Elitegroup L51AI User Manual v.1

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CHAPTER▼ ONE

GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS

This chapter introduces the features and

components of the computer.

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Performance Features

 High Performance Processor with ATI Radeon Xpress

200M Chipset

The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel
Celeron M processor. Together with the ATI chipset and
integrated graphic technologies, the system offers very
advanced PC performances.

 Wide-Screen LCD Display

The computer is equipped with a wide-screen 15.4-inch
TFT high-resolution display panel for the best cinematic
viewing experience.

 Battery Performance Technology

The system uses a unique power management technology
that allows user to enjoy extended battery life without
sacrificing performance.

 Mobile 3G Telecom Module (Optional Device)

The optional 3G communication module allows you to
receive digital entertainment services on your notebook
computer via the 3G telecom networks.

(Please go to the end of this chapter to learn how to install
the SIM card and how to use the 3G Internet connection
software.)

 ExpressCard Technology

ExpressCard (type II, 54mm) is the next-generation of the
PC Card standard. The bus interface is based on the two
standards: PCI Express for high-performance I/O and
USB2.0 for variety of devices.

 Expandability

The system offers upgradeable hard disk drive and 2 DDRII
SDRAM sockets for expansion, allowing the user to easily

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increase the storage and system capacities as the need
arises.

 Built-in Multiple Card Reader

There is built-in 4-in-1 card reader to access many of the
portable media formats (SD Card, MS Card, MMC Card,
and MS-Pro Card).

 Ethernet Port

The system provides built-in 10/100Mbps Ethernet network
adapter for high bandwidth network connection.

 Firewire (IEEE1394 / 1394a) and USB2.0 ports

In addition to a full array of built-in I/O por

ts, the computer

offers IEEE1394 for ultra high-speed connection to high
bandwidth digital video devices and USB2.0 ports to
connect to any USB-based peripheral devices.

 Wireless LAN

The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to
connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled systems,
devices, or network.

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System At A Glance

Top View

1. LCD Latch

The LCD latches lock / unlock the LCD panel.

2. LCD Display

The panel is where the system content is displayed.

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3. Built-in Stereo Speakers

The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo.

4. Keyboard

The keyboard is used to enter data. (See Keyboard Section for
details.)

5. Touch Pad

The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar
to a mouse.

6. LED Status Indicator

The LED Status indicators reveal the status of these functions:
Numeric keypad, cap lock, silent mode, WLAN module
enabling and disabling and also the ODD, HDD activities. (See
the LED Status Indicator Section for details.)
The LED Status indicators also reveal the status of the system
power state and battery-charging state. See the LED Status
Indicator Section for details.

7. Power / Suspend Button

The power/suspend button turns the notebook on and off and it
also acts as a system suspend key. Press momentarily to turn
on the system. Press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off
the system. How this key behaves can be defined in [Start >
Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced] menu.
Press the power / suspend button again to return from the
suspend mode. (See Chapter 3 for more details on system
suspend function.)

When the system is in Suspend Mode, the

LED status

indicator shows blinking green light.

8. Silent Mode Button

Pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage;
therefore the fan speed is reduced to achieve lowest operating
noise.

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When Silent Mode is enabled, the LED status indicator
shows steady green light.

9. Internet Explorer Quick Key

Pressing the button launches Internet Explorer in Windows.

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Front View

Warning:

damage the display

Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may

1. Wireless On/Off Switch

Use the Switch to disable or enable the Wireless function.

When Wireless LAN function is enabled, the LED status
indicator shows steady green light.

2. Microphone/Audio Line-in Jack

The microphone/Audio Line-in jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where
you connect a microphone or an external audio input source
such as a CD Player..

3. Stereo Headphone/SPDIF-out Jack

The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you

connect the headphones or external speakers. Alternatively,

you may connect the S/PDIF output to an external DTS, AC3,

or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo

system.

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Side Views

Warning:

damage the display

Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may

1. USB2.0 Port (x3)

The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to

connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of

up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0

plug-and-play standards.

2. Optical Drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key

Hole

If your computer comes with the Combo drive, DVD-Dual or

Super-Multi drive, you may save data onto a CD-R / CD-RW or

DVD RW disc. Press the eject button to eject the disk tray. The

manual eject keyhole allows you to manually eject a jammed

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disk.

3. Modem Port

This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem

functions.

4. Kensington Lock Key Hole

A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for

anti-theft purpose.

5. Ventilation Grill

The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal

heat. Do not block this airway completely.

6. Power Jack (DC-in)

The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers

the computer.

7. External VGA Port

The VGA video output port is for connecting the external LCD

monitor or projector.

8. TV (S-Video) Port

The S-Video port permits you to redirect the screen output to a

television set or any analog video playback device. This TV

Port is copyright protected; when DVD movie is played, the

output is scrambled to prevent analog recording.

9. Ethernet / LAN Port

The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and

also conforms to 10/100Base-TX transmission protocol.

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10. ExpressCard Slot

The slot is where ExpressCard (TypeII, 54mm) is inserted.

ExpressCard Type 54 allows insertion of either 54mm or 34mm

cards. ExpressCard integrates both the PCI-Express bus

technology and USB2.0 interface.

11. Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a Port

This is a high-speed serial data port. You may connect any

Fire-wire-ready device to this port.

12. 4-in-1 Card Reader

The 4-in-1 Card Reader supports SD Card, MS Card, MMC

Card, and MS-Pro Card.

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