Green

Icon Color

Press the Sleep Button (Fn + F4 Key Combo)

To Resume

Press the Power Button

Power Management

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Closing the Lid

If you have chosen to
send the computer to
Sleep when the lid is
closed, raising the lid
will wake the system up.

3

Hibernate

Display Turned Off Green Press a Key or Move the Mouse/Touchpad

Off (battery)

Press the Power Button

Orange (AC/DC adapter)

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Power Button

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Sleep/Hibernate hot-key but­ton when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power button for
longer than this will force shut the computer to shut down).

Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 9

Table 3 - 1

Resuming
Operation

Power Management

Battery Information

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3

Low Battery

Warning

When the battery is criti­cally low, immediately
connect the AC/DC
adapter to the computer
or save your work, oth­erwise, the unsaved
data will be lost when
the power is depleted.

Figure 3 - 5

Battery Icon

(Taskbar) & Battery

Advanced Settings

Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.

Battery Power

Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro­grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached. You can set actions to be
taken (e.g. Shut down, Hibernate etc.), and set critical and low battery levels from
power plan Advanced Settings (see Figure 3 - 1 on page 3 - 4).

Click the battery icon in the taskbar to see the current battery level and charge
status.

3 - 10 Battery Information

Conserving Battery Power

•Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that

this may have an affect on computer performance.

• Lower the brightness level of the LCD display. The system will decrease LCD
brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC/DC adapter.

• Reduce the amount of time before the display is turned off.

• Close wireless, Bluetooth, modem or communication applications when they are
not being used.

• Disconnect/remove any unnecessary external devices e.g. USB devices,
ExpressCards etc.

Power Management

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Windows Mobility

Center

The Windows Mobility
Center control panel pro-

vides an easy point of ac­cess for information on
battery status, power plans
used and wireless device
status etc.

Figure 3 - 6

Windows Mobility

Center

3

Conserving Battery Power 3 - 11

Power Management

Battery Life

Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life

3

and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least
once every 30 days.

We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re­move the battery for any reason see “Removing the Battery” on page 6 - 3.

New Battery

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery FAQ”

on page 3 - 14 for instructions on how to do this).

Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter

The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC/DC adapter is attached and
plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on, and in use, it will
take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is turned off but
plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less. (Refer to “LED Indica-

tors” on page 1 - 8 for information on the battery charge status, and to “Battery In­formation” on page 3 - 10 for more information on how to maintain and properly

recharge the battery pack.)

3 - 12 Battery Life

Proper handling of the Battery Pack

• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances

• DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode

• DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other

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Damaged Battery Warning

Should you notice any physical defects (e.g. the battery is bent ou t of shape after being
dropped), or any unusual smells emanating from the notebook battery, shut your computer
down immediately and contact your service center. If the battery has bee n d roppe d we do
not recommend using it any further, as even if the computer continues to work with a dam­aged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire . It is
recommended that you replace your computer battery every two years.

Power Management



Caution

Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly re­placed.

Replace only with the
same or equivalent type
recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard
used battery according
to the manufacturer’s in­structions.

3

Battery Life3-13

Power Management

Battery FAQ

How do I completely discharge the battery?

3

Figure 3 - 7

Power Plan Create

Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Don’t
turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low, just let
the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own.

1. Save and close all files and applications.

2. Create a power plan for discharging the battery and set all the options to Never.

3. Click Change plan settings (after saving it) and click Change advanced power
settings.

3 - 14 Battery Life

4. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options.

5. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears):

• Low battery levels = 0%

• Critical battery Levels = 0%

• Low battery action = Do Nothing

• Critical battery action (On battery) = Shut Down

• Critical battery action (Plugged in) = Do Nothing

Power Management

3

Figure 3 - 8

Power Options

Advanced Settings -

Battery

Battery Life3-15

Power Management

How do I fully charge the battery?

When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes
from orange to green.

3

How do I maintain the battery?

Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after
about 20 partial discharges.

3 - 16 Battery Life

Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities

Drivers & Utilities

This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utili­ties essential to the operation or improvement of some
of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes ad­vantage of some newer hardware components for
which the latest versions of most available operating
systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities. Thus,
some of the system components won’t be auto-config­ured with an appropriate driver or utility during oper­ating system installation. Instead, you need to
manually install some system-required drivers and
utilities.

What to Install

The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc
contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the
proper operation of the computer.

Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 3 lists what you need to install

and it is very important that the drivers are in-
stalled in the order indicated (see “Driver Installa-

tion” on page E - 42 for Windows XP driver

information).

Module Driver Installation

The procedures for installing drivers for the PC Cam­era, WLAN, Fingerprint, TV Tuner and Intel Tur­bo Memory (and Intel Matrix Storage) modules are

provided in “Modules” on page 7 - 1.

4

What to Install 4 - 1

Drivers & Utilities

Driver Installation

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
disc and click Install Drivers (button), or Option Driv-
ers (button) to access the Optional driver menu.

4

Figure 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1

1. Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1,

on page 4 - 3 (the drivers must be installed in

this order) which is the same as that listed in the

Drivers Installer menu below.

2. Click to select the driver you wish to install, after
installing each driver it will become grayed out. If
you need to reinstall any driver, click the Unlock
button (you should uninstall the driver first).

3. Follow the instructions for each individual driver
installation procedure as listed on the following
pages.

4 - 2 Driver Installation

Figure 4 - 2 - Drivers Installer Screen 2

Drivers & Utilities

Driver - Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 Page

Chipset Page 4 - 5
Video Page 4 - 5
Audio Page 4 - 6
Modem Page 4 - 6
LAN Page 4 - 6

Card Reader/ExpressCard Page 4 - 6
TouchPad Page 4 - 6
Hot Key Page 4 - 7
e-SATA Support Page 7 - 29
PC Camera Module Page 7 - 6
Wireless LAN Module Page 7 - 14
Fingerprint Reader Module Page 7 - 19
USB TV Tuner Module Page 7 - 26
Intel Turbo Memory Module Page 7 - 29

Table 4 - 1 - Driver Installation

Manual Driver Installation

Click Browse CD (button) in the Drivers Installer ap-
plication and browse to the executable file in the ap­propriate driver folder.

Windows Update

After installing all the drivers make sure you enable
Windows Update in order to get all the latest security
updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes
from Microsoft). See “Windows Update” on page 4 -

7 for instructions.

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Windows Vista Service Pack 1

Make sure you install Windows Vista Service Pack 1
(or a Windows Vista version which includes Service
Pack 1) before installing any drivers. Go to the Micro­soft website for download details, or contact your service
center.

4

Driver Installation 4 - 3

Drivers & Utilities

Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers

If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it
may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do
this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and
double-click the Programs and Features icon (Pro-

4

grams > Uninstall a program). Click to select the
driver (if it is not listed see below) and click Uninstall,
and then follow the on screen prompts (it may be nec­essary to restart the computer). Reinstall the driver as
outlined in this chapter.

If the driver is not listed in the Programs and Fea-
tures menu:

1. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to
Settings and click Control Panel).

2. Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and
Sound > Device Manager).

3. Double-click the device you wish to update/reinstall
the driver for (you may need to click “+” to expand
the selection).

4. Click Driver (tab) and click the Update Driver or

Uninstall button and follow the on screen prompts.

User Account Control (Win Vista)

If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of
the driver installation procedure, click Continue or
Allow, and follow the installation procedure as direct­ed.

Windows Security Message

If you receive a Windows security message as part of
the driver installation process. Just click “Install this
driver software anyway” or “Install” to continue the
installation procedure.

You will receive this message in cases where the driv­er has been released after the version of Windows you
are currently using. All the drivers provided will have
already received certification for Windows.

New Hardware Found

If you see the message “New Hardware Found” dur­ing the installation procedure (other than when out-
lined in the driver install procedure), click Cancel
to close the window, and follow the installation proce­dure.

4 - 4 Driver Installation

Drivers & Utilities

Driver Installation Procedure

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
disc and click Install Drivers (button), or Option Driv-
ers (button) to access the Optional driver menu.

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Driver Installation General Guidelines

The driver installation procedure outlined in this Chapter
(and in Chapter 7 Options & Modules), are accurate at
the time of going to press.

Drivers are always subject to upgrade and revision so
the exact procedure for certain drivers may differ slightly.
As a general guide follow the default on screen instruc­tions for each driver (e.g. Next > Next > Finish) unless
you are an advanced user. In many cases a restart is re­quired to install the driver.

Chipset

1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Video

NVIDIA

1. Click 2.Install Video Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

ATI

1. Click 1.Install Video Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Install (button).

3. Click either the Express or Custom (if you

prefer to manually configure the driver installa­tion settings) buttons and click Next.

4. Click Accept (button) and click Yes.

5. Click Finish > Yes to restart the computer.

4

Driver Installation 4 - 5

Drivers & Utilities

Audio

1. Click 3. Install Audio Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

4

Modem

1. Click 4.Install Modem Driver > Yes.

2. Click OK.

3. The modem is now ready for configuration.

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Modem Country Selection

Go to the Phone and Modem Options control panel
(Hardware and Sound) and make sure the modem
country selection is appropriate for you.

LAN

1. Click 5.Install LAN Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Install.

3. Click Finish.

Card Reader/ExpressCard

1. Click

6.Install Cardreader Driver > Yes

.

2. Click Next > Install.

3. Click Finish.

TouchPad

1. Click 7.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Finish.

3. Click Restart Now to restart the computer.

4 - 6 Driver Installation

Hot Key

1. Click 8.Install Hotkey Utility > Yes.

2. Click Next > Install.

3. Click Finish > Finish to restart your computer.

e-SATA Support

See “Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup

and Driver Installation” on page 7 - 29 for instruc-

tions on installing this driver to enable the e-SATA
port.

Drivers & Utilities



Windows Update

After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win­dows Update in order to get all the latest security up-

dates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes
from Microsoft).

To enable Windows Update make sure you are con-
nected to the internet:

1. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to
Settings and click Control Panel).

2. Click Check for updates (Security), or double­click Security Center and click Windows Update.

3. Double-click Check for updates (button).

4. The computer will now check for updates (yo u
need to be connected to the internet).

5. Click Install now (button) to install the updates.

4

Driver Installation 4 - 7

Drivers & Utilities

Optional Drivers

See the pages indicated for the driver installation pro­cedures for any modules included in your purchase op­tion.

4

Figure 4 - 3 - Drivers Installer - Option Drivers

Bluetooth Module

Note: The operating system is the default setting for
Bluetooth control in Windows Vista, and does not re-

quire a driver. See “Bluetooth Module” on page 7 - 2
for configuration instructions.

PC Camera Module

See the install procedure in “PC Camera Driver In-

stallation” on page 7 - 7.

Wireless LAN Module

See the appropriate install procedure for your WLAN
module in “Wireless LAN Module” on page 7 - 14.

Fingerprint Reader Module

See the install procedure in “” on page 7 - 19.

4 - 8 Driver Installation

TV Tuner Module

See the install procedure in “USB TV Tuner Module”

on page 7 - 25.

Drivers & Utilities

Intel Turbo Memory Technology Driver

See the introduction in “Intel Turbo Memory Mod-

ule” on page 7 - 29, and check the installation proce-

dure. Note this driver is also required to enable
support for the e-SATA port.

4

Driver Installation 4 - 9

Drivers & Utilities

4

4-10

BIOS Utilities

Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities

Overview

This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software:

Diagnostics: The POST (Power-On Self Test)

Configuration: The Setup utility

If your computer has never been set up, or you are mak ing important chan ges to the
system (e.g. hard disk setup), then you should review this chapter first and note the
original settings found in Setup. Even if you are a beginner, keep a record of the set­tings you find and any changes you make. This information could be useful if your
system ever needs servicing.

There is one general rule: Don’t make any changes unless you are sure of what you
are doing. Many of the settings are required by the system, and changing them could
cause it to become unstable or worse. If you have any doubts, consult your service
representative.

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BIOS Settings

Warning

Incorrect settings can
cause your system to
malfunction. To correct
mistakes, return to Set-

up and restore the Set­up Defaults with <F9>.

5

Overview 5 - 1

BIOS Utilities

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) NB
Copyright 1985-2007 Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
BIOS Revision: ********
KBC/EC Revision: ********

CPU=1Processors Detected, Cores per Processor = 2
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Extreme CPU X9100 @ 3.06GHz
1022M System RAM Passed
6144KB L2 Cache
System BIOS shadowed
Video BIOS shadowed
Fixed Disk 0: FUJITSU MHY2120BH
ATAPI CD-ROM: Optiarc CDRWDVD CRX890S
Mouse intialized

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

The Power-On Self Test (POST)

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POST Screen

1.BIOS information

2.CPU type

3.Memory status

5

4.Enter Setup prompt
appears only during

POST

Note:

The

POST

screen
as pictured right is for
guideline purposes only.

POST

The
your computer may ap­pear slightly different. If
you disable the

time Diagnostic Screen

the POST screen will not
appear.

screen on

Boot-

Figure 5 - 1

POST Screen

Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to conduct a
POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory).

As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. If there
is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a system summary
and prompt you to run Setup.

If there are no problems, the Setup prompt will disappear and the system will load
the operating system. Once that starts, you can’t get into Setup without rebooting.

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5 - 2 The Power-On Self Test (POST)

Failing the POST

Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non­fatal”.

Fatal Errors

These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong
with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized
service center as soon as possible.

Non-Fatal Errors

This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get a message identifying the
problem (make a note of this message!) followed by the prompt:

• Press <F1> to resume

• <F2> to enter Setup

Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without the correct
configuration.

Press F2 to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem. If you still get an
error message after you change the setting, or if the “cure” seems even worse, call
for help.

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The Power-On Self Test (POST) 5 - 3

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The Setup Utility

The Phoenix Setup utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic
features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration).

Entering Setup

To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt

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(Press F2 to Enter Setup) seen in Figure 5 - 1 on page 5 - 2 is usually present for a
few seconds after you turn on the system. If you get a “Keyboard Error”, (usually
because you pressed F2 too quickly) just press F2 again.

If the computer is already on, reboot using the Ctrl + Alt + Delete combination and
then hold down F2 when prompted. The Setup main menu will appear.

5 - 4 The Setup Utility

Setup Screens

The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup.

Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a
heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to
make changes to Setup.

Instructions on how to navigate each screen are in the box along the bottom of the
screen. If these tools are confusing, press F1 to call up a General Help screen, and
then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page.

The Item Specific Help on the right side of each screen explains the highlighted
item and has useful messages about its options.

If you see an arrow next to an item, press Enter to go to a sub-menu on that sub­ject. The sub-menu screen that appears has a similar layout, but the Enter key may
execute a command.

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Setup Menus

The Setup menus
shown in this section are
for reference only. Your
computer’s menus will
indicate the configura­tion appropriate for your
model and options.

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The Setup Utility 5 - 5

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Main Menu

Main

Figure 5 - 2

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Main Menu

System Time: [22:12:05]

System Date: [04/28/2008]

 SATA Port 1 [FUJITSU MHY2120BH-(PM)]

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 SATA Port 2 [Optiarc CDRWDVD CRX890S-(]
 SATA Port 3 [None]

System Memory: 640 KB
Extended Memory: 1021 MB

BIOS Version: ********
KBC/EC Firmware Revision: ********

VGA Card: nVIDIA 8800M GTX
VBIOS Revision: *************
VBIOS Build Date: *************

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Item Specific Help

<Tab>, <Shift Tab>, or
<Enter> selects field.

System Time & Date (Main Menu)

The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you
can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change
these settings. Some applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes.

5-6Main Menu

SATA Port 1/2/3 (Main Menu)

Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a hard disk or op­tical device drive on the computer’s SATA Ports. Use the Auto (Type:) setting to
have the items configured automatically for you.

System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu)

This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable.
The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed.

BIOS Revision/VGA Card etc. (Main Menu)

This item contains information on the BIOS version and video card etc., and is not
user configurable.

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Main Menu 5 - 7

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Figure 5 - 3

Advanced Menu

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SATA Mode & e-Sata Port

You should select AHCI
mode in SATA Mode Se-

lection to support e-SATA
port hot-swapping in Win-

dows Vista (hot-swapping
is not supported in Win-
dows XP).

Intel Turbo Memory

Select AHCI mode in Sata
Mode Selection if you

have included an Intel Tur­bo Memory module in your

purchase configuration.
You should then enable
support for Intel Turbo
Memory from DFOROM
(Robson) Support (see
page 5 - 11).

Advanced Menu

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Installed O/S: [Vista]

SATA Mode Selection: [AHCI]
Legacy USB Support: [Enabled]
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Disabled]
FAN Control: [Automatics]
Power On Boot Beep [Disabled]
Legacy OS Boot: [Enabled]
Reset Configuration Data: [No]
Battery Low Alarm Beep: [Disabled]
DFOROM (Robson) Support: [Enabled]

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Advanced

Installed O/S (Advanced Menu)

This setting tells the computer what kind of operating system you’re using. Make
sure you choose the correct setting for your O/S in order to prevent system problems.
Note: If you select the Vista O/S then the SATA Mode Selection menu will become
available. If you are installing the Windows XP O/S make sure you have set the ap­propriate operating system here in order to prevent system problems.

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Only available if Windows Vista
is selected as the O/S.

Item Specific Help

Select the operating
system installed
on your system which
you will use most
commonly.

Note: An incorrect
setting can cause
some operating
systems to display
unexpected behavior.

5 - 8 Advanced Menu

SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)

This menu is only available if you select the Vista O/S as your operating system.
You can configure SATA (Serial ATA) control to operate in either IDE (native/
compatible) or AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) modes from this menu.
The SATA mode should be set to AHCI mode for this system (unless you are sure
your hard disk can only operate in IDE mode). If you are unsure of the mode your
hard disk supports contact your service center. Note the following:

• If you have installed the Windows Vista O/S with AHCI enabled, DO NOT dis-

able it (see sidebar).

•The SATA mode should be set to AHCI if you have included an Intel Turbo
Memory (Robson) NAND flash memory card module

in your purchase option.

•The SATA mode should be set to AHCI to support e-SATA port hot-swapping.

• You will need to install the Intel Matrix Storage driver (see “Intel Turbo Mem-

ory & Matrix Storage Setup and Driver Inst allation” on page 7 - 29) to support

the e-SATA port in Windows Vista, and also if you have included Intel Turbo
Memory (Robson) NAND flash memory card module

in your purchase option.

Legacy USB Support (Advanced Menu)

Use this menu item to enable/disable the support for Legacy Universal Serial Bus.

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SATA Mode

Selection

If you have installed the
Windows Vista operat­ing system with AHCI
mode enabled (default
setting), DO NOT dis­able AHCI mode (if you
wish to disable AHCI
mode you will need to
reinstall the Windows
VIsta OS).

If you have installed the
Windows Vista operat­ing system with AHCI
mode disabled, DO
NOT enable AHCI mode
(if you wish to enable
AHCI mode you will
need to reinstall the
Windows VIsta OS).

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Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: (Advanced Menu)

Advanced Menu 5 - 9

BIOS Utilities

Use this menu item to enable/disable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen (or POST
screen - see

“The Power-On Self Test (POST)” on page 5 - 2).

Fan Control (Advanced Menu)

This menu item allows you to set the fan cooling behavior under light system activity
(if you choose Automatic the system will adjust the fan cooling as appropriate for
the system activity).

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Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)

Use this menu item to enable/disable the beep as the computer starts up.

Legacy OS Boot (Advanced Menu)

Enable this item to support only system boot from the Legacy OS (e.g Windows Vis­ta). If disabled the system will attempt to boot from the EFI (Extensible Firmware

Interface) before the Legacy OS.

Reset Configuration Data: (Advanced Menu)

This item is set to No as default. You can change the setting to Yes if you have in­stalled a new add-on which has reconfigured the system, resulting in such a serious
system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot.

5 - 10 Advanced Menu

Battery Low Alarm Beep: (Advanced Menu)

Use this menu item to enable/disable the battery low alarm beep.

DFOROM (Robson) Support (Advanced Menu > SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]

This item will only be available if you have selected AHCI in SATA Mode Selec-
tion. The option should be enabled only if you have included an optional Intel Tur­bo Memory Module in your purchase configuration. You should then install the

driver as per the instructions in “Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup and

Driver Installation” on page 7 - 29.

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Advanced Menu 5 - 11

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Security Menu

The changes you
make here affect the
access to the Setup
utility itself, and also

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access to your ma­chine as it boots up af­ter you turn it on.
These settings do not
affect your machine or
network passwords
which will be set in
your software OS.

Figure 5 - 4

Security Menu

Main Advanced SSeeccuurriittyyBoot Exit

Supervisor Password Is: Clear
User Password Is: Clear

Set Supervisor Password [Enabled]

Password on boot: [
Fixed disk boot sector: [Normal]

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)

You can set a password for access to the Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility.
This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Phoenix SecureCore(tm)
Setup Utility).

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Security

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Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password
controls access to the
setup utility.

Security Menu

5 - 12 Security Menu

Password on boot: (Security Menu)

Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer (you may
only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled). If “Enabled”
is selected, only users who enter a correct password can boot the system (see the
warning in the sidebar). The default setting is “Disabled”.

Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, then

press Enter for the new password (without typing any password entry) and Enter
again to confirm the password clearance.

Fixed disk boot sector: (Security Menu)

If you choose “Write-Protect” this will protect against viruses being written to the
hard disk boot sector (this is not a substitute for installing an anti-virus program - see

“Viruses” on page 8 - 4).

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Password Warning

If you set a boot pass­word (Password on boot
is “Enabled“), NEVER
forget your password.

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The consequences of
this could be serious. If
you cannot remember
your boot password you
must contact your ven­dor and you may lose all
of the information on
your hard disk.

Security Menu 5 - 13

BIOS Utilities

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Item Specific Help

Keys used to view or
configure devices:
Up and Down arrows
select a device.
<+> and <-> moves
the device up or down.
<f> and <r> specifies
the device fixed or
removable.
<x> exclude or include
the device to boot.
<Shift + 1> enables or
disables a device.
<1 - 4> loads default
boot sequence.

Boot priority order:

1: USB KEY:

2: USB FDC:
3: USB CD: Optiarc CDRWDVD CRX890S-(P
4: IDE CDROM:
5: IDE HDD: FUJITSU MHY2120BH-(PM)
6: USB HDD:
7: PCI BEV: Realtek Boot Agent
8:

Excluded from boot order:

: USB ZIP:
: USB LS120:
: PCI SCSI:
: Other USB:
:PCI:
: Legacy:
: 1394 CDROM:

Main Advanced Security

Boot

Exit

Figure 5 - 5

Boot Menu

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Boot Menu

When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g. Windows
Vista) from the devices listed in this menu, and in this priority order. If it cannot

find the operating system on that device, it will try to load it from the next device in
the order specified in the Boot priority order. Item specific help on the right is
available to help you move devices up and down the order.

5 - 14 Boot Menu

Exit Menu

BIOS Utilities

Main Advanced Security Boot

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes

F1 Help  Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit  Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

Phoenix SecureCore(tm) Setup Utility

Exit

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.

Choosing to Discard Changes, or Exit Discarding Changes, will wipe out any
changes you have made to the Setup. You can also choose to restore the original Set-
up defaults that will return the Setup to its original state, and erase any previous
changes you have made in a previous session.

Figure 5 - 6

Exit Menu

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Exit Menu 5 - 15

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5-16

Upgrading The Computer

Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer

Overview

This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps out­lined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can con­tact your service representative for further help. Before you begin you will need:

• A small crosshead or Phillips screwdriver

• A small regular slotted (flathead) screwdriver

• An antistatic wrist strap

Before working with the internal components you will need to wear an antistatic
wrist strap to ground yourself because static electricity may damage the compo­nents.

The chapter includes:

• Removing the Battery

• Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive

• Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)

• Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device

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Warranty Warning

Please check with your
service representative
before undertaking any
upgrade procedures to
find out if this will VOID
your warranty.

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Please make sure that you review each procedure before you perform it.

Overview 6 - 1

Upgrading The Computer

When Not to Upgrade

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Power Safety Warning

These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac­ing parts.You should not perform any of these upgrades if:

Before you undertake
any upgrade proce­dures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and disconnect­ed all peripherals and

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cables (including tele­phone lines). It is advis­able to also remove your
battery in order to pre­vent accidentally turning
the machine on.

6 - 2 Overview

• Your system is still under warranty or a service contract

• You don’t have all the necessary equipment

• You’re not in the correct environment

• You doubt your abilities
Under any of these conditions, contact your service representative to purchase or re-

place the component(s).

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember
to replace the cover(s) and screw(s) before turning the computer on.

Upgrading the Processor

If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast­er/new one you will need to contact your customer service representative. We rec­ommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incorrectly you may
damage the processor or mainboard.