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.

No part or parts of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,

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Product names used herein are for identication purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective companies.

Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

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NVIDIA® and GeForce® are trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation.

All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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
specication in the country where you are located. A detailed list of
the power specication 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 microber 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 microber 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 microber
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 modications, 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 & Certications

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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 modications 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: Ofce of the Federal Register,
National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government
Printing Ofce.)

Any changes or modications 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 modications 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 specied 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
classications

● 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.

● Afx 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).

CCC (China only)

● 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 & Certications ..................................................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 Specications......................................................................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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1.1 Make Sure You Have Everything

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When you receive your notebook PC, unpack it carefully and check
to make sure you have all the items listed below. For a pre-congured
model you should have the following:

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● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer

● Lithium-Ion Battery

● AC Adapter with Power Cord

● Driver Disc

● User Manual

Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is
complete, read through the following pages to learn about all of your
notebook components.

NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the actual
appearance of your notebook may vary from that shown in this
manual.These images are for illustration purposes.

1.2 Familiarize Yourself with the Computer

Opening The Display Panel
To open the display panel, simply lift the lid up. Use one hand to keep
the base of the notebook down rmly, and use the other hand to open
the display.The hinges are designed to keep the notebook screen closed
without the need for a latch.

When closing it, be sure not to slam the display shut as this can damage
the display and notebook.

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1.3 Top View

The following is an overview of the front of the notebook.

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NO. Item Function

The built-i n 1.3 mega pixel camera with 1 digital

1 Webcam

2 Microphone

3 LCD Display

microphone allows you to snap a photo or create a
video or hold a video conference or chat with just a
click.

The built-in microphone allows for the reception and
transmission of voice and/or other audio data to any
program capable of utilizing the microphone.

The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics.

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Media Keys control various functions/operations for
the Notebook, including enable or disable the wireless

Multimedia

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Keys

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Speakers

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Multi Card

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Reader

Touchpad

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Touchpad
Button

Status

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Indicator
Lights

Power On

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Button

network conn ect ion , enable or disable spe ake rs,
play or pause the current multimedia track, stop the
current multimedia track, skip back to th e previo us
multimedia track, skip forward to the next multimedia
track, Decrease the speaker volume, and increase the
speaker volume(from left to right sequence).

The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear
audio without additional attachments. The multimedia
sou nd syste m features an integra ted digital audio
controller that produces rich and vibrant sound.

A full-size keyboard wit h dedicated Windows® keys.
The layout will depend on the region you live in.

The memory card reader offers the fastest and most
convenient method to transfer pictures, music and data
between your notebook and ash compatible devices
such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones,
and PDAs.

The touchpad pointing device is a mouse like cursor
control with one button and a touch sensitive movement
pad.

The left and right of the button function like the left and
right mouse button.

The S tatus Indicator Light s corr espond to speci fic
op erati ng mod es. Th ese mo des ar e Po wer on /
Suspend status , Battery / AC Adapter status, Hard
Drive Activity(HDD), Wireless LAN activity, Caps Lock,
and Num Lock.

This button turns your notebook on and off or puts it to
sleep. (See Suspend/Power On Button in the Power
On section for more information.)

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1.4 Left View

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The following is a brief description of the left side of the notebook.

1.5 Right View

The following is a brief description of the right side of the notebook.

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NO. Item Function

1 DC in Jack

2 LAN (RJ-45) Port

External Monitor

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Port

4 HDMI Port

5 USB 3.0 Port

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The DC in JACK port allows you to plug in
the AC adapter to power your notebook and
charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery. Only
use certied AC adaptors.

Th e LAN por t is desig ned to suppo rt a
10/100/1000 Base-T standard RJ-45 plug.

The external monitor por t al low s yo u to
connect an external monitor.

The HDMI port allows you to connect a video
device such as an HD television, projector,
or HD display to your computer for outputing
a high denition signal.

The USB port allows many devices to run
sim ulta neously. It supports hot- swap ping
of devices so that most peripherals can be
connected or disconnected without restarting
the notebook.

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Headphone

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Jack

Microphone

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Jack

3 USB 2.0 Port

Optical Disc

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Drive

Optical Disc

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Drive Eject
Button

Emergency Tray

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Release

Kensington

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Lock Slot

The headphone jack allows you to connect
hea dph on e s or ex ter na l sp eak er s and
ampliers.

The microphone jack allows you to connect an
external microphone.

The USB port allo ws many devices to run
si multaneo usly. It sup ports hot -swap pin g
of devices so that most peripherals can be
connected or disconnected without restarting
the notebook.

The optical drive allows you to play back and
write media discs such as CDs & DVDs.

The optical drive eject button allows you to
open the optical drive tray to remove or insert
a CD,DVD or BD.

This lig ht flicke rs to i ndicate a ctivity w hen
the ODD is playing a media disc or is being
accessed by the operating system.

The Kensington lock slot allows you to secure
your notebook to an immovable object with an
optional security cable.

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1.6 Bottom View

The following is an overview of the bottom of the notebook.

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The battery bay contains the internal Lithium­Io n bat tery. It can be unlat ched for th e

1 Battery Bay

Battery Release

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Latch

Compartment

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Cover

4 Cooling Vents

remova l of t he batt ery w hen stor ed over
a lon g pe rio d of time or for swa ppi ng a
discharged battery with a charged Lithium­Ion battery, and latched in place again.

Release the battery for removal.

Th e Com pa rtmen t Cov er contain s har d
disk drive, wireless and BT combo card and
memory modules.

The s e are op e n ven t s for th e fan to
dissipate heat from the computer's internal
components. Do not block these or place
the comp uter in such a positi on that you
inadvertently allow the outlet s to bec ome
blocked. Do not cover the vents or place any
object into or over the vents.

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Chapter 2 Getting Started

This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the
Q2532 and familiarizes you with the notebook. Certain parts of the
notebook can be user upgraded while others are xed and cannot
be changed.

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2.1 Power Sources

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Your computer has two types of power sources: a Lithium-Ion battery
and an AC adapter.

Connecting the Power Adapters

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The AC adapter provides power for operating your notebook PC as well
as charging the battery.

It is recommended that only the AC adapter supplied with the Q2532 is
used. Any other adapter could cause damage or malfunction and might
result in injury.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.

Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery Power

1. Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.

2. Remove the AC adapter. Your notebook will automatically switch from

DC power to battery power.

CAUTION: The Lithium-Ion battery does not ship with a pre­charge initially. You will need to connect the AC adapter to
useyour notebook PC the rst time.

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1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port of your computer.

3. Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet.

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2.2 Battery Maintenance Guidance

Before you use your notebook on the road, you will have to charge the
battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the notebook
is connected to external power using the power adapter. Fully charge the
battery pack before using it for the rst time. A new battery pack must
completely charge before the notebook is disconnected from external
power. It takes a few hours to fully charge the battery when the notebook
is turned OFF. Please note the battery stops charging if the temperature
is too high or the battery voltage is too high.

NOTE: Do not leave the battery pack discharged. The battery
pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, it must
continued to be charged every three month to extend recovery
capacity or else it may fail to charge in the future.

Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries require routine maintenance and
care in their use and handling. Read through below instruction and your
notebook will achieve the maximum battery life span.

Battery Maintenance

● Do not leave batteries unused for extended periods of time, either

in the notebook or in storage. When a battery has been unused
for 3months, check the charge status and charge or dispose of the
battery as appropriate.

● The typical estimated life of a Lithium-Ion battery is about two to

three years or300 to 500 charge cycles, whichever occurs rst. One
charge cycle is a period of use from fully charged, to fully discharged,
and fully recharged again. Use a two to three year life expectancy for
batteries that do not run through complete charge cycles.

● Re chargea ble Lithium-Ion batte ries have a lim ited life and will
gradually lose their capacity to hold a charge. This loss of capacity
is irreversible. As the battery loses capacity, the length of time it will
power the notebook decreases.

● The run time of your battery will vary depending on the product’s
conguration and the applications that you run. Routinely check the
battery’s charge status.

● Battery terminals must avoid contact with any metallic substance.
For preventing shortage, avoid silver coins, tinsels and any other
metallic substances to contact the + and - terminals of the battery. For
example, It might happen by inserting the batteries to a coat pocket
or a leather handbag with some metallic substances mounted on it
(metal buttons or zippers). There is high possibility of causing short
circuits and connection damage of the battery.

● Consider replacing the battery with a new one if you note either of the
following conditions:

1. The battery run time drops below about 80% of the original run time.

2. The battery charge time increases signicantly.

3. If a battery is stored or otherwise unused for an extended period, be

sure to follow the storage instructions in P10. If you do not follow the
instructions, and the battery has no charge remaining when you check
it, consider it to be damaged. Do not attempt to recharge it or to use it.
Replace it with a new battery.

Charging

The Lithium-Ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter. To
recharge the battery, make sure the battery is installed and the notebook
is connected to the AC adapter. The charge times will be significantly
longer if your notebook is in use while the battery is charging. If you
want to charge the battery more quickly, put your computer into Suspend
mode or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery. Please
always follow the charging instructions provided with your notebook.

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Low Battery State

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When the battery level is low, a notification message appears. If you
do not respond to the low battery message, the battery continues
to discharge until it is too low to operate. When this happens, your
notebook goes into Suspend mode. There is no guarantee your data will

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be saved once the notebook reaches this point.

CAUTION: To protect your notebook from damage, use only the
power adapter that came with it because each power adapter

has its own power output rating.

Handling Precautions

● Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery.

● Do not short the external contacts on a battery.

● Do not dispose of a battery in re or water.

● Do not expose a battery to temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F).

● Keep the battery away from children.

● Avoid exposing the battery to excessive shock or vibration.

● Do not use a damaged battery.

● If a battery pack has leaking uids, do not touch any uids. Dispose of

a leaking battery pack (see Disposal and Recycling section ).

Once your notebook goes into suspend mode as a result of a dead
battery, you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a
source of power either from an adapter or a charged battery. Once you
have provided power, you can press the Suspend/ Resume button to
resume operation. In Suspend mode, your data is maintained for some
time, but if a power source is not provided promptly, the power indicator
stops ashing and then goes out, in which case you have lost the data
that was not saved. Once you provide power, you can continue to use
your computer while an adapter charges the battery.

Storage

● Charge or discharge the battery to approximately 50% of capacity
before storage.

● Charge the battery to approximately 50% of capacity at least once
every three months.

● Remove the battery and store it separately from the notebook.

● Store the battery at temperatures between 5 °C and 20 °C (41 °F and 68 °F).

CAUTION: The battery self-discharges during storage. Higher
temperatures (above 20 °C or 68 °F) reduce the battery storage

life.

In case of eye contact with uid, do not rub eyes. Immediately ush eyes
thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids,
until no evidence of the uid remains. Seek medical attention.

Transportation

Always check all applicable local, national, and international regulations
before transporting a Lithium-Ion battery. Transporting an end-of-life,
damaged, or r ecalled battery may, in certain cases, be specifically
limited or prohibited.

Disposal and Recycling

Lithium-Ion batteries are subject to disposal and recycling regulations
that vary by country and region. Always check and follow your applicable
regulations before disposing of any battery. Contact your local battery
recycling organization. Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste
elect ron ic e quipment in standa rd was te rec ept acles. Place onl y
discharged batteries in a battery collection container. Use electrical tape
or other approved covering over the battery connection points to prevent
short circuits.

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2.3 Starting Your Notebook

Suspend / Power on Button

The suspend/power on switch is used to switch on your notebook from
its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the
internal Lithium-Ion battery, you can power on your notebook by pressing
the suspend/power on button located above the keyboard. If you need
to take an extended break, press the button again to place the notebook
into sleep mode or turn it off.

CAUTION: Do not carry your notebook around with the power
on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging the

hard disk.

When you power on your notebook, it will perform a Power On Self
Test (POST) to check the internal parts and confguration for correct
functionality. If a fault is found, your computer emits an audio warning
and/or displays an error message on the display with a description or
code.

Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by
starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and
revising the settings. After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self
Test (POST), your notebook loads the installed operating system.

CAUTION Never turn off your notebook during the Power On
Self Test (POST), or an unrecoverable error may occur.

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2.4 Status Indicators

English

The status indicator lights correspond to specific operating modes.
These modes are: Power on/ Sus pend status, Battery/AC Adapter
status, Hard Drive Activity (HDD), Wireless transmission activity, Caps
Lock, and Num Lock.

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1 2 3 4 5 6

The Battery indicator tells you whether
the Lithium-Ion battery is charging or is
already fully charged.

● If you are charging your battery, the
Battery indicator remains on even if

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Battery
Indicator

Hard Disk

3

DSC/MMC/MS

Drive (HDD)
Activity
Indicator

your notebook is shut off.

● If th ere is no ba tte ry activity, th e
power adapters are not connected,
or the power switch is off, the Battery
indicator will also be off.

● Ba tte ri es su bj ect ed to sho ck s,
vibrations or extreme temperatures
be permanently damaged.

The Har d Disk Dr ive (HDD ) activity
indicator tells you whether your internal
hard drive is being accessed and, if so,
how fast.
Do not switch off the botebook if this
light is ashing.

can

NO. Symbol Item Function

Power On/

1

Suspend
Status
Indicator

Thi s lig ht il lu m in ate s wh en th e
computer is powered on, and ashes
when the computer is in Suspend
mode.

Wireless

4

Transmission
Activity
Indicator

5

6

The Caps
Lock Indicator

The Num Lock
Indicator

The Wirel ess Tran smission Acti vit y
ind i ca t or te lls yo u whe the r you r
computer is connected to a Bluetooth/
wireless network or not.

Thi s i nd i ca to r te ll s you th at the
keyboard is set to type in all capital or
uppercase letters.

This indicator shows when the internal
keyboard is in ten-key numeric keypad
mode.

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2.5 Using Function Keys

Your c omputer has 16 funct ion keys . The functions assigne d
to these keys differ for each application. The [FN] key provides
ex tende d fun ction s for the no te book and is alway s use d in
conjunction with another key.

● [FN+F1]: Places the notebook in Suspend mode. Pressing the

Power button returns it to active mode.

● [FN+F2]: Enables or disables the wireless network connection.

● [FN+F3]: Enables or disables bluetooth connection.

● [FN+F4]: Toggles the notebook among various power management

modes. The power management modes control many

aspects of the device to maximize performance versus

battery time.

● [FN+F5]: Increases the screen brightness.

● [FN+F6]: Decreases the screen brightness.

● [FN+F7]:

● [FN+F8]: Allows you to change your selection of where to send your

● [FN+F9]:

● [FN+F10]: Enables or disables speakers.

● [FN+F11]: Decreases the speaker volume.

Toggles the display panel On and Off. (stretches the screen

area to ll the entire display when using low resolution modes.)

display video. Each time you press the combination of keys

you will step to the next choice. The choices, in order, are:

built-in display panel only -> external monitor only -> both

built-in display panel and external monitor. NOTE: Must

connect and external monitor before booting up.

Enables or disables touchpad. Locking the touchpad will

prevent you from accidentally moving the cursor while typing.

● [FN+F12]: Increases the speaker volume.

● [FN+↑]: Stop the current multimedia track.

● [FN+↓]: Play or Pauses the current/selected multimedia track.

● [FN+←]: Skip Back to the previous multimedia track.

● [FN+→]: Skip Forward to the next multimedia track.

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2.6 Using the Touchpad

DSC/MMC/MS

English

A touchpad pointing device comes built into your computer. It is used to
control the movement of the pointer to select items on your desktop and use
applications on the notebook. The touchpad consists of a cursor control, a
left and right button, and a scroll bar. The cursor control works the same way

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a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires
light pressure from the tip of your nger. The left and right buttons function
the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary
depending on the application that is being used.
The scroll bar allows you to navigate quickly through pages, without having
to use the on-screen cursor to manipulate the up and down scroll bars.

Clicking

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the
cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then
immediately release it. To right click, move the mouse cursor to the item
you wish to select, press the right button once, and then immediately
release it. You also have the option to perform the clicking operation by
tapping lightly on the touchpad once.

Double-Clicking

Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in
rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button.
To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the
left button twice, and then immediately release it.
You also have the option to perfo rm the d ouble-click ope ration by
tapping lightly on the touchpad twice.

Dragging

Dragging means pressing and holding the left button while moving the
cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move.
Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location
and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the touchpad.
First, tap the touchpad twice over the item you wish to move, making
sure to leave your nger on the pad after the nal tap. Next, move the
object to its new location by moving your finger across the touchpad,
and then release your nger. Using the Scroll bar allows you to navigate
through a document quickly without using the window's scroll bars. This
is particularly useful when you are navigat-ing through on-line pages.

CAUTION: The touchpad responds to movement not to force.
There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard

does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad.
The touchpad responds best to light pressure.

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2.7 Memory Module Upgrade

To incr ea se your noteb oo k's memo ry capacit y (up to 8 GB
max imum), additi onal memory modules may be installed. The
memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module.
Do not remove a ny screws f rom the memory upgrade module
compartment except for the ones specically shown in the directions
here.

Installing a Memory Module:

The following steps describe how to install a memory upgrade
module. We do not recommend that you do this yourself.

1. Tur n off powe r to your not ebook using the power switc h,
disconnect the power adapter, and/ or remove the battery pack.

2. Place your notebook upside-down on a clean work surface.

3. Loosen the ve screws securing the compartment cover.

4. Lift up and remove the compartment cover. The memory upgrade
module can be severely damaged by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and
installing the module.

5. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip
side up, with the connector slot in the compartment.

6. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45o angle and press it
rmly onto the connector.

7. Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment
until it locks into the retaining clips on either side. You will hear a
click when it is properly in place.

8. Replace the cover and screws that were removed previously.
Installation of the new memory module is now complete.

English

The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove
from your notebook PC. Once it is installed, you should leave it in
place unless you want to increase system memory capacity.

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Chapter 3 GIGABYTE
Smart Recovery

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3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery

System Recovery - Restore your Q2532 operating system. The hard
drive of the Q2532 has a hidden partition that contains a full backup
image of the operating system that can be used to recover the system in
the event that something happens to the operating system.

If the hard drive is removed or the partition deleted, the recover
options will no longer be available and a recovery service will be
needed.

Launch System Recovery:

The system recover feature is part of the netbook installation and it
ships preset from the factory. The options menu allows you to launch
the Windows recovery tool to reinstall the operating system to factory
defaults. Below will briey describe how to launch the recovery tool and
to get the recovery started.

1. Turn off or restart the netbook.

2. Turn the netbook on and press and hold the F9 key to launch the tool.

3. The recovery window will open and give you the option to "Recovery"

in the toolbar. You will be prompted if you want to recovery. Click on
"Recovery" to begin the repair if you do.

4. The "Recovering" window will open and begin the recovery.

5. Once it is complete you will be prompted to reboot the netbook.

Please be noted that the GIGABYTE Smart Recovery interface,
icons, utilities and software versions may vary based on the
purchased models. Please operate GIGABYTE Smart Recovery

according to the default built-in version.

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3.2 Function Smart

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Function Smart menu provides intuitive interface that users can easily
activate the functions by pressing hot keys.

(1) Pr es sing th e “F n” key on ce wil l la un ch basi c fe at ure s of

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FunctionSmart which are already being explained in “2.5 Using
Function Keys” section.

After selecting the function you want to access, there will be a few
modes of each feature presented on the screen. Users can choose
any action by pressing the respective hot key repeatedly.

● Visual Desktop:
Virtual Desktop offers 4 different scenarios – Work, Home, Ofce
and Presentation modes for the user to organize desktop. The user
can even drag and drop the application from one mode to another
directly.

● Instant Backup:
This feature lets you backup your important data with just a few
clicks away. It is fast, secured and easy.

● Windows Switch:
Windows Switch offers a quick and easy way to do task switch
especially when the user has multiple applications active at the same
time.

(2) Pressing the “Fn ” key twice will launch advance d features of

Functi onSmart . You will see a few opti ons, includi ng Outdoor
Contrast, Visual Desktop, Instant Backup, Windows Switch, Screen
Zoom Out and Screen Zoom In. Users can choose any mode they
need by pressing the respective hot key repeatedly.

● Outdoor Contrast:
Sitting outside under the sunlight makes the screen hard to read.
At this time, you need Outdoor Contrast setting to adjust the screen
color for easier text reading.

● Zoom In/Out:
Never worry about the screen size makes your reading difcult. With
this Zoom In/Out fast-access feature, users can easily makes the
content less cluttered and more readable.

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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

This section will briey cover some frequently encountered problems
and questions and provide a quick guide to assist with solve these
problems. Most problems can be resolved quickly, simply and
easily and are not always a system problem. Should you encounter
a problem that is not yet or differently listed, please consult the
GIGABYTE website or call your unit supplier for assistance.

For website assistance go to the Support section of www.gigabyte.
com for telephonic assistance please call the supplier of your unit
or take the unit to the supplier directly for assistance.

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Troubleshooting

English

Your notebook PC is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field.
However, you may encoun-ter simple setup or operating problems that
you can solve on the spot, or problems with periph-eral devices, that you
can solve by replacing the device. The information in this section helps

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you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward problems and
identify failures that require service.

4.1 Identifying The Problem

If you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before
pursuing complex troubleshooting:

Before you place the call, you should have the following information
ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with

the fastest possible solution:

● Product name

● Product conguration number

● Product serial number

● Purchase date

● Conditions under which the problem occurred

● Any error messages that have occurred

● Hardware conguration

● Type of device connected, if any

1. Turn off your notebook.

2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your notebook and to an
active AC power source.

3. Make sur e that any card installed in the PC card slo t is seated
properly. You can also remove the card from the slot, thus eliminating
it as a possible cause of failure.

4. Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors
are plugged in properly. You can also disconnect such devices, thus
eliminating them as possible causes of failure.

5. Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds
before you turn it on.

6. Go through the boot sequence.

7. I f the pr oblem has no t bee n res ol ved, conta ct your suppo rt
representative.

Se e th e co nfigu ration la bel on t he bot tom of y our noteb ook for
conguration and serial numbers.

Copyright-protected technology This product incorporates copyright
pro tection t echnology tha t is protected by U.S. pat ents and other
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be autho-rized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information

More service information please link to GIGABYTE ofcial website:
www.gigabyte.com

Appendix

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Q2532 Specications

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CPU

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OS

LCD Display

System Memory

Chipset

Video Graphics

Hard Disk Drive

Optical Drive

I/O Port

Audio

Communications

Webcam

Security

Battery

Dimensions

Weight

LAN

Wireless LAN

Bluetooth

3.5G Module

Specications

Q2532M Q2532N

Intel® Sandy Bridge i3 / i5 / i7 Processor Intel® Sandy Bridge i3 / i5 / i7 Processor

Genuine Windows® 7 Operating System Genuine Windows® 7 Operating System

15.6” WXGA HD 1366x768 with LED backlight 15.6” WXGA HD 1366x768 with LED backlight

1GB/2GB DDRIII, 2 slots, Max 8GB 1GB/2GB DDRIII, 2 slots, Max 8GB

Mobile Intel® HM65 Express Chipsets Mobile Intel® HM65 Express Chipsets

NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 540M, Optimus support Intel GT2 graphics with dynamic frequency

320GB/500GB/640GB/750GB 2.5” 9.5mm SATA
HDD, 5400rpm/7200rpm

12.7mm Super Multi DVD RW

12.7mm Blu-ray ODD support (optional)

USB(2.0)*2, USB(3.0)*2, HDMI, D-Sub, RJ45, Mic­in, Earphone-out, 7-in-1 card reader(SD/SDHC/
SDXC/MMC/MS/MS Pro/MS Pro HG), DC-in jack

2W Speaker*2, Internal Mic-in 2W Speaker*2, Internal Mic-in

10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Base-T 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Base-T

802.11b/g/n Wireless+BT 3.0 Combo 802.11b/g/n Wireless+BT 3.0 Combo

N/A N/A

1.3M Pixel 1.3M Pixel

HDD Password, Kensington Lock HDD Password, Kensington Lock

Li-ion 8 cell 4S2P 4400mAh Li-ion 8 cell 4S2P 4400mAh

380(W) x 262 (D) x 29.1~34 (H) mm 380(W) x 262 (D) x 29.1~34 (H) mm

~ 2.8 kg(w/ 8 cell battery) ~ 2.8 kg(w/ 8 cell battery)

320GB/500GB/640GB/750GB 2.5” 9.5mm SATA
HDD, 5400rpm/7200rpm

12.7mm Super Multi DVD RW

12.7mm Blu-ray ODD support (optional)

USB(2.0)*2, USB(3.0)*2, HDMI, D-Sub, RJ45, Mic-in,
Earphone-out, 7-in-1 card reader(SD/SDHC/SDXC/
MMC/MS/MS Pro/MS Pro HG), DC-in jack

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International Country Voltage

Region Voltage Frequency

Afghanistan 240V 50 Hz
Albania 220V 50 Hz
Algeria 230V 50 Hz
American Samoa 120V 60 Hz
Andorra 230V 50 Hz
Angola 220V 50 Hz
Anguilla 110V 60 Hz
Antigua 230V 60 Hz
Argentina 220V 50 Hz
Armenia 230V 50 Hz
Aruba 127V 60 Hz
Australia 230V 50 Hz
Austria 230V 50 Hz
Azerbaijan 220V 50 Hz
Azores 220V 50 Hz
Bahamas 120V 60 Hz
Bahrain 230V 50 Hz
Balearic Islands 220V 50 Hz
Bangladesh 220V 50 Hz
Barbados 115V 50 Hz
Belarus 220V 50 Hz
Belgium 230V 50 Hz
Belize 110V / 220V 60 Hz
Benin 220V 50 Hz
Bermuda 120V 60 Hz
Bhutan 230V 50 Hz
Bolivia 220V 50 Hz
Bonaire 127V 50 Hz
Bosnia 220V 50 Hz
Botswana 231 V 50 Hz

Region Voltage Frequency

Brazil 127V / 220 V 60 Hz
Brunei 240V 50 Hz
Bulgaria 230V 50 Hz
Burkina Faso 220V 50 Hz
Burundi 220V 50 Hz
Cambodia 230V 50 Hz
Cameroon 220V 50 Hz
Canada 120V 60 Hz
Canary Islands 220V 50 Hz
Cape Verde 220V 50 Hz
Cayman Islands 120V 60 Hz
Central African Republic 220V 50 Hz
Chad 220V 50 Hz
Channel Islands 230V 50 Hz
Chile 220V 50 Hz
China (mainland only) 220V 50 Hz
Colombia 120V 60 Hz
Comoros 220V 50 Hz
Congo-Brazzaville 230V 50 Hz
Congo-Kinshasa 220V 50 Hz
Cook Islands 240V 50 Hz
Costa Rica 120V 60 Hz
Côte d'Ivoire 230V 50 Hz
Croatia 230V 50 Hz
Cuba 110V 60 Hz
Cyprus 240V 50 Hz
Czech Republic 230V 50 Hz
Denmark 230V 50 Hz
Djibouti 220V 50 Hz
Dominica 230V 50 Hz

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Region Voltage Frequency

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Dominican Republic 110V 60 Hz
East Timor 220V 50 Hz
Ecuador 120V 60 Hz
Egypt 220V 50 Hz
El Salvador 115V 60 Hz

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Equatorial Guinea 220V 50 Hz
Eritrea 230V 50 Hz
Estonia 230V 50 Hz
Ethiopia 220V 50 Hz
Faroe Islands 220V 50 Hz
Falkland Islands 240V 50 Hz
Fiji 240V 50 Hz
Finland 230V 50 Hz
France 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
French Guiana 220V 50 Hz
Gaza Strip 230V 50 Hz
Gabon 220V 50 Hz
Gambia 230V 50 Hz
Georgia 220V 50 Hz
Germany 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Ghana 230V 50 Hz
Gibraltar 240V 50 Hz
Greece 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Greenland 220V 50 Hz
Grenada 230V 50 Hz
Guadeloupe 230V 50 Hz
Guam 110V 60 Hz
Guatemala 120V 60 Hz
Guinea 220V 50 Hz
Guinea-Bissau 220V 50 Hz
Guyana 240V 60 Hz
Haiti 110V 60 Hz

Region Voltage Frequency

Honduras 110V 60 Hz
Hong Kong 220V 50 Hz
Hungary 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Iceland 230V 50 Hz
India 220V 50 Hz
Indonesia 127V / 230V 50 Hz
Iran 220V 50 Hz
Iraq 230V 50 Hz
Ireland 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Isle of Man 240V 50 Hz
Israel 230V 50 Hz
Italy 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Jamaica 110V and 220V 50 Hz
Japan 100 V 50 Hz / 60Hz
Jordan 230V 50 Hz
Kazakhstan 220V 50 Hz
Kenya 240V 50 Hz
Kiribati 240V 50 Hz
Kuwait 240V 50 Hz
Kyrgyzstan 220V 50 Hz
Laos 230V 50 Hz
Latvia 220V 50 Hz
Lebanon 240V 50 Hz
Lesotho 220V 50 Hz
Liberia 120V / 240V 50 Hz
Libya 127V 50 Hz
Lithuania 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Liechtenstein 230V 50 Hz
Luxembourg 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Macau S.A.R. of China 220V 50 Hz
Macedonia 220V 50 Hz
Madagascar 127V / 220 V 50 Hz

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Region Voltage Frequency

Madeira 220V 50 Hz
Malawi 230V 50 Hz
Malaysia 240V 50 Hz
Maldives 230V 50 Hz
Mali 220V 50 Hz
Malta 230V 50 Hz
Martinique 220V 50 Hz
Mauritania 220V 50 Hz
Mauritius 230V 50 Hz
Mexico 127V 60 Hz
Micronesia 120V 60 Hz
Moldova 220-230V 50 Hz
Monaco 127V / 220 V 50 Hz
Mongolia 230 V 50 Hz
Montenegro 220V 50 Hz
Montserrat (Leeward Is.) 230V 60 Hz
Morocco 127V / 220 V 50 Hz
Mozambique 220V 50 Hz
Myanmar/Burma 230V 50 Hz
Namibia 220V 50 Hz
Nauru 240V 50 Hz
Nepal 230V 50 Hz
Netherlands 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Netherlands Antilles 127V / 220V 50 Hz
New Caledonia 220V 50 Hz
New Zealand 230V 50 Hz
Nicaragua 120V 60 Hz
Niger 220V 50 Hz
Nigeria 240V 50 Hz
North Korea 220V 50 Hz
Norway 230V 50 Hz
Okinawa 100 V 60 Hz

Region Voltage Frequency

Oman 240V 50 Hz
Pakistan 230V 50 Hz
Panama 110V 60 Hz
Papua New Guinea 240V 50 Hz
Paraguay 220V 50 Hz
Peru 220V 60 Hz
Philippines 220V 60 Hz
Poland 230V 50 Hz
Portugal 220V 50 Hz
Puerto Rico 120V 60 Hz
Qatar 240V 50 Hz
Réunion 220V 50 Hz
Romania 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Russian Federation 220V 50 Hz
Rwanda 230V 50 Hz
St. Kitts and Nevis 110V / 230V 60 Hz
St. Lucia (Winward Is.) 240V 50 Hz
St. Vincent (Winward Is.) 230V 50 Hz
São Tomé and Príncipe 220V 50 Hz
Saudi Arabia 127V / 220V 60 Hz
Senegal 230V 50 Hz
Serbia 220V 50 Hz
Seychelles 240V 50 Hz
Sierra Leone 230V 50 Hz
Singapore 230V 50 Hz
Slovakia 230V 50 Hz
Slovenia 230V 50 Hz
Somalia 220V 50 Hz
South Africa 220V 50 Hz
South Korea 220V 60 Hz
Spain 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Sri Lanka 230V 50 Hz

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Region Voltage Frequency

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Sudan 230V 50 Hz
Suriname 127V 60 Hz
Swaziland 230V 50 Hz
Sweden 230V 50 Hz
Switzerland 230V 50 Hz

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Syria 220V 50 Hz
Tahiti 110V / 220V 60 Hz / 50 Hz
Taiwan 110V 60 Hz
Tajikistan 220V 50 Hz
Tanzania 230V 50 Hz
Thailand 220V 50 Hz
Togo 220V 50 Hz
Tonga 240V 50 Hz
Trinidad & Tobago 115V 60 Hz
Tunisia 230V 50 Hz
Turkey 230V 50 Hz
Turkmenistan 220V 50 Hz
Uganda 240V 50 Hz
Ukraine 220V 50 Hz
United Arab Emirates 220V 50 Hz
United Kingdom 230V (formerly 240V) 50 Hz
United States of America 120V 60 Hz
Uruguay 230V (formerly 220V) 50 Hz
Uzbekistan 220V 50 Hz
Vanuatu 230V 50 Hz
Venezuela 120V 60 Hz
Vietnam 220V 50 Hz
Virgin Islands 110V 60 Hz
Western Samoa 230V 50 Hz
Yemen 230V 50 Hz
Zambia 230V 50 Hz
Zimbabwe 220V 50 Hz

Q2532 SERIES USER’S MANUAL

Plug Type

Country Plug Type Plug Picture Connector Type Connector Picture

USA

LP-30B LS15

Canada

Japan LP-54 LS15

Taiwan LP-53 LS15

China PC-323 LS15

Korea LP-E04 LS15

England

LP-60L LS15

Singapore

PE-364 LS15

South Africa

PE-361 LS15

English

27

English

28

Australia LP-23A LS15

Germany

France

Sweden

Finland

Norway

Belgium

Netherlands

Austria

Switzerland LP-37 LS15

Denmark LP-38 LS15

LP-33

LS15

Italy PE-336 LS15