Clevo M721S User Manual

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Preface

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.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, trans­mitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators
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as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
©April 2007

Trademarks

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. pat­ents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of
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, Celeron, and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

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 experie nc ed radio/TV technician for help.

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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, kitche n sink 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 with an AC Input of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC
Output of 19V, 3.42A (65 Watts) minimum AC/DC Adapter.

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,

TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD

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.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and powe r 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 the computer
to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable
surface.

Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.

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 proc edu res for the comput er. Shut the computer down properly and don ’t forge t
to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

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.

Do not disassemble the com­puter by yourself.

Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.

Use only approved brands of
peripherals.

Unplug the power cord befor e
attaching peripheral devices.

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Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approv ed for use with this computer.

• Your AC/DC adapter may be design ed for intern ational travel but it still re quires a steady,
uninterrupted power supply. 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-pr ong or a 3-prong ground ed 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 su re 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 repa ir or replacemen t to your servi ce represent ative or qual­ified 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 upgrade, 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 ca rrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any peripherals (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 req uire proof of ownersh ip for both hard -

ware and software. Make sure your documents are prepared.

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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 vent(s)/fan intake(s)/outlet(s) to be blocke d. To prevent your
computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan intake(s)/outlet(s) 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 fron t 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 your feet flat 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 an gles
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 comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and
shoulders.

• 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 o f 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 lo ng).

• Rotate desktop background images every few days.

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

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Contents

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

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

Instructions for Care and Operation ..........................IV

Power Safety ..............................................................VI

Battery Precautions ...................................................VII

Cleaning .................................................................. VIII

Servicing ................................................................. VIII

Travel Considerations ................................................IX

Quick Start Guide

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

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

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

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

Not Included ................................................................1-3

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

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

System Map: LCD Panel Open ......................................1-6

LED Indicators ............................................................1-7

Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard .......................................1-8

Keyboard ........................................................................1-9

Function Keys ...................................................... .... ....1-10

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

System Map: Left & Right Views ...............................1-12

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

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

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

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

Features & Components

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

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

Optical (CD/DVD) 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

Inserting and Removing ExpressCards ........................2-7

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

Function/Hot Key Indicators .........................................2-9

Audio Features .............................................................2-10

Adding a Printer ...........................................................2-11

USB Printer ..............................................................2-11

Parallel Printer ..........................................................2-11

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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 Battery 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

Manual Driver Installation .........................................4-3

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

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

Audio ..........................................................................4-5

Modem ........................................................................ 4-5

LAN ............................................................................4 -5

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

CardReader ................................................................. 4-6

Hot Key ......................................................................4-6

PC Camera Module ....................................................4-6

Wireless LAN Module ...............................................4-6

Bluetooth Module .......................................................4-6

3.5G Module ...............................................................4-6

Fingerprint Reader Module ........................................4-6

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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 Program ........................................................5-4

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

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

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

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

IDE Channel 0 Master (Main Menu) .............................5-7

SATA Port 1 (Main Menu) ............................................5-7

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

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

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

IDE PATA+SATA ID Control (Advanced Menu) ........5-9

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

Security Menu ..............................................................5-10

Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ..................5-10

Password on boot: (Security Menu) ............................5-11

Fixed disk boot sector: (Security Menu) .....................5-11

Boot Menu ...................................................................5-12

Exit Menu ....................................................................5-13

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 Optical (CD/DVD) Device ....................6-6

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

Upgrading the Processor ..............................................6-10

Modules & Options

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

PC Camera Module ........................................................7-2

802.11 b/g USB WLAN Module .................................7-11

Bluetooth Module ........................................................7-16

3.5G Module .......................................................... ... ...7-20

Fingerprint Reader Module ..........................................7-28

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 and Possible Solutions ...................................8-7

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Interface (Ports & Jacks)

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

SIS Video Driver Installation ....................................... B-1

Video ......................................................................... B-1

Video Memory ...........................................................B-1

SIS VGA Control Center ..............................................B-2

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

To Enable a Display Setting Mode ...............................D-7

Specifications

Processor .......................................................................C-1

Core Logic ....................................................................C-2

LCD .............................................................................. C-2

Memory .........................................................................C-2

Video Adapter ...............................................................C-2

Security ......................................................................... C-2

BIOS ............................................................................. C-2

Storage .......................................................................... C-2

Audio ............................................................................ C-3

Keyboard & Pointing Device ........................................C-3

Interface ........................................................................ C-3

Card Reader ..................................................................C-3

ExpressCard Slot ..........................................................C-3

Communication ............................................................. C-3

Power Management ......................................................C-4

Power ............................................................................ C-4

Battery ...........................................................................C-4

Environmental Spec ......................................................C-4

Dimensions ................................................................... C-4

& Weight .......................................................................C-4

Optional ........................................................................C-4

Windows XP Information

DVD Regional Codes ............................................ .......D-2

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

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse ......................................D-4

Function Keys ...............................................................D-5

Audio Features ..............................................................D-6

Video Features ..............................................................D-7

Attaching Other Displays ............................................D-11

Power Management Features ......................................D-13

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface .........D-13

The Power Sources .....................................................D-14

AC/DC Adapter ........................................................D-14

Battery ......................................................................D-14

Turning on the Computer ............................................D-15

Power Schemes ...........................................................D-16

System Power Options ................................................D-18

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown .................................D-18

Stand by Mode vs. Hibernate Mode .........................D-18

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Configuring the Power Button ....................................D-20

Battery Information ....................................................D-21

Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ....D-22

Battery FAQ .............................................................D-24

Driver Installation .......................................................D-25

Driver Installation Procedure ...................................D-28

PC Camera Module .....................................................D-30

802.11 b/g USB WLAN Module ................................ D-37

Bluetooth Module .................................................... ...D-39

3.5G Module ...............................................................D-43

3G Watcher Application Installation .......................D-43

Fingerprint Reader ...................................................... D-44

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Overview 1 - 1

Quick Start Guide

1

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), TouchPad & Mouse, Function/Hot
Keys, Quick Buttons, Audio & Printer.

• Chapter 3 The computer’s power saving 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 Wireless LAN, Bluetooth and PC Camera 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 SIS Video driver controls.

• Appendix C he computer’s specification.

• Appendix D Information on the Windows XP OS.

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Quick Start Guide

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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 “What to Install” on page 4 - 1, “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 and “Upgrading The Computer” on

page 6 - 1 in the User’s Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users

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.

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Notes

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

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Quick Start Guide

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Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows Vista/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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Drivers

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install
the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1. 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. You will be unable to use most advanced controls unti l the necessary driv ers and utili ties are p roperly installe d.
If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have alre ady done that for you); refer to

Chapter 4 for installation instructions.

Ports and Jacks

See “Notebook 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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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.

Table 1 - 1 - Model Differences

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

dows XP Information” on page D - 1.

Operating System & Version Supported Note

*Windows XP Home or Professional Editions

In order to run Windows XP without limitations or decreased
performance, your computer requires a minimum 512MB of
system memory (RAM)

Windows Vista (32-bit) Home Basic Edition

In order to run Windows Vista without limitations or
decreased performance, your computer requires a minimum
1GB of system memory (RAM)

System Startup 1 - 5

Quick Start Guide

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Place the computer on a stable surface.

3. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

4. 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.

5. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle, and press the power button to turn the computer “on”.

6. Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

7. The LED indicators show the power and battery status of the comp uter.

Figure 1 - 1 - AC/DC Adapter In

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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 Win-
dows Vista. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.

1 - 6 System Map: LCD Panel Open

Quick Start Guide

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System Map: LCD Panel Open

Figure 1 - 2

LCD Panel Open

1. Built-In PC Camera
(

Optional

)

2. LCD

3. Speakers

4. Power Button

5. Hot Key Buttons

6. LED Status
Indicators

7. Keyboard

8. Touchpad &
Buttons

9. LED Power &
Communication
Indicators

10. Fingerprint Module
(Optional)

11. Built-In Microphone

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6

9

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Wireless Device

Operation Aboard Aircraft

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.

Use the key combinations to toggle
power to the 3.5G/WLAN/Bluetooth
modules, and check the LED indicator
icon to see if the modules are powered
on or not (see Table 1 - 5, on page 1 -

10/ Table 1 - 2, on page 1 - 7).

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5

10

System Map: LCD Panel Open 1 - 7

Quick Start Guide

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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.

Table 1 - 2 - LED Status Indicators

Table 1 - 3 - LED Power & Communication Indicators

Icon Color Description

Green Silent Mode Activated (see over)

Off Normal Mode Activated (see over)

Green Hard Disk Activity

Green Number Lock Activated

Green Caps Lock Activated

Green

Scroll Lock Activated (to activate

press Fn & Scr Lk)

Icon Color Description

Orange DC Power is Plugged In

Green The Computer is On

Blinking Green

The Computer is in Sleep

Mode

Orange The Battery is Chargi ng

Green The Battery is Fully Charged

Blinking Orange

The Battery Has Reached

Critically Low Power Status

Green

The (optional) Wireless LAN

Module is Powered On

Orange

The (optional) Bluetooth

Module is Powered On

Green

The (optional) 3.5G Module is

Powered On

1 - 8 Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard

Quick Start Guide

1

Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard

These 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.

Table 1 - 4 - 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 or not by looking at
the LED status indicators.

Hot Key Function

Activate the Default E-Mail Browser

Activate the Default Internet Program

Toggle *Silent Mode (for power saving)

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Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make
a change, you can use any standard USB keyboard.
The system will detect and enable it automatically.
However special functions/AP-Key buttons unique to
the system’s regular keyboard may not work.

Keyboard 1 - 9

Quick Start Guide

1

Keyboard

The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to
change operational features instantly (see Figure 1 - 3). See Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 10 for full function key
combination details.

Figure 1 - 3 - Keyboard

Fn Key

Function Keys

NumLk &
ScrLk Keys

Numeric

Keypad

Fn Key

Function Keys

NumLk &
ScrLk Keys

Numerical Keypad

Play/Pause Key

3G Module
Power
Toggle Key

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Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change, you can use any standard USB keybo ard. The system
will detect and enable it automatically. However spe cial func tions/ho t-keys unique to the system’s regular keyboard ma y
not work.

1 - 10 Function Keys

Quick Start Guide

1

Function Keys

The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down.

Table 1 - 5 - Function Keys

Key Function Key Function

Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn + F7 Display Toggle

Fn + _

3.5G Module Power Toggle Fn + F8 Decrease LCD Brightness

Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle Fn + F9 Increase LCD Brightness

Fn + F2

Turn LCD Backlight Off

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

Fn + F10 PC Camera Module Power Toggle

Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + F11 Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle
Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Fn + F12 Bluetooth Module Power Toggle
Fn + F5 Decrease Audio Volume Fn + NumLk Number Lock Toggle
Fn + F6 Increase Audio Volume Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle

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Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters. These spe cial 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 NumLk is on.

System Map: Front & Rear Views 1 - 11

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Front & Rear Views

Figure 1 - 4

Front & Rear Views

1. LCD Latches

2. LED Power &
Communication
Indicators

3. 7-in-1 Card Reader

4. S/PDIF-Out Jack

5. Microphone-In Jack

6. Headphone-Out
Jack

7. Battery

2

54

1 1

6

3

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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)

7

1 - 12 System Map: Left & Right Views

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Left & Right Views

Figure 1 - 5

Left View

1. DC-In Jack

2. RJ-45 LAN Jack

3. External Monitor
Port

4. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet

5. 3 * USB 2.0 Ports

6. Optical Device
Drive Bay (for CD/
DVD Device - see
page 2 - 3)

7. RJ-11 Phone Jack

8. Security Lock Slot

1

5

2

4

6

8

7

3

5

5

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Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan in­take(s) while the computer is in use.

System Map: Left & Right Views 1 - 13

Quick Start Guide

1

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Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is ac­cessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”. Stop
the disk first then eject it, or press the stop button
twice.

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”.

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Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device
Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click th e +

next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the
DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog
box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the
control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code
(see “DVD Regional Codes” on page 2 - 5).

DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS­dependent. 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.

1 - 14 System Map: Bottom View

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Bottom View

Figure 1 - 6

Bottom View

1. Battery

2. Hard Disk Bay
Cover

3. RAM & CPU Bay
Cover

2

3

1

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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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CPU

The CPU is not a user serviceable
part. Opening this compartment,
or accessing the CPU in any way,
may violate your warranty.

Overheating

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

Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel 1 - 15

Quick Start Guide

1

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. Right-click the Start menu
icon , and then select Properties if you want to customize the appearance of the Start menu.

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 to Classic View on.

Figure 1 - 7 - Start Menu & Control Panel

Click here to toggle Classic View

1 - 16 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

1

Video Features

You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Settings control panel (in Per­sonalization) in Windows Vista and/or the SiS VGA Control Center. For further information see “SIS Video

Driver Controls” on page B - 1.

To access Windows Vista Display Settings:

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 - 8 on page 1 - 17).

4. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors: (Figure 1 - 8 on page 1 - 17).

5. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 1 - 8 on page 1 - 17) to bring up the Advanced Settings tabs.

To access the SiS VGA Control Center:

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

2. Click SiS VGA Control Center (or click Appearance and Personalization > SiS VGA Control Center).

3. Click the top menu icons to bring up the appropriate control panel to adjust the settings.

4. You can also access SiS VGA Control Center by right-clicking the SIS Tray taskbar icon , and selecting

Control Center.

1

2

3

4

Video Features 1 - 17

Quick Start Guide

1

Figure 1 - 8 - Display Settings & SiS VGA Control Center

2

1

3

4

4

1 - 18 Power Options

Quick Start Guide

1

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.

Figure 1 - 9 - Power Options

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

Features & Components

Overview 2 - 1

2

Chapter 2: Features & Components

Overview

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

•Hard Disk Drive

• Optical (CD/DVD) Device

• 7-in-1 Card Reader

• ExpressCard Slot

• TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

• Function/Hot Key Indicators

• Audio Features

• Adding a Printer

Features & Components

2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive

2

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 (see “Storage”

on page C - 2) with a height of 9.5 mm.

The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below. For fur­ther details see “Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive” on page 6 - 4.

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Power Safety

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.

Figure 2 - 1

Hard Disk Location

Features & Components

Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 3

2

Optical (CD/DVD) Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de­vice will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on page C - 2). 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 - 12).

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

to open the tray.

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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 (see

“Audio Features” on
page 2 - 10).

Figure 2 - 2

Optical Device

1

2

3

1

2

3

Features & Components

2 - 4 Optical (CD/DVD) Device

2

Handling CDs or DVDs

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.

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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”.

Features & Components

Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 5

2

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

Western Europe, Japan, South

Africa, Middle East & Egypt

3

South-East Asia, Taiwan, South

Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia,

Hong Kong

4

South & Central America, Mexico,

Australia, New Zealand

5

N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe,

India & Most of Africa

6China

Table 2 - 1

DVD Regional Coding

Figure 2 - 3

DVD Regions

Features & Components

2 - 6 7-in-1 Card Reader

2

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 “CardReader” on page 4 - 6).

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

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Card Reader Cover

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

Figure 2 - 4

Right View

1. Card Reader

• 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*)

1

Features & Components

ExpressCard Slot 2 - 7

2

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). Make sure you install the Card Reader driver

(see

“CardReader” on page 4

- 6

).

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.

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
rubber cover provided 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 - 5

Left View

1. Express Card Slot

Figure 2 - 6

Inserting &

Removing Express

Cards

1

Features & Components

2 - 8 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

2

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.

Once you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “TouchPad” on page 4 - 6) you
can configure the functions by double-clicking the TouchPad driver icon on the
taskbar. You may then configure the TouchPad tapping, buttons, scrolling, pointer
motion and sensitivity options to your preferences. You will find further information
at www.synaptics.com.

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Mouse Driver

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.

Figure 2 - 7

Mouse Properties

Features & Components

Function/Hot Key Indicators 2 - 9

2

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 “Hot

Key” on page 4 - 6). After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar.

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

Fn

Keys

Function

Fn

Keys

Function

Fn + F1

TouchPad

Toggle

Fn +

F10

PC

Camera

Power

Toggle

Fn + F3

Mute

Toggle

Fn +

F11

WLAN

Module

Power

Toggle

Fn +

F5/F6

Volume

Decrease/

Increase

Fn +

F12

Bluetooth

Module

Power

Toggle

Fn +

F8/F9

Brightness
Decrease/

Increase

*Silent

Mode

Toggle

Table 2 - 2

Function/Hot Key

Combo Indicators

Features & Components

2 - 10 Audio Features

2

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 an audio menu). The volume
may also be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination.

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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 - 8

Realtek Audio

Manager

Right-click the icon
to access the menu
above.

Features & Components

Adding a Printer 2 - 11

2

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 current 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 (unp acking, paper tray, 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,
however 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.

Features & Components

2-12

2

Power Management

Overview 3 - 1

3

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.)

Power Management

3 - 2 The Power Sources

3

The Power Sources

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.

1. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-in jack on the left 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.

Power Management

Turning on the Computer 3 - 3

3

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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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.

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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

3 - 4 Power Plans

3

Power Plans

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.

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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

Power Management

Power Plans3-5

3

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.

Figure 3 - 2

Power Plans

Power Management

3 - 6 Power-Saving States

3

Power-Saving States

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 do wn before the battery becomes
depleted.

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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.

Power Management

Power-Saving States 3 - 7

3

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.

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Silent Mode

You can use Silent
Mode to reduce power

consumption and fan
noise.

Use the Silent Mode
hot key to toggle this
mode on/off.

On screen visual indica­tors and the LED indica­tor will display the
Silent Mode status (see

Table 2 - 2, on page 2 ­9, and Table 1 - 3, on
page 1 - 7

).

Note Silent Mode may
reduce computer perfor­mance.

Figure 3 - 3

Lock Button menu

Power Management

3 - 8 Configuring the Power Buttons

3

Configuring the 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.

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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

Power Management

Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 9

3

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

Icon Color

To Resume

Power Off Off Press the Power Button

Sleep Blinking Green

Press the Power Button

Press the Sleep Button (Fn + F4 Key Combo)

Hibernate

Off (battery)

Press the Power Button

Orange (AC/DC adapter)

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



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.

Table 3 - 1

Resuming
Operation



Power Button

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Sleep/Hibernate/Shut Down
hot key 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).

Power Management

3 - 10 Battery Information

3

Battery Information

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.



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

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3

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.



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

Power Management

3 - 12 Battery Information

3

Battery Life

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

Indicators” on page 1 - 7 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.)

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Battery Information 3 - 13

3

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



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.



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 been 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.

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3 - 14 Battery Information

3

Battery FAQ

How do I completely discharge the battery?

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.

Figure 3 - 7

Power Plan Create

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Battery Information 3 - 15

3

4. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the ba ttery 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

Figure 3 - 8

Power Options

Advanced Settings -

Battery

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3 - 16 Battery Information

3

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.

How do I maintain the battery?

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

Drivers & Utilities

What to Install 4 - 1

4

Chapter 4: 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 CD­ROM 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 D - 25 for Windows XP information).

Module Driver Installation

The procedures for installing drivers for the PC Cam­era, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, 3G and Fingerprint

modules are provided in “Modules & Options” on

page 7 - 1.

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4 - 2 Driver Installation

4

Driver Installation

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
CD-ROM and click Install Drivers (button).

If you wish to install the drivers manually see overleaf
for the driver path information

.

Figure 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1

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

on page 4 - 3 (the dri ve r s mus t 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).

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

Figure 4 - 2 - Drivers Installer Screen 2

Drivers & Utilities

Driver Installation 4 - 3

4

Manual Driver Installation

If you wish to install the drivers manually, click the Exit button to quit the Drivers Installer application, and
then browse to the executable file in the location listed in the table below and follow the installation procedure
for each driver. Note that X is the drive letter assigned to the CD/DVD-ROM drive.

Table 4 - 1 - Driver Installation and Location

Driver Page Driver Location

Video

Page 4 - 5

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\01VGA\setup.exe

Audio

Page 4 - 5

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\02Audio\Setup.exe

Modem

Page 4 - 5

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\03Modem\ssetup.exe

LAN

Page 4 - 5

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\04Lan\setup.exe

TouchPad

Page 4 - 6

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\05Touchpad\set up.exe

CardReader

Page 4 - 6

Vista 32bit: X:\Drivers\06Reader\Setup.exe

Hot Key

Page 4 - 6

Vista 32bit: X:\Drive rs\07Hotkey\Setup.exe

PC Camera Module

Page 7 - 3

Vista 32bit: X:\Others\02Camera\32bit\setup.exe (for 300K or 1.3M pixel Camera)
Vista 32bit: X:\Others\02Camera\D-max2.0M\Setup.exe (for 2.0M pixel Camera)

Wireless LAN Module

Page 7 - 11

Vista 32bit: X:\Others\01RTL8187\setup.exe

Bluetooth Module

Page 7 - 16

Vista 32bit: X:\Others\03Bluetooth\setup.exe

3.5G Module

Page 7 - 23

Vista 32bit: X:\Others\0 4_3G\3G.msi

Fingerprint Reader Module

Page 7 - 28

Vista 32bit: X:\Others\05Fingerprint\Application\x86\autorun.exe

Drivers & Utilities

4 - 4 Driver Installation

4

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-
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 in-
stallation 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”
(Found New Hardware Wizard) during the installa­tion procedure (other than when outlined in the
driver install procedure), click Cancel to close the
window, and follow the installation procedure.

Drivers & Utilities

Driver Installation 4 - 5

4

Driver Installation Procedure

Video

1. Click 1.Install VGA Driver > Yes.

2. Click Yes (click Yes if you want to view the
ReadMe file).

3. Click Yes to restart the computer.

Audio

1. Click 2.Install Audio Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Modem

1. Click 3.Install Modem Driver > Yes.

2. Click OK.

3. The modem is ready for dial-up configuration.

LAN

1. Click 4.Install LAN Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish > Finish to restart the computer.

4. The network settings can mow be configured.



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.

Drivers & Utilities

4 - 6 Driver Installation

4

TouchPad

1. Click 5.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish > Restart Now to restart the com­puter.

4. You may then configure your TouchPad as out­lined in “TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse” on

page 2 - 8.

CardReader

1. Click 6.Install Cardreader Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer .

Hot Key

1. Click 7.Install HOTKEY Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Install.

3. Click Finish > Finish to restart the computer.

PC Camera Module

See the introduction in “PC Camera Module” on

page 7 - 2, and check the installation procedure.

Wireless LAN Module

See the introduction in “802.11 b/g USB WLAN Mod-

ule” on page 7 - 11, and check the installation proce-

dure.

Bluetooth Module

See the introduction in “Bluetooth Module” on

page 7 - 16, and check the installation procedure.

3.5G Module

See the introduction in “3.5G Module” on page 7 - 20,
and check the installation procedure.

Fingerprint Reader Module

See the introduction in “Fingerprint Reader Module”

on page 7 - 28, and check the installation procedure.

BIOS Utilities

Overview 5 - 1

5

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.



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>.

BIOS Utilities

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

5

The Power-On Self Test (POST)

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.



POST Screen

1.BIOS information

2.CPU type

3.Memory status

4.Enter Setup prompt
appears only during

POST

Note:

The

POST

screen
as pictured right is for
guideline purposes only.
The

POST

screen on
your computer may ap­pear slightly different. If
you disable the

Boot-

time Diagnostic Screen

,
the POST screen will not
appear.

Figure 5 - 1

POST Screen

Phoenix TrustedCore(tm) NB
Copyright 1985-2006 Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
Bios Revision: ********
KBC/EC Firmware Revision: ********

CPU=1Processors Detected, Cores per Processor = 2
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU T5600 @ 1.83GHz
323M System RAM Passed
2048 KB L2 Cache
System BIOS shadowed
ATAPI CD-ROM: Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A
Mouse intialized

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

1

2

3

4

BIOS Utilities

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

5

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.

BIOS Utilities

5 - 4 The Setup Program

5

The Setup Program

The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and manage ba-
sic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration).

Entering Setup

To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt
(Press F2 to Enter Setup) seen 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.

BIOS Utilities

The Setup Program 5 - 5

5

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.



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.

BIOS Utilities

5-6Main Menu

5

Main Menu

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.

Figure 5 - 2

Main Menu

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

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

Item Specific Help

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

Main

System Time: [22:12:05]

System Date: [04/23/2007]

 IDE Channel 0 Master [Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A-(]
 SATA Port 1 [FUJITSU MHV2100BH PL-(S1)]

System Memory 633 KB
Extended Memory 390144 KB

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Utilities

Main Menu 5 - 7

5

IDE Channel 0 Master (Main Menu)

Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of an optical Device
on the computer’s IDE Channel 0. Use the Auto (Type:) setting to have the items
configured automatically for you.

SATA Port 1 (Main Menu)

Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a HDD on the com-
puter’s SATA port. 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 Utilities

5 - 8 Advanced Menu

5

Advanced Menu

Installed O/S: (Advanced Menu)

This setting tells the computer what kind of operating system you’re using.

Figure 5 - 3

Advanced Menu

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

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

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.

Advanced

 Installed O/S: [WinXP/Vista]

IDE PATA+SATA ID Control [5513+1183]

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Enabled]

BIOS Utilities

Advanced Menu 5 - 9

5

IDE PATA+SATA ID Control (Advanced Menu)

You can configure IDE PATA +SATA device ID control from this menu, if you
have specific requirements to do so.

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: (Advanced Menu)

Use this menu item to enable/disable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen. Enable this
item to display the POST screen as illustrated in “POST Screen” on page 5 - 2.

BIOS Utilities

5 - 10 Security Menu

5

Security Menu

Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)

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



Security Menu

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

y

Boot Exit

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

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password
controls access to the
setup utility.

Security

Supervisor Password Is: Clear

Set Supervisor Password [Enter]

Password on boot: [

sabed

]

Fixed disk boot sector: [Normal]

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Utilities

Security Menu 5 - 11

5

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).



Password Warning

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

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.

BIOS Utilities

5 - 12 Boot Menu

5

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.

Figure 5 - 5

Boot Menu

PhoenixBIOS 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.
<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 HDD:
4: USB CD: Optiarc DVD RW AD-7530A-(P
5: IDE 4: FUJITSU MHV2100BH PL-(S1)
6: IDE 5:
7: PCI BEV: SiS191 UNDI, PXE-2.1
8:

Excluded from boot order:

: USB CDROM:
: USB ZIP
: USB LS120

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

BIOS Utilities

Exit Menu 5 - 13

5

Exit Menu

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

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

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

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

BIOS Utilities

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5

Upgrading The Computer

Overview 6 - 1

6

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 Optical (CD/DVD) Device

• Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)

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



Warranty Warning

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

Upgrading The Computer

6 - 2 Overview

6

When Not to Upgrade

These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac­ing parts.

You should not perform any of these upgrades if:

• 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 re­place the component(s).



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.



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 Computer

Removing the Battery 6 - 3

6

Removing the Battery

If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reasons
it is best to remove the battery.

1. Turn the computer off, and turn it over.

2. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow.

3. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow, and hold it in place.

4. Slide the battery out in the direction of the arrow .



Warranty Warning

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

Figure 6 - 1

Battery Removal

1
2

3

2

3

1

Upgrading The Computer

6 - 4 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive

6

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard
disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page C - 2). Follow your
operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary drivers and util­ities (see “Driver Installation” on page 4 - 2), when setting up a new hard disk.

1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the batt er y.

2. Locate the hard disk bay cover an d remove screws & .

3. Remove the hard disk bay cover .

4. Grip the tab and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow

.



HDD System

Warning

New HDD’s are blank. Be­fore you begin make sure:
You have backed up any
data you want to keep from
your old HDD.
You have all the CD-ROMs
and FDDs required to in­stall your operating system
and programs.
If you have access to the in­ternet, download the latest
application and hardware
driver updates for the oper­ating system you plan to in­stall. Copy these to a
removable medium.

Figure 6 - 2

Hard Disk Bay &

Screws

1

2

3

4

3

2

1

4

Upgrading The Computer

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 - 5

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5. Lift the hard disk up in the direction of arrow .

6. Remove the screws & and cover .

7. Reverse the process to install a new hard disk drive.

Figure 6 - 3

HDD & Cover

Removal

5

6 7 8

5

7

6

8

Upgrading The Computer

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

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Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device

1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the batt er y.

2. Locate the RAM & CPU bay cover and remove screws

- .

3. Remove the screw at point , and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the
optical device at point .

4. Reverse the process to install the new device.

Figure 6 - 4

Removing the CD/

DVD Device

1 4

5

5

5

5

1

3

4

2

Upgrading The Computer

Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 7

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Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)

The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO­DIMM) DDRII (DDR2) type memory modules (see “Memory” on page C - 2 for
details of supported module types).

The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn
on your computer.

1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery.

2. Locate the RAM & CPU bay cover and remove screws

- .

1 4

3

4

21

Figure 6 - 5

RAM & CPU
Bay Screws

Upgrading The Computer

6 - 8 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)

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3. Carefully (a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover) lift up the
bay cover.

4. Carefully disconnect the fan cable , and remove the cover .

5. Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the
direction indicated by the arrows ( &

) in Figure 6 - 7.

5 6

5

6

7 8

Figure 6 - 6

CPU/RAM Bay

Cover Removed

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Contact Warning

Be careful not to touch
the metal pins on the
module’s connecting
edge. Even the cleanest
hands have oils which
can attract particles, and
degrade the module’s
performance.

Figure 6 - 7

RAM Module

Release Latches

7

8

Upgrading The Computer

Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 9

6

6. The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it.

7. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.

8. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly
into the memory slot.

9. The module’s pin alignment will allow it to only fit one way. Make sure the module
is seated as far into the slot as it will go. DO NOT FORCE the module; it should fit
without much pressure.

10. Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the slot levers click into
place to secure the module.

11. Replace the bay cover and screws (make sure you reconnect the fan cable
before screwing down the bay cove).

12. Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to re gister the new memory configuration
as it starts up.

9

Figure 6 - 8

RAM Module

Removal

&

Fan Cable

Reconnection

9

Upgrading The Computer

6 - 10 Upgrading the Processor

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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.

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Warranty

The CPU is not a user
serviceable part. Open­ing this compartment, or
accessing the CPU in
any way, may violate
your warranty.

Unauthorized tampering
with the HDD may also
violate your warranty.

Modules & Options

Overview 7 - 1

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Chapter 7: Modules & Options

Overview

This chapter contains information on the following modules, which may come with
your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please
contact your service representative.

• PC Camera Module

• 802.11 b/g USB WLAN Module

• Bluetooth Module

• 3.5G Module

• Fingerprint Reader Module

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Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

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.

Modules & Options

7 - 2 PC Camera Module

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PC Camera Module

There are 3 camera options available for this computer, depending on your purchase
configuration. The 300K and 1.3M pixel camera modules use the BisonCap appli­cation to capture video files, and the 2.0M pixel camera module uses the Video
View application to capture video files.

Before installing the PC Camera driver, make sure that the optional PC Camera is
on. Use the Fn + F10 key combination (see Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 10) to toggle
power to the PC Camera module. Make sure you install the drivers in the order
indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 3.

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Latest PC Camera
Driver Information

Check the CD, and any
accompanying insert
pages, for the latest up­dated information on the
PC Camera driver,
which may override the
information provided
here.

Modules & Options

PC Camera Module 7 - 3

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PC Camera Driver Installation

1. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Device Drivers &
Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.

2. Click Optional (button).

3. Click 1.PC Camera Driver, Web cam > Yes.

For the 1.3M or 300K Pixel Camera Module:

1. Choose the language you prefer and click Next > Next.

2. Click Finish to restart the computer.

3. Run the BisonCap application program from the BisonCam shortcut on the
desktop, or from the BisonCam item in the Start > Programs/All Pro-
grams menu (if the hardware is turned off use the Fn + F10 key combina­tion to turn it on again).

For the 2.0M Pixel Camera Module:

1. Click Install.

2. Click to select Yes or No in answer to the power system question.

3. Click to select Yes or No to enable/disable the Digital Zoom function.

4. Click Finish > Finish to restart the computer.

5. Run the Video View application program from the Video View shortcut on
the desktop, or from the USB2.0 PC Camera item in the Start > Pro-
grams/All Programs menu (if the hardware is turned off use the Fn + F10
key combination to turn it on again).

Modules & Options

7 - 4 PC Camera Module

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PC Camera Audio Setup (all camera modules)

If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the
audio recording options in Windows.

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

2. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).

3. Click Recording (t ab).

4. Right-click Microphone (Rea ltek High Definitio n Audio) and make sure the item is
not disabled.

5. Double-click Microphone (or select Properties from the right-click menu).

6. Click Levels (tab), and adjust the Microphone and Microphone Boost sliders to
the level required.

7. Click OK and close the control panels.

8. Run the BisonCap applica tion program from the S t art > Progr ams/All Programs
> BisonCam menu.

9. Go to the Devices menu heading and select Microphone (Realtek....) (it should

have a tick alongside it).

10. Go to the Capture menu heading and select Capture Audio (it should have a tick
alongside it).