This Concise User’s Guide introduces the main features
of your computer. The English version of this guide begins on page 1. The expanded User’s Manual is on the
Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
Einführung (Deutsch)
Dieses Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch führt Sie in die
Hauptfunktionen des Notebooks ein. Die deutsche Ve rsion des Handbuchs beginnt auf Seite 35. Das erweiterte
Benutzerhandbuch finden Sie auf der Disc für die
Gerätetreiber und Hilfsprogramme (Disc Device Drivers& Utilities + User's Manual).
Présentation (Français)
Ce Guide Utilisateur Concis présente les fonctionnalités
principales de votre ordinateur. La version française de
ce guide commence à la page 69. Le Manuel de l'Utili-
sateur étendu se trouve sur le disque de Pilotes & Utilitaires + Manuel de l'Utilisateur (disque Device Drivers
& Utilities + User's Manual).
Introducción (Español)
Esta Guía del Usuario Concisa le presenta las características principales de su ordenador. La versión española de
esta guía comienza en la página 103. El Manual del
usuario completo se encuentra en el disco de Controladores del dispositivo y Utilidades + Manual del usuario
(disco Device Drivers & Utilities + User's Manual).
Introduzione (Italiano)
La presente Guida Rapida per l'Utente introduce le caratteristiche principali del computer. La versione italiana
di questa guida inizia da pagina 137. Il Manuale utente
completo si trova nel disco contenente driver e utilità +
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.
Intel and Atom are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Concise User’s Guide
About this Concise User Guide
This quick guide is a brief introduction to getting your system started. This is a supplement, and not a substitute for
the expanded English language User’s Manual in Adobe Acrobat format on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’sManual disc supplied with your computer. This disc also contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper
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operation of the computer.
Some or all of the computer’s features may already have been setup. If they aren’t, or you are planning to re-configure
(or re-install) portions of the system, refer to the expanded User’s Manual. The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’sManual disc does not contain an operating system.
Regulatory Information
Regulatory notices and information are contained in the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities
+ User’s Manual disc.
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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.
2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element. This is an
electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.
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 working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your
work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.
5. T ake care when using peripheral devices.
Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure the wireless modules are OFF if
you are using the computer aboard aircraft.
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Power Safety
The computer has specific power requirements:
•Only use an AC/DC adapter approved for use with this computer.
•Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel bu t it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply.
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If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.
•The AC/DC 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.
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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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. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:
•When the power cord 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.
Power Off Before Traveling
Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such conta iner). Putting a notebook
which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vent(s) to be blocked. To prevent your computer from overheating make sure
nothing blocks the vent(s) while the computer is in use.
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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 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 pos-
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sibly 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 p ack repair or replacement to your servi ce representative 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 dispos ing of the battery.
•Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.
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 into 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 equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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System Startup
1. Remove all packing materials. Place the computer 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 on the left of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and
connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
4. Use one hand to raise the
illustrated in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).
5. Press the power button to turn the computer “on”.
lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (do not exceed 130 degrees);
Shutdown
Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Turn Off Computer command from
the Start menu in Windows. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.
use the other hand (as
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Figure 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In
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Inserting the AC/DC Adapter Cable
Take care when connecting the AC/DC adapter cable
into the DC-In jack on the computer. The combination of
some case designs and AC/DC adapters will expose part
of the end of the adapter cable when connected to the
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DC-In jack (see Figure 2); this is a normal situation.
DO NOT insert the adapter cable into the DC-In jack any
further than necessary (i.e. until you meet resistance),
otherwise you may cause damage to the computer. The
LED indicator will be orange when the adapter is
connected.
Model Differences
This notebook series may include different design styles.
The exact outward appearance and some of the Hot-Key
buttons may appear slightly different from those illustrated in this manual, however all the ports, components and
functions etc. are the same for each design style.
Figure 2
Computer
with AC/DC
Adapter
Plugged-In
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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 this manual refers to the Microsoft Windows XP
operating system
drivers and utilities is available in Chapters 4 & 7 of the
expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utili-ties + User’s Manual disc.
If you are installing/re-installing new system software, you
will need to install the appropriate drivers. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and
a hardware component e.g. a wireless network module. It is
very important that you install the drivers in the order listed
in Table 6, on page 22. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are
properly installed.
. Further information on installing the
Drivers
Operating
System
Windows XP
(Home or
Professional) with
Service Pack 3
Make sure you install Windows XPService Pack 3 (or a Windows XP
version which includes Service Pack
3) before installing any drivers. Go
to the Microsoft website for download
details, or contact your service
center.
In order to run Windows XP without
limitations or decreased
performance, your computer
requires a minimum 512MB of
system memory (RAM).
Note
Not Included
Operating Systems (e.g. Windows XP) and applications
(e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.
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Front View with LCD
1. Optional Built-In PC
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2. LCD
3. Speakers
4. Power Button
5. Hot-Key Buttons
6. LED Status Indicators
7. Keyboard
8. TouchPad and Buttons
9. LED Power &
10. Built-In Microphone
Figure 3
Panel Open
Camera
Communication
Indicators
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open
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Wireless Device
Operation Aboard
2
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The use of any portable electronic transmission devices
aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure the module(s) are OFF if you are
using the computer aboard
aircraft.
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5
Use the key combinations to
toggle power to the WLAN/
Bluetooth modules, and
check the LED indicator
to see if the modules are
powered on or not (see
Table 2, on page 11/
Table 4, on page 13).
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Aircraft
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LED Indicators
The two sets of LED indicators (LED Status Indicators
and LED Power & Communication Indicators) on the
computer display helpful information about the current
status of the computer.
IconColorDescription
GreenSilent Mode Activated (see over)
Off
GreenHard Disk Activity
GreenNumber Lock Activated
GreenCaps Lock Activated
GreenScroll Lock Activated
Table 1 - LED Status Indicators
Normal Mode Activated (see
over)
IconColorDescription
OrangeDC Power is Plugged In
GreenThe Computer is On
Blinking Green
OrangeThe Battery is Charging
GreenThe Battery is Fully Charged
Blinking Orange
Green
Orange
The Computer is in Standby
Mode
The Battery Has Reached
Critically Low Power Status
The (optional) Wireless LAN
Module is Powered On
The (optional) Bluetooth
Module is Powered On
Table 2 - LED Power & Communication Indicators
Note that the LED indicator does not have any function in this computer series as there is no 3G module available as an option for this series.
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Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard
The Hot-Key buttons give instant access to the default Internet browser and e-mail program, and allow you to toggle the Silent Mode on/off with one quick button press.
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Hot-Key ButtonFunction
Activate the user specified applica-
tion e.g. Microsoft Word or Excel
Activate the Default E-Mail Program
Toggle *Silent Mode (for power sav-
ing)
Table 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 numeric keypad for easy numeric
data input, and features function keys to allow you to
change operational features instantly.
Keypad
Function Keys
NumLk &
ScrLk
Numeric Keypad
Fn Key
Figure 4 - Keyboard
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 numeri c keypad. Regular number keys (in the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that NumLk is on.
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Function Keys & Visual 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. After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar.
MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) / MS Duo (requires PC adapter) /
Mini SD (requires PC adapter) / RS MMC (requires PC adapter)
Front
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Rear
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7-in-1 Card Reader
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System Map: Left & Right Views
Left
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6
4
Right
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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 similar object that may break and become lodged in the hole.
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Changing DVD Regional Codes
Go to the Control Panel and double-click System >
Hardware (tab), click Device Manager, then click the
+ next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the
DVD-ROM device 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.
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.
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CD Emergency Eject
Figure 6
Left & Right Views
1. DC-In Jack
2. RJ-45 LAN Jack
3. External Monitor Port
4. Vent
5. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports
6. Optical Device Drive
Bay
7. Emergency Eject Hole
8. RJ-11 Modem Jack
9. Security Lock Slot
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1. Battery (8 Cell Battery
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2. Hard Disk Bay Cover
3. RAM & CPU Bay
Figure 7
Bottom View
Pictured)
Cover
System Map: Bottom View
CPU
The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing the
CPU in any way may violate
your warranty.
Overheating
To prevent your computer
from overheating make sure
nothing blocks any vent
while the computer is in use.
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Battery Information
Always completely discharge, then fully cha rge, a new b attery b efo re usi ng i t. Comp let el y
discharge and charge the battery at least once ev ery 30 day s or after ab out 20 part ial di scharges.
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3
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Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel
Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows XP (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 customize 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 8 - 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 XP provides basic controls for many of the features,
however many new controls are added (or existing ones are enhanced) when you install the drivers provided. To
see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View.
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Video Features
Your computer has built-in Intel (Intel 945GSE) video. You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Properties control panel in Windows as long as the appropriate video driver is installed.
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To access Display Properties in Windows:
1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or just click Control Panel).
2. Double-click Display (icon) - in the Appearances and Themes category.
3. Click Settings (tab) in the Display Properties dialog box.
4. Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen resolution (Figure 9 on page 19).
5. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting in Color quality (Figure 9 on page 19).
6. Click Advanced (button) (Figure 9 on page 19) to bring up the Advanced properties tabs.
7. Click Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile (tab), and click Graphics Properties (button) to make any
video adjustments you require.
8. You can also access Display Properties by right-clicking the desktop and scrolling down and clicking Properties. Click
Settings (tab) and adjust as above.
9. You can also access Intel(R) GMA Driver for mobile from the taskbar icon menu.
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Display Devices & Options
Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor (CRT) or external Flat Panel Display as your
display device.
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Intel Display ModeDescription
Single Display
Multiple Display - Intel(R)
Dual Display Clone
Multiple Display - Extended
Desktop
2
3
Figure 9 - Display Properties Desktop
One of the connected displays is used as the display device
Both connected displays output the same view and may be configured indepe ndently
Both connected displays are treated as separate devices, and act as a virtual desktop
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Attaching Other Displays
If you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display, connect it to the external monitor port on the left of the computer.
1. Attach your external display to the external monitor port, and turn it on.
2. Go to the Intel(R) GMA Driver for mobile control panel and click Display Devices.
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3. Click to choose the display option (Extended Desktop or Intel(R) Dual Display Clone) from the Multiple Display menu.
4. Click Apply, and OK to confirm the settings change.
5. Click Display Settings to adjust the settings for the attached devices.
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Figure 10 - Display Devices
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Power Management Features
The Power Options control panel in Windows (see page 17) allows you to configure power management features for
your computer. You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk (by means
of Power Schemes), or you may use either Standby or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system
(enable Hibernate support from the control panel as pictured in Figure 11).
Figure 11 - Power Options
The computer’s power button, sleep button (Fn + F4 key combination), and lid (closing the lid) may be set to send
the computer in to either Standby or Hibernate mode.
Power Saving and Performance
Power Schemes may have an affect on your computer performance.
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Driver Installation
The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc
contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper
operation of the computer. Insert the disc and click In-
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stall Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to ac-
cess the Optional driver menu.
Install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 6. After installing each driver it will become grayed out (if you
need to reinstall any driver, click Unlock).
Manual Driver Installation
Click the Browse CD button in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the appropriate driver folder.
Driver (WinXP with SP3)Page #
Chipset
Video
Audio
Modem
LAN
TouchPad
Card Reader
Hot-Key
PC Camera (Optional)
Wireless LAN Module (Optional)
Bluetooth Module (Optional)
Note: No driver installation required (see Page 29)
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Table 6 - Driver Installation
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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 doubleclick the Add/Remove Programs item. If you see theindividual driver listed (if not see below), uninstall it,
following the on screen prompts (it may be necessary to
restart the computer). Go to the appropriate section of the
manual to complete the update/reinstall procedure for the
driver in question.
If the driver is not listed in the Add/Remove Programs
item:
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control
Panel (or click Start > Control Panel).
2. Double-click System (icon); System (icon) is in