Eurocom X8 User Manual

V14.1.00

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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 may not be copyrights and/or registered 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. ©February 2014

Trademarks

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

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R&TTE Directive

This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Luxembourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slovenia.

CE Marking

This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has attained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark is obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the marking in order to be allowed to sell his product in the European market.

This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC in order to attain CE Marking. A notified body has determined that this device has properly demonstrated that the requirements of the directive have been met and has issued a favorable certificate of expert opinion. As such the device will bear the notified body number 0560 after the CE mark.

The CE Marking is not a quality mark. Foremost, it refers to the safety rather than to the quality of a product. Secondly, CE Marking is mandatory for the product it applies to, whereas most q uality marking s are vo lu ntary.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

• Consult the service representative or an experienc ed radio/TV technician for help.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference. And

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

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Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This

equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

ErP Off Mode Power Consumption Statement:

The figures below note the power consumption of this computer in compliance with European Commission (EC) regulations on power consumption in off mode

• Off Mode < 0.5W

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There

may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

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

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit as below:

For Models A, B & C: Full Range AC/DC Adapter – AC in 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19.5V, 16.9A (330 Watts) For Model D: Full Range AC/DC Adapter – AC in 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19.5V, 11.8A (230 Watts)

This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.

Do not expose the computer to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable surface.

Do not place anything heavy on the computer.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele-

ment. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.

Do not expose it to excessive

heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place where

foreign matter or moisture may

affect the system.

Don’t use or stor e the computer

in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on

any surface that will block the

Vents/Fan Intakes.

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3. Avoid 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.

4. Follow the proper workin g procedu res for t he 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 if the battery is depleted.

Do not turn off the power until you properly shut down all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral devices when the computer is on.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Use only approved brands of peripherals.

Do not disassemble the computer by yourself.

Unplug the power cord befor e attaching peripheral devices.

Perform routine maintenance on your computer.

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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 and power cord).

You must also remove your battery in order to prevent accidentally turning the machine on. Before removing

the battery disconnect the AC/DC adapter from the computer.

Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC/DC ada pter may be design ed for inte rnational travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult

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your service representative or local power company .

• The power adapter may have either a 2-pr ong or a 3-prong ground ed 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 su re 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 (i.e. AC/DC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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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 overleaf.

• 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.

See also the general battery precautionary information overleaf for further information.

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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.

Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.

• Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on.

• 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.

• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, then remove the battery from the computer for storage.

• 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 pack repa ir or replacemen t to you r service repre sentati ve or qu alified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteri es 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 touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

Cleaning

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s) and screw(s) before restoring power to the system.

Also note the following when the cover is removed:

• Hazardous moving parts.

• Keep away from moving fan blades.

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.

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 or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the computer has been exposed to rain or other 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 Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off 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 Vents/Fan Intakes to be blocked. To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intakes while the computer is in use.

Travel Considerations

Packing

As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:

1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.

2. Power off the computer and peripherals.

3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.

4. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.

5. The AC/DC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won’t need a second voltage adapter. However,

check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.

6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any peripherals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’ adapters

and/or cables.

8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both hard-

ware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.

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On the Road

In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, keep these points in mind:

Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very common. Don’t check it with “normal” luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful. Avoid knocking the computer against hard objects.

Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the computer, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your computer and disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to turn it on). Note: Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.

Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in flight. These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead compartment, make sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.

Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC/DC adapter and keep your battery(ies) charged.

Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the computer. Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.

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Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in fron t of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.

• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary.

• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

• Sit straight so that your kne es, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

• Alter your posture frequently.

• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

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Lighting

Proper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

LCD Screen Care

To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors (caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for an extended period of time) take the following precautions:

• Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time.

• Use a rotating, moving or blank screen saver (this prevents an image from being displayed too long ).

• Rotate desktop background images every few days.

• Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use.

LCD Electro-Plated Logos

Note that in computers featuring a raised LCD electro-plated logo, the logo is covered by a protective adhesive. Due to general wear and tear, this adhesive may deteriorate 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. Avoid 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 distributor/supplier.

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Contents

Notice .............................................................................................................................................................I

FCC Statement ............................................................................................................................................III

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: ....................................................................................................IV

ErP Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ..........................................................................................IV

Instructions for Care and Operation ...........................................................................................................VI

Power Safety ............................................................................................................................................VIII

Polymer Battery Precautions ......................................................................................................................IX

Battery Precautions ......................................................................................................................................X

Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................XI

Servicing .....................................................................................................................................................XI

Travel Considerations ............................................................................................................................... XII

Quick Start Guide

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................1-1

Advanced Users .........................................................................................................................................1-2

Beginners and Non-Advanced Users .........................................................................................................1-2

Warning Boxes ..........................................................................................................................................1-2

Not Included ..............................................................................................................................................1-3

System Software ........................................................................................................................................1-4

RAID & AHCI Setup .................................................................................................................................1-4

Model Differences .....................................................................................................................................1-4

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Model Differences .....................................................................................................................................1-5

System Startup ...........................................................................................................................................1-6

LCD Panel Open - Models A & D .............................................................................................................1-7

LCD Panel Open - Model B Series ............................................................................................................1-8

LCD Panel Closed (Top View) - Model Series B/C ..................................................................................1-9

LCD Panel Open - Model C Series ..........................................................................................................1-10

LED Indicators .........................................................................................................................................1-11

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Models A, C & D .....................................................................................1-12

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B ....................................................................................................1-13

Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers ...................................................................................1-14

Keyboard Backlight LED ........................................................................................................................1-15

Keyboard Shortcuts .................................................................................................................................1-22

Function Keys & Visual Indicators .........................................................................................................1-23

Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ..................................................................................................1-24

Control Center .........................................................................................................................................1-25

Front & Rear Views .................................................................................................................................1-26

Right View ...............................................................................................................................................1-27

Left View .................................................................................................................................................1-29

Bottom View - Models A & D ................................................................................................................1-30

Bottom View - Models B & C .................................................................................................................1-31

Windows 8.1 Control Panel .....................................................................................................................1-32

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop .....................................................................................................1-37

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Apps & Tiles ............................................................................................................................................1-38

Desktop Application ................................................................................................................................1-39

The Charms Bar .......................................................................................................................................1-40

Windows 8.1 Taskbar ..............................................................................................................................1-42

Video Features .........................................................................................................................................1-43

Screen Resolution ....................................................................................................................................1-44

Configuring External Displays ................................................................................................................1-46

Power Options .........................................................................................................................................1-47

Running Apps ..........................................................................................................................................1-48

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................2-1

Hard Disk Drive .........................................................................................................................................2-2

Optical Device ...........................................................................................................................................2-3

Loading Discs ............................................................................................................................................2-3

Handling CDs or DVDs .............................................................................................................................2-4

DVD Regional Codes ................................................................................................................................2-5

Multi-In-1 Card Reader .............................................................................................................................2-6

Audio Features ...........................................................................................................................................2-7

Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound .........................................................................................................2-8

Setup for Audio Recording ......................................................................................................................2-10

Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ..................................................................................................2-11

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Clickpad/Touchpad Sensitivity (Models A, C & D) ...............................................................................2-12

Illuminated/Non-Illuminated Touchpad Sensitivity (Model B) ..............................................................2-12

Touchpad Configuration for Models A, C & D .......................................................................................2-13

Gestures and Device Settings ..................................................................................................................2-14

Touchpad Configuration for Model B .....................................................................................................2-20

Finger Sensing Pad Configurator .............................................................................................................2-21

Power Management

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................3-1

The Power Sources ....................................................................................................................................3-2

AC/DC Adapter .........................................................................................................................................3-2

Battery ........................................................................................................................................................3-2

Turning On the Computer ..........................................................................................................................3-3

Shutting the Computer Down ....................................................................................................................3-4

Power Plans ...............................................................................................................................................3-5

Power-Saving States ..................................................................................................................................3-7

Sleep ..........................................................................................................................................................3-7

Hibernate ....................................................................................................................................................3-8

Shut down ..................................................................................................................................................3-8

Configuring the Power Buttons .................................................................................................................3-9

Resuming Operation ................................................................................................................................3-11

Power Conservation Modes .....................................................................................................................3-12

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Battery Information .................................................................................................................................3-14

Battery Power ..........................................................................................................................................3-14

Conserving Battery Power .......................................................................................................................3-15

Battery Life ..............................................................................................................................................3-16

New Battery .............................................................................................................................................3-16

Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...................................................................................3-16

Proper handling of the Battery Pack ........................................................................................................3-17

Battery FAQ .............................................................................................................................................3-18

Drivers & Utilities

RAID & AHCI Setup .................................................................................................................................4-1

What to Install ............................................................................................................................................4-1

Driver Installation ......................................................................................................................................4-2

Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ..................................................................................................4-4

User Account Control ................................................................................................................................4-5

Windows Security Message .......................................................................................................................4-5

New Hardware Found ................................................................................................................................4-5

Driver Installation Procedure .....................................................................................................................4-6

Chipset .......................................................................................................................................................4-6

Video (VGA) - NVIDIA ............................................................................................................................4-6

LAN ...........................................................................................................................................................4-6

Card Reader ...............................................................................................................................................4-6

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Touchpad (Clickpad) .................................................................................................................................4-6

Airplane .....................................................................................................................................................4-7

Hot Key ......................................................................................................................................................4-7

MEI Driver .................................................................................................................................................4-7

Thunderbolt Port ........................................................................................................................................4-7

Audio .........................................................................................................................................................4-7

Optional Drivers ........................................................................................................................................4-9

BIOS Utilities

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................5-1

The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...............................................................................................................5-2

Failing the POST .......................................................................................................................................5-3

Fatal Errors ................................................................................................................................................5-3

Non-Fatal Errors ........................................................................................................................................5-3

The Setup Utility ........................................................................................................................................5-4

Entering Setup ...........................................................................................................................................5-4

Setup Screens .............................................................................................................................................5-5

Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................5-6

System Time & Date (Main Menu) ...........................................................................................................5-6

SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................................................................................................................5-7

System/Extended Memory (Main Menu) ..................................................................................................5-7

BIOS Revision/ KBC/EC firmware Revision / VGA Card / VBIOS etc. (Main Menu) ...........................5-7

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Advanced Menu .........................................................................................................................................5-8

Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu) .................................................................................5-9

Intel(R) Thunderbolt (Advanced Menu) ....................................................................................................5-9

SATA Mode (Advanced Menu) ..............................................................................................................5-10

Boot Logo (Advanced Menu) ..................................................................................................................5-11

Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) .................................................................................................5-11

Battery Low Alarm Beep (Advanced Menu) ...........................................................................................5-11

Security Menu ..........................................................................................................................................5-12

Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ..............................................................................................5-12

Set User Password (Security Menu) ........................................................................................................5-13

Password on boot (Security Menu) ..........................................................................................................5-13

Secure Boot Su up port (Security Menu) .................................................................................................5-13

TPM Configuration (Security Menu) ......................................................................................................5-14

TPM State (Security Menu > Security Device Support Enabled) ...........................................................5-15

Pending TPM operation (Security Menu > Security Device Support Enabled & TPM State Enabled) .5-16

Boot Menu ...............................................................................................................................................5-17

Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ........................................................................................................5-18

UEFI Boot (Boot Menu) ..........................................................................................................................5-18

Exit Menu ................................................................................................................................................5-19

Upgrading The Computer

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................6-1

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When Not to Upgrade ................................................................................................................................6-2

Removing the Battery ................................................................................................................................6-4

Upgrading the Optical (DVD) Device .......................................................................................................6-7

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) ............................................................................................................6-8

Hard Disk Size Note (Foam Rubber Insert) ............................................................................................6-15

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Bay Cover .............................................................................................6-16

Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) ..................................................................................................6-17

Replacing the Component Bay Cover .....................................................................................................6-21

Modules

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................7-1

Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode ..................................................................................................7-2

AHCI Mode ...............................................................................................................................................7-2

RAID ..........................................................................................................................................................7-2

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Application .........................................................................................7-2

SATA RAID Setup Procedure (Windows 8.1) ..........................................................................................7-4

IRST Driver Installation ..........................................................................................................................7-10

Deleting a RAID (Windows 8.1) .............................................................................................................7-11

PC Camera Module ..................................................................................................................................7-12

PC Camera Audio Setup ..........................................................................................................................7-13

Camera App .............................................................................................................................................7-14

Camera Options .......................................................................................................................................7-15

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Taking Pictures/Capturing Video ............................................................................................................7-16

Camera Roll .............................................................................................................................................7-17

Wireless LAN Module .............................................................................................................................7-21

3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation ................................................................................................7-22

Intel® WLAN Driver Installation ............................................................................................................7-22

Qualcomm Atheros WLAN Combo Driver Installation ..........................................................................7-23

Qualcomm Atheros Killer Network Manager .........................................................................................7-24

WLAN Configuration in Windows .........................................................................................................7-30

Fingerprint Reader Module ......................................................................................................................7-33

BioExcess Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation ...................................................................................7-34

Fingerprint Module Configuration ..........................................................................................................7-35

Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module ......................................................................................................7-37

3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation ...........................................................................7-38

Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation ..............................................................................................7-38

Bluetooth Configuration in Windows ......................................................................................................7-39

Trusted Platform Module .........................................................................................................................7-42

Enabling & Activating TPM ....................................................................................................................7-43

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Driver Installation ..............................................................................7-45

Initializing TPM .......................................................................................................................................7-46

Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool ................................................................................................7-48

Sound Blaster Audio ................................................................................................................................7-56

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB-3 Audio AP Installation ....................................................................................7-56

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Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ...........................................................................................................7-66

IRST Driver Installation ..........................................................................................................................7-66

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID Systems ............................................................................7-67

RAID Volume Data Verification and Repair ..........................................................................................7-69

Replacing and Reverting Recovery and Master Volumes .......................................................................7-69

Intel® Smart Response Technology ........................................................................................................7-72

Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology ............................................................................................7-73

Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver ....................................................................................................7-76

Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration ........................................................................................7-77

Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation .................................................................................7-83

Troubleshooting

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................8-1

Basic Hints and Tips ..................................................................................................................................8-2

Backup and General Maintenance .............................................................................................................8-3

Viruses .......................................................................................................................................................8-4

Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ......................................................................................8-5

Problems and Possible Solutions ...............................................................................................................8-7

Changing The SATA Mode .....................................................................................................................8-16

Changing the System from AHCI Mode to RAID Mode ........................................................................8-17

Changing the System from RAID Mode to AHCI Mode ........................................................................8-23

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Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................A-1

Ports and Jacks ..........................................................................................................................................A-2

Card Reader ..............................................................................................................................................A-2

DC-In Jack ................................................................................................................................................A-2

e-SATA/USB 2.0 Port ..............................................................................................................................A-2

HDMI-Out Port .........................................................................................................................................A-2

Headphone-Out Jack .................................................................................................................................A-3

Line-In Jack ..............................................................................................................................................A-3

Microphone-In Jack ..................................................................................................................................A-3

RJ-45 LAN Jack .......................................................................................................................................A-3

S/PDIF-Out Jack .......................................................................................................................................A-3

Security Lock Slot ....................................................................................................................................A-3

Thunderbolt Port .......................................................................................................................................A-4

(Models A, B & C only) ...........................................................................................................................A-4

USB Ports .................................................................................................................................................A-5

USB 3.0 Port .............................................................................................................................................A-5

Control Center

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................B-1

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NVIDIA Video Driver Controls

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation ...........................................................................................................C-1

NVIDIA Control Panel .............................................................................................................................C-2

Display Devices ........................................................................................................................................C-5

Configuring an External Display (NVIDIA) ............................................................................................C-6

Extending the Display ...............................................................................................................................C-7

Multiple Display Connection to HDMI-Out Port & DisplayPort ...........................................................C-10

Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar) ................................................................................C-11

Configuring an External Display In Windows .......................................................................................C-12

NVIDIA® SLI Multi GPU Configuration ..............................................................................................C-14

Manage 3D Settings ................................................................................................................................C-15

Adjust Video Settings .............................................................................................................................C-16

HDMI Audio Configuration ...................................................................................................................C-17

Audio Setup for HDMI ...........................................................................................................................C-18

HDMI Notes ...........................................................................................................................................C-20

HDMI Video Configuration ...................................................................................................................C-20

Sound Blaster Audio & HDMI ...............................................................................................................C-20

HDCP Status ...........................................................................................................................................C-21

Specifications

Processor ...................................................................................................................................................D-2

Core Logic ................................................................................................................................................D-2

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Preface

Display ......................................................................................................................................................D-2

Memory .....................................................................................................................................................D-2

Video Adapter ...........................................................................................................................................D-2

Storage ......................................................................................................................................................D-2

Audio ........................................................................................................................................................D-2

Keyboard & Pointing Device ....................................................................................................................D-3

Interface ....................................................................................................................................................D-3

Card Reader ..............................................................................................................................................D-3

Slots ..........................................................................................................................................................D-3

Communication .........................................................................................................................................D-3

BIOS .........................................................................................................................................................D-4

Operating System ......................................................................................................................................D-4

Security .....................................................................................................................................................D-4

Design Feature ..........................................................................................................................................D-4

Indicators ..................................................................................................................................................D-4

Power Management ..................................................................................................................................D-4

Power ........................................................................................................................................................D-4

Environmental Spec ..................................................................................................................................D-4

Physical Dimensions & Weight ................................................................................................................D-4

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Preface

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Quick Start Guide

Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following:

• Chapter 2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e.g. the storage devices (hard disk, optical device, Multi-In-1 card reader), Game Keys, Clickpad & Mouse & Audio Features.

• Chapter 3 The computer’s power management options.

• Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer’s subsystems.

• Chapter 5 An outline of the computer’s built-in software or BIOS (Basic Input Output System).

• Chapter 6 Instructions for upgrading your computer.

• Chapter 7 A quick guide to the computer’s RAID, PC Camera, Wireless LAN, Fingerprint, Bluetooth & WLAN Combo, TPM, Sound Blaster Audio and Intel Technology modules (some of which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration).

• Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide.

• Appendix A Definitions of the interface, ports/jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devices.

• Appendix B Information on the Control Center.

• Appendix C Information on the NVIDIA Video driver controls.

• Appendix D The computer’s specification.

Overview 1 - 1

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Notes

Check the light colored boxes with the mark above to find detailed information about the computer’s features.

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Advanced Users

If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1, “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 and “Upgrading The Computer”

on page 6 - 1 in the User’s Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Non-Advanced Users

If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them) then the information contained in this Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you up and running. Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation (more detailed descriptions of the functions, setup and system controls are covered in the remainder of the User’s Manual), but do not worry if you do not understand everything the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go. You may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a

 as indicated in the margin.

For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see “Interface

(Ports & Jacks)” on page A - 1.

Warning Boxes

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the

 symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface.

1 - 2 Overview

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Drivers

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1. 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. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed. If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already done that for you); refer to

Chapter 4 for installation instructions.

Ports and Jacks

See “Ports and Jacks” on page A - 2 for a description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.

Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 8.1) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.

Overview 1 - 3

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Windows OS

Note that the information included on the following pages is for Windows 8.1 only. In order to run Windows 8.1 (64-bit) without limitations or decreased performance, your computer requires a minimum 2GB of system memory (RAM).

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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 will find the Windows 8.1 o perating system is supported.

RAID & AHCI Setup

Note that setting up a RAID, or AHCI mode, needs to be done prior to installing the Windows OS (see “Setting

Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode” on page 7 - 2).

Model Differences

This notebook series includes different models (Models A, B, C & D) that vary slightly in design style, color and general appearance (Models B & C include two different design styles). Not all the model variants, colors, configurations, buttons etc., are pictured in this manual. Note that though your computer may look slightly different from that pictured throughout this manual, all ports, jacks and general functions are the same for all the design styles (see “Specifications” on page D - 1 for further details). See the table overleaf for an outline of some of the model differences.

1 - 4 Overview

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Model Differences

This notebook series includes four different model types that mainly differ as indicated in the table below. Note that your model may appear slightly different from those pictured in this manual, and not all models are pictured.

Feature Model A

Microphone

Touchpad or

Clickpad

PC Camera

Power Supply

Thunderbolt

Port

Dimensions &

Weight

Built-In Microphone Built-In Array Microphone Built-In Microphone

Built-In Clickpad

2.0M FHD PC Video Camera

Model B Series

(2 Design Styles)

Built-In Illuminated or Non-

Illuminated Touchpad

Dual Camera 5.0M Pixels / 2.0M FHD PC Video

Camera

330 Watts AC/DC Adapter

Supported N/A

See “Physical Dimensions & Weight” on page A - 4

Model C Series

(2 Design Styles)

Built-In Non-

Illuminated Touchpad

Table 1 - 1 - Model Differences

Model Differences 1 - 5

Model D

Built-In Clickpad

2.0M FHD PC Video Camera

230 Watts AC/DC

Adapter

135°

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Shutdown

Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut

Down command from the Power item in Settings in the Charms Bar (use the Windows Logo Key + C key combina- tion to access the Charms Bar) in Windows 8. This will help prevent hard disk or

system problems.

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface.

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

3. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack on the right of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an

outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter (make sure you use the adapter when first setting up the computer, as to safeguard the computer during shipping the battery will be locked to not power the system until first connected to the AC/DC adapter).

4. Use one hand to raise the

the other hand (as illustrated in Figure 1 - 1 below) to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).

5. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle, and press the power button.

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

1 - 6 System Startup

lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (it is preferable

not to exceed 135 degrees

);

use

LCD Panel Open - Models A & D

Figure 1 - 2

LCD Panel Open

Models A & D

1. Built-In 2.0M FHD PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Microphone

4. LCD

5. Speakers

6. LED Status Indicators

7. Power Button

8. Illuminated Keyboard

9. Clickpad and Buttons

10. Fingerprint Reader Module

5 5

Note that the Clickpad and Buttons has a valid operational area indicated within the dotted lines above.

See “Click-

pad/Touchpad Sensitivity

(Models A, C & D)” on page 2

- 12.

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LCD Panel Open - Models A & D 1 - 7

Figure 1 - 3

LCD Panel Open

Model B

1. Built-In 2.0M FHD PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Array Microphone

4. LCD

5. Volume Bar LED

6. Speakers

7. Power Button LED

8. LED Status Indicators

9. Illuminated Keyboard

10.Illuminated/NonIlluminated Touchpad

11. Touchpad Buttons

12. Fingerprint Reader Module

Note that the Volume Bar LED will not oscillate if the volume level is set lower than 20%

Note that the Illuminated/ Non-Illuminated Touchpad has a defined valid operational area of sensitivity indicated within the sensor area of the illustration below. See

“Clickpad/Touchpad Sensitivity (Models A, C & D)” on page 2 - 12.

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1 - 8 LCD Panel Open - Model B Series

LCD Panel Open - Model B Series

LCD Panel Closed (Top View) - Model Series B/C

Figure 1 - 4

LCD Panel Closed

Model B/C

1. Top Case Logo LED (

Optional

)

2. Built-In 5.0M PC Camera

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Top Case Logo LED

The Top Case Logo LED pictured here may differ in appearance from the design on your Model B/ C purchase option.

Note that the Top Case Logo LED is optional.

The Top Case Logo LED can be configured from the keyboard backlight application (see page 1 -

17).

Model B & C computers feature a 5.0M Pixels / 2.0M FHD dual camera system. When the LCD is open, the camera facing you is the 2.0M FHD camera (see Figure

1 - 3 on page 1 - 8). 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.

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LCD Panel Closed (Top View) - Model Series B/C 1 - 9

Figure 1 - 5

LCD Panel Open

Model C Series

1. Built-In 2.0M FHD PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Array Microphone

4. LCD

5. Speakers

6. Power Button

7. LED Status Indicators

8. Illuminated Keyboard

9. Touchpad and Buttons

10. Fingerprint Reader Module

Note that the Touchpad and Buttons has a valid operational area indicated within the dotted lines above. See “Clickpad/

Touchpad Sensitivity (Models A, C & D)” on page 2 - 12.

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LCD Panel Open - Model C Series

1 - 10 LCD Panel Open - Model C Series

LED Indicators



Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any portable electronic transmission devices (e.g. WLAN or Bluetooth) aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure any wireless modules are OFF (i.e. the system is in Airplane Mode) if you are using the computer aboard aircraft.

Use Fn + F11 Airplane Mode key combination to toggle Airplane Mode On/ Off, and check the LED indicator for the power status.

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

Icon Color Description Icon Color Description

Number Lock is Activated

White

Orange The Battery is Charging

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Caps Lock is Activated

White

Scroll Lock is Activated

White

White Hard Disk Activity Orange

Airplane Mode is ON (the

White

WLAN & Bluetooth Modules are OFF)

Clickpad/Touchpad

Activated

Blinking Orange

Green

Blinking

Orange

Green The Computer is On

Blinking

Green

Table 1 - 2 - LED Indicators

The Battery has Reached

Critically Low Power

Status

The Battery is Fully

Charged

AC/DC Power is Plugged

The Powered USB Port is On

(see

Port Power” on page 1 - 27

The Computer is in Sleep

“USB 3.0 Ports & USB

)

Mode

LCD Panel Open - Model C Series 1 - 11

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Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change, you can use any standard USB keyboard. The system will detect and enable it automatically. However special functions/hot-keys unique to the system’s regular keyboard may not work.

Num Lk & Scr Lk

Hold down the Fn Key and Scr Lk/Num Lk to enable scroll lock/number lock, and check the LED indicator for status.

Play/Pause Key

Function Keys

Scr Lk Key

Game Control Keys

Num Lk Key

Windows Logo Key

Fn Key

Keypad

Numerical

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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 numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that NumLk is on.

Quick Start Guide

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Models A, C & D

The illuminated keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. See Table , on page 1 - 23 for full function key combination details.

Figure 1 - 6 - Illuminated LED Keyboard - Models A, C & D

1 - 12 Illuminated LED Keyboard - Models A, C & D

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B

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Other Keyboards

Num Lk & Scr Lk

Hold down the Fn Key and Scr Lk/Num Lk to enable scroll lock/number lock, and check the LED indicator for status.

Play/Pause Key

Function Keys

Scr Lk Key

Game Control Keys

Num Lk Key

Windows Logo Key

Fn Key

Keypad

Numerical

Volume Bar LED Toggle

Main LED Switch



Special Characters

Figure 1 - 7 - Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B

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Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B 1 - 13

Top Case Logo LED (Rear)

Rear Left & Right LEDs

Power Button

LED

Touchpad LED

Keyboard LED

Volume Bar

LED

Quick Start Guide

Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers

Note that some Model B computer designs 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.

Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers

1 - 14 Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B

Fn +

Main LED Switch (Toggle all LEDs On/Off)

Turn Volume Bar LED On/Off

• Use the Main LED switch to turn on/off all LEDs

(except Power Button)

•Use the Fn +

key combination to turn on/off the

Volume Bar LED

• Use the keyboard LED controls and backlight application to configure colors and effects for the Touchpad, keyboard, power button and top case logo LEDs

• Note that the Volume Bar LED will not oscillate if

the volume level is set lower than 20%

Figure 1 - 8

Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers

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2 3

Keyboard Backlight 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 keyboard backlight application to configure the settings (see overleaf). The keyboard backlight LED may be toggled on/off by using the Control Center button (see overleaf).

Main Keyboard LED Function key Combinations

key to launch the

Fn +

(For Model B Only = Main LED Switch - All LEDs On/Off

Launch the Keyboard Backlight Application

Toggle the Keyboard Backlight On/Off

except Power Button)

Keyboard LED Illumination Decrease

(see Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 19)

Keyboard LED Illumination Increase

(see Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 19)

Table 1 - 3 - Main Keyboard LEDs

Keyboard Backlight LED 1 - 15

2 3

234

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The combination of the Fn key and numerical keypad keys listed below allow you to turn the LED on/off for parts of the keyboard, and the touchpad (if applicable).

Keyboard LED Section Function key Combinations

Fn + 7

Fn + 8

Fn + 9

Fn + 5

Left keyboard LED on/off

Middle keyboard LED

on/off

Right keyboard LED

on/off

Touchpad LED (and Top

Case Logo LED) on/off (for

models supporting an illuminated touchpad)

Table 1 - 4 - Keyboard LED Section Function Key Combinations

1 - 16 Keyboard Backlight LED

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Help Button

Keyboard Sections

Color Swatches

Effects Buttons

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Top Case Logo LED

Configuration

The Top Case Logo LED (for those models supporting this feature) is configured using the touchpad configuration control. Colors and settings applied to the touchpad will also be applied to the Top Case Logo LED.

Keyboard Backlight Application (for Illuminated Keyboards)

The Keyboard Backlight application can be accessed by pressing the Fn plus key (or by clicking the button in the Gaming section of the Control Center). Note this will also affect the LEDs (e.g. Touchpad, Power Button, Top Case Logo etc.) for Model B computers.

Figure 1 - 9 - Keyboard Backlight Application

Keyboard Backlight LED 1 - 17

Full Color Swatch 8 Color Scheme Swatch

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Brightness

Click on any of the numbers (0 - 3) on the brightness bar to set the brightness level of the keyboard backlight.

Color Swatch

The color swatch in the top right of the screen allows you to select a range of colors for your keyboard backligh t by clicking on the color required. You can choose to display the swatch either in Full Color or as an 8 Color Scheme (note that if your system features an illuminated Touchpad and/or top case logo it can be only configured in 8 colors). Click the Custom mode button to select any colors from the swatch and to apply your chosen colors to parts of the keyboard (and touchpad if applicable).

1 - 18 Keyboard Backlight LED

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Illumination Keys

Note that the keyboard illumination (increase/decrease) keys may be used to configure the keyboard LED in Cus-

tom Mode only.

Modes

The buttons surrounding the swatch allow you to alter the effects of the keyboard backligh t. Click on any of the buttons to view the effects on the keyboard. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the setting.

Mode Buttons

Custom - Display & Configure

Keyboard Sections & Colors

Random Color

Breathe (All Colors)

Cycle Colors

Wave Up/Down

Dancing Effect

Temp o Beat

Flashing

Table 1 - 5 - Mode Buttons

Keyboard Backlight LED 1 - 19

Quick Start Guide

Preview

The bottom left section of the application allows you to preview setting changes made to colors on the keyboard and touchpad/Top Case Logo (if applicable).

Figure 1 - 10 - Preview

Keyboard (and Touchpad) Sections

The bottom right section of the application allows you to select partial areas, or all, of the keyboard (and touchpad/Top Case Logo if applicable) on which to apply the color changes and effects.

1 - 20 Keyboard Backlight LED

Figure 1 - 11 - Keyboard Sections

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Sets

The application allows you to save up to 3 sets of color and effect combinations. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the settings.

Figure 1 - 12 - Sets

Save & Exit

Click Exit to quit the application without saving, or Save to exit and retain the settings.

Figure 1 - 13 - Save & Exit

Keyboard Backlight LED 1 - 21

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Windows Logo

Keyboard Shortcut

Use the Windows logo key + D key com- bination to switch between the Start screen and Windows Desktop.

Quick Start Guide

Keyboard Shortcuts

The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navigation/operation in

Windows

1 - 22 Keyboard Backlight LED

Windows Logo

Key +

Tap Winkey

CDisplay Charms menu D Switch to the Windows Desktop app and toggle show Desktop

F Display file Search

I Open the Settings charm

K Open the Connect charm

L Lock the computer and display the Lock screen P Display the Second Screen menu (see Figure 1 - 36 on page 1 - 46) R Switch to the Windows Desktop app and display the Run dialog box Z Access the Customize Bar (see Figure 1 - 27 on page 1 - 35)

Description

Toggle between the Start screen and the foremost running app or the

Windows Desktop app

Switch to the Windows desktop and launch Windows Explorer with

Computer displayed

Table 1 - 6 - Keyboard Shortcuts

Quick Start Guide

Function Keys & Visual Indicators

The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down.

Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators

Fn +

Fan Control

Toggle Automatic /

Full Power

Play/Pause

(in Audio/Video Programs)

Touchpad Toggle

Turn LCD Backlight Off

(Press a key to or use Touchpad to turn

on)

Mute Toggle

Sleep Toggle Fn + Power Button Powered USB 3.0 Port Power Toggle

Volume Decrease/Increase

Table 1 - 7 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators

Fn +

Display Toggle

Control Center Toggle (see over)

Brightness Decrease/Increase

PC Camera Power

Toggle

Airplane Mode

Toggle

Keyboard LED Toggle

Keyboard Backlight LED 1 - 23



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.

Touchpad for

Model B & C Computers

Clickpad for

Model A & D Computers

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Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

The Clickpad/Touchpad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports. The Clickpad/Touchpad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse (see page 2 - 11).

Clickpad Sensitivity (Models A & D)

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.

Illuminated/Non-Illuminated Touchpad Sensitivity (Models B & C)

Note that the illuminated/non-illuminated Touchpad has a defined valid operational area of sensitivity indicated within a defined sensor area; 4 mm from the top/bottom of the Touchpad edges, and 5 mm from the left/right sides of the Touchpad of the illustration below:

1 - 24 Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

Figure 1 - 15 - Clickpad/Touchpad Sensitivity

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Control Center Access

To run the Control Center press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar.

Close the Control Center by clicking the close icon in the top right of the panel (move the cursor onto the top right corner of the panel to highlight it).

Control Center

When in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls and enables you to quickly turn the camera/Touch

Pad on/off (see Appendix B for full details).

in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the Control Center on/off. The

Figure 1 - 16 - Control Center

Control Center 1 - 25

Figure 1 - 17

Front & Rear Views

LED Power Indicators

2. Fan Outlet/Intake

3. HDMI-Out Port

4. USB 3.0 Port

5. DC-In Jack

6. Rear Left & Right

LEDs (Models B & C Only)

See Appendix A for a more detailed description of the ports & jacks etc.

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HDMI Port

Note that the HDMI Port supports video and audio signals to attached external displays (also see “HDMI Audio Configuration” on page C - 17).

USB 3.0 Ports

Note that the connections to the USB ports only fit one way, do not force them. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by their blue color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

See Appendix A for a more detailed description of the ports & jacks etc.

2 2

Models A & D

Models B & C

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Front & Rear Views

1 - 26 Front & Rear Views

Right View

Figure 1 - 18

Right View

1. Optical Device Drive Bay

2. Combined eSATA/ USB 2.0 Port

3. Powered USB 3.0 Port

4. USB 3.0 Port

5. Thunderbolt Port (For

Models A, B

& C

Only)

6. Rear LED (Models B & C Only)

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USB 3.0 Ports & USB Port Power

Note that the connections to the USB ports only fit one way, do not force them. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by their blue color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

The powered USB 3.0 port can supply power (for charging devices only, not for op- erating 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 8 - 12). Toggle power to this port by using Fn + power button (press for around 1 to 2 seconds to toggle).

See Appendix A for a more detailed description of the ports & jacks etc.

Models A & D

Models B & C

Quick Start Guide

Right View 1 - 27



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 (see

“Thunderbolt Port” on page A - 4).

Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is accessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”. Stop the disk first then eject it, or press the stop button twice.

CD/DVD 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 any object that may break and become lodged in the hole. 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.

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1 - 28 Right View

Left View

Figure 1 - 19

Left View

1. Security Lock Slot

2. RJ-45 LAN Jack

3. Multi-In-1 Card Reader

4. Line-In Jack

5. S/PDIF-Out Jack

6. Microphone-In Jack

7. Headphone-Out Jack

8. Rear LED (Models

B & C Only)

4 5 6 7

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Multi-in-1 Card Reader

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

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC

SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC

MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

See Appendix A for a more detailed description of the ports & jacks etc.

Models A & D

Models B & C

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Left View 1 - 29

Figure 1 - 20

Bottom View

Models A & D

1. Fan Outlet/Intake

2. Component Bay Cover

3. Sub Woofer

4. Battery

5. HDD Bay



Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan intake(s) while the computer is in use.



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 “Battery Information” on page 3 - 14 for full instructions.

1 1 1

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Bottom View - Models A & D

1 - 30 Bottom View - Models A & D

Bottom View - Models B & C

Figure 1 - 21

Bottom View

Models B & C

1. Fan Outlet/Intake

2. Component Bay Cover

3. Sub Woofer

4. Battery

5. HDD Bay



Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan intake(s) while the computer is in use.



Battery Information

1 1 1

Quick Start Guide

Bottom View - Models B & C 1 - 31

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Windows Versions

Note that the information included on the following pages is for Windows 8.1 only.

The Windows 8 interface is slightly different in appearance and in methods of navigation, and a separate manual is provided on the De-

vice Drivers & Manual Disc with reference to

Windows 8.

Move the mouse to the bottom left

Start ScreenDesktop app

of the screen and right-click to access the menu.

Quick Start Guide

Windows 8.1 Control Panel

Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. R

ight-click the lower left hot corner to bring up the context menu (or use the Win-

dows Logo Key + X key combination)

Desktop app or Start screen.

and select Control Panel in both the

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Figure 1 - 22 - Windows Context Menu

Right-click the Start button in the Desktop app (or use the Windows Logo Key

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Display Most

Recently Used

Apps

If you are in the Start screen, Desktop or an app you can move your mouse to the upper left corner of the screen to get back to the most recently used app.

To view all the most recently used Apps hover over the top left of the screen and then move the mouse down along the left side of the screen to display the list.

Move the mouse to the bottom left of the screen

and right-click the Start button to access the menu.

+ X key combination) to bring up an advanced context menu of useful features

such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, File Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connections etc.

Figure 1 - 23 - Advanced Context Menu (Right-Click Start Button)

Quick Start Guide

Windows 8.1 Control Panel 1 - 33

Quick Start Guide

The Control Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8.1.

•Click Search in the Windows Charms Bar (see previous page) and the search pane will pop out. Type

Control Panel and select it from the results to the left.

Figure 1 - 24 - Search (Control Panel)

• Click on This PC (in Apps, or you can to pin This PC to the Start screen), click on Computer in the top menu and select Open Control Panel from the ribbon.

Figure 1 - 25 - Open Control Panel (Computer)

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Quick Start Guide

• When in the Desktop app (this does not apply to the Start screen) click on Settings in the Windows Charms Bar and select Control Panel from the menu.

Figure 1 - 26 - Settings Charms Bar (Desktop App Only)

• Click the arrow at the bottom of the Start screen and click Control Panel in Apps (Windows System).

Figure 1 - 27 - All Apps - Control Panel

Windows 8.1 Control Panel 1 - 35

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Keyboard Shortcut to Control Panel

You can also use keyboard shortcuts to access the Control Panel. Press the Windows logo key and X to bring up the context menu, and then press P to bring up the Control Panel. Alternatively press the Windows logo key and R to bring up the Run dialog box, and then type “Control Panel” and press Enter to access the Control Panel.

Quick Start Guide

• Right-c lick the Start button to bring up the menu and select Control Panel (see Figure 1 - 23 on page 1

- 33).

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Quick Start Guide

Desktop App

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop

The Apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 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). Click the arrow at the bottom of the Start screen to access Apps.

Figure 1 - 28 - Windows Start Screen

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 37

Click the arrow at the bottom of the screen to access All Apps

Quick Start Guide

Apps & Tiles

The Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more 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.

Accessing Pining/Unpinning All Apps

You can add and remove the tiles for apps and control panels in the Start screen. Right-click on a blank area of the Start screen, and you will see the Customize icon. Click the Customize icon to display all the installed

applications etc. Right-click any icon to bring up the menu at the bottom of the screen and you can then click the appropriate icon to pin the App to (or unpin from) the Start screen, or to the taskbar in the Desktop applica- tion (you can also open the app in a new window, run as administrator or open the file location).

Figure 1 - 29 - Customize Apps

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Quick Start Guide

Move the mouse to the bottom left of the screen and click to switch back to the Start screen.

Desktop Application

When the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen or use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination) you can use lower left hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop app. To do so move your mouse to hover over the bottom left corner of the Desktop app and left-click.

When you move to the lower left hot corner in the Start screen it will take you back to your most recently used app (if one is running).

Figure 1 - 30 - Desktop

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 39

Move the mouse over a Charms Bar icon to activate the menu

Move the mouse to the top/lower right icons to activate the Charms Bar

Quick Start Guide

The Charms Bar

The right side of the screen displays the 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 1 - 31 - Start Screen with Charms Bar

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Quick Start Guide

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Charms Bar - TouchPad Access

To quick access the Charms Bar using the TouchPad:

1. Place your finger off the TouchPad (slightly to the right of the

pad resting on the computer).

2. Move your finger across to the left on to the TouchPad.

3. The Charms Bar will then pop-up.

Charms Bar Items

• Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control panel settings with instantaneous results.

•Share : This button is used to share information with people via mail or social networks.

•Start : Click to bring up the Start screen (the same function as pressing the Windows Logo Key or click-

ing the bottom left of the screen).

• Devices : Click this button to change connected peripheral device settings e.g. an external display.

• Settings : This button gives instant access to the computer settings, such as Network, Audio, Notifications, Power and Keyboard (click Change PC Settings to activate the PC Settings menu).

Figure 1 - 32 - Settings Menu

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 41

Quick Start Guide

Windows 8.1 Taskbar

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the taskbar (system tray). In Windows 8.1 the taskbar is accessed from the Desktop application; if you are in the Start

screen you will need to switch to the Desktop. The taskbar is displayed at the bottom of the Desktop screen, and you can see the notification area (system

tray) of the taskbar in the bottom right of the screen. Some of the control panels and applications referred to during the course of this manual can be accessed from here.

Figure 1 - 33 - Desktop Taskbar & Notification Area (System Tray)

You can pin/unpin apps to/from the taskbar in much the same way as you can to the Start screen (see “Accessing

Pining/Unpinning All Apps” on page 1 - 38).

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NVIDIA Video Driver Controls

More detailed video controls are provided by the NVIDIA Control Panel. For more detailed information see Appendix C/

Appendix D.

You can also access the control panels by right-clicking the desktop and selecting NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 35

on page 1 - 45).

Video Features

To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows:

1. Go to the Control Panel.

2. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category.

3. Adjust resolution.

4. You can right-click the desktop and select Screen resolution (Figure 1 - 34).

5. Use the dropbox to select the screen Resolution (Figure 1 - 34).

6. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 34) to bring up the Advanced properties tabs.

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Video Options

Note that card types, specifications and drivers are subject to continual updates and changes. Check with your distributor/supplier for the latest details on video cards supported.

Quick Start Guide

Screen Resolution

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Figure 1 - 34 - Screen Resolution

To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:

1. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 35).

2. Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 35) in the Windows control panel.

Quick Start Guide

Figure 1 - 35 - NVIDIA Control Panel

Video Features 1 - 45

1. Attach your display to the appropriate port, and turn it on.

2. Go the Charms Bar, select Devices.

3. Click Project (you may need to click Second Screen).

4. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend or Second screen only.

Quick Start Guide

Configuring External Displays

You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances and Personalization) in Windows when running the Desktop app (see “Desktop Application ” on page 1 - 39). It is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item in the Charms Bar (see “The

Charms Bar” on page 1 - 40).

To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar):

Figure 1 - 36 - Second Screen (Devices)

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Quick Start Guide

Charms Bar Desktop App Start Screen

Power Options

Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in Set- tings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8.1 may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/ Sleep to the menu - see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 10). You can also use the context menu (Shut down or sign out) shut the computer down/restart etc.

Shut Down, Restart or Sleep (Charms Bar)

1. Go to the Charms Bar and click Settings.

2. Click Power .

3. Select Sleep, Shut Down or Restart.

Figure 1 - 37 - Shut Down/Restart

Power Options 1 - 47

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Screen Resolution for Apps

(Windows 8/8.1)

The minimum resolution in which Apps will run is 1024x768.

The minimum resolution required to support all the features of Windows 8 (including multitasking with snap) is 1366x768.

These specs are the minimum screen resolution that supports all the features of Windows 8.1 on a useful physical size.

Quick Start Guide

Running Apps

To run apps in Windows 8.1 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control Settings are compatible with the system requirements.

Screen Resolution Settings

1. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination).

2. Right-click a blank area of the Windows Desktop and select Screen Resolution. Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above (see sidebar).

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Figure 1 - 38 - Screen Resolution - For Running Apps

Quick Start Guide

User Account Control Settings

If your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can't run apps, then that you have to check the status of User Account Control (UAC). Apps may fail to open when the UAC is turned off. To check whether the UAC is on or off, follow the instructions below.

1. Open the Control Panel.

2. Click on User Accounts and then click on Change User Account Control settings (or click System and Security and click Change User Account Control Settings under Action Center).

3. If the slider is in the Never notify position, then the UAC is disabled.

4. To enable or turn on the UAC, move the slider to Always notify or Notify me when apps try to make changes

to my computer (default) position, and then click OK.

Figure 1 - 39 - User Account Control

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Quick Start Guide

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Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Overview

Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer:

•Hard Disk Drive

• Optical Device

• Multi-In-1 Card Reader

• Audio Features

• Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

Overview 2 - 1

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

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Warranty Warning

Please check with your distributor/supplier before undertaking any upgrade procedures to find out if this will VOID your warranty.

Power Safety

Before attempting to access any of the internal components of your computer please ensure that the machine is not connected to the AC power, and that the machine is turned off. Also ensure that all peripheral cables, including phone lines, are disconnected from the computer.

Figure 2 - 1

Hard Disk Bay

HDD Bay

Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive(s) is(are) used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk(s) can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm. The hard disk bay is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below (note that only one model is pictured however the location of the HDD bay is identical for all models).

The computer can accommodate up to two hard disks and these may be configured in RAID, AHCI or IDE modes. Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are available in “Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)” on page 6 - 8 and.

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound volume can be set depends on the setting of the volume control within Win- dows. Click the Volume icon on the taskbar to check the setting.

Peripherals must be connected before you turn on the system.

Figure 2 - 2

Optical Device

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Optical Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual device will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage” on page D - 2). The optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 17).

Loading Discs

To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button and carefully place a CD/DVD onto the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc to click onto the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock “clicks” and you are ready to start. The busy indicator will light up while data is being accessed, or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If power is unexpectedly interrupted, insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole

to open the tray.

Optical Device 2 - 3

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

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CD Emergency Eject

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

Disk Eject Warning

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

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Handling CDs or DVDs

Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be accessed.

Note the following:

• Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.

• Do not write on the surface with a pen.

• Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.

• Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.

• Do not bend the CD or DVD.

• Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Table 2 - 1

DVD Regional Coding

DVD Regional Codes

To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on

page 1 - 28.

DVD Regional Coding

Region Geographical Location

1 USA, Canada

6China

Western Europe, Japan, South

Africa, Middle East & Egypt

South-East Asia, Taiwan, South

Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia,

Hong Kong

South & Central America, Mexico,

Australia, New Zealand

N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe,

India & Most of Africa

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Card Reader Cover

Make sure you keep the cover in the card reader when not in use. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the card reader.

Push-Push Card

Reader

The card reader features a push-in/push-out card insertion and ejection mechanism. Simply push the card to insert and eject it, however Ms Duo cards require an adapter.

Figure 2 - 3

Left View

1. Card Reader

• MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC

• SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC

• MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

Multi-In-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk (s). Make sure you install the Card Reader driver (see “Card Reader” on page 4 - 6).

PC adapters may be required for some of these cards and are usually supplied with them.

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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 notification area to check the setting.

Headphone

Configuration

It is recommended that you set the Speaker

Configuration to Stereo (not to 5.1 or 7.1

Speaker) when listening through headphones in order to maximize audio quality.

Figure 2 - 4

Realtek Audio

Manager

Right-click the icon to access the menu above.

See “HDMI Audio Configuration” on page C - 17 for a description of the audio configuration when connecting an HDMI supported display device. See also “Sound Blaster Au-

dio” on page 7 - 56.

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 notification area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon to bring up an audio menu). The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn + F5/F6 key combination (see Table , on page 1 - 23).

Audio Features 2 - 7

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 5

Speaker

Configuration (7.1)

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Auto Popup Dialog

You should enable the auto popup dialog to automatically detect when a device has been plugged-in. If disabled, double-click connector settings and click the box to enable the auto popup detection of plugged-n devices.

Connector Settings

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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 Headphone-Out, Line-In, Microphone-In jack and S/PDIF-Out jacks (note: the S/PDIF jack is used for 7.1 surround sound only).

1. Click

2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the notification area icon and

3. Click Speakers (tab) and click Speaker Configuration (tab).

4. Select 5.1 or 7.1 Speaker from the Speaker Configuration pull-down menu.

Start

, and click

and make sure you are in

select Sound Manager).

Control Panel

(or point to

Classic View

Settings

and click

Control Panel

)

Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 6

Connected Device

Auto Popup

Note: Side Speaker Out is required for 7.1 Surround only.

5. Plug the front speaker cables into the Headphone-Out Jack.

6. Plug in the other 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 = Rear Speaker Out

• Microphone-In Jack = Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

• S/PDIF-Out Jack = Side Speaker Out (for 7.1 Surround Sound Only)

7. As you plug in each cable a dialog box will pop up.

8. Click to put a check in the appropriate box according to the speaker plugged-in (e.g. Rear Speaker Out), and then click OK to save the setting.

9. Click OK to exit Realtek HD Audio Manager.

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Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 7

Realtek Audio

Manager -

Recording Setup

Setup for Audio Recording

To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instructions below:

1. Click

2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the notification area icon and

3. Click Microphone Effects (tab) in Microphone (tab), and then click to select

4. Click OK to close the control panel and save the settings.

Control Panel

select Sound Manager).

Noise Suppression (button), or adjust the Recording V olume level to around 60,

to obtain the optimum recording quality.

and make sure you are in

Classic View

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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.

Figure 2 - 8

Clickpad/Touchpad

Sensitivity

Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

The Touchpad driver installed on your system will be dependent on your computer model. See overleaf for Clickpad/Touchpad sensitivity information, and see the pages indicated below for configuration information.

• See pages

2 - 12 2 - 20

2 - 19

for Clickpad information for

2 - 29

for Touchpad information for

Models A, C & D

Model B.

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Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 9

Clickpad/Touchpad

Sensitivity

Touc hpad for

Model B Computers

Clickpad/Touchpad for

Model A, C & D Computers

Clickpad/Touchpad Sensitivity (Models A, C & D)

The mouse button zones at the bottom of the pad measure about 15mm fr om the bottom of the pad, and the left and right buttons are divided roughly down the mid-

dle as illustrated below. Press the left button zone for a left click, and right button zone for a right click action.

Illuminated/Non-Illuminated Touchpad Sensitivity (Model B)

Note that the illuminated/non-illuminated Touchpad has a defined valid operational area of sensitivity indicated within the sensor area of the illustration below:

• 4 mm from the top/bottom of the Touchpad edges, and 5 mm from the left/right

sides of the Touchpad.

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Mouse Driver

If you are using an external mouse your operating system may be able to auto-configure your mouse during its installation or only enable its basic functions. Be sure to check the device’s user documentation for details.

Figure 2 - 10

Mouse Properties

Touchpad Configuration for Models A, C & D

Once you have installed the Touchpad driver (see “Touchpad (Clickpad)” on

page 4 - 6) you can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Win-

dows, or by double-clicking the Touchpad driver icon in the notification area of

the taskbar in the Desktop app. You may then configure the tapping, buttons, scrolling, pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferences. Use the Fn + F1 key combination to toggle the Clickpad/Touchpad on/off.

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Show Video

You can get a clearer view of the gestures involved by clicking the Show Video option for each gesture item.

Select the gesture (Pinch

Zoom, Rotating, Three Fingers Down and Three Finger Flick) in the Device Settings > Settings left tree menu

and click the Show Video button to see the demonstration video.

For more details on any of the gestures see the help in the lower part of the right menu window.

Figure 2 - 11

Mouse Properties -

Device Settings

Gestures and Device Settings

The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (action) on the surface of the Touchpad to perform specific actions to manipulate documents, objects and applications.

You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties:

1. Go to the

2. Click Mouse (Hardware and Sound).

3. Click Device Settings (tab) and click Settings.

4. Use the menu tree on the left to access the user configurable settings.

Control Panel

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Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 12

Mouse Properties

(Disable Touchpad)

Disabling the Touchpad

If you need to disable the Touchpad for any reason (e.g. you may find that when using the computer’s internal keyboard you accidentally trigger the Touchpad when resting your wrists or palms on it) you can do so by using Fn + F1 key combination.

You can also set the system to automatically disable the internal Touchpad when an external USB point device (e.g a USB mouse) is attached.

1. Go to the Mouse Properties control panel.

2. Click to select Device Settings (tab).

3. Click to place a check in the “Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device is attached” check box.

4. Click OK to save the setting.

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PalmCheck

In order to improve Clickpad/Touchpad scrolling responsiveness when using onefinger scrolling, you can adjust the PalmCheck slider towards “Minimum” as per your preference.

However bear in mind that adjusting the slider too far towards “Minimum” can turn off PalmCheck altogether.

Figure 2 - 13

PalmCheck Slider

PalmCheck The PalmCheck feature helps prevent operating the Clickpad/Touchpad by accident, by recognizing when your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing.

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Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Figure 2 - 14

Tap to Click

(Enabled)

Tap to Click

Enable/disable the Tap to Click feature from the icon in the notification area of the taskbar. Right-click the Touchpad driver icon in the notification area of the task- bar and click Tap to Click to enable or disable the feature. When enabled you can use a single-tap with your finger to signify a single left mouse click, and a doubletap signifies a double left mouse click.

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Show Video

Click the Show Video button for help on gestures.

For more details on any of the gestures, select a gesture and see the text in the lower part of the right menu window.

Figure 2 - 15

Two-Finger

Scrolling Gesture

Figure 2 - 16

Zooming Gesture

Scrolling

One-Finger scrolling allows you to scroll vertically by sliding your finger upwards/ downwards along the right edge of the Clickpad/Touchpad, or horizontally by sliding your finger left/right along the lower edge of the pad.

The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows an d allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically from anywhere on the pad surface. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the pad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight continuous motion).

Zooming

The Pinch Zoom gesture can be used to perform the same function as a scroll wheel in Windows applications that support CTRL + scroll wheel zoom functionality. Place two fingers on the pad (for best results use the tips of the fingers) and slide them apart to zoom in, or closer together to zoom out.

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Eurocom X8 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

Advanced Users

Beginners and Non-Advanced Users

Warning Boxes

Not Included

System Software

RAID & AHCI Setup

Model Differences

Model Differences

System Startup

LCD Panel Open - Models A & D

LCD Panel Open - Model B Series

LCD Panel Closed (Top View) - Model Series B/C

LCD Panel Open - Model C Series

LED Indicators

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Models A, C & D

Illuminated LED Keyboard - Model B

Keyboard LED Controls for Model B Computers

Keyboard Backlight LED

Keyboard Shortcuts

Function Keys & Visual Indicators

Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

Control Center

Front & Rear Views

Right View

Left View

Bottom View - Models A & D

Bottom View - Models B & C

Windows 8.1 Control Panel

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop

Apps & Tiles

Desktop Application

The Charms Bar

Windows 8.1 Taskbar

Video Features

Screen Resolution

Configuring External Displays

Power Options

Running Apps

Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse & Audio

Overview

Hard Disk Drive

Optical Device

Loading Discs

Handling CDs or DVDs

DVD Regional Codes

Multi-In-1 Card Reader

Audio Features

Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound

Setup for Audio Recording

Clickpad/Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse

Clickpad/Touchpad Sensitivity (Models A, C & D)

Illuminated/Non-Illuminated Touchpad Sensitivity (Model B)

Touchpad Configuration for Models A, C & D

Gestures and Device Settings