Mitac Digital Technology 00D221WA User Manual
Revision: R00
(September 2008)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents........................................................................i
Preface v
Safety Precautions ....................................................................v
About the Battery .................................................................v
About the AC Adapter ........................................................vi
Notational Conventions......................................................... vii
Chapter 1 .............................................................................1-1
Getting Started........................................................................1-1
Getting the Computer Running ............................................ 1-2
Unpacking ........................................................................ 1-2
Connecting to AC Power ................................................. 1-2
Opening the Cover ........................................................... 1-3
Turning On and Off the Computer................................... 1-4
Taking a Look at the Computer............................................ 1-6
Right-Side Components ................................................... 1-6
Left-Side Components ..................................................... 1-7
Bottom Components......................................................... 1-8
Top-open Components ..................................................... 1-9
Where to Go from Here...................................................... 1-11
Chapter 2 .............................................................................2-1
Operating Your Computer......................................................2-1
Starting and Stopping the Computer .................................... 2-2
Starting the Computer ...................................................... 2-2
Stopping the Computer .................................................... 2-2
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Using the Keyboard.............................................................. 2-4
Hot Keys .......................................................................... 2-5
Using the Touchpad ............................................................. 2-7
Configuring the Touchpad ............................................... 2-8
Using the Video Features ..................................................... 2-9
Configuring the Display Modes ....................................... 2-9
Using the Audio Features................................................... 2-10
Connecting Audio Devices ............................................ 2-10
Using the Communication Features ................................... 2-12
Using the LAN ............................................................... 2-12
Using the WLAN ........................................................... 2-12
Using the Bluetooth Feature........................................... 2-14
Chapter 3 .............................................................................3-1
Managing Power......................................................................3-1
AC Adapter .......................................................................... 3-2
Battery Pack ......................................................................... 3-3
Charging the Battery Pack ............................................... 3-3
Initializing the Battery Pack............................................. 3-3
Checking the Battery Level.............................................. 3-4
Replacing the Battery Pack .............................................. 3-4
Battery Low Signals and Actions..................................... 3-5
Power Management.............................................................. 3-7
Hibernation....................................................................... 3-8
Power-Saving Tips ............................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 .............................................................................4-1
Expanding Your Computer.....................................................4-1
Connecting an External Monitor .......................................... 4-2
Connecting a USB Device.................................................... 4-3
Using the Card Reader ......................................................... 4-4
Internal Components Upgrade.............................................. 4-5
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Chapter 5 .............................................................................5-1
Using BIOS Setup ...................................................................5-1
When and How to Use BIOS Setup ..................................... 5-2
When to Use..................................................................... 5-2
Starting BIOS Setup......................................................... 5-2
Moving Around and Making Selections .......................... 5-4
Main Menu ........................................................................... 5-5
Advanced Menu ................................................................... 5-6
Boot Menu............................................................................ 5-8
Security Menu ...................................................................... 5-9
Exit Menu........................................................................... 5-11
Chapter 6 .............................................................................6-1
Using the Software Drivers ....................................................6-1
How to Use the Driver Disc ................................................. 6-2
Chapter 7 .............................................................................7-1
Caring for the Computer.........................................................7-1
Protecting the Computer....................................................... 7-2
Using the Windows Security Center ................................ 7-2
Using the Password .......................................................... 7-3
Using the Cable Lock....................................................... 7-3
Taking Care of the Computer............................................... 7-4
Location Guidelines ......................................................... 7-4
General Guidelines........................................................... 7-4
Cleaning Guidelines ......................................................... 7-5
Battery Pack Guidelines................................................... 7-5
When Traveling.................................................................... 7-6
Chapter 8 .............................................................................8-1
Troubleshooting......................................................................8-1
Preliminary Checklist........................................................... 8-2
Solving Common Problems.................................................. 8-3
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Battery Problems.............................................................. 8-3
Bluetooth Problems.......................................................... 8-3
Display Problems ............................................................. 8-4
Hardware Device Problems.............................................. 8-5
Hard Disk Drive Problems ............................................... 8-5
Keyboard, Mouse and Touchpad Problems ..................... 8-5
LAN Problems ................................................................. 8-6
WLAN Problems.............................................................. 8-6
Power Management Problems.......................................... 8-8
Software Problems ........................................................... 8-8
Sound Problems ............................................................... 8-9
Startup Problems .............................................................. 8-9
Other Problems............................................................... 8-10
Resetting the Computer...................................................... 8-11
Recovering Pre-installed Software..................................... 8-12
Specifications.........................................................................A-1
Regulatory Information..........................................................B-1
Class B Regulations .............................................................B-2
USA..................................................................................B-2
Canada..............................................................................B-3
Europe ..............................................................................B-4
Index 1
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Preface
Safety Precautions
About the Battery
DANISH
ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri – Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske
med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
NORWEGIAN
ADVARSEL: Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en
tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner.
SWEDISH
VARNING: Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en
ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt
fabrikantens instruktion.
FINNISH
VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan
valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
ENGLISH
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according
to manufacturer's instructions.
DEUTSCH
VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch
denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter
Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
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FRENCH
ATTENTION: II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer
uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
Attention (for USA Users)
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The
battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream.
Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling
options or proper disposal.
About the AC Adapter
Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer. Use of another type
of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger.
Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment. Never touch the
adapter when your hands or feet are wet.
Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the
device or charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with paper or
other objects that will reduce cooling. Do not use the AC adapter while it is
inside a carrying case.
Connect the adapter to a proper power source. The voltage requirements are
found on the product case and/or packaging.
Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged.
Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside.
Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture.
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Notational Conventions
Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish
elements of text.
NOTE: identifies additional information that requires special attention.
CAUTION: identifies important information that, if not followed, may result in loss of data or
damage to the computer.
Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset. For example:
Press the
When keys are joined by a plus sign (+), press the first key, and, while keeping
the first key down, press the remaining keys, finally release all the keys. When
necessary, keys are also shown in graphics.
A title, command, setup item, or button that you can see on the screen is shown
in boldface. A value or an option that you can select for a setup item is shown in
italic. For example:
Select When I press the power button, set it to Shut down, and
then click the
Enter key to complete.
Save changes button.
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Chapter 1
CHAPTER
Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing this computer.
Your computer incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact
notebook-sized package. It can greatly enhance your productivity either in the
office or at home. And, of course, wherever you need it, the computer is ready
and easy “to go.”
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running.
You will find instructions for these procedures:
Unpacking
Connecting to AC power
Opening the cover
Turning on the computer
Turning off the computer
Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the
computer. And the last section navigates you to the information you may need
after the computer is ready for use.
Getting Started 1-1
Getting the Computer Running
This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready
for operation.
Unpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
Notebook computer
Accessories:
− AC adapter
− AC power cord
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer
immediately.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store
the computer in the future.
Connecting to AC Power
The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery
power. It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for
the very first time.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC adapters may
damage the computer.
1. Make sure that the computer is turned off.
2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer
().
Getting Started 1-2
3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male
end to an electrical outlet ().
4. When the AC adapter is connected, power is being supplied from the
electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer. Now, you are
ready to turn on the computer.
CAUTION:
When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from
the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer.
When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord.
NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For information on
using battery power, see Chapter 3.
Opening the Cover
CAUTION: Be gentle when opening and closing the cover. Opening it vigorously or slamming it
shut could damage the computer.
Open the top cover by lifting up the cover. You can tilt the cover forward or
backward for optimal viewing clarity.
Getting Started 1-3
Turning On and Off the Computer
Turning On
NOTE: As a safety feature, you can only turn on the computer when the top cover is open. This
prevents an accidental power-on during transport.
1. Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power.
2. Press the power button.
Getting Started 1-4
3. Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a Power-On Self Test
(POST), and the operating system such as Windows should start.
Turning Off
To turn off the computer power, use the “Shut Down” command of your
operating system.
NOTE: There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left
off when you next turn on the computer. (See “Stopping the Computer” in Chapter 2 for
information.)
CAUTION: If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off, wait for at
least five seconds. Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it.
Getting Started 1-5
Taking a Look at the Computer
This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly
describes the function of each component.
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your computer may not be
exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
Right-Side Components
Ref Component Description See Also
GPS Antenna
(optional)
USB Port
RJ-45 Connector
Kensington Lock
Getting Started 1-6
Receives signals from the GPS satellites
overhead.
Connects a USB device, such as a flash
disk, printer, digital camera, joystick, and
more.
Connects the LAN cable. P. 2-12
Locks the computer to a stationary object
for security.
P. 4-3
P. 7-3
Left-Side Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Power Connector
VGA Connector
USB Port
Ventilation
Opening
Card Reader
Connects the AC adapter P. 1-2
Connects an external display P. 4-2
Connects a USB device, such as a flash
disk, printer, digital camera, joystick, and
more.
Enables heat emission.
Accepts a SD (Secure Digital), SDHC
(Secure Digital High Capacity) or MMC
(MultiMediaCard) card for removable
storage media.
P. 4-3
P. 4-4
Getting Started 1-7
Bottom Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Ventilation
Opening
Hard Disk Drive
Memory Slot
Battery Pack
Getting Started 1-8
Enables heat emission.
Inside is the hard disk drive.
Inside is the memory slot.
Supplies power to your computer when
external power is not connected.
P. 3-3
Top-open Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Camera Lens
Stereo Speaker
Power Button
Keyboard
Touchpad
Microphone
Connector
Getting Started 1-9
Takes still pictures or records videos.
Sends out sound and voice from the
computer.
Turns the computer power ON and OFF. P. 1-4
Serves as the data input device of the
computer.
Serves as the pointing device of the
computer.
Connects an external microphone. P. 2-10
P. 2-10
P. 2-4
P. 2-7
Ref Component Description See Also
Audio Output
Connector
Microphone
Indicators
Connects a set of headphones, external
speakers with amplifier, or an audio
recording device.
Receives sound and voice for the computer. P. 2-10
Show the current status of the computer’s
devices.
Power status indicator
Glows in green when the computer is
turned on.
Blinks in green when the computer is in the
standby mode.
Hard disk drive in-use indicator
Battery charge indicator
LED-off when the battery is fully charged.
Glows in green when the battery capacity is
between 90 to 99%.
Glows in amber when the battery capacity
is between 20 to 90%.
Blinks in amber when the battery capacity
is less than 20%.
P. 2-10
P. 3-3
WLAN
Glows in green when the wireless LAN
(WLAN) radio is on.
Getting Started 1-10
P. 2-12
Where to Go from Here
As your computer is ready for operation, you may want to do any of the
following now:
For this purpose ... Do this ...
To know more about the computer ... Go on to the next chapter.
To install the operating system if your
dealer has not already done so ...
To know more about the operating
system ...
To install the drivers if your dealer has
not already done so ...
To set a power-on password ... See “Security Menu” in Chapter 5.
To charge the battery pack for the first
time ...
See the operating system manual.
Read the operating system manual.
See Chapter 6.
See “Charging the Battery Pack” in
Chapter 3.
Getting Started 1-11
Chapter 2
CHAPTER
Operating Your Computer
This chapter provides information about the use of the computer.
If you are new to computers, reading this chapter will help you learn the
operating basics. If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook
computers, you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique
to your computer.
Described in this chapter are the operating basics of these components:
Keyboard
Touchpad
And these features:
Starting and stopping the computer
Video features
Audio features
Communication features
Operating Your Computer 2-1
Starting and Stopping the Computer
There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer.
Starting the Computer
You always start the computer using the power button.
A computer starts up with an operating system (OS) existing on the storage
device such as the hard disk and optical disc. The computer will automatically
load the OS after you turn it on. This process is called booting.
NOTE: An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs to run on.
Your computer uses the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Stopping the Computer
When you finish a working session, you can stop the computer by turning off the
power or leaving the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode:
To stop in this
mode ...
Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your
Standby Depending on your settings in Windows,
Operating Your Computer 2-2
Do this ... To start up or
resume again
Press the power
operating system. This can prevent loss
of unsaved data or damage to your
software programs.
If the system is locked up because of
hardware or software problems, press the
power button to turn off the computer.
you can place the computer in Standby
mode by:
Closing the display cover
Pressing the Fn+F9 hot key
Pressing the power button
button.
Press any key.
To stop in this
mode ...
Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows,
Do this ... To start up or
resume again
Press the power
you can place the computer in
button.
Hibernation mode by:
Closing the display cover
Pressing the Fn+F9 hot key
Pressing the power button
See “Power Management” in Chapter 3 for more information on Power
Management.
Operating Your Computer 2-3
Using the Keyboard
The keyboard can be divided into four major areas plus an Fn key.
Ref Component Description
Function Keys
Cursor-Control
Keys
Numeric
Keypad
Typewriter
Keys
Operating Your Computer 2-4
Function keys are multi-purpose keys that perform
functions defined by individual programs.
Cursor-control keys are generally used for editing
purposes. They are Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down.
When used with Fn key, they become Left, Right, Up, and
Down arrow keys.
When Num Lock is on and first press and hold Fn, then
press the numeric keys, the numeric keys embedded in the
typewriter keys are activated, which means you can use
these keys to enter numerals. When Num Lock is off, they
become typewriter keys.
Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter.
Several keys are added, such as the Ctrl, Alt, Esc and lock
keys, for special purposes. When the lock keys are pressed,
their corresponding indicators light up.
Ref Component Description
Fn Key
The Fn key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used
with another key to perform the alternative function of a
key. The letter “Fn” and the alternative functions are
identified by the color of blue on the keytop. To perform a
desired function, first press and hold Fn, then press the
other key.
Hot key functions are assigned to F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7,
F8, and F9 by your computer (see “Hot Keys” for details).
Hot Keys
Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate
special functions of the computer. Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Each
time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the
other or next choice.
You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop. The
hot keys are described next.
Key Description
Fn + F1
Fn + F2
Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off.
Switches the system sound output off (mute) and on.
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Fn + F7
Fn + F8
Operating Your Computer 2-5
Decreases the sound volume.
Increases the sound volume.
Decreases the LCD brightness.
Increases the LCD brightness.
Switches the display output to one of the following when
external devices are connected.
Upon booting the system with CRT:
NOTE: This function only applies to Plug & Play display
devices.
Switches the Bluetooth radio on and off.
Key Description
Fn + F9
Serves as the standby button that you can define with Windows’
Power Options. (See “Power Management” in Chapter 3.)
Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
The
Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs
software-specific functions when used in combination with other keys.
The
Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click.
Operating Your Computer 2-6
Using the Touchpad
CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the
touchpad surface.
NOTE: For optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry.
When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force.
The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the
computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making
selection with the buttons.
The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and a left and right buttons. To use
the touchpad, place your forefinger or thumb on the pad. The rectangular pad
acts like a miniature duplicate of your display. As you slide your fingertip across
the pad, the pointer (also called cursor) on the screen moves accordingly. When
your finger reaches the edge of the pad, simply relocate yourself by lifting the
finger and placing it on the other side of the pad.
Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad:
Term Action
Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the
selection on the screen.
Operating Your Computer 2-7
Term Action
Click Press and release the left button.
–or–
Tap gently anywhere on the pad.
Double-click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession.
–or–
Tap twice on the pad rapidly.
Drag and drop Press and hold the left button, then move your finger until
you reach your destination (drag). Finally, release the
button (drop) when you finish dragging your selection to
the destination. The object will drop into the new location.
–or–
Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap, keep
your finger in contact with the pad. Then, move your
finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your
destination. When you lift your finger from the pad, the
selected object will drop into place.
Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the
working area on the screen.
This function works only after you install the touchpad
driver supplied with the computer and it may not work for
all applications.
TABLE NOTE: If you swap the left and right buttons, “tapping” on the touchpad as an alternative
method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid.
Configuring the Touchpad
You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs. For example, if you
are a left-handed user, you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right
button as the left button and vice versa. You can also change the size of the
on-screen pointer, the speed of the pointer, and so on.
To configure the touchpad in Windows, go to
Operating Your Computer 2-8
Settings Control Panel Mouse.
Using the Video Features
The video subsystem of your computer features:
8.9-inch TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) color LCD display with
1024 × 600 resolution.
Simultaneous display on LCD and external display, which is useful when
you have a presentation as you can control the screen from your computer
and face the audience at the same time.
Multi-display capability, which allows you to expand your desktop on the
screen to another display device so that you have more desktop space to
work on.
Power Management
NOTE: Your computer is pre-installed with the video driver that supports the multi-display
capability or enhanced video capabilities.
NOTE: The computer enters the Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed. If you
want to use the computer with the LCD closed, set Do Nothing to the When I Close the lid option
in the Control Panel Power Options Advanced Properties. Thus the computer does not
enter the Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed.
Configuring the Display Modes
NOTE: When using an external CRT monitor, the resolution depends on the CRT monitor’s
supported resolution.
Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before
shipment. You can view and change display settings through your operating
system. See your operating system documentation or online help for specific
information.
For displaying in higher resolutions, you can connect an external monitor that
supports higher resolutions. (See “Connecting an External Monitor” in Chapter
4 for more information.)
Operating Your Computer 2-9
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