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Copyright©2008
All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan
CE2A1 Mini-note User Guide
Original Issue: 2008/07
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Mini-note.
Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is
subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,
recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission.
Trademarks
Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the
trademarks of their respective companies.
Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows Sound System are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
VIA C7
TM
M is registered trademark of VIA Technologies, Inc.
Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology.
All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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FCC Information to User
Safety and Care Instructions
No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you
read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you
and your computer from possible harm.
Radio and television interference
Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables
with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception. If
you use other cables, it may cause interference with radio and television
reception.
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 not cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the device and receiver
• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004-
000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC20402.
Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without
approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.
FCC RF Exposure
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
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.
15.247 (b)(4), the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner
that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in
excess of the Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093)
5.105 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements, Part
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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
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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:
---Reorient 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 dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
5.21 Regulatory information/Disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices must be in
strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation
provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the
antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution of the
connecting cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such
unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its
authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or
violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these
guidelines.
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Canadian Department of Communications Compliance
Statement
交通部電信總局
低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 (930322)
根據交通部 低功率管理辦法 規定：
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用
者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現
有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通
信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工
業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
低功率射頻電機技術規範 (920808)
4.7無線資訊傳輸設備(UNII)：
4.7.5. 在5.25-5.35 秭赫頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備，限於室內使用。
4.7.6. 無線資訊傳輸設備須忍受合法通信之干擾且不得干擾合法通信；如造成
干擾，應立即停用，俟無干擾之虞，始得繼續使用。
4.7.7. 無線資訊傳輸設備的製造廠商應確保頻率穩定性，如依製造廠商使用手
冊上所述正常操作，發射的信號應維持於操作頻帶中。
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電波障害自主規制について
この装置は、情報処理装置等電波障害自主規制協議会（VCCI）の基準に基
づくクラスB情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目
的としていますが、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用
されると、受信障害を引き起こすことがあります。取扱説明書に従って正し
い取り扱いをしてください。
Shielded Cables Notice
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded
cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Peripheral Devices Notice
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to
comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with
non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.
Optical Disk Drive Notice
The optical disk drive is Class 1 Laser Product.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this computer.
Use Conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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European Notice
For the following equipment: Notebook PC
Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member
States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Lowvoltage
Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive
(93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive
99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.
The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the
following European standards:
EN 300 328-2 V.1.2.1 (2001-12)
EN 301 489-1 V.1.3.1 (2001-09) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.1.1 (2000-09)
EN 50371: 2002
EN 55022: 2006
EN 55024: 2001
EN 60950: 2000
EN 61000-3-2: 2000
EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001
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802.11b and 802.11g Restrictions:
- European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW
EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835GHz;
- In France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465-2.4835GHz
frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use."
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About Your Mini-note
Congratulation for having purchased your new Mini-note.
This Mini-note incorporates the newest features to serve your
daily needs easily for anywhere you go.
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About Your User Guide
Welcome to your New Mini-note User Guide. This manual
introduces you to the basic concepts of your new Mini-note.
This manual is divided into eight chapters.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Chapter 3 Using Your Mini-note
Chapter 4 Multimedia Setup
Chapter 5 Connecting External devices
Chapter 6 System BIOS Setup
Chapter 7 Upgrade Options
Chapter 8 Care and Maintenance
Appendix A System Specifications
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Table of Contents
ABOUT YOUR MINI-NOTE................................................................. 10
ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE............................................................... 11
1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 17
1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT .................................................................... 18
1.2 UNPACKING THE MINI-NOTE ......................................................... 19
1.3 THE INSIDE OF THE MINI-NOTE...................................................... 20
Mini-note Status Icons.................................................................. 23
1.4 T
HE FRONT SIDE OF THE MINI-NOTE ............................................. 24
1.5 T
HE LEFT SIDE OF THE MINI-NOTE................................................ 25
1.6 THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE MINI-NOTE.............................................. 26
1.7 THE UNDERSIDE OF THE MINI-NOTE.............................................. 28
1.8 MINI-NOTE ACCESSORIES.............................................................. 29
2 GETTING STARTED...................................................................... 31
2.1 USING THE BATTERY PACK ........................................................... 32
Extending Battery Life.................................................................. 34
2.2 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE.......................................... 35
2.3 STARTING YOUR MINI-NOTE......................................................... 36
2.4 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS ............................................ 37
2.5 DEVICE DRIVERS INSTALLATION................................................... 37
Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive............................ 38
Installing the Chipset Driver........................................................ 38
Installing the VGA Device Driver................................................ 39
Installing the Audio Device Driver .............................................. 39
Installing the Glide Pad Device Driver........................................ 40
Installing the Wireless LAN Device Driver.................................. 40
Installing Bluetooth Device Driver.............................................. 41
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Installing the LAN Device Driver.................................................41
Installing the Care Reader Device Driver.................................... 42
2.6 T
URNING OFF YOUR MINI-NOTE.................................................... 42
3 USING YOUR MINI-NOTE............................................................ 45
3.1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM........................................... 46
3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS.............................. 46
Basic Keyboard Functions ........................................................... 48
Cursor Control Keys..................................................................... 50
Screen Control Keys..................................................................... 50
Windows Hot Keys........................................................................ 51
Special Function Keys.................................................................. 51
3.3 USING THE TOUCHPAD POINTING DEVIC E ....................................... 53
3.4 CONFIGURING YOUR SCREEN DISPLAY ......................................... 55
Possible Display Configurations..................................................55
Changing the Display Properties under Windows..................................56
3.5 KNOWING THE POWER SAVING FEATURES .................................... 56
3.6 WORKING WITH THE BUILT-IN HDD...............................................58
3.7 USING FLASH MEMORY CARDS..................................................... 58
Flash Memory Card ..................................................................... 58
4 F U N W I T H M U L T I M E D I A.................................................................. 61
4.1 MULTIMEDIA FEATURES...............................................................62
4.2 AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM FEATURES ................................................ 62
4.3 SETTING UP THE AUDIO DRIVER PROPERTIES ................................ 63
4.4 WINDOWS MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMS ............................................. 63
4.5 RECORDING SOUNDS ..................................................................... 64
Using an External Microphone.................................................... 67
4.6 PLAYING AUDIO AND SOUND ........................................................ 67
Using the Windows Media Player................................................ 68
4.7 P
LAYING VIDEO AND MPEG FILES ............................................... 68
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5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS............................................. 71
5.1 USING THE USB PORT................................................................... 72
5.2 USING THE EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT................................................. 73
5.3 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM ......................................... 74
5.4 USING THE LAN PORT .................................................................. 74
5.5 USING THE WIRELESS LAN........................................................... 75
6 CU S T O M I Z I N G Y O U R MINI-NOTE..............................................77
6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM .......................................... 78
6.2 USING THE MAIN MENU SETUP..................................................... 80
6.2.1 Internal HDD Sub-Menu................................................... 82
6.3 U
SING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP........................................... 83
6.4 S
ECURITY MENU SETUP ................................................................ 84
6.5 USING THE BOOT SETUP................................................................ 86
6.6 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM.............................................. 87
6.7 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS........................................................ 88
7 USING OPTIONS............................................................................. 89
SYSTEM UPGRADE................................................................................... 90
7.1 HARD DISK UPGRADE ................................................................... 90
7.2 WIRELESS MODULE INSTALLATION............................................... 91
8 CARING FOR YOUR MINI-NOTE............................................... 93
8.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 94
8.2 CLEANING YOUR MINI-NOTE ........................................................ 96
8.3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY ................................................ 97
8.4 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK .................................................. 97
8.5 BATTERY CARE GUIDELINES......................................................... 98
8.6 WHEN YOU TRAVEL...................................................................... 99
APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION...................................... 101
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATION......................................................................... 102
Processor Unit............................................................................102
System Memory........................................................................... 102
LCD Display............................................................................... 102
VGA System ................................................................................ 102
Storage........................................................................................ 103
Audio System .............................................................................. 103
Touchpad....................................................................................103
Keyboard .................................................................................... 103
Flash BIOS ................................................................................. 103
I/O Ports..................................................................................... 103
Wireless devices.......................................................................... 104
AC/DC Power Supply Adapter................................................... 104
Battery ........................................................................................ 104
Weight and Dimension ............................................................... 104
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1 Introduction
Your Mini-note is a fully Windows® compatible
portable computer. Slim, sleek ultra-portable
computer. This device matches all the demands for
high performance computing and multimedia
technology.
Your Mini-note runs a wide variety to customize your
special requirements, personal productivity,
entertainment, professional applications and
especially ideal for use on the road.
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1.1 Feature Highlight
Before we identify each part of your Mini-note, we will first introduce you to
other notable features of your Mini-note.
Processing Unit
• Your Mini-note runs on VIA C7
TM
- M microprocessor that is integrated
with 128KB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and
speed.
• Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating
systems such as Windows XP.
Memory
This Mini-note provides one memory slot for installing DDRII SDRAM 200-
pin SODIMM modules up to 2GB using 512MB, 1024MB, 2048MB DDRII
SDRAM modules.
Wide Screen LCD Display
Provides 8.9" 1024 x 600 (16:10) wide screen LCD display.
Wireless LAN
IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI card.
USB 2.0
Provides two USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission.
Graphic System
Provides blazing graphics controller embedded in VIA VX800 chipset
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PCI Local Bus Architecture
32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and
PATA hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA ATA-66 PIO Mode up to PIO
Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme.
Audio System
Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster compatible.
Flash BIOS
Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix
Flash utility program.
Power and System Management
• Integrated SMM (System Management Mode) on system chipset that shuts
down components not in use to reduce power consumption. To execute
power management, you can set up the parameter in Power Options
properties by pointing your mouse to Control Panel of Windows.
• Closing the Mini-note (lowering the cover) allows you to suspend the
system operation instantly and resume at the press of the power button.
• System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP
Program to protect unauthorized use of your Mini-note.
1.2 Unpacking the Mini-note
Your Mini-note comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping
carton. Upon receiving your Mini-note, open the carton and carefully remove
the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the shipping carton should also
contain the following items:
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; The Mini-note
; An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord
; Li-Ion Battery Pack
; CD Driver Utility and User Guide
Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or
damaged. Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you
need to ship the Mini-note or store for an extended period of time.
1.3 The Inside of the Mini-note
The Mini-note is compact with features on every side. First, look at the
inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features.
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1. Webcam 2. Color Widescreen LCD Display.
3.5. Built-in Stereo Speakers 4. LED Indicators
6. Power On/Resume Button 7. Keyboard
8. Touchpad Pointing Device
• Webcam
The Webcam is 1.3M pixels. It can be used as a communication device
that transmits instant image through network for conference.
• Color Widescreen LCD Display
The Mini-note comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a
comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 8.9” TFT color LCD with 1024
x 600 (WSVGA) resolution panels. The features of the Color LCD
Display are summarized as follows:
TFT color LCD with Widescreen 8.9” 1024 x 600 (WSVGA)
resolution panels.
Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color)
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LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of
the LCD.
Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop
computer monitor.
• Built-in Stereo Speakers
Integrated mini stereo speaker provides sound and audio output for your
multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.
• LED Indicators
Keeps you informed of your Mini-note current power status and operating
status. Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this
section.
• Power On/Resume Button
Switches the Mini-note power on and off, or resumes whenever it is in
Suspend mode.
• Keyboard
Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 80 keys keyboard with
Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 10 hot keys,
inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control
keys.
Wide extra space below the keyboard panel for your wrist or palm to
sit-on comfortably during typing.
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• Touchpad Pointing Device
Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons. The two
select buttons located at each side of the Touchpad support tapping
selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard
Mini-note mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the Touchpad to
control the position of the cursor. Use the selection buttons at each side
of the Touchpad to select menu items.
MINI-NOTE STATUS ICONS
The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the Mini-note’s current power
and operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the
system status.
1. Battery Charging 2. Drive Access
3. WLAN/Bluetooth Access 4. Caps Lock
• Battery Charging LED
Lights to indicate battery in charging status.
Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging.
When the light is off, it indicates the battery is fully charged or no
battery installed.
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• Drive Access
When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk
or Optical Disk Drive.
• WLAN/Bluetooth Access
When LED turns on indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated.
When LED lights off, it indicates that the function is disabled.
• Caps Lock
When LED turns on indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is
activated. When activated, all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase
or capital letters.
1.4 The Front Side of the Mini-note
1. 4-in-1 card slot 2. Headphone Jack
3. Microphone Jack
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• 4 in 1 card slot
The card slot supports SD, MMC, MS (Memory Stick), and MS_Pro flash
memory card format. You can use either of the 4 types flash memory
cards for extra storage media. Please pay attention to correct direction
when you insert the flash memory card. For more detail of flash card, you
can refer to Chapter 3.7
• Headphone Jack
Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set
with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening.
• Microphone Jack
Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound
recording directly into your notebook computer.
1.5 The Left Side of the Mini-note
The left side of your Mini-note provides the features shown in the following
figure.
1. VGA Port 2. USB 2.0 Port
3. Air-Outlet Vent
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• VGA Port
Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display. You
can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or
switch it to monitor only using the display hot-key.
• USB 2.0 Port
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0-
compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your
Mini-note.
• Air-Outlet Vent
Emits the heat out of your Mini-note and keeps it within operating
temperature.
1.6 The Right Side of the Mini-note
The right side of the Mini-note offers the features shown in the following
figure.
1. ExpressCard Slot 2. USB 2.0 Port
3. Locking Device Keyhole 4. LAN Port
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5. DC Power Port
Right Side Features
• ExpressCard Slot
A newly developed PC Card interface, its connector has 26 pins and has a
potential transfer rate of up to 500 MB/sec (or 250 MB/sec in each
direction).4 in 1 card slot
• USB 2.0 Port
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0-
compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your
Mini-note.
• Locking Device Keyhole
Lets you attach a Kensington security system or a compatible lock to
physically secure your notebook computer.
• LAN Port
An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN module connects your
computer to other computers/networks through a local area network
(LAN).
• DC Power Port
Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to
your notebook and recharging the battery.
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1.7 The Underside of the Mini-note
The bottom of the Mini-note offers the following features.
1. Battery Release Latch 2. Hard Disk Compartment
3. Battery Lock Latch 4. Battery Bay
Bottom of the System
• Battery Release Latch
To release the battery, first locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side in
unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to
remove the battery pack.
• Hard Disk Compartment
Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk
Drive. Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it.
• Battery Lock Latch
Push the latch to the left side to lock and secure the battery. This action is
available to release the battery when the battery lock latch has located to
unlock status at the right side.
• Battery Bay
Equipped with a choice of Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.
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1.8 Mini-note Accessories
AC Adapter
The AC Adapter supplies external power to your Mini-note and charges the
internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an auto-switching
design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. Change the
power cord if you are going to use your Mini-note in countries with different
connector outlets.
When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the
Mini-note is powered on.
Battery Pack
Aside from the AC adapter, your Mini-note can also be powered through the
internal battery pack. The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power
management enabled. You should always leave the battery inside your Mini-
note even when using the AC adapter as it also acts as a back-up power supply
in case power from the AC adapter is cut off. It is also very important to have
the battery pack always charged to prevent battery cell degradation.
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Getting Started 2
2 Getting Started
Your Mini-note is designed and pre-configured for
easy setup and use. This chapter describes the
installation steps you should follow to get the Mini-
note up and running as quickly as possible.
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2.1 Using the Battery Pack
The Mini-note is designed to operate with one of the following power sources:
• With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet.
• With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.
You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery
pack only when AC power is unavailable.
Before you use your Mini-note, install and recharge the battery pack first. The
rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack allows you to operate the Mini-note without
an external power source. When you connect the AC power adapter, the
battery immediately starts to recharge. For maximum battery performance,
fully discharge the battery before recharging it the first time. To do so, unplug
the AC adapter, turn off power management features (through Setup and
Windows), and turn on the system. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in
the AC adapter and recharge the battery.
If you do not discharge the battery completely, it fails to accept a full recharge.
Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter, or it
may cause fire or explosion.
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Installing the Battery Pack
This Mini-note provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack
into your Mini-note. With the extended nose directed toward the
compartment, insert and push the battery pack.
Removing the Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack, slide the lock latch to the end of right side to
unlock the battery lock latch (1), then slide the battery release latch to the end
of left side to release the battery latch (2), and take out the battery pack with
your finger (3) simultaneously.
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Replacing the Battery Pack
When your Mini-note estimates that the battery only has enough charge to
continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If
you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, and the hard disk
drives, your Mini-note might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.
You should always respond to the battery low indication by connecting to AC
power or turning off your Mini-note, or suspending your Mini-note to disk. If
you do not do so, the Mini-note will automatically suspend to disk and turn
off. The contents of the memory will store in the hard disk drive. You will be
unable to restart the Mini-note until you have connected to the AC adapter or
installed a charged battery. To replace the battery pack, refer to the previous
sections on "Installing the Battery Pack" and "Removing the Battery Pack."
For Window XP, the suspend mode (Hibernate or Standby) can be chosen
at Power Options of Windows's Control Panel)
Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting
the AC adapter. Failure to do so can result in data loss.
EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE
It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the
system main battery while you are on the road. You should find a working
place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen
brightness. Also, you can choose the available mode on the Power
Management item of the Control Panel in Windows.
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2.2 Connecting the AC Power Source
The AC adapter provides external power source to your Mini-note and charges
the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto-
switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.
To connect the power adapter:
1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.
2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet.
3. Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the
right side of the Mini-note.
Whenever possible, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter connected
to the Mini-note and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous
power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power
breakdown.
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y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to
be used.
y Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support
the total current load of all the connected devices.
y Before cleaning the Mini-note, make sure it is disconnected from any
external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).
2.3 Starting Your Mini-note
The Power/Resume button is found on the right-top of the base unit. Press
the Power/Resume button to start your Mini-note and check that if the Power
LED turns on.
After a few seconds, the Mini-note’s display will turn on and your Mini-note
will begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system
components are running properly. Any error found during the test will be
displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well.
After the test, the screen will also display a message "press <F2> to enter
SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer
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already made the necessary settings for your Mini-note optimal operation.
Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.
After the test has completed, your Mini-note will start to search and boot up
the operating system from your hard drive. The Mini-note normally comes
with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. Consult the
Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your dealer for
assistance.
2.4 Adjusting the Display Controls
The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by <Fn> +<F8> and <Fn> +
<F9> keys respectively. You need to press these hot-key controls after
powering on your Mini-note to suit your viewing pleasure.
The Brightness hot-key control adjusts the brightness on the LCD. The
brightness hot-key control will not set the LCD completely dark or bright; it
provides sufficient lighting to the LCD to match the external lighting of the
surrounding. The brighter the room, the more you need to increase the
brightness of the LCD.
2.5 Device Drivers Installation
If you already have an operating system installed into your Mini-note, it is best
to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of your Mini-
note. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they have
already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not, follow
the procedures below:
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INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE
To install Windows XP directly from your USB - Slim Combo Drive
(optional), please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to
select "CD-ROM Drive", then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to
Exit menu and select "Exit Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the
Windows XP installation CD into USB - Slim Combo Drive (optional) with
following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation.
Driver Installation Note:
Please be notified that whenever you install the driver utility, it should be
installed the CHIPSET Driver first.
INSTALLING THE CHIPSET DRIVER
Your Mini-note uses the advanced chipset. Installing the driver to enhance the
stability and performance.
Installing Chipset device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Chipset\Setup.exe".
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click "Next" continuously to install this driver when screen displays this
command.
5. Tick the option “I Agree”. And press “Next” to continue the
installation.
6. Click “Next” twice to continue the installation.
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7. Click “Next” to continue the installation.
8. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press
“Finish” to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER
Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter
VGA driver to your Mini-note:
Installing VGA device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\VGA\Setup.exe".
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Tick the option “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.”, and press
“Finish” to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE AUDIO DEVICE DRIVER
Your Mini-note uses the VIA Azalia VT1708B Audio controller.
Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Audio\Setup.exe"
where the audio driver is located.
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click "Next" three times to continue the following steps.
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5. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press
"Finish" to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE GLIDE PAD DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Glide Pad driver:
Installing Glide Pad device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Glide Pad\Setup.exe"
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click "Next" three times to continue the following steps.
5. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press
"Finish" to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Wireless LAN driver:
Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click Browse button and specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless LAN\setup.exe"
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click “Next” twice to execute the setup program.
5. Click “Install” to implement setup program to install this driver.
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6. Click “Finish” to complete the installation.
INSTALLING BLUETOOTH DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Bluetooth driver:
The Bluetooth device must be active before installing Bluetooth driver.
Installing Bluetooth driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Bluetooth\Setup.exe".
3. Click “OK” to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click “OK” to choose setup language.
5. Click “Next” to continue the following steps.
6. Choose “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and click
“Next”.
7. Click “Install” to implement setup program to install this driver.
8. Click “Finish” and then press “Yes” to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver:
Installing LAN device driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
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"E:\Drivers\WinXP\LAN\Setup.exe "
3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click “Next” to execute the setup program
5. Click “Install” to implement setup program to install this driver.
6. Click “Finish” to complete the installation.
INSTALLING THE CARE READER DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Card Reader driver:
Installing Card Reader driver for Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Cardreader\Setup.exe "
3. Click “OK” to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.
4. Click “Next” three times to continue the following steps.
5. Tick the option “Yes, I want to restart my computer now”, and press
“Finish” to restart your system.
2.6 Turning off Your Mini-note
If you are not going to use the Mini-note for a while, it is best to turn off the
power of the Mini-note. Before turning off the power, you need to first close
all application programs and shut down the operating system.
After turning off the Mini-note, make it a habit to leave the LCD panel open
for a while whenever used for an extended period of time. This allows the
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inside parts of the Mini-note to cool off. Closing the panel will force the heat
up against the LCD screen, which may degrade the LCD when done regularly.
More importantly, never close the LCD panel for a long period of time when
is on and power saving features are disabled.
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3 Using Your Mini-note
This chapter describes how to operate the standard
built-in features of the Mini-note.
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3.1 Starting Your Operating System
The operating system is the software foundation for your Mini-note. It is the
platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most
popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®. The Mini-note
comes with an operating system pre-installed and needs only to be setup and
configured during initial use.
3.2 Understanding the Keyboard
Functions
Your Mini-note is equipped with an 80 keys keyboard that provides all the
functionality of a full-sized 101 or 102-key keyboard. Aside from the standard
typewriter-layout keyboard of your Mini-note, there are a number of extra
features and function controls on Mini-note
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1. Function Keys 2. Control Keys
3. Windows Start Menu Key 4. Control Keys
5. Windows Shortcut Key 6. Cursor Control Keys
Keyboard
Key features and operations are described below:
• Function Keys
Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on
the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special
functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with
dual functions.
• Control keys — Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction
with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and
hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press Ctrl-
C" means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C. Key
combinations work especially to the application you are running.
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• Windows keys
Use the following two keys to facilitate your work:
Start Menu key
Displays the Start menu.
Shortcut/Application key
Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right
mouse button.
• Cursor Control keys
Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you
want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical
bar depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text
typed is inserted.
• Typewriter keys
Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and
characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when
combined with control keys.
BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS
Keypad Function Description
<Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many
text editing application programs, the <Enter> key
inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary
typewriter does.
<Esc> key. Press this key to cancel or escape from
a command or function.
<Ins> key. Known as the Insert key. Press this key
to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type
over mode.
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Keypad Function Description
+
<Fn> + <PrtScr> key. Known as the Print Screen
key. Press this key to map the whole screen to share
memory for your specific usage.
<Del> key. Known as the Delete key. Press this key
to delete the character to the right of the cursor, or
delete marked texts or items.
<Pause> key. Press this key to temporarily halt
execution of a command. Pressing any other key to
resume execution of a command.
<Backspace> key. Press this key to delete the
character to the left of the cursor.
<Shift> key. Press this key in combination with
alphabet letters to produce uppercase letters in
typing. Use this key in combination with those twocharacter keys (found on the second row of the
keyboard) to produce the upper marked keys. Also
used in most application program in combination
with other keys to execute a certain command.
<Tab> key. Press this key to move the cursor to the
next tab stop on the right. This key works much the
same as in ordinary typewriter.
<Ctrl> key. Known as the Control key. Used in
most application program in combination with other
keys to execute a certain command.
<Alt> key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in
most application program in combination with other
keys to execute a certain command.
+
<Fn> + <Num Lock> key. Activates the
embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are
color coded blue.
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Keypad Function Description
<Caps Lock> key. Used in most application
program to always activate uppercase alphabet
characters.
+
<Fn> + <Scroll Lock> key. Used in most
application program to scroll the screen without
having to move the cursor.
CURSOR CONTROL KEYS
Keypad Function Description
Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a
time.
Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one
line at a time.
Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one
space at a time.
Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right
one space at a time.
SCREEN CONTROL KEYS
Keypad Function Description
+
<Fn> + <Home> key. Moves the
cursor to the beginning of a screen or
line.
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Keypad Function Description
+
<Fn> + <PgUp> key. Moves the
cursor up one screen at a time
+
<Fn> + <PgDn> key. Moves the
cursor down one screen at a time
+
<Fn> + <End> key. Moves the cursor
to the end of a screen or line.
WINDOWS HOT KEYS
Keypad Function Description
<Start> key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu.
<Right Click> key. Performs a mouse right-click
function for Windows system.
SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS
The Mini-note has special system function keys that activate key serving dual
functions. When pressed in conjunction with the <Fn> key, these keys set
specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys".
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Keypad Function Description
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To enable the Bluetooth function.
+
To enable the Wireless LAN function.
+
Switches display between LCD, CRT, or
LCD and CRT simultaneously.
+
To enable or disable the Webcam
function.
+
To shut down or resume the built-in
system speaker volume.
+
Decreases the brightness of LCD display
incrementally.
+
Increases the brightness of LCD display
incrementally.
+
Decreases the audio volume of the Mini-
note incrementally.
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Keypad Function Description
+
Increases the audio volume of the Mini-
note incrementally.
3.3 Using the Touchpad Pointing Device
Your Mini-note comes with a built-in Touchpad pointing device that is found
on the center of the palm-rest surface.
The Touchpad offers a number of options that let you customize how it
functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click
on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the
cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button
orientation.
The Touchpad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under
Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver
that is compatible with the Touchpad device and is normally used under
Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added
features of the Touchpad, you may want to try installing its own device driver
that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device.
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1. Left Selection Button 2. Right Selection Button
3. Touchpad
Touchpad Features
Here how to use the Touchpad pointing device:
1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display
screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor
pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift
your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.
2. To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button control or
by simply tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works
best. To execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double
tap on the surface.
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3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or
selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a double-
click, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap,
lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the
finger remains on the pad.
Avoid spilling any liquid on the Touchpad surface and always keep the
Touchpad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built-up. Also do not
expose Touchpad to any magnetic source object.
3.4 Configuring Your Screen Display
The VGA display function of your Mini-note is based on a high performance
AGP local bus controller and is fully VGA compatible. This controller offers a
large set of extended functions and higher resolutions especially useful when
you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT or
LCD.
Please Refer to Section 5 "Installing the Mini-note Device Drivers" of Chapter
2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver
under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the
display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel. This Mini-
note model provides Wide screen 8.9” 1024 x 600 (WSVGA) resolution panels.
You would also probably want to set the amount of color output to display
sharper images and photos.
POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS
The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when
using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT):
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Display Possible Resolution Maximum Colors
Widescreen
8.9” WSVGA LCD
1024 x 600
16 million colors
CRT Only 1920 x1200
(Maximum resolution)
16 million colors
65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16 million or
16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color.
You can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch the display between LCD
only, CRT only, or both LCD and CRT display.
CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS
To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just
right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel
and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on
your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make
sure to follow the configuration table above.
If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver
first as mentioned on Section 5 "Installing the Mini-note Device Drivers" of
Chapter 2 in this manual. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows VGA
driver.
3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features
Aside from its superior performance, one of the great features in your Mini-
note is the ability to conserve power. Your Mini-note is designed to
incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn
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off power of most components when system is idle or not in use. This feature
not only gives you longer battery life but also cools the systems and
components as well.
The definitions of Standby Mode, Hibernation Mode, and Shutdown are
depicted as follows:
Standby Mode
Standby Mode is mainly for power saving. When the Standby Mode is
activated, your display and hard drive are shut down and all open applications
and documents are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). This allows
your Mini-note to wake up quickly, but a low level of power is required to
maintain this suspended state. How quickly your system power down into
Standby mode is up to you by setting proper times in Power Options of
Control Panel in Window. While the Mini-note is in Standby mode, the LED
of power indicator flashes. To resume your working again
, you can press the
power button to return your work to the screen where you left off.
Hibernation Mode
In Hibernation mode, all system devices are powered down and the contents
of RAM are stored on your hard drive. Hibernate mode uses less power than
Standby mode, but takes a bit longer time to resume. When your Mini-note
goes into hibernation, Windows saves your entire desktop state before
powering down your Mini-note. You don’t need to save and close each
document before you put your Mini-note into hibernation. When you press
power button again, system will bring your Mini-note out of hibernation. You'll
find your applications and documents open on your desktop exactly as you left
them.
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Shutdown
All power has been turned off from the Mini-note. This means that no power
including external AC power source and battery power source will be consume
by the Mini-note.
3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD
Your Mini-note is equipped with a built-in large capacity 1.8 inch hard disk
drive where you store and run your Mini-note’s operating system and
application software programs.
3.7 Using Flash Memory Cards
FLASH MEMORY CARD
Flash Memory is a memory storage media. It is used by most digital camera,
Flash memory card is built with different form factor and brand name. The 4
in 1 card slot in this Mini-note supports following cards as SD, MS (Memory
Stick), MMC, and MS_Pro.
For a single moment, only one card can be inserted into the 4 in 1 card slot.
Inserting Flash Memory Card
To insert a flash memory card into the slot, please pay more attention
whenever insert the flash memory card into the slot with the correct side.
You should position the copper connector at the bottom side. All of these
cards should be located at the center of the slots in inserting.
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Only one correct side can be accepted for the 4 in 1 card slot. If you cannot
insert the card into the 4 in 1 slot or you had inserted the card but it is not
recognized by the computer, please remove the card and insert it again. To
prevent the damage made both on card and the slot, never forced an entry into
the slot with incorrect side.
Removing Flash Memory Card
To remove the flash memory card, you can pull out the card directly, there is
no release button for flash memory slot.
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4 Fun with Multimedia
This chapter lets you make full use of all the
multimedia features of your Mini-note in having fun
and excitement during work or leisure.
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4.1 Multimedia Features
Your Mini-note is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun,
comfortable, exciting and easy. Your Mini-note is well able to perform all
multimedia tasks through the following:
• VIA C7
TM
-M Processor
• Up to 2GB DDRII- SDRAM
• USB - Slim Combo Drive (optional)
• Provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA VX800 chipset
• Full-duplex 16-bit stereo speaker with wavetable support. Sound Blaster
compatible.
4.2 Audio Sound System Features
Your Mini-note has a built-in 16-bit stereo sound controller that allows you to
record, store, and playback voice, music and other sound effects with built-in
mixer controls. An integrated full-duplex microphone and twin mini-speakers
are also built-in into your Mini-note to allow you to record and playback sound
anytime and anywhere.
On the front side of your Mini-note, you will find the audio ports that include
the following:
• External 1/8-inch microphone jack that connects external microphone for
recording purpose.
• Earphone or headphone jack for personal listening.
• Sound volume adjust by K/B hot-key
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4.3 Setting up the Audio Driver
Properties
Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your Mini-note, you need
first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought
your Mini-note with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer
have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2
on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows.
4.4 Windows Multimedia Programs
Windows provides several multimedia programs that you can run with the
built-in features of your Mini-note. Pointing the Start button, Programs,
Accessories, then Entertainment, you will find the Multimedia programs
group. (The section below use Window XP as examples)
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Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group
The standard multimedia components are as follows:
• Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files
• Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback
• Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer
For more information on how to operate these multimedia components,
run the program and click on the Help menu.
4.5 Recording Sounds
Your Mini-note allows you to record voice and other sounds in several ways
and stores them as files on your hard disk. These voice or sound files can then
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be played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external
speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice
annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will
describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system.
To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the
Multimedia program groups. The control buttons of the Sound Recorder are
simple to understand which comprise of the Fast Rewind, Fast Forward, Play,
Stop, and Record buttons. Click the Help menu on how to operate the Sound
Recorder.
Figure 4-2 Sound Recorder
The Sound Recorder also allows you to record sound from different input
audio source like the following:
• From the external microphone
• From the USB - Slim Combo Drive (optional)
Since you could record sound from different input sources, you must first set
the proper audio input recording device under the Recording Control panel.
To do this:
1. Double-click on the Volume Control on the taskbar or click Start button,
then point to Programs, Accessories, Entertainment and then click on
Volume Control.
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2. Click Properties in the Options main menu.
3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that
list in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box.
Figure 4-3 Audio Properties
4. Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you
will select the input device for the recording source. If you want to record
from the USB - Slim Combo Drive (optional) with audio music, you must
click on CD Player.
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Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control
USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
Your Mini-note allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality
recording. The external microphone jack is found on the front side of your
Mini-note. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow
the same procedure for recording voice.
4.6 Playing Audio and Sound
Your Mini-note has built-in twin speakers to playback audio and sound. You
can also adjust the volume manually by adjusting the volume control hotkeys
found on the keyboard.
For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external
amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the
volume first before placing the phone set to your ear.
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USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER
The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows
Media Player. Follow these steps:
1. Click on Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then
Entertainment.
2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program.
3. Click on the File menu and select the file you want to play.
4. When the file is recognized and open, click on the Play button to start
playback.
4.7 Playing Video and MPEG Files
Your Mini-note is capable of running video motion files as well as MPEG
(Motion Picture Expert Group) files on CD, DVD, or CD-RW. By using
software MPEG program, you can watch real full-motion picture on your
Mini-note. You can also run the Windows Media Player under the
Entertainment programs group as well to show all media device programs.
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Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player
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5 Connecting to Peripherals
This chapter describes how you attach additional
peripheral devices to your Mini-note. The Mini-note
allows you to add a printer or mouse; connect an
external monitor and keyboard, or other compatible
peripheral device. Use of additional devices is
described in this chapter.
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5.1 Using the USB Port
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect
multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks,
digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your Mini-note, and up
to 127 devices can be attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows
everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.
Microsoft, HP, Compaq, Intel, Agere, NEC and Philip are seven core
members of USB-IF to have worked on USB 2.0 standardization. USB 2.0
offers data transfer rate up to 480Mbps (megabits per second) compared to
USB 1.1 devices, which transfer at speeds of 12Mbps. So, you could know that
USB 2.0 can transfer data between the Mini-note and its peripherals 40 times
faster than USB 1.1. However, USB 2.0 is fully backward compatible, you will
be able to use a USB 1.1 device in a USB 2.0 compliant system.
Depending on your operational requirements, you may need to disable
other ports in order to release system resource for the USB port.
The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each
port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device
while not in use.
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5.2 Using the External Monitor Port
Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or
LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the
monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system.
To connect an external monitor:
1. Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is
turned off.
The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the
monitor is being connected. Although you can connect the external Monitor
without power off the computer and the external monitor, however, it is
harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices.
2. Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the left
of your computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided.
3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded
wall outlet.
4. Turn on the power of the monitor.
5. Turn on your computer. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will
show the display. Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous
display mode.
6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector
and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to
switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the
hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only.
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Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and
how to change the display properties.
5.3 Using the External Audio System
At the front side of your Mini-note, you will find the built-in audio ports. You
can connect Microphone jacks, earphone or powered speaker.
To connect to an audio jack:
1. Locate the audio port (Microphone, Headphone) that you want to use to
the target device.
2. Plug the jack into the port on the front side of the system.
If you use external speaker and experience the sound distortion or
feedback, please lower the volume. Some factors is caused by too close
locating the microphone and speaker from each other, moving away the
external audio option from the unit may also help.
5.4 Using the LAN Port
This Mini-note comes with an internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module
that connects your Mini-note to other notebook/networks through a local area
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network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to
100Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is
connected with RJ-45 connectors. The 100Base-TX is based on the older
Ethernet standard. Because it is 10 times faster than Ethernet, it is often
referred to as Fast Ethernet.
The built-in LAN module provides a standard RJ-45 connector.
To connect the twisted-pair cable to your LAN port:
1. Locate the twisted-pair cable in the accessories box in Mini-note shipping
carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-45 connector.
2. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or HUB.
3. Connect the other end of the cable into the Mini-note RJ-45 LAN port.
5.5 Using the Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any
wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within
the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.
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Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally
connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with
wireless connection. Access point can be set in an office environment, airport,
major railway station, etc. that depends on the construction of each country. In
most case, you probably can use it at office, please consult with the network
department of your company for more details.
This Mini-note integrates built-in 802.11 b/g wireless LAN module. IEEE
802.11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed. However,
IEEE 802.11g supports 54Mbps wireless connection speed, and is backward
compatible with the slower 802.11b. Wireless LAN module is similar to LAN
module. You need to install software driver before using it. Please refer to
chapter 2.5 on how to install the driver.
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6 Customizing Your Mini-note
Your Mini-note uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup
program allowing your system configuration to be
altered to best suit your computing needs: User-
adjustable options include system time and date, disk
drive configuration and password setup.
BIOS information stored in the CMOS RAM will
remain permanent unless changed. Default factory
settings are used top optimize performance of your
Mini-note and do not need further alteration to
operate your Mini-note. Use caution when changing
any BIOS settings.
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6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program
Your Mini-note is setup and pre-configured. The Mini-note’s BIOS (Basic
Input-Output System) Setup program may be used to change system
configuration information such as the current date and time, or your hard disk
drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the
system and pressing the <F2> function key before the Microsoft® Windows®
operating system begins.
The settings that you specify within the Setup program are recorded in a
special area memory called the CMOS RAM. This memory is backed up by a
battery so that is will not be erased when you turn off or reset the system.
Whenever you turn on the Mini-note, the system will read the settings stored in
the CMOS RAM and compare them to the equipment check conducted during
the Power On Self Test (POST). If an error occurs, an error message will be
displayed on the screen, and you will then be prompted to run the Setup
Program.
As the POST (Power-On Self Test) executes during the boot up process, the
screen will display the following message:
Press <F2> to Enter SETUP
Press the <F2> key to run the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS Setup
program is organized into five menus which you can select using the <-- and --
> keys. To move from one option to another, you use the up and down arrow
keys while using the <F5> and <F6>, or <+>and <-> keys to change the
settings. On the right hand side of the screen are some brief help descriptions
of each item you want to change.
On the BIOS Setup program, you will find the following parts on the screen:
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• Item Specific Help
The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its
available settings.
• Menu Bar
The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own
screen.
• Parameters
The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current
settings.
• Key Status Bar
The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to
move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.
To exit the BIOS Setup program, simply press the <Esc> key and select from
the Exit menu whether you want to Save Changes, Discard Changes, and Exit
Discard Changes.
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6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
System Time:
[
07 :54 :32] <Tab>, <Shift-Tab>,
System Date: [06/11/2008] or <Enter> selects
field.
4
Internal HDD [SAMSUNG HS06THB-(SM)]
CPU Type: VIA C7-M Processor 1200MHz
CPU Speed: 1200 MHz
System Memory: 640 KB
Extended Memory: 916480 KB
BIOS Version: 0.4A-0302-0018
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
• System Time
Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second
format of the .
Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>,
<Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to
another.
You can also change the system time from your operating system.
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• System Date
Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format.
Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>,
<Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to
another.
You can also change the system time from your operating system.
• Internal HDD
This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically detects the
storage media.
• CPU Type
This field reports the CPU type information detected by the BIOS during
Power-On Self-Test (POST).
• CPU Speed
This field reports the CPU speed information detected by the BIOS
during Power-On Self-Test (POST).
• System Memory
This field reports the amount of base (or conventional) memory found by
the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST).
• Extended Memory
This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS
during Power-On Self-Test (POST).
• BIOS Version
This field is for information only as the BIOS displays the BIOS version
during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).
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6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main
Internal HDD [SAMSUNG HS06THB-(SM)] Item Specific Help
Type: [Auto] Auto = autotypes
LBA Format
hard-disk drive
Total Sector: 117210240 Installed here.
Maximum Capacity: 60012 MB
Multi-Sector Transfers: [16 Sectors]
LBA Mode Control: [Enabled]
32 Bit I/O: [Disabled]
Transfer Mode: [FPIO 4 / DMA 2]
Ultra DMA Mode: [Mode 5]
SMART Monitoring: Enabled
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different
drive types as CD-ROM, User, Auto or None by pressing <Space> bar. Set
this option to Auto so your Mini-note will automatically detect the drive type
during power on. Set this option to None when your Mini-note is not installed
any devices. Press <Esc> to return to the Main Menu.
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6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Enabled] Display the diagnostic
Frame Buffer Size: [128 MB] screen during boot.
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]
Energy Star Support [Enabled]
. .
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
• Boot-time Diagnostic Screen
Lets you choose display or not display the diagnostic screen during system
boot.
• Frame Buffer Size
Lets you specify the Frame Buffer Size to 64MB, 128MB, or 256MB.
• Legacy USB Support
Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB
device.
• Energy Star Support
Lets you activate or inactivate the function of Energy Star Support.
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6.4 Security Menu Setup
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
Su
p
ervisor Password Is:
Clea
r
User Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password
controls access to the
Set Supervisor Password [Enter] setup utility.
Set User Password [Enter]
Diskette Access [Supervisor]
Fixed disk boot sector: [Normal]
Password on boot [Disabled]
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
• Supervisor Password Is
Set/Clear selections show that the Mini-note is under controlled by
Supervisor Password or not.
• User Password Is
Set/Clear selections show that the Mini-note is under controlled by User
Password or not.
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• Set Supervisor Password
Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility.
You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming
from suspend mode. When you press <Enter> in this field, the Set
Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up
to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation.
• Set User Password
This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set. Enter the
user password when boot the system or resume from suspend mode. But
if the Write Protect is set in the Fixed disk boot sector field, you should
enter a supervisor password to access the fixed disk when boot the system
or resume from suspend mode.
• Diskette Access
If you set this field to Supervisor, only supervisor has the authority to
accessing the diskette.
• Fixed disk boot sector
Lets you choose “Write Protect” to write protects boot sector on hard
disk to protect against viruses, or choose “Normal” to disable this
function.
• Password on Boot
If you set this field to Enabled, your Mini-note will always ask for the
password every time you boot your .
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6.5 Using the Boot Setup
This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try
to boot up first.
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Boot priority order
Item Specific Help
1: USB FDC: Keys used to view or
2: USB KEY: configure devices:
3: USB CDROM: Up or Down arrows
4: USB HDD: Select a device.
5: IDE 2: SAMSUNG HS06THB-(SM)
6: PCI BEV: Realtek Boot Agent <+> and <-> moves
7: the device up or down.
8:
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit
This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try
to boot up first.
To select the boot device, you can use the up or down arrow key, then press
<+> to move up the device in the list or press <-> to move down the device
in the list. To exit from this menu, press <Esc>.
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6.6 How to Exit the Setup Program
There are two choices to escape from the Setup program.
Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility
Main Advanced Security Boot Exit
Item Specific Help
Exit Saving Changes
Exit S
y
stem Setup
Exit Discarding Changes
and save your
Load Setup Defaults changes to CMOS.
Discard Changes
Save Changes
F1 Help
Ç È
Select Item F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Execute Command F10 Save and Exit
• Exit Saving Changes
Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and
exit from the system setup program.
• Exit Discarding Changes
Allows you to discard all changes made while running the BIOS setup
program and exit from the system setup program.
• Load Setup Defaults
Lets you load the default values for all setup items.
• Discard Changes
Reverts to previously selected settings.
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• Save Changes
Saves Setup data to CMOS.
6.7 How to Upgrade the BIOS
Your Mini-note uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily
upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized
settings you made are lost.
To upgrade the BIOS:
1. Put in the BIOS Update data into the USB device.
2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive.
3. On the DOS prompt, type the following command.
A:\>Phlash XXXXXX.ROM (BIOS filename) or
A:\>XXXXXX.BAT (Batch file for BIOS file)
Press <Enter> to run this BIOS utility. After the system has been
successfully run this program, a message similar to the following appears:
Flash memory has been successfully programmed,
press any key to restart the system. If the
system does not restart, turn it off, then turn
on again.
4. Press any key to restart this system.
Contact your dealer for the latest BIOS update file.
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7 Using Options
This chapter describes the advanced features and
expandable architecture in your Mini-note.
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System Upgrade
This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your Mini-note.
The upgrade procedures include the following:
7.1 Hard Disk Upgrade
Your notebook computer offers one 1.8" format, 8 mm height hard disk. If the
volume does not fit your need or it is crashed, you can upgrade it by replacing
with new hard disk. Please do the following steps to change it.
1. Remove the screw and open the cover by lifting its upper side cover.
2. Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully
3. Remove the connector from the hard disk gently.
4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk.
5. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk.
6. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely.
7. Place the hard disk back to the compartment.
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8. Cover the lid, then rotate and tighten the screws.
9. Set the boot device as DVD/CD-RW Combo drive and Primary Master
as Auto on BIOS setup menu. Please refer to Chapter 6 about the setting
of BIOS setup menu. Then, boot the system by using WinXP CD-ROM
and the system will detect the hard disk automatically and prompt you
how to format the new disk.
Please tighten the screws located at each side of the hard disk before
operating the hard disk. Any vibration may cause damage for the running
hard disk.
Please contact dealer or certified technician for changing the hard disk
drive. The damage of changing HDD resulting from users may not be
under warranty
7.2 Wireless Module Installation
This Mini-note uses Mini-PCI Card Wireless LAN module for wireless
connection.
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8 Caring for Your Mini-
note
Your Mini-note the latest features in mobile
computing and multimedia technology. If properly
cared for and maintained, the performance and
reliability of the Mini-note can be greatly prolonged.
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8.1 Important Safety Instructions
This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe
working environment while using the Mini-note. You can maintain its
condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it
carefully to ensure maximum safety.
• Before cleaning the Mini-note, make sure it is disconnected from any
external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter, car adapter and so on).
• When cleaning, do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning.
Instead, use moisture sheet or a cloth for cleaning.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the Mini-note and shall be easily
accessible.
• Please keep the Mini-note from humidity.
• Lay the Mini-note on a reliable surface when installing. A drop or fall may
cause injury.
• The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence the Mini-note
can be protected from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE
OPENINGS.
• Be careful of using power supply. The Mini-note has specific power
requirements.
• Use only a power adapter approved for use with this Mini-note.
• The power adapter may have a 2-prong plug. This is an important safety
feature. A compatible outlet is required. If it is not available, find a
qualified electrician to install one.
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• While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by
its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support
the total current load of all the connected devices.
• Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it
still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of
the power source when connect the Mini-note to the power outlet. If your
are not sure of your local power specifications, consult your dealer or local
power company.
• Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not
place anything over the power cord.
• All cautions and warnings on the Mini-note should be noted.
• If the Mini-note is not in use for a long time, disconnect it from mains to
avoid possible damage by transient over-voltage.
• Never pour any liquid into openings as this may cause fire or electrical
shock.
• Never open the body of Mini-note. For safety reason, the Mini-note
should only be opened by qualified service personnel.
• If one of the following situations arises, have the Mini-note checked by
service personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the Mini-note.
The Mini-note has been exposed to moisture.
The Mini-note has not worked well or you can not get it work
according to user’s manual.
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The Mini-note has dropped and damaged.
The Mini-note has obvious sign of breakage.
• Do not leave this Mini-note in an environment unconditioned. Storage
temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the Mini-note.
• An approved power cord has to be used for the Mini-note power supply.
For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg, a
power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm
2
, has to be used.
• To avoid any damage happened to the internal device, you should first
disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from the Mini-
note when replacing any internal device.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 60704-1
is equal or less than 70dB(A).
8.2 Cleaning Your Mini-note
When it is necessary to clean the plastic case and keyboard, use a soft, lint-free
cloth, slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution or use the contents of
any commercially available Mini-note cleaning kit.
Never use alcohol, petroleum-based solvents, or harsh detergents to clean the
Mini-note. Also never spray any liquids directly on the Mini-note case,
keyboard, or screen. If the liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen has become
smeared or dusty, clean the screen by first applying a mild glass cleaner to a
soft, clean, lint-free cloth, and gently wipe the glass. Never apply liquids
directly on the screen surface. Moreover, do not use paper towels to clean the
display screen. Paper can scratch the display screen matte.
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8.3 Maintaining the LCD Quality
When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical
working session, users routinely close the Mini-note the cover. The display
surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the Mini-note
radiate heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. To
help prolong the life of your Mini-note, leave the cover open for ten minutes
while the heat disperses.
You should also enable the power management of your Mini-note to turn off
the LCD power and display when the system is inactive for some time.
Adding a screen saver also helps prolong the life of your Mini-note screen.
Follow the safety guidelines mentioned earlier and how to clean your Mini-
note.
8.4 Maintaining Your Hard Disk
Losing your data has the same consequences as a system break down. Users
must make it a habit of doing hard disk maintenance every week or so. Here is
some maintenance you could do:
• Always back up your data files from your hard disk.
• Install the virus detecting program to monitor virus that could tamper
your files.
• Use SCANDISK occasionally to correct any errors found in the directory
and File Allocation Table. This will also free up space from any unused
sectors.
• Never move or raise the Mini-note while the hard disk is being accessed,
most especially don't jar the hard disk as this may cause a hard disk crash.
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• Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of
Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation
and improving your hard disk access time.
• Install a system password in your Mini-note so others won't be able to use
the hard disk.
8.5 Battery Care Guidelines
The battery pack furnished with the Mini-note requires reasonable care and
handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life. There is a risk of fire
and chemical burn if the battery pack is handled improperly.
To ensure that the battery pack endures normal life cycle, always observe the
following precautions when handling the battery pack:
• Handle batteries carefully. Do not try to disassemble, crush, puncture,
open, drop, mutilate, short external contacts, disposed of in water or fire,
or expose it to temperatures higher than 60 C.
• Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated
areas. Never use an external charger other than the one supplied with your
Mini-note.
• Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two.
• Do not leave your battery in your Mini-note for longer than 1 month
without plugging in the power adapter.
• Do not leave battery in storage for more than 2 months without
recharging it to prevent over discharge. Over discharge will hurt the
battery
• Dispose dead battery properly to protect the environment. The batteries
contain hazardous chemicals and should not be thrown out with
household or office trash.
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• You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of
these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your
battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months.
8.6 When You Travel
For safety and convenience when traveling, please follow these instructions:
• Back up all needed files on your hard disk before traveling.
• Recharge your battery overnight to ensure full battery power before you
leave.
• Don't forget to bring along the AC adapter and extra battery pack.
• Try to bring backup software as well.
• Check the voltage rating and the outlet type of your destination. If the
power cord of the adapter is different, then you need to purchase a
suitable one. Consult your dealer.
• Carry your Mini-note in its carrying case or in a briefcase. Never check-in
the Mini-note as a luggage.
• Remember to apply those power saving features and techniques to save
battery power.
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