LG NT LGT28 Users manual

Chapter1.Important notice for user

1-1. Read this carefully before using the Notebook PC.

▶ Regulatory Notices

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▶ How to protect the human body from the hazardous RF energy exposure.

We recommend that the human body should be kept off at least 15 mm from the external antenna
plug-in-radio-card or the internal antenna located in screen section during the operation or
moving.

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Energy Star

Energy Star

As an
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energy-efficient products.
Reducing energy consumption of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources.
This computer is shipped with power management enabled with the computer set to sleep after 20
minutes of user inactivity.
To wake your computer, click the mouse or touchpad button or press any key on the keyboard.
Using Wake on LAN

Compliance

Energy Star

ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR

1. Select

partner, LG has determined that standard configurations of this product meet

guidelines for energy efficiency.

program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote

Start

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Computer

Network and Adapter

2. Right-click the LAN card and select [

3. When the LAN card properties window is displayed, go to the
tab, check the “
[OK].

▶Using

LG Intelligent Update

To install a driver or application, use

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LG Intelligent Update

website "www.lge.com".

comes preinstalled in your system. You can also download the application from the

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Control Panel

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View by

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Small icons

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Properties

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Power Management

You can exit the standby mode using this device

LG Intelligent Update

provided by

LG Electronics

Device Manager

" menu and click

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1. Guides you to configure the optimal environment for the system.

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2. Provides you with an overview before use.

▶Using

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For the sake of convenient use, please read this manual in advance.

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physical damage or fatal injuries.

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damage to the body or the machine.

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Please be understanding that this manual may contain incorrect parts despite our dedicated efforts

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LG Electronics Inc., DigitalMate

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to perfect it.

The examplified figures in this manual may not exactly the same as the real products.

LG Electronics Inc.

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▶ When using the computer, sit in the good posture as shown below.

1. Do not have light directly reflected on the monitor.

2. Set the upper part of the screen to be on the even level with or slightly lower level than your eyes.

3. Adjust the screen while avoiding illuminated reflection.

4. Stretch the neck and back straight.

5. Keep the hands, wrists, and arms horizontally.

6. Adjust the chair to set the hands and arms properly for the keyboard.

▶ Adjusting volume (headset and speakers)

Check the volume before listening to music.

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■ Long time use of computer may cause physical fatigue.

■ A 10 minutes break after 50 minute use is desirable. Avoid using the computer more than
2 hours a day.

■ Take a rest regularly and stretch your body.

■ Before using the headset, check if the volume is too high.

■ Do not use the headset too long.

■ A headphone that has a resistance higher than 20 can cause
electromagnetic interference. Therefore, we recommend you to use a
headphone that has a resistance less than 20 .

▶ System Protection Feature

If the system becomes too hot, the system protection feature automatically stops battery recharging
and switches the power mode to Maximum Power Saving or OFF.

The system may not be reactivated until it cools down enough.

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1-2. Important safety information

Please avoid any undesirable environmental factor that shortens the machine's life span. Use the
machine in a safe and stable place.

※ The warranty does not cover any damage resulting from reckless use or use in undesirable environments.

▶Using Battery

Charge the battery only with the provided instrument.

Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of fire.

Do not throw or disassemble the battery.

The resulting impairment may cause an injury, explosion, or fire.

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Use batteries certified and acknowledged by

Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur.

Prevent the battery from being contact with any metallic object like a car ignition key or a paper
clip.

Otherwise, the battery may be overheated to be damaged resulting in a fire or an in
jury.

Keep the battery away from heat.

Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur.

Do not short-circuit the battery.

Otherwise, it may explode.

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Do not dispose of a spent (backup) battery arbitrarily.

It may explode or cause a fire.
Disposal methods may differ by country and region. Dispose of the spent battery in
accordance with the laws and safety rules of the country and region.

If you find leakage or smell bad odor from the battery, remove the battery and contact the local
service center.

It may explode or cause a fire.

Avoid humidity and heat above 60 as in cars or saunas.

It may explode or cause a fire.

Keep the battery out of reach of children or pets.

If damaged, it could cause an injury.

Keep the battery from being pierced by a sharp object or a chew of your pet.

It may explode or cause a fire.

Do not sink the battery in water.

Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of explosion.

Ensure that the battery pack is locked to the machine after installation.

Otherwise, the battery pack may be damaged.

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▶ Installation

Do not use the laptop on top of carpet, blanket or bed. Also, do not put the adapter under the
blanket.

The product may malfunction, cause a fire or burn the user due to temperature rise.

Read the directions printed on the battery pack carefully before use.

Keep the battery at room tempera ture. Refer to other Tips and directions in this guide
to store the battery properly.

Do not use the machine in damp places like a laundry room or bathroom.

Moisture may cause a glitch or an electric shock.
The desirable temperature and humidity ranges are from 10 to 35 and from 20 to
80 RH, respectively.

Dispose of the desiccating agent and wrapping plastic properly.

The desiccating agent and wrapping plastic may cause suffocation.

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Use the product in a dust-free environment.

Otherwise, the system may not function properly.

Do not leave any object nearer than 5.91 in from the computer.

Otherwise, lack of ventilation could overheat the machine from inside and you could
get a burn from the heat.

Place the machine in a safe place so that it does not fall.

If dropped, the machine could be damaged and even cause an injury.

Do not leave or use the computer near a magnetic object.

Otherwise, the H/D and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly.

Never place the computer on a bag with magnetic objects including magnetic buttons.

Otherwise, the H/D and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly.

Operate the product in a place without electromagnetic interference.

Ke e p a pr o p er d i s tanc e bet w e en th e com p uter a nd suc h ele c t ron i c appliances as speak
ers that generate strong magnetic fields.
Otherwise, data may be lost from the hard disk or the LCD may show impaired color
ation.

Do not put any heavy object on the machine.

If falling, the object could damage the machine and cause an injury.

▶Using AC Adapter

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Do not use loose plugs or damaged power cords.

An electric shock or fire may occur.

Do not touch the power cord with your hands wet.

Otherwise, an electric shock may occur.

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Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the power.

Otherwise, a fire may occur or the product may get damaged.

Operate the product at the proper voltage.

Excessive voltage may result in damage on the product, electric shock or fire.

Use power outlets with an earth pin installed and proper supply of rated electricity.

An electric leakage may cause an electric shock or fire.

Plug the power cord tightly into the outlet.

Loose connection of the power cord could cause a fire.

In the case that a strange noise is heard from the cord or plug, disconnect the power cord
from the outlet immediately and contact the service center.

A fire or electric shock may occur.

Never disassemble the power supply and adapter.

A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.

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Use a socket with an earth pin equipped.

If not earthed, the product may cause an electric shock and get damaged.

Ensure that the power outlet is earthed before plugging in.

Otherwise, an electric shock from power leakage may occur.

Always keep the power cord and the outlet clean.

A fire may occur.

Do not impair the cord by bending or pressing it too hard. Keep children and pets from dam
aging the power cord.

An impaired cord could damage computer parts causing a fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the machine completely from others before cleaning it.

Otherwise, an electric shock or impairment may occur.

If the po wer cir cui t and mach ine are soake d, d isc onn ect the ba ttery, AC adapter, and all others
before contacting the local service center.

Otherwise, an electric shock may occur.

▶ Using Notebook PC

Clean the computer with a proper agent and dry it completely before using it again.

If the computer is wet while used, an electric shock or fire may occur.

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When lightning flashes in your area, disconnect the power, modem, LAN and other connec
tions.

An electric shock or fire may occur.

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Do not leave a cup or other containers filled with watery substance near the computer.

If the machine is soaked, a fire or electric shock may occur.

Do not connect the modem to a key telephone system.

A fire may occur or the product may get damaged.

If you have dropped or damaged the computer, disconnect the power and contact the local
service center for a safety check.

If a damaged computer is used continuously, an electric shock or fire may occur.

Do not put a lit candle or live cigarette on the computer.

A fire may occur.

The fluorescent lamps on the LCD panel contains mercury.

If you have contacted the liquid from the LCD panel, immediately wash the substance
away with water. If you feel any slightest trouble, visit your doctor immediately.

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If you smell or see smoke from the computer, stop using the computer and disconnect the
power before contacting the local service center.

A fire may occur.

Do not play computer games too much.

Playing a computer game for an extensive time may cause a mental disorder. It could
even inflict physical impairments on feeble people including children and the elderly.

You may hear noise while on 3D mode.

Do not leave any object such as a pen on the keypad.

You might break the LCD panel by unwittingly shutting it down with the object re
maining on the pad.

Do not press or scratch the LCD panel with a sharp object.

It may cause an impairment.

Ensure the power is off before shutting the panel.

The machine may be deformed due to temperature rise.

The bottom of the computer gets hot when the system is working. Please avoid
touching it and do not put it on your laps.

Do not impose excessive force on the LCD panel or drop it.

You could break the LCD glass panel.

Do not forcibly open the LCD panel with one hand.

The machine may be twisted.

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To clean the LCD panel, use designated agents and soft cloth and rub the panel in one di
rection.

Too much force may damage the panel.

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When handling computer parts, follow the instructions in the manual.

Otherwise, damage may be inflicted.

Do not put your finger or an object in the PC card slots.

An injury or electric shock may occur.

Install a vaccine program on your computer and do not download illegal programs nor ac
cess any corruptive web site such as those pushing pornographic contents.

The system may be infected and impaired.

Ask one of our engineers to run a safety check after your computer has been repaired.

Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may occur.

For minors, we recommend a program that blocks access to illegal or pornographic web
sites.

Minors' exposure to adult-only contents may inflict psychological instability or even
trauma on them. Take an extra precaution for your children if the whole family is
using this machine.

Do not press Eject button while the CD-ROM drive is running.

The data may be lost or the disk may spin out unexpectedly to cause an injury.

Keep the machine away from heat-emitting devices such as a heater.

The product may get deformed or catch on fire.

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Do not insert other devices than designated ones in the ports.

Otherwise, the product may get damaged.

Do not use a damaged CD-ROM disk or floppy disk.

It may cause product damage or physical injury.

Prevent children from thrusting their finger in the CD drive tray.

The finger may be stuck in the tray and injured.

To remove a CD, turn off the CD program and when the drive lamp is off press Eject button.

Otherwise, the fast spinning CD may spring out of the tray and hurt you.

Do not block the ventilation hole on the sides with any object.

Otherwise, an electric shock may occur.

Do not leave the machine in a car.

The battery may cause an explosion or fire.

Avoid using a wireless LAN connection within the 5 m radius of a microwave or plasma lamp.
If you have to use wireless LAN and a plasma bulb within the range, however, do it through
a channel between 11 and 13.

The transmission rate may drop even if the connection is made.

Turn off the computer if you are not going to use it for an extended time period.

It may overheat the battery.

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As the adapter can be hot, do not touch it with bare skin while using the notebook.

Make sure that the memory cover is securely closed before turning on the machine.

Do not us e th e ma chine whe n th e memo ry c ove r is op en. It m ay damage the machine.

▶ Upgrading Notebook PC

To upgrade the machine, turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and the battery.
Disconnect the telephone line linked to the modem, if any.

An electric shock or fire may occur.

When you di sa ssemble and upgrade the mac hi ne , p revent children from swallowing any parts
including bolts.

If a child swallowed a nut, they may get suffocated.
In that case, see the doctor immediately.

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Please use parts certified by

Otherwise, a fire or product damage may occur.

LG Electronics Inc.

Consult our service engineer before you use a peripheral device not manufactured by

Electronics Inc.

The product may get damaged.

Do not disassemble or moderate the machine arbitrarily.

You could get an electric shock and would not be able to receive the warranty service
for that.

Handle devices and parts of the machine with care.

The product may get damaged.

Ensure that everything including the case is reassembled completely before connecting the
machine to the power.

Any exposed part may give you an electric shock.

Do not drop any part or device of the machine while disassembling it.

If dropped, it may be damaged and cause an injury.

LG

▶ Carrying Notebook PC

To carry the machine, turn off the power and disconnect all the cables.

Otherwise, you may trip over the wire, damaging the computer and getting an injury.

During air traveling, follow the directions of flight attendants.

Using a laptop during flight may cause an aircraft accident.

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Do not carry the machine with the LCD panel open.

Otherwise, the product may get damaged.

When leaving the machine in a car, keep it in shadow.

The product may be deformed or caught on fire due to temperature rise.

Protect the machine from any shock while carrying it.

System damage or an injury may result.

Carry the machine in a bag designed for it.

Carrying it in an other type of bag may result in product damage.

If the machine is not used for a long time, remove the battery pack and discharge electricity
to store them.

That way, the battery can maintain the optimal state.

▶Safety Notes to Prevent Data Loss (HDD Management)

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Do not leave the powered-on computer in a space without enough ventilation (i.e. bags) for
an extended or repeated time.

The battery may overheat and cause a fire.

Handle the computer with care to prevent a data loss.

Since the hard disk is sensitive to shocks, please make a back-up file of important
data all the time.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any hard-disk data loss caused by your
mistake.

Hard disk damage and data loss may occur when:

External shocks are inflicted on the machine while disassembling or installing it.
When the computer is abruptly reset (rebooted) due to power failure, the hard disk
may get damaged.
The computer is infected with a virus, tainting the data irrecoverably.
Abrupt turning-off of the computer can damage the computer.
Moving, shaking or pounding the computer while the hard disk is running, and thus
causing file damage or bad sectors.

It is recommended to back up the data to minimize damage caused by hard disk damage.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any data loss.

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Chapter2.Notebook PC Tour

2-1. Opening/Closing Notebook PC

1. Raise the Notebook PC cover upward.

※ Adjust the angle for the best convenient position.

2. Be sure to close the computer after use.

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2-2. Operation Status Lamps

1. Power Lamp

- Blinking: System Standby

- On: The system is running on the AC power or battery.

- Off: The system is turned off or in Hibernates.

2. AC Power and Battery Status Lamp

- Off: The AC adapter is not connected.

- On: The AC adapter is connected.

- Blinking: The battery is charged less than 10 %.

- If you try to turn on the system that has entered the Hibernates mode or been turned off after a low-battery alarm, the
system will not be turned on but the lamp will blink three times.

3. Hard Disk Drive Lamp

- The lamp is turned on when the HDD is running.

※ Do not turn off the power forcibly while the hard disk drive lamp is on. Otherwise, the data may get impai red.

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Chapter3.Using the system

3-1. Running on Battery

Notebo ok PC runs on AC power or batter y. This s ection des cribes t he procedure that the user should
take initially for a new system. The provided AC adapter can be used from 100 V to 240 V.
Charge the new battery with the AC adapter before use.

※ Refer to [Charging Battery with AC Adapter] in User Guide.

1. Turn the machine over to see the battery pack chamber and equip the pack.

- Insert the battery pack into the chamber as shown in the following figure and push it in the direction of the arrow until you
hear a clicking sound.

2. Open the machine and turn the power on.

3. Check the battery state.

- When the battery status lamp is blinking, charge it fully with the AC adapter before using it.

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4. Remove the battery pack as shown in the diagram below.

Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG Electronic Inc.

■ Uncertified batteries may explode.

■ Ensure the power is off before changing the battery pack.

Keep the battery pack removed when the machine is not in use.

■ Otherwise, a fire and product damage may result.

For a safe and efficient use of battery, follow the below directions.

■ Do not short-circuit the battery.

■ Keep the room temperature between 0 and 60 . Do not expose the machine to the
heat hotter than 60 .

■ Keep the battery out of reach of children.

■ A visible swelling of the battery pack indicates a possible danger. When this occurs, contact
your local vendor or service center immediately.

■ Use only a certified and designated recharger.

■ Keep the battery pack away from heat. (Never put it in a microwave.)

■ Do not leave inside a car under the summar heat.

■ Do not leave or use at a hot and humid place like a sauna.

■ Do not use the machine placed on a heating blanket or other heat reserving materials.

■ Do not leave the machine turned on inside a closed space.

■ Make sure that the power ports are not touched by any metalic objects like a key, coin,
necklace, and watch.

■Use only a lithium secondary battery certified and guaranteed by mobile device
manufactures.

■ Keep the machine dry.

■ Do not disassemble or alter the battery pack.

■ Before using this machine, read this guide carefully.

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For more efficient use of the battery, read the following carefully.

■ Natural discharge: The battery runs low naturally even if it is kept unused.

■ Periodical full (dis)charge: Repeated recharge in midway shortens the running time
gr adu al ly. To l eng then the s pan , ch arge and d isc har ge t he bat tery to the fullest once
or tw ice. For op timal us e, execu te the fu ll charg e/disch arge eve ry 30 to 60 d ays. Sti ll
better, recharge the battery after it has run out.

The battery capacity may change due to chemical reactions during charge and discharge.

■ The system checks the charge status of LG batteries frequently, and then calculates
and indicates the actual battery duration on the current system setup.

■ Th e ba t ter y is w ear able goo ds an d th u s th e li f e sp an ma y be gett ing shor ter a s us ed.
The battery running time may also become shorter accordingly.

■ When the battery is fully charged the machine stops recharging, and it resumes
recharging when the battery charge rate drops below 95 %.

■ When the temperature of the battery drops below 9.6, it is charged in a low current.
In this case, charging time may stretched to 32 hours or longer.

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3-2. Charging Battery with AC Adapter

Notebook PC runs on AC power or battery.
This section describes the procedure that the user should take initially for a new system.

※ The provided AC adapter can be used from 100 V to 240 V.

1. Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet with the power cable.

2. Connect the adapter to the machine.

1. AC Adapter

2. Power cable

3. Adjust the LCD panel to the most comfortable angle.

4. Press the power button to turn on the machine.

■ You need a different plug to use the AC adapter on 110 V. (The extra plug for 110 V
is sold separately.)

Do not leave a liquid container on the computer.

■ The system may be short-circuited and damaged.

Please use an AC adapter certified by LG Electronics.

■ Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur.

■ It may cause a problem in battery charging or system operation.

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3-3. Windows 7 Overview

Windows

productivity.

7 has many ad van tagies in ter ms o f informatio n ma nagement and security, enhancing your

Windows

7 allows you to access information in your computer or in your corporate

network more easily and provides better security for your data.

※

Virtual XP Mode

supported in some

Windows

※
※ In some models, the

clip play.

※ For detailed information about

▶

Windows

Windows

using

1. Click

※ By clicking the arrow on the right of the

7 Start menu shows you the new features of

Windows

Start

is supported only in

CPU

models.

7 Starter and

Home Basic

Windows Aero

7 Start Menu

7, such as Personalize

>

[Start]

.

Windows

7

Professional Version

do not support some functions such as

and

Flip 3D

functions can reduce the system speed and hinder normal movie

Windows

7, select

Start

>

Help and Support

Windows

Windows

and

File Backup

[Start]

button, you can select the menu you want to use.

2. Select an item to execute the task or view the information.

※ Items displayed on the

Windows

7 Start menu may differ depending on the product specifications.

or above. Also this feature may not be

Aero

and

Flip 3D

.

.

7 and provides the basic tools for

.

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▶

Windows

※ Desktop may differ by model type and software version.

1.

Start

- Unfolds

2.

Start

- Displays

- To find an application or a file from here, input search terms in the Instant Search field and start search.

7 Desktop

button

Start

menu when clicked.

menu

Windows

programs that you can start directly from the menu.

3. Taskbar

- Shows all currently running programs.

4. Language bar

- Allows you to switch languages while typing.

5. Taskbar icons and clock

- Allows you to set up Volume, Power Management, Backup and other basic configurations.

6. Return to the Desktop

- If you place the mouse pointer on this menu, all the open windows become transparent (
all the open windows become minimized to display the desktop.

7.

Windows Gadgets

- The right side of the desktop displays mini-applications called
from the service website.

8.

Recycle Bin

- Keeps dropped files and folders.
nently. Deleted files and folders can not be restored.

Empty Recycle Bin

deletes files and folders in

Gadgets

. You can download more

Aero Peek

Recycle Bin

from the computer perma

). If you click the menu,

Windows

7 gadgets

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▶Start menu

Includes all programs needed to start

※ Desktop and Start menu may differ by model type and software version.

1. Fixed Items

2. Recently Used Programs

- The order of the programs is subject to change.

3. All Programs

4. Instant Search Field

- Allows the user to search for a specific application, file, Internet favorite or many others. Type search words and start
search to display the results by category.

5. Shortcut

- Displays folder categories like Document, Picture and Music so that you can access to a specific file or folder directly from
the list.

Windows

.

▶ Help and Support

Allows you to learn about
Please read the menu before using the computer.

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Windows

use and get troubleshooting information and technical supports.

1. Click

Start

button and

Help and Support

on

Start

menu.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to use

- Helps you with many such troubles as learning about the features of
through appropriate items.

- Fetches information provided by Microsoft.

Help and Support

.

Windows

7 and getting troubleshooting information

▶Preview Workpane

Windows

displays them as a single icon. You can minimize or maximize the windows on the screen
conveniently using this menu.

1. Preview Internet Explorer

※ If you place the mouse pointer on the Preview window after clicking the workpane group icon, the

7 groups the windows such as Internet Explorer, My Computer and Windows Explorer and

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corresponding windows are displayed on the desktop. Click a window in the Preview to open the window.

2. Preview My Computer/Windows Explorer

▶ Convenient Features of

Windows

features to use your system more efficiently.

1.

Minimize Unnecessary Windows (Aero Shake

to use to minimize other windows to the task bar.

46 Using the system

Windows

7 is designed to help you use frequently used functions more easily. Utilize the following

7

): Click and shake the title bar of the window you want

※ If you want to display the windows again, click and shake the title bar of the open window again.

2.

Switch Window Mode Quickly

: Click the title bar of a window and drag it to the top of the screen to

maximize it. Click the title bar of a window and drag it to the bottom of the screen to minimize it.

3.

Auto-align Two Windows

: Click the title bar of one of the two windows you want to use and drag it

to the rightmost or leftmost side of the screen to make the window occupy one half of the screen.

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▶ Changing

User Account Control

tries to change settings or install a program that could affect others' system use,

Control

We recommend that
immediately to protect the system.

1. Select

Settings

2. After changing User Account Control settings, click

※ It is recommended to use the default settings for the security and safety of your system.

User Account Control

prevent s any un aut horized alterat ion to s yst em c onfigurations. When someone

confirms his or her authority first.

User Account Control

Start

>

Control Panel

.

>

View by> Small icons

Settings

not be disabled. If this feature is disabled, enable it

>

User Accounts

[OK]

.

>

Change User Account Control

User Account

▶Enable

Windows Aero

new transparent and delicate visualization.

※

1. Right-click the desktop to display a popup window. Then click

2. Once the

3. The

▶Disable

1. Right-click the desktop to display a popup window. Then click

Windows Aero

delivers the exquisite visual effects of

Windows Aero

Aero

may be enabled by default depending on model type and software version.

[Change Visual Effect and Sound]

theme where the transparence feature is applied becomes enabled.

screen appears, select the

Windows

Windows Aero

7. It presents window animations in

[Personalize]

[Personalize]

.

Aero

theme you want to use.

.

48 Using the system

2. When the Change Visual Effect and Sound window appears, select

and High Contrast Theme]

3. The Aero theme is disabled.

menu.

[Windows 7 Basic ]

in the

[Basic

▶Using

1. Press the

2. To flip through the open windows, hold down the

Windows Flip 3D

Windows Flip 3D

displays all the open windows in 3D, stacked view.

※ To use

simply rotate the mouse wheel. To flip over the windows clockwise or anti-clockwise one by one,
hold down the Windows logo key and press the Left or Right arrow key.

allows you to view all the open windows on the Desktop on one screen.

Windows Flip 3D

Windows logo

, the

Windows Aero

key ( ) +

feature must be enabled.

Tab

to enable or disable

Windows logo

Flip 3D

.

( ) key, and press

Tab

Flip 3D

key or

Using the system 49

3. When the intended window is displayed at the top, release the

Windows logo

( ) key. To display a

window without flipping through the stack, hold down the Windows logo key and click the intended
window.

■ If you want to display windows in the Flip 3D state constantly, press Ctrl + Windows
logo ( ) + Tab keys. In this state, to flip over the windows one by one, press Tab.
In this state, to flip over the windows clockwise or anti-clockwise one by one, press
the Left/Down or Right/Up arrow key. Press Enter to end the Flip 3D state and open
the selected window.

▶

Windows

Windows

previous

1. Select

2. When the

Meter Plans

※ If the

Plans]

7 Power Management

7 provides a more simple and reliable power management environment than that of

Windows

Start

High Performance

to display it.

. With that, you can make Notebook PC consume power more effectively.

>

Control Panel

[Select a power plan]

>

View by

>

Small icons

>

Power Options

.

window appears, select one of the items displayed under

.

Sett ings tab is not displa ye d, click the down ar row on the r ight of

[Display More Power

Battery

-

Balanced

Power saver

-

-

High performance

last long.

▶ System Termination Options

In

Windows 7

50 Using the system

: Ensures the maximum performance when needed and saves power when the system is not used.

: Reduces system performance to save power. This plan maximizes battery life.

: Increases system performance and response time to their maxium. In this plan, the battery does not

, y ou can us e th e sho rtcut me nu t o log off from user acc ount, lo ck or r e star t the sy s tem

and switch users fast without logging off.

Click the arrow button on the right of the [Shutdown] button to display more shutdown options.

1. Switch User

- Logs on using another user account registered in the system.

2. Log Off

- Exits all programs and logs off from the user account.

3. Lock

- Locks the user account.

4. Start Again

- Exits all programs and reboots the system.

5. Sleep

- Turns off the devices you are not using to minimize the power consumption.

6. Hibernate

- Stores the user programs and turns off the system.

■ The sleep mode reduces the power consumption. If you use the sleep mode, you
can go back to your work quickly. It is recommended to save all the data in all open
programs before using this mode.

Using the system 51

3-4. LG Smart Care

LG Smart Care

※ The figures herein are subject to change without prior notice.
※ You can download and install

LG Smart Care

※

Diagnostics and Repair

※ "
※ Before using

▶Using

1. Double-click the

2.

LG Smart Care

is an application that allows you to diagnose and optimize the system conveniently.

LG Smart Care

may not be available depending on the model.

" function of

LG Smart Care

, make sure to connect the system to the network or install

using the online update feature of

LG Smart Care

LG Smart Care

LG Smart Care

Home Page appears as follows.

icon on the Desktop to run the program.

needs network connection or

LG Intelligent Update

LG Intelligent Update

LG Intelligent Update

.

.

.

1.

Windows Button

Settings Button

2.

Exit Button

3.

4.

Diagnostics and Repair
Reinstall Windows

5.

6.

Utilities

system management.

Indicator

7.

you to change the settings.

Indicator

8.

9. Hide/Show

52 Using the system

: Switches to

: Allows you to change the settings of the

: Exits the

: Restores the system to the restoration point set by

: Provides various utilities (Internet connection, HDD defragmentor, system cleanup, etc.) that are needed for the

: Displays the system preferences (display brightness, sound, power status, firewall, updates, etc.) and allows

Environment configuration: Allows you to edit the indicator components displayed on the screen.

Indicator

Windows

.

LG Smart Care

LG Smart Care

: Diagnoses the system and solves the problems diagnosed.

Button: Hides or shows the indicator window.

program.

program.

LG Smart Recovery

or

Windows

.

3-5. CyberLink YouCam

Cyberlink YouCam

※ The figures herein are subject to change without prior notice.
※
※ For more information about its operations, refer to the Help of

▶Using

Web Camera

Cyberlink YouCam

1. Double-click the

2.

CyberLink YouCam

is the program that can take picture or moving images through the

is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models.

CyberLink YouCam

Icon on the Desktop to run the program.

Home Page appears as follows.

CyberLink YouCam

Web Camera

.

.

1.

Viewer

: Displays the

Image Gallery

2.

3.

Animation Effect menu
Frame / Animation Effect menu

4.

Webcam

: Use to record pictures and moving images, play back or delete those images.

: Can add a frame and animation effect on the screen.

▶ Major Buttons

Snapshot/Burst

of the corresponding menu icon.

1.

Import Downloaded Emotion File

2. Configure

and

Capture/Timed Recording

CyberLink YouCam

screen.

: Can add a frame and animation effect on the screen.

functions can be toggled by pressing on the right

: Opens a downloaded emotion file.

Settings: Configures the environment for

CyberLink YouCam

Using the system 53

.

3.

4.

5.

Snapshot

Burst

Capture

: Takes pictures.

: Takes pictures continuously.

: Records movie clips.

6.

7.

8. Upload Movie Clip to

9.

10.

11.

12.

Timed Recording

Draw

: Enables you to edit the pictures using a pen or stamp.

Send Media File Using E-mail

Print

: Prints the selected picture.

Recycle Bin

Help

: Deletes the selected picture or movie clip.

: Displays the help window for

: Records a movie clip at the date and time set by the user.

Yo uT ub e

: Uploads movie clips to

: Sends the taken pictures or moving images through E-mail.

CyberLink YouCam

Yo uT ub e

.

.

54 Using the system

Chapter4.Input/Output Device

4-1. Using the Keyboard

The keyboard allows the user to input data or give commands.

※ The keyboard may look different depending on model type.

▶ Keyboard Overview

The keyboard consists of character and numeric keys as well as function keys.

1. Function keys (F1 - F12)

- The usage may differ by OS or applications types.

2. Pg Up and Pg Dn keys

- Moves a screened page up or down.

3. Fn key

- Works as part of hot keys if used with function keys.

4. Character and Numeric Keys

- Consists of keys, spacebar, numeric keys (0 - 9), and special symbol keys.

Spacebar

-

5. Arrow keys

- Moves the cursor and others in their respective directions.

Inserts a white space per hit while you type.

56 Input/Output Device

▶ Using Special Keys

1.

Esc

key

- Terminates or stops a program.

2.

Caps Lock

- You can enter capital letters using the keyboard when this key is pressed. To type lowercase letters, press this key again.

3.

Shift

- used to type uppercase letters or as part of hot keys.

4.

Windows

- Allows you to select the

5. Shortcut Menu Key:

- Allows you to open the
clicking a file or folder.)

6.

Enter

- Used to inform the computer of the completion of one command or to change the line.

7.

Prt Sc

- Prints or temporarily saves the current screen display.

key

key

key

key (

key

Print Screen

Windows

Start button and open the Start menu.

Windows

shortcut menus. (The shortcut menus are the same as those you can see when right-

)

■ Spilling a watery substance like coffee or juice on the keyboard may cause a fault,
malfunction, or electric shock.

■ The keys may not work properly when you use several keys at the same time while
playing a PC game. (Please change the key combination settings according to the
combinations necessary for the game play.

Input/Output Device 57

■ Toggle Caps Lock key to turn the Caps Lock lamp ON or OFF. The on/off status is
displayed through the lamp on the notebook PC body.

■ To change the input mode temporarily, you can press the Shift key together with the
letter you wan to enter. By doing so, you can enter an uppercase letter when the
Caps Lock key is not pressed and a lowercase letter when the Caps Lock key is
pressed.

For more convenient use of Windows, remember the following Windows key combinations:

■Displays Windows Help.

■ Displays "Search Result" window.

■ Displays an input window for program execution.

■ Starts Flip 3D if Windows 7 Aero is running. Flip 3D is not executed if Aero is not
running.

■ Minimizes the current window.

▶ Hot Keys

By pressing the following key combinations at the same time, you can immediately start the
designated features (such as adjusting the screen brightness).

Fn

+

F1

Fn

+

F2

Fn

+

F3

58 Input/Output Device

Customizable hot keys. (Configurable through OSD settings)

Customizable hot keys. (Configurable through OSD settings)

Magnifying hot keys

Fn

+

F4 Windows

Fn

+

F5

Fn

+

F6

Fn

+

F7

Fn

+

F8

Fn

+

F9 Mute

Fn

+

F10

Executes the mode defined in the

Mode, Maximum Power Saving Mode)

When the user presses Fn + F5 keys, the touchpad mode toggles from

Disable

, to

Touchpad Auto-Disable
Touchpad Enable

use after the initialization.)

Turns the wireless devices (incl. Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) on and off
( Bluetooth is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models.)

Through hot key settings in the OSD Tray menu, the user can customize [
features. Default setting is, for all wireless devices (incl. Wireless LAN and Bluetooth),
ON/Off.

The f ollowin g s creen ap pears wh en you pres s Fn + F7 key s. (
not support the Monitor Extension mode)

Select the mode you want to use and press [Enter] to switch the monitor.

Switches between the SRS Off, SRS WOW HD, SRS TruSurround HD modes for each
pressing the

(Sound ON / Sound OFF)

indicating the embedded numeric keys are available. If you press
again, you can enter text characters.

in order. (Initialization takes 1 - 2 seconds. It is recommended to

Fn

+ F8 keys.

Power Save Mode

(upon connection of external USB mouse), to

. (Example: Standby

Touchpad

Fn

Windows

7

Starter

[Fn]

+

[Num Lk]

]+[F6]

does

Fn

+

F11

Fn

+

F12

Fn

+ Increases LCD brightness, which can have eight different levels.

Fn

+ Decreases LCD brightness, which can have eight different levels.

Fn

+ Turns down the volume.

Fn

+ Turns up the volume.

Fn

+

PgUp

Fn

+

PgDn

Fn

+

Prt Sc

Works as [Scroll Lock].

Hibernates (When OSD is installed)

Works as

Works as

Works as

Home

End

Pause

.

.

.

Input/Output Device 59

Fn

+

Delete

Works as

Insert

.

60 Input/Output Device

4-2. Using the Touchpad (and Mouse)

The touchpad is equipped with the scroll feature and can function as a wheel mouse. The touchpad
is compatible with the USB-type mouse in software. The touchpad functions same as the USB-type
mouse and is very useful for a program supporting mouse use like the

※ The touchpad and a USB-type mouse can be used together on the same system.
※ T280 Series provides not a touch type but a button type for users to left/right-click.
※ The touchpad scroll function is not supported in the model that supports the gesture function.

1. Touchpad

- Moves the cursor.

2. Left button

- Used to select or execute programs.

3. Right button

- Functions as the right button of a mouse in most cases. However, the usage may differ depending on programs.

4. Scrolling area

Windows

.

Input/Output Device 61

▶ Moving the Cursor (Pointer) on the Screen

Place a finger on the touchpad and glide the finger.

▶ Click (Select)

Press and release the left button swiftly. (Or tap the touchpad once.)

Do this, for example, to select a menu or icon and to place the cursor to type on a word processor
file.

▶ Double-click (Execute)

Press and release the left button twice swiftly in a series. (Or tap the touchpad twice.)

Do this, for example, to run a program after selecting its execution file (or icon).

62 Input/Output Device

Notes on Using the Touchpad

■ Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the pad nor peel the cover. It may cause
an impairment.

■ Do not place more than one finger, and do not use while wearing a glove or when the
hand is wet. The Touchpad will not work properly. Oil or dirt at the finger tip can also
cause an impairment.

■ The touchpad is sensitive. Do not give excessive load or maintain an uncomfortable
position. Otherwise, a finger or wrist injury may be resulted in.

▶Drag & Drop

To drag, click and hold an icon, for example, and move it to another location.

To drop, release the dragged icon in the location you want.

To m ove a f ile ic on, fo r exam p le, to anot h er fol d er or t o
on the icon, press and hold the left button, and glide another finger on the touchpad until the icon
reaches the aimed location. After reaching the destination, release the left button.

1. Drag

- Glide one finger on the pad with another finger pressing and holding the left button.

2. Drop

- Release the left button to drop. (By doing this, you could drop a file into

Recycle Bin

Recycle Bin

, p l ace th e curs o r (or t he po i nter)

, if you want to.)

▶ Click-free Dragging

When activated, this feature allows you to drag an icon without pr e s s i n g a n d h olding the left button.

Do the following to activate the click-free dragging feature. If it has been done, pressing the left
button for an extensive time replaces pressing and constant holding so that you can drag without
holding the left button.

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1. Click [Mouse Properties] icon in Notification Area.

2. Select Activate click-free dragging (T) and click [Setup] button to adjust the time span for which
you should press the left button to execute the feature.

▶ Scrolling

The touchpad supports the scrolling feature.

To scroll vertically or horizontally, glide your finger along the right or bottom edge. Now the screen
follows your finger movements if there is a scroll bar on either edge.

64 Input/Output Device

※ Scroll area may differ by model type.

Input/Output Device 65

4-3. Using Touchpad Gesture

The touchpad gesture function allo w s you to use Windows program s m o r e e a s i l y b y u t i l i z i ng different
touching methods.

※ The touchpad gesture function may not work in some applications that are not provided by Windows.
※ The touchpad gesture function may not work in some models.

▶ Using Image Slide Show/

Select Start > My Computer and open the image file saved in the notebook PC or USB memory.

1.

Go to Next/Previous Image

to the previous or next image respectively. (In
displayed respectively).

2.

Switch to Full Screen

the slide window or return to its original size respectively.

: Place three fingers on the touchpad and move to the top or down to maximize

Internet Explorer

: Place three fingers on the touchpad and move to the left or right to go

Internet Explorer

, the previous or next page is

66 Input/Output Device

3.

Rotate Image

spiral pattern on the touchpad to rotate the slide.

4.

Zoom an Image

distance between the fingers to enlarge or reduce the image respectively, as shown in the figure.

5.

Scroll Using One Finger

or right in a circular pattern to scroll the screen down or up respectively.

: Place the thumb on the bottom right of the touchpad and move another finger in a

: Place the thumb and index finger on the touchpad and increase or decrease the

: Place the index finger on the top right of the touchpad and move to the left

Input/Output Device 67

6.

Scroll Using Two Fingers

: Place two fingers on the touchpad and move up/down/left/right to scroll

the screen.

▶ Setting Touchpad Functions

You can change the touchpad functions or enable/disable the gesture function.

※ The figures herein may differ by language selection and be subject to change without prior notice.

1. Click

[Mouse Properties]

※ If you cannont find the Mouse Properties icon in Notification Area, Select

Small Icons

>

Mouse

icon in Notification Area.

menu.

Start

>

Control Panel

>

View By

>

68 Input/Output Device

2. When the following screen appears, select the

[Device Settings]

tab and click

[Settings...]

.

3. When the following screen appears, change the settings as required and click

[OK]

.

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70 Input/Output Device

Chapter5.Connecting Peripherals

5-1. Connecting USB 2.0

Following peripherals can be connected to the Notebook PC.

※ Those peripherals need to be purchased separately.

The notebook PC can be connected with other USB supporting devices such as USB keyboard, Hub,
digital camera, etc.

72 Connecting Peripherals

5-2. Connecting Monitor

Monitor Toggle Features (Converting the Screen Using the Shortcut Key)

※ If you have an external monitor connected to the computer, press the Fn + F7 keys to rotate the display mode

between LCD only, Monitor only, and LCD + Monitor both in order.

■ Ensure the monitor power is off before connect external monitor to the notebook pc.

Connecting Peripherals 73

5-3. Using IVT BlueSoleil

IVT BlueSoleil

Bluetooth

is a

Windows

-based IVT software which establishes wireless connection between

-enabled desktop or notebook PC and other

Bluetooth

-enabled devices.

IVT BlueSoleil

allows the user to access various Bluetooth-enabled digital devices such as camera, cell phone,
headset, printer, GPS receiver, etc. It can also establish network and exchange data with other

Bluetooth

※
※ The figures herein may differ by language selection and be subject to change without prior notice.
※ For more details about how to use

▶

Bluesoleil

-enabled computer or PDA.

Bluetooth

is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models.

Bluesoleil

, refer to the corresponding help.

1. Double-click the icon on the right bottom of the taskbar.

2.

Bluesoleil

※ If Bluetooth is turned on, it searches the Bluetooth devices in the area and displays them on the screen.
※ If a Bluetooth device is not displayed on the screen, press

screen appears.

[F5]

or

[Fn]+[F6]

to see if

Bluetooth

is turned on.

1.

Bluesoleil

Menu Button: Provides menus such as Find Device, Sorting Criteria, My Device and Help.

74 Connecting Peripherals

2. Minimize/Exit Button: Minimizes the

3. Available Services: Displays the list of services available for a

Bluetooth

4.

Device Status: Displays the

Bluesoleil

window or exits the program.

Bluetooth

device information and their status for the current notebook PC.

Bluetooth

device.

Connecting Peripherals 75

76 Connecting Peripherals

Chapter6.System Setup

6-1. Starting System Setup

System setup means storing the hardware configuration information of the computer in the

RAM

. Through system setup, the computer retrieves various information including current date and
time, memory capacity, and hard disk capacity and type.
You setup the system when you set passwords, change the booting order, and add new peripheral
devices to the machine.

※ Items displayed on the Setup screen may differ by model type and spec.

■ Refer to [Setting the Password].

■ Refer to [Changing or Deleting the Password].

■ Refer to [Restore the Default Settings].

■ Do not change the system setup unless necessary. Incorrect system setup may cause
errors during system operation. Take caution when changing the system setup.

■ For performance improvement, CMOS setup menu configuration and the initial setup
status may be changed and may become different from images included in the user
manual.

1. Turn on the notebook PC.

[F2]

2. When the following logo screen appears, press

.

CMOS

78 System Setup

3. A while later, the system setup home screen appears.

▶ Keys Used in System Setup

Keys Function

Enter

Esc

, , , (Arrow

keys)

+, -

Page Up

Page Down

F10

Cursor Keypad

■ These keys are used to move the cursors up, down, right, and left.

Selects the current item.

To deselect the current item or to move to the previous screen.

Moves the cursor up, down, left, and right.

Increases or decreases the item value.

Moves the cursor up to the beginning.

Moves the cursor down to the end.

Stores new contents or ends the system setup.

System Setup 79

6-2. Setting the Password

This process is to set a password so that other people cannot use the notebook PC or change the
settings.
The user can set a password while booting the system or setting up the system.

■ Without the registered password, if any, access to the system will be denied. Write down
and keep the password in a safe place.

▶

Set Supervisor Password

The password prevents unauthorized people from accessing the notebook PC. By default, no
password.is set for the machine. If an unauthorized person changes the password in the
Setup, you will be unable to access the system.

1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to

2. When the following screen appears, select
[Enter]

.

Set Supervisor Password

Security

.

with the arrow keys and press

CMOS

3. When the following message appears, input the password and press
exceed 8 characters of letter (A - Z), number (0 - 9) or their combination.

80 System Setup

[Enter]

. The password must not

4. When the following message appears, press

[Enter]

.

5. To save the changes in system setup, press

6. When the following message appears, select

■With Supervisor Password, you are authorized to set all items in the CMOS setup
menu and to set Power on Password. In case other people also use the notebook PC,
it is recommended to set the Set User Password.

▶

Set User Password

The password set by the

Password

the

1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to

process, and so the user can use the

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

menu.

[F10]

.

[Yes]

and press

process is lower than that set by the

Set User Password

[Enter]

. The notebook PC will restart.

Set Supervisor

only after setting a password in

Security

.

System Setup 81

2. When the following screen appears, select

3. When the following message appears, input the password and press
exceed 8 characters of letter (A - Z), number (0 - 9) or their combination.

Set User Password

with the arrow keys and press

[Enter]

[Enter]

. The password must not

.

4. When the following message appears, press

5. To save the changes in system setup, press

82 System Setup

[Enter]

[F10]

.

.

6. When the following message appears, select

■ UserPassword allows limited access to the items in CMOS setup compared to the

Supervisor Password item.

▶

Power on password

Power on password
Password

1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to

2. When the following screen appears, set

Password

during boot up.

and

feature protects the system by requesting

Set User Password

.

[Yes]

and press

Set Supervisor Password

[Enter]

Set Supervisor Password

only or both

. The notebook PC will restart.

or

Set User

Security

.

Set Supervisor

System Setup 83

3. Select

▶

1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to

2. When the following screen appears, select

Power on password

Enter

to set

Power on password

and press

Set ALL HDD Password

HDD Password

[Enter]

is to set a password in the

.

Enter

to display a pop-up window. Select

.

HDD

separately from the

Set All HDD Password

with the arrow keys and press

[Enable]

and press

Supervisor Password

Security

.

.

84 System Setup

3. When the following message appears, input the password and press

[Enter]

exceed 8 characters of letter (A - Z), number (0 - 9) or their combination.

[Enter]

[F10]

[Yes]

.

.

and press

[Enter]

. The notebook PC will restart.

4. When the following message appears, press

5. To save the changes in system setup, press

6. When the following message appears, select

. The password must not

Without the HDD Password, it is impossible to recover the HDD.

■ The replacement of HDD due to the forgotten
warranty.

HDD Password

is not covered by the

System Setup 85

6-3. Changing or Deleting the Password

You can delete or change the password only after inputting the current password.

▶ Changing the Password

1. Execute the System Setup, enter the password, and press

2. Change the password in the same way as setting one.

▶ Deleting the Password

1. Execute the System Setup, enter the password, and press

[Enter]

[Enter]

.

.

86 System Setup

2. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to the
select

Set Supervisor Password

and press

Enter

.

Security

menu. Then

3. When the following message appears, enter the current password in the

password

4. Press

field.

[Enter]

in

Please type in your new password

and

Please confirm your new password

Please type in your

.

System Setup 87

5. When the following message appears, select

6. To save the changes in system setup, press

7. When the following message appears, select

[Continue]

[F10]

.

[Yes]

and press

and press

[Enter]

[Enter]

.

. The notebook PC will restart.

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6-4. Restore the Default Settings

If you have changed the system setup by mistake, you can restore the default settings.

1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to

2. Use the arrow keys to select

3. When the following message appears, select
their original defaults.

4. To save the changes in system setup, press

5. When the following message appears, select

Load Optimal Defaults

[Yes]

[F10]

[Yes]

, and press

and press

.

and press

Enter

[Enter]

[Enter]

Exit

.

.

. The settings will be reset to

. The notebook PC will restart.

■ You may also press [F9] to use Load Optimal Defaults.

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Chapter7.Using LG Smart Recovery

7-1. LG Smart Recovery System Backup

LG Smart Recovery

※ The figures herein may differ by language selection and be subject to change without prior notice.

1. Double-click the

2. Click the

System Backup

helps you safely install and recover

LG Smart Recovery

icon to run

LG Smart Recovery

icon.

Windows

7.

.

3. When the following screen appears, select the location to back up.

※ If you choose one among

generated, and you can restore system only by rebooting it with the Media Disc.

※ The backup locations may vary depending on product specifications.

DVD, CD, HD DVD, Blu-ray Disc

, a Media Disc for the restoration purpose will be

4. Choose Complete Backup or Partial Backup and click

※ You can select Incremental Backup only when you have previously run Full Backup and the system has

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Browse

button.

complete backup data.

5. Specify the location to save the backup file, type file name and click

※ If you have selected Incremental Backup, choose the existing Full backup data and click Open.

6. Once you complete the process to set the Complete Backup location, click

Save

button.

Next

.

7. Check the system backup preferences you have selected and click

OK

button.

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※ Quick Backup reduces time required to backup the system.

8. The screen showing the progress of system backup appears.

※ Depending on product specifications and backup file size, the system may need longer time to load the file. Do

not turn off the power forcibly or reboots the system while it is loading the file.

9. After the system backup is complete, click OK to finish the process.

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7-2. LG Smart Recovery System Restoration

You can restore the system by using the

※ The figures and instructions herein are subject to change without prior notice.

1. Double-click the

※ When

Windows 7

appears on the screen during the booting process, press

※ Backup important data by using Tools menu before starting the System Restore process.

2. Click the

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does not operate normally, restart the computer. When "

System Restoration

button.

LG Smart Recovery

icon to run

backup data.

LG Smart Recovery

F11

to start

LG Smart Recovery

.

PRESS F11 TO RUN LG RECOVERY..

.

"

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3. The System Restore Settings screen will appear.

Browse

4. Click the Protected Hard Disk Area or

※ Th e Protected Hard Disk Area opti on will be presented only if you have selected the

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the

※ If you select the Protected Hard Disk Area, the system will be restored to the initial status when you have

bought it.

for the first time.

to select a file you want to back up and click

Safe Backup

Next

whe n you run

.

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5. Confirm the restoration settings and click

OK

. The Restoration In Process message will appear.

6. Click OK. The system will automatically restart in 1 minute and show the System Backup In Process
screen.

※ Depending on product specifications and backup file size, the system may need longer time to load the file. Do

not turn off the power forcibly or reboots the system while it is loading the file.

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7. Once the system restoration process completes, click
10 seconds.

OK

and the system will automatically restart in

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7-3. LG Smart Recovery Tools Menu

LG Smart Recovery

※ The figures and instructions herein are subject to change without prior notice.

1.

Disk Management

including creating partition and volume, formatting, and assigning drive letter.

2.

Explorer

: This tool shows drive disks and other hardware connected to the computer.

※ By using the Explorer, you can back up user data before proceeding the system restore.

3.

Delete Disk

Tools menu provide useful tools to back up and restore the system efficiently.

: By using the Disk Management tool, you can perform disk-related tasks

: You can delete rewritable disks.

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