FIC GE2 User Manual

FIC

GE2 (Mini Entertainment PC)

User Guide

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Copyright©2006
All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan

Notebook Computer User Guide
Original Issue: 2006/04
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook

computer. 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 Professional, and Media Center Edition 2005
are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Intel ®, Intel ® Core

TM

Duo, and Intel ® HD Audio (Azalia) are

registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
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.

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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for help.

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)

Information of the responsible party for a DoC
product

Product name: Notebook PC
Model number: GE2

Technical Support:
Address: 6FL., No.300 Yang

Technical Support in the US:
Address : 5020 Brandin Court

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Gunag St., Neihu, Taipei, Taiwan
Telephone:[phone]
ext.7935
Fax: [phone]
Emaill: [e-mail]

Fremont CA 94538 USA
Telephone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
Email : [e-mail]

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment

5.105 Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Requirements, Part 15

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:

---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.

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---Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

5.21 Regulatory information / Disclaimers

Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE (CO-LOCATION)

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies
with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

IMPORTANT NOTE (CO-LOCATED EVALUATION PERFORMED)

This transmitter has been demonstrated co-located operation
compliance requirement with [PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION/BRAND/MODEL#]. This transmitter must not be co­located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the

5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. According to FCC 15.407(e),
requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15
to 5.25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co­channel of the Mobile Satellite Systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary user of the 5.25 to

5.35GHz and 5.65 to 5.85GHz bands. These radar stations can
cause interference with and / or damage this device

Canadian Department of Communications
Compliance Statement

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirement of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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.

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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.

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), Low

voltage
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 V.1.6.1 (2004)
EN 301 489-1 V.1.4.1 (2002) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.2.1 (2002)

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EN 301 893 V1.3.1:2005
EN 50371 (2002)
EN 55022: 1998+A1:2000+A2:2003
EN 55024: 1998+A1:2001+A2:2003

EN 60950: 2000
EN 61000-3-2: 2000

EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001

802.11b & 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."

Regulatory statement (R&TTE / WLAN IEEE 802.11a)

Operation of this device is subjected to the following National
regulations and may be prohibited to use if certain restriction should
be applied.

Austria Limited to 5150 – 5250 MHz
Belgium 5250 - 5350 MHz excluded

Croatia Licence required

5150­5350MHz

Italy General authorization required if used

outside own premises

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Latvia Limited to 5150 – 5300 MHz, Under

Study

Luxembourg None; General authorization required for

public service
Austria Not implemented; Military band
Bulgaria Not implemented
Croatia Not implemented
Czech

Republic

Not implemented; Planned

France Not implemented; France will implement

this band identified by the ERC

DEC(99)23 when the efficiency of the

mitigation techniques made mandatory

by this Decision is ensured
Hungary Not implemented; Equipment/ Standard

not available
Italy General authorization required if used

outside own premises
Luxembourg None; General authorization required for

public service

5470­5725MHz

Slovak
Republic

Not implemented; Military services

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Notification Letter

Subject: Confirmation of 18 Frequency Notifications Submitted to the National
Authorities of the Spectrum Management

Dear Sir
We , First International Computer, Inc. for performing the Annex IV procedures in

Article 10.5 of R&TTE directive 99/5/EC, would like to inform you that the frequency
notification regulated in Article 6.4 of 99/5/EC has been sent to the authorities of
spectrum management of the countries listed below :

Manufacturer First International Computer, Inc.
Brand name FIC
Product Description MINI PC with RF module for 802.11a/b/g
Model GE2
Notified Country Austria, Belgium, Czech Rep, Denmark, Finland,

France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain,

Sweden, UK,
Remark
Yours Sincerely ,
Rex Kuo
First International Computer, Inc.
8F , No.300,Yang Guang St, Neihu Taipei 114, Taiwan
E-mail: [e-mail]
TEL: [phone] ext.7935
FAX: [phone]

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Contents

1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................. 15

1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT.........................................................................................15

1.2 U

NPACKING THE MINI EPC................................................................................17

1.3 T

HE FRONT SIDE OF THE MINI EPC..................................................................18

1.4 T

HE REAR SIDE OF THE MINI EPC ...................................................................19

1.5

MEMORY UPGRADE..............................................................................................22

2 GETTING STARTED....................................................................... 25

2.1 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE ...........................................................25

2.2 C

ONNECT YOUR MINI EPC TO A TV..................................................................26

Attach an Antenna to your mini EPC ................................................................27

connect to a TV with an S-Video connection..............................................28

2.3 C

ONNECT MINI EPC TO A PC MONITOR...........................................................30

2.3 INSTALLING THE GE2 DEVICE DRIVERS ...........................................................31

driver installation note:...................................................................................31

3 USING YOUR MINI EPC ................................................................ 35

3.1 MEDIA CENTER REMOTE CONTROL..................................................................35

3.2 W

IRELESS USB KEYBOARD (OPTION)..............................................................38

3.3 C

ONFIGURING YOUR SCREEN DISPLAY............................................................40

3.4 H

OW TO ACCESS THE OPTICAL DRIVE..............................................................40

3.5 U

SING FLASH MEMORY CARDS.........................................................................42

4 MICROSOFT MEDIA CENTER......................................................... 45

4.1 WHAT IS WINDOWS XP MEDIA CENTER EDITION 2005?.................................45

5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS.............................................. 55

USING THE USB PORT..................................................................................................55

USING THE LAN PORT ..................................................................................................55

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USING THE IEEE 1394 PORT........................................................................................56

U

SING THE WIRELESS LAN...........................................................................................57

U

SING THE MODEM PORT..............................................................................................58

6 BIOS SETUP ..................................................................................... 59

6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM.............................................................59

6.2 U

SING THE MAIN MENU SETUP.........................................................................60

6.3 U

SING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP..............................................................62

6.4 S

ECURITY MENU SETUP....................................................................................63

6.6 U

SING THE BOOT SETUP...................................................................................65

6.7 H

OW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM ................................................................66

7 CARING FOR YOUR MINI EPC.................................................... 69

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................69

E

NVIRONMENT ...............................................................................................................69

P

OWER SUPPLY.............................................................................................................70

C

LEANING YOUR MINI EPC...........................................................................................71

M

AINTAINING HARD DISK ..............................................................................................71

APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS......................................73

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1 Introduction

Explore endless entertainment options from the comfort of your
couch. With an Intel® Viiv

TM

technology-based PC and supporting

devices, you can enjoy a growing universe of digital media content.
With mini EPC, every member of your family can enjoy the

immersive experience of PC games and movies on a big screen,

enhanced by a home theater system. Users can interact with an
entertainment PC with an USB mouse and keyboard, or with an
optional remote control, which provides an exciting viewing
experience from the comfort of the living room sofa.

1.1 Feature Highlight

Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first
introduce you to other notable features of your computer.

Intel® Viiv

TM

technology is Intel’s new platform designed for the
enjoyment of digital entertainment. It delivers the multitasking power
of a dual-core processor and enables sleek new designs that fit your
lifestyle.

Processing Unit

• Your mini EPC runs on Intel ® Core

TM

Duo microprocessor that is
integrated with 2MB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the
CPU type and speed.

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• Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on
operating systems such as Windows XP Window Media Center
Edition 2005.

Wireless LAN

Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
(IEEE 802.11a/b/g, Tri-mode)

Memory

This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDR2
SDRAM 200-pin SODIMM modules up to 2GB using 256MB, 512MB,
or 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM modules.

USB 2.0

Provides four USB ports (one at front panel and three at rear side) for
fastest I/O data transmission.

Graphic System

Provides blazing graphics controller embedded in Intel® 945GM
chipset

Audio System

Sound Codec chip: Azalia ACL260; Compliant with Intel HD Audio.

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1.2 Unpacking the mini EPC

Your mini EPC comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard
shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and
carefully remove the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the
shipping carton should also contain the following items:

GE2 (Mini EPC) Remote Control (optional) Antenna

Wireless USB Keyboard (optional) DVI-I Adapter (optional)

An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord
Utility CD
Hardcopy User Guide/E-book Quick Setup Manual

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Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is
missing and/or damaged. If any of these items is missing or
damaged, notify your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the
shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the
computer or if you plan to store the computer away sometime in the
future.

1.3 The Front Side of the mini EPC

1. Eject Button 2. 4-in-1 Card Reader

3. USB Port 4. Slot-in ODD

5. Power/Resume Button on

Feature Description

1. Eject Button

Press this button to eject optical disk.

2. 4-in-1 Card

Reader

The card slot supports SD, MMC, MS
(Memory Stick) and MS_Pro flash memory

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Feature Description

card format. You can use either of the 4 types
flash memory cards for extra storage media.

3. USB Port

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows
you to connect up to USB-equipped peripheral
devices (for example, USB mouse, digital
camera, USB storage device and so on).

4. Optical Disk
Drive

This optical disk drive is Slot-in type ODD. It
allows you to load and start programs from a
CD/DVD and play DVD movies and audio
CDs. It also can burn CD/DVD.

5.
Power/Resume
Button on

Switches the computer power on and off, or
resumes whenever it is in Suspend mode.

1.4 The Rear Side of the Mini EPC

The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect
various devices. Each port is described as followings.

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1. IEEE 1394 2. Modem Port

3. Antenna connector 4. AV_In Port

5. Microphone Jack 6 Headphone Jack

7. DVI-I Socket 8. LAN Port

9. TV Port (S-video) 10 USB Ports

11. USB Port 12. DC_In

Feature Description

1. IEEE 1394

IEEE 1394 port is a high speed I/O port that
can transfer high levels of data in real-time,
such as Digital Video Camera, external hard
disk.

2. Modem Port

A 56K internal fax/data modem is build-in. It
keeps you connected to the outside networks
through telephone line.

3. Antenna

Connects to an antenna to receive television

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Feature Description

connector

signal for watching and recording TV programs.

4. AV_In Port

This port is for Audio and Video input.

5. Microphone

Jack

Allows you to connect an external microphone.

6 Headphone
Jack

Lets you plug in high-definition headphone,
powered speakers, or earphone. (The SPDIF
transmits digitized audio signal by optical fiber.
The external audio amplifier can get the best
audio quality without loss.)

7. DVI-I Socket

This socket can accept both analog signal
(VGA) and digital signal (DVI) inputs.
The “DVI-I” is the abbreviation of “Digital Video
Interactive-Integrated”.

8. LAN Port

An internal 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit
Ethernet LAN module connects your mini EPC
to other computers/networks through a local
area network (LAN).

9. TV Port (S-

video)

Lets you connect to the S-Video TV connector
for watching TV programs or DVD movie.

10 USB Ports

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you
to connect up to USB-equipped peripheral
devices (for example, USB mouse, digital
camera, USB storage device and so on).

11. USB Port

Same as item 10

12. DC_In

Lets you connect the AC power adapter in
supplying continuous power to your mini EPC.

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1.5 Memory Upgrade

Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual
Inline Memory Module) at least 256MB DDR2-SDRAM. The memory
compartment is located inside your computer. The table below lists
the possible combinations of different memory module and memory
size.

NOTE: Please contact dealer for changing or adding DDR2­SDRAM module. It is not available for users to change it by
themselves.

Based Memory Installing Memory Total

256 MB 0 MB

256 MB

256 MB 256 MB

512 MB

256 MB 512 MB

768 MB

256 MB 1024MB

1280MB

512 MB 0 MB

512 MB

512 MB 256 MB

768 MB

512 MB 512 MB

1024 MB

512 MB 1024MB

1536MB

1024 MB 0 MB

1024 MB

1024 MB 256 MB

1280 MB

1024 MB 512 MB

1536 MB

1024 MB 1024 MB

2048 MB

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2 Getting Started

Your mini EPC is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and

use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to
get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your
dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate
your mini EPC or if there is an update on the driver installation of the
notebook.

2.1 Connecting the AC Power Source

The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer
and 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. And plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live
AC wall outlet.

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2. Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at
the rear side of the mini EPC.

+

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 computer, make sure it is disconnected

from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).

2.2 Connect your mini EPC to a TV

Connect your mini EPC (running Microsoft Windows XP Media
Center Edition 2005) to your TV, and you can enjoy your favorite
computer and TV entertainment from the same spot in your living
room. You can enjoy live and recorded TV, DVDs, music, photos, and

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Online Spotlight's offerings on the big screen from the comfort of your
couch—and you can control it all with a single remote.

ATTACH AN ANTENNA TO YOUR MINI EPC

The GE2 has built-in a TV tuner card to process analog television
signals. (Beside, this TV tuners card functions as video capture cards
to record television programs onto a hard disk.)

TV tuners supporting digital television broadcasts have recently
become available; a tuner displaying an HDTV image on a computer
monitor is typically much cheaper than a dedicated high-definition
television system. The TV tuner card also support time-shifting
capabilities, allowing the viewer to rewind, fast-forward and pause
live TV.

The GE2 also comes with an Antenna. To receive television signal
well, you need to attach the antenna to your mini EPC.

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CONNECT TO A TV WITH AN S-VIDEO CONNECTION

1. Connect the S-Video cable to your video card's S-Video output
connection, located on the back of your Media Center PC.

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2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to an S-Video input
connection on the back of your TV.

Enjoy your digital Lifestyle!

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2.3 Connect mini EPC to a PC Monitor

You can also connect a monitor to your PC (running Microsoft
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005) just like you would with any
other computer. All you have to do is plug the cable from the monitor
into the back of the high-level computer with a DVI-I Socket.

However, most monitors use a VGA cable to connect to a PC.
Connect the VGA cable from the monitor to the DVI-I Socket on the
back of your Media Center PC via a DVI-VGA Adapter.

Connect directly to the monitor with DVI socket. Or you can connect
to the monitor with VGA port via DVI-VGA Adapter.

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2.3 Installing the GE2 Device Drivers

It is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in
devices of your computer. 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:

DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE:

+

Please be notified that whenever you install the driver utility, it

should be install the CHIPSET Driver first.

Installing Drivers for Media Center Edition (MCE)

1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button, then point to
Run. The Run dialog box appears.

2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as where the
device driver is located.

3. Read the on-screen information, and follow the on-screen
instructions to complete drivers installation.

Device Driver Driver Path

Chipset device

"E:\Drivers\MCE\Chipset\Setup.exe"
VGA device

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"E:\Drivers\MCE\VGA\Setup.exe"
Audio device
"E:\Drivers\MCE\Audio\Setup.exe"

Modem driver

"E:\Drivers\MCE\Modem\ssetup.exe"

Wireless LAN driver and Utility

“E:\Drivers\MCE\Wireless LAN\Autorun.exe”

LAN driver

"E:\Drivers\MCE\LAN\Autorun.exe"

Card Reader driver

"E:\Drivers\MCE\Card Reader\setup.exe"
East Fork driver
"E:\Drivers\MCE\East Fork\setup.exe"
TV Tuner driver
"E:\Drivers\MCE\TV Tuner\installdriver.exe"
TV Tuner software encoder
"E:\Drivers\MCE\TV Tuner\installfilter.exe"
Matrix Storage software utility
"E:\Drivers\MCE\Matrix Storage\Setup.exe"
Viiv software
"E:\Drivers\MCE\ViiV Software\Setup.exe"

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3 Using Your Mini EPC

This chapter describes how to operate the standard features of the
mini EPC. With mini EPC, every member of your family can enjoy the
immersive experience of PC games and movies on a big screen,
enhanced by a home theater system. Users can interact with an
entertainment PC with an USB mouse and keyboard, or with an
optional remote control, which provides an exciting viewing
experience from the comfort of the living room sofa.

3.1 Media Center Remote Control

The mini EPC comes with a Media Center remote control, and this
Media Center remote control bring your Media Center experience to
a whole new level.

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Media Center Remote Control

Button Description

Press the RECORD button on the remote to
begin recording what you’re currently watching.
To find and watch it later, simply press the
RECORD TV button.

The MORE INFO button brings up additional
option related to where you are in the menu
system. You can also press MORE INFO to get
details on the music, TV, pictures, or video that
is selected.

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Button Description

When navigating through the Media Center
menu system, press the BACK button to go to
the previous screen.

Use the CURSOR ARROWS to navigate up,
down, left, or right through the Media menu
system. When you find what you want, press OK
button in the center of the arrows to select it.

The GREEN START BUTTON will launch the
Media Center menu system when you are in
Windows XP. If you are navigating around the
Media Center, press GREEN STARD BUTTON
will bring you back to the Media Center Starting
menu options.

Press SKIP on the remote to jump forward in 30
seconds time increments in the recorded TV
show you’re watching. IF you want to see that
great sports play again when watching live TV or
recorded TV, press REPLAY on the remote and
watch it again.

Press RECORD TV to go directly to the
Recorded TV menu and see what recorded TV
programs you have saved on the mini EPC.

Press the GUIDE button to go directly to the TV
program listings and find a show to watch now or
to select a show or series to record in the future.

Press the LIVE TV button to bring up TV on the
screen of the television connected to your mini
EPC.

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Button Description

Press the DVD MENU button to access the main
menu of the DVD in your DVD drive and to begin
watching it.

Use the NUMBER KEYS to go directly to the TV
channel you want to watch or use them to type
letters, numbers, or symbols into a search box.

3.2 Wireless USB Keyboard (option)

Before using the wireless USB keyboard, you must activate
communication between the mini EPC and the wireless USB
Keyboard.

Please follow the steps to install the wireless USB keyboard.

1. Turn the keyboard over and open the battery compartment.

2. Insert supplied batteries and replace battery compartment cover.

3. Connect “Receiver” to the USB port of the min EPC.

4. Press the button on Receiver, then press “ID Link” button on the
keyboard within 10 seconds to communicate signals.

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[The real Wireless USB Keyboard for shipment is still NOT available.
This one is for symbol only.]

Key numbers: 99Keys (including hot-keys)

Battery: AA size Battery x4

Parameters for Remote Control

Distance for remote control: within 5m.
Angle for remote control: 360 degrees
Frequency band for signal transmitted: at 2.4GHz frequency.

Standby Mode: System will wait for 5 minutes to activate Standby
Mode if there is no any input signal. (During Standby Mode, mouse
(pointing device) will be disabled while keyboard function reminds
alive. You can touch any key to resume system.

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3.3 Configuring Your Screen Display

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):

Display Maximum Resolution Maximum Colors

External Monitor 1600x1200, 85Hz

32-bit true 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.

3.4 How to Access the Optical Drive

Your mini EPC is equipped with a Slot-in type DVD multi/Combo
drive on the front panel of the mini system. You can play music from
audio CDs or play DVD movies. You can also burn music CDs, and
save documents and other digital files on CD-R/DVD-R or CD­RW/DVD-RW discs.

To insert and remove an optical disk on the drive:

1. Make sure the mini EPC is turned on.

2. Slide the optical disk into the slot-in type optical drive with the
label side facing up. (NOTE: Some DVD are two-sided and don’t
have a label on the either side.)

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3. To remove the optical disc. Be sure close CD/DVD player related
programs.

4. Press the eject button under the optical drive slot. Then the
optical disc will slide out.

How to care the CD/DVD

When you handle CDs, pay attention to the following guidelines:

• Always pick up the CD by its edges.

• Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the CD.

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• Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either
side of the CD.

• Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures.

• Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft

cloth.

3.5 Using Flash Memory Cards

What is Flash Memory Card?

Flash Memory is a memory storage media. They are used by most
digital camera, mobile phone, and PDA. Flash memory cards are
built with different form factor and brand name. Their sizes are
smaller than PCMCIA card. This computer supports most of the flash
memory card, including SD, MMC, MS (Memory Stick), and MS_Pro
card.

The 4 in 1 card slot is used by the following cards as SD, MS
( Memory Stick ), MMC, and MS_Pro.

+

For a single moment, only on e card can be inserted into the 4 in 1

card or CF slot

To insert and remove an Flash Memory Card:

For MMC and SD card, you should position the copper connector at
the bottom side. For Memory Stick card, you should position the
copper connector at the topside. All of these cards should be located
at the center of the slots in inserting.

Slot Card type Copper connector

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4 in 1 SD (Secure Digital)

MMC (MultiMedia Card)
MS (Memory Stick)
MS_Pro

Bottom side
Bottom
Top side
Top side

Only one correct side can be accepted for the 4 in 1 card slots. 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
turn the card upside down 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.

To remove the flash memory card, you should first disable the card
setting at the taskbar of the windows XP. Then, you only pull out the
card by fingers; there is no release button for flash memory slot.

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4 Microsoft Media Center

The GE2 (Mini Entertainment PC) integrated in a highly compact
platform is designed for digital entertainment. That means you can
take charge of your media, share moves, TV, photos, and music with
your friends and family. It simplifies our digital life.

At the heart of a Media Center PC is a powerful Windows XP-base
computer so you can send e-mail, browse the web, and get your work
done.

4.1 What is Windows XP Media Center
Edition 2005?

Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is an operating system that
enables you to enjoy the best in home entertainment on your mini
EPC. With Media Center Edition 2005, you can store, share and
enjoy all of your photos, all of your music, all of your home video and
even recorded TV. It’s all contained in one control system. That’s as
easy to use as a normal television set, combining all-in-one access
from a single remote control with a great new user-friendly interface.

Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is built on the foundations of
Windows XP Professional Edition, it’s still a full-functional PC you
can to use with your usual word-processing, e-mail sending and
other programs.

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Start the Windows XP Media Center

Now you should try Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 for
yourself.

Click the START button, then select MEDIA CENTER, or you can
press the GREEN START BUTTON on the Media Center Remote
Control to launch Media Center setup wizard for the first time.

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The Welcome screen appears. (Welcome to the Media Center setup
wizard) Press the NEXT button to continue.

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5 Connecting to Peripherals

This chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your mini
EPC. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor
and keyboard, or any other peripheral device.

Using the USB Port

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you
to connect multiple devices (such as mouse, keyboard, storage
device, joystick, digital camera, and video conference cameras, etc.)
to your notebook computer. 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 computer 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.

Using the LAN Port

This mini EPC is equipped with an internal 10B /100/1000Base-T
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computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and
supports data transfer rates at 10/100Mbps and can be up to
1000Mbps. The 100Base-TX is called Fast Ethernet.

To meet higher bandwidth demand, this mini EPC has upgraded Fast
Ethernet to Gigabit Ethernet. The network becomes more efficient
while downloading movies, music or other multimedia files.

The built-in Gigabit Ethernet LAN module provides a standard RJ-45
connector.

Using the IEEE 1394 Port

IEEE 1394, also known as FireWire, is a high-bandwidth serial bus
developed by Apple and Texas Instruments. IEEE 1394 supports
100, 200, and 400 Mbps (Megabit per second) transfer rates and is
widely used for downing video from digital camcorders to the
computer. In addition to its high speed, IEEE 1394 enables
isochronous (real-time) data transfer. This makes it ideal for devices
that transfer high-bandwidth of data in real-time, such as video
devices. It supports both Plug-and-Play and hot plugging, and also
allows for the connection of up to 63 devices.

With built-in IEEE 1394 port, this computer enables the peripheral
devices in transmitting digital video data or data backup. The
Windows system will automatically recognize it after installing a
suitable driver for it. Please visit Microsoft's web site for more
information about it. Moreover, you should install the driver of
peripheral device to connect with the IEEE 1394 port, for details
please refer to the manual that comes with your peripheral device.

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Using the Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication
technology. It 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.

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 computer integrates built-in Tri-mode 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN
module. with using Intel ® PRO/Wireless network solution by Intel ®
Centrino™ mobile technology. 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. Using the orthogonal FDM (ODFM) transmission
method, IEEE 802.11a operates in the 5 GHz frequency range and
provides up to 54 Mbps connection speed. The higher operating
frequency means a shorter transmission radius (about 60 feet). Yet,

802.11a offers more radio channels than 802.11b does. That can
help avoid radio and microwave interference. You can connect to the
wireless LAN Access Point without insert extra wireless LAN card
into the ExpressCard slot.

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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Using the Modem Port

This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem
that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to
connect to an online service or bulletin board.

The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector.
To connect the analog phone cable to your modem:

1. Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in
notebook shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-11
connector.

2. Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet.

3. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem
port.

NOTE: The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of
telephone lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data
transmission. Contact your service provider for more information.

NOTE: The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable. Longer
cables are available at your local electronics store.

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6 BIOS Setup

Your mini EPC also uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that
allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way
your computer performs. This includes your system time and date,
disk drive configuration and password setup. This information is then
stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you
change it again..

6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program

Your mini EPC is likely to have been properly setup and configured
by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary
to use the mini EPC’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup
program to change system configuration information, such as your
hard disk drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you
power on the system and pressing the <F2> function key.

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
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the screen are some brief help descriptions of each item you want to
change.

To exit the BIOS Setup program, simply press the <Esc> key and
select from the Exit menu whether you want to Save changes and
exit; Discard Changes and exit.

6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup

Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

System Time:

[

10 :28 :32]

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>,

System Date: [03/31/2006]

or <Enter> selects
field.

4

IDE Channel 0 Master [ Installed CD/DVD]

4

SATA Port 0 [ 80026MB SATA1]

CPU Type: Intel® Pentium® M CPU
CPU Speed: 1660 MHz
System Memory: 640 KB
Extended Memory: 1038336 KB
BIOS Version: C.3B-1284-0000

F1

Help

Ç È

Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc

Exit

Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

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• System Time
Allows you to change the system time using the hour: minute:
second format of the computer.
You can also change the system time from your operating
system.

• System Date
Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year
format.
You can also change the system time from your operating
system.

• IDE Channel 0 Master
This field display various parameters for the hard disk drive. If
type [Auto] is selected, the system automatically sets these
parameters. If type [User] is selected, Cylinders, Heads and
Sectors and other value can be edited.

• SATA Port 0
This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically
detects the optical drive.

• 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).

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• 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).

6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup

Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

Legacy USB Support: [Enabled]

Enable support for

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen [Disabled]

Legacy Universal Serial

Extended Memory Testing [None]

Bus

F1 Help

Ç È

Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

• USB Legacy Support

Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB

device.

• Disable Logo screen

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Select boot screen using options: [Enabled] to display POST screen, or

[Disabled] to display Logo screen.

6.4 Security Menu Setup

Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

Supervisor Password Is:

Clea

r

User Password Is: Clear

Supervisor Password
controls access to the

Set Supervisor Password [Enter]

setup utility.

Set User Password [Enter]

Password on boot [Disabled]
Fixed disk boot sector [Normal]

F1 Help

Ç È

Select Item -/+ 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 notebook is under controlled
by Supervisor Password or not.

• User Password Is
Set/Clear selections show that the notebook 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.

• Password on Boot
If you set this field to Enabled, your computer will always ask for
the password every time you boot your computer.

• Fixed Disk Boot Sector
If you set this field to Write Protect, the write protect boot sector
on hard disk will protect against viruses. In this situation, only the
supervisor can access the Boot Sector of fixed disk.

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6.6 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

Item Specific Help

Boot priority order:

IDE CD: MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-845S-(

Keys used to view or

IDE HDD: FUJITSU MHT2080BH-(S1)

configure devices:

PCI BEV: IBA GE Slot 0200 v1231

Up or Down arrows
Select a device.
<+> and <-> moves
The device up or down.

F1 Help

Ç È

Select Item -/+ 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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6.7 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 System 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.

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7 Caring for Your mini

EPC

Important Safety Instructions

This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a
safe environment while using the mini EPC. You can maintain its
condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read
it carefully to ensure maximum safety.

• Lay the mini EPC 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 EPC can be protected from overheating. DO NOT COVER
THE OPENINGS.

• Never open the body of mini EPC. For safety reason, the mini
EPC should only be opened by qualified service personnel.

Environment

• Please keep the mini EPC from humidity.

• Use only a power adapter approved for use with this mini EPC.

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• 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 EPC to the power outlet. If your are unsure of your local
power specifications, consult your dealer or local power
company.

• Do not leave this mini EPC in an environment unconditioned.
Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the mini
EPC.

The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC
60704-1 is equal or less than 70dB(A).

Power Supply

• All cautions and warnings on the mini EPC should be noted.

• The power adapter may have a 3-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.

• 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.

• If the mini EPC is not in use for a long time, disconnect it from
power supply to avoid possible damage by transient over­voltage.

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• To avoid any damage happened to the internal device, you
should first disconnect the AC adapter when replacing any
internal device.

Cleaning Your Mini EPC

When it is necessary to clean the plastic case, use a soft, lint-free
cloth, slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. When
cleaning, do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning.
Instead, use moisture sheet or a cloth for cleaning.

Never use alcohol, petroleum-based solvents, or harsh detergents to
clean the mini EPC. Also never spray any liquids directly on the
computer case, keyboard, or screen.

Maintaining Hard Disk

Here is some maintenance you could do:

• Install the antivirus program to monitor virus that could hacker
your files.

• Use SCANDISK once in a while to correct any errors found in the
directory and File Allocation Table. This will also free up space
from any unused sectors.

• 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 computer so others won't be
able to use the hard disk.

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APPENDIX A

System Specifications

This appendix gives information on the

technical and hardware specifications of your
computer. Please note that the information
mentioned here may not be exactly the same
with your computer as specification is subject to
change without notice or modifying this manual.

Designed with an advanced modular
architecture, your Notebook PC also allows you
for several levels of customization and expansion
that are previously available only on desktop
PCs.

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System Specifications

GE2 Specifications

Processor Unit

z Intel® Viiv™ technology-based PC
z Intel® Core™ Duo processor T2300~ T2700
z 2MB/1MB integrated L2 cache

System Memory

z Two 200-pin memory slots

z User-upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200-pin

SODIMM 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB

modules

z DDR2 –667/533/400 SDRAM modules

Storage

z 2.5” Format 9.5mm High SATA HDD Module; Bus

Mastering, Ultra DMA ATA-150 Support for LBA
Scheme

z Fixed Slot-in DVD-Multi /Combo

Video

z Embedded in Intel 945GM sharing with main memory
z 85 Hz Refresh Rate: Max. 1600 x 1200 pixels, up to

32bit Colors

Wireless USB
Keyboard

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GE2 Specifications

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Audio

z Sound Codec chip: Azalia ACL260
z Compliant with Intel HD Audio

I/O Ports

CTR

Audio Ports

z One DVI-I Socket
z One AV-In Port
z One TV Port (S-Video)
z Three USB2.0 Ports at rear side
z One USB Port at front side
z 4 in 1 Card Reader (for SD, MS, MMC & MS Pro)

Socket (Front side)

z One DC-in Jack
z One IEEE 1394 Port
z TV-Tuner Port (Option)

z External CIR Remote Control

z One Headphone/Line Out Jack shared with SPDIF

out

z One Microphone/Line in Jack

Communication

LAN
Modem

z Built-in 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet Giga-LAN
z 56Kbps v.92 Data/Fax MDC 1.5 (Azalia) Modem

Module (Option)

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GE2 Specifications

Wireless

Bluetooth

2.0

IEEE

802.11a/b/g

z USB Interface
z External Bluetooth Headphone, Keyboard & Mouse

z Intel® Pro/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

(Tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)

Power System

z Adapter, AC 100-240Volt, 50-60 Hz, 65W, 20

Voltage or Less

Operating System

OS z Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

Weight and Dimension

Dimension
s
Weight

z 226mm (W) x 172mm (D) x 42mm (H)
z Approximately 1.3kg

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