Elitegroup G736 User Manual

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Preface

Copyright 2003

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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.

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of Autodesk, 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.

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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 of the following
measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

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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, 2A
O/P: 19Vdc, 6.3A
There is no internal power supply.

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

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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:

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Memory Capacity:

Optional Equipment:

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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

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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.

The check mark symbol indicates that you should take note on
every detailed information when you encounter some function
that might be useful when you are using your notebook.

The pencil symbol identifies information which is important for
you to read to avoid damage to the computer.

This warning cautions you against actions which might be
destructive to your data or might disrupt proper system
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:

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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.

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.

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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.

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The cord set must be approved for the country in which it is used.

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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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The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified.

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The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG.

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B. For Japan:

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All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and registration
number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.

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The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors.

C. For Other Countries:

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The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for
evaluation in a specific country.

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The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H03VV-F.

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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:

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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.

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Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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

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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 system loses power.

22. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnect device.

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.

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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.

c.

Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.

d.

Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit
Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.

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Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.

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.

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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
100-120 oder 200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt.

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Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein.

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Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse
passen.

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Für die USA und Kanada:

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Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein.

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Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG.

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Für Japan:

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Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori Law mit
einem „PSE“ or „T”-Symbol markiert sein

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Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m ㎡ Leiter.

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Für andere Länder:

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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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Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H03VV-F sein.

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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:

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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.

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Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während eines
Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages.

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Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der
Nähe des Lecks befindet.

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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.

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.

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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

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allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case.

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Do not block the ventilation opening.

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Do not place your computer in direct sunlight.

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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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.

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 •

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An AC adapter

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An AC power cord

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Software Drivers CD

Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need them later if you have to ship the
computer for repairs.

Features

This section provides an overview of the Notebook’s features. For more detailed information
see the Specifications section in Appendix A.

The Notebook’s hardware has the following features:

CPU

The microprocessor (CPU) is the key hardware feature; it is the brain of the
computer, performing all the computing functions and orchestrating the actions of the
system.

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Upgradeable System Memory

The Notebook has a 64-bit memory bus.

Display

The LCD assembly is field-interchangeable and comes with the following display
options: 15” TFT XGA

Removable HDD Module

The Notebook comes with a 2.5" (9.5mm maximum height) hard disk installed. The
hard drive can also be easily removed and replaced with a second hard drive for the
purpose of data backup or expansion.

CD-ROM

The high speed built-in CD-ROM drive allows you to take advantage of the wide array
of multimedia titles available.

Windows 95 Enhanced Keyboard

The Notebook keyboard uses a standard QWERTY layout with the addition of special
function keys and an embedded numeric keypad for number intensive data entry.
The Notebook’s enhanced keyboard design emulates a full-size desktop keyboard
and supports multiple language formats.

Your keyboard supports Windows 95 by incorporating two Windows specific keys.
With the two Windows 95 keys you will be able to access and take advantage of the
many time-saving features of Windows 95 software.

Battery and AC Power System

The Notebook can operate on two power sources; an AC Adapter, or the
rechargeable battery module pack. The AC Adapter has automatic 100-240V line
switching which will automatically check the power voltage coming out of the wall and
adjust it to the voltage your computer requires.

The system will automatically recharge the battery pack in the Notebook by using the
AC Adapter. By using the power management features and using batteries, the
Notebook can operate on battery power for approximately 1 hour.

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Pointing Device

The TouchPad is a pressure-sensitive pointing device. It allows you to move the
cursor around the screen and make selections just as with a conventional mouse.
The TouchPad can be used concurrently with an external USB mouse.

Parallel Port

The Notebook has a 25-pin parallel port, which is most commonly used to connect a
printer or Pocket LAN to the computer. The parallel port supports both EPP and ECP
capabilities.

USB Ports

USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors are available for you to connect USB devices.
The USB is a personal computer bus endorsed by Intel and others that has a total
bandwidth of 1.5MB per second, making it much faster than conventional serial ports.
Contact your dealer for details on purchasing a USB device.

Audio System

The Notebook’s sound system includes amplified output, a manual volume control
and a built-in microphone.

Audio Port

The Notebook comes with a Line out for connecting stereo speakers, a headphones
jack, and a microphone jack.

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VGA Port

At the rear of the Notebook there is a 15-pin VGA connector for connecting an
external CRT monitor.

Keyboard Controls

The Notebook provides a host of hot key features that are a permanent part of the
computer’s operation. Some affect the LCD video display, while others control power
management.

Security

The password protection feature of your Notebook can prevent unauthorized people
from accessing important files and information on your computer

Because the Notebook computer is available in different
configurations, some of the features mentioned in this manual
might not be included on your computer or may differ slightly.

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.

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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.

At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing
position.

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1. LCD Screen

Your Notebook computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD) screen that supports up to 1024 x 768 or 1400 x 1050 x 16M LCD resolution
utilizing an AGP BUS.

A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient
lighting is low.

2.

Short-cut Keys

These two short-cut keys are assigned as functions for: Explorer and mail respectively.

3.

Power/Resume Button

Pressing this button for 1-2 seconds will turn on the system or pressing this button when
the computer is in Suspend mode will resume normal operation. Pressing this button for
4-6 seconds will also turn off the system.

4.

Keyboard

Your computer has an 88-key enhanced keyboard that provides all the functions of a
standard 101/102 key keyboard.

5.

TouchPad

The TouchPad is hardware-compatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse and software­compatible with the Microsoft mouse.

6.

TouchPad Buttons

The buttons below the TouchPad correspond to the left and right buttons on a standard
mouse. The PS/2 compatible mouse will work with the Notebook PC’s TouchPad
simultaneously.

7.

Stereo Speakers

The internal speakers provide true stereo sound.

8.

The Built-in Microphone

The built-in microphone is located to the left of the TouchPad.

9.

Scroll Button

Use this button to scroll up and down the scrolling bar.

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10. System Status Indicator Panel

The system status indicator panel keeps you informed of the computer’s operating status.
There are also two system status indicators — Power and Charge LED — on the left
side of the notebook. (Please refer to "The Left Side" section description)

Indicates the 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.

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Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode. Some
applications will move information across the screen differently when
Scroll Lock is on.

The Front

This application does not apply when the system is power
on. The function of this application is the same as when
you are using the Windows based Media Player in playing a
music CD.

1. The Play/Pause Button

Press the Play button to play a selected track. Press the Pause button to freeze the music
when necessary. Pressing the button again resumes playing the track from where it was
frozen.

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2.

The Stop/Eject Button

Press this button to stop a track. If you then press the Play button or the button of the
stopped track, the track restarts from its very beginning.

Press this button to open the disc tray. The button then changes to Close, waiting for you
to change the disc and close the tray.

3.

The Previous Track Button

Press this button to start the previous track.

4.

The Next Track Button

Press this button to start the next track.

5.

The Volume Buttons

Press the left button to decrease the volume or the right button to increase the volume of
the played track.

6.

Audio DJ Power Button

Slide this Power button to power on the audio DJ.

You will not be able to use this button to turn off the
Windows based CD Player application when the notebook
computer is in operation.

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The Left Side

1. Ventilation Opening

Please don’t block this opening during operation of the system.

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2. The LAN Port

This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network
or a high-speed (ADSL or cable) connection via a network cable.

When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to
minimize an inteference when transmitting.

3.

1394 USB

A fast external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps (400
million bits per second). Can be used to connect up 63 external devices, also supports
isochronous data -- delivering data at a guaranteed rate.

This makes it ideal for devices that need to transfer high levels of data in real-time, such
as video devices. Also supports both Plug-and-Play and hot plugging, and also provides
power to peripheral devices.

4.

PCMCIA Socket Cover

Open this cover to access the PCMCIA socket. The computer’s PCMCIA socket lets
you extend the capabilities of your computer by inserting PC cards.

5.

PCMCIA Socket Button

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The computer has one PCMCIA type II socket

6.

Battery Charge/Suspend

Locate the two LED at the left of the notebook computer. The left indicator [1] shows
when the LED is in orange color, it indicates the battery is in charging status. When the
LED turns off, it indicates the system is in full charged. It also indicates when the
system enter suspend mode.

7.

Power On

This indicator will lit when the notebook is powered on.