EUROCOM M247 Concise User Manual
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Introduction (English)
This Concise User’s Guide introduces the main features
of your computer. The English version of this guide begins on page 1. The expanded User’s Manual is on the
Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
Einführung (Deutsch)
Dieses Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch führt Sie in die
Hauptfunktionen des Computers ein. Die deutsche Version des Handbuchs beginnt auf Seite 41. Das erweiterte
Benutzerhandbuch finden Sie auf der Disc für die Gerätetreiber und Hilfsprogramme (Disc Device Drivers &
Utilities + User's Manual).
Présentation (Français)
Ce Guide Utilisateur Concis présente les fonctionnalités
principales de votre ordinateur. La version française de
ce guide commence à la pag e 81. Le Manuel de l'Utilisa-
teur étendu se trouve sur le disque de Pilotes & Utilitaires + Manuel de l'Utilisateur (disque Device Drivers
& Utilities + User's Manual).
Introducción (Español)
Esta Guía del Usuario Concisa le presenta las características principales de su ordenador. La versión española de
esta guía comienza en la página 121. El Manual del usua-
rio completo se encuentra en el disco de Controladores
del dispositivo y Utilidades + Manual del usuario (disco
Device Drivers & Utilities + User's Manual).
Introduzione (Italiano)
La presente Guida Rapida per l'Utente introduce le caratteristiche principali del computer. La versione italiana di
questa guida inizia da pagina 161. Il Manuale utente
completo si trova nel disco contenente driver e utilità +
Manuale utente (disco Device Drivers & Utilities +
User's Manual).
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Contents
About this Concise User Guide ..............................................................1
System Startup ........................................................................................ 4
RAID Setup ............................................................................................. 5
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Models A & C) ........ 8
System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Model B) ................. 9
LED Indicators ...................................................................................... 10
Keyboard & Function Keys
Control Center ........ .. ... ................................................ .......................... 14
System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Models A & C) .........16
System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model B) .................. 17
System Map: Bottom Views (Models A, B & C) .................................18
Windows Control Panel ..................................................... ................... 19
Windows Start Screen & Desktop .................... ... ................................. 19
Windows Desktop Taskbar ................. .. ... ............................................. 20
Apps & Tiles .............................................................................. ...........20
Windows Charms Bar ....................... .. .. ................................................ 20
Video Features ...................................................................................... 21
Power Options ........ .. ... ................................................ .......................... 24
Audio Features ......................................................................................24
Sound Blaster Audio .............................................................................26
PC Camera ............................................................................................ 26
Driver Installation .............. .. .................................................................27
Wireless LAN Module (Option) ...........................................................29
Fingerprint Reader ................................................................................ 30
Bluetooth Module (Option) .................................................... ..............31
Trusted Platform Module ...................................................................... 32
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ........................................................ 34
Intel® Rapid Start Technology ....... ......................................................35
Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 37
Specifications........................................................................................ 38
Inhalt
Über das Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch ............................................41
Schnellstart ............................................................................................44
RAID Setup ...........................................................................................45
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem
LCD-Bildschirm (Modelle A & C) .......................................................48
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem
LCD-Bildschirm (Modelle B) ...............................................................49
LED-Anzeigen ................. .............. ............... .............. ............... ............ 50
Tastatur & Funktionstasten
Control Center (Steuerzentrum) ............................................................54
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne, links, rechts und hinten
(Modelle A & C) ...................................................................................56
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne, links, rechts und hinten
(Modell B) ...... .. ..................................................................................... 5 7
Systemübersicht: Ansicht von unten (Modelle A, B & C) ............. .......58
Windows Systemsteuerung ...................................................................59
Windows Startbildschirm und Desktop .................................................59
Windows Desktop-Taskleiste ................................................................60
Apps und Kacheln ................. .................................................. ..............60
Windows Charms-Leiste .......................................................................60
Grafikfunktionen ...................................................................................61
Energieoptionen ............... ............ .............. ............... .............. ............... 6 4
Audiofunktionen ......... ................... ...................... ...................... ............ 64
Sound Blaster Audio ..............................................................................66
PC-Kamera ............................................................................................66
Installation der Treiber ..........................................................................67
Wireless-LAN-Modul (Option) .............................................................69
Fingerabdruckleser ................................................................................70
Bluetooth-Modul (Option) .....................................................................71
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) ...........................................................72
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology .........................................................74
Intel® Rapid Start Technology .............................................................75
Fehlerbehebung .....................................................................................77
Technische Daten ..................................................................................78
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Sommaire
A propos de ce Guide Utilisateur Concis ..............................................81
Guide de démarrage rapide ................................................................... 84
Configuration RAID ................................ .. ........................................... 85
Carte du système: Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert
(Modèles A & C) .................................................................................88
Carte du système: Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert (Modèle B) ..89
Indicateurs LED .................................................................................... 90
Clavier & touches fonction
Control Center (Centre de contrôle) ......................... .. .......................... 94
Carte du système: Vues de face, gauche, droite & arrière
(Modèles A & C) .............................. .. .. ... ............................................. 96
Carte du système: Vues de face, gauche, droite & arrière
(Modèle B) ............................................................................ ................97
Carte du système: Vues du dessous (Modèles A, B & C) ....................98
Panneau de Configuration de Windows ............................................. ... 99
Écran d'accueil & bureau de Windows ........... .. ... ................................. 99
Barre des tâches du bureau de Windows ............................................100
Applications et Vignettes ......................... .. ......................................... 100
Barre des charmes de Windows .............. ............................................100
Caractéristiques vidéo ........................... ... .. ......................................... 101
Options d’alimentation .......................................................................104
Caractéristiques audio ........................... ... .. ......................................... 104
Caméra PC .......................................................................................... 106
Installation du pilote ...........................................................................107
Module LAN sans fil (Option) ............................................................109
Lecteur d'empreintes digitales ............................................................ 110
Module Bluetooth (Option) ................................................................111
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) ........................................................112
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ...................................................... 114
Intel® Rapid Start Technology ....... ....................................................115
Dépannage .......................................................................................... 117
Spécifications
Contenidos
Acerca de esta Guía del Usuario Concisa ............................................121
Guía rápida para empezar ....................................................................124
Configuración RAID ............................................................................125
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto
(Modelos A & C) .................................................................................128
Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto (Modelo B) ..129
Indicadores LED ..................................................................................130
Teclado & teclas de función
Control Center (Centro de control) ......................................................134
Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal, izquierda, derecha, y posterior
(Modelos A & C) .................................................................................136
Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal, izquierda, derecha, y posterior
(Modelo B) ..........................................................................................137
Mapa del sistema: Vista inferior (Modelos A, B & C) ........................138
Panel de Control de Windows .............................................................139
Pantalla Inicio y escritorio de Windows ..............................................139
Barra de tareas del escritorio de Windows ......................................... .140
Apps y Mosaicos .................................................................................140
Barra Charms de Windows ..................................................................140
Parámetros de vídeo ............................................................................141
Opciones de energía ............................................................................144
Características de audio .......................................................................144
Cámara PC . .. ................................................. .......................................146
Instalación de controladores .................... ............................................147
Módulo LAN Wireless (Opción) .........................................................149
Lector de huellas digitales ............. ... .. ................................................ .150
Módulo Bluetooth (Opción) ............................. ... ................................1 5 1
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) .........................................................152
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology .......................................................154
Intel® Rapid Start Technology ...........................................................155
Solución de problemas .................. ... ................................................ ...157
Especificaciones ..................................................................................158
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Sommario
Informazioni sulla Guida Rapida per l'Utente .................................... 161
Guida di avvio rapido ............. .. ... ................................................ .......164
Configurazione RAID .........................................................................165
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello LCD aperto
(Modelli A & C) ................................................................................. 168
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello LCD aperto
(Modello B) ......................................................................................... 169
Indicatori LED ..... .. .. ................................................. .......................... 17 0
Tastiera & tasti funzione ..................................................................... 171
Control Center (Centro di controllo) ......... ... ...................................... 174
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore, sinistra, destra e posteriore
(Modelli A & C) ................................................................................. 176
Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore, sinistra, destra e posteriore
(Modello B) ......................................................................................... 177
Descrizione del sistema: Vista inferiore (Modelli A, B & C) ............. 178
Pannello di controllo e Desktop di Windows ..................................... 179
Schermata Start e Desktop di Windows ............................................. 179
Barra delle applicazioni del desktop di Windows ...............................180
App & Titoli ......... .. .. ........................................................................... 18 0
Charms Bar di Windows .....................................................................180
Funzioni video ...................................................................... ..............181
Opzioni risparmio energia ..................................................................184
Funzionalità audio ............................................................................... 184
Camera PC .......................................................................................... 186
Installazione driver ................. ............................................................187
Modulo LAN Wireless (Opzione) ...................................................... 189
Lettore d’impronte digitali ..................................................................190
Modulo Bluetooth (Opzione) ....................... .. .. ...................................191
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) ........................................................192
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ...................................................... 194
Intel® Rapid Start Technology ....... ....................................................195
Risoluzione dei problemi .......... ................................................. .........197
Specifiche tecniche ............................................................................. 198
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About this Concise User Guide
This quick guide is a brief introduction to getting your system started. This is a supplement, and not a substitu te for the
expanded English language User’s Manual in Adobe Acrobat format on the Device Drivers & U tilities + User’s Manual
disc supplied with your computer. This disc also contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the prop er oper ation of
the computer (Note: The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice).
Some or all of the computer’s features may already have been setup. If they aren’t, or you are planning to re-configure
(or re-install) portions of the system, refer to the expanded User’s Manual. The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s
Manual disc does not contain an operating system.
Regulatory and Safety Information
Please pay careful attention to the full regulatory notices and safety information
contained in the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities + Us-
er’s Manual disc.
© May 2013
Trademarks
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two
conditions:
1.This device may not cause
harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Instructions for Care and Operation
The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To
prevent this, follow these suggestions:
• Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the
case and the components could be damaged.
• Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and
power supply away from any kind of heating element. This is an
electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the
computer could be badly damaged.
• A void interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity
transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields.
These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.
• Follow the proper working procedur e s for the computer. Shut
the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.
Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost.
• Note that in computer’s featuring a raised LCD electro-plated
logo, the logo is covered by a protective adhesive. Due to general
wear and tear, this adhesive may deter iorate over time and the
exposed logo may develop sharp edges. Be careful when handling
the computer in this case, and avoid touching the raised LCD
electro-plated logo. A void placing any other items in the carrying
bag which may rub against the top of the computer during transport. If any such wear and tear develops contact your service center.
Power & Battery Safety
• Only use an AC/DC adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.
• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but
it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are
unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service
representative or local power company.
• The AC/DC adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong
grounded plug. The third prong is an important safety feature; do
not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible
outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.
• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it
by the plug head, not by its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.
• Make sure that your computer is completely powered off before
putting it into a travel bag (or any such container).
• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery
type may explode, leak or damage the computer.
• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that
appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the
computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it
may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.
• Recharge the batteries using the computer’s system. Incorrect
recharging may make the battery explode.
• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair
or replacement to your service representative or qualified service
personnel.
• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged
battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batt eries may
explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.
• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.
• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check
with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal
objects.
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Polymer Battery Precautions
Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides
the general battery precaution information.
• Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling,
however this is part of the battery’s safety mechanism and is not a
cause for concern.
• Use proper handling procedures when using polymer batteries.
Do not use polymer batteries in high ambient temperature environments, and do not store unused batteries for extended periods.
Cleaning
• Use a soft clean cloth to clean the computer , but do not apply
cleaner directly to the computer.
• Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on
any part of the computer.
• Before cleaning the computer remove the battery and make sure
the computer is disconnected from any external power supplies,
peripherals and cables (including telephone lines).
Servicing
Attempting to service the computer yourself may violate
your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric
shock. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel,
particularly under any of the following conditions:
• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.
• If the computer has been exposed to any liquids.
• If the computer does not work normally when you follow the
operating instructions.
• If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the
poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).
• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.
Battery Disposal & Caution
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal
to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream.
Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your
area for recycling options or proper disposal.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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System Startup
1. Remove all packing materials.
2. Place the computer on a stable surface.
3. Insert the battery and make sure it is locked in position.
4. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the
computer (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.
5. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the
computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and
connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
6. Use one hand to raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing
angle (do not to exceed 135 degrees);
use the other hand (as
illustrated in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer
(Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).
7. Press the power button to turn the computer “on”.
System Software
Your computer may already come with system software
pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are
re-configuring your computer for a different system, you
will find this manual refers to Microsoft Windows 8.
HDD RAID Support
Your hard disk(s) can be set up in AHCI mode or RAID
mode (for increased performance or protection). Note that
setting up your hard disk(s) in RAID mode needs to be
done prior to installing the Windows OS.
Figure 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC
Adapter Plugged-In
135°
Shut Down
Note that you should always shut your computer down by
clicking Settings in the Charms Bar (use the Windows
Logo Key + C key combination to access the Charms
Bar) and choosing Shut down from the Power menu.
This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.
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Model Differences
This notebook series includes three different model types that mainly differ as indicated in the table below.
Table 1 - Model Differences
RAID Setup
You may use your hard disks in combination with Striping (RAID 0), Mirroring (RAID 1) or Recovery for either fault
tolerance or performance.
Table 2 - RAID Description
Feature Model A Model B Model C
Display Type
17.3" (43.94cm) FHD
Note that Model B computers include a 2nd Design Style
for the Top Cover
17.3" (43.94cm) FHD, 120Hz
Supports 3D solution with NV 3D VISION Kit
(with 2 Shutter Glasses)
Built-in 3D IR Emitter
Microphone Built-In Microphone Built-In Array Microphone Built-In Microphone
Illuminated Touchpad
No Yes No
PC Camera
2.0M FHD PC Camera Module
Dual PC Camera Module
(5.0M Pixels / 1.0M HD)
2.0M FHD PC Camera
Module
RAID Level Description
RAID 0
(at lease two hard disks/
SSDs needed)
Identical drives reading and writing data in p arallel to increase performance. R AID 0 i mplement s a stripe d
disk array and the data is broken into blocks and each block is written to a separate disk drive.
RAID 1
(at lease two hard disks/
SSDs needed)
Identical drives in a mirrored configuration used to protect data. Should a drive that is part of a mirrored
array fail, the mirrored drive (which contains identical data) will handle all the data. When a new replacement drive is installed, data to the new drive is rebuilt from the mirrored drive to restore fault to lerance.
Recovery
(at lease two hard disks/
SSDs needed)
Two Identical drives copying data between a master and a recovery disk. This provides more control over how
data is copied between the master and recovery drives, fast volume updates and the ability to view the data in
Windows Explorer.
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Prepare the following before setting up your serial ATA
hard disks in RAID mode:
1. The Microsoft Windows 8 OS disc.
2. A hard disk installed in the Primary HDD bay.
3. A second (identical) hard disk installed in the Secondary HDD
bay.
4. The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.
5. A USB flash drive.
6. An operable computer (to copy files from the Device Drivers &
Utilities + User’s Manual disc to the USB flash drive).
Note: All hard disks in a RAID should be identical (the
same size and brand) in order to prevent unexpected system behavior.
RAID Setup Procedure
Before setting up the system you will need to copy a driver
folder (on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
disc) to a USB flash drive or external USB hard disk.
However you will need to go to an operable computer and
copy the driver folder to a USB flash drive or external
USB hard disk.
1. Go to the operable computer and insert a USB flash drive or
external USB hard disk.
2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into
the CD/DVD drive of the operable computer.
3. Copy the f6flpy-x64 folder from the location below (D: denotes
your DVD drive) on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s
Manual disc to the USB flash drive or external USB hard disk.
• For Windows 8 64bit = D:\Options\RAID\f6flpy-x64
4. Start-up your notebook computer and press <F2> to enter the
BIOS.
5. Go to the Boot menu, select OS Select and press <Enter>.
6. Set OS Select to “Windows 8” and set UEFI Boot to
“Enabled”.
7. Press <Esc> to exit the menu and go to the Advanced menu.
8. Select SATA Mode, press <Enter> and select “RAID Mode”.
9. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”.
10. After the computer restarts press <F2> to enter the BIOS again.
11. Go to Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (in the Advanced
menu) and press <Enter>.
12. Select Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>.
13. You can now setup your RAID volume using any two installed
disks.
14. Go to Name: and press <Enter>.
15. Type a name of your choice for your RAID volume and press
<Enter>.
16. Go to RAID Level: and press <Enter>.
17. Choose the RAID Level required (see Table 2 on page 5) and
press <Enter>.
• RAID 0 (Stripe)/RAID 1 (Mirror)/Recovery
18. Go to any of the disks listed under Select Disks: and select a
disk name and press <Enter>.
Figure 2
Name the RAID
Volume (Ad-
vanced > Intel(R)
Rapid Storage
Technology)
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19. Move the cursor down (use the arrow keys) onto X (o select the
disk required) and press <Enter>.
If you have selected a Recovery level RAID then you
need to select one disk to be Master disk (M) and one
disk to be the Recovery disk (R).
20. Y o u should select two identical disks to form your RAID volume.
21. If you have selected RAID 0 (Stripe) then you can adjust the
“Strip Size” to your requirements.
22. If you have selected Recovery then you can adjust the
Synchronization to “On Request” or “Continuous”.
23. Go to Create Volume and press <Enter>.
24. The RAID volume will then be created and the RAID information
will be displayed under Intel(R) Rapid Stor age Technology (in
the Advanced menu).
25. Press <Esc> to exit the menu.
26. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”,
however ensure that the two conditions in the bulleted
points below are met before doing so.
• Make sure the Windows 8 OS DVD is in the DVD drive and
as the computer starts up it will automatically boot from the
Windows 8 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to
boot from the DVD).
• Make sure your USB flash drive or external USB hard disk is
attached to one of the USB ports on the computer.
27. Press <F7> as the computer starts up to bring up the boot
device menu.
28. Select the DVD drive containing the Windows 8 OS DVD and
press <Enter>.
29. Press a key at system startup to begin installing Windows from
your Windows 8 OS DVD.
30. Click Next > Install Now to continue installing the operating
system as normal (see your Windows documentation if you
need help on installing the Windows OS).
31. A prompt will appear to ask you to Load Driver .
32. Click Browse and browse to the location you copied the files to
on your USB flash drive or external USB hard disk (X: denotes
your USB flash drive or external USB hard disk):
• X:\f6flpy-x64 (for Windows 8 64bit)
33. Click Next.
34. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Windows 8
operating system.
35. Install the Windows drivers as per Table 8 on page 27. Make
sure you install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology (IRST)
driver (see page 34).
Figure 3
Select
Disks
Figure 4
RAID Informa-
tion (Advanced >
Intel(R) Rapid
Storage Technol-
ogy)
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System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Models A & C)
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Clickpad Cleaning
In order to improve pad performance it is necessary to keep
the surface clean and free of
fingerprints and marks etc. Use
the cleaning cloth supplied to
keep the pad surface clean.
Disabling Clickpad
Use the Fn + F1 or Control
Center button to disable the
Clickpad/Touchpad.
Clickpad/Touchpad
Sensitivity
The mouse button zones at the
bottom of the pad measure
about 15mm from the bottom
of the pad, and the left and
right buttons are divided
roughly down the middle as illustrated below. Press the left
button zone for a left click, and
right button zone for a right
click action.
Figure 5 - Front View with LCD Panel Open
1. PC Camera (Optional)
2. *PC Camera LED
*When the PC camera
is in use, the LED will
be illuminated in red.
3. Built-In Microphone
4. LCD
5. Speakers
6. LED Indicators
7. Power Button
8. Keyboard
9. Clickpad/Touchpad and
Buttons
10. Fingerprint Reader
11. 3D Emitter (Model C Only)
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Model A
Model C
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System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open (Model B)
Figure 6
Front View with LCD Pan-
el Open
1. PC Camera
2. *PC Camera LED
*When the PC camera is
in use, the LED will be
illuminated in red.
3. Built-In Array Microphone
4. LCD
5. Volume Bar LED
6. Speakers
7. Power Button
8. LED Indicators
9. Keyboard
10. Illuminated Touch pad and
Buttons
11. Fingerprint Reader
Note that the Volume Bar
LED will not oscillate if the
volume level is set lower
than 20%
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Note that the Model B computers
feature a 5.0M Pixels / 1.0M HD
dual camera system. When the LCD
is open, the camera facing you is the
1.0M HD camera . The 5.0M
Pixels camera ( above) is located
on the top case, which will be facing
away from you when the LCD panel
is open.
Note that the top case logo LED
pictured here may differ in appearance from the design on your Model
B purchase option.
1AB
A
B
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LED Indicators
The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.
Table 3 - LED Indicators
*The powered USB 3.0 port may be toggled on /off by
means of the Fn + Power Button key combination. When
the powered USB port is on it will supply power (for
charging devices only, not for operating devices) when
the system is off but still powered by the AC/DC adapter
plugged into a working outlet, or powered by the battery
with a capacity level above 20% (this may not work with
certain devices - see page 37).
Icon Color Description
White Hard Disk Activity
White Number Lock (Numeric Keypad) Activated
White Caps Lock Activated
White Scroll Lock Activated
White
Airplane Mode is ON (the WLAN & Blue-
tooth Modules are OFF)
White Clickpad/Touchpad Activated
Orange The Battery is Charging
Green The Battery is Fully Charged
Blinking
Orange
The Battery Has Reached Critically Low
Power Status
Orange The AC/DC Adapter is Plugged In
Blinking
Orange*
The AC/DC adapter is plugged in and the
powered USB Port is on*
Green The Computer is On
Blinking
Green
The Computer is in Sleep Mode
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices
aboard aircraft is usually prohibited.
Make sure the wireless modules are OFF or in Airplane
mode if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.
Clickpad Cleaning
In order to improve pad performance it is necessary to
keep the surface clean and free of fingerprints and marks
etc. Use the cleaning cloth supplied to keep the pad surface clean.
Disabling Clickpad
Use the Fn + F1 or Control Center button to disable the
Clickpad/Touchpad.
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Keyboard & Function Keys
Table 4 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators
The keyboard includes a numeric keypad for easy numeric
data input. Pressing Fn + NumLk turns on/off the numeric
keypad. It also features function keys to allow you to
change operational features instantly.The function keys
(F1 - F11 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the
Fn key is held down. In addition to the basic function key
combinations, some visual indicators are available (in the
Windows Desktop application only and not in the Start
screen) when the hot key driver is installed.
Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators
Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn + F10
PC Camera Power
Toggle
Fn + F1 Touchpad Toggle Fn + F11
Airplane Mode Toggle
Fn + F2
Turn LCD Backlight Off
(Press a key to or use Touchpad to turn on)
Fn + NumLk Number Lock Toggle
Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle
Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Caps Lock Caps Lock Toggle
Fn + F5/F6
Volume Decrease/
Increase
Fn + Power But-
ton
Powered USB Port Power Toggle (see page 16)
Fn + F7 Display Toggle Fn + Esc Control Center Toggle (see page 14)
Fn + F8/F9
Brightness Decrease/
Increase
Fn +
Keyboard LED Toggle (see page 12)
Function Keys
Numeric
Keypad
Fn Key
Windows Logo Key
ScrLk &
NumLk
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Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers
Note that Model B computers feature a series of additional LEDs, some of which can be configured by the keyboard
controls and keyboard backlight application outlined on the following pages. Note the following keyboard LED features
unique to Model B computers.
Table 5 - Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers
Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers
Fn +
Main LED Switch (Toggle all LEDs On/Off - except
the Power Button LED)
Fn +
Turn Volume Bar LED On/Off
• Use the Main LED switch to turn on/off all LEDs
•Use the Fn + key combination to turn on/off the Vol-
ume Bar LED
• Use the keyboard LED controls and backlight application
to configure colors and effects for the T ouchpad, keyboard,
power button and top case logo LEDs
• Note that the Volume Bar LED will not oscillate if the vol-
ume level is set lower than 20%
Top Case Logo LED (Rear)
Rear Left &
Right LEDs
Power Button
LED
Touchpad LED
Keyboard
LED
Volume Bar
LED
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Keyboard LED
Press Fn plus the key to toggle the keyboard LED on/
off. The keyboard LED may be configured using the Fn +
key combination outlined in the table below. In addition
press Fn plus the key to launch the keyboard backlight
application to configure the settings.
Table 6 - Keyboard LEDs
Keyboard Backlight Application
The Keyboard Backlight application can be accessed by
pressing the Fn plus key. Click the Help button in
the application to display the configuration keys.
• Click the Custom button to display the three sections
of the keyboard which may be configured.
• Click a section of the keyboard and the color buttons will
be displayed.
• Click a color swatch to apply the color to the selected section when not overidden by any effect applied.
• Click on any of the effect buttons to apply random colors,
wave or flashing effects etc.
Figure 7 - Keyboard Backlight Application
Effect Buttons & Help
Table 7 - LED Effect Buttons
Keyboard LED Function key Combinations
Fn +
Launch the Key-
board Backlight
Application
Fn +
Toggle the Key-
board LED On/Off
Fn +
*Keyboard LED
Illumination
Decrease
Fn +
*Keyboard LED
Illumination
Increase
*Illumination Keys
Note that the keyboard illumination (increase/decrease) keys may be
used to configure the keyboard LED in Custom
Mode only.
LED Effect Buttons
Random Color Up/Down Wave
Dancing Effect Breathing (All Colors)
Tempo Beat
Cycle (Colors as Selected in
RGB)
Flashing
Custom - Display & Configure
Keyboard Sections & Colors
Help Button
Keyboard Sections
Effect Buttons
Color Swatches
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Control Center
When in the Windows Desktop applic ation (not in the Start screen), press the Fn + Esc key combination, or doubleclick the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the Control Center on/off. The Control Center gives
quick access to frequently used controls, and enables you to quickly turn modules on/off.
Figure 8 - Control Center
Click on any button to turn any of the modules (e.g. TouchPad, Camera) on/off. Click on Power Conservation to switch
between Performance, Balanced or Energy Star modes. Click on the buttons (or just click and hold the mouse button)
to adjust the slider for Brightness/Volume. Click on Display Switch/Time Zone/ Desktop Background to bring up
the appropriate Windows control panel. Click on the Sleep button to put the computer into Hibernate or Sleep modes.
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Power Status
The Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapter
plugged in to a working power outlet. The power status
bar will show the current battery charge state.
Brightness
The Brightness icon will show the current screen brightness level. You can use the slider to adjust the screen
brightness or the Fn + F8/F9 key combinations, or use the
Fn + F2 key combination to turn off the LED backlight
(press any key to turn it on again). Note that screen brightness is also effected by the Power Mode selected.
Volume
The Volume icon will show the current volume level. You
can use the slider to adjust the volume or the Fn + F5/F6
key combinations, or use the Fn + F3 key combination to
mute the volume.
Power Conservation
This system supports Energy Star power management
features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into
a low-power sleep mode after a designated period of inactivity. Click either the Performance, Balanced or Ener-
gy Star button.
Sleep
Click the Sleep button to bring up the Hibernate or
Sleep buttons, and click either button to have the
computer enter the appropriate power-saving mode.
Display Switch
Click the Display Switch button to access the menu (or
use the + P key combination) and select the appropriate display mode.
Time Zone
Clicking the Time Zone button will access the Date and
Time Windows control panel.
Desktop Background
Clicking the Desktop Background button will allow you
to change the desktop background picture.
Touchpad/PC Camera
Click any of these buttons to toggle the Touchpad or module’s power status. A crossed out icon will appear over the
top left of the icon when it is off
. Note that the power
status of a module, and Touchpad power, is also effected
by the Power Mode selected.
K/B LED
Click to access the keyboard setting control to configure
the keyboard LED.
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System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Models A & C)
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8
6
7
1
2
3
Front
Left
Right
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USB
The USB 3.0 ports
are colored blue. USB 3.0 will transfer data much faster than USB 2.0,
and is backwards-compatible with USB 2.0. When the powered USB 3.0 port
is on it will
supply power (for charging devices only, not for operating devices) when the system is
off but still powered by the AC/DC adapter plugged into a working outlet, or powered by the
battery with a capacity level above 20% (this may not work with certain devices - see
page 37). Toggle power to this port by using Fn + power button.
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Rear
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Figure 9 - Front, Left, Right &
Rear Views (Models A & C)
1. LED Indicators
2. Security Lock Slot
3. RJ-45 LAN Ja c k
4. Multi-in-1 Card Reader
5. Line-In J ac k
6. S/PDIF-Out Jack
7. Microphone Jack
8. Headphone Jack
9. Optical Device Drive Bay
10. Emergency Eject Hole
11. Combined eSATA/ USB 2.0
Port
12. Powered USB 3.0 Port (See
Below)
13. USB 3.0 Ports
14. Thunderbolt Port
(see page 17)
15. Vent
16. HDMI-Out Port
17. DC-In Jack
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System Map: Front, Left, Right & Rear Views (Model B)
5
8
6
7
1
2
3
Front
Left
Right
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11
13
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Ejecting Thunderbolt Devices
In order to prevent system problems make sure you do not simply pull the cable out from the
Thunderbolt port. The hardware must be ejected safely:
1.Go to the notification area of the taskbar in the Desktop App and click on the Safely Re-
move Hardware and Eject Media icon.
2.Click on Eject “Thunderbolt Device Name”.
3.When you see the “Safe to Remove Hardware” message you can remove the cable.
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Rear
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Figure 10
Front, Left, Right & Rear
Views (Model B)
1. LED Indicators
2. Rear Left & Right LEDs
3. Security Lock Slot
4. RJ-45 LAN Jack
5. Multi-in-1 Card Reader
6. Line-In Jack
7. S/PDIF-Out Jack
8. Microphone Jack
9. Headphone Jack
10. Optical Device Drive Bay
11. Emergency Eject Hole
12. Combined eSATA/ USB
2.0 Port
13. Powered USB 3.0 Port
(see page 16)
14. USB 3.0 Ports
15. Thunderbolt Port (See
Below)
16. Vent
17. HDMI-Out Port
18. DC-In Jack
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2
2
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System Map: Bottom Views (Models A, B & C)
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2
1
4
5
Battery Information
Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new
battery before using it. Completely discharge and charge
the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20
partial discharges (see the expanded User’s Manual on
the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc).
HDMI
Note that the HDMI Port supports video and audio signals
to attached external displays (Note Sound Blaster Cinema
will be disabled when you are connecting to an external
display through an HDMI connection - see page 26).
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Figure 10
Bottom Views (Models
A, B & C)
1. Vent
2. Component Bay Cover
3. Sub Woofer
4. HDD Bay
5. Battery
CPU
The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Accessing
the CPU in any way may violate your warranty.
Overheating
To prevent your computer
from overheating make
sure nothing blocks any
vent while the computer is
in use.
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2
1
5
1
1
1
4
Models A & C
Model B
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Windows Control Panel
Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open
the Control Panel. In Windows 8 right-click the lower left
hot corner to bring up the context menu (or use the Win-
dows Logo Key + X key combination) and select Control Panel.
Windows Start Screen & Desktop
The apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 8 are accessed from the Start screen and/or Windows
Desktop app. The Desktop (which runs as an app within the
Start screen) can be accessed by clicking the Desktop item in
the Start screen (or by using the Windows Logo Key +
D key combination).
Move the mouse to the
bottom left of the
screen and right-click
to access the menu.
Figure 11
Context
Menu
Figure 12
Start
screen
Screen Resolution for Metro Style Apps
(Windows 8)
The minimum resolution in which Metro style apps will run
is 1024x768.
The minimum resolution required to support all the features of Windows 8 (including multitasking with snap) is
1366x768.
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Windows Desktop Taskbar
In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the Desktop taskbar. In Windows 8 the taskbar is accessed from the Desktop application. If you are in the Start screen you will need to
click the Desktop app to switch to the Desktop (or use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination). The taskbar
is displayed at the bottom of the desktop screen, and you can see the notification area of the taskbar in the bottom right
of the screen.
Apps & Tiles
The Windows 8 Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more applica-
tions etc. Right-click on a blank area of the Start screen, and you will see the All Apps icon. Click the All Apps icon to
display all the installed applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on one screen so you will often need use the slider
at the bottom of the screen in order to view all the necessary Apps.
Windows Charms Bar
The right side of the screen displays the Windows 8
Charms Bar. The Charms Bar contains the Search,
Share, Start, Devices and Settings menus. To access up the Charms Bar move the cursor to the upper
or lower right corners of the screen, and then hover
over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate
it (the bar will be black when it is active), or use the
Windows Logo Key + C key combination.
Figure 13 - Start screen with Charms Bar
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Video Features
You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel in Windows as long
as the video driver is installed.
To access the Display control panel in Windows:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Display (icon) - in the Appearances and
Personalization category.
3. Click Adjust Screen Resolution/Adjust resolution.
OR
4. Right-click the desktop (use the Windows Logo Key + D
key combination to access the desktop) and select Screen
resolution.
5. Use the dropbox to select the screen resolution.
6. Click Advanced settings.
To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click NVIDIA Control Panel (icon) - in the Appearances and
Personalization category.
OR
3. Right-click the desktop (use the Windows Logo Key + D
key combination to access the desktop) and select NVIDIA
Control Panel from the menu.
Display Devices
Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external
VGA monitor (CRT)/external Flat Panel Display or TV
(connected to the HDMI-Out port/Thunderbolt port) as
your display device.
Multi GPU Configuration
This computer features NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface (SLI) that improves graphic quality and performance
by combining dual GPUs (two video cards are required)
in a single system.
To enable/disable SLI
Configuration:
1. Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel
.
2. Click “+” next to 3D Settings if its sub-items are not shown and
then click Set SLI and PhysX configuration.
3. Click “
Maximize 3D Performance
” under “
SLI configuration:”
.
4. Click to select “PhysX settings; Auto-select (recommended) is
the default setting.
5. Click Apply and Restart Now to restart the computer.
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NVIDIA 3D VISION Shutter Glasses Kit
(For Model C Computers Only)
The NVIDIA 3DVISION shutter glasses kit is supported
only by Model C computers with a 17.3"(43.94cm) FHD
120Hz panel.
The NVIDIA 3DVISION shutter glasses kit is supplied
with a single pair of shutter glasses and all necessary cables etc. Set up the hardware (run the set up wizard as indicated on page 23) as instructed in the manual supplied
with the kit, however make sure you have installed the
NVIDIA driver (see Video on page 28) from the Device
Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc. For further de-
tails contact your service center.
Stereoscopic 3D Hardware Setup
This computer (Model C Computers Only) features a
built-in 3D IR emitter. The effective viewing angles of
the emitter are illustrated in Figure 16 on page 23. Make
sure that you are viewing the notebook screen within the
area highlighted in order to get the proper stereoscopic 3D
effect.
Figure 14 - IR Emitter Location
Important Safety Instructions
Make sure you read all the enclosed safety instructions and
precautions included in the NVIDIA 3D Vision Kit before setting up the 3D Glasses and IR Emitter. Follow the setup instructions provided in the documentation to set up the 3D
Vision kit safely and take the “User Vision Test,” which will
initiate when you turn on your GeForce 3D Vision for the
first time. If you cannot see the image in 3D during the test,
you should DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY. Continued use may result in health-related complications.
IR Emitter Location
3D Icon
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Set Up Stereoscopic 3D
1. Make sure your 3D glasses are powered on, connected to the
USB cable provided and that the cable is plugged-in to one of
the computer’s USB ports (check the documentation provided
with the glasses kit for latest information on the glasses setup).
2. Go to the Control Panel.
3. Double-click NVIDIA Control Panel (click "Classic View" from
the left of the menu if you are in Control Panel Home).
4. Double-click Stereoscopic 3D (if the sub-menus are not
visible), and then click Set up stereoscopic 3D.
5. Click Enable stereoscopic 3D (tickbox) to run the setup wizard
(or select Run Setup Wizard from the drop-down menu at the
bottom of the control panel).
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up 3D Vision and click
“Next” to progress through the steps (this notebook has a builtin emitter).
7. During the setup procedure you will need to click to answer
questions on what you see in 3D on the screen.
8. Configure the stereoscopic 3D from the control panels (make
sure you charge the 3D shutter glasses by plugging them into
one of the computer’s USB ports using the USB cable
provided).
9. You can also select Run Setup Wizard or Run Medical Image
Test from this menu
at the bottom of the control panel.
Figure 15 - Stereoscopic 3D with Drop-Down Menu
10. The stereoscopic depth may be adjusted by using the control
panel slider.
Viewing Angles
The emitter’s horizontal viewing angle is 100 degrees.
The emitter’s vertical viewing angle is 75 degrees.
Figure 16 - Emitter - Viewing Angles
USB Connection & 3D Glasses
The light on the glasses will flash amber while charging, and solid amber when fully charged.
The glasses hold approximately 40 hours of viewing per
full charge. Flashing red indicates that less than 2 hours
of charge are remaining.
The indicator light displays for about 30 seconds after
turning the glasses on.
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Power Options
The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows allows you to configure power
management features for your computer. You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the
options for the power button, sleep button (Fn + F4),
computer lid (when closed), display and sleep mode (the
default power saving state) from the left menu. Note that
the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer
performance.
Click to select one of the existing plans, or click Create a
power plan in the left menu and select the options to create a new plan. Click Change Plan Settings and click
Change advanced power settings to access further configuration options.
Audio Features
You can configure the audio options on your computer
from the Sound control panel in Windows, or from the
Realtek HD Audio Manager
/ icon in the notifica-
tion area/control panel (right-click the notification area
icon to bring up an audio menu). The volume may also
be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination.
Audio Setup for HDMI
HDMI supports video and audio signals. In some cases it
will be necessary to go to the Sound control panel and
manually configure the HDMI audio output.
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).
3. Click Playback (tab).
4. The playback device will be selected.
5. In some cases you may need to select the audio device and
click Set Default (button).
6. Double-click the device to access the control panel tabs.
7. Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs.
8. Click OK to close the Sound control panel.
Figure 17 - Power Options
Volume Adjustment
The sound volume level can also be set using
the volume control in the Settings menu in the
Charms Bar.
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Setup for Audio Recording
To record audio sources on your computer at optimum
quality follow the instructions below:
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the notification
area icon
and select Sound Manager).
3. Click Microphone Effects (tab) in Microphone (tab), and then
click to select Noise Suppression (button), or adjust the
Recording Volume level to around 60, to obtain the optimum
recording quality.
4. Click OK to close the Sound control panel.
Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound
To setup your system for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound you
will need to connect the audio cables to the Line-In, Headphone-Out, Microphone-In and S/PDIF-Out jacks (7.1
Speaker only).
1. Go to the Control Panel.
2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the notification
area icon
and select Sound Manager).
3. Click Speakers (tab) and click Speaker Configuration (tab).
4. Select 5.1 Speaker or 7.1 Speaker from the Speaker
Configuration pull-down menu.
5. Plug the front speaker cables into the Headphone-Out Jack.
6. Plug in the cables (you may require an adapter to connect each
cable to the appropriate jack e.g a stereo mini to dual RCA
adapter) from your speakers as follows:
• Line-In Jack = Side Speaker Out
• Microphone-In Jack = Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
• S/PDIF-Out Jack = Rear Speaker Out (7.1 Speaker only)
7. As you plug in each cable a dialog box will pop up.
8. Click to put a tick in the appropriate box according to the
speaker plugged-in (e.g. Rear Spe aker Out), and then click OK
to save the setting.
9. Click OK to exit Realtek HD Audio Manager.
Figure 20 - Connected Device Auto Popup
Figure 18
Realtek HD
Audio Man-
ager - Re-
cording
Setup
Figure 19
Speaker Con-
figuration
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