Compaq Presario B1000 - Notebook PC User Manual

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Copyright©2003 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan
Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2003/9 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer.
Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission.
Trademarks
Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective companies.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel and Intel Pentium / Pentium 4 are a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology. All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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FCC Information to User
Safety and Care Instructions
No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm.
Radio and television interference
Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with
this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception. If you use other cables, it may cause interference with radio and television reception.
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 not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the device and receiver
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004-000-
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00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402
Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.
Cordless Phone FCC RF Exposure
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
15.247 (b)(4), the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in excess of the Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093)
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
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Shielded Cables Notice
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Peripheral Devices Notice
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
Optical Disk Drive Notice
The optical disk drive is Class One Laser Product.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer.
Use Conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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About Your Notebook Computer
Congratulation for having purchased your new Professional
Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry.
Your new notebook computer not only drives today? multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow?
exciting new software. This Professional Multimedia Notebook is a freedom, flexibility,
and functionality notebook that users are demanding for a long time.
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About Your User Guide
Welcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User
Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your computer.
This manual is divided into seven chapters. Chapter 1 gives introduction on your computer features. Chapter 2 provides step-by-step instructions to help you
begin using your notebook as quickly as possible.
Chapter 3 describes how to operate the standard features of
your computer.
Chapter 4 illustrates how to integrate video and sound
chips into impressive presentation.
Chapter 5 illustrates how to connect external device to your
c omputer.
Chapter 6 explains how to use the System BIOS Setup
program.
Chapter 7 explains how to use the internal module options
of your computer.
Chapter 8 offers instructions on how to care and maintain
your notebook.
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Table of Contents
ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER.............................................................5
ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE...........................................................................................6
1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................13
1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT....................................................................................................14
1.2 UNPACKING THE COMPUTER ......................................................................................16
1.3 THE INSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK..................................................................................17
Power/Wireless LAN/Mail Status Icons.............................................................................19
Status LED Icons....................................................................................................................20
1.4 THE FRONT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK........................................................................22
1.5 THE REAR SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK..........................................................................22
1.6 THE LEFT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK...........................................................................23
1.7 THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK.........................................................................25
1.8 THE UNDERSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK.........................................................................26
1.9 NOTEBOOK ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................28
1.10 NOTEBOOK OPTIONS.....................................................................................................29
2 GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................31
2.1 INSTALLING THE HARD DISK.......................................................................................32
2.2 USING THE BATTERY PACK.........................................................................................33
Extending Battery Life..........................................................................................................36
2.3 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE.....................................................................36
2.4 STARTING Y OUR COMPUTER.......................................................................................37
2.5 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS........................................................................38
2.6 INSTALLING THE NOTEBOOK DEVICE DRIVERS.......................................................39
Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive.............................................................39
Enable DMA channel for best performance......................................................................39
Installing the AGP Driver....................................................................................................40
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Installing the VGA Device Driver.......................................................................................40
Installing the LAN Device Driver........................................................................................41
Installing the Audio Device Driver.....................................................................................41
Installing ENE KBC Driver..................................................................................................42
Installing Easy Mail Light Driver.......................................................................................43
Installing Synaptics - Touch Pad driver............................................................................43
Installing the FIR (Fast IR) Device Driver........................................................................43
Installing the IDE Device Driver.........................................................................................44
Installing the Card Reader Device Driver........................................................................45
Installing the Wireless LAN Device Driver........................................................................45
Installing the Wireless LAN Device Utility........................................................................46
Installing the Modem Device Driver..................................................................................47
Installing Power management Utility................................................................................47
2.7 TURNING OFF Y OUR COMPUTER................................................................................. 48
3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK.................................................................................................51
3.1 STARTING Y OUR OPERATING SYSTEM ..................................................................... 52
3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS......................................................52
Basic Keyboard Functions...................................................................................................55
Cursor Control Keys.............................................................................................................56
Screen Control Keys..............................................................................................................58
Windows Hot Keys.................................................................................................................58
Special Function Keys..........................................................................................................59
3.3 USING THE G LIDE PAD POINTING DEVICE ................................................................ 60
3.4 CONFIGURING Y OUR SCREEN DISPLAY...................................................................... 62
Possible Display Configurations........................................................................................63
Changing the Display Properties under Windows.........................................................................63
3.5 KNOWING THE POWER SAVING FEATURES..............................................................64
3.6 WORKING WITH THE BUILT-IN HDD........................................................................65
3.7 HOW TO ACCESS THE OPTICAL DISK DRIVE............................................................66
3.8 USING PCMCIA CARDS.................................................................................................68
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What is PCMCIA?..................................................................................................................68
What is CardBus?..................................................................................................................70
Inserting and Removing a PCMCIA Card ........................................................................70
Making PC Cards Work.......................................................................................................72
Hot Swapping PC Cards......................................................................................................73
3.9 USING FLASH MEMORY CARDS....................................................................................73
What is Flash Memory Card?..............................................................................................73
4 FUN WITH MULTIMEDIA...............................................................................................77
4.1 NOTEBOOK MULTIMEDIA FEATURES........................................................................78
4.2 AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM FEATURES............................................................................78
4.3 SETTING UP THE AUDIO DRIVER PROPERTIES........................................................79
4.4 WINDOWS MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMS.........................................................................79
4.5 RECORDING SOUNDS......................................................................................................80
Using an External Microphone..........................................................................................83
Using the Built-in Optical Disk Drive...............................................................................83
4.6 PLAYING AUDIO AND SOUND......................................................................................84
Using the Windows Media Player......................................................................................85
4.7 PLAYING V IDEO AND MPEG FILES..............................................................................85
4.8 USING DVD ......................................................................................................................86
5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS ..................................................................................89
5.1 USING A SERIAL PORT ...................................................................................................90
5.2 USING THE USB PORT ...................................................................................................91
5.3 U SING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT ................................................................................91
5.4 USING THE IR PORT .......................................................................................................93
5.5 USING THE TV PORT ......................................................................................................94
5.6 USING THE IEEE 1394 PORT ..........................................................................................95
5.7 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM.....................................................................96
5.8 USING THE LAN PORT...................................................................................................96
5.9 USING THE WIRELESS LAN (BTO)..............................................................................97
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5.10 USING THE MODEM PORT............................................................................................98
6 CUSTOMIZING YOUR NOT EBOOK.....................................................................................101
6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM....................................................................102
6.2 USING THE MAIN MENU SETUP...............................................................................104
6.2.1 Internal HDD Sub-Menu .................................................................................. 106
6.3 USING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP ....................................................................107
6.3.1 I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu....................................................................109
6.4 SECURITY MENU SETUP ............................................................................................ 110
6.5 USING THE BOOT SETUP ............................................................................................ 112
6.6 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM......................................................................113
6.7 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS...................................................................................114
7 SYSTEM UPGRADE...........................................................................................................117
SYSTEM UPGRADE........................................................ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
Memory Upgrade Procedures...........................................................................................118
Installing Memory Module................................................................................................119
Upgrade Hard Disk ............................................................................................................120
8 CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK................................................................................123
8.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................124
8.2 CLEANING Y OUR COMPUTER....................................................................................126
8.3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY..........................................................................127
8.4 MAINTAINING Y OUR HARD DISK ............................................................................. 127
8.5 BATTERY CARE G UIDELINES.................................................................................... 128
8.6 WHEN Y OU TRAVEL....................................................................................................129
APPENDIX A SYSTEM INFORMATION.........................................................................131
SYSTEM SPECIFICATION.......................................................................................................132
Processor Unit.....................................................................................................................132
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System Memory.....................................................................................................................132
LCD Display.........................................................................................................................132
VGA System...........................................................................................................................132
Disk Drives............................................................................................................................133
Audio System........................................................................................................................133
PCMCIA................................................................................................................................134
Glide Pad..............................................................................................................................134
Keyboard...............................................................................................................................134
Flash BIOS............................................................................................................................134
I/O Ports................................................................................................................................134
Infrared Port.........................................................................................................................135
AC/DC Power Supply Adapter..........................................................................................135
Battery...................................................................................................................................135
Weight and Dimension........................................................................................................135
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1 Introduction
Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible
portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural entertainment companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, entertainment, and professional applications. It is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.
Your Notebook PC makes an ideal choice for use in the office, the schoolroom, at home, on the road and all other occasions.
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1.1 Feature Highlight
Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer.
Processing Unit
Your notebook runs on Intel Pentium 4/Intel Mobile Pentium 4
microprocessor. The Intel Pentium 4/Intel Mobile Pentium 4 are integrated with 512 KB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed.
Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating
systems such as Windows XP.
Wireless LAN
Built-in Mini PCI Wireless LAN module (BTO)
Memory
This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDR SDRAM 200-pin SODIMM modules up to 2048MB using 128MB, 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB DDR 333/400 SDRAM modules.
PCMCIA
Provides one PCMCIA slot that allows you to insert one Type II card.
IEEE 1394
Provides one IEEE 1394 port for fast data transmission by external hard disk or digital video (DV)
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USB 2.0
Provides two USB 2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission
AGP Local Bus Architecture
Provides blazing graphics controller with nVidia chipset. AGP video local bus and 3D Graphic Engine with maximum 64/128MB video memory
PCI Local Bus Architecture
32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and
hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA100 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme.
32-bit PCMCIA CardBus PCI technology that is also backward compatible
with 16-bit PC cards.
Audio System
Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster and Sound Blaster Pro compatible.
Flash BIOS
Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix Flash utility program.
Power and System Management
Integrated SMM (System Management Mode) on system chipset that shuts
down components not in use to reduce power consumption. To execute power management, you can set up the parameter in Power Options properties by pointing your mouse to Control Panel of Windows.
Suspend hot-key allows you to suspend the system operation instantly and
resume at the press of the power button.
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System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP
Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer.
1.2 Unpacking the Computer
Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the shipping carton should also contain the following items:
þ The Notebook Computer þ An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord þ Li-Ion Battery Pack þ Utility /CD þ Hardcopy User Guide/E-book þ Quick Setup Manual
Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the computer or if you plan to store the computer away sometime in the future.
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1.3 The Inside of the Notebook
The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features.
1. Color LCD Display 2. Power On/Resume Button
3. 8. Built-in Stereo Speakers 4. Status LED Indicator
5. Power/Wireless LAN/Mail Status LED
6. Keyboard 7. Touchpad Pointing Device
Color LCD Display
The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD can be 15.0" TFT color LCD with 1024x768 XGA (Extended Graphics Array) resolution panels. The features of the Color LCD Display are summarized as follows:
ß TFT color LVDS with 15" 1024x768 XGA resolution panels.
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ß LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of
the LCD.
ß Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop
computer monitor.
Power On/Resume Button
Switches the computer power on and off, or resumes whenever it is in Suspend mode.
Built-in Stereo Speakers
Integrated left and right mini stereo speakers for sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.
Status LED Indicator
Keeps you informed of your notebook computer’s current operating status. Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this section.
Power/Wireless/Mail Status LED
Keeps you informed of your notebook computer’s current power status, Wireless LAN and mail status. Descriptions of the status icons appear in the latter part of this section.
Keyboard
ß Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 88keys keyboard with
Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 10 hot keys, inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control keys.
ß Wide extra space below the keyboard panel for your wrist or palm to
sit-on comfortably during typing.
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Touchpad Pointing Device
Microsoft PS/2 mouse compatible with three select buttons as one Scroll button and two Touchpad click buttons. These three buttons array below the Glide pad. The middle one is located with the Scroll button that lets you execute the scroll page function. The two click buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard computer mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the Glide Pad to control the position of the cursor. Use the selection buttons below the Glide Pad to select menu items.
POWER/WIRELESS LAN/MAIL STATUS ICONS
1. Power Indicator 2. Battery Charging LED
3. Mail LED 4. Wireless LAN Access
Power Indicator
Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed.
ß Lights green when the system is powered on using the AC adapter or
battery.
ß Lights green blinking when in Suspend to RAM. ß Lights orange when the battery power is low.
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Battery Charging LED
Lights to indicate battery in charging status.
ß Lights blue to indicate that the battery is in charging. ß Lights off to indicate the battery is fully charged or no battery installed.
Mail LED
Lights blinking blue to indicate that a new mail is arrived.
Wireless LAN access
Lights in blue indicate that the wireless LAN module is installed. When lights blinking blue indicate that the system is accessing or retrieving data by wireless device.
The notebook computer uses status lights marked with icons to communicate system status. See the following figure and list for each icon’s meaning.
STATUS LED ICONS
The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the system status.
1. Caps Lock 2. Scroll Lock
3. Num Lock 4. Drive Access
5. 4 in 1 flash Access
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Status LED Icons
Caps Lock
When LED in blue light indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase or capital letters.
Scroll Lock
When LED in blue indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is activated. The Scroll Lock key has different functions depending on the software you are using.
Num Lock
When LED in blue light indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, the embedded numeric keypad will be enabled.
Drive Access
When LED in blue light indicates that the system is accessing either the Hard Disk or optical disk drive.
When LED in blue light indicates that one of the flash card (SD, MMC, Memory Stick, or Smart Media card) is inserted into this slot and recognized by this NB.
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1.4 The Front Side of the Notebook
1. Cover Switch 2. Battery
Cover Switch
The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer.
Battery
The battery provides the power for the N/B when there is no AC power available. Please refer to chapter 2.2 for how to attach and detach the battery.
1.5 The Rear Side of the Notebook
The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices (like a printer). Each port is described as followings.
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1. Air-Outlet Vent 2. Air Inhalant 3. TV Port
4. Monitor Port 5. COM Port 6. DC Power Port
Air-Outlet Vent
Emits the heat out of your computer and keeps it within operating temperature.
Air Inhalant
Inhale the air into your computer to keep it within operating temperature.
TV Port
Lets you connect to a S-Video TV connector for presentation or VCD, DVD watching.
Monitor Port
Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display. You can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or switch it to monitor only using the display hot-key.
COM Port
Lets you connect a 9-pin external serial device such as a PDA, GPS or other serial devices.
DC Power Port
Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your notebook and recharging the battery.
1.6 The Left Side of the Notebook
The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure.
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1. LAN port 2. 4 in 1 card slot
3. IEEE 1394 4. Stereo line in jack
5. Microphone jack 6. Headphone jack
7. USB port 8. PC Card slot
9. IR port
Left Side Features
LAN Port
An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN).
4 in 1 card slot
The card slot supports MMC, SD, SmartMedia and Memory Stick flash memory card format. You can use either of the 4 types flash memory card for extra storage media. Please pay attention to position the direction when you insert the flash memory card. For details of flash card, please refer to Chapter 3.9.
IEEE 1394
IEEE 1394 port is a high speed I/O port that can transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as external hard disk, Digital Video Camera.
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Stereo Line-In Jack
Lets you connect an external audio device such as CD player, a tape deck, or a synthesizer as an input source. Use a cable to connect to the Line-Out port on the other audio system to record or play on this N/B.
Microphone Jack
Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer.
Headphone Jack
Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening.
USB Port
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect up to 127 USB­equipped peripheral devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer.
PC Card Slot
ß Lets you connect various PC cards such as memory card. ß Supports both 3V, 5V 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC cards.
IR Port
Wireless data/files transferring between your notebook computer and an IR­equipped device or notebook computer. You can also print to an IR­equipped printer without using cables.
1.7 The Right Side of the Notebook
The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the following figure.
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1. Optical Disk Drive 2. Air Inhalant 3. Modem Port
Right Side Features
Optical Disk Drive
Allows you to load and start programs from a compact disc (CD) or a digital video disc (DVD) and play conventional audio CDs. It also can make CD by using CD-R or CD-RW.
Air Inhalant
Inhale the air into your computer to keep it within operating temperature.
Modem Port
A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed. It keeps you connected to the outside world through networks.
1.8 The Underside of the Notebook
The bottom of the notebook computer offers the following features.
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1. Air Inhalant 2. Battery Lock Latch
3. Battery Release Latch 4. Memory Compartment
5. Wireless LAN/Modem Module Compartment
6. Battery Bay
Bottom of the System
Air Inhalant
Inhale the air into your computer to keep it within operating temperature.
Battery Lock Latch
Push the latch to the bottom to lock the battery bay. This action only available when the battery release latch has located to the right side.
Battery Release Latch
Push the latch to the left end to remove the battery pack.
Memory Compartment
Remove the screw to find two DIMM slots. One slot is empty for upgrade usage.
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Wireless LAN/Modem Module Compartment
This compartment is for installing Wireless LAN/Modem combo module to enable the Wireless LAN/Modem function. It is BTO option and can be installed only by certified dealer.
Battery Bay
Equipped with a choice of Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.
1.9 Notebook Accessories
AC Adapter
The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an auto­switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. You just change the power cord if you are going to use your notebook in other countries with different connector outlets.
When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the notebook computer is powered on.
Battery Pack
Aside from the AC adapter, your computer can also be powered through the internal battery pack. The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power management enabled. You should always leave the battery inside your computer even when using the AC adapter as it also acts as a back-up power supply in case power from the AC adapter is cut off. It is also very important to have the battery pack always charged to prevent battery cell degradation.
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1.10 Notebook Options
DVD+RW Device Pack
This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD+R or DVD+RW media for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title.
CD-RW/DVD Combo Device Pack
This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title.
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2 Getting Started
Your Notebook is designed and pre-configured for
easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook.
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2.1 Installing the Hard Disk
For safety and delivery purpose, the HDD might be separately packed from the notebook. If it had installed by the dealer, please skip this section and refer the next section continuously. If the HDD is packed individually, you should install it with following procedures before using the notebook.
To install the HDD:
1. Remove the HDD's protecting package.
2. Insert the HDD with its connector toward the socket inside the battery bay.
3. Push the HDD firmly and slowly.
4. Place the locking bar and push it right side to lock the HDD firmly.
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2.2 Using the Battery Pack
The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources:
With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet.
With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.
You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable.
Before you use your notebook computer, install and recharge the battery pack first. The rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack allows you to operate the notebook without an external power source. When you connect the AC power adapter, the battery immediately starts to recharge. Normal battery charging time is 2~2.5 hours for Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack when your computer is turned off.
For maximum battery performance, fully discharge the battery first before recharging it when you start to use it first time. To do so, unplug the AC adapter, turn off power management features (through Setup and Windows), and turn on the system. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in the AC adapter and recharge the battery. You can also do it by using the Battery Refresh function in BIOS setup manual that is described on chapter 6.6
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If you do not discharge the battery completely, it fails to accept a full recharge.
+ Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter,
or it may cause fire or explosion.
Installing the Battery Pack
This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. To install the battery, first orient the extended nose directed toward the compartment, then following the sequence as shown in the figure below.
Removing the Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack, slide the related latch and then take out the battery pack with your finger as the sequence shown in the figure below.
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Replacing the Battery Pack
When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the PCMCIA slots, the hard drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect. You should always respond to the battery low indication by connecting to AC power or turning off your notebook, or suspending your notebook to disk. If you do not do so, the notebook will automatically suspend to disk and turn off. The contents of the memory will store in the hard disk drive. You will be unable to restart the notebook until you have connected to the AC adapter or installed a charged battery. To replace the battery pack, refer to the previous sections on "Installing the Battery Pack" and "Removing the Battery Pack."
+ Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or
connecting the AC adapter. Failure to do so can result in data loss.
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EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE
It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the system main battery while you are on the road. You should find a working place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen brightness. Also, you can choose the available mode on the Power Management item of the Control Panel in Windows.
2.3 Connecting the AC Power Source
The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto-switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.
To connect the power adapter:
1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.
2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet.
3. Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the back
of the computer.
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+ Whenever possible, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter
connected to the notebook and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power breakdown.
+ Ÿ For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has
to be used. Ÿ Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. Ÿ Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).
2.4 Starting Your Computer
The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. Press the Power/Resume button to start your computer and check that if the Power LED turns on.
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After a few seconds, the computer’s display will turn on and your computer will begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system components are running properly. Any error found during the test will be displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well.
After the test, the screen will also display a message "press <F2> to enter SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.
After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive. The notebook computer normally comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your dealer for assistance.
2.5 Adjusting the Display Controls
The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by <Fn> +<F8> and <Fn> + <F9> keys respectively. You need to press these hot-key controls after powering
on your notebook to suit your viewing pleasure. The Brightness hot-key control adjusts the brightness on the LCD. The
brightness hot-key control will not set the LCD completely dark or bright; it provides sufficient lighting to the LCD to match the external lighting of the surrounding. The brighter the room, the more you need to increase the brightness of the LCD.
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2.6 Installing the Notebook Device Drivers
If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer, it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of your computer. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not, follow the procedures below:
INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE
To install Windows XP directly from your optical disk drive, please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "CD-ROM Drive", then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows XP installation CD into optical disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation.
ENABLE DMA CHANNEL FOR BEST PE RFORMANCE
This Notebook supports DMA function for fastest data bus transmission. The Windows system does not enable this function after you had installed the Windows system. You must enable this function manually to make this notebook running smoothly, especially in music listening and DVD, VCD playback.
Enable DMA for Windows XP
1. Please click the following buttons with the procedure Start --> Setting-->
Control Panel --> System --> Hardware --> Device Manager.
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2. Select and double click IDE ATA/ATAPI Controller, you will find
Primary IDE Channel and Secondary IDE channel. Please click double Primary IDE Channel first.
3. Click Advanced setting Tab. Please change the selection of Transfer Mode
to DMA if available on both Device 0 and Device 1.
4. Click OK to return the previous level, please change the setting of Secondary
IDE Channel as above.
5. Restart your notebook to let the setting take effect.
INSTALLING THE AGP DRIVER
For the best and fast performance of video AGP, please install the driver of the AGP. Follow the procedures indicated below to install the AGP driver.
Installing AGP driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\AGP\Setup.exe".
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5. Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER
Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your computer:
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Installing VGA device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\VGA\Setup.exe".
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5. Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver:
Installing LAN driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2. Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\LAN\Setup.exe"
3. Execute the setup program and then the Welcome dialog box appears.
4. Click Next button to start installing.
5. Click Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE AUDIO DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the Realtek Audio controller.
Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP
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1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Audio\Setup.exe"
where the audio driver is located.
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog box
appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays this
command.
5. Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING ENE KBC DRIVER
Following is the procedure for installing the ENE KBC Driver.
Installing ENE KBC driver for Windows XP
1. Boot Windows from your hard disk and insert the disc containing the ENE
KBC driver for Windows.
2. Click the Start button and then click Run. In the Run dialog box, click
Browse button and navigate to the directory as "E:\Drivers\WinXP\ENE KBC\Setup.exe"
where the ENE KBC driver is located.
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5. Press Finish to restart your system.
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INSTALLING EASY MAIL LIGHT DRIVER
Installing Easy Mail Light for Outlook 98/2000/2002 driver on Windows XP
1. Boot Windows from your hard disk and insert the disc containing the Ez
Mail Light driver.
2. Click the Start button, then click Run. In the Run dialog box, click Browse
button and navigate to the directory as "E:\Drivers\WinXP\EzMail\EzMail.exe".
3. Run the execution file for installing the EZ Mail Light driver, and then click
Finish after completes the installing procedure.
INSTALLING SYNAPTICS - TOUCH PAD DRIVER
Installing Synaptics - Touch Pad driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2. Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Touch Pad\Setup.exe"
3. Execute the setup program and then select the Welcome dialog box
appears.
4. Click Next button several times.
5. Click Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE FIR (FAST IR) DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the Fast IR controller.
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Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\FIR\Setup.exe".
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5. Press Finish to complete the installation.
INSTALLING THE IDE DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the advanced IDE controller. Installing the driver will enhance the stability and performance.
Installing IDE device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\IDE\Setup.exe".
3. Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4. Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5. Press Finish to restart your system.
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INSTALLING THE CARD READER DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the advanced card reader controller. Installing the driver will enhance the stability and performance
Installing Card Reader device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Card Reader\Setup.exe" where the Card Reader driver is located, then click Open to return Run dialog box.
3. Click OK to confirm this driver.
4. Click Next. when the Welcome dialog box appears.
5. Click Next to complete installation driver.
6. Click Next when the information dialog box appears.
7. Click Next to confirm the destination Directory.
8. Click Next to start copying files.
9. Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Wireless LAN driver:
Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP
1. Boot Windows from your hard disk and insert the disc containing the
WLAN driver for Windows.
2. Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
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3. Double-click on the System icon, change to Hardware tag then click on the
Device Manager folder tab. You will find the Other devices.
4. Double-click Network Controller to show the Network Controller
Properties box, then click the Reinstall Driver.
5. Tick Install from a list of specific location (Advanced) and then click
Next.
6. Choose "Search for the best driver in these locations” and “Include this
location in the search". Then, click Browse button and point to the Wireless LAN driver location as "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless LAN\Driver", then click OK to confirm this driver..
7. Click Next to search and install the driver.
8. Click Finish button to finalize the Wireless LAN driver installation.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE UTILITY
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Wireless LAN device utility:
Installing Wireless LAN device utility for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button and then click Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click Browse button and specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\WLAN\WLAN Utility\Setup.exe",
where the WLAN driver is located, then click Open to return Run dialog box.
3. Click OK to confirm this driver.
4. Click Next. when the Welcome dialog box appears.
5. Click Yes for the license agreement and to install this driver.
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6. Press Finish to finalize the Wireless LAN Utility installation.
INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Modem driver:
Installing Modem driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click Browse button and navigate to the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\MDC modem\setup.exe"
3. Click “OK” to implement the setup program to install this driver.
4. Click “OK” to install the modem driver.
INSTALLING POWER MANAGEMENT UTILITY
Installing Power Management Utility for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run Dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as:
“E:\Drivers\WinXP\PM Utility\Setup.exe”, where the Power Management utility is located, then click Open to return Run dialog box.
3. Click OK to confirm this driver.
4. Click Yes to start the installation.
5. Click Next when the Welcome dialog box appears.
6. Press Next for making sure the destination directory.
7. Click Next to confirm the folder name which will add program icons to the
following Start Menu group.
8. Click Install for installation.
9. Press Finish to restart your system.
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2.7 Turning off Your Computer
If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system.
After turning off the computer, make it a habit to leave the LVDS panel open for a while whenever used for an extended period of time. This allows the inside parts of the computer to cool off. Closing the panel will force the heat up against the LCD screen, which may degrade the LCD when done regularly. More importantly, never close the LVDS panel for a long period of time when computer is on and power saving features are disabled.
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3 Using Your Notebook
This chapter describes how to operate the standard built-
in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer. It is very important to familiarize yourself well with the operating system. The succeeding chapters not only guide you to go beyond the basics, but also try other exciting features.
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3.1 Starting Your Operating System
The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows. You should have installed one operating system by your dealer unless you are an expert computer user and would need a more powerful operating system. If you have an operating system already installed in your computer, then you would be up and running after you power on your computer and boot up the system. Check your operating system manual on how to run it.
3.2 Understanding the Keyboard Functions
Your notebook computer is equipped with an 88 keys keyboard that provides all the functionality of a full-sized 101 or 102-key IBM keyboard. Aside from the standard typewriter-layout keyboard of your computer, there are a number of extra features and function controls on the built-in keyboard including Windows system hot keys.
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1. Function Keys 2. Control Keys
3. Windows Start Menu Key 4. Control Keys
5. Windows Shortcut Key 6. Cursor Control Keys
Keyboard
Key features and operations are described below:
Function Keys
Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
Control keysCtrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction
with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press Ctrl-C" means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C. Key combinations work especially to the application you are running.
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Windows keys
Use the following two keys to facilitate your work:
ß Start Menu key
Displays the Start menu.
ß Shortcut/Application key
Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button.
Cursor Control keys
Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text typed is inserted.
Typewriter keys
Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when combined with control keys.
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BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS
Keypad Function Description
Enter
<Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many text editing application programs, the <Enter> key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary typewriter does.
Esc
<Esc> key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a command or function.
SysRq
PrtScr
<PrtSc> key. Known as the Print Screen key. Press this key to map the whole screen to share memory for your specific usage.
Fn
+
SysRq
PrtScr
<Fn>+<SysRq> key. Used for multitasking operating system.
Break
Pause
<Pause> key. Press this key to temporarily halt execution of a command. Pressing any other key to resume execution of a command.
Fn
+
Break
Pause
<Fn>+<Break> key. Press this key to temporarily halt execution of a command. Pressing any other key to resume execution of a command.
Ins
<Ins> key. Known as the Insert key. Press this key to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type over mode.
Del
<Del> key. Known as the Delete key. Press this key to delete the character to the right of the cursor, or delete marked texts or items.
Backspace
<Backspace> key. Press this key to delete the character to the left of the cursor.
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Keypad Function Description
Shift
<Shift> key. Press this key in combination with alphabet letters to produce uppercase letters in typing. Use this key in combination with those two-character keys (found on the second row of the keyboard) to produce the upper marked keys. Also used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command.
Tab
<Tab> key. Press this key to move the cursor to the next tab stop on the right. This key works much the same as in ordinary typewriter.
Ctrl
<Ctrl> key. Known as the Control key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command.
Alt
<Alt> key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command.
Num
LocK
<Num Lock> key. Activates the embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are color coded blue.
Caps Lock
<Caps Lock> key. Used in most application program to always activate uppercase alphabet characters.
ScrLocK
<Scroll Lock> key. Used in most application program to scroll the screen without having to move the cursor.
CURSOR CONTROL KEYS
Keypad Function Description
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Keypad Function Description
Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a
time.
Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time.
Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time.
Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time.
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SCREEN CONTROL KEYS
Keypad Function Description
Home
<Home> key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line.
PgUp
<PgUp> key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time
PgDn
<PgDn> key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time
End
<End> key. Moves the cursor to the end of a screen or line.
WINDOWS HOT KEYS
Keypad Function Description
<Start> key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu.
<Right Click> key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system.
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SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS
The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions. When pressed in conjunction with the <Fn> key, these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys".
Keypad Function Description
Fn
+
F2
Enable or Disables the built-in wireless LAN.
Fn
+
F3
Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously.
Fn
+
F4
Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally.
Fn
+
F5
Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally.
Fn
+
F6
Enable or Disables the built-in system speaker.
Fn
+
F7
Activate or deactivate the sleep mode.
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Keypad Function Description
Fn
+
F8
Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally.
Fn
+
F9
Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally.
Fn
+
Activate the Internet connection.
Fn
+
Activate the Mail connection.
3.3 Using the Glide Pad Pointing Device
Your computer comes with a built-in Glide Pad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface.
The Glide Pad offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button orientation.
The Glide Pad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver
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that is compatible with the Glide Pad device and is normally used under Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added features of the Glide Pad, you may want to try installing its own device driver that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device.
1. Left Selection Button 2. Scroll Button
3. Right Selection Button 4. Glide Pad
Glide Pad Features
Here how to use the Glide Pad pointing device:
1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen.
To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.
2. To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button control or by
simply tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works best. To
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execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the surface.
3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or
selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a double-clic k, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the finger remains on the pad.
4. To scroll up or down the screen, just slide up or down the scroll button to
move the screen up or down.
+ Avoid spilling any liquid on the Glide pad surface and always keep the
Glide pad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built-up. Also do not expose Glide pad to any magnetic source object.
3.4 Configuring Your Screen Display
The VGA display function of your notebook is based on a high performance AGP local bus controller and is fully IBM VGA compatible. This controller offers a large set of extended functions and higher resolutions especially useful when you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT or LCD.
Please Refer to Section 6 " Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel. This notebook computer model provides 1024x768 panels. You would also probably want to set the amount of color output to display sharper images and photos.
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POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS
The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT):
Display Possible Resolution Maximum Colors 1024x768
XGA LCD
640x480 800x600 1024x768
16 million colors 16 million colors 16 million colors
CRT Only 640x480
800x600 1024x768 1152x768 1280x1024 1400x1050
16 million colors 16 million colors 16 million colors 16 million colors 16 million colors 16 million colors
+ 65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16
million or 16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color.
+ You can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch the display between
LCD only, CRT only, or both LCD and CRT display.
CHANGING THE DISPLAY P ROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS
To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make sure to follow the configuration table above.
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+ If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display
driver first as mentioned on Section 6 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows AGP VGA driver.
3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features
One of the great features in your notebook computer aside from its superior performance is the ability to save energy power. Your computer is designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use. This does not affect the performance of your system as it monitors the activity of your computer and resumes power and operating speed when activity is detected. This feature not only gives you longer battery hours but cooler systems and components as well. For more information on how to control the power management features of your computer, refer to Power Management function in Control Panel of Windows.
The definitions of power management mode are depicted as follows:
Full-On Mode
No device in the system is executed in power management, the system can respond to all applications at maximum performance.
Suspend to RAM mode
All devices are powered off except the other supporting components and system memory where your working files are stored. You can activate this either pressing the power button or setting the Suspend timer on the Power Management
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function of the Control Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state, press the power button.
Suspend to Disk mode
When this mode is activated, the context of the entire system is saved to disk and all components and devices are powered off, while all clocks are also stopped (except Real Time Clock or RTC). You can activate this by setting the Hibernate (Windows XP) mode on the Power Management function of the Control Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state, you can press the power button.
Mechanical off Mode
All power, except the RTC (real time clock), has been turned off from the system. This includes external AC power source and battery power source.
3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD
Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system and all application software programs. You need to format the hard disk before using. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting. Sometimes divided into two partitions, adding a Drive D. Since your computer supports different hard disk capacities (to 40 GB or above), you also need to setup the disk type first on your computer’s BIOS SETUP program before formatting the disk drive. Your computer supports Auto-detect hard disk type, so you do not need to set it manually. Your dealer should already have done all of this for you. You can refer to Chapter 6 on how to run the BIOS SETUP program.
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You can increase the system’s storage capacity by replacing the standard hard disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity.
+ If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact your local dealer for more
information about this dealer-installable device.
+ Always turn off your computer first before removing the hard disk drive.
Failure to do so will damage the computer and the hard disk. Avoid jarring or moving the computer while the hard disk is still being accessed.
3.7 How to Access the Optical Disk Drive
Your system ships with either a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or CD-RW/DVD combo drive installed on the right side of your computer. You would normally use the drive for installing operating system and software application programs.
To insert and remove a disc on the drive:
1. Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the eject button found on the
door cover of the optical disk drive. The CD tray mechanism will pop-out slightly and slowly pull out the whole length of the tray.
2. Place the disc on top of the CD tray with the label side facing up. Gently
press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc.
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3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from
the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock.
+ If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs,
the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the drive.
4. To close the optical disk drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The optical
disk drive LED will activate when the disc is detected. Wait until the LED has turned off and then start to read the disc.
How to care the CD
When you handle CDs, pay attention to the following guidelines:
Always pick up the CD by its edges.
Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the CD.
Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either side of
the CD.
Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures.
Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft cloth.
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+ The optical disk drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.
3.8 Using PCMCIA Cards
WHAT IS PCMCIA?
PCMCIA or Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is a non-profit trade association that defines the industry standard for the PC Card technology. The goal of PCMCIA is to ensure that any PC Card can work in any mobile computer built with a PCMCIA slot.
To allow manufacturers to add functions and technologies in the PC Card form factor, PCMCIA has defined two PC Card types:
Type Thickness Sample Devices
Type II 5.0 mm Fax/Modem & Network Cards Type III 10.5 mm Hard Disks (ATA Cards)
Type II Cards
Type II card has a thickness of 5.0 millimeters (mm). Type II cards are often storage or communications devices such as Flash Memory, LAN, and Small Computer System Interface (SCSI). Typical Type II cards include input/output (I/O) features such as modems and LANs. The features for Type II Cards include following characters:
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Type II Extended Cards
Many PC cards are Type II extended cards. The extended card has an additional physical component that protrudes beyond the traditional card size. The extension can be as large as 40 mm deep by 9.65 mm high. This extension provides room for additional electronics as well as a location for external connectors. The wireless LAN card and GPRS card are examples. The extended part is for additional electronics and antenna.
Communication Cards
Both network PC cards and fax/modem cards can use with your notebook computer. However, if you use built-in LAN/Modem options of this computer, it is not necessary to use those cards. If you start the LAN/Modem application without inserting the fax/modem card or had the built-in LAN/Modem options installed, the application typically does not find the card.
Storage Cards
When you insert a storage PC card, PC card Adapter for other memory card (i.e. Compact Flash card, Smart Media card...) or small hard drive card in the notebook computer, it appears as a unique drive depending on the type of card you are using.
The following table provides sample drive designations.
Sample Drive Designations
Drive letter Location/Device
C: Internal hard disk D: Internal hard disk, 2nd partition E: optical disk drive F: Slot 0, high-speed memory card
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WHAT IS CARDBUS?
CardBus is the high-performance 32-bit PCI bus master interface from PCMCIA. It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3.3V. Your notebook computer incorporates the CardBus inside the PC card slot. Aside from 3.3V CardBus PC cards, you can also insert 5V 16-bit PC cards that can also be detected and used by your computer.
INSERTING AND REMOVING A PCMCIA CARD
Your computer includes hot swapping capability, that allows you to exchange cards while the computer is turn on and start using it immediately.
Inserting PC Cards
To insert a PC card into the PCMCIA slot:
1. Locate the PC card slot cover on the left side of the computer.
2. Insert the side of PC card with the 68-pin socket into the PC slot. The face
label of the card should also be facing up.
3. When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but
slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer. The PC card will be detected and once the needed driver is installed, it will generate a beep sound to indicate that the card is detected.
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Removing PC Cards
To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot, you should first disable the PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings:
1. Double click the PC card icon on the right bottom side of the task bar.
2. Select the socket from the list that you want to remove, and click Stop
button. The system then disables the function of PCMCIA card.
3. Then you can remove the inserted PC card, push the button found on the
right side of the PC slot to release the eject button. Then push it again to release the PC card.
4. When the PC card has moved out a space out of the slot, hold the edges of
the card and slowly slide it out.
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MAKING PC CARDS WORK
Since PC cards come in different types and brands, making every card work on your computer may not that be easy. PC cards like network, SCSI or multifunction cards (MFC) need additional driver installation and configuration in making the card work. This additional driver may already be built-in under Windows that Windows will try to detect and prompts you if you want to install the driver. If the driver is not included under Windows, you will need to insert the driver CD provided by the PC card manufacturer into the optical disk drive and install to Windows system. You need to read the manual guide of the PC card on how to configure and operate the card.
+ Some PC cards require additional system resources. Before inserting a
PC card you may have to disable either the USB port, or the 56K internal modem. Check the Windows device manager to ensure that there are no conflicts of resource amount those devices.
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HOT SWAPPING PC CARDS
Just like floppy disk drive, your PCMCIA slots allow you to replace one PC card with another even while your computer is on. However, you need to remember the rule that if the PC card is in use, you must not remove it.
+ PC cards draw power even when not in use. To save energy, press the
button to disconnect the card when it is not in use.
3.9 Using Flash Memory Cards
WHAT IS FLASH MEMORY CARD?
Flash Memory is a memory storage media. It is used by most digital camera, moreover, it can replace the traditional floppy disk. Flash memory card is built with different form factor and brand name. Their size is smaller than PCMCIA card. This computer supports common flash memory card, including MMC, SD, SmartMedia, and Memory Stick and CF (or Micro Drive) card.
+ For a single moment, only one card can be inserted into the 4 in 1 slot
Inserting Flash Memory Card
To insert a flash memory card into the slot is similar to PCMCIA card. You only need to pay more attention whenever insert the flash memory card into the slot with the correct side.
For MMC, SD and SmartMedia card, you should position the copper connector at the bottom side. For Memory Stick card, you should position the copper connector at the top side. All of these cards should be located at the center of the slots in inserting.
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Slot Card type Copper connector 4 in 1 SD (Secure Digital)
MMC (MultiMedia Card) SmartMedia Memory Stick
Bottom side Bottom side Bottom side Top side
Only one correct side can be accepted for the 4 in 1 card slots. If you cannot insert the card into the 4 in 1 slot or you had inserted the card but it is not recognized by the computer, please remove the card and turn the card upside down and insert it again. To prevent the damage made both on card and the slot, never forced an entry into the slot with incorrect side.
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Removing Flash Memory Card
It is similar to PCMCIA card for removing a flash memory card from the slot, you should first disable the card setting in the system as described in the PCMCIA chapter.
To remove the flash memory card, you should only pull out the card by finger, there is no release button for flash memory slot.
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4 Fun with Multimedia
This chapter lets you make full use of all the
multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use optical disk drive in creating an exciting full multimedia presentation.
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4.1 Notebook Multimedia Features
Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following:
Intel Pentium 4/Intel Mobile Pentium 4 microprocessor.
128/256/512/1024/2048 MB RAM.
CD-ROM, DVD+RW, or CD-RW/DVD combo optical disk drive.
AGP VGA Graphics Controller.
16-bit Plug-and-Play Audio Sound System with built-in speaker and
microphone.
4.2 Audio Sound System Features
Your computer has a built-in 16-bit stereo sound controller that allows you to record, store, and playback voice, music and other sound effects with built-in mixer controls. A built-in microphone jack and twin mini-speakers are also built­in into your computer to allow you to record and playback sound anytime and anywhere.
On the left side of your computer, you will find the audio ports that include the following:
Stereo Line-In Jack for connecting an external audio device such as CD player,
a tape deck, or a synthesizer as an input source.
External 1/8-inch microphone jack that connects external microphone for
recording purpose.
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Earphone or headphone jack with SPDIF for personal listening.
Built-in two hotkeys for Volume Control
4.3 Setting Up the Audio Driver Properties
Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer, you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought your computer with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows.
4.4 Windows Multimedia Programs
Windows provides several multimedia programs that you can run with the built­in features of your computer. Pointing the Start button, Programs, Accessories, then Entertainment, you will find the Multimedia programs group. (The section below use Window XP as examples)
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Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group
The standard multimedia components are as follows:
Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files
Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback
Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer
+ For more information on how to operate these multimedia components,
run the program and click on the Help menu.
4.5 Recording Sounds
Your computer allows you to record voice and other sounds in several ways and stores them as files on your hard disk. These voice or sound files can then be
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played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system.
To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups. The control buttons of the Sound Recorder are simple to understand which comprise of the Fast Rewind, Fast Forward, Play, Stop, and Record buttons. Click the Help menu on how to operate the Sound Recorder.
Figure 4-2 Sound Recorder
The Sound Recorder also allows you to record sound from different input audio source like the following:
From the external microphone
From the optical disk drive
Since you could record sound from different input sources, you must first set the proper audio input recording device under the Recording Control panel. To do this:
1. Double-click on the Volume Control on the taskbar or click Start button,
then point to Programs, Accessories, Entertainment and then click on Volume Control.
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2. Click Properties in the Options main menu.
3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list
in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box.
Figure 4-3 Audio Properties
4. Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you will
select the input device for the recording source. If you want to record from the optical disk drive with audio music, you must click on CD Player.
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Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control
USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
Your computer allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording. The external microphone jack is found on the left side of your computer. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow the same procedure for recording voice.
USING THE BUILT-IN OPTICAL DISK DRIVE
You would normally use the optical disk drive for recording audio music from the Audio CD. Follow these steps:
1. Activate CD Player volume on the Recording Control as discussed earlier.
2. Run the Sound Recorder program.
3. Insert the audio CD into the optical disk drive. Unless you have disabled the
CD auto-insertion notification for supporting Suspend mode, the CD Player should automatically run after you have inserted an audio compact disc and will start playing the audio CD.
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Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player
5. Select the starting point where you want to start recording.
6. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button.
7. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play
button. You can adjust the volume control so you can also hear the music while in recording.
4.6 Playing Audio and Sound
Your computer has built-in twin speakers to playback audio and sound. You can also adjust the volume manually by adjusting the volume control hotkeys found on the keyboard of your computer.
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For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to your ear.
USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER
The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player. Follow these steps:
1. Click on Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then Entertainment.
2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program.
3. Click on the File menu and select the file you want to play.
4. When the file is recognized and open, click on the Play button to start
playback.
4.7 Playing Video and MPEG Files
Your computer is capable of running video motion files as well as MPEG (Motion Picture Expert Group) files on CD, DVD, or CD-RW. By using software MPEG program, you can watch real full-motion picture on your computer. You can also run the Windows Media Player under the Entertainment programs group as well to show all media device programs.
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Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player
4.8 Using DVD
DVD is the breakthrough in superb full-motion picture playback. One disc can contain at least 4.7GB of information, capable of holding one full-length movie with soundtracks, subtitles, and different languages. Much more, the DVD-ROM drive of your computer is backward compatible with CD-ROM drive so it allows you to use any CD as well. It also works the same as the CD-ROM.
To playback DVD titles, you would need a software MPEG-2 program and the optional DVD-ROM Device Pack.
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+ For best DVD playback, please enable the DMA function of this
notebook, for how to enable the DMA channel on both optical disk drive and Hard Disk, please refer to driver installation on section 6 of chapter
2. Moreover, you can enable Hardware Accelerator if the software MPEG-2 player you are using has supported this function.
4.9 Using rewritable optical disk drive
CD-RW/DVD combo drive is a device that can write digital data to CD-RW and CD-R compact disk (CD). With this device, you can backup your own data to CD-R or CD-RW disc for mass data storage and safely retaining. The CD-R disc can be written several times until the CD-R is full; the CD-RW disc, furthermore, can write and erase data repeatedly. Please refer to the related user manual about the CD-RW software.
+ Please pay attention to the copyright of the software or data you want to
backup. Backup or distribute the software or data might be illegal according the restriction of the law.
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5 Connecting to Peripherals
This chapter describes how you attach peripheral
devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter.
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5.1 Using a Serial Port
Your computer has one 9-pin male serial port for connecting an external serial GPS or PDA. The serial (RS232) port of your computer is normally referred to as COM1.
For advanced system like Windows XP, the system can detect and install suitable driver for the serial mouse automatically when you plug the mouse connector to the computer. If the system you are using does not support this function, please install the driver as follows
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Plug the serial mouse connector to the serial port at the back of your
computer. Secure the connection with the screws provided.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Control Panel
5. Double-click on the Add New Hardware icon to appear the Add New
Hardware Wizard.
6. Follow the relative steps when screen shows up to guide you in executing
the specific procedures.
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7. When system has rebooted, Windows will automatically detect the serial
mouse.
5.2 Using the USB Port
USB or Universal Serial Port is a peripheral bus standard developed by Compaq, DEC, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, NEC and Northern Telecom. Personal computers equipped with USB will allow computer peripherals to automatically configure as soon as they are physically attached - without the need to reboot or run setup. USB will also allow multiple devices to run simultaneously on a computer, with peripherals such as floppy drive, mouse, digital cameras, scanners, printers, optical disk drive, modems, keyboards, games devices and acting as additional plug-in sites, or hubs.
+ Depending on your operational requirements, you may need to disable
other ports in order to release system resource for the USB port.
5.3 Using an External Monitor Port
Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system.
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To connect an external monitor:
1. Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned
off.
+ The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the
monitor is being connected. Although you can connect the external Monitor without power off the computer and the external monitor, however, it is harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices.
2. Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the back of
your computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided.
3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall
outlet.
4. Turn the power of the monitor.
5. Turn on your computer. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will
show the display. Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous display mode.
6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor (CRT/LCD)
and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch display type between LCD and CRT. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the display to external CRT/LCD only.
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+ Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and
how to change the display properties.
5.4 Using the IR Port
Your computer can equip with an industry standard IR port that allows enhanced wireless connection with infrared built-in devices like PDAs, printers, and portable computers. The IR port is Infrared Data Association (IrDA) compatible that makes use of the second COM port or COM2 of your computer. The transfer rate for SIR is 115.2Kbit/sec. The transfer rate for FIR is 4Mbit/sec.
To connect to another IR equipped device:
1. Properly position both your computer and the target device. Place the target
device in line with your notebook and should be within 80cm (30-inches) from each other. You should refer to the User Guide of the target device on how to enable its IR function.
2. Turn on your computer.
3. After setting up both devices to enable IR function, run the external device's
application that you wanted to connect to the IR port.
4. Set the transmission protocol or device to COM2 or specified by Windows
system. Make sure that this does not conflict with any pre-installed fax/modem PC.
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5.5 Using the TV Port
Also found at the back of your computer is one S-Video port. To display your computer screen on the TV:
1. Turn off your computer and plug one end of the S-Video jack cable to the
end to the input video jack of your television set.
2. Refer to chapter 6.3 in the BIOS Setup Program and set the video signal to
S-Video or AV (RCA) as you want.
3. Turn on your computer and your television set.
4. Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
5. Double-click on the Display icon and point to Setting tab.
6. Double-click Advanced button and point to nView tab.
7. In the Display item, select the TV as display and click the check box of
Make this the primary display, then click OK. Windows now automatically detect the TV port and enable this function.
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5.6 Using the IEEE 1394 Port
IEEE 1394 is a new I/O standard that is supported by Win98 (second edition) or later Windows version. With supporting high-speed transmission and delivering data at a guaranteed rate, you can record digital video clips and download them directly via a super-speed IEEE 1394 port at the left side of the notebook. IEEE 1394 becomes an ideal for devices that need to transfer high speed data in real-time.
With built-in IEEE 1394 port, this computer enables the peripheral devices in transmitting digital video data or data backup. The Windows system will automatically recognize it in installing a suitable driver for it.
Moreover, you should install the driver of peripheral device to connect with the IEEE 1394 port, for details please refer to the manual that comes with your peripheral device.
+ Please make sure that the external IEEE 1394 HDD box you purchase
on local electronic store should provide external power adapter. There are different types of IEEE1394 HDD box and hard disk from different manufactures, the power consumption has varied range. If the power of the external IEEE 1394 HDD is supplied from the USB of this notebook, it may not run properly.
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5.7 Using the External Audio System
At the left side of your computer, you will find the built-in audio ports. You can connect audio line-in jack, Microphone jacks, earphone or powered speaker.
To connect to a audio jack:
1. Locate the audio port (Line-in, Microphone, Headphone) that you want to
use to the target device.
2. Plug the jack into the port on the left side of the system.
+ If you use external speakers and experience the sound distortion or
feedback, please lower the volume. Some factors is caused by too close locating the microphone and speakers from each other, moving away the external audio option from the unit may also help.
5.8 Using the LAN Port
This notebook comes with a internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is connected with RJ-45 connectors. The 100Base-TX is based on the older Ethernet standard. Because it is 10 times faster than Ethernet, it is often referred to as Fast Ethernet.
The built-in LAN module provides a standard RJ-45 connector. To connect the twisted-pair cable to your LAN port:
1. Locate the twisted-pair cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping
carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-45 connector.
2. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or HUB.
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3. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer RJ-45 LAN port.
5.9 Using the Wireless LAN (BTO)
Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.
Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with wireless connection. Access point can be set in an office environment, airport, major railway station, etc. that depends on the construction of each country. In most case, you probably can use it at office, please consult with the network department of your company for more details.
This computer integrates built-in mini-PCI 802.11b wireless LAN module. IEEE 802.11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed. You can connect to the wireless LAN Access Point without insert extra wireless LAN card into the PCMCIA slot.
Wireless LAN module is similar to LAN module. You need to install software driver before using it. Please refer to chapter 2.6 on how to install the driver.
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5.10 Using the Modem Port
This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to connect to an online service or bulletin board.
The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector. To connect the analog phone cable to your modem:
1. Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping
carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-11 connector.
2. Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet.
3. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem port.
+ The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone
lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission. Contact your service provider for more information.
+ The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable. Longer cables
are available at your local electronics store.
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