Compal notebook, FL90 User Manual

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About this User’s Manual

This user’s manual is designed to let you easily find the information you need to

get the most from your notebook.

• Introduces you to the features of your notebook.

• Gives you useful details on using your notebook.

• Tells you how to look after your notebook, whether at home or traveling.

• Talks about PCI Express Card peripherals and how to use them.

• Goes into more detail about power management and explains how to

conserve power while on the move.

• Introduces you to BIOS, the nervous system of your computer, and how to

change its fundamental settings.

There is no need to read the manual from the beginning to end. Simply find your

way to the section that interests you using the table of contents, or browse

through the manual.

You will come across the following icons in this manual:

Helpful pointers and tricks to get more from your notebook

To help you note and avoid possible damage to your notebook's hardware or software, or loss of your work

Points out possible damage to property, personal injury or death

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

Trademarks used in this document: Microsoft and Windows are registered

trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to

either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.

Contents

Safety Instructions..................................................................................i

Modem Regulatory Notice.....................................................................v

Specifications.........................................................................................x

Chapter 1 Introducing Your Notebook

1.1 Front Side ...........................................................................................1-1

1.1.1 Built-in Camera................................................................................ 1-2

1.1.2 Built-in Microphone..........................................................................1-2

1.1.3 Display............................................................................................. 1-2

1.1.4 Top Panel Buttons and LEDs........................................................... 1-2

1.1.5 Left Panel Buttons ...........................................................................1-3

1.1.6 Keyboard .........................................................................................1-3

1.1.7 Finger Printer................................................................................... 1-3

1.1.8 Touch Pad .......................................................................................1-3

1.1.9 Touch Pad Buttons .......................................................................... 1-4

1.1.10 CIR (Optional) .................................................................................1-4

1.1.11 Wireless Communication Switch .....................................................1-5

1.1.12 Device Status Indicators / Power Status .......................................... 1-5

1.2 Right Side ...........................................................................................1-6

1.2.1 Optical Media Drive ......................................................................... 1-7

1.2.2 USB Port .........................................................................................1-7

1.2.3 RF-in Connector ..............................................................................1-7

1.2.4 S-Video in Port ................................................................................ 1-7

1.2.5 AC Adapter Connector.....................................................................1-8

1.3 Left Side.............................................................................................. 1-9

1.3.1 VGA Port ......................................................................................... 1-9

1.3.2 LAN Jack .......................................................................................1-10

1.3.3 Modem Jack ..................................................................................1-10

1.3.4 S-Video out Port ............................................................................1-10

1.3.5 High Power USB Port ....................................................................1-10

1.3.6 IEEE 1394 Port.............................................................................. 1-10

1.3.7 New Card Slot (For PCI Express Card)......................................... 1-10

1.3.8 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot.....................................................1-10

1.3.9 Audio Ports.................................................................................... 1-11

1.4 Rear Side........................................................................................... 1-12

1.5 Bottom Side ......................................................................................1-13

1.5.1 Battery Pack ..................................................................................1-14

1.5.2 Battery Release Latch ................................................................... 1-14

Chapter 2 Operating Your Notebook (XP)

2.1 Turning Your Notebook On and Off ..................................................2-1

2.1.1 Turning Your Notebook On ..............................................................2-2

2.1.2 Turning Your Notebook Off ..............................................................2-2

2.1.3 Logging Off...................................................................................... 2-2

2.1.4 Adding User Accounts ..................................................................... 2-3

2.1.5 Standby Mode ................................................................................. 2-3

2.2 Tips for Using Windows..................................................................... 2-4

2.2.1 Microsoft Windows XP Help ............................................................ 2-5

2.2.2 Windows Desktop............................................................................ 2-6

2.2.3 Desktop Cleanup Wizard................................................................. 2-7

2.2.4 Start Button...................................................................................... 2-7

2.2.5 Taskbar............................................................................................ 2-8

2.2.6 Notification Area (System Tray) .......................................................2-8

2.2.7 Recycle Bin .....................................................................................2-8

2.2.8 Control Panel................................................................................... 2-9

2.2.9 My Computer................................................................................... 2-9

2.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad ................................................................ 2-10

2.3.1 Numeric Keypad............................................................................ 2-11

2.3.2 Keyboard Shortcuts....................................................................... 2-11

2.3.3 Windows Logo Key Functions ....................................................... 2-12

2.3.4 StickyKeys..................................................................................... 2-13

2.3.5 Touch Pad .....................................................................................2-15

2.3.6 Customizing the Touch Pad........................................................... 2-15

2.3.7 Finger Printer................................................................................. 2-16

2.4 Personalizing Your Desktop ............................................................2-18

2.4.1 Choosing a Wallpaper ................................................................... 2-19

2.4.2 Choosing a Screen Saver.............................................................. 2-19

2.4.3 Choosing a Desktop Theme ..........................................................2-19

2.4.4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop .............................................. 2-19

2.5 Display ..............................................................................................2-20

2.5.1 Adjusting the Brightness................................................................ 2-21

2.5.2 Using an External Monitor or Television ........................................ 2-21

2.5.3 Setting the Display Resolution....................................................... 2-21

2.6 Networks ...........................................................................................2-22

2.7 Managing Programs......................................................................... 2-23

2.7.1 Running Programs......................................................................... 2-24

2.7.2 Adding Software ............................................................................2-24

2.7.3 Removing Software ....................................................................... 2-25

2.8 Managing Files ................................................................................. 2-26

2.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software ..........................................................2-27

2.8.2 Backing Up Files ...........................................................................2-27

2.8.3 Finding Files ..................................................................................2-27

2.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive ..................................................2-27

2.8.5 Copying a File to a Floppy Disk..................................................... 2-28

2.8.6 Moving Files .................................................................................. 2-28

2.8.7 Renaming Files .............................................................................2-28

2.8.8 Deleting Files................................................................................. 2-28

2.8.9 Emptying the Recycle Bin.............................................................. 2-29

2.8.10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin...........................................2-29

2.9 Playing CDs and Movies.................................................................. 2-30

2.9.1 Inserting Discs............................................................................... 2-31

2.9.2 Adjusting the Volume..................................................................... 2-31

2.9.3 Adjusting the Picture......................................................................2-31

Chapter 3 Operating Your Notebook (Vista)

3.1 Turning Your Notebook On and Off ..................................................3-1

3.1.1 Turning Your Notebook On ..............................................................3-2

3.1.2 Turning Your Notebook Off ..............................................................3-2

3.1.3 Logging Off...................................................................................... 3-2

3.1.4 Adding User Accounts ..................................................................... 3-3

3.1.5 Sleep Mode ..................................................................................... 3-3

3.2 Tips for Using Windows..................................................................... 3-4

3.2.1 Microsoft Windows Vista Help .........................................................3-5

3.2.2 Windows Desktop............................................................................ 3-6

3.2.3 Start Button...................................................................................... 3-7

3.2.4 Taskbar............................................................................................ 3-8

3.2.5 Notification Area (System Tray) .......................................................3-8

3.2.6 Recycle Bin .....................................................................................3-9

3.2.7 Control Panel................................................................................... 3-9

3.2.8 Computer....................................................................................... 3-10

3.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad ................................................................ 3-11

3.3.1 Numeric Keypad............................................................................ 3-12

3.3.2 Keyboard Shortcuts....................................................................... 3-12

3.3.3 Windows Logo Key Functions ....................................................... 3-13

3.3.4 Sticky Keys.................................................................................... 3-14

3.3.5 Touch Pad .....................................................................................3-16

3.3.6 Customizing the Touch Pad........................................................... 3-16

3.3.7 Finger Printer................................................................................. 3-17

3.4 Personalizing Your Desktop ............................................................3-19

3.4.1 Choosing a Wallpaper ................................................................... 3-20

3.4.2 Choosing a Screen Saver.............................................................. 3-20

3.4.3 Choosing a Desktop Theme ..........................................................3-20

3.4.4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop .............................................. 3-20

3.5 Display ..............................................................................................3-21

3.5.1 Adjusting the Brightness................................................................ 3-22

3.5.2 Using an External Monitor or Television ........................................ 3-22

3.5.3 Setting the Display Resolution....................................................... 3-22

3.6 Networks ...........................................................................................3-23

3.7 Managing Programs......................................................................... 3-24

3.7.1 Running Programs......................................................................... 3-25

3.7.2 Adding Software ............................................................................3-25

3.7.3 Removing Software ....................................................................... 3-26

3.8 Managing Files ................................................................................. 3-27

3.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software ..........................................................3-28

3.8.2 Backing Up Files ...........................................................................3-28

3.8.3 Finding Files ..................................................................................3-28

3.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive ..................................................3-28

3.8.5 Renaming Files .............................................................................3-29

3.8.6 Deleting Files................................................................................. 3-29

3.8.7 Emptying the Recycle Bin.............................................................. 3-29

3.8.8 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin........................................... 3-30

3.9 Playing CDs and Movies.................................................................. 3-31

3.9.1 Inserting Discs............................................................................... 3-32

3.9.2 Adjusting the Volume..................................................................... 3-32

3.9.3 Adjusting the Picture......................................................................3-32

Chapter 4 Caring for Your Notebook

4.1 Caring for Your Notebook.................................................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Cleaning Your Notebook and Keyboard........................................... 4-2

4.1.2 Cleaning the Display........................................................................ 4-2

4.1.3 Cleaning the Touch Pad ..................................................................4-2

4.1.4 Cleaning the CD/DVD Drive ............................................................ 4-2

4.1.5 Precautions .....................................................................................4-3

4.2 Traveling ............................................................................................. 4-4

4.2.1 Identifying Your Notebook................................................................ 4-5

4.2.2 Packing Your Notebook ................................................................... 4-5

4.2.3 Setting a Password..........................................................................4-5

4.2.4 Travel Tips .......................................................................................4-6

4.2.5 If Your Notebook is Lost or Stolen ...................................................4-6

Chapter 5 Peripherals

5.1 PCI Express Cards .............................................................................5-1

5.1.1 PCI Express Card Types .................................................................5-2

5.1.2 Installing a PCI Express Card.......................................................... 5-2

5.1.3 Removing a PCI Express Card........................................................ 5-3

5.2 Adding and Removing SD/MMC/MS Cards ...................................... 5-4

5.3 Memory Modules................................................................................ 5-5

Chapter 6 The Power System (XP)

6.1 Power Management ...........................................................................6-1

6.1.1 Managing Your Notebook’s Power...................................................6-2

6.1.2 Power Management Modes............................................................. 6-2

6.1.3 Power Options Properties................................................................ 6-4

6.1.4 SpeedStep....................................................................................... 6-6

6.2 Battery................................................................................................. 6-7

6.2.1 Battery Performance........................................................................6-8

6.2.2 Checking the Battery Charge ..........................................................6-8

6.2.3 Power Meter ....................................................................................6-8

6.2.4 Low-Battery Warning....................................................................... 6-9

6.2.5 Charging the Battery........................................................................6-9

6.2.6 Removing the Battery...................................................................... 6-9

6.2.7 Installing a Battery......................................................................... 6-10

6.2.8 Storing a Battery............................................................................ 6-10

6.2.9 Working With Extra Battery Packs................................................. 6-10

6.2.10 Maximizing Battery Life .................................................................6-10

Chapter 7 The Power System (Vista)

7.1 Power Management ...........................................................................7-1

7.1.1 Managing Your Notebook’s Power...................................................7-2

7.1.2 Power Management Modes............................................................. 7-2

7.1.3 Power Options Properties................................................................ 7-3

7.1.4 SpeedStep....................................................................................... 7-4

7.2 Battery................................................................................................. 7-6

7.2.1 Battery Performance........................................................................7-7

7.2.2 Checking the Battery Charge ..........................................................7-7

7.2.3 Power Meter ....................................................................................7-7

7.2.4 Low-Battery Warning....................................................................... 7-8

7.2.5 Charging the Battery........................................................................7-8

7.2.6 Removing the Battery...................................................................... 7-8

7.2.7 Installing a Battery........................................................................... 7-9

7.2.8 Storing a Battery.............................................................................. 7-9

7.2.9 Working With Extra Battery Packs................................................... 7-9

7.2.10 Maximizing Battery Life ...................................................................7-9

Chapter 8 The BIOS Setup Program

8.1 Introduction ........................................................................................ 8-1

8.2 Navigating through the BIOS Setup Program.................................. 8-2

8.2.1 Accessing the BIOS Setup Program ...............................................8-3

8.2.2 Launching Submenus......................................................................8-4

8.2.3 Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program ............................8-4

8.3 The Main Menu ................................................................................... 8-5

8.4 The Advanced Menu ..........................................................................8-7

8.5 The Security Menu ............................................................................. 8-8

8.6 The TPM State Menu ........................................................................8-12

8.7 The Boot Menu ................................................................................. 8-13

8.8 The Exit Menu................................................................................... 8-14

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your computer.

General Warnings

• Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base

resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build

up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or,

eventually, a burn.

• Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation

instructions closely.

• To avoid personal injury from electric shock or fire:

− Completely power down the computer when replacing memory modules,

cleaning the computer, its components, or chassis, or performing operations

requiring similar steps. To do this, first turn the power off at the power switch,

remove the battery, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical

outlet or from any other type of external power source, such as an external

battery.

− Do not operate the computer near water, for example, near a bathtub, kitchen

sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, by a swimming pool, or in the rain.

− Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or

reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.

− Avoid using the wired modem or LAN during an electrical storm, as a remote

risk of electric shock from lightning exists.

− Do not push objects into the air vents or openings of your computer or

accessories. Doing so can short out interior components and may cause fire or

electric shock.

− When installing memory modules, ground yourself by touching a grounded

conductive surface, such as a device with a grounded plug. Avoid touching the

pins and leads on the memory module or internal circuitry of the computer.

• When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.

• Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory module by its

edges, not its pins.

• If the battery pack leaks and the fluid get in your eyes, do not rub them. Instead,

rinse your eyes with clean running water and immediately seek medical attention.

Otherwise, eye injury may result.

Safety Instructions

• If acid leaking from the battery pack contacts your skin or clothing, immediately

wash it away with running water. Otherwise, skin inflammation can occur.

• Operate the computer at the recommended temperature range of +5oC to +35oC

(+41oF to +95oF). Store it at a temperature of -20oC to +60oC (+4oF to +140oF).

• Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA or Express

slot. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal object, or other particles. Save

the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot.

Power Cord & Adapter Warnings

• See the installation instructions before connecting to the power supply.

• Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of that

country. Use the appropriate AC adapter and power cord for your locale.

• If you use an extension cord with your AC adapter, ensure that the total ampere

rating of the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ampere

rating of the extension cable.

• When using your power cord, make sure to position it around objects so it will not

be cut or punctured.

• When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector on its strain relief loop, not on

the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid

bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure both

connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

• Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the cable is

not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.

• Use only the AC adapters that are approved for use with this computer. Use of

another type of adapter may risk fire or explosion.

• Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the voltage rating

of the AC adapter matches that of the available power source.

− 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern

countries such as South Korea and Taiwan.

− 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz in western Japan.

− 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.

− If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total

ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not

exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.

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• Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desktop or on the floor, when

you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter

with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter

while it is inside a carrying case.

• Disconnect power cords and cables by grasping the connector, not by pulling on

the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid

bending any connector pins. Before you connect a cable, make sure both

connectors are correctly aligned.

• To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and disconnect

the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.

Battery Pack Warnings

− Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects

(such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive

current flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from

burns.

− Danger of explosion may occur if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with

the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer.

− Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local authorities

for disposal instructions.

− Do not use or leave the battery pack near a heat source. Heat can melt the insulation

and damage other safety features, possibly leading it to leak acid, overheat, emit

smoke, burst and/or ignite.

− Do not immerse the battery pack in water or allow it to get wet. Its protective features

can be damaged. Abnormal chemical reactions may occur, possibly leading it to

leak acid, overheat, emit smoke, burst and/or ignite.

− Do not crush, disassemble, puncture, or incinerate the short external contacts of a

battery pack.

− Do not connect the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals with a metal object such as

wire. Short-circuiting may occur leading the battery pack to leak acid, overheat, emit

smoke, burst and/or ignite.

− Do not use an apparently deformed or damaged battery pack, which may leak acid,

overheat, emit smoke, burst and/or ignite.

− If the battery pack leaks, gives off a bad odor, generates heat, becomes discolored

or deformed, or in any way appears abnormal during use, recharging or storage,

immediately remove it from the computer or charger and stop using it.

Safety Instructions

Battery Pack Disposal

− Dispose of the lithium ion battery packs at approved disposal sites only. To locate an

appropriate site, contact the solid waste disposal officials where you live or look for a

rechargeable battery recycling website that lists disposal locations near you.

− Do not dispose of battery packs in a fire, throw them in a trash receptacle, put them

in a recycling bin not intended for their disposal, or otherwise discard them in a

manner that may result in their being hazardous to the environment.

Internal Modem Warnings

CAUTION: When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should

always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons,

including the following:

− The modem cable you connect to your computer should have a minimum wire size

of 26 AWG (American wire gauge) and an UL-compliant RJ-11 modular plug.

− Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.

There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

− Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

− Do not plug a modem connector (RJ-11) into a network connection (RJ-45). This

may damage the connector.

Modem Regulatory Notice

Federal Communication Commission PART 68 Warning

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the bottom side of

the modem is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration

Number and Ringer Equipment Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you

must provide this information to your telephone company.

If your telephone equipment damages the telephone network, the local telephone

company may temporarily discontinue your service. If possible they will notify you in

advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.

You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes to facilities, equipment, operations, or

procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you

will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted

telephone service.

If this equipment should fail to operate properly, disconnect the equipment from the

phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the

equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor.

TBR21

This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC – “TBR21”] for

pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network

(PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in

different countries, the approval does not, in itself, give an unconditional assurance of

successful operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems, you

should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

Modem Regulatory Notice

Important Safety Instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.

1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

3. Do not use this product near water.

4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall,

causing serious damage to the product.

5. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for

ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from

overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Avoid placing the product on a

bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface to prevent blocking these openings. This product

should never be placed near or over a radiator or a heat register, or in an

enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

6. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking

label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local

power company.

7. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where

people will step on the cord.

8. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere

rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the

extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products

plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may

touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or

electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

10. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers

may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

11. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b. If liquid is spilled into the product.

c. If the product was exposed to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are

followed, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and

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will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the

product to normal condition.

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for

service.

EMC Regulatory Information

This product is designed and tested to comply with the following related EMC

(Electromagnetic compatibility) standards.

FCC Notice

“Declaration of Conformity Information”

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 of following

measures:

• Reorient 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 dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

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Canadian Notice (Canada Only)

Norwegian Notice (Norway Only)

For Class I equipment: In Norway, intended to be connected to CABLE

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, the screen of a coax cable is required to be galvanic

isolated from the protective earth. The Norwegian text is that ”Må kun tilkoples

kabel-TV nett via galvanisk isolator.”

CE Notice (European Union)

EU Declaration of Conformity

BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)

Most Compal computer products are classified by the Bureau of Standards,

Meteorology and Inspection (BSMI) as Class B information technology equipment

(ITE).

This (marked on the product) indicates the product complies with the

BSMI standard.

Modem Regulatory Notice

BSMI 通告 (僅限於台灣地區)

如果您在電腦的底部、側面或背面板上找到一個標誌，則適用於以下部份的相關規定：

Macrovision License of Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by

methods and claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights owned by

Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection

technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home

and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation.

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Specifications

CPU

• Intel Mobile Merom & Merom ICPM, Socket P, FSB800/667 MHz

• MAX 4M L2 Cache

• Dual Core

• Micro FC-PGA package CPU

Chipset

• Intel PM965 / Intel GM965

• 667/800 MHz FSB supported

• ICH8-M

Memory

• Supports DDR-II 533/667MHz

• No on-board memory

• Two SO-DIMM with 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB modules

• Upgradable to 4GB memory by two SO-DIMM

• Easy install from bottom side

Display

• Supports 15.4” WXGA (1280 x 800) TFT color LCD

• Supports 15.4” WXGA+ (1440 x 900) TFT color LCD

• Supports 15.4” WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050) TFT color LCD

Keyboard

• ENE 925Q K/B controller

• 86-US/87-UK/88-JA Key; 12 function keys; 4 cursor keys

• Windows key; Application keys, 19.05mm pitch, 2.5mm stroke, H=5.1mm

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• 9.5mm height, 2.5” HDD

• Up to 160GB capacity

• Supports SATA 1.5Gb/s

• 5400 RPM

• Easily removable

Specifications

Optical Disc Drive (ODD)

• 5.25” 12.7mm height 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

• 5.25” 12.7mm height 8XDVD-Super Multi Drive

Pointing Device

• Touch Pad with two buttons

− Left button

− Right button

• Finger printer

I/O Ports

• USB 2.0 ports x 2

• Power USB ports x 2

• IEEE 1394 port x 1

• Microphone-in jack x 1

• Headphone-out jack x 1

• VGA port, 15 pins x 1

• TV out (S-Video) port, 7 pins x 1

• DC-in jack x 1

• RJ-45 jack x 1

• RJ-11 jack for 56Kbps V.92 Modem (US/Canada/UK/Germany/French)

(optional)

• RF-in connector x 1

• S-Video in (Analog TV) connector x 1

• 3-in-1 card reader for SD/MMC/MS

• Single-Wide New Card slot (54mm type) x 1

• Kensington lock

• Consumer Infrared (optional)

WLAN

• PCI Express base specification compliant

• 802.11 a/b/g/n: Intel WLAN card

Modem

• Internal Modem with MDC solution (MDC1.5) (optional)

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Bluetooth

• Foxconn Bluetooth V2.0+EDR (Broadcom chipset)

Mini Card Organization

• One Mini card slot for WLAN

• One Mini card for TV-Tuner

• One Mini card for Robson

NEWCARD

• One Single-Wide New Card socket

• Supports both PCI-Express Card and USB2.0 Card

Excellent Power Management Function

• Standby mode, Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk mode, by time out or by hot

key

• HDD Local Standby mode by time out

• LCD Local Standby mode by time out

• Low battery alarm (beep)

• Auto-backlight off when LCD cover closed

• Full ACPI 2.0 supported

• LCD Auto-DIM mode by time out

Easy Buttons

• Power button

• Internet access button

• E-mail button

• Wow Video & Wow Audio buttons

• Mute button

AC Adapter

• Universal AC adapter. 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz

• 90W with 19V DC output

• 3 pin type for AC-in

Memory Card & SO-DOMM Socket

• 3-in-1 Card Reader (MS, SD, MMC)

• Push-push type, with dummy card

• Ricoh R5C833 Card reader controller

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Options

• 256MB/512MB/1GB/2GB SO-DIMM DDR-II modules

• Li-ION Battery Pack

• PCI-E Wireless module

Chapter 1

Introducing Your Notebook

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1.1 Front Side

The following picture shows the front side of the notebook.

1 Built-in Camera 9 Finger Printer

2 Built-in Microphone 10 Touch Pad

3 Display 11 Touch Pad Buttons

4 Power Button 12 Consumer Infrared Receiver

(optional)

5 Easy Buttons 13 Wireless Communication Switch

6 Status LEDs 14 Device Status Indicators/Power

Status

7 Power USB / Q-Charging Buttons 15 Internal Speakers

8 Keyboard

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1.1.1 Built-in Camera

The built-in camera supports a 2.0 mega pixel CMOS web camera.

1.1.2 Built-in Microphone

The built-in microphone allows you to communicate without connecting an external microphone.

1.1.3 Display

Your display is either a 15.4” COLOR TFT WXGA, WXGA+, or WSXGA+ LCD.

1.1.4 Top Panel Buttons and LEDs

- Power Button:

Press to turn your notebook on. For more on power settings, see 6.1 Power Management (XP) or 7.1 Power Management (Vista).

Windows XP or Vista, which comes preinstalled, goes into the shutdown sequence automatically if you press the power button while on.

In Windows XP, you can configure this in Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced.

n Windows Vista, you can configure this in Control Panel > System and

Maintenance or Hardware and Sound > Power Options > Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings.

- Easy Buttons:

The notebook offers these buttons for quick launch programs and functions.

Internet access button

Email button

Wow Video Wow Audio

Wow Video/Audio

Mute button

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- Keyboard Indicators:

HDD access indicator

Num Lock On/Off indicator

Caps Lock On/Off indicator

Scroll Lock On/Off indicator

1.1.5 Left Panel Buttons

USB Buttons

Q-Charging button

Power USB button

1.1.6 Keyboard

The keyboard includes a numeric keypad and the Microsoft® Windows® logo key.

See 2.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad (XP) or 3.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad (Vista) for details on using keyboard shortcuts.

1.1.7 Finger Printer

The finger printer allows you to enroll the computer with registered fingerprint. This recognition device helps prevent unauthorized access by others. For more information, see

2.3.7 Finger Printer (XP) or 3.3.7 Finger Printer (Vista).

1.1.8 Touch Pad

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The touch pad works like a desktop mouse. For more information, see 2.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad (XP) or 3.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad (Vista).

1.1.9 Touch Pad Buttons

The left and right touch pad buttons perform the same functions as the left/right buttons of a standard mouse.

1.1.10 CIR (Optional)

The CIR is an infrared receiver, which allows your notebook to work with a remote control to create a TV/ Multimedia environment (Power Cinema). Make sure you position the remote accurately so that the CIR can receive the signal.

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1.1.11 Wireless Communication Switch

Turns the wireless communication function on or off. The wireless communication LED on the front panel lights when the function is activated.

1.1.12 Device Status Indicators / Power Status

The LEDs on the front of notebook indicate the device and power status.

1 Power On (Blue)

2 Battery Charge (Blue/Amber)

3 Bluetooth (Amber)/Wireless (Blue)

4 Wireless Communication Switch

5 Consumer Infrared (CIR) (optional)

The flashing Power On LED indicates the notebook is in standby mode.

For detailed battery status, see 6.2 Battery (XP) or 7.2 Battery (Vista).

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1.2 Right Side

The following picture shows the right side of the notebook.

1 Optical Media Drive

2 USB Ports

3 RF-in Connector

4 S-Video in Port

5 AC Adapter Connector

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1.2.1 Optical Media Drive

The optical media drive provides a means for you to import/export data into/from your computer. Depending on the configuration of your computer, you may either be able to record or play CDs/DVDs.

1.2.2 USB Port

Use this port to connect a USB device, such as a mouse, external keyboard, or printer to the computer.

USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports data-transfer rates up to 480

bps. USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors. You can install and remove USB devices while the computer is on. This is called "hot swapping".

1.2.3 RF-in Connector

Use this port to connect an antenna set. See 1.1.3 Display.

1.2.4 S-Video in Port

The S-Video in port allows you to connect a video output device, like a VCR, TV, camcorder or device which has S-video port, to the notebook.

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1.2.5 AC Adapter Connector

Use this connector to attach the AC adapter to your notebook. You can connect an AC adapter when your notebook is switched on or off.

While the AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide, power connectors and power strips vary by country. Ensure you use a compatible cable or correctly connect the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet. Failure to do so may cause

ire or damage to equipment.

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1.3 Left Side

The following picture shows the left side of the notebook.

1 VGA Port

2 LAN Jack (Green/Amber)

3 Modem Jack

4 S-Video out Port

5 High Power USB Ports

6 IEEE 1394 Port

7 New Card Slot

8 Multiple Digital Media Slot

9 Microphone Jack

10 Headphone Jack

1.3.1 VGA Port

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Use this port to connect an external monitor to your computer. See 1.1.3 Display.

1.3.2 LAN Jack

The RJ-45 network jack allows you to connect your notebook to a local area network (LAN).

Be careful not to plug the telephone line into the slightly larger network connector.

1.3.3 Modem Jack

The modem jack allows you to connect the notebook to a telephone line with a standard RJ-11 connector.

1.3.4 S-Video out Port

The S-Video out port allows you to connect an external display device, like a TV set or device which has S-video port, to the notebook.

1.3.5 High Power USB Port

High-power USB ports can provide power for devices that draw more than 100mA from the bus line, such as cameras and external hard disks.

1.3.6 IEEE 1394 Port

The IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect devices that utilize IEEE 1394 technology to your computer. This technology is widely used in consumer products such as digital cameras.

1.3.7 New Card Slot (For PCI Express Card)

Supports 54mm type PCI Express Card. For more information, see 5.1 PCI Express Cards.

1.3.8 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot

Supports one SD/MMC/MS card, which is used in digital still camera and various forms of portable information equipment.

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1.3.9 Audio Ports

You can connect a headphone or an external speaker to the port and a microphone to the

port. The built-in speakers are disabled when a device is connected to the port.

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1.4 Rear Side

The following picture shows the rear side of the notebook.

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1.5 Bottom Side

The following picture shows the bottom side of the notebook.

1 Battery Pack

2 Battery Release Latch

3 HDD Cover

4 Battery Lock Switch

5 Thermal Cover

6 Memory Module Cover

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1.5.1 Battery Pack

With a charged battery pack installed, you can use your notebook without connecting it to an electrical outlet. For more details, see 6.2 Battery (XP) or 7.2 Battery (Vista).

To remove the Battery Pack:

1. Move the Battery Lock Switch to the right (Unlock position).

2. Slide the Battery Release Latch to the left and gently pry the Battery Pack from the computer chassis.

1.5.2 Battery Release Latch

The Battery Release Latch secures the battery pack. To release, slide the latch and then remove the battery pack from the bay.

Chapter 2

Operating Your Notebook (XP)

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2.1 Turning Your Notebook On and Off

 Turning Your Notebook On

 Turning Your Notebook Off

 Logging Off

 Adding User Accounts

 Standby Mode

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2.1.1 Turning Your Notebook On

You can configure the computer to start from a specific drive, such as a CD-ROM, an external floppy disk, or even an external device. See 8.7 The Boot Menu.

Press the power button to turn on your notebook.

Do not turn off the computer until the operating system has loaded completely. Turning the computer off during its initial startup will result in an error the next time you start your notebook.

2.1.2 Turning Your Notebook Off

f your notebook uses Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system, the security and networking features are not available in Windows XP Home Edition. You will see different options in some windows, related to security and networking.

Save and close any open files, exit any open programs.

Click Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.

Your notebook will automatically turn off after the shutdown process is finished.

You can configure Windows XP to shut down or go into sleep mode by pressing the power button. Open the Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced dialog box to do this.

2.1.3 Logging Off

With Microsoft Windows XP, multiple users can access a single computer with their own, personal settings. Using their own password, each user logs on to the computer, meaning other users cannot access their settings or files. To log off:

Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click Start > Log Off > Log Off.

To switch users, click Start > Log Off > Switch User.

Using Fast User Switching, programs executed by previous users remain running in the background. This means a possible slower computer response. It may also stop multimedia programs, including games and DVD software, from running.

Fast User Switching does not work if your notebook is running Windows XP Professional and is a member of a computer domain or if the notebook has less than 128 MB of memory.

You can set up Fast User Switching in the Control Panel dialog box, under User Accounts: Change the way users log on or off.

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2.1.4 Adding User Accounts

Different account options are available when a computer is running Windows XP Professional operating system and is connected to a domain.

With Windows XP installed, the system administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user accounts:

1. Click Start > Control Panel > User Accounts.

2. Under Pick a task, click Create a new account.

3. Under Name the new account, enter the name of the new user. Click Next.

4. Under Pick an account type, choose one of the following options:

• Computer administrator: User can change all computer settings.

• Standard (Windows XP Professional only): User can install some programs

and hardware.

• Limited: User can only change his own personal settings, such as the password.

User is not able to install programs or use the Internet.

5. Click Create Account.

2.1.5 Standby Mode

To find out how to conserve power using the Standby Mode, see 6.1 Power Management.

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2.2 Tips for Using Windows

 Microsoft Windows XP Help

 Windows Desktop

 Desktop Cleanup Wizard

 Start Button

 Taskbar

 Notification Area (System Tray)

 Recycle Bin

 Control Panel

 My Computer

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2.2.1 Microsoft Windows XP Help

For Microsoft Windows XP help, click the Start menu then click the Help and Support icon. The Help and Support Center dialog box opens.

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2.2.2 Windows Desktop

Depending on your notebook setup and software, your desktop may have different or additional shortcuts. See 2.4 Personalizing Your Desktop for more information.

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2.2.3 Desktop Cleanup Wizard

The Desktop Cleanup Wizard moves icons for programs not frequently used to a folder 7 days after you first start your notebook and every 60 days after that.

The Start menu's appearance changes as program icons are moved. To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard:

Right-click an empty spot on your desktop > Properties > Desktop > Customize Desktop > click Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days to remove the check mark > OK.

The Desktop Cleanup Wizard can be run any time by clicking Clean Desktop Now under Desktop cleanup.

2.2.4 Start Button

The Start button allows easy access to your notebook's programs.

The Start menu is designed to show the programs you use most frequently. To always keep an item on the Start menu, no matter how often it's used, right-click the item and click Pin

to Start menu.

Log Off allows the current user to log off so a new user can log on to the notebook using his

personal settings.

Turn Off Computer provides options for turning off, restarting, and placing your notebook in power saving modes. If your notebook is running Windows XP Professional and is connected to a domain, different options appear in the Shut Down window.

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2.2.5 Taskbar

The Start button is on the left and the notification area on the right. Each time you open a program, a button for it appears on the taskbar. To toggle taskbar buttons, click the relevant button. Windows XP groups multiple instances of the same program on a single taskbar button if more space is needed.

Toolbars can be added to or removed from the taskbar:

Right-click an empty spot on the taskbar, and select Toolbars > choose the toolbar you want to add.

2.2.6 Notification Area (System Tray)

The icons in this area allow quick access to programs and computer functions, including the clock and printer status. Windows XP hides icons that are not used frequently. Click to

see hidden icons.

To prevent Windows XP from hiding icons:

Right-click an empty spot on the Taskbar > Properties > ensure that Hide inactive icons is not checked.

2.2.7 Recycle Bin

When you delete a file, it is moved to the Recycle Bin. Files can be restored from the Recycle Bin.

Emptying the Recycle Bin deletes files permanently.

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2.2.8 Control Panel

In the Control Panel, you can change how Windows looks and works.

Click the Start button and then Control Panel.

There are two interfaces - you can choose either Classic View or Category View. You can switch interfaces in the upper left hand of the Control Panel window.

Under Pick a category, choose the category of the task you wish to complete, and then choose the task in the next window.

2.2.9 My Computer

My Computer allows you to see the disk drives and other external devices connected to your notebook. The My Computer icon appears on your Desktop. To see the contents of a drive or folder, open My Computer then double-click the icon for the drive or folder you want to view (for example, drive C).

You can also use Windows Explorer to see the contents of your notebook and find

iles. To open Windows Explorer, right-click the Start button and click Explore to

ind the drive or folder that you want to view. To find out more about My Computer

and Windows Explorer, see Help and Support Center.

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2.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad

 Numeric Keypad

 Keyboard Shortcuts

 Windows Logo Key Functions

 StickyKeys

 Touch Pad

 Customizing the Touch Pad

 Finger Printer

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2.3.1 Numeric Keypad

Keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the lower right edge of the keypad keys.

To enable the numeric keypad, press .

The indicator will light when the numeric lock is on.

To disable the numeric keypad, press again.

To use the primary function of a dual-function key when the numeric keypad is enabled,

press and the desired key.

2.3.2 Keyboard Shortcuts

Sleep

Wireless/Bluetooth On/Off

To enable this function, you need to install Wireless Select Switch.

Switches Display Mode (LCD > CRT > TV > LCD + CRT Simultaneous > LCD+TV Simultaneous). Switches the video image to the next display or both displays simultaneously.

Brightness Down

Brightness Up

Mute

Audio Volume Down

Audio Volume Up

Play/Pause

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Stop

Fast Rewind

Fast Forward

Number Lock

Scroll Lock

Caps Lock

2.3.3 Windows Logo Key Functions

Opens Windows Explorer

Opens the Run dialog box

Opens the Search Results dialog box

Opens the Search Results - Computers dialog box (when your notebook is connected to a network)

Opens the System Properties dialog box

To adjust keyboard operation, including character repeat rate, in the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware > Keyboard.

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2.3.4 StickyKeys

The StickyKeys function lets you use the SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, FN keys or the Windows logo key (referred to as modifier keys) in conjunction with other keys by pressing one key at a time instead of simultaneously.

To activate StickyKeys mode, press the Shift key five times and then click OK.

Alternatively, you can click on Start > Control Panel > Accessibility Options and check Use StickyKeys before clicking OK.

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To further customize StickyKeys, click Settings in either of the above dialogue boxes. The following dialogue box will appear.

Click Use shortcut to enable the listed shortcut to activate StickyKeys mode.

By checking Press modifier key twice to lock, pressing the SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, FN or the Windows logo key twice will 'lock' the key until it is pressed again. This allows you to perform multiple commands with these keys in succession without having to press the modifier key again each time.

Check Turn StickyKeys off if two keys are pressed at once to have StickyKeys automatically disable whenever any two keys are pressed simultaneously.

If Make sounds when modifier key is pressed is checked, a tone will be heard each time a modifier key is pressed. Different tones are heard when activating and deactivating modifier keys.

Check Show StickyKeys status on screen to display the StickyKeys icon in your toolbar whenever the StickyKeys mode is activated. The icon will change to indicate which modifier key, if any, is currently active.

Click on OK to confirm your changes, or Cancel to exit the dialogue box without making any changes.

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2.3.5 Touch Pad

The Touch Pad responds to the movements and pressure of your finger, allowing you to move the cursor around the screen, in the same way you would with a mouse.

Place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position.

You can use the Touch Pad by moving either your right or left thumb off the space bar and on to the Touch Pad.

Gently move your thumb across the Touch Pad in the direction you want the cursor to move.

The Touch Pad buttons have the same function as mouse buttons. Clicking these buttons makes selections, drags objects, or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software. To select an object, first move the pointer over the object you want to select, and then press the left button one time and release it. The functionality of these buttons depends on your software.

Double-clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs.

You may also select object or execute applications from icons by double tapping. This is similar to double-clicking; instead of pressing the Touch Pad buttons, you tap the Touch Pad itself.

2.3.6 Customizing the Touch Pad

To adjust Touch Pad settings, use the Mouse Properties window, which you can open by clicking Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.

Select the desired settings and click Apply.

Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

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2.3.7 Finger Printer

The finger printer lets you log on to your computer instead of inputting passwords from the keyboard.

To raise the recognition success rate, the following illustrations show the correct way to swipe your finger over the finger printer.

Align your fingertip with the finger printer as shown in the drawing and swipe.

To reduce the damage to the finger printer and fingerprint recognition problems, follow these guidelines when using the finger printer.

• Do not scratch or poke the finger printer with your nails or any hard or sharp

objects.

• Do not press the finger printer strongly.

• Do not touch the finger printer with a wet finger or any wet objects. Keep finger

printer surface dry and free of water vapor.

• Do not touch the finger printer with a soiled finger. Minute foreign particles on a

soiled or dirty finger may scratch the finger printer.

• Do not paste stickers or write on the finger printer.

• Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any object with built-up static

electricity.

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2.3.7.1 Delete the Finger Printer Data

Saved fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory inside the finger printer. Fingerprint data are recommended to delete before you hand over the computer the others, or dispose of it.

To delete the fingerprint data, do the following:

1. Click Start > All Programs > Protector Suite QL > Control.

2. The Protector Suite Software screen is displayed.

3. Click Fingerprints > Delete.

4. Click Settings > Fingerprint Storage Inspector.

5. The Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen is displayed. If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list. Select all fingerprint data and click remove.

6. Check whether all fingerprint data was deleted on the Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen.

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2.4 Personalizing Your Desktop

 Choosing a Wallpaper

 Choosing a Screen Saver

 Choosing a Desktop Theme

 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop

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2.4.1 Choosing a Wallpaper

To make your notebook reflect your style, you can set background colors, patterns, and the wallpaper on the desktop.

Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task > Change the desktop background.

The Display Properties window offers a choice of wallpapers. Choose the name of the wallpaper you want to display, or choose (None) if you prefer not to use a wallpaper image.

You can also choose your own images by choosing Browse, and specifying images in a directory.

The Position pull-down menu lets you either Tile your selected image, Center (places one copy of the image in the center of the screen) or Stretch (enlarges it to fit the screen).

To accept the settings, click OK and close the Display Properties window.

2.4.2 Choosing a Screen Saver

Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task > Choose a screen saver.

Select a screen saver from the Screen saver pull-down menu, or choose (None) if you prefer not to activate a screen saver.

You can customize your screen saver by choosing Settings. To check your selections, click Preview.

To accept the settings, click OK and close the Display Properties window.

2.4.3 Choosing a Desktop Theme

Desktop themes change the appearance of your desktop and add sound effects:

Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task > Change the computer's theme.

Select a theme from the Theme pull-down menu in the Display Properties Window, and then click OK.

2.4.4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop

A shortcut is an icon that is placed on the desktop let you quickly access programs, files, folders, and drivers. To create a shortcut:

Open My Computer or Windows Explorer, and highlight the file or program for which you want to create the shortcut.

Click and hold down the right Touch Pad button, drag the highlighted item to the Windows desktop, and then release the right Touch Pad button to display a pop-up menu.

Click Create Shortcuts Here.

An icon appears on your desktop - double-click to activate the shortcut.

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2.5 Display

 Adjusting the Brightness

 Using an External Monitor or Television

 Setting the Display Resolution

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2.5.1 Adjusting the Brightness

To conserve power when running your notebook from the battery, set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the keyboard shortcuts.

Brightness Down

Brightness Up

2.5.2 Using an External Monitor or Television

When you start your notebook with an external display device such as an external monitor or television attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the display or the external device.

Alternatively, you can press to switch the video image to the display only, the display and the external device simultaneously, or the external device only.

2.5.3 Setting the Display Resolution

To view a program at a specific resolution, both the video controller and the display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be installed.

Before changing any of the original display settings, note the original settings for future reference.

Click Start > Control Panel > Pick a category > Appearance and Themes.

Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution, or under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display and select Settings tab.

You can try different settings for Screen resolution and Color quality.

If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display supports, the settings will automatically adjust to the closest possible setting.

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2.6 Networks

To access a network:

At the office, you can access a network via the built-in PCI-E LAN.

For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN, consult your systems administrator.

If you are working at home or while traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your system administrator for the telephone number of the network.

To set up the connection, go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections (in Classic Interface, Network Connections).

Enter the details for your connection and click OK.

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2.7 Managing Programs

 Running Programs

 Adding Software

 Removing Software

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2.7.1 Running Programs

Programs are any software that process data - like a word processing program or an email program. They require an operating system - like Windows XP - to run on.

To run a program, click Start > Programs.

Click the program you want to run.

On the right side of the title bar in the window of any open program,

there are three icons:

minimizes the program window. That is, it is removed from the screen, but is still running. It will appear as a tab on your bottom taskbar. To restore the program window, simply click the tab.

maximizes the window to fill your entire screen. When the window is maximized, the

button switches to , which will reduce the size of the window when clicked.

closes the program or document.

2.7.2 Adding Software

To check what software is already installed on your computer, click Start > All Programs. If a program is listed in the All Programs menu or the Start menu, the software is already installed.

Before installing software, check the software's technical requirements to ensure that it is compatible with your notebook and that there is enough memory and hard drive space for installation and operation.

Temporarily disable your notebook's antivirus software before installing software. See the documentation that came with the antivirus software for detailed procedure.

Be sure to enable your antivirus software once you have installed any new software.

Insert the software installation CD into the CD drive and follow the instructions that came with the software to help you respond to the prompts on the screen.

If the software installation CD does not automatically run, click Start > Run. In the dialogue box, type x:\setup.exe (where x is the letter of your CD drive [usually D or E]). Then click OK and follow the prompts on your screen.

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2.7.3 Removing Software

Once you've begun removing software, do not interrupt the process. To do so may result in data loss and corruption of your operating system.

Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs > Change or Remove Programs.

Select the program that you want to remove and click the Change/Remove button. Instructions for removing programs will appear on the screen.

Some programs may not be listed and cannot be removed via this window. In this case, check the documentation that came with the specific program.

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2.8 Managing Files

 Updating Antivirus Software

 Backing Up Files

 Finding Files

 Copying a File on the Hard Drive

 Copying a File to a Floppy Disk

 Moving Files

 Renaming Files

 Deleting Files

 Emptying the Recycle Bin

 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin

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2.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software

There are thousands of known viruses, and more appear all the time. Installing antivirus software is the only way to protect your data, software, and hardware. Regular updates are necessary to ensure protection.

Your computer dealer can advise you regarding purchasing antivirus software.

Before installing any software from unlicensed sources, scan for viruses. Regularly backup your data to safeguard against loss if your notebook is infected.

2.8.2 Backing Up Files

Regularly backing up your files will protect you from losing data from accidental file deletion, viruses or hard drive failure.

Programs can be reinstalled, unless you have backed up your work, you will lose your data files.

The most convenient way to back up your files is to a CD-RW drive. For smaller files, you can use a floppy disk.

2.8.3 Finding Files

Right click on Start > Search.

In the search window, type either All or part of the file name or A word or phrase in the file.

Specify where you want the system to look by specifying a drive or folder in the Look in pull-down menu.

Windows will search the entire hard drive (or drive C partition) if the default setting of C: is unchanged.

Click Search to begin searching.

Files found that match your search criteria are listed in the Search Results window.

2.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive

From the Desktop, select My Computer.

Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select it.

Under File and Folder Tasks > Copy this file.

In the Copy Items window, select the location where you want to copy the file.

Click Copy.

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2.8.5 Copying a File to a Floppy Disk

Insert a floppy disk into the external floppy drive.

From the Desktop, select My Computer.

Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select it.

Under File and Folder Tasks > Copy this file > Copy Items > 3½ Floppy (A:).

Click Copy.

2.8.6 Moving Files

Never move files that are part of an installed program. Doing so may make the program unusable.

From the Desktop, select My Computer.

Locate the file you want to move, and click the file to select it.

Click Move this file.

In the Move Items window, click the location where you want to move the file.

Click Move.

2.8.7 Renaming Files

Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you want to rename, and click the file to select it.

Click the File menu and click Rename.

Never change a file's extension (the last three characters after the period). Doing so may render the file unusable.

Type the new filename and press Enter.

2.8.8 Deleting Files

Never delete files that are part of an installed program. Doing so may render the file unusable.

Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you want to delete, and click the file to select it.

Click the File menu and click Delete.

Click Ye s to send the file to the Recycle Bin.

If you accidentally delete a file, see

2.8.10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin.

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2.8.9 Emptying the Recycle Bin

Files remain in the Recycle Bin and take up space on the hard drive until you empty them from the Recycle Bin.

Files deleted from an external drive or from a network are permanently erased. You cannot recover them from the Recycle Bin.

Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.

The Recycle Bin window appears and lists all deleted files, their previous locations, and the dates you deleted them.

Click the File menu, and click Empty Recycle Bin.

When the confirmation dialog box appears, click Ye s to delete all file(s).

All files disappear from the Recycle Bin and are removed from your notebook.

2.8.10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin

Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin and remain there until you empty the Recycle Bin. If you delete a file in error, you can retrieve it from the Recycle Bin:

Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.

The Recycle Bin window will appear, listing all deleted files, their previous locations, and the dates you deleted them.

Select the file you want to retrieve, click the File menu, and then click Restore.

The file disappears from the Recycle Bin and is moved to its original location.

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2.9 Playing CDs and Movies

 Inserting Discs

 Adjusting the Volume

 Adjusting the Picture

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2.9.1 Inserting Discs

e careful not to press down on the drive tray when opening or closing it. When the

drive is not in use, keep the tray closed.

Do not move the computer when playing CDs or DVDs.

To insert a disc, do the following:

1. Press the eject button on the front of the drive.

2. Pull the tray out.

3. With the label side up, place the disc in the center of the tray.

4. Snap the disc onto the spindle.

5. Gently push the tray back into the drive.

If your notebook has a CD-RW/DVD or DVD, you can watch movies.

For more information on playing CDs or watching movies, click Help on the CD player software or DVD player software.

2.9.2 Adjusting the Volume

f you do not hear anything when playing a CD or DVD, check that the speakers are

not muted.

Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment > Volume Control.

In the Vol u me C on t rol window, click and drag the bar in the Vol ume Con trol column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume.

Audio Volume Down

Audio Volume Up

2.9.3 Adjusting the Picture

If you receive an error message that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties:

Start > Control Panel > Pick a category > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task... > Change the screen resolution.

In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Screen resolution to change the setting to 1024 x 768 pixels.

Click the pull-down menu under Color quality > Medium (16 bit) > OK.

Chapter 3

Operating Your Notebook (Vista)

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3.1 Turning Your Notebook On and Off

 Turning Your Notebook On

 Turning Your Notebook Off

 Logging Off

 Adding User Accounts

 Sleep Mode

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3.1.1 Turning Your Notebook On

You can configure the computer to start from a specific drive, such as a CD-ROM, an external floppy disk, or even an external device. See 8.7 The Boot Menu.

Press the power button to turn on your notebook.

Do not turn off the computer until the operating system has loaded completely. Turning the computer off during its initial startup will result in an error the next time you start your notebook.

3.1.2 Turning Your Notebook Off

Save and close any open files, exit any open programs.

Click Start > X > Shut Down.

Your notebook will automatically turn off after the shutdown process is finished.

Press the power button to shut down or enter sleep mode. Click Start > Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the power button does.

3.1.3 Logging Off

With Microsoft Windows Vista, multiple users have access to a single computer with their own personal settings. Using their own password, each user can log on to the computer which using their own private profile and settings.

To log off:

Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click Start > X > Log Off.

To switch users:

Click Start > X > Switch User.

Fast User Switching does not work if your notebook is running Windows Vista and is a member of a computer domain or if the notebook has less than 128 MB of memory.

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3.1.4 Adding User Accounts

Different account options are available when a computer is running Windows Vista operating system and is connected to a domain.

With Windows Vista installed, the system administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user accounts:

1. Click Start > Control Panel > User Accounts and Family Safety > User Accounts > Manage another account.

2. When prompted, click Continue.

3. Click Create a new account.

4. Enter the name of the new user and choose one of the following options:

• Standard user: User can install some programs and hardware.

• Administrator: User can change all computer settings.

5. Click Create Account.

3.1.5 Sleep Mode

To find out how to conserve power using the Sleep Mode, see 7.1 Power Management.

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3.2 Tips for Using Windows

 Microsoft Windows Vista Help

 Windows Desktop

 Start Button

 Taskbar

 Notification Area (System Tray)

 Recycle Bin

 Control Panel

 Computer

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3.2.1 Microsoft Windows Vista Help

For Microsoft Windows Vista help, go to Start > Help and Support. The Windows Help and Support dialog box opens.

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3.2.2 Windows Desktop

Depending on your notebook setup and software, your desktop may have different or additional shortcuts. See 3.4 Personalizing Your Desktop for more information.

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3.2.3 Start Button

The Start button allows easy access to your notebook's programs.

The Start menu is designed to adapt to show the programs you use most frequently. To always keep an item on the Start menu, no matter how often it's used, right-click the item and click Pin to Start menu.

puts the current session into memory and enters a low-power state ready to be resumed.

locks this computer

X provides options for turning off, restarting, switching users, logging off, and placing your notebook in power saving modes.

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3.2.4 Taskbar

The Start button is on the left and the notification area on the right. Each time you open a program, a button for it appears on the taskbar. To move between programs, simply click the relevant button. Windows Vista groups multiple instances of the same program on a single taskbar button if more space is needed.

Toolbars can be added to or removed from the taskbar:

Right-click an empty spot on the taskbar, and select Toolbars > choose the toolbar you want to add.

3.2.5 Notification Area (System Tray)

The icons in this area allow quick access to programs and computer functions, including the clock and printer status. Windows Vista hides icons that are not frequently used. Click < to see hidden icons.

To prevent Windows Vista from hiding icons:

Right-click an empty spot on the Taskbar > Properties > Notification Area > ensure that Hide inactive icons is not checked.

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3.2.6 Recycle Bin

When you delete a file, it is moved to the Recycle Bin. Files can be restored from the Recycle Bin.

Emptying the Recycle Bin deletes files permanently.

3.2.7 Control Panel

In the Control Panel, you can change how Windows looks and works.

Click the Start button and then Control Panel.

There are two interfaces - you can choose either Control Panel Home or Classic View. You can switch interfaces in the upper left hand of the Control Panel window.

Choose the task description you wish to complete, and then choose the task in the next window.

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3.2.8 Computer

Computer allows you to see the disk drives and other external devices connected to your computer. The Computer icon displays on your Desktop. To see the contents of a drive or folder, open Computer then double-click the icon of the drive or folder you want to view (for example, drive C).

You can also use Windows Explorer to see the contents of your notebook and find

iles. To open Windows Explorer, right-click the Start button and click Explore. Find the drive or folder that you want to view. To find out more about Computer and Windows Explorer, see the Windows Help and Support.

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3.3 Keyboard and Touch Pad

 Numeric Keypad

 Keyboard Shortcuts

 Windows Logo Key Functions

 Sticky Keys

 Touch Pad

 Customizing the Touch Pad

 Finger Printer

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3.3.1 Numeric Keypad

Keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the lower right edge of the keypad keys.

To enable the numeric keypad, press .

The indicator will light when the numeric lock is on.

To disable the numeric keypad, press again.

To use the primary function of a dual-function key when the numeric keypad is enabled,

press and the desired key.

3.3.2 Keyboard Shortcuts

Sleep

Wireless/Bluetooth On/Off

To enable this function, you need to install Wireless Select Switch.

Switches Display Mode (LCD > CRT > TV > LCD + CRT Simultaneous > LCD+TV Simultaneous). Switches the video image to the next display or both displays simultaneously.

Brightness Down

Brightness Up

Mute

Audio Volume Down

Audio Volume Up

Play/Pause

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Stop

Fast Rewind

Fast Forward

Number Lock

Scroll Lock

Caps Lock

3.3.3 Windows Logo Key Functions

Opens Windows Explorer

Opens the Run dialog box

Opens the Search Results dialog box

Opens the Search Results - Computers dialog box (when your notebook is connected to a network)

Opens the System Properties dialog box

To adjust keyboard operation, including character repeat rate, in the Control Panel click Hardware and Sound > Keyboard.

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3.3.4 Sticky Keys

The Sticky Keys function lets you use the SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, FN keys or the Windows logo key (referred to as modifier keys) in conjunction with other keys by pressing one key at a time instead of simultaneously.

To activate Sticky Keys mode, press the Shift key five times and then click YES.

Alternatively, you can click on Start > Control Panel > Ease of Access > Change how your keyboard works and check Turn on Sticky Keys before clicking Save.

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To further customize Sticky Keys, click Set up Sticky Keys in the above dialogue box. The following dialogue box will appear.

Click Turn on Sticky Keys to enable the listed shortcuts to activate Sticky Keys mode.

By checking Lock modifier keys when pressed twice in a row, pressing the SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, FN or the Windows logo key twice will 'lock' the key until it is pressed again. This allows you to perform multiple commands with these keys in succession without having to press the modifier key again each time.

Check Turn off Sticky Keys when two keys are pressed at once to have Sticky Keys automatically disable whenever any two keys are pressed simultaneously.

If Play a sound when keys are pressed is checked, a tone will be heard each time a modifier key is pressed. Different tones are heard when activating and deactivating modifier keys.

Check Display the Sticky Keys icon on the task bar to display the Sticky Keys icon in your toolbar whenever the Sticky Keys mode is activated. The icon will change to indicate which modifier key, if any, is currently active.

Click on Save to confirm your changes, Cancel to exit the dialogue box without making any changes, or Apply to have your settings take effect without saving.

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3.3.5 Touch Pad

The Touch Pad responds to the movements and pressure of your finger, allowing you to move the cursor around the screen, in the same way you would with a mouse.

Place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position.

You can use the Touch Pad by moving either your right or left thumb off the space bar and on to the Touch Pad.

Gently move your thumb across the Touch Pad in the direction you want the cursor to move.

Double-clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs.

You may also select object or execute applications from icons by double tapping. This is similar to double-clicking; instead of pressing the Touch Pad buttons, you tap the Touch Pad itself.

3.3.6 Customizing the Touch Pad

To adjust Touch Pad settings, use the Mouse Properties window, which you can open by clicking Control Panel > Hardware and sound > Mouse.

Select the desired settings and click Apply.

Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

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3.3.7 Finger Printer

The finger printer lets you log on to your computer instead of inputting passwords from the keyboard.

To raise the recognition success rate, the following illustrations show the correct way to swipe your finger over the finger printer.

Align your fingertip with the finger printer as shown in the drawing and swipe.

To reduce the damage to the finger printer and fingerprint recognition problems, follow these guidelines when using the finger printer.

• Do not scratch or poke the finger printer with your nails or any hard or sharp

objects.

• Do not press the finger printer strongly.

• Do not touch the finger printer with a wet finger or any wet objects. Keep finger

printer surface dry and free of water vapor.

• Do not touch the finger printer with a soiled finger. Minute foreign particles on a

soiled or dirty finger may scratch the finger printer.

• Do not paste stickers or write on the finger printer.

• Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any object with built-up static

electricity.

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3.3.7.1 Delete the Finger Printer Data

Saved fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory inside the finger printer. Fingerprint data are recommended to delete before you hand over the computer the others, or dispose of it.

To delete the fingerprint data, do the following:

1. Click Start > All Programs > Protector Suite QL > Control.

2. The Protector Suite Software screen is displayed.

3. Click Fingerprints > Delete.

4. Click Settings > Fingerprint Storage Inspector.

5. The Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen is displayed. If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list. Select all fingerprint data and click remove.

6. Check whether all fingerprint data was deleted on the Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen.

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3.4 Personalizing Your Desktop

 Choosing a Wallpaper

 Choosing a Screen Saver

 Choosing a Desktop Theme

 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop

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3.4.1 Choosing a Wallpaper

To make your notebook reflect your style, you can set background colors, patterns, and the wallpaper on the desktop.

Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Change desktop background.

Choose the picture or color you want for your desktop background.

You can also choose your own images by choosing Browse, and specifying images in a directory.

Under How should the picture be positioned, choose a way for the position of your selected image: Fit to screen (scales the image to fit the screen), Tile, or Center (places one copy of the image in the center of the screen).

To accept the settings, click OK to save your settings and close this window.

3.4.2 Choosing a Screen Saver

Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Change screen saver.

Select a screen saver from the Screen saver pull-down menu, or click (None) if you prefer not to activate a screen saver.

You can customize your screen saver by choosing Settings. To check your selections, choose Preview.

To accept the settings, click OK and close the Screen Saver Settings window.

3.4.3 Choosing a Desktop Theme

Desktop themes change the appearance of your desktop and add sound effects:

Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Change the theme.

Select a theme from the Theme pull-down menu in the Theme Settings Window, and then click OK.

3.4.4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop

A shortcut is an icon that is placed on the desktop let you quickly access programs, files, folders, and drivers. To create a shortcut:

Open Computer or Windows Explorer, and highlight the file or program you want to create a shortcut to.

Click and hold down the right Touch Pad button, drag the highlighted item to the Windows desktop, and then release the right Touch Pad button to display a pop-up menu.

Click Create Shortcuts Here.

An icon appears on your desktop - double-click to activate the shortcut.

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3.5 Display

 Adjusting the Brightness

 Using an External Monitor or Television

 Setting the Display Resolution

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3.5.1 Adjusting the Brightness

To conserve power when running your notebook from the battery, set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the keyboard shortcuts.

Brightness Down

Brightness Up

3.5.2 Using an External Monitor or Television

When you start your notebook with an external display device such as an external monitor or television attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the display or the external device.

Alternatively, you can press to switch the video image to the display only, the display and the external device simultaneously, or the external device only.

3.5.3 Setting the Display Resolution

To view a program at a specific resolution, both the video controller and display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be installed.

Before changing any of the original display settings, note the original settings for future reference.

Click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Adjust screen resolution.

You can try different settings for screen resolution and color quality.

If you choose a resolution or color depth that is higher than the display supports, the settings will automatically adjust to the closest possible setting.

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3.6 Networks

To access a network:

At the office, you can access a network via the built-in PCI-E LAN.

For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN, consult your systems administrator.

If you are working at home or while traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your system administrator for the telephone number of the network.

To set up the connection, go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane of the Network and Sharing Center window.

Choose a connection option and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your network connection.

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3.7 Managing Programs

 Running Programs

 Adding Software

 Removing Software

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3.7.1 Running Programs

Programs are any software that process data - like a word processing program or an email program. They require an operating system - like Windows Vista - to run on.

To run a program, click Start > All Programs.

Click the program you want to run.

On the right side of the title bar in the window of any open program there are three icons:

minimizes the program window. That is, it is removed from the screen, but is still running. It will appear as a button on your bottom taskbar. To restore the program window, simply click the button.

maximizes the window to fill your entire screen. When the window is maximized, the

button switches to , which will reduce the size of the window when clicked.

closes the program or document.

3.7.2 Adding Software

To check what software is already installed on your computer, click Start > All Programs. If a program is listed in the All Programs menu or the Start menu, the software is already installed.

Temporarily disable your notebook's antivirus software before installing software. See the documentation that came with the antivirus software for detailed procedure.

Be sure to enable your antivirus software once you have installed any new software.

Insert the software installation CD into the CD drive and follow the instructions that came with the software to help you respond to the prompts on the screen.

If the software installation CD does not automatically run, click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Run. In the dialogue box, type x:\setup.exe (where x is the letter of your CD drive [usually D or E]). Then click OK and follow the prompts on your screen.

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3.7.3 Removing Software

Once you've begun removing software, do not interrupt the process. To do so may result in data loss and corruption of your operating system.

Start > Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program.

Select the program that you want to remove and click the Uninstall or Change button. Instructions for removing programs will appear on the screen.

Some programs may not be listed and cannot be removed via this window. In this case, check the documentation that came with the specific program.

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3.8 Managing Files

 Updating Antivirus Software

 Backing Up Files

 Finding Files

 Copying a File on the Hard Drive

 Renaming Files

 Deleting Files

 Emptying the Recycle Bin

 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin

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3.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software

There are thousands of known viruses, and more appear all the time. Installing antivirus software is the only way to protect your data, software and hardware. Regular updates are necessary to ensure protection.

Your computer dealer can advise you regarding purchasing antivirus software.

Before installing any software from unlicensed sources, scan for viruses. Regularly backup your data to safeguard against loss if your notebook is infected.

3.8.2 Backing Up Files

Regularly backing up your files will protect you from losing data from accidental file deletion, viruses or hard drive failure.

Programs can be reinstalled, unless you have backed up your work, you will lose your data files.

The most convenient way to back up your files is to a CD-RW drive. For smaller files, you can use a floppy disk.

3.8.3 Finding Files

Right click on Start > Search.

In the search window, type a word or part of a word in the search box.

As you type, files from a variety locations (drives and folders on your computer) that match your text will appear.

You can click one of the available filter buttons to show only certain kinds of files, such as E-mail, Document, Picture, or Music.

3.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive

From the Desktop, select Computer.

Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select it.

Right click the file you want to copy, and then click Copy.

Open the location where you want to store the copy.

Right click within the location, and click Paste.

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3.8.5 Renaming Files

Use Windows Explorer or Computer to locate the file you want to rename, and click the file to select it.

Click the Organize menu and select Rename.

Never change a file's extension (the last three characters after the period). Doing so may render the file unusable.

Type the new filename and press Enter.

3.8.6 Deleting Files

Never delete files that are part of an installed program. Doing so may render the file unusable.

Use Windows Explorer or Computer to locate the file you want to delete, and click the file to select it.

Click the Organize menu and click Delete.

Click Ye s to send the file to the Recycle Bin.

If you accidentally delete a file, see 3.8.8 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin.

3.8.7 Emptying the Recycle Bin

Files remain in the Recycle Bin and take up space on the hard drive until you empty them from the Recycle Bin.

Files deleted from an external drive or from a network are permanently erased. You cannot recover them from the Recycle Bin.

Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.

The Recycle Bin window appears and lists all deleted files, their previous locations, and the dates you deleted them.

Click the File menu, and click Empty Recycle Bin.

When the confirmation dialog box appears, click Ye s to delete all file(s).

All files disappear from the Recycle Bin and are removed from your notebook.

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3.8.8 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin

Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin and remain there until you empty the Recycle Bin. If you delete a file in error, you can retrieve it from the Recycle Bin:

Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.

The Recycle Bin window will appear, listing all deleted files, their previous locations, and the dates you deleted them.

Select the file you want to retrieve, and click Restore this item.

The file disappears from the Recycle Bin and is moved to its original location.

You can also recover all the files from the Recycle Bin by clicking Restore all items.

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3.9 Playing CDs and Movies

 Inserting Discs

 Adjusting the Volume

 Adjusting the Picture

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