Gigabyte Q2532N, Q2532M User Manual
Copyright © 2011 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
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GIGABYTE Q2532 Series Notebooks User’s Manual
Date Issued: 2011/04
This manual takes you, step by step, through setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in this manual has been carefully
checked for accuracy and is subject to change without prior notice.
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General Safety Precautions
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In order to ensure your safety and the safety of your notebook, we ask
that your carefully follow these safety precautions.
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CAUTION: Using your notebook for long periods of time, with
the base resting directly on exposed skin, can cause injury,
burns or discomfort from the heat buildup that is generated from
the base of your portable computer.
● After removing the notebook from the box, please ensure that all
packaging materials are kept out of the reach of small children as
they can cause a potential choking hazard. The packaging materials
should be safely stored away in the event that it may be used again
for safe transportation of the notebook.
● Ensure that the AC Adapter and power cable are placed in a safe
area where it cannot be tripped over or stepped on. The AC Adapter
should be situated in a well ventilated area and should have nothing
resting on or covering it.
● Before turning on the notebook, ensure that it is placed on a level
surface with at least 10 cm of clearance around the air vents, which
will aid in proper cooling.
● Do not obstruct the air vents of the notebook and do not insert any
foreign objects into this space. Doing this may cause a short circuit
or may cause the CPU fan to malfunction, resulting in the risk of a
re or electric shock. This may eventually render permanent damage
to the notebook.
● Do note press or touch the display panel.
● Only use the AC Adapter that is pro vided with the notebook or
that which is reco mmended by th e ma nuf act ure r. Us ing non recommended or non-approved parts may cause damage or increase
the risk of a re or explosion. In the event that another AC Adapter is
required, advice should be sought from a GIGABYTE service agent,
in order to make sure that the correct part is recommended.
● Please follow the battery installation guidelines. Incorrect installation
of batteries may increase the risk of a re or explosion.
● Only replace old batteries with the same or an alternative compatible
battery that is recomme nde d by GIGABYTE or an auth ori zed
GIGABYTE Service Centre.
● Before connecting the notebook to the power outlet, make sure that
the voltage rating of the AC Adapter is compatible with the power
specication in the country where you are located. A detailed list of
the power specication for different countries can be found on Page
23~26.
● When using an extension cord, please make sure that the total sum
of ampere ratings for all connected devices does not exceed the total
ampere capacity for the circuit.
● Before removing the battery from the notebook, make sure firstly
that the notebook is switched off and secondly that the AC Adapter
is disconnected from the electrical wall socket. Once this is done, it
would be safe to remove the battery.
Do not carry the notebook battery, loose in your handbag,
backpack or pocket where loose metal objects (money, keys,
chains, pens, etc) may be present. The metal objects can short
circuit the terminals of the battery resulting in overheating that
could cause a fire hazard. In th e eve nt that you n eed to
transport the battery separately from the noteb ook, please
place it inside an anti-static bag.
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● Discard old worn out batteries according to the instructions on Page
10. Never throw batteries into a re as this can cause an explosion.
● Never attempt to repair or service the notebook yourself. Please
refer all repairs and servicing to qualified service personnel at a
GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre.
Travel Tips
Although notebooks are designed to be as robust as possible to cater
for a mobile lifestyle, extreme care and caution should be taken when
travelling. When travelling by land, sea or air, every precaution should be
taken to make sure that the notebook is well secured when it is not in use.
● The most essential accessory you should have when travelling is a
good carry case for your notebook. The case should be well padded
to protect your notebook from drops and bumps, etc and should be
big enough to hold the size of notebook.
● Make sure there is enough room to carry your AC Adapter and spare
battery etc. Only carry the necessary items in your carry case, as the
weight can become tedious especially when walking long distances
or waiting in long queue’s.
● When travelling by air, never book your notebo ok with c hecked
baggage. Always declare it as hand baggage so that you can carry
it into the airplane cabin with you. Most airlines allow two pieces of
hand baggage with one of them being a bag or carry case with a
portable notebook. Please consult your local airline for more details.
● When placing your notebook on an X-Ray, make sure that you keep
a close eye on it when it is on the conveyor belt. Hold on to your
notebook until the last minute before placing it on the conveyor.
In some airports it could be stolen while you are stuck in a queue
waiting to pass through the metal detector.
● Notebooks and hard drives can pass through X-Ray machines but
never allow these to pass through a metal detector. This can cause
data loss to the hard drive.
● Never place your notebook in the overhead storage compartment as
this can make it susceptible to damage caused by turbulence that
may be experienced during the ight or in other case theft. You can
store your notebook under your seat, where it is always in sight.
● You should take every precaution to protect your notebook from dust,
dirt, liquid spillage, food droppings, extreme weather conditions and
direct exposure to sunlight.
● When travelling between different climates, from one extreme to
another, condensation may occur inside the notebook. If this does
happen, please allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate
completely, before attempting to switch on.
● When travelling from extremely colder to extremely warmer climates
in a short space of time, and vice versa, please allow the notebook
some time to adapt to the change in environment.
Usage Tips
● When unplugging the power connector from the notebook, please
hold and pull on the connector or the strain relief loop to disconnect.
Do not pull the power cord itself as this can cause damage to the
cable or the notebook.
● In the event of an electrical storm, please disconnect the notebook
from the power source and unplug any network or telephone cables
that may be connected to the notebook.
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● Do not use the notebook near water sources, like bathtubs, washing
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basins, kitchen or laundry sinks or swimming pools. Liquid that can
spill onto the notebook by accident can cause electric shock to you
and damage to the notebook.
Cleaning Tips
When cleaning the notebook, please make sure tha t the notebook
is switched off and disconnected from the power source and that the
battery is removed.
Notebook Cover:
Use a microber or lint free soft cotton cloth and kitchen detergent (mix 5
parts water to 1 part detergent).
● Wet the cloth and wring out all excess liquid and wipe the surfaces
clean.
● Take extra care to make sure that the cloth is damp and not very wet,
especially when cleaning around the air vents and other openings as
too much liquid in the cloth could drip onto the external components
causing damage to the notebook.
● Do not clean the keyboard with this liquid.
Keyboard:
● It is advisable to use a can of compressed air to clean debris that
● Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean the keys by dipping a lint- free
● Allow to dry for at least 5 minutes.
maybe caught underneath the keys.
soft cloth into it, wringing out the excess liquid and wiping the keys.
LCD:
● It is best to use a microber cloth to clean the surface of the LCD.
● If there are any marks or stains present, it would be wise to use
commercially available LCD cleaning kit. When using a commercially
available LCD cleaning kit, never spray the liquid directly onto the
screen. You must spray it onto the cleaning cloth and then wipe the
screen clean.
● If this is not available then you can mix 50% isopropyl alcohol and
50% distilled water to clean the surface of the LCD screen.
● Dip the lint free soft cotton cloth into the solution, wringing out excess
liquid.
● The cloth must be damp but not dripping with liquid.
● Take care not to let any excess liquid drip into the notebook.
● Start from the top of the LCD surface and wipe from side to side.
● Continue with this until the entire LCD surface has been cleaned.
● Wipe the display with a clean, dry lint free soft cotton or microber
cloth.
● Wait for the LCD surface to dry completely and then close the lid.
Be careful when using Isopropyl Alcohol as this is a ammable
liquid. Please keep away from children, naked flames or a
notebook that is switched on.
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Warranty Guidelines
All warranty repairs and service must be carried out by a GIGABYTE
Authorized Repair Centre.
GIGABYTE Limited Warranty
GIGABYTE warrants, that the GIGABYTE branded Notebook/Netbook
is free of any defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
during the warranty period.
● All GIGABYTE supplied AC adapters and batteries carry a 1 year
limited warranty.
● The warranty is effective from date of purchase.
● If proof of purchase cannot be shown, then the warranty will be
determined based on the date of manufacture.
● The limited warranty is only valid for GIGABYTE branded or supplied
hardware.
● In the event that a defect arises in materials or workmanship and
proof is shown of this defect, GIGABYTE will, through its authorized
service provider or partner, repair the product at no extra charge,
using new or refurbished replacement parts in order to fulfill the
warranty obligations.
● If, during the warranty period, GIGABYTE or its service provider
is unable to repair the product, the product will be replaced with a
comparable product that is new or refurbished.
Warranty Limitations
The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following.
● Software, including the operating system and applications supplied
with the product. This also includes third party software that may be
installed after purchase.
● Third party hardware, products and accessories not supplied by
GIGABYTE. This also includes third party hardware that may be
bundled with the notebook or netbook.
● Products with missing or defaced labels and/or serial numbers
● Products damaged by environmental factors, which include oxidation
● Products damaged by natural disasters or acts of God.
● Physical Damages which include, but not limited to, the following:
►Unauthorized modications, repairs or servicing
►Misuse, abuse, neglect or failure to follow instructions in the user
manual.
►Improper assembly
►Da mage s caused by transport d ue to improper packa ging or
mishandling by the courier company unless transport is part of the
warranty conditions in certain countries.
►Electric damage resulting from faulty or failed electric power or
power surges.
►Damaged or cracked components
►Liquid damage
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Regulatory Notices & Certications
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Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
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limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables
to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that
changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the
equipment. (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47,
part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Ofce of the Federal Register,
National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government
Printing Ofce.)
Any changes or modications made to this equipment may void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment. 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.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
● All external cables connecting to this basic unit must be shielded.
For cables connecting to PCMCIA cards, see the option manual or
installation instructions.
Caution: The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in
order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference
to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure
compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions in the user
guide. This equipment is for operation within 5.15 GHz and 5.25 GHz
frequency ranges and is restricted to indoor environments only.
Caution: Any changes or modications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment. “The manufacturer declares
that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz
frequency by specied rmware controlled in the USA.”
FCC RF Exposure Guidelines (Wireless Clients)
This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RF Exposure
(SAR) limits in typical portable configurations. In order to comply
with SAR imits establ ished in the ANS I C95 .1 st andards , it is
re comme nd ed whe n usi ng a wire less LAN ad apter th at the
integrated antenna is positioned more than [20cm] from your body or
nearby persons during extended periods of operation. If the antenna
is positioned less than [20cm] from the user, it is recommended that
the user limit the exposure time.
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R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)
The foll owing items were complete d and are considered relevant
and sufficient for the R&TTE (Radio & Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment) directive:
● Essential requirements as in [Article 3]
● Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]
● Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]
● Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article
3.1b]
● Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN
301]
● Testing according to [489-17]
● Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
● Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]
CE Notice (European Union)
This symbol indicates this Booktop Q2532 notebook complies with
the EMC Directive and the European Union’s Low Voltage Directive. This
symbol also indicates that Q2532 meets the following technical
standards:
● EN 55022 — “Limitations and Methods of Measurement for the Radio
Interferences of Information Technology Equipment.”
● EN 55024 — “Infor ma tion tec hnolo gy equ ip ment - Im munit y
characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement.”
● EN 61000-3-2 — “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Chapter
3: Limits - Section 2: Limits on the harmonic current emissions
(Equipment input current up to and including 16 A per phase).”
● EN 61000-3-3 — “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Chapter
3: Limits - Section 3: Limits on the voltage uctuations and icker in
low-voltage power supply systems for equipment with rate current up
to and including 16 A.”
NOTE: EN 55022 emis sions requir ements provide for two
classications
● Class A governs commercial use
● Class B is governs residential use
For CB:
● Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery
type may explode, leak or damage the computer.
● Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered
on.
● Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that
appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the
computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may
cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in re.
● Rec harg e the batte ries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect
recharging may make the battery explode.
● Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair
or replacement to your service representative or qualified service
personnel.
● Kee p children away from, and pro mptl y dispose of a dama ged
battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries may explode
or leak if exposed to re, or improperly handled or discarded.
● Keep the battery away from metal appliances.
● Afx tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.
● Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.
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BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
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The symbol above must be attached to the product indicating compliance
with the BSMI standard.
Most Q2532 co mputers are classified by the Bureau of Standards,
Meteorology and Inspection (BSMI) as Class B information
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technology equipment (ITE).
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● On Class A systems, the following warning will appear near the
regulation label:
● Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference, in which case users may be
required to take adequate measures.
● Caution: Suggest to operate under 35˚C
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Introduction
Con gratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE
notebook computer. This portable notebook computer provides
excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you
reliable, no fuss computing.
This manual will explain to you, step by step, how to setup and
begin using your Q2532. It provides basic configuring, operation,
care and troubleshooting guidelines.
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Content
General Safety Precautions...............................................................I
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Travel Tips ........................................................................................ II
Usage Tips .......................................................................................II
Cleaning Tips...................................................................................III
Warranty Guidelines ........................................................................IV
Regulatory Notices & Certications ..................................................V
Introduction ....................................................................................VIII
Chapter 1 Before You Start
1.1 Make Sure You Have Everything .............................................2
1.2 Familiarize Yourself with the Computer ...................................2
1.3 Top View .................................................................................. 3
1.4 Left View ..................................................................................4
1.5 Right View ................................................................................4
1.6 Bottom View .............................................................................5
Chapter 2 Getting Started
2.1 Power Sources ......................................................................... 8
2.2 Battery Maintenance Guidance ................................................ 9
2.3 Starting Your Notebook .......................................................... 11
2.4 Status Indicators ....................................................................12
2.5 Using Function Keys .............................................................. 13
2.6 Using the Touch Pad .............................................................14
2.7 Memory Module Upgrade ......................................................15
Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery
3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery ..................................................17
3.2 Function Smart .......................................................................18
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
4.1 Identifying the Problem ..........................................................20
4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information ............................................. 20
Appendix
Q2532 Specications......................................................................22
International Country Voltage ......................................................... 23
Plug Type........................................................................................27
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Chapter 1 Before You Start
This chapter provides basic information to help you get started and
to use the Q2532 notebook.
Some of the features described herein may not function properly
or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating
system. Any change to the operating system may cause improper
function.
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