Eurocom M76TU User Manual [en, de, es, fr, it]

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 Notebooks ein. Die deutsche Version des Handbuchs beginnt auf Seite 45. 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 page 89. 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 133. 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 177. Il Manuale utente completo si trova nel disco contenente driver e utilità +

Manuale utente (disco Device Drivers & Utilities + User's Manual).

Contents

Notice ................................................................................................. 1

About this Concise User Guide ......................................................... 2

Instructions for Care and Operation ................................................... 3

System Startup ................................................................................... 7

System Software ................................................................................ 8

System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models A & C ... 9 System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models B & D . 10

LED Indicators ................................................................................. 11

Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard ......................................................... 12

System Map: Front & Left Views ................................................... 14

System Map: Right & Rear Views .................................................. 15

System Map: Bottom View ............................................................. 16

Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel .................................. 17

Video Features ................................................................................. 18

Audio Features .................................................................................20

Power Options ................................................................................. 22

Driver Installation ............................................................................ 23

PC Camera ....................................................................................... 26

3.5G Module .................................................................................... 29

Wireless LAN ..................................................................................33

Intel Turbo Memory Module ........................................................... 34

Fingerprint Reader ........................................................................... 35

Bluetooth Configuration .................................................................. 37

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 39

Specifications ................................................................................... 40

Sommaire

Hinweis ............................................................................................ 45

Über das Ausführliche Benutzerhandbuch ......................................46

Hinweise zu Pflege und Betrieb ....................................................... 47

Schnellstart .......................................................................................51

Systemsoftware ................................................................................ 5 2

Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem

LCD-Bildschirm (Modelle A & C) ..................................................53

Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne mit geöffnetem

LCD-Bildschirm (Modelle B & D) ..................................................54

LED-Anzeigen ................................................................................. 55

Hot-Key-Tasten & Tastatur .............................................................56

Systemübersicht: Ansicht von vorne und links ................................ 58

Systemübersicht: Ansicht von hinten und rechts .............................59

Systemübersicht: Ansicht von unten ................................................ 60

Windows Vista Startmenü und Systemsteuerung ............................61

Grafikfunktionen .............................................................................. 62

Audiofunktionen .............................................................................. 64

Energieverwaltungsfunktionen ........................................................ 66

Installation der Treiber ..................................................................... 67

PC-Kamera ....................................................................................... 70

3.5G-Modul ...................................................................................... 73

Wireless LAN ........................... ............... ............... .............. ........... 77

Intel Turbo Memory-Modul ............................................................. 78

Fingerabdruckleser ........................................................................... 79

Bluetooth-Konfiguration ..................................................................81

Fehlerbehebung ................................................................................ 83

Technische Daten .............................................................................84

Inhalt

Avertissement .................................................................................. 89

A propos de ce Guide Utilisateur Concis ......................................... 90

Instructions d’entretien et d’utilisation ............................................ 91

Guide de démarrage rapide .............................................................. 95

Logiciel système ..............................................................................96

Carte du système : Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert

(Modèles A & C) .............................................................................97

Carte du système : Vue de face avec l’écran LCD ouvert

(Modèles B & D) .............................................................................98

Indicateurs LED ...............................................................................99

Boutons Hot-Key & clavier ........................................................... 100

Carte du système : Vues de face & gauche .................................... 102

Carte du système : Vues droite & arrière ....................................... 103

Carte du système : Vue d’en dessous .............................................104

Menu Démarrer & Panneau de configuration de Windows Vista . 105

Caractéristiques vidéo ....................................................................106

Caractéristiques Audio ................................................................... 108

Caractéristiques de gestion de l’alimentation ................................ 110

Installation du pilote ......................................................................111

Caméra PC ..................................................................................... 114

Module 3.5G .................................................................................. 117

Module LAN sans fil .....................................................................121

Module de mémoire Intel Turbo ....................................................122

Lecteur d'empreintes digitales .......................................................123

Configuration Bluetooth ................................................................ 125

Dépannage ..................................................................................... 127

Spécifications ................................................................................. 128

Contenidos

Aviso .............................................................................................. 133

Acerca de esta Guía del Usuario Concisa ......................................134

Instrucciones para el cuidado y funcionamiento ............................ 135

Guía rápida para empezar ..............................................................139

Software de sistema .......................................................................140

Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto

(Modelos A & C) ...........................................................................141

Mapa del sistema: Vista frontal con panel LCD abierto

(Modelos B & D) ........................................................................... 142

Indicadores LED ............................................................................ 143

Botones Hot-Key & teclado ...........................................................144

Mapa del sistema: Vistas frontal y izquierda .................................146

Mapa del sistema: Vistas derecha y posterior ................................147

Mapa del sistema: Vista inferior ....................................................148

Menú Inicio y Panel de control de Windows Vista .......................149

Parámetros de vídeo .......................................................................150

Características de audio .................................................................152

Funciones de administración de energía ........................................154

Instalación de controladores .......................................................... 155

Cámara PC .....................................................................................158

Módulo 3.5G ..................................................................................161

Módulo LAN Wireless ................................................................... 165

Módulo de Turbo Memoria Intel ...................................................166

Lector de huellas digitales .............................................................167

Configuración de Bluetooth ...........................................................169

Solución de problemas ...................................................................171

Especificaciones ............................................................................. 172

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Sommario

Avviso ............................................................................................ 177

Informazioni sulla Guida Rapida per l'Utente ............................... 178

Istruzioni per la custodia e il funzionamento .................................179

Guida di avvio rapido .................................................................... 183

Software del sistema ...................................................................... 184

Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello

LCD aperto (Modelli A & C) ........................................................ 185

Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore con pannello

LCD aperto (Modelli B & D) ........................................................ 186

Indicatori LED ............................................................................... 187

Pulsanti Hot-Key & tastiera ...........................................................188

Descrizione del sistema: Vista anteriore e sinistra ........................190

Descrizione del sistema: Vista destra e posteriore ......................... 191

Descrizione del sistema: Vista inferiore ........................................ 192

Menu Start e Pannello di controllo di Windows Vista ..................193

Funzioni video ...............................................................................194

Funzionalità audio ......................................................................... 196

Funzioni di risparmio energetico ................................................... 198

Installazione driver ........................................................................ 199

Camera PC ..................................................................................... 202

Modulo 3.5G ..................................................................................205

Modulo LAN Wireless .................................................................. 209

Modulo Intel Turbo Memory .........................................................210

Lettore d’impronte digitali .............................................................211

Configurazione Bluetooth ..............................................................213

Risoluzione dei problemi ...............................................................215

Specifiche tecniche ........................................................................216

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Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication. This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes. Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or m ay not be copyrights and/or registe red trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer. © May 2008

Trademarks

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovisio n Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disasse mbly is prohibited.

Intel and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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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 substitute for the expanded English language User’s Manual in Adobe Acrobat format on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc supplied with your computer. This disc also contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper

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operation of the computer.

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 Information

Regulatory notices and information are contained in the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.

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Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft

The use of any portable electronic transmission devic es aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure the Wireless LAN, Bluetooth and 3.5G modules are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.

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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 mag-

netic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

• Follow the proper working procedures 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.

• Take care when using peripheral devices.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:

• When the power cord 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.

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Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use an AC/DC adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel bu t it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply.

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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.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies.

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Power Safety Warning

Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals and cables (including telephone lines). It is advisable to also remove your battery in order to prevent accidentally turning the machine on.

Power Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered of f before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container). Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vent(s) to be bloc ked. To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s) while the computer is in use.

Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

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Battery Precautions

• 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 notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pac k repair or replacement to your servi ce representative or qual ified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully . Batteries 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 dispo s ing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal & Caution

The product that you have purchased contains a recha rgeable battery. The battery i s 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 muni cipal waste stream. Check with your local so lid 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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Model Differences

This notebook series includes four different model types (each model includes different design styles). The exact outward appearance and some of the Hot-Key buttons may appear slightly different from those illustrated in this manual, however all the ports, components and functions etc. are the same for each design style. The models differ as indicated in the table below.

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Feature Model A Model B Model C Model D

Core Logic

Video Adapter

AC/DC Adapter

LCD Type

Intel Integrated Video System (

14.1" WXGA/ WXGA+ Glare Type TFT LCD

Intel(R) GM45 + ICH9M Chipset Intel(R) PM45 + ICH9M Chipset

Internal On Chip

65W (DC Output 19V , 3.42A or 18.5V, 3.5A) 90W (DC Output 19V, 4.74A)

15.4" WXGA/ WXGA+/ WSXGA + Glare Type

Table 1 - Model Differences

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TFT LCD

) NVIDIA Discrete Video System (External On Board)

14.1" WXGA/ WXGA+ Glare Type TFT LCD

15.4" WXGA/ WXGA+/ WSXGA + Glare Type

TFT LCD

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Place the computer on a stable surface.

3. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

4. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack on the left of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

5. Use one hand to raise the illustrated in Figure 1) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).

6. Press the power button to turn the computer “on” .

lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (do not exceed 130 degrees);

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Shut Down

Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing th e Shut Do wn command fr om the Lock Button Menu in Windows Vista. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.

use the other hand (as

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Figure 1 - Openning the Lid/LCD/Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In

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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

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will find this manual refers to the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system

the drivers and utilities is available in Chapters 4 & 7 of the expanded User’s Manual on the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.

If you are installing/re-installing new system software, you will need to install the appropriate drivers. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and a hardware component e.g. a wireless network module. It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed in Table 5 on page 23. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed.

. Further information on installing

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Drivers

Operating Systems Supported

Operating

System

Windows XP

(Home Edition or

Professional)

Windows Vista

with Service

Pack 1 (64-bit)

Home Basic/

Home Premium/

Business/

Enterprise/

Ultimate Editions

For information on the Windows XP

OS see the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc.

Make sure you install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (or a Windows Vista

version which includes Service Pack 1) before installing any drivers. Go to the Microsoft website for download details, or contact your service center.

In order to run Windows V ist a without limitations or decreased performance, your computer requires a minimum

1GB of system memory (RAM).

Note

Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows Vista/Windows XP) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.

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System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models A & C

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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 if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.

Use the key combinations to toggle power to the 3.5G/WLAN/ Bluetooth modules, and check the LED indicator icon to see if the modules are powered on or not (see Table 2 on page 11/

Table 4 on page 13).

Figure 2

Front View with LCD

Panel Open

(Models A & C)

1. Built-In PC Camera (Optional)

2. LCD

3. Speakers

4. Power Button

5. Hot-Key Buttons

6. Keyboard

7. Built-In Microphone

8. Touchpad & Buttons

9. Fingerprint Module (Optional)

10. LED Indicators

TouchPad button (valid operation area)

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Figure 3

Front View with LCD

Panel Open

(Models B & D)

1. Built-In PC Camera

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(Optional)

2. LCD

3. Speakers

4. Power Button

5. Hot-Key Buttons

6. Keyboard

7. Built-In Microphone

8. Touchpad & Buttons

9. Fingerprint Module (Optional)

10. LED Indicators

TouchPad button (valid operation area)

System Map: Front View with LCD Panel Open - Models B & D

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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 if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.

Use the key combinations to toggle power to the 3.5G/ WLAN/Bluetooth modules, and check the LED indicator icon to see if the modules are

powered on or not (see Table 2

on page 11/ Table 4 on page 13).

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LED Indicators

The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer.

Icon Color Description Icon Color Description

Orange DC Power is Plugged In Orange The Battery is Charging

Green The Computer is On Green The Battery is Fully Charged

Blinking

Green

Green Caps Lock Activated Green

Green Scroll Lock Activated Orange

The Computer is in Sleep Mode

Number Lock (Numeric Keypad) Activated

Table 2 - LED Indicators

Blinking

Orange

Green Hard Disk Activity

The Battery Has Reached Critically Low Power Status

The (optional) Wireless LAN Module is Powered On

The (optional) Bluetooth Module is Powered On

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Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard

The Hot-Key buttons give instant access to the default Internet browser and e-mail program, and allow you to toggle the Silent Mode on/off with one quick button press.

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Hot-Key Button Function

Activate the Default E-Mail Browser

Activate the Default Internet Program

Toggle *Silent Mode (for power saving)

Table 3 - Hot-Key Buttons

*When enabled, Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power consumption. Note this may reduce computer performance.

The keyboard has a numeric keypad for easy numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly.

Keypad

Function Keys

NumLk & ScrLk

Numeric Keypad

Fn Key

3.5G Module Power Toggle

Figure 4 - Keyboard

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Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters. These special characters can only be produced by using the numeri c keypad. Regular number keys (in the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that NumLk is on.

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Function Keys & Visual Indicators

The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition to the basic function key combinations; visual indicators (see the table below) are available when the hot key utility is installed (see “Hot-Key” on page 25). After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar.

Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators

Fn + ~ Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) Fn +F8/F9

Fn +

Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle Fn + F11

Fn + F2

Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + NumLk Number Lock (Numeric Keypad) Toggle

Fn + F4 Sleep Toggle Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle

Fn +F5/F6

Fn + F7 Display Toggle

3.5G Module

Power Toggle

Turn LCD Backlight Off (Press a key to or use

TouchPad to turn on)

Volume Decrease/

Increase

Fn + F10

Fn + F12

Table 4 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators

Brightness

Decrease/Increase PC Camera Power

Toggle

WLAN Module

Power Toggle

Bluetooth Module

Power Toggle

Silent Mode Toggle

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Figure 5

Front & Left Views

1. LED Indicators

2. DC-In Jack

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3. External Monitor Port

4. RJ-45 LAN Jack

5. eSATA Port

6. HDMI-Out Port

7. Vent

8. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports

9. ExpressCard/54(34) Slot

10. 7-in-1 Card Reader

System Map: Front & Left Views

Front

Left

Note that the Intel Matrix Storage driver is required to enable the eSATA port (see “eSA-

TA Port Support” on page 34).

The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / SD (Secure Digital) / MS (Memory Stick) /

Mini SD (requires PC adapter) / RS MMC (requires PC adapter)

MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) / MS Duo (requires PC adapter) /

7-in-1 Card Reader

eSATA Port

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System Map: Right & Rear Views

Right

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CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption) you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole. Do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become lodged in the hole.

Media Warning

Don’t try to remove a floppy disk/CD/ DVD while the system is accessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”.

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Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the +

next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code.

DVD region detection is device dependent, not OSdependent. You can select your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer.

Figure 6

Right & Rear Views

1. S/PDIF-Out Jack

2. Microphone-In Jack

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3. Headphone-Out Jack

4. USB 2.0 Port

5. Optical Device Drive Bay

6. Emergency Eject Hole

7. RJ-11 Phone Jack

8. Security Lock Slot

9. Battery

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Bottom View

1. Battery

2. Bluetooth Module Cover

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3. RAM & CPU Bay Cover

4. Vent

5. Hard Disk Bay Cover

6. 3.5G USIM Card Location

System Map: Bottom View

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CPU

The CPU is not a user s erviceable 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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Battery Information

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new batt ery before using it. Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges.

Models A & C

Models B & D

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Windows Vista Start Menu & Control Panel

Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows Vista (and most other Windows versions) are accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop. Right-click the Start menu icon , and then select Properties if you want to customize the appearance of the Start menu.

Click here to toggle Classic View

Figure 8 - Start Menu & Control Panel

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control Panel is accessed from the Start menu, and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows (e.g. power, video, network, audio etc.). Windows Vista provides basic controls for many of the features, however many new controls are added (or existing ones are enhanced) when you install the drivers listed in Table 5 on page 23. To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle to Classic View on.

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Video Features

This computer features two different (either Intel for Models A & B or NVIDIA for Models C & D) video options.

Personalization) in Windows Vista and/or the Intel GMA Driver for Mobile control panel/NVIDIA Control Pan-

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el. To access Windows Vista Display Settings:

1. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel).

2. Click Adjust screen resolution under the Appearance and Personalization menu (or double-click Personalization >

3. Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution: (Figure 9 on page 19).

4. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors: (Figure 9 on page 19).

5. Click Advanced Settings (button) (Figure 9 on page 19) to bring up the Advanced Settings tabs.

To access the Intel GMA Driver for Mobile Control Panel (Models A & B):

1. The Intel GMA control panel can be accessed by clicking the icon in the taskbar and selecting Graphics Properties

To access the NVIDIA Control Panel (Models C & D):

1. The NVIDIA Control Panel can be accessed by right-clicking the desktop, and then clicking NVIDIA Control Panel (or from

You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Settings control panel (in

Display Settings).

from the menu (or from the Intel GMA Driver for Mobile in the Windows Control Panel).

the NVIDIA Control Panel in the Windows Control Panel).

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Figure 9 - Display Settings & Intel GMA Driver for Mobile control panel/NVIDIA Control Panel

Attaching Other Displays

Besides the built-in LCD you can also use an external monitor/flat panel display/TV (TV through HDMI-Out port only), connected to the external monitor port or to the HDMI-Out port (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) as your display device.

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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

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control panel (right-click the taskbar icon to bring up an audio menu). The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination.

Right-click the icon to access the menu above.

/ icon in the taskbar/

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

The sound volume level is set using the volume control within Windows (and the volume function keys on the computer). Click the Volume icon in the taskbar to check the setting.

HDMI Audio Configuration

As HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video signals you will need to configure the audio output as per the instructions below.

Windows Audio Setup for HDMI

1. Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port.

2. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel).

3. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).

4. Click Playback (tab), and click to select HDMI Device (Models A & B)/NVIDIA HDMI Output (Models C & D).

5. Click Set Default (button).

6. Click OK to close the Sound control panel.

7. Y ou will now be able to hear audio sources when played in

Windows Media Player.

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Click the taskbar volume indicator when HDMI De- vice is selected, and you will note that the icon at the top of the volume level indicator has changed.

Click the taskbar volume indicator when NVIDIA HDMI Output is selected, and you will note that the icon at the top of the volume level indicator has changed.

HDMI Notes

• Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMIOut port BEFORE attempting to play audio/video sources through the device.

• If you disconnect the HDMI cable the default audio playback device will not revert to speakers until the computer is restarted (if you do not wish to restart the computer then go to the Sound control panel and select Speakers as the default audio playback device).

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Figure 10 - HDMI Device/NVIDIA HDMI Output

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Power Options

The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows (see page 17) 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, computer lid (when closed), display and sleep

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mode 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.

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Note: Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista

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Driver Installation

The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper operation of the computer. Insert the disc and click In- stall Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to ac- cess the Optional driver menu.

Install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 5. After installing each driver it will become grayed out (if you need to reinstall any driver, click Unlock).

Manual Driver Installation

Click the Browse CD button in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the appropriate driver folder.

Windows Update

After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Window Update in order to get all the latest security updates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft).

Table 5 - Driver Installation

Driver (Windows Vista with SP1) Page#

Chipset page 24 Video page 24 Audio page 24 Modem page 24 LAN page 24 TouchPad page 24 CardReader page 25 Hot-Key page 25 eSATA Support page 34 PC Camera (Optional) page 25

3.5G Module (Optional) page 30 Wireless LAN (Optional) page 33 Intel Turbo Memory (Optional) page 34 Fingerprint Reader (Optional) page 35 Bluetooth (Optional)

Note: No driver installation required (see page 37) Enable Windows Update (see left)

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New Hardware Found

If the

Found New Hardware

stallation procedure, click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation procedure as directed.

wizard appears

during the in-

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Chipset

1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Video

1. Click 2.Install Video Driver > Yes.

Models A & B (Intel):

2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Models C & D (NVIDIA):

4. Click Next.

5. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Audio

1. Click 3.Install Audio Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Modem

1. Click 4.Install Modem Driver > Yes.

2. Click OK.

3. The modem is ready for dial-up configuration.

LAN

1. Click 5.Install LAN Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next > Install.

3. Click Finish.

4. The net work settings can now be configured.

TouchPad

1. Click 6.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish > Restart Now to restart the computer.

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