Clevo W370ET Concise User's Guide
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 Computers ein. Die deutsche Version des Handbuchs beginnt auf Seite 29. 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 57. 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 85. 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 113. 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
About this Concise User Guide .........................................................1
System Startup ..................................................................................3
RAID Setup for Windows 7 ..............................................................5
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Models A & B) ..7
LED Indicators ..................................................................................8
Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard ...........................................................9
Control Center .................................................................................11
System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model A) ............14
System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model B) ............15
System Map: Bottom View .............................................................16
Windows Control Panel & Desktop ................................................17
Video Features ................................................................................18
Audio Features ................................................................................20
Fingerprint Reader ..........................................................................21
3G Module ......................................................................................22
Driver Installation ...........................................................................23
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................24
Specifications ................. .................................... ............................. 25
Inhalt
Über das Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch ......................................29
Schnellstart .................... ............................................ ......................31
RAID Setup für Windows 7 ............................................................33
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem LCD-Bildschirm
(Modelle A & B) .............................................................................35
LED-Anzeigen ................................................................................36
Hot-Key-Tasten & Tastatur .............................................................37
Control Center (Steuerzentrum) ................. .....................................39
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne, links, rechts und hinten
(Modell A) . ......................................................................................42
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne, links, rechts und hinten
(Modell B) ............................ ...........................................................43
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von unten ...............................................44
Windows Systemsteuerung und Arbeitsplatz ..................................45
Grafikfunktionen ...................... ....................................................... 46
Audiofunktionen ..............................................................................48
Fingerabdruckleser ................... ............................................... ........49
3G-Modul .......................... ............................................... ...............50
Installation der Treiber ....................................................................51
Fehlerbehebung ...............................................................................52
Technische Daten ............................................................................53
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Sommaire
A propos de ce Guide Utilisateur Concis ........................................57
Guide de démarrage rapide .............................................................59
Configuration RAID pour Windows 7 ............................................61
Carte du système: Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert
(Modèles A & B) ............................................................................63
lndicateurs LED ..............................................................................64
Boutons Hot-Key & Clavier ...........................................................65
Control Center (Centre de contrôle) ...............................................67
Carte du système: Vues de face, gauche, droite, arrière & dessous
(Modèle A) ......................................................................................70
Carte du système: Vues de face, gauche, droite, arrière & dessous
(Modèle B) ......................................................................................71
Carte du système: Vue d’en dessous ...............................................72
Windows Control Panel & Desktop ................................................73
Caractéristiques vidéo .....................................................................74
Caractéristiques audio .....................................................................76
Lecteur d'empreintes digitales .........................................................77
Module 3G ......................................................................................78
Installation du pilote .......................................................................79
Dépannage .................... ....... ...... ....... .... ....... ....... ...... ..... ...... ....... .....80
Spécifications ................. .................................... ............................. 81
Contenidos
Acerca de esta Guía del Usuario Concisa .......................................85
Guía rápida para empezar ................................................................87
Configuración RAID para Windows 7 ............................................89
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto
(Modelos A & B) .............................................................................91
Indicadores LED .............................................................................92
Botones Hot-Key & Teclado ...........................................................93
Control Center (Centro de control) .................................................95
Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal, izquierda, derecha y posterior
(Modelo A) ......................................................................................98
Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal, izquierda, derecha y posterior
(Modelo B) ......................................................................................99
Mapa del sistema: Vista inferior ...................................................100
Panel de Control y escritorio de Windows ....................................101
Características de audio .................................................................102
Parámetros de vídeo ......................................................................103
Lector de huellas digitales .............................................................105
Módulo 3G ....................................................................................106
Instalación de controladores ..........................................................107
Solución de problemas ............................... ...................................108
Especificaciones .............. ............................................... ...............109
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Sommario
Informazioni su questa guida rapida .............................................113
Guida di avvio rapido ....................................................................115
Configurazione RAID per Windows 7 .........................................117
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannell o LCD aper to
(Modelli A & B) ...................... ......................................................119
Indicatori LED ..............................................................................120
Pulsanti Hot-Key & Tastiera .........................................................121
Control Center (Centro di controllo) ............... ..............................123
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore, sinistra, destra e posteriore
(Modello A) ..................................................................................126
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore, sinistra, destra e posteriore
(Modello B) ...................................................................................127
Descrizione del sistema: Vista inferiore .......................................128
Pannello di controllo e Desktop di Windows ...............................129
Funzioni video ...... ........................................................................130
Funzionalità audio .........................................................................132
Lettore d’impronte digitali ............................................................133
Modulo 3G ....................................................................................134
Installazione driver ........................................................................135
Risoluzione dei problemi ........ ......................................................136
Specifiche tecniche .......................................................................137
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About this Concise User Guide
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two
conditions:
1.This device may not cause
harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This quick guide is a brief introduction to getting your system started. This is a supplement, and not a substitu te 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 prop er operation of
the computer (Note: The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice).
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 and Safety Information
Please pay careful attention to the full regulatory notices and safety information contained in the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
© October 2012
Trademarks
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Instructions for Care and Operation
Battery Disposal & Caution
The product that you have purchased contains a recharg eable
battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of
this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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.
• Avoid interference . Keep the computer away from high capacity trans-
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formers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.
• Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the com-
puter down properly and don’t forg et to save yo ur work. Remember to
periodically save your data as data may be lost.
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 any 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.
Safety Information
• Only use an AC/DC adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dis-
• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears
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pose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
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.
• Make sure that your computer is completely powered off before putting it
into a travel bag (or any such container).
• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies, peripherals and cables (including telephone lines). It is
advisable to also remove your battery in order to prevent accidentally turning the machine on.
• Use a soft clean cloth to clean the computer, but do not apply cleaner
directly to the computer. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.
• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel.
Polymer Battery Precautions
Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries
only, and where applicable, this overrides the general battery precaution information.
• Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling, however
this is part of the battery’s safety mechanism and is not a cause for concern.
• Use proper handling procedures when using polymer batteries. Do not use
polymer batteries in high ambient temperature environments, and do not
store unused batteries for extended periods.
System Startup
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Shut Down
Windows 7
Note that you should always shut your computer down by
choosing Shut Down from the Start menu.
Windows 8
Note that you should always shut your computer down by
clicking Settings in the Charms Bar (use the Windows
Logo Key + C key combination to access the Charms
Bar) and choosing Shut down from the Power menu.
This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.
1. Remove all packing materials.
2. Place the computer on a stable surface.
3. Insert the battery and make sure it is locked in position.
4. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the
computer (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.
5. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the
computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and
connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
6. Use one hand to raise the
(do not exceed 135 degrees); use the other hand (as illustrated
in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never
lift the computer by the lid/LCD).
7. Press the power button to turn the computer “on”.
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 Microsoft Windows 7 and
8.
lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle
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Figure 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC
Adapter Plugged-In
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Model Differences
This notebook series includes two different model types that mainly differ as indicated in the table below. Note that
your model may appear slightly different from those pictured in this manual.
Feature Model A Model B
Display Type
15.6” (39.62cm) HD+/ FHD 17.3” (43.94cm) HD+/ FHD
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3G module Option Not Supported
Fingerprint Reader
Module
Dimensions & Weight
374mm (w) * 250mm (d) * 16.3 - 42.7mm (h)
2.7kg with ODD and Battery
Option Not Supported
413mm (w) * 277.5mm (d) * 17.5 - 44mm (h)
3.2kg with ODD and Battery
Table 1 - Model Differences
HDD RAID Support
Your hard disk(s) can be set up in AHCI mode or RAID mode (for increased performance or protection). Note that setting up your hard disk(s) in RAID mode needs to be done prior to installing the Windows OS.
RAID Setup for Windows 7
See RAID Setup for Windows 7 on page 5.
RAID Setup for Windows 8
Refer to the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
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RAID Setup for Windows 7
You may use your hard disks in combination with Striping
(RAID 0), Mirroring (RAID 1), or Recovery for either
fault tolerance or performance.
RAID Level Description
Identical drives reading and writing data in p aral-
RAID 0
(at lease two
hard disks
needed)
RAID 1
(at lease two
hard disks
needed)
Recovery
(at lease two
hard disks
needed)
lel to increase performance. RAID 0 implements a striped disk array and the data is broken
into blocks and each block is written to a separate disk drive.
RAID 0 (a striped array) is not fault-tolerant. The
failure of one drive will result in the loss of all
data in the array.
Identical drives in a mirrored configuration used
to protect data. Should a drive that is part of a
mirrored array fail, the mirrored drive (which
contains identical data) will handle all the data.
When a new replacement drive is installed, data
to the new drive is rebuilt from the mirrored drive
to restore fault tolerance.
RAID 1 (mirrored array) provides full data protection, as data can simply be copied from a
healthy disk to a replacement for any failed disk.
Two identical drives copying data between a
master and a recovery disk. This provides more
control over how data is copied between the
master and recovery drives, fast volume
updates and the ability to view the data in Win-
dows Explorer.
Prepare the following before setting up your serial ATA
hard disks in RAID mode:
•The Microsoft Windows 7 OS disc.
•The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
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Note: All hard disks in a RAID should be identical (the
same size and brand) in order to prevent unexpected system behavior.
RAID Setup Procedure
Part I: BIOS
1. Start-up your computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS.
2. Go to the Advanced menu, select SATA Mode and press
Enter.
3. Select RAID Mode.
4. Press Esc and go to the Boot menu.
5. Set the CD/DVD-ROM Drive (make sure the Microsoft
Windows OS disc is inserted) as the first device in the boot
order from the Boot menu.
6. Select Save Changes and Reset from the Exit menu (or press
F4) and press Enter to exit the BIOS and reboot the computer.
Table 2 - RAID Description
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Part II: Intel Matrix
Figure 2
RAID
Created
1. Press Ctrl + i to enter RAID configuration menu.
2. Select 1.Create RAID Volume and press Enter.
3. Type the RAID volume name and then press Tab or Enter to
advance to the next field.
4. Specify (use the up and down arrow keys) the RAID level
(RAID 0 or RAID 1 or Recovery - see Table 2) and then press
Tab or Enter to advance to the next field.
5. Press Enter and the system will select the physical disks to use.
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6. Press Enter and select (if applicable) the Strip Size (best set to
default).
7. Press Enter and select the Capacity size (best set to default).
8. Press Enter to select Create Volume.
9. Press Enter to create the volume, and confirm the selection by
pressing Y.
10. This will now return to the main menu.
12. Make sure the Windows 7 OS DVD is in the DVD drive and as
the computer starts up it will automatically boot from the
Windows 7 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to
boot from the DVD).
13. Press Enter to continue installing the operating system as
normal (see your Windows documentation if you need help on
installing the Windows OS).
11. Select 6.Exit and press Enter, then press Y to exit the RAID
configuration menu.
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System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Models A & B)
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1
4
3
Note that the Touchpad and
Buttons valid operational
area is that indicated within
the red dotted lines above.
Figure 3
Front View with LCD
Panel Open
1. PC Camera (Optional)
2. *PC Camera LED
*When the PC camera
is in use, the LED will
be illuminated in red.
3. LCD
4. GPU Button
5. LED Indicators
6. Power Button
7. Hot Key Buttons
8. Speakers
9. Keyboard
10. Microphone
1 1. Touchpad & Buttons
12. Fingerprint Reader
(Optional for Model A
Only)
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited.
Make sure the wireless modules are OFF or in Air-
plane mode (for Windows 8 only) if you are using the
computer aboard aircraft.
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9
8
6
7
10
2
1
7
3
9
6
8
10
8
5
Model A
15.6” (39.62cm)
Model B
17.3” (43.94cm)
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8
5
4
11
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LED Indicators
Model A
Model B
The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.
Icon Color Description
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Icon Color Description
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Orange
Green The Computer is On
Blinking Green The Computer is in Sleep Mode
Orange The Battery is Charging
Green The Battery is Fully Charged
Blinking Orange
Green Number Lock Activated
Green Caps Lock Activated
Green Scroll Lock Activated
Table 3 - Front Left LED Indicators
The AC/DC Adapter is Plugged
In
The Battery Has Reached Criti-
cally Low Power Status
White The Computer is On
Green UMA Mode Activated
Orange Optimus Mode Activated
Green Intel Integrated GPU (iGPU) Activated
Orange NVIDIA Discrete GPU (dGPU) Activated
White Hard Disk Activity
Green The Wireless LAN Module is Powered On
Win 7 - The Bluetooth Module is Powered
On
Orange
Win 8 - The Bluetooth Module is Installed
(this is not a power on/off indicator in Win 8)
Table 4 - Top Case LED Indicators
Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard
Function Keys
NumLk &
ScrLk
Numeric
Keypad
Fn Key
Special Characters
Some software applications allow the number-keys to be
used with Alt to produce special characters. These special
characters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that the numeric keypad is
on.
3G Module
Power Toggle
Press the Hot Key buttons on the computer to toggle the
appropriate function on/off.
Icon Description
WLAN Module Power Toggle
Table 5 - Hot Key Button (Model A)
Icon Description
The keyboard has a numeric keypad for easy numeric data
input. Pressing NumLk turns on/off the numeric keypad.
It also features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly.
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PC Camera Power Toggle
WLAN Module Power Toggle
Table 6 - Hot Key Buttons (Model B)
Mute Toggle
Figure 4 - Keyboard
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Function Keys
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 (Windows 7 or Windows 8 Desktop only) are available wh en the hot
key driver is installed.
Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators
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Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn + F8/F9
Fn +
(Model A Only)
Fn + F1 Touchpad Toggle
Fn + F2
Fn + F3
()
Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle
Fn + F5/F6
Fn + F7 Display Toggle Fn + Esc Control Center Toggle (see page 11)
Brightness Decrease/
3G Module Power
Toggle
Turn LCD Backlight Off
(Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on)
Mute Toggle NumLk Number Lock Toggle
Volume Decrease/
Increase
Fn + F10
()
Fn + F11
()
Fn + F12
Caps Lock Caps Lock Toggle
PC Camera Power
WLAN Module Power
Bluetooth Module
Power Toggle
Table 7 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators
Increase
Toggle
Toggle
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Control Center
Windows 7
Windows 8
Press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the
Control Center on/off. The Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls, and enables you to quickly
turn modules on/off. The Control Center is only accessible from the Windows Desktop (use the Windows Lo go Key
+ D key combination) in Windows 8 and not from the Start Screen in the Metro UI.
Figure 5 - Control Center
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Click on any button to turn any of the modules (e.g. TouchPad, Camera) on/off. Click on Power Conservation to switch
between Performance, Balanced or Energy Star modes. Click on the buttons (or just click and hold the mouse button)
to adjust the slider for Brightness/Volume. Click on Display Switch/Time Zone/ Desktop Background to bring up
the appropriate Windows control panel. Click on the Sleep button to put the computer into Hibernate or Sleep modes.
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Power Status
The Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapter plugged
in to a working power outlet. The power status bar will show the current battery charge state.
Brightness
The Brightness icon will show the current screen brightness level. You can use the slider to adjust the screen brightness
or the Fn + F8/F9 key combinations, or use the Fn + F2 key combination to turn off the LED backlight (press any key
to turn it on again). Note that screen brightness is also effected by the Power Mode selected.
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Volume
The Volume icon will show the current volume level. You can use the slider to adjust the volume or the Fn + F5/F6
key combinations, or use the Fn + F3 key combination to mute the volume.
Power Conservation
This system supports Energy Star power management features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a lowpower sleep mode after a designated period of inactivity. Click either the Performance, Balanced or Energy Star but-
ton.
Sleep
Click the Sleep button to bring up the Hibernate or Sleep buttons, and click either button to have the computer
enter the appropriate power-saving mode.
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Display Switch
Click the Display Switch button to access the menu (or use the + P key combination) and select the appropriate
display mode.
Time Zone
Clicking the Time Zone button will access the Date and Time Windows control panel.
Desktop Background
Clicking the Desktop Background button will allow you to change the desktop background picture.
Touchpad/PC Camera/Wireless LAN Module /Bluetooth/3G Module (Win 7 Only)
Click any of these buttons to toggle the Touchpad or module’s power status. A crossed out icon will appear over the top
left of the icon when it is off
Power Mode selected.
. Note that the power status of a module, and Touchpad power, is also effected by the
Touchpad/PC Camera (Win 8 Only)
Click any of these buttons to toggle the Touchpad or module’s power status. A crossed out icon will appear over the top
left of the icon when it is off
Power Mode selected.
. Note that the power status of a module, and Touchpad power, is also effected by the
Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/ Number Lock
Click the button to toggle the appropriate lock mode.
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System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model A)
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Front
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13
12
11
14
Right
Rear
2
5
4
3
8
6
7
Left
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USB
The USB 3.0 ports are
colored blue. USB 3.0 will
transfer data much faster than
USB 2.0, and is backwardscompatible with USB 2.0.
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Figure 6
Front, Left, Right & Rear
Views (Model A)
1. LED Indicators
2. Security Lock Slot
3. USB 2.0 Port
4. S/PDIF-Out Jack
5. Microphone-In Jack
6. Headphone-Out Jack
7. Optical Device Drive Bay
8. Emergency Eject Hole
9. Multi-in-1 Card Reader
10. USB 3.0 Ports
11. Combined eSATA/USB
3.0 Port
12. HDMI-Out Port
13. RJ-45 LAN Jack
14. External Monitor Port
15. DC-In Jack
16. Vent
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Disc Emergency Eject
If you need to manually eject a disc (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption) you may push the end of a
straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole.
Do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may
break and become lodged in the hole.
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System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model B)
1
Front
10
13
12
11
14
Right
Rear
2
5
4
3
8
6
7
Left
9
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USB
The USB 3.0 ports are
colored blue. USB 3.0 will
transfer data much faster than
USB 2.0, and is backwardscompatible with USB 2.0.
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Figure 7
Front, Left, Right & Rear
Views (Model B)
1. LED Indicators
2. Security Lock Slot
3. USB 2.0 Port
4. S/PDIF-Out Jack
5. Microphone-In Jack
6. Headphone-Out Jack
7. Optical Device Drive Bay
8. Emergency Eject Hole
9. Multi-in-1 Card Reader
10. USB 3.0 Ports
11. Combined eSATA/USB
3.0 Port
12. HDMI-Out Port
13. RJ-45 LAN Jack
14. External Monitor Port
15. DC-In Jack
16. Vent
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Disc Emergency Eject
If you need to manually eject a disc (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption) you may push the end of a
straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole.
Do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may
break and become lodged in the hole.
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System Map: Bottom View
2
1
4
3
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Battery Information
Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new
battery before using it. Completely discharge an d charge
the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20
partial discharges (see the expanded User’s Manual on
the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc).
HDMI
Note that the HDMI Port supports video and audio signals to attached external displays (Note THX Tru Studio
Pro will be disabled when you are connecting to an external display through an HDMI connection -
see page 20).
Figure 8
Bottom View
1. Component Bay Cover
2. Vent
3. Battery
4. HDD Bay
CPU
The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing
the CPU in any way may
violate your warranty.
Overheating
To prevent your computer
from overheating make
sure nothing blocks any
vent while the computer is
in use.
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1
4
3
2
Model A
Model B
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Windows Control Panel & Desktop
Move the mouse to the
and right-click to access
bottom left of the screen
the menu.
Most of the control panels, utilities and applications within Windows are accessed from the Start menu in Windows 7,
and from the Desktop in Windows 8.
Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. In Windows 7 click the Start menu and
select Control Panel. In Windows 8
the Windows Logo Key + X key combination)
right-click the lower left hot corner to bring up the context menu (or use
and select Control Panel.
Figure 9 - Windows 8 Context Menu
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The desktop interfaces for both Windows 7 & 8 are similar (Windows 8 has no start button). To access the Desktop App
in Windows 8 use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination or Desktop App in the Metro UI Start Screen (Windows 7’s standard interface is the desktop).
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Video Features
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2
2
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Figure 10 - Display Control Panel
The system features both an Intel’s Integrated GPU (for
power-saving) and an NVIDIA’s discrete GPU (for performance). You can switch display devices, and configure
display options as long as the video drivers are installed.
To access Display control panel:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
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2. Click Display (icon) - in the Appearances and
Personalization category.
3. Click Adjust Screen Resolution/Adjust resolution.
OR
4. Alternatively you can right-click the desktop and select Screen
resolution.
5. Use the dropbox to select the screen resolution .
6. Click Advanced settings .
To access the Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Intel(R) Graphics and Media in the icon view.
OR
3. Right-click the desktop and select Graphics Properties from
the menu.
4. Choose the application mode (Basic, Advanced or Wizard).
To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click NVIDIA Control Panel (icon) - in the Appearances and
Personalization category.
OR
3. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel from
the menu.
Display Devices
Besides the built-in LCD you can also use an external
monitor/flat panel display/TV (TV through HDMI-Out
port only), connected to the external monitor port or to the
HDMI-Out port (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
as your display device.
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NVIDIA® Optimus™ Technology
Screen Resolution for Metro Style Apps
(Windows 8)
The minimum resolution in which Metro style apps will
run is 1024x768.
The minimum resolution required to support all the features of Windows 8 (including multitasking with snap) is
1366x768.
Nvidia® Optimus™ technology is a seamless technology
designed to get best performance from the graphics system while allowing longer battery life, without having to
manually change settings. Thus when an application is run
that requires extra performance or quality, then the system
will run the discrete GPU (dGPU); when the system does
not require such enhanced performance it will let the integrated (iGPU) handle it.
GPU Button
This computer also features a button that allows the
user to switch between Optimus Mode and UMA Mode
(Unified Memory Architecture). UMA Mode will use
only the integrated GPU; Optimus Mode will allow the
system to automatically determine whether the dGPU or
iGPU is used. Thus the user can completely control how
the graphics system operates. Press the GPU button ,
and the button color will indicate the current mode.
Icon Color Description
UMA Mode Activated
Green
Orange
Table 8 - GPU Button Modes
The system will use the Intel inte-
grated GPU (iGPU) only
Optimus Mode Activated
Optimus technology will determine
when to use the Intel integrated GPU
(iGPU) or NVIDIA discrete GPU
(dGPU) automatically
The GPU LED indicators will display which GPU is currently in use.
Icon Color Description
Green Intel Integrated GPU (iGPU) Activated
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Orange
Table 9 - GPU LED Indicators
NVIDIA Discrete GPU (dGPU) Acti-
vated
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Audio Features
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 Speaker ico n in the taskbar to check the
setting.
THX TruStudio Pro Audio
Note that you will need to install the THX TruStudio audio application in order to get maximum audio performance.
Menu
Figure 11
THX TruStu-
dio Pro HDMI
Display Warn-
ing
You can configure the audio options on your computer
from the Sound control panel in Windows, or from the
Realtek HD Audio Manager
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/the volume
control.
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/ icon in the taskbar/
THX TruStudio Pro Audio
Install the THX TruStudio AP to allow you to configure
the audio settings to your requirements for the best performance in games, music and movies.
THX TruStudio Pro Activation
On the first run of THX TruStudio Pro you will need to activate the application.
1. To activate the application you will need to be connected to the
internet.
2. Double-click the THX Activate icon on the desktop and
click the Activate button.
3. The program will connect to the internet to verify the activation
key.
4. Click Finish to complete the application activation.
5. Restart the computer .
THX Tru Studio Pro & HDMI
1. When you connect an HDMI display to the HDMI-Out port, the
THX TruStudio Pro controls will be disabled.
2. A warning box will pop-up and will prompt “Do you want to
select another audio device now?”.
3. Click No to continue using the HDMI audio output from your
external display (do not attempt to select another audio device
when connected to the external HDMI display).
Fingerprint Reader
Help
Click the Help icon and select a
help topic from the drop-down menu.
Get more help will provide a more comprehensive list of help topics.
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AuthenTec
TrueSuite -
Settings
(Optional for Model A Only)
Install the driver and enroll your fingerprints as instructed
below before use.
Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation
1. Click Option Drivers (button).
2. Click 4.Install Fingerprint Driver > Yes.
3. Click Next.
4. Click the button to accept the license and click Next.
5. Click Next > Install.
6. Click Finish > Yes to restart the computer.
User Enrollment
1. Click Start > Programs/All Programs > AuthenTec TrueSuite.
2. Click Yes when you have identified your finge rprint sensor.
3. Click Yes when you are ready to enroll your fingerprints.
4. Click on the fingerprint diagram to select any finger to enroll.
5. You will be required to enter your Windows password (you will
be prompted to create a password if you have not already done
so) at this point (click OK to confirm the password entry).
6. Swipe the finger until the progress bar reaches 100% to enroll
that finger.
7. Y ou will be prompted to select another fing er for enrollment (it is
8. Click the button to continue once you have enrolled a number of
9. Enter the required information and click the button to register
recommended that you enroll a number of fingers).
fingerprints.
your software, or click to register later.
10. Your fingerprints will now be enrolled (you may enroll any
additional fingerprints at any time).
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Settings
Click the Settings button on the menu bar to access the
personalization settings for AuthenTec TrueSuite. Here
you can choose to enable/disable Website Log On, QuickLaunch, Fast User Switching and the desktop icon. You
can also select the Theme and export/import identities.
Click the Save button to save any changes made.
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3G Module
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Model A
USIM Card Orientation
Note that the USIM
card’s readable side
(with the gold-colored
contacts) should face
upwards as illustrated.
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(Optional for Model A Only)
If you have included an optional 3G module in your purchase option, follow the instructions below to install the USIM
card (which will be provided by your service provider), and then run the appropriate application supplied with your
module.
USIM Card Insertion
1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery .
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2. Insert the USIM card as illustrated below until it clicks into position, and replace the battery.
Figure 13 - Remove the battery and Insert the USIM Card
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Driver Installation
General Guidelines
As a general guide follow
the default on-screen instructions for each driver
(e.g. Next > Next > Fin-
ish) unless you are an advanced user. In many
cases a restart is required
to install the driver.
Make sure any modules
(e.g. PC Camera or
WLAN ) are ON before installing the appropriate
driver.
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 Installation & Power
When installing drivers make sure your
computer is powered by the AC/DC
adapter connected to a working power
source. Some drivers draw a significant
amount of power during the installation
procedure, and if the remaining battery
capacity is not adequate this may cause
the system to shut down and cause system problems (note that there is no safety
issue involved here, and the battery will
be rechargeable within 1 minute).
Figure 14 - Install Drivers
Driver Installation
The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc contains the drivers and utilities
necessary for the proper operation of the computer. This setup will probably have already
been done for you. If this is not the case, insert the disc and click Install Drivers (button),
or Option Drivers (button) to access the Optional driver menu. Install the drivers in the
order indicated in Figure 14. Click to select the drivers you wish to install (you should
note down the drivers as you install them). Note: If you need to reinstall any driver, you
should uninstall the driver first.
Manual Driver Installation
Click the Browse CD/DVD button in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the
executable file in the appropriate driver folder.
Found New Hardware
If a
cel, and follow the installation procedure as directed.
wizard appears
during the installation procedure, click Can-
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause - Solution
The captured video files
from the PC Camera are
taking up too much disk
space.
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The Bluetooth module is
off after resuming from
Sleep.
A file cannot be copied to/
from a connected
Bluetooth device.
Note that capturing high resolution vid eo files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file.
Note that the Windows system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C: drive system
partition. It is recommended that you save the capture video file to a location other than the C:drive,
limit the file size of the captured video or reduce video resolutio n.
The Bluetooth module’s default state will be off after resuming from the Sleep power-saving state. Use
the key combination (Fn + F12) to power on the Bluetooth module after the computer resumes from
Sleep.
Transferring data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction
only (simultaneous data transfer is not supported). If you are copying a file from your computer to a
Bluetooth enabled device, you will not be able to copy a file from the Bluetooth enabled device to your
computer until the file transfer process from the computer has been completed.
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