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Notice
The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information
contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or
any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear
in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse)
of this publication.
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
of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended
as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
©January 2012
Trademarks
AMD® is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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R&TTE Directive
This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Luxembourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland,
United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slovenia.
EuP-Standby and Off Mode Power Consumption Statement:
The figures below note the power consumption of this computer in compliance with European Commission (EC)
regulations on power consumption in off mode or standby mode:
• Standby Mode < 2W
• Off Mode < 0.5W
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CE Marking
This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has attained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies
to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark
is obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the marking in order to be allowed to sell his
product in the European market.
This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC in order to attain CE
Marking. A notified body has determined that this device has properly demonstrated that the requirements of the
directive have been met and has issued a favorable certificate of expert opinion. As such the device will bear the
notified body number 0560 after the CE mark.
The CE Marking is not a quality mark. Foremost, it refers to the safety rather than to the quality of a product.
Secondly, CE Marking is mandatory for the product it applies to, whereas most q uality marking s are vo lu ntary.
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FCC Statement
(Federal Communications Commission)
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the service representative or an experienc ed radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
And
2. This device must accept any interference, including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator
and your body.
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 n ear a ba th tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tu b, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit:
• Full Range AC/DC Adapter - AC Input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output 19V, 1.58A (30W) minimum.
This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product
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Instructions for Care and Operation
The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:
1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.
Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.
Do not place it on an unstable
surface.
Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.
2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele-
ment. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.
Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.
Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or moisture may affect the system.
Don’t use or store the computer in a humid environment.
Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
Vents/Fan Intakes.
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3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other
strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.
4. Follow the proper workin g procedu res for t he computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget
to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.
Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.
Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.
5. Take care when using peripheral devices.
Use only approved brands of
peripherals.
Do not disassemble the computer by yourself.
Unplug the power cord befor e
attaching peripheral devices.
Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.
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Bottom Cover
Removal Warning
Do not remove any
cover(s) and /orscrew(s) for the purposes of device
upgrade as this may violate the terms of your
warranty.
If you need to replace/
remove the hard disk/
RAM/optical device
etc., for any reason,
please contact your
distributor/supplier for
further information.
Power Safety
The computer has specific power requirements:
• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international 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).
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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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Polymer Battery Precautions
Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides
the general battery precaution information overleaf.
• 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.
See also the general battery precautionary information overleaf for further information.
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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.
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.
• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, then remove the battery from the computer for storage.
• 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 you r service repre sentati ve or qu alified 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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Removal Warning
Do not remove any cover(s) and /orscrew(s) for the purposes of device upg rade as this may violate the terms of you r warranty. Please contact your distributor/supplier for information.
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 and 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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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 blocked. To prev ent your
computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan intake(s)/outlet(s) while the computer is in use.
Travel Considerations
Packing
As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:
1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.
2. Power off the computer and peripherals.
3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
4. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.
5. The AC/DC adapter uses volt ages from 100 to 240 volt s so you won’t need a second volt age adapter. However,
check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.
6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.
7. If you’re taking any perip herals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’ adapters
and/or cables.
8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or req uire proof of ownersh ip for both hard -
ware and software. Make sure your documents are prepared.
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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 o n
a footrest if necessary.
• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.
• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles
when you are working.
• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.
Remember to:
• Alter your posture frequently.
• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.
• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent
and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.
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Lighting
Proper lighting and 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 of you at a comfortable viewing distance.
• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.
LCD Screen Care
To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors (caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for
an extended period of time) take the following precautions:
• Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time.
• Use a rotating, moving or blank screen saver (this prevents an image from being displayed too long).
• Rotate desktop background images every few days.
• Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use.
LCD Electro-Plated Logos
Note that in computers featuring a raised LCD electro-plated logo, the logo is covered by a protective adhesive.
Due to general wear and tear, this adhesive may deteriorate over time and the exposed logo may develop sharp
edges. Be careful when handling the computer in this case, and avoid touching the raised LCD electro-plated
logo. Avoid placing any other items in the carrying bag which may rub against the top of the computer during
transport. If any such wear and tear develops contact your distributor/supplier.
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Contents
Notice .............................................................................................................................................................I
EuP-Standby and Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ..................................................................... II
FCC Statement ............................................................................................................................................IV
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: .....................................................................................................V
Instructions for Care and Operation ...........................................................................................................VI
Power Safety ............................................................................................................................................VIII
Polymer Battery Precautions ......................................................................................................................IX
Battery Precautions ......................................................................................................................................X
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................XI
Servicing .....................................................................................................................................................XI
Travel Considerations ............................................................................................................................... XII
Quick Start Guide
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................1-1
Advanced Users .........................................................................................................................................1-2
Beginners and Non-Advanced Users .........................................................................................................1-2
Warning Boxes ..........................................................................................................................................1-2
Not Included ..............................................................................................................................................1-3
System Startup ...........................................................................................................................................1-4
System Software ........................................................................................................................................1-5
Model Differences .....................................................................................................................................1-5
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System Map: LCD Panel Open ..................................................................................................................1-6
LED Indicators ...........................................................................................................................................1-7
Keyboard ....................................................................................................................................................1-8
Keyboard Shortcuts ...................................................................................................................................1-9
Function/Hot Key Indicators ...................................................................................................................1-10
Control Center .........................................................................................................................................1-11
System Map: Front & Left Views ...........................................................................................................1-12
System Map: Right & Rear Views ..........................................................................................................1-13
System Map: Bottom View .....................................................................................................................1-15
Windows Control Panel ...........................................................................................................................1-16
Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop ........................................................................................................1-17
Windows 8 Charms Bar ...........................................................................................................................1-21
Windows 8 Control Panel ........................................................................................................................1-23
Windows 8 Taskbar .................................................................................................................................1-26
Video Features .........................................................................................................................................1-27
To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar): ..............................................................................1-27
Power Options .........................................................................................................................................1-31
Shut Down, Restart or Sleep ....................................................................................................................1-31
Running Apps ..........................................................................................................................................1-32
Features & Components
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................2-1
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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
Multi-In-1 Card Reader .............................................................................................................................2-6
Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ...................................................................................................................2-7
Gestures and Device Settings ....................................................................................................................2-8
Audio Features .........................................................................................................................................2-12
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
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Resuming Operation ................................................................................................................................3-10
Power Conservation Modes .....................................................................................................................3-11
Battery Information .................................................................................................................................3-13
Battery Power ..........................................................................................................................................3-13
Conserving Battery Power .......................................................................................................................3-14
Battery Life ..............................................................................................................................................3-15
New Battery .............................................................................................................................................3-15
Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...................................................................................3-15
Use of Fn + = to Enable/Disable Battery Charging .................................................................................3-16
Proper handling of the Battery Pack ........................................................................................................3-16
Battery FAQ .............................................................................................................................................3-17
Drivers & Utilities
What to Install ............................................................................................................................................4-1
Module Driver Installation ........................................................................................................................4-1
Driver Installation ......................................................................................................................................4-2
Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ..................................................................................................4-4
User Account Control ................................................................................................................................4-5
Windows Security Message .......................................................................................................................4-5
New Hardware Found ................................................................................................................................4-5
Driver Installation Procedure .....................................................................................................................4-6
Video (VGA) .............................................................................................................................................4-6
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LAN ...........................................................................................................................................................4-6
CardReader ................................................................................................................................................4-6
TouchPad ...................................................................................................................................................4-6
Airplane .....................................................................................................................................................4-6
Hot Key ......................................................................................................................................................4-7
Audio .........................................................................................................................................................4-7
Windows Experience Index .......................................................................................................................4-8
Optional Drivers ........................................................................................................................................4-8
BIOS Utilities
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................5-1
The Setup Utility ........................................................................................................................................5-2
Failing the POST .......................................................................................................................................5-3
Fatal Errors ................................................................................................................................................5-3
Non-Fatal Errors ........................................................................................................................................5-3
Setup Screens .............................................................................................................................................5-4
Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................5-5
Advanced Menu .........................................................................................................................................5-7
Security Menu ............................................................................................................................................5-9
Boot Menu ...............................................................................................................................................5-12
Exit Menu ................................................................................................................................................5-14
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Modules & Options
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................6-1
PC Camera Module ....................................................................................................................................6-2
PC Camera Audio Setup ............................................................................................................................6-3
Camera App ...............................................................................................................................................6-4
Taking Pictures/Capturing Video ..............................................................................................................6-6
Wireless LAN Module ...............................................................................................................................6-9
802.11b/g/n Driver Installation ................................................................................................................6-10
WLAN Configuration in Windows 8 ......................................................................................................6-11
Charms Bar ..............................................................................................................................................6-11
Desktop Mode ..........................................................................................................................................6-14
Control Panel ...........................................................................................................................................6-15
Windows Mobility Center .......................................................................................................................6-17
Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module ......................................................................................................6-18
3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation ...........................................................................6-19
Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 8 ...................................................................................................6-20
Desktop Mode ..........................................................................................................................................6-20
Charms Bar ..............................................................................................................................................6-20
Troubleshooting
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................7-1
Basic Hints and Tips ..................................................................................................................................7-2
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Backup and General Maintenance .............................................................................................................7-3
Viruses .......................................................................................................................................................7-4
Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ......................................................................................7-5
Problems and Possible Solutions ...............................................................................................................7-7
Interface (Ports & Jacks)
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................A-1
Notebook Ports and Jacks .........................................................................................................................A-2
Control Center
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................B-1
AMD Video Driver Controls
Video Driver Installation ..........................................................................................................................C-1
AMD Vision Engine Control Center ........................................................................................................C-2
AMD Vision Engine Control Center Preferences ....................................................................................C-4
Display Devices & Options ......................................................................................................................C-8
Configuring an External Display ..............................................................................................................C-9
To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar) ..............................................................................C-14
Configuring an External Display In Windows ......................................................................................C-15
HDMI Audio Configuration ...................................................................................................................C-18
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Specifications
Processor Options .....................................................................................................................................D-2
Core Logic ................................................................................................................................................D-2
Memory .....................................................................................................................................................D-2
Display ......................................................................................................................................................D-2
Video .........................................................................................................................................................D-2
BIOS .........................................................................................................................................................D-2
Storage ......................................................................................................................................................D-2
Audio ........................................................................................................................................................D-2
Interface ....................................................................................................................................................D-2
Card Reader ..............................................................................................................................................D-2
Slots ..........................................................................................................................................................D-3
Keyboard & Pointing Device ....................................................................................................................D-3
Communication .........................................................................................................................................D-3
Power Management ..................................................................................................................................D-3
Power ........................................................................................................................................................D-3
Battery .......................................................................................................................................................D-3
Security .....................................................................................................................................................D-3
Indicators ..................................................................................................................................................D-3
Design Feature ..........................................................................................................................................D-3
Operating System ......................................................................................................................................D-3
Environmental Spec ..................................................................................................................................D-3
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Dimensions & Weight ..............................................................................................................................D-3
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Quick Start Guide
Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide
Overview
This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the
computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following:
• Chapter 2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e.g. the storage devices (hard disk,
optical device, Multi-in-1 card reader), TouchPad & Mouse & Audio.
• 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 A quick guide to the computer’s PC Camera, Wireless LAN and Combo Bluetooth & WLAN
modules (some of which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration).
• Chapter 7 A troubleshooting guide.
• Appendix A Definitions of the interface, ports/jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external
devices.
• Appendix B Information on Control Center.
• Appendix C Information on the AMD Video driver controls.
• Appendix D The computer’s specification.
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Notes
Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed information about the computer’s features.
Quick Start Guide
Advanced Users
If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful
to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 1 and “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 in the remainder of the User’s
Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a
of interest to you.
Beginners and Non-Advanced Users
If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them) then
the information contained in the 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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Quick Start Guide
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. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed. If
your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already done that for you); refer to
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.
Not Included
Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 8) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.
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130°
Shutdown
Note that you should always
shut your computer down by
choosing the Shut Down
command from the Power
item in Settings in the
Charms Bar (use the Windows Logo Key + C key
combination to access the
Charms Bar) in Windows 8.
This will help prevent hard
disk or system problems.
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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
hand to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).
lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (
Figure 1 - 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD & Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In
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do not exceed 130 degrees
);
use the other
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Windows 8 OS
In order to run Windows 8 (32 Bit) without limitations or decreased performance, your computer requires a minimum 1GB
of system memory (RAM), however if you are running Windows 8 (64 bit) your computer requires a minimum 2GB of
system memory (RAM).
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 Windows 8 operating system is supported.
Note: In order to run Windows 8 without limitations or decreased performance, your computer requires a mini-
mum 1GB of system memory (RAM).
Model Differences
This notebook series includes different models that vary slightly in design style, color and general appearance.
Not all the model variants, colors, configurations, buttons etc., are pictured in this manual. Note th at though your
computer may look slightly different from that pictured throug hout this manual, all ports, jacks and general functions are the same for all the design styles (see “Specifications” on page D - 1 for further details).
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System Startup 1 - 5
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Figure 1 - 2
LCD Panel Open
1. Built-in PC Camera
(Optional)
2. PC Camera LED
3. Built-In Microphone
4. LCD
5. Power Button
6. Keyboard
7. Touchpad & Buttons
7
Touchpad
(valid operational area)
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5
1
7
4
6
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard
Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices
aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make
sure the WLAN &
Bluetooth module(s) are OFF if you
are using the computer aboard aircraft by
putting the system in
to Airplane Mode
(see Table 1 - 3, on
page 1 - 10).
Note that the Touchpad and Buttons valid operational area is that indicated within the red dotted lines
indicated on the right.
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5
Quick Start Guide
System Map: LCD Panel Open
1 - 6 System Map: LCD Panel Open
Quick Start Guide
LED Indicators
The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.
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 Charging
Green The Battery is Fully Charged
Blinking Orange The Battery Has Reached Critically Low Power Status
Off Battery Charging has been Disabled
Green Hard Disk Activity
Green Airplane Mode is ON (the WLAN & Bluetooth Modules are OFF)
Table 1 - 1 - LED Indicators
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LED Indicators 1 - 7
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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/hot-keys
unique to the system’s
regular keyboard may not
work.
NumLk & ScrLk
Hold down the Fn Key
and either NumLk or
ScrLk to enable number
or scroll lock, and check
the LED indicator for status.
Numerical Keypad
Play/Pause Key
Function Keys
NumLk &
ScrLk Keys
Fn Key
Windows Logo Key
Menu/Application 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 NumLk is on.
Quick Start Guide
Keyboard
The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and
function keys to change operational features instantly.
Figure 1 - 3 - Keyboard
1 - 8 Keyboard
Keyboard Shortcuts
Windows Logo
Keyboard Shortcut
Use the Windows logo
key + D key com-
bination to switch between the Start screen
and Windows Desktop.
Menu/Application
Keyboard Shortcut
When the Desktop app
is running you can use
the Menu/Application
key on the keyboard to display the
context menu as per a
mouse right-click. In
the Start screen this
function is useful to
quickly display the All
Apps icon.
The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navigation/operation in
Windows Logo
Key +
Tap Winkey
CDisplay Charms menu
D Switch to the Windows Desktop and toggle show Desktop
E
F Display file Search
I Open the Settings charm
K Open the Connect charm
L Lock the computer and display the Lock screen
P Display the Second Screen menu (see Figure 1 - 20 on page 1 - 27)
R Switch to the Windows Desktop and display the Run dialog box
Z Access the App Bar (see Figure 1 - 12 on page 1 - 20)
Windows 8
.
Description
Toggle between the Start screen and the foremost running app or the
Windows Desktop
Switch to the Windows desktop and launch Windows Explorer with
Computer displayed
Table 1 - 2 - Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick Start Guide
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Keyboard 1 - 9
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Quick Start Guide
Function/Hot Key Indicators
The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition
to the basic function key combinations; some visual indicators are available (in the Windows Desktop applica-
tion only and not in the Start screen) when the hot key utility is installed.
Keys Function Keys Function
Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn + F8/F9 Brightness Decrease/Increase
Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle Fn + F10 PC Camera Power Toggle
Fn + F2
Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + NumLk Number Lock Toggle
Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle
Fn + F5/
F6
Fn + F7 Display Switch Menu Fn + =
(Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on)
Turn LCD Backlight Off
Volume Decrease/Increase Caps Lock Caps Lock Toggle
Fn + F11 Airplane Mode Toggle
Toggle Battery Charging
On/Off
Table 1 - 3 - Function & Hot Key Indicators
1 - 10 Function/Hot Key Indicators
Quick Start Guide
Control Center
Click on any button to turn any of the modules
(e.g. TouchPad, Camera) on/off.
Click on the power conservation modes to switch
between Performance, Balanced or Energy Star
modes (see page 3 - 11). To remove the Power
Conservation Modes screen just click in a blank
area of the icon or press a key on the keyboard.
Click on the buttons (or just click and hold the
mouse button) to adjust the slider for Brightness/
Volume.
Click on Display Switch and click to choose a display mode from the menu (see page C - 14).
Control Center
When in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combination, or
double-click the icon
trol Center gives quick access to frequently used controls and enables you to quickly turn the camera/Touch
Pad on/off (see Appendix B for full details).
in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the Control Center on/off. The Con-
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Figure 1 - 4 - Control Center
Control Center 1 - 11
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Figure 1 - 5
Front & Left Views
1. LED Indicators
2. Multi-in-1 Card
Reader
3. DC-In Jack
4. RJ-45 LAN Jack
5. External Monitor
Port
6. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet
7. HDMI-Out Port
8. 2 * USB 3.0 Ports
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3
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Multi-In-1 Card Reader
The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:
MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC
SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC
MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo
USB 3.0 Port OR USB 2.0 Port
This model includes 2 * USB 3.0 ports on the left side of the computer. USB 3.0 ports are
denoted by their blue color; the USB 2.0 port is colored black.
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System Map: Front & Left Views
1 - 12 System Map: Front & Left Views
System Map: Right & Rear Views
Figure 1 - 6
Right & Rear Views
1. Microphone-In
Jack
2. Headphone-Out
Jack
3. 1 *USB 2.0 Port
4. Optical Device
Drive Bay (for
CD/DVD Device)
5. Security Lock
Slot
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2
5
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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 - 13 for full instructions.
Quick Start Guide
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System Map: Right & Rear Views 1 - 13
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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”.
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 pe rmanent. This
cannot be altered even if you change your operating
system or you use the module in another computer.
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1 - 14 System Map: Right & Rear Views
System Map: Bottom View
Figure 1 - 7
Bottom View
1. Battery Location
2. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet
3. Speakers
Overheating
To prevent your computer from overheating
make sure nothing blocks
the Vent/Fan Intake while
the computer is in use.
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3
Bottom Cover Removal Warning
Do not remove any cover(s) and /orscrew(s) for the purposes of device upgrade as this may
violate the terms of your warranty.
If you need to replace/remove the hard disk/RAM/optical device etc., for any reason, please
contact your distributor/supplier for further information.
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2
2
2
Quick Start Guide
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System Map: Bottom View 1 - 15
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Move the mouse to the
and right-click to access
bottom left of the screen
the menu.
Swipe a finger from the right of the Touchpad from the
click Settings and click Control Panel.
Desktop (not the Start screen) to access the Charms Bar,
Quick Start Guide
Windows Control Panel
Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. In Windows 8 right-click the
lower left hot corner to bring up the context menu (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination)
and select Control Panel.
Figure 1 - 8 - Windows 8 Context Menu & Charms Bar Settings (from Desktop App)
1 - 16 Windows Control Panel
Quick Start Guide
Desktop App
Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop
The Apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 8 are accessed from the Start screen and/or
Windows Desktop app. The Desktop (which runs as an app within the Start screen) can be accessed by clicking
the Desktop item in the Start screen (or by using the Windows Logo Key + D key combination).
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Figure 1 - 9 - Windows Start Screen
Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 17
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Right-click (or swipe down on) an icon
to display the menu
Start Screen and click All Apps (or swipe
Right-click on a blank area of the
a finger up or down on to the screen)
Quick Start Guide
Apps & Tiles
The Windows 8 Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more
applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on one screen so you will often need use the slider at the bottom of
the screen in order to view all the necessary Apps.
Accessing Pining/Unpinning All Apps
You can add and remove the tiles for apps and control panels in the Start screen. Right-click on a blank area
of the Start screen, and you will see the All Apps icon. Click the All Apps icon to display all the installed ap-
plications etc. Right-click any icon to bring up the menu at the bottom of the screen and you can then click the
appropriate icon to pin the App to (or unpin from) the Start screen, or to the taskbar in the Desktop applica-
tion.
Figure 1 - 10 - All Apps
1 - 18 Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop
Quick Start Guide
Move the mouse to the bottom left of the screen and click to switch
back to the Start screen.
Desktop Application
When the Desktop app is running (click th e app in the Start screen or use the Windows Logo Key + D key
combination) you can use lower left hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop
app. To do so move your mouse to hover over the bottom left corner of the screen and click the pop-up.
When you move to the lower left hot corner in the Start screen itself it will take you back to your most recently
used app.
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Figure 1 - 11 - Desktop
Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 19
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Display Most
Recently Used
Apps
If you are in the Start
screen, Desktop or an
app you can move your
mouse to the upper left
corner of the screen to
get back to the most recently used app.
To view all the most recently used Apps hover
over the top left of the
screen and then move
the mouse down along
the left side of the
screen to display the
list.
Move the mouse to the bottom left of the screen
and right-click to access the menu.
Quick Start Guide
When the Desktop app is running you can right-click the lower left hot corner (or use
the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to bring up an advanced context
menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, Windows Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connections etc.
Figure 1 - 12 - Advanced Context Menu (Right-Click lower left hot corner)
1 - 20 Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop
Windows 8 Charms Bar
Move the mouse over a Charms Bar icon to activate the menu
Move the mouse to the top/lower right icons to activate the Charms Bar
Move the mouse to the top/lower right icons to activate the Charms Bar
The right side of the screen displays the Windows 8 Charms Bar. The Charms Bar contains the Search, Share,
Start, Devices and Settings menus. To access up the Charms Bar move the cursor to the upper or lower right
corners of the screen, and then hover over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate it (the bar will be black
when it is active), or use the Windows Logo Key + C key combination.
Quick Start Guide
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Figure 1 - 13 - Start Screen with Charms Bar
Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 21
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Charms Bar - TouchPad Access
To quick access the Charms Bar using the TouchPad:
1. Place your finger off the TouchPad (slightly to the right of the
pad resting on the computer).
2. Move your finger across to the left on to the TouchPad.
3. The Charms Bar will then pop-up.
Quick Start Guide
Charms Bar Items
• Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control panel settings with instantaneous
results.
•Share : This button is used to share information with people via mail or social networks.
•Start : Click to bring up the Start Menu (the same function as pressing the Windows Logo Key or click-
ing the bottom left of the screen).
• Devices : Click this button to change connected peripheral device settings e.g. an external display.
• Settings : This button gives instant access to the computer settings, such as Network, Audio, Notifications, Power and Keyboard (click Change PC Settings to activate the PC Settings menu).
Figure 1 - 14 - Settings Menu
1 - 22 Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop
Quick Start Guide
Windows 8 Control Panel
In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control
Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8.
•Click/ Search in the Windows Charms Bar (see previous page) and the search pane will pop out. Type
Control Panel and select it from the results to the left.
Figure 1 - 15 - Search (Control Panel)
• Click on Computer (you may need to pin Computer to the Start screen) in the Start screen, click on
Computer in the top menu and select Open Control Panel from the ribbon.
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Figure 1 - 16 - Open Control Panel (Computer)
Windows 8 Control Panel 1 - 23
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Quick Start Guide
• When in the Desktop app (this does not apply to the Start screen) click on Settings in the Windows
Charms Bar and select Control Panel from the menu.
Figure 1 - 17 - Settings Charms Bar (Desktop App Only)
• Right-click on a blank area of the Start screen, or swipe a finger from the top or bottom of the touch
screen. Click the All Apps icon and click Control Panel.
Figure 1 - 18 - All Apps - Control Panel
1 - 24 Windows 8 Control Panel
Quick Start Guide
Keyboard Shortcut to Control Panel
You can also use keyboard shortcuts to access the Contro l Pa nel. Press th e Win dows logo key and X to bring up
the context menu, and then press P to bring up the Control Panel. Alternatively press the Windows logo key and R
to bring up the Run dialog box, and then type “Control Panel” and press Enter to access the Control Panel.
• Right-clic k the lower left hot corner to br ing up the menu and select Control Panel (see Figure 1 - 12 on
page 1 - 20).
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Windows 8 Control Panel 1 - 25
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Quick Start Guide
Windows 8 Taskbar
In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the taskbar. In Windows 8 the taskbar is accessed from the Desktop application. If you are in the Start screen you will
need to click the Desktop app to switch to the Desktop.
The taskbar is displayed at the bottom of the desktop screen, and you can see the notification area of the taskbar
in the bottom right of the screen. Some of the Control Panels and applications referred to during the course of
this manual can be accessed from here.
Figure 1 - 19 - Desktop Taskbar
You can pin/unpin apps to/from the taskbar in much the same way as you can to the Start screen (see “Accessing
Pining/Unpinning All Apps” on page 1 - 18).
1 - 26 Windows 8 Control Panel
Quick Start Guide
Video Features
You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances
and Personalization) in Windows 8 when running the Desktop app (see “Desktop Application” on page 1 - 19
and Ap pendix B). In Windows 8 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item
in the Charms Bar (see “Windows 8 Charms Bar” on page 1 - 21).
To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar):
1. Attach your display to the HDMI-Out port, and turn it on.
2. Go the Charms Bar and select Devices.
3. Click Second Screen.
4. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select Duplicate, Extend or a Single display.
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Figure 1 - 20 - Second Screen (Devices)
Video Features 1 - 27
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Right-Click Desktop
App
1.You can right-click
the Desktop app
and select Screen
resolution
(Figure 1 - 21).
2.Use the dropbox to
select the screen
Resolution
(Figure 1 - 21).
3.Click Advanced
settings
(Figure 1 - 21) to
bring up the
Advanced
properties tabs.
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Quick Start Guide
To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 8:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category.
3. Adjust resolution.
Figure 1 - 21 - Screen Resolution
1 - 28 Video Features
Quick Start Guide
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Right-Click
for Menu
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To access the AMD Vision Engine Control Center (See Appendix C for detailed information):
1. Right-click the desktop and select AMD VISION Engine Control Center .
OR
2. Double-click the icon in the Windows taskbar notification area (or right-click the icon and select AMD
VISION Engine Control Center).
OR
3. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 21) in the Screen Resolution control panel, click the AMD VISION
Engine Control Center tab and then click the control center button .
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Figure 1 - 22 - Control Center Access
Video Features 1 - 29
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Advanced View
Standard View
Taskbar Icon
The Control Center can also be accessed by double-clicking the icon in the taskbar notification area (or by rightclicking the icon and selecting the control center). If you don’t see the icon in the taskbar, click Preferences in the control
center, and select Enable System Tray Menu.
Quick Start Guide
4. Click the Preferences button and select either Advanced View or Standard View.
5. The menu headings allow you to select which items you wish to change.
Figure 1 - 23 - AMD VISION Engine Control Center
1 - 30 Video Features
Quick Start Guide
Power Options
Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in Set-
tings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8 may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/
Sleep to the menu - see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 9).
Shut Down, Restart or Sleep
1. Go to the Charms Bar and click Settings.
2. Click Power .
3. Select Sleep, Shut Down or Restart.
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Figure 1 - 24 - Power (Settings)
Power Options 1 - 31
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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.
These specs are the minimum screen resolution that supports
all the features of Windows 8 on a useful physical size.
Quick Start Guide
Running Apps
To run apps in Windows 8 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control Settings are compatible with the system requirements.
Screen Resolution Settings
1. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windo ws logo key + D key combination).
2. Right-click a blank area of the Windows Desktop and select Screen Resolution. Adjust the Resolution to
make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above (see sidebar).
1 - 32 Running Apps
Figure 1 - 25 - Screen Resolution
Quick Start Guide
User Account Control Settings
If your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can't run Metro apps, then
that you have to check the status of User Account Control (UAC). Metro apps may fail to open when the UAC
is turned off. To check whether the UAC is on or off, follow the instructions below.
1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Click on User Accounts and then click on Change User Account Control settings (or click System and
Security and click Change User Account Control Settings under Action Center).
3. If the slider is in the Never notify position, then the UAC is disabled.
4. To enable or turn on the UAC, move the slider to Always notify or Notify me when apps try to make changes
to my computer (default) position, and then click OK.
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Figure 1 - 26 - User Account Control
Running Apps 1 - 33
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Features & Components
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
• Multi-In-1 Card Reader
• Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse
• Audio Features
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Overview 2 - 1
Features & Components
Bottom Cover
Removal Warning
Do not remove any cover(s) and /orscrew(s) for
the purposes of device
upgrade as this may violate the terms of your
warranty.
If you need to replace/
remove the hard disk for
any reason, please contact your distributor/supplier for further
information.
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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 serial (SATA) hard disk drives (see “Storage” on
page D - 2 for specification information), however you will need to contact your dis-
tributor/supplier to do this in order to avoid violating the terms of your warranty.
2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive
Features & Components
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 notification
area to check the setting
(see “Audio Features”
on page 2 - 12).
Figure 2 - 1
Optical Device
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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 D - 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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Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 3
Features & Components
CD Emergency Eject
If you need to manually
eject a CD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power
interruption) you may
push the end of a
straightened paper clip
into the emergency eject
hole. However please
do NOT use a sharpened pencil or similar
object that may break
and become lodged in
the hole.
Disk Eject Warning
Don’t try to remove a
CD/DVD while the system is accessing it. This
may cause the system
to “crash”.
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2 - 4 Optical (CD/DVD) Device
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.
Features & Components
Figure 2 - 2
DVD Region Codes
• Region 1 - USA & Canada
• Region 2 - Western Europe, Japan, South
Africa, Middle East & Egypt
• Region 3 - South-East Asia, Taiwan, South
Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong
• Region 4 - South & Central America, Mexico,
Australia, New Zealand
• Region 5 - N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe,
India & Most of Africa
• Region 6 - China
DVD Regional Codes
To change the DVD regional codes:
1. Go to the Control Panel
2. Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers),
then click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives.
3. 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 p anel to allow you to adjust the
regional code.
4. DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS-dependent. You can select
your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This cannot
be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in
another computer.
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Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 5
Features & Components
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 - 3
Front View
1. Card Reader
• MMC (MultiM edia Card) / RSMMC
• SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC
• MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo
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Multi-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.
2 - 6 Multi-In-1 Card Reader
Features & Components
Touchpad Scrolling
This computer model series may feature different
Touchpad versions.
These Touchpads may
differ in their vertical
scrolling function in most
scrollable windows.
Some Touchpads require
sliding the finger up and
down on the right of the
Touchpad to scroll the
window. Other versions
require tapping/holding
down the finger at the top
right or bottom right of the
Touchpad to scroll the
window.
Figure 2 - 4
Mouse Properties
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 in the
notification area of the taskbar. You may then configure the Touchpad tapping, buttons, scrolling (see sidebar), pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferences.
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Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 7
Features & Components
Show Video
You can get a clearer
view of the gestures involved by clicking the
Show Video option for
each gesture item.
Select the gesture (Pinch
Zoom, Rotating, Three
Fingers Down and
Three Finger Flick) in the
Device Settings > Settings left tree menu
and click the Show Video
button to see the demonstration video.
For more details on any of
the gestures see the help
in the lower part of the
right menu window.
Figure 2 - 5
Mouse Properties -
Device Settings
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Gestures and Device Settings
The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (action) on the surface of the Touchpad to perform specific actions to manipulate documents, objects and applications.
You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties:
1. Click
2. Click Mouse (Hardware and Sound).
3. Click Device Settings (tab) and click Settings.
4. Use the menu tree on the lef t to access the user configurable settings.
Start
, and click
Control Panel
(or point to
Settings
and click
Control Panel
).
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Features & Components
Figure 2 - 6
Mouse Properties
(Disable Touchpad)
Disabling the Touchpad
If you need to disable the Touchpad for any reason (e.g. you may find that when using the computer’s internal keyboard you accidentally trigger the Touchpad when
resting your wrists or palms on it) you can do so by using Fn + F1 key combination.
You can also set the system to automatically disable the internal Touchpad when an
external USB point device (e.g a USB mouse) is attached.
1. Go to the Mouse Properties control panel.
2. Click to select Device Settings (tab).
3. Click to place a tick in the “Disable internal pointing device when external USB
pointing device is attached” tickbox.
4. Click OK to save the setting.
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Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 9
Features & Components
Figure 2 - 7
Scrolling Gesture
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 - 8
Zooming Gesture
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Scrolling
The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows an d allows you
to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the
Touchpad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight continuous motion).
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Zooming
The Pinch Zoom gesture can be used to perform the same function as a scroll wheel
in Windows applications that support CTRL + scroll wheel zoom functionality.
Place two fingers on the Touchpad (for best results use the tips of the fingers) and
slide them apart to zoom in, or closer together to zoom out.
Rotating
Figure 2 - 9
Rotating Gesture
Figure 2 - 10
Flick/Press
Gesture
Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree increments.
Place a finger down on the left “target” zone and keep it stationary. Place another
finger near the middle of the Touchpad and slide it in a circular motion around the
stationary finger (clockwise or counterclockwise) to rotate the object.
Three Finger-Flick/Three Fingers Down (Press)
The Three Finger-Flick gesture may be used to enhance navigation with a variety of
applications such as browsing the Internet or scrolling through a photo viewer. The
Three Fingers Down gesture may be used to launch user-selectable applications.
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Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 11
Features & Components
Sound Volume
Adjustment
The sound volume level
is set using the volume
control on the Windows
desktop (and the vol-
ume function keys F5/
F6 on the computer).
Click the volume icon in
the taskbar to check the
setting.
Figure 2 - 11
VIA HD Audio Deck
Click Expert Mode to access the Advanced menus
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Audio Features
You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control
panel in Windows, from the HD VDeck icon on the desktop or VIA HD Audio
Deck control panel .
The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination.
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Expert Mode will allow you to access more advanced configuration menus for
Syncing Left & Right
Volume
Balance
If you wish to adjust the left
and right channel volume
levels separately, you will
need to adjust this from the
VIA HD Audio Deck in Expert Mode.
Click Speaker in VIA HD
Audio Deck (in Expert
Mode) and click the Sync
Left and Right volume
button (see left). You can
then adjust the volume sliders independently (this setting also controls the
Balance setting in the Windows Sound control panel).
Figure 2 - 12
VIA HD Audio Deck
(Expert Mode)
Note that to adjust the Left & Right volume ba lance independently click th e Sync
Left and Right Volume icon (it should be faded) and adjust the slider as required.
Speaker, Microphone and Stereo Mix.
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Audio Features 2 - 13
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Chapter 3: Power Management
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.
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 P ower 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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Overview 3 - 1
3
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.
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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.
3 - 2 The Power Sources
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 - 17).
We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on the battery, please refer to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 13.
Turning On the Computer
Power Button as
Stand by or
Hibernate Button
You can use the OS’s
“Power Options” control
panel to set the power
button to send the system into Stand by or Hibernate mode (see your
OS’s documentation, or
“Configuring the Power Buttons” on page 3
- 8 for details).
Figure 3 - 1
Power Menu
(Settings - Charms
Bar)
Shut Down
Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut Down
command from the Power Menu in the Set-
tings menu in the Windows 8 Charms Bar.
This will help prevent hard disk or system
problems. If you want to add Hibernate/
Sleep to the Power Menu
see “Adding Hi-
bernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on
page 3 - 9.
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 Stand by/Hibernate/
Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and
holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down). Use
Power Options (Hardware and Sound) in the Windows control panel to configure
this feature.
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Turning On the Computer 3 - 3
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Resuming
Operation
See Table 3 - 1, on
page 3 - 10 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 - 2
Power Plan
Advanced Settings
Power Plans
The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You
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can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one.
3 - 4 Power Plans
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.
Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma-
Figure 3 - 3
Power Plans
Click to Show/Hide
additional
power plans
chine 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 (you may need to click Show additional plans to view
the High performance plan) 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.
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Power Plans 3 - 5
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Wake On LAN
Support
(Windows 8)
Wake-On-LAN is only
supported from Sleep or
Hibernate states in
Windows 8.
If you require your computer to wake up from
network activity in Windows 8 then make sure
that the computer is either in Sleep or Hiber-
nate.
Wake-On-LAN is not
supported from Shutdown states in Win-
dows 8.
Power-Saving States
You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where
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you left off. Win 7 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving states.
3 - 6 Power-Saving States
Sleep
In Sleep all of your work, settings and preferences are saved to memory before the
system sleeps. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time,
which you specify in the operating system, it will enter Sleep to save power.
The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and file(s) you
last used.
If your mobile PC in Sleep is running on battery power the system will use only a
minimum amount of power. After an extended period the system will save all the
information to the hard disk and shut the computer down before the battery becomes
depleted.
To add Sleep to the Power Menu see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power
Menu” on page 3 - 9.
Hibernate
Figure 3 - 4
Power Menu
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. To add Hibernate to the
Power Menu see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 9.
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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Power-Saving States 3 - 7
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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 - 5
Power Options
Define Power
Buttons
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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. Click Choose what the power buttons do on
the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.
3 - 8 Configuring the Power Buttons
Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu
Figure 3 - 6
Power Options
Define Power
Buttons - Shutdown
Settings
Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows.
1. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel (see page 1 - 29).
2. Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” .
3. Click Choose what the power but tons do.
4. Click to put a tick in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings.
5. Click Save Changes and close the control panel.
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Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 9
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Table 3 - 1
Resuming Operation
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.
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).
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).
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Power Status
Power Off Off Press the Power Button
Icon Color
To Resume
Sleep Blinking Green
Hibernate
Display Turned Off Green Press a Key or Move the Mouse/Touchpad
Off (battery)
Orange (AC/DC adapter)
3 - 10 Configuring the Power Buttons
Press the Power Button
Press the Sleep Button (Fn + F4 Key Combo)
Press the Power Button
Power Conservation Modes
Power Conservation
Modes
The Energy Star setting
will result in maximum
power saving, but with
the possible loss of
some performance.
Setting the mode to Bal-
ance will give power
saving matched with
performance.
Performance will give
optimum computer performance but with less
power conservation.
Figure 3 - 7
Control Center
This system supports Energy Star power management features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a designated period
of inactivity. Adjust Power Conservation Modes from the Control Center:
1. Press the Fn + Esc key combination to toggle the Control Center on/off.
2. Click either the Performance, Balanced or Energy Star button.
3. Click in a blank area of the icon or press a key on the keyboard to exit Power
Conservation Mode without making any changes.
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Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 11
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Figure 3 - 8
Ctrl + Alt + Delete
Menu
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Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination
You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Windows 8 interfaces/Apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Log
off, Change a password and Task Manager options. If you click the Power icon
in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu appears to
display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.
To fully control all the power options (including Hibernate mode) go to the Power
Options control panel and configure the power button, sleep button and lid to perform the function selected.
3 - 12 Configuring the Power Buttons
Battery Information
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 - 9
Battery Icon
(Notification Area) &
Battery Advanced
Settings
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 Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings (see Figure
3 - 3 on page 3 - 5).
Click the battery icon in the notification area to see the current battery level and
charge status. You can toggle battery charging on/off by using the Fn + = (equals
sign) key combination.
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Battery Information 3 - 13
Power Management
Windows Mobility
Center
The Windows Mobility
Center control panel
provides an easy point
of access for information
on battery status, power
plans used and wireless
device status etc.
Figure 3 - 10
Windows Mobility
Center
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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.
3 - 14 Battery Information
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. You can toggle battery charging on/off by using the Fn + =
(equals sign) key combination.
We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself as removing the bottom
cover may void your warranty.
New Battery
Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery FAQ”
on page 3 - 17 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, and battery charging has not been disabled (by use
of Fn + =). 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 Indicators” on page 1 - 7 for
information on the battery charge status, and to “Battery FAQ” on page 3 - 17 for
more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack.
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Battery Information 3 - 15
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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 distributor/supplier. If the battery has been dropped we
do not recommend using it any further, as even if the comp uter 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.
Use of Fn + = to Enable/Disable Battery Charging
You can use the Fn + = (equals sign) to enable/disable battery charging. This is useful if you need to discharge the battery as recommended (see page 3 - 17) in order to
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maintain the battery. Note that the chipset controller which governs this process is
controlled by use of the AC/DC adapter. Therefore if you disable battery charging
and shut the computer down, and then remove the AC/DC adapter from the DC-In
jack, whenever the AC/DC adapter is plugged-in again and the computer restarted,
the battery will revert to its default charging state.
Proper handling of the Battery Pack
• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances
• DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode
• DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other
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Battery FAQ
Figure 3 - 11
Power Plan Create
How do I completely discharge the battery?
1. Use the Fn + = (equals sign) key combination to toggle off the battery charge.
2. Use the computer with battery powe r until it shut s 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.
3. Save and close all files and applications.
4. Create a power plan for discharging the battery and set all the options to Never.
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Battery Information 3 - 17
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Figure 3 - 12
Change Plan
Settings / Change
Advanced Power
Settings
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5. Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings >
Change advanced power settings.
3 - 18 Battery Information
6. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the ba ttery options.
Figure 3 - 13
Power Options
Advanced Settings -
Battery
7. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears):
• Low battery levels = 0%
• Critical battery Levels = 1%
• Low battery action = Do Nothing
• Critical battery action (On battery) = Shut Down
• Critical battery action (Plugged in) = Do Nothing
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Battery Information 3 - 19
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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.
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How do I maintain the battery?
Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after
about 20 partial discharges.
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Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities
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).
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 + Use r’s Manual disc contains the drivers and util-
ities 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 installed
in the order indicated.
Module Driver Installation
The procedures for installing drivers for the Wireless LAN and Combin ation Bluetooth & WLAN modules are provided in “Modules & Options” on page 6 - 1.
Drivers & Utilities
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What to Install 4 - 1
Drivers & Utilities
Driver Installation
Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
disc and click Install Drivers (button), or Option Driv-
ers (button) to access the Optional driver menu.
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Figure 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1
1. Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1,
on page 4 - 3 (the drivers must be installed in
this order) which is the same as that listed in the
Drivers Installer menu below.
2. Click to select the driver you wish to install, (you
should note down the drivers as you install them).
3. Follow the instructions for each individual driver
installation procedure as listed on the following
pages.
4 - 2 Driver Installation
Figure 4 - 2 - Drivers Installer Screen 2
Drivers & Utilities
Win 8 Driver Page # Win 8 Driver Page #
Video (VGA) Page 4 - 6 PC Camera Module (No driver required) Page 6 - 2
LAN Page 4 - 6 Wireless LAN Module Page 6 - 9
CardReader Page 4 - 6 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module
TouchPad Page 4 - 6
Airplane Page 4 - 6
Hot Key Page 4 - 7
Audio Page 4 - 7
Page 6 - 18
Table 4 - 1 - Driver Installation
All drivers provided are for Windows 8.
Note that you need to install both the WLAN & Bluetooth drivers for the WLAN & Bluetooth Combo modules.
Driver Installation 4 - 3
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Drivers & Utilities
Manual Driver Installation
Click Bro wse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the
appropriate driver folder.
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Windows Update
After installing all the drivers make sure you enable
Windows Update in order to get all the latest securi ty
updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes
from Microsoft). See “Windows Update” on page 4 -
7 for instructions.
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. Go to the Control Panel).
2. Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and
Sound > Devices and Printers > 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.
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