ECS G733G User Manual
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Preface
Copyright 2004
All Rights Reserved.
The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability,
design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of
such damages.
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of
this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior
written permission of the manufacturer.
Trademarks
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Inc. IBM, OS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corp. Lotus, 1-2-3, and
Symphony are trademarks of Lotus Development Corp. Windows, Word, MS-DOS, and Microsoft are
trademarks of Microsoft Corp. VESA is a trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association.
Other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Limitation of Liability
While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, the manufacturer and
distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the
information contained herein.
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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 instruction manual may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and a non-shielded AC power cord
must be used in order to comply with emission limits.
This equipment is to be used with power supply:
I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz,
O/P: 19Vdc, 6.3A
There is no internal power supply.
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Canadian DOC Notice For Class B Computing Devices
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur
du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Before you Start ........................................................................................................... 1
Conventions of This manual ......................................................................................................... 1
Things you must remember before working on your computer ..................................................... 5
Chapter 2: Introduction .................................................................................................................. 7
Welcome to the Notebook PC....................................................................................................... 7
Unpacking the Notebook............................................................................................................... 7
Getting to Know Your Computer ...................................................................................................7
Chapter 3: Getting Started ........................................................................................................... 17
Connecting to a Power Source ...................................................................................................17
Turning On Your Notebook Computer......................................................................................... 18
Operating on Battery Power........................................................................................................ 18
Chapter 4: Using the Notebook Computer.................................................................................. 21
Adjusting the LCD Screen Display .............................................................................................. 21
A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard ............................................................................................ 22
The TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 23
Connecting an External Tracking Devices .................................................................................. 23
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo Drive or DVD Dual................................................................ 24
PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets .....................................................................................25
Power Saving Modes .................................................................................................................. 25
Chapter 5: Desktop Operation ..................................................................................................... 29
Audio ..........................................................................................................................................29
Connecting Peripheral Devices...................................................................................................30
Chapter 6: Configuring & Maintaining Your System ................................................................. 33
Introduction................................................................................................................................. 33
Navigating through BIOS Setup .................................................................................................. 33
Accessing the BIOS Setup Program ...........................................................................................33
The Menu Bar ............................................................................................................................. 33
The Legend Bar .......................................................................................................................... 34
Launching Submenus ................................................................................................................. 35
General Help .............................................................................................................................. 35
The Main Menu........................................................................................................................... 36
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The Advanced Menu................................................................................................................... 37
The Boot Menu ........................................................................................................................... 38
The Security Menu...................................................................................................................... 39
The Exit Menu ............................................................................................................................ 40
Chapter 7: The Software Utilities Disks ...................................................................................... 41
AutoRun Installation.................................................................................................................... 41
VGA Utilities ............................................................................................................................... 41
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 47
Locating a Problem..................................................................................................................... 47
Checking Cables and Connections ............................................................................................. 47
The Power-On Self Test ............................................................................................................. 48
General Hardware Problems.......................................................................................................49
Contacting Your Dealer .............................................................................................................. 50
Chapter 9: How do I expand my Notebook .................................................................................51
Upgrading your Memory ............................................................................................................. 51
Easy to Upgrade HDD Module.................................................................................................... 53
CPU Upgrade .............................................................................................................................55
Removing the DVD-ROM/Combo Drive ...................................................................................... 56
Appendix A: Specification ...........................................................................................................57
Detailed Notebook Specifications ...............................................................................................57
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Personal Inventory
This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this
section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
Date of Purchase:
Dealer’s Name:
Phone:
Address:
E-Mail Address:
WWW Site:
Serial Number:
CPU Type:
Hard Disk Capacity:
Memory Capacity:
Optional Equipment:
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Before you Start
Conventions of This manual
Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer.
If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you
might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories.
If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before using your system.
Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult on the Troubleshooting Chapter if you
encounter any problems with your notebook.
Safety Precautions
This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while working with this
product. Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury. However,
you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards:
1. Please read these safety instructions carefully.
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Please keep this User's Manual for later reference.
Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don't use liquid or sprayed
detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning.
For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
Please keep this equipment from humidity.
Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A drop or fall could cause injury.
Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the
power outlet.
Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything on top
of the power cord.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the main power
outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage.
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Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock.
Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be opened by a
qualified service personnel.
If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel:
The Power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user's manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature above 60°C
(140°f), it may damage the equipment.
The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C.
The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less
than 70 dB(A).
Power Cord Requirements
The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the requirements of the country where
you use the AC adaptor, whether it is 100-120 or 200-240 Vac. The following information
explains the requirements for power cord set selection.
• The cord set must be approved for the country in which it is used.
• The appliance coupler must have a configuration for mating with a
CEE22/EN6032/IEC 320 appliance inlet.
For U.S. and Canada:
• The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified.
• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG.
For Japan:
• All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and registration
number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.
• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors.
For Other Countries:
• The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for
evaluation in a specific country.
• The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H03VV-F.
• The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.5 Amperes and voltage rating of
125 or 250 Vac.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
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reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the
following:
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be
a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
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Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into the AC
adapter.
Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser radiation when open avoid
exposure to beam.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may
result in data loss when the system loses power.
The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.
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Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
Die Netzanschluβsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein.
Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen
könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen.
Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnet die Anschlußwerte.
Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte auch
nichts auf der Leitun abgestellt werden.
Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten.
Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen.
Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden.
Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät
gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von
authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.
Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer
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qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.:
Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe
dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
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VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch
denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter
Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC.
Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte überschreiten.
Anforderungen an das Stromkabel
Das Kabel-Set, das an das Netzteil angeschlossen wird, muss den Anforderungen des Landes,
in dem Sie das Netzteil einsetzen, genügen, je nachdem, ob die Netzspannung 100-120 oder
200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt.
• Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein.
• Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse passen.
Für die USA und Kanada:
• Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein.
• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG.
Für Japan:
• Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori Law mit
einem „PSE“ or „T”-Symbol markiert sein
• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m ㎡ Leiter.
Für andere Länder:
• Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem
jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen.
• Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H03VV-F sein.
• Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und
Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.
Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden
Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten, um das Risiko von Feuer, Stromschlägen und Verletzungen
zu minimieren. Zu beachten sind u.a. folgende Punkte:
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Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel Badewanne,
Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten Kellerräumen oder in der Nähe von
Schwimmbecken.
Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während eines Gewitters. Es
besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages.
Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der Nähe des Lecks
befindet.
Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser Anleitung beschrieben.
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Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten.
Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil.
Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung - Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl, vermeiden Sie
Kontakt mit dem Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse.
Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn der Akku nicht ordnungsgemäß ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie
den Akku nur durch einen Akku gleichen oder äquivalenten Typs, der vom Hersteller
empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie Akkus entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers.
Entfernen Sie den Akku auf keinen Fall bei eingeschaltetem Notebook, da hierdurch Daten
verloren gehen könnten.
Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts.
Things you must remember before working on your computer
Let your computer acclimate itself
Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes in temperature, like
going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to
condense inside your case, threatening to damage the electronic parts inside. After receiving your notebook
when it’s hot or cold outside, try not to power up the computer immediately, let the computer adjust to the
room temperature gradually at least for three to four hours.
If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer or
monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature.
Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare
Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make
it hard to read the screen.
Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so try to allow plenty
of room for air to circulate around the case.
Do not block the ventilation opening.
Do not place your computer in direct sunlight.
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Suitable place to work
Your computer will run well wherever you’re comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can
be challenging to your system’s parts.
There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can’t – things like static electricity, dust, water,
steam and oil. In case you decide to pull over for roadside computing, try to choose a clean, comfortable
work area for your system.
A lithium-ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling. If you are running your system for the
first time on battery power, remove the battery from the package, install it into the system and recharge the
battery to fully prepare for service.
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Introduction
Welcome to the Notebook PC
Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in
portable computing technology. The Notebook’s modular design provides maximum expandability without
compromising portability. The high-performance CPU and enhanced IDE hard drive provides you with
extra processing power for handling complex graphics and running large programs.
One PCMCIA slot gives you the ability to use standard PCMCIA cards, such as a LAN adapter or memory
cards.
Unpacking the Notebook
The Notebook comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your
Notebook, open the carton and carefully remove the contents. If anything is missing or damaged, please
contact your Notebook dealer immediately. The shipping carton should contain the following items:
The Notebook computer
An AC adapter
An AC power cord
Software Drivers CD
Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need them later if you have to ship the computer for
repairs.
Getting to Know Your Computer
Opening the LCD Panel
At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in
closed position when the Notebook is not in use.
1. Locate the display latch on the front of the unit. Slide the latch until the display panel releases.
2. Raise the LCD screen and the machine will go to incline position.
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3. At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing position.
To avoid damage to the display panel:
1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it.
2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open.
With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer.
Each of these features is briefly described below:
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LCD Cover Release Latch
LCD Screen
Short-cut Keys
1. Internet Explorer Button
2. Outlook Express Button
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4. System Status Indicator Panel
Indicates the computer is accessing the PCMCIA drive.
Indicates that the computer is accessing the DVD-ROM drive.
Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode.
Indicates when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the
keyboard produces uppercase text when you press a key. When you
press the Caps Lock key again, the indicator goes off and the keyboard
produces lowercase text.
Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode. Some applications
will move information across the screen differently when Scroll Lock is
on.
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Power/Resume Button
Keyboard
TouchPad
Scroll Button
TouchPad Buttons
The Built-in Microphone
Stereo Speakers
The Left Side
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Kensington Lock
USB Ports
1394 Ports
PCMCIA Socket Cover
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