Clevo M740S, M740SU, M741S, M745S, M760S Concise User's Guide
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Introduction (English)
This Concise User’s Guide introduces the main features
of your computer. The English version of this guide begins on page 1. The expanded User’s Manual is on the
Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
Einführung (Deutsch)
Dieses Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch führt Sie in die
Hauptfunktionen des Notebooks ein. Die deutsche Version des Handbuchs beginnt auf Seite 45. Das erweiterte
Benutzerhandbuch finden Sie auf der Disc für die Gerätetreiber und Hilfsprogramme (Disc Device Drivers &
Utilities + User's Manual).
Présentation (Français)
Ce Guide Utilisateur Concis présente les fonctionnalités
principales de votre ordinateur. La version française de
ce guide commence à la page 89. Le Manuel de l'Utilisa-
teur étendu se trouve sur le disque de Pilotes & Utilitaires + Manuel de l'Utilisateur (disque Device Drivers &
Utilities + User's Manual).
Introducción (Español)
Esta Guía del Usuario Concisa le presenta las características principales de su ordenador. La versión española de
esta guía comienza en la página 133. El Manual del usua-
rio completo se encuentra en el disco de Controladores
del dispositivo y Utilidades + Manual del usuario (disco
Device Drivers & Utilities + User's Manual).
Introduzione (Italiano)
La presente Guida Rapida per l'Utente introduce le caratteristiche principali del computer. La versione italiana di
questa guida inizia da pagina 177. Il Manuale utente
completo si trova nel disco contenente driver e utilità +
Manuale utente (disco Device Drivers & Utilities +
User's Manual).
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Contents
Notice .........................................................................................................1
About this Concise User Guide ..................................................................2
Instructions for Care and Operation ...........................................................3
System Startup ............................................................................................7
Operating System Setup ................................. ............................................8
System Software .........................................................................................9
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open -
Models A & C ..................................................................................... .....10
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open -
Models B & D ..........................................................................................11
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open -
Models E & F ................................................. ............................... ...........12
LED Indicators .......................................................................... ...............13
Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard ............................................................... ...14
System Map: Front & Left Views ............................................................16
System Map: Right & Rear Views ......................... ..................................17
System Map: Bottom View ......................................................................18
Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel ...........................................19
Video Features ............................................................ ..............................20
Power Options ..........................................................................................22
Audio Features .................................. .......................................................23
Driver Installation ................... ..................................................................24
PC Camera ................................................................................................26
Wireless LAN Module .............................................................................29
3.5G Module .............................................................................................30
Fingerprint Reader ......................... ................................. ..........................35
Bluetooth Configuration ...........................................................................37
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................39
Specifications ...........................................................................................40
Sommaire
Hinweis .................................................................................................... 45
Über das Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch .............................................. 46
Hinweise zu Pflege und Betrieb ...............................................................47
Schnellstart ...............................................................................................51
Einrichten des Betriebssystems ...............................................................52
Systemsoftware ........................................................................................ 53
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem LCD-Bildschirm
(Modelle A & C) ......................................................................................54
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem LCD-Bildschirm
(Modelle B & D) ................................. .....................................................55
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem LCD-Bildschirm
(Modelle E & F) ......................................................... ..............................56
LED-Anzeigen ......................................................................................... 57
Hot-Key-Tasten & Tastatur ..................................................................... 58
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne und links ........................................ 60
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von hinten und rechts ..................................... 61
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von unten ........................................................ 62
Windows Vista Startmenü und Systemsteuerung .................................... 63
Grafikfunktionen ......................................................................................64
Energieverwaltungsfunktionen ................................................................ 66
Audiofunktionen ......................................................................................67
Installation der Treiber .............................................................................68
PC-Kamera ...............................................................................................70
Wireless-LAN-Modul .............................................................................. 73
3.5G-Modul ..............................................................................................74
Fingerabdruckleser ...................................................................................79
Bluetooth-Konfiguration ..........................................................................81
Fehlerbehebung ........................................................................................83
Technische Daten .......................... ...........................................................84
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Inhalt
Avertissement ...........................................................................................89
A propos de ce Guide Utilisateur Concis .................................................90
Instructions d’entretien et d’utilisation .................................................. ...91
Guide de démarrage rapide .................. .................................. ...................95
Configuration du système d'exploitation ..................................................96
Logiciel système .......................................................................................97
Carte du système : Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert
(Modèles A & C) ......................................................................................98
Carte du système : Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert
(Modèles B & D) ......................................................................................99
Carte du système : Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert
(Modèles E & F) .......................................... .................................. .........100
Indicateurs LED .....................................................................................101
Boutons Hot-Key & clavier ....................................................................102
Carte du système : Vues de face & gauche ....................................... .....104
Carte du système : Vues droite & arrière ...................................... .........105
Carte du système : Vue d’en dessous ............................... ......................106
Menu Démarrer & Panneau de configuration de Windows Vista ..........107
Caractéristiques vidéo ............................................................................108
Caractéristiques de gestion de l’alimentation .........................................110
Caractéristiques Audio ...........................................................................111
Installation du pilote ........................................... ................................. ...112
Caméra PC .............................. ................................................................114
Module LAN sans fil ..............................................................................117
Module 3.5G ...........................................................................................118
Lecteur d'empreintes digitales ................................................................123
Configuration Bluetooth .........................................................................125
Dépannage ..............................................................................................127
Spécifications .........................................................................................128
Contenidos
Aviso ......................................................................................................133
Acerca de esta Guía del Usuario Concisa .............................................. 134
Instrucciones para el cuidado y funcionamiento ....................................135
Guía rápida para empezar ........................................ ..............................139
Configuración del sistema operativo .....................................................140
Software de sistema ............................................................................... 141
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto
(Modelos A & C) ...................................................................................142
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto
(Modelos B & D) ........................................................................ ........... 143
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto
(Modelos E & F) ............................................................. .......................144
Indicadores LED ............................................................. .......................145
Botones Hot-Key & teclado ................................................................... 146
Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal y izquierda .........................................148
Mapa del sistema: Vistas derecha y posterior ........................................149
Mapa del sistema: Vista inferior ............................................................150
Menú Inicio y Panel de control de Windows Vista ............................... 151
Parámetros de vídeo ............................................................................... 152
Funciones de administración de energía ................................................154
Características de audio ....................................................................... ..155
Instalación de controladores ..................... ............................................. 156
Cámara PC .............................................................................................158
Módulo LAN Wireless ...........................................................................161
Módulo 3.5G .......................................................................................... 162
Lector de huellas digitales .....................................................................167
Configuración de Bluetooth ...................................................................169
Solución de problemas .................................................................. ......... 171
Especificaciones ..................................................................................... 172
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Sommario
Avviso ....................................................................................................177
Informazioni sulla Guida Rapida per l'Utente ........................................178
Istruzioni per la custodia e il funzionamento .........................................179
Guida di avvio rapido .............................. .................................. .. ...........183
Installazione del sistema operativo .........................................................184
Software del sistema ........................ .. .....................................................185
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello LCD aperto
(Modelli A & C) .....................................................................................186
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello LCD aperto
(Modelli B & D) .....................................................................................187
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello LCD aperto
(Modelli E & F) ......................................................................................188
Indicatori LED ........................................................................................189
Pulsanti Hot-Key & tastiera ...................................................................190
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore e sinistra .................................192
Descrizione del sistema: Vista destra e posteriore .................................193
Descrizione del sistema: Vista inferiore .................................................194
Menu Start e Pannello di controllo di Windows Vista ...........................195
Funzioni video ............................................. .................................. .........196
Funzioni di risparmio energetico ............................................................198
Funzionalità audio ................................................................... ...............199
Installazione driver .................................................................................200
Camera PC .............................. ................................................................202
Modulo LAN Wireless ...........................................................................205
Modulo 3.5G ..........................................................................................206
Lettore d’impronte digitali .....................................................................211
Configurazione Bluetooth ....................... ...............................................213
Risoluzione dei problemi ........................................................................215
Specifiche tecniche .................................................................................216
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Notice
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About this Concise User Guide
This quick guide is a brief introduction to getting your system started. This is a supplement, and not a substitute for
the expanded English language User’s Manual in Adobe Acrobat format on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s
Manual disc supplied with your computer. This disc also contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper
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operation of the computer.
Some or all of the computer’s features may already have been setup. If they aren’t, or you are planning to re-configure
(or re-install) portions of the system, refer to the expanded User’s Manual. The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s
Manual disc does not contain an operating system.
Regulatory Information
Regulatory notices and information are contained in the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities
+ User’s Manual disc.
Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devic es aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure the Wireless LAN, Bluetooth and 3.5G modules are OFF if yo u are using the computer aboard aircraft.
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Instructions for Care and Operation
The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:
• Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.
• Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element.
This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.
• A void interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong mag-
netic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.
• Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to
save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost.
• Take care when using peripheral devices.
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 is damaged or frayed.
• If the computer has been exposed to any liquids.
• If the computer does not work no rmally 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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Power Safety
The computer has specific power requirements:
• Only use an AC/DC adapter ap proved for use with this computer.
• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for in ternational travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply.
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If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.
• The AC/DC adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.
• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.
• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies.
Power Safety Warning
Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals
and cables (including telephone lines). It is advisable to also remove your battery in order to prevent accidentally turning the machine on.
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) to be bloc ked. To prevent your computer from overheating make
sure nothing blocks the vent(s) while the computer is in use.
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.
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Battery Precautions
• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.
• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way.
Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may 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 pac k repair or replacement to your servi ce representative 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.
Battery Disposal & Caution
The product that you have purchased contains a rechar geable battery. The battery is recy clable. At the end of it s useful life, under
various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municip al waste stream. Check with your local so lid
waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Model Differences
This notebook series includes six different model types (each model includes different design styles). The exact o utward appearance and some of the Hot-Key buttons may appear slightly different from those illustrated in this manual,
however all the ports, components and functions etc. are the same for each design style. The models differ as indicated
in the table below.
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Feature Model A Model B Model C Model D Model E Model F
Core Logic
Video
Adapter
AC/DC
Adapter
LCD Type
Fingerprint
Reader
SiS M672 + SiS968 SiS 671DX + SiS968
SiS Integrated Video (Internal
On Chip)
65W (DC Output 19V, 3.42A or
18.5V, 3.5A)
14.1" 15.4" 14.1" 15.4" 17"
No Option
NVIDIA Discrete Video (External
Table 1 - Model Differences
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On Board)
90W (DC Output 19V, 4.74A)
SiS M672 +
SiS968
SiS Integrated
Video (Internal
On Chip)
65W (DC Output
19V, 3.42A or
18.5V, 3.5A)
SiS 671DX +
SiS968
NVIDIA Discrete
Video (External
On Board)
90W (DC Output
19V, 4.74A)
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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. Use one hand to raise the
illustrated in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).
6. Press the power button to turn the computer “on” .
lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (do not exceed 120 degrees);
Shut Down
Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing th e Shut Do wn command fr om the Lock
Button Menu in Windows Vista. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.
use the other hand (as
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Figure 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In
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Operating System Setup
If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, make sure you
configure the appropriate OS setting in the BIOS before installing a new operating system (Note: If you have installed
the Windows Vista operating system with AHCI mode enabled, DO NOT disable AHCI mode or you will need to
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reinstall the Windows Vista OS).
1. Start-up the computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS.
2. Go to the Advanced menu, select Installed O/S and make sure the appropriate operating system is selected.
3. Go to the Exit menu and select Exit Saving Changes (or press F10) and press Enter to exit the BIOS and reboot
the computer.
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Installed O/S: [VISTA]
SATA Mode Selection: [AHCI]
Legacy USB Support: [Enabled]
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Enabled]
Power on Boot Beep [Disabled]
Battery Low Alarm Beep: [Disabled]
Advanced
Only available if Windows Vista
is selected as the O/S.
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
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.
SATA Mode Selection
Make sure that you have selected the appropriate SATA Mode Selection for your hard
disk. If you have installed the Vista O/S with
AHCI or IDE mode selected, do not change
the setting (otherwise you will need to reinstall
your O/S).
F1 Help Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
Figure 2 - Advanced BIOS Menu
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System Software
Your computer may already come with system software
pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are
re-configuring your computer for a different system, you
will find this manual refers to the Microsoft Windows
Vista operating system
the drivers and utilities is available in Chapters 4 & 7 of
the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers &
Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
If you are installing/re-installing new system software, you
will need to install the appropriate drivers. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and
a hardware component e.g. a wireless network mod ule. It is
very important that you install the drivers in the order listed
in Table 5 on page 24. You will be unable to use most ad-
vanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are
properly installed.
. Further information on installing
Drivers
Operating Systems Supported
Operating
System
Windows XP
(Home Edition or
Professional)
Windows Vista
with Service
Pack 1 (32-bit/
64-bit)
Home Basic/
Home Premium/
Business/
Enterprise/
Ultimate Editions
For information on the Windows XP
OS see the Device Drivers & Utilities +
User’s Manual disc.
Make sure you install Windows Vista
Service Pack 1 (or a Windows Vista
version which includes Service Pack 1)
before installing any drivers. Go to
the Microsoft website for download
details, or contact your service center.
In order to run Windows V ist a without
limitations or decreased performance,
your computer requires a minimum
1GB of system memory (RAM).
Note
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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Figure 3 - Front View
with LCD Panel Open
(Models A & C)
1. Built-In PC Camera
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(Optional)
2. LCD
3. Speakers
4. Power Button
5. Hot-Key Buttons
6. Keyboard
7. Built-In Microphone
8. TouchPad & Buttons
9. Fingerprint Module
(Optional for Models
C - F Only)
10. LED Indicators
Touchpad Buttons
(valid operation area)
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models A & C
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Wireless Device
Operation Aboard Aircraft
2
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5
4
6
8
7
8
10
9
The use of any portable electronic
transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make
sure the wireless modules are
OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.
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 4 on page 15/
Table 2 on page 13).
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10 - System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models A & C
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System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models B & D
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Wireless Device
Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices
aboard aircraft is usually prohi bited. Make sure the wireless
modules 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 4
on page 15/ Table 2 on
page 13).
10
10
2
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5
4
6
7
8
9
Figure 4 - Front View
with LCD Panel Open
(Models B & D)
1. Built-In PC Camera
(Optional)
2. LCD
3. Speakers
4. Power Button
5. Hot-Key Buttons
6. Keyboard
7. Built-In Microphone
8. TouchPad & Buttons
9. Fingerprint Module
(Optional for Models
C - F Only)
10. LED Indicators
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Touchpad Buttons
(valid operation area)
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Figure 5
Front View with LCD
Panel Open
(Models E & F)
1. Built-In PC Camera
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(Optional)
2. LCD
3. Power Button
4. Hot-Key Buttons
5. Keyboard
6. Built-In Microphone
7. Touchpad & Buttons
8. Fingerprint Module
(Optional for Models
C - F Only)
9. LED Indicators
Touchpad Buttons
(valid operation area)
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models E & F
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Wireless Device
Operation Aboard Aircraft
2
4
3
5
7
6
7
9
8
The use of any portable electronic
transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make
sure the wireless modules are
OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.
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 4 on page 15/
Table 2 on page 13).
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LED Indicators
The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.
Icon Color Description Icon Color Description
Orange DC Power is Plugged In Orange The Battery is Charging
Green The Computer is On Green The Battery is Fully Charged
Blinking
Green
Green
Green Caps Lock Activated Green
Green Scroll Lock Activated Orange
The Computer is in Sleep
Mode
Number Lock (Numeric Keypad) Activated
Table 2 - LED Indicators
Blinking
Orange
Green Hard Disk Activity
The Battery Has Reached Critically Low Power Status
The (optional) Wireless LAN
Module is Powered On
The (optional) Bluetooth Module
is Powered On
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Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard
The Hot-Key buttons give instant access to the default Internet browser and e-mail program, and allow you to toggle the Silent Mode on/off with one quick button press.
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Hot-Key Button Function
Activate the Default E-Mail Browser
Activate the Default Internet Program
Toggle *Silent Mode (for power saving)
Table 3 - Hot-Key Buttons
*When enabled, Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and
save power consumption. Note this may reduce computer
performance.
The keyboard (Models A - D) has a numeric keypad for
easy numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly.
Keypad
Function Keys
NumLk &
ScrLk
Fn Key
3.5G
Module
Power
Toggle
Numeric Keypad
The keyboard (Models E & F) includes a numeric keypad (on the right side of the keyboard) for easy numeric
data input. Pressing the NumLk key turns on/off the numeric keypad. It also features Function Keys to allow
you to change operational features instantly.
Keypad
Fn Key
Function Keys
3.5G
Module
Power
Toggle
NumLk &
ScrLk
Numeric Keypad
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Figure 6 - Keyboard
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Function Keys & Visual Indicators
The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition to the
basic function key combinations; visual indicators (see the table below) are available when the hot key utility is installed (see “Hot-Key” on page 25). After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar.
Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators
Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn +F8/F9
Fn +
Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle Fn + F11
Fn + F2
Fn + F3 Mute Toggle
Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle
Fn +
F5/F6
3.5G Module
Power Toggle
Turn LCD Backlight Off (Press a key to or use
TouchPad to turn on)
Volume Decrease/
Increase
Fn + F10
Fn + F12
Fn +
NumLk/
NumLk
Brightness
Decrease/Increase
PC Camera Power
Toggle
WLAN Module
Power Toggle
Bluetooth Module
Power Toggle
Number Lock (Numeric Keypad) Toggle
Silent Mode Toggle
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Fn + F7 Display Toggle
Table 4 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators
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Figure 7
Front & Left Views
1. LED Indicators
2. DC-In Jack
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3. External Monitor Port
4. RJ-45 LAN Jack
5. Vent
6. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports
7. ExpressCard/54(34)
Slot
8. 7-in-1 Card Reader
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Front
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Left
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The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:
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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)
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7-in-1 Card Reader
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CD 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 similar object that may
break and become lodged in the hole.
Media Warning
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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Rear
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Changing DVD Regional Codes
Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device
Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the +
next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the
DVD-ROM 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.
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.
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Right & Rear Views
1. S/PDIF-Out Jack
2. Microphone-In Jack
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3. Headphone-Out Jack
4. USB 2.0 Port
5. Optical Device Drive
Bay
6. Emergency Eject Hole
7. RJ-11 Modem Jack
8. Security Lock Slot
9. Battery
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Bottom View
1. Battery
2. RAM & CPU Bay Cover
3. Vent
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4. Hard Disk Bay Cover
5. 3.5G USIM Card
Location
6. Bluetooth Module Cover
7. Speakers
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.
System Map: Bottom View
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Models A & C
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The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing the CPU in any way may violate
your warranty.
To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks any vent
while the computer is in use.
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CPU
Overheating
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Models B & D
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3
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Models E & F
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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.
Click here to toggle Classic View
Figure 10 - Start Menu & Control Panel
In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control Panel
is accessed from the Start menu, and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows
(e.g. power, video, network, audio etc.). Windows Vista provides basic controls for many of the features, however
many new controls are added (or existing ones are enhanced) when you install the drivers listed in Table 5 on page 24.
To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle to Classic View on.
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Video Features
This computer features two different (either SiS for Models A, B & E or NVIDIA for Models C, D & F) video
options.
Personalization) in Windows Vista and/or the SiS VGA Control Center/NVIDIA Control Panel.
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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 th e Appearance and Personalization menu (or double-click Personalization >
3. Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution: (Figure 11 on page 21).
4. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors: (Figure 11 on page 21).
5. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 11 on page 21) to bring up the Advanced Settings tabs.
To access the SiS VGA Control Center (Models A, B & E):
1. The SiS VGA Control Center can be accessed by right-clicking the SiSTray taskbar icon , and selecting Control Center
To access the NVIDIA Control Panel (Models C, D & F):
1. The NVIDIA Control Panel can be accessed by right-clicking the desktop, and then clicking NVIDIA Control Panel (or from
You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Settings control panel (in
Display Settings).
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(or from the SiS VGA Control Center in the Windows Control Panel).
the NVIDIA Control Panel in the Windows Control Panel).
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Figure 11 - Display Settings & Control Center/Control Panel
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Power Options
The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows (see page 19) 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
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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
configuration options.
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Note: Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista
Figure 12 - Power Options
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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
trol 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.
Right-click the icon
to access the menu
above.
/ icon in the taskbar/con-
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 13
Realtek Audio
Manager
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Driver Installation
The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc
contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper
operation of the computer. Insert the disc and click In-
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stall Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to ac-
cess the Optional driver menu.
Install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 5. After installing each driver it will become grayed out (if you
need to reinstall any driver, click Unlock).
Manual Driver Installation
Click the Browse CD button in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the appropriate driver folder.
Windows Update
After installing all the drivers make sure you enable
Windows Update in order to get all the latest security
updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes
from Microsoft).
Driver (Windows Vista with SP1) Page#
Video page 25
Audio page 25
Modem page 25
LAN page 25
TouchPad page 25
CardReader page 25
Hot-Key page 25
PC Camera (Optional) page 26
Wireless LAN Module (Optional) page 29
3.5G Module (Optional) page 31
Fingerprint Reader (Optional for Mod-
els C - F)
Bluetooth Module (Optional)
Note: No driver installation required (see page 37)
Enable Windows Update (see left)
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Table 5 - Driver Installation
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