Elitegroup G420 User Manual
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Preface
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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 o f 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 nonshielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with
emission limits.
This equipment is to be used with power supply:
90W
There is no internal power supply.
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Table of Content
BEFORE YOU START ...............................................................................1
INTRODUCTION......................................................................................11
WELCOME TO THE NOTEBOOK PC......................................................11
GETTING STARTED ...............................................................................21
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE ...................................................21
USING THE NOTEBOOK COMPUTER........................................................25
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN DISPLAY..............................................25
A TOUR OF THE NOTEBOOK’S KEYBOARD ...........................................26
THE TOUCHPAD ................................................................................27
THE CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, COMBO DRIVE (DVD-ROM + CD-RW),
DVD DUAL (DVD+/-RW), SUPER MULTI (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW)....28
BATTERY CALIBRATION......................................................................32
RESETTING THE SYSTEM ...................................................................32
ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS.............................................................32
USING THE WINDOWS........................................................................33
DESKTOP OPERATION...........................................................................37
CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES...................................................39
INTERNET CONNECTION ........................................................................41
USING A MODEM FOR CONNECTION TO INTERNET ................................41
USING A WIRED LAN FOR CONNECTION TO INTERNET .........................41
USING BOTH DHCP AND STATIC IP FOR CONNECTION TO INTERNET ...44
USING WIRELESS LAN NETWORK FOR CONNECTION TO INTERNET
(MICROSOFT’S SERVICE PACK 2) (OPTIONAL).....................................46
RUNNING BIOS SETUP .........................................................................47
NAVIGATING THROUGH BIOS SETUP ..................................................47
ACCESSING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM ...........................................47
THE MENU BAR.................................................................................47
THE MAIN MENU ...............................................................................50
THE ADVANCED MENU.......................................................................51
THE BOOT MENU...............................................................................52
THE SECURITY MENU ........................................................................53
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THE EXIT MENU ................................................................................54
VGA UTILITIES.....................................................................................55
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................59
LOCATING A PROBLEM .......................................................................59
CHECKING CABLES AND CONNECTIONS ..............................................59
THE POWER-ON SELF TEST ..............................................................60
GENERAL HARDWARE PROBLEMS ......................................................61
CONTACTING YOUR DEALER ..............................................................62
UPGRADING YOUR SYSTEM ...................................................................65
UPGRADING YOUR SYSTEM CPU .......................................................66
UPGRADING YOUR MEMORY...............................................................67
THE EASY TO UPGRADE HDD MODULE ..............................................68
SPECIFICATION.....................................................................................69
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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.
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.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
REGULATORY STATEMENT SAMPLE
SAFETY COMPLIANCE NOTICE
This device has been tested and certified according to the
following safety standards and is intended for use only in
Information Technology Equipment which has been tested to these
or other equivalent standards:
^ IEC 60950-1
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EUROPE – EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, xxx Corporation, declares that this Product is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
EUROPE
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES
– RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 2.4GHZ FREQUENCIES IN
This device may be operated indoors or outdoors in all countries
of the European Community using the 2.4GHz band: Channels 1 –
13, except where noted below.
^ In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the
national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors.
^ In Belgium outdoor operation is only permitted using the
2.46 – 2.4835 GHz band: Channel 13
^ In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.4 –
2.454 GHz band: Channels 1 – 7
EUROPE
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES
Allowed Frequency
5.15-5.25GHz 36, 40, 44, 48 Austria
5.15-5.35GHz 36, 40, 44, 48, 52,
5.15-5.35 & 5.470-
5.725GH z
– RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 5GHZ FREQUENCIES IN
Bands
Allowed Channel
Numbers
56, 60, 64
36, 40, 44, 48, 52,
56, 60, 64, 100,
104, 108, 112,
116, 120, 124,
128, 132, 136,
140
Countries
Cyprus, Czech
Republic, France,
Hungary, Slovakia
Belgium, Bulgaria,
Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Germany,
Greece, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal,
Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland,
U.K.
^ This device may not be operated outdoors when using the
bands 5150-5350MHz (Channels 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 50,
64).
^ In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the
national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors.
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^ To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage
laws for Wireless LAN operation, the above 5GHz channel
limitations apply. The user should check the current channel
of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the
allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease
operating at that location and consult the local technical
support staff responsible for the wireless network.
^ The 5GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in
any European Community country
^ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using
channels in the 5GHz bands in the European Community.
Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two
client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.
This device must be used with Access Points that have employed
and activated a radar detection feature required for European
Community operation in the 5GHz bands. This device will operate
under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on
a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence
of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption in
communications of this device. The Access Point’s radar
You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible
for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are
properly configured for European Community operation.
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.
2. Please keep this User's Manual for later reference.
3. 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.
4. For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be
installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
5. Please keep this equipment from humidity.
6. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A
drop or fall could cause injury.
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7. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when
connecting the equipment to the power outlet.
8. 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.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. 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.
11. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or
electrical shock.
12. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment
should only be opened by a qualified service personnel.
13. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment
checked by a service personnel:
a. The Power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work
according to the user's manual.
e. The equipment has dropped and damaged.
f. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
14. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned,
storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the
equipment.
15. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max.
35°C.
16. The sound pressure level at the operators position according
to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A).
17. 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.
¾ The cord set must be approved for the country in
which it is used.
¾ The appliance coupler must have a configuration
for mating with a CEE22/EN6032/IEC 320
appliance inlet.
A. For U.S. and Canada:
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¾ The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified.
¾ The minimum specifications for the flexible cord
are No. 18 AWG.
B. For Japan:
¾ All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE”
or “ T ” mark and registration number in
accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.
¾ The minimum specifications for the flexible cord
are .75m ㎡ conductors.
C. For Other Countries:
¾ The cord set fittings must bear the certification
mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a
specific country.
¾ The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized)
type H03VV-F.
¾ The cord set must have a current capacity of a
least 2.5 Amperes and voltage rating of 125 or
250 Vac.
18. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions
includes the following:
¾ 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.
¾ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during
an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
¾ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity
of the leak.
¾ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
19. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids.
Never spill liquid into the AC adapter.
20. Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser
radiation when open avoid exposure to beam.
21. 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
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system loses power.
22. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device.
23. Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet
before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce
the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.
2. Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen.
Versenden Sie Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am
besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
4. Die Netzanschluβsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht
und leicht zugänglich sein.
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu
achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Beschädigungen
hervorrufen.
7. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnet die
Anschlußwerte.
8. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand
darüber fallen kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitun
abgestellt werden.
9. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden,
sind zu beachten.
10. Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt,
sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle
einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden.
11. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände
oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen
Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
12. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen
der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem
Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.
13. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom
Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle
zu Überprüfung.:
a. Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
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c. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend
funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine
Verbesserung erzielen.
e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist besc hädigt.
f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
14. 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.
15. Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von
maximal 35ºC.
16. Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label
angegebenen Werte überschreiten.
17. 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 100120 oder 200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt.
¾ Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es
eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein.
¾ Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine
CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse passen.
A. Für die USA und Kanada:
¾ Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA
zertifiziert sein.
¾ Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel
entsprechen No. 18 AWG.
B. Für Japan:
¾ Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend
dem japanischen Dentori Law mit einem „PSE“ or
„T”-Symbol markiert sein
¾ Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel
sind .75m ㎡ Leiter.
C. Für andere Länder:
¾ Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das
Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem jeweiligen
Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist,
tragen.
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¾ Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ
H03VV-F sein.
¾ Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von
mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen
von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.
18. 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:
¾ 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.
¾ Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose
Modelle) während eines Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe
Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages.
¾ Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden,
falls es sich in der Nähe des Lecks befindet.
¾ Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser
Anleitung beschrieben.
19. Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu
Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie
Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil.
20. Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung -
Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl, vermeiden Sie Kontakt mit dem
Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse.
21. 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.
22. Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts.
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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.
UITABLE PLACE TO WORK
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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.
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ETTING 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.
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.
3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you
close the display panel.
With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important
for operating your Notebook computer.
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Each of these features is briefly described below.
1. LIGHT-TO-VOLTAGE CONVERTER MODULE
This computer provides a Light-to-voltage
converter module which is a sensor directly proportional to the light
intensity of your surrounding working environment. This will affect
the backlight intensity (bright/dark) of your screen display.
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¾ Controlling the backlight intensity manually
Use the hot-key combination of Fn+F7 and Fn+F8
respectively to decrease/increase the brightness of your
LCD display. The Light-to-voltage converter module
function will be terminated immediately after you
implement these two manual adjustments of your
computer backlight intensity.
¾ Controlling the backlight intensity using the Light-
To-Voltage Converter Module
To control the backlight intensity of your notebook using
this function, shut down and start your computer to
implement this function as default value in determining
the backlight intensity of your surrounding working
environment.
2. CAMERA (OPTION)
3. LCD DISPLAY
This LCD panel can only support up to a
maximum opening of 130 degrees, please do not push it forcibly.
4. SYSTEM STATUS INDICATOR PANEL
HDD
Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
Numeric Lock
Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode.
Caps Lock
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.
Scroll Lock
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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5. WIRELESS LAN BUTTON
6. PLAY DVD/CAMERA BUTTON (OPTION)
For option, the system is equip with a camera to
open the built-in camera application.
7. EMAIL/MP3 BUTTON (OPTION)
For option, the system provides you with a
button of simplified user’s interface function to play music with out
booting your windows system.
8. POWER/RESUME BUTTON
9. KEYBOARD
10. THE BUILT-IN MICROPHONE
11. TOUCHPAD
12. TOUCHPAD BUTTONS
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LED Indicators
These two LED indicators are separately program for the following
functions: Suspend Mode and Battery Charge.
1. BATTERY CHARGE
This indicator will lit
green when the battery is
in charging status. When
the indicator light turns
off, it indicates the system
is in full charge.
2. SUSPEND MODE
This indicator will lit orange
when the notebook enter the
suspend mode.
3. AUDIO LINE OUT JACK
4. MICROPHONE JACK
5. IEEE 1394 PORT
6. SPEAKERS
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THE LEFT SIDE
1. KENSINGTON LOCK
2. THE MODEM PORT
Always disconnect all telephone lines from the
wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To
reduce the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
3. DC-IN CONNECTOR
4. FOUR USB PORTS
5. VENTILATION OPENING
6. ANTENNA PORT (OPTION)
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