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Version Revision Note Date
1.0 First Released 05, 2009
CHAPTER 2
Introductions
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Congratulations on becoming an user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This
brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using
notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by
our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction
.
Manual Map
This User’s Manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to operate this notebook. It is
recommended to read this manual carefully before using this notebook.
Chapter 1, Preface
this notebook. It is recommended to read these information or caution when using this notebook
for the first time.
Chapter 2, Introductions
recommended to check out that if you have all the accessories included when you open the packing
box. If any of these accessories is damaged or missing, please contact the vendor where you
purchased this notebook. Also, this chapter provides the specification of this notebook, and
introduces the function buttons, quick launch buttons, connectors, LEDs and externals of this
notebook.
Chapter 3, Getting Started
, gives users the basic safety information and caution that is interrelated to using
, includes the descriptions of all the accessories of this notebook. It is
, gives the basic operation instructions on using keyboard, touchpad,
hard disk drive, and optical storage drive. Beside, the steps of installing and uninstalling the
battery; and the procedures of connecting the various external devices, communication devices,
and so on, are also provided to help users getting familiar with this notebook.
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Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure
the system for optimum use.
Unpacking
First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or
missing, please contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in
case you need to ship the unit in the future. The package should contain the following items:
These accessories listed
above may change without
notice.
Notebook
High-capacity Li-ion battery
Carry bag (optional)
All-in-one application disk, containing the full version of user’s manual,
drivers, utilities, and optional recovery function, etc..
Quick Start Manual
AC adapter and power cord
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Specification
Physical Characteristic
Dimension 392 (W) x 255 (D) x 25 (H) mm
Weight 2.0 kg
CPU
Processor Type Intel® Penryn ULV SFF
Support Processor Intel
L2 Cache Based on CPU
FSB Speed 1066/ 800 MHz (optional)
Special Notification The actual processor preinstalled in the notebook depends on
®
Merom Core 2 Duo / Penryn processor (45nm)
the model you purchased. Please contact the local dealer for
detailed information.
Core Chips
North Bridge Intel® GS45
South Bridge Intel
Special Notification The actual core chips preinstalled in the notebook depends on
®
ICH9M-SFF
the model you purchased. Please contact the local dealer for
detailed information.
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Memory
Technology DDR2 677/ 800 MHz (optional)
Memory DDR2 SO-DIMM X 2 slot
256/ 512/ 1024/ 2048 MB DDR2 SDRAM
Maximum up to 4GB (2048MB DDR2 SO-DIMMM x 2) (optional)
Power
AC Adapter 65W, 19V
Battery Type 6 cells (optional)
RTC Battery Yes
I/O Port
Monitor (VGA) 15 pin D-Sub x 1
USB x 2 (USB version 2.0)
Mic-in x 1
Headphone Out x 1 (SPDIF-Out supported)
RJ45 x 1
HDMI x 1 (optional)
E-SATA x 1
Card Reader x 1 (SD/ SDHC/ MMC )
The supported memory cards may vary without notice.
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Storage (Items listed here may vary depending on the model users purchased)
HDD form factor 2.5”, 9.5mm High, 5400rpm
Communication Port(Items listed here may vary without notice)
LAN Supported
Wireless Lan Supported
Bluetooth Supported
Audio
Internal Speaker 4 speakers with housing
Sound Volume Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key & SW
Video
Dual View Function LCD or CRT will be auto detected when connected.
CRT Output Supported
Display
LCD Type 15.6” (Wide)
Brightness Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys
WebCam
CMOS (optional) Supported
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Software & BIOS
USB Flash Boot Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only
BIOS Fast Boot Support --- Yes
Others
Kensington Lock Hole x 1
Compliance WHQL
Upgrade and Warranty
Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, optical drive device, and battery pack
preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s
request.
To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s
Manual. For any further information about the product users purchased, please contact the
local dealer.
Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product, if you are not an authorized
dealer or service center, since it may cause the warranty void. It is strongly recommended to
contact the authorized dealer or service center for any upgrade or replace service.
The figures show here are
for reference only.
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Product Overview
This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know
more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the notebook
shown in this section may vary from the actual one that users purchased.
Top-open View
The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating
area of your notebook.
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2
3
5
4
1. Webcam /
Webcam LED
2. Power Button /
Power LED
3. Status LED
4. Touchpad
5. Keyboard
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1. Webcam/ Webcam LED (optional)
This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conferencing, and
any other interactive applications.
Webcam LED indicator, next to the webcam, grows orange when webcam function is
activated; LED goes out when this function is turned off.
2. Power Button / Power LED
Power Button
Press the power button to turn the notebook power ON and OFF.
Power/ Power Saving function LED
Glowing white when the notebook power is turned on.
3. Status LED
Num Lock: Glowing white when the Num Lock function is activated.
Caps Lock: Glowing white when the Caps Lock function is activated.
Scroll Lock: Glowing white when the Scroll Lock function is activated.
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Bluetooth(optional)
Bluetooth LED indicator glows white when Bluetooth function is enabled.
Warning: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED indicator
Bluetooth
goes out when you are in flight.
Note: The Bluetooth Function may be optional supported depending on
the model users purchased.
Contact the local distributor for further information if necessary.
Wireless LAN (WiFi) or WiMax (optional)
Wireless LAN LED indicator glows white when Wireless LAN (WiFi) or
WiMax function is enabled.
WLAN(WiFi)
or
WiMAX
LED indicator goes out when this function is disabled.
Note: Functions listed here may be optional supported depending on the
model users purchased.
Warning: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED indicator
goes out when you are in flight.
Contact the local distributor for further information if necessary.
Power On/ Off/ Suspend
Blinking white when the system is in suspend mode.
LED goes out when the system is turned off.
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Battery Status
Glowing white when the battery is being charged.
Glowing amber when the battery is in low battery status.
Blinking amber if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new
battery. Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of
battery recommended by the manufacturer.
Battery LED goes out when it is fully charged or when the AC adapter is
disconnected.
Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use:
drive device.
4. Touchpad
This is the pointing device of the notebook.
5. Keyboard
The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard.
Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons
Use the quick launch [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or
tools. With the help of these buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently.
The descriptions mentioned here are for reference only, and may be optional supported
depending on the models users purchased.
Blinking white when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical
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Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F3 button
+
repeatedly to enable or disable the Smart Pad function recurrently.
Smart Pad
+
User Defined
+
ECO Engine
(Power Saving)
+
Webcam
Press this button to launch the User Defined application.
Press the ECO quick launch button repeatedly to switch among
these five different power saving modes – Gaming mode, Movie
mode, Presentation mode, Office mode, and Turbo Battery
mode provided by ECO Engine, or to turn this function off
recurrently.
Refer to the Power Management section in chapter 3 of this
manual for the detailed information of this ECO Engine, Power
Saving Function.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F6 button to turn
the Webcam function on. Press again to turn it off.
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WLAN (WiFi)
WiMax
(optional)
Bluetooth
(optional)
+
or
+
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F8 button
repeatedly to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi) or WiMAX function on
or off recurrently.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn
the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off.
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Front Side View
1
1
1. Stereo Speakers
Give high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported.
1. Stereo Speakers
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Right Side View
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4
1. Ventilator
2. Audio Port Connectors
3. Power Connector
4. Card Reader
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5. USB Port
1. Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
2. Audio Port Connectors
Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported.
Headphone: A connector for speakers or
headphones.
Microphone: Used for an external microphone.
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3. Power Connector
To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the notebook.
4. Card Reader
The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media
Card), XD (eXtreme Digital), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), MS (Memory Stick)
or MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) cards, and so on. Contact the local dealer for further and correct
information and be noted that the supported memory cards may vary without notice.
5. USB Port
The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse,
keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more.
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Left Side View
1
3
2
45
1. RJ-45 Connector
2. E-SATA Connector / USB Port
3. VGA Port
4. HDMI Connector
5. Ventilator
1. RJ-45 Connector
The 10/100/1000 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection.
2. E-SATA Connector (External Serial ATA) / USB Port (optional)
The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users
can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA
interface brings to storage.
This connector may also work as an USB Port.
3. VGA Port
The 15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard
VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the computer display.
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4. HDMI Connector
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface Support) is a new interface standard for PCs,
displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and
high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
5. Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
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Rear Side View
1
1. Battery Pack
1. Battery Pack
This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.
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Bottom Side View
1
2
1. Battery Pack
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2. Battery Lock/Unlock Button
3. Battery Release Button
1. Battery Pack
This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.
2. Battery Lock/Unlock Button
Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to
unlock position, the battery is removable.
3. Battery Release Button
It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand
and pull the battery pack carefully with the other.
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Getting Started
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Power Management
ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function
ECO Engine, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides 5 different power saving
modes – Gaming mode, Movie mode, Presentation mode, Office mode, and Tu rbo B at tery mode, to extend the battery running time while performing different tasks with this notebook.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F5 button repeatedly to switch among these 5
different modes or to turn this ECO Engine off recurrently.
To learn which power saving mode is activated presently, read the icon on behalf of each mode
appearing on the display when selected.
Gaming Mode
Select this mode while performing game applications.
Movie Mode
Select this mode while playing multimedia applications
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Presentation Mode
Select this mode while performing presentation applications.
Office Mode
Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks.
T urbo Batter y Mode
Select this mode to maximize the battery running time.
ECO Off
Selected to disable ECO Engine.
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AC Adapter
Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power
while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is being
charged immediately.
Note that the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook; using other
adapter model may damage either the notebook or other devices attached to it.
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Connecting the AC Power
1. Unpack the package to find the AC adapter and power cord.
2. Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC adapter.
3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the
electrical outlet.
Disconnecting the AC Power
When you disconnect the AC adapter, you should:
1. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first.
2. Unplug the connector from the notebook.
3. Disconnect the power cord and the connector of AC adapter.
4. When unplugging the power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. Never pull the
The figures show here are
for reference only.
cord directly!
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Battery Pack
This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery
pack is an internal power source of the notebook.
Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on
their own.
Also, note that the limited warranty to the battery pack may also lose its efficacy when this battery
pack is disassembled not by an authorized machinist.
It is always recommended to have another battery in reserve for enough power supply. Please
contact your local dealer to buy a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook.
Please follow your local laws and regulations to recycle the unused battery pack.
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Releasing the Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack, following the steps below:
1. Make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected.
2. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position.
3. Locate the battery release button on the bottom side.
4. Push and hold the release button to the battery releasing direction as shown on the bottom
side.
5. Carefully slide out the battery pack a bit to the location with “open” mark.
6. Take the battery pack out of the battery tray.
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6
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5
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Replacing the Battery Pack
To insert the battery pack, following the steps below:
1. Align the front edge of the battery pack to the location with “open” mark shown aside the
battery tray
2. Place the battery pack into the battery tray vertically with correct orientation.
3. Press the battery pack forward to the right position until the battery back is fastened in the
compartment.
4. Press the lock/unlock button to the Lock position to make sure the battery pack is securely
fastened.
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1
3
4
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Using the Battery Pack
Battery Safety Tips
Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could
cause serious injury.
Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery.
Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above
+60° C (+140° F).
Do not temper with batteries. Keep away from the reach of children.
Do not use rusty or damaged batteries.
Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Check with your local solid waste
officials for details about recycling options or for proper disposal in your area.
Conserving Battery Power
Efficient battery power is critical to maintain a normal operation. If the battery power is not
managed well, the saved data and customized settings may be lost.
To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below:
Suspend system operation if the system will be idle for a while or shorten the suspend timer’s
time period.
Turn off the system if you won’t be using it for a period of time.
Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals.
Connect an AC adapter to the system whenever possible.
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Charging the Battery Pack
The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the notebook. Please pay attention to the
following tips before recharging the battery:
If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and
shut down the system or Save-to-Disk.
Plug in an external AC/DC power source.
You can use the system, suspend system operation or shut down and turn off the system
without interrupting the charging process.
The battery pack uses Lithium-ion battery cells that have no “memory effect.” It is
unnecessary to discharge the battery before recharging. However, to optimize the life of
battery, we suggest that consuming the battery power completely once a month is necessary.
If you do not use the notebook for a long time, it is suggested to remove the battery pack from
your notebook. This may be helpful to extend your battery life.
The actual charging time will be determined by the applications in use.
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Basic Operations
If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own
safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations.
Safety and Comfort Tips
The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good
workspace is important if you have to work with your notebook for a long period of time.
Your work area should have enough illumination.
Choose the proper desk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating.
When sitting on the chair, adjust the chair’s back (if available) to support your back
comfortably.
Place you feet flat and naturally on the floor, so that your knees and elbows have the proper
position (about 90-degree) when operating.
Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists.
Adjust the angle/position of the LCD panel to have an optimal view.
Avoid using your notebook in the space where may cause you discomfort (such as on the
bed).
The notebook is an electrical device, please treat it with great care to avoid personal injury
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1. Keep your hands and feet with
4
optimal comfort.
2. Adjust the angle and position of LCD
panel.
3. Adjust the desk’s height.
4. Sit straight and keep a good posture.
5. Adjust the chair’s height.
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3
1
1
5
Having a Good Work Habit
Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your notebook for long periods of time;
otherwise, it may cause discomfort or injury to you. Please keep the following tips in mind when
operating.
Change your posture frequently.
Stretch and exercise you body regularly.
Remember to take a break after working for a period of time.
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Knowing the Keyboard
This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four
categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys.
Typewriter keys
Numeric keys
The keyboard shown here
may vary from the actual
one, depending on which
county users purchase the
notebook.
Cursor keys /
Function keys
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Typewriter Keys
In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several
keys for special purposes, such as [Ctrl,] [Alt,] and [Esc] key.
When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status:
Num Lock: Press the Num Lock key to toggle the Num Lock on and off. When this function is
activated, you can use the numeric keys that are embedded in the typewriter keys.
Caps Lock: Press the Caps Lock key to toggle the Caps Lock on and off. When this function
is activated, the letters you type are kept in uppercase.
Scroll Lock: Press the Scroll Lock key to toggle the Scroll Lock on and off. This function is
defined by individual programs, and is usually used under DOS.
Numeric Keys
Find the numeric keys among the keyboard, and activate the Num Lock function to use these
numeric keys to enter numbers and calculations.
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Cursor Keys
The four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys are used to control the cursor
movement.
Move the cursor left for one
Move to the previous page.
space.
Move the cursor right for one
Move to the next page.
space.
Move to the beginning of the line
Move the cursor up for one line.
(or document).
Move the cursor down for one
line.
Move to the end of the line (or
document).
The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose.
This key is used to switch
the typing mode between
“insert” and “overtype”
modes.
Press this key to delete one
character to the right of the
cursor and move the following
text left for one space.
Press this key to delete one character to the left of the cursor and move the
following text left for one space.
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Function Keys
Windows Keys
You can find the Windows Logo key (
) and one Application Logo key () on the keyboard,
which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and
launching the shortcut menu. For more information of the two keys, please refer to your
Windows manual or online help.
[Fn] Key
Switch the display output
mode between the LCD,
+
external monitor and
+
Decrease the built-in
speaker’s volume.
both.
Enable or disable the
+
touchpad function.
+
Decrease the LCD
+
brightness.
+
Increase the built-in
speaker’s volume.
Disable the computer’s
audio function.
Force the computer into
Increase the LCD
+
brightness.
+
suspend mode
(depending on the
system configuration).
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Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons
Use the quick launch [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or
tools. With the help of these buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently.
The descriptions mentioned here are for reference only, and may be optional supported
depending on the models users purchased.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F3 button
+
repeatedly to enable or disable the Smart Pad function recurrently.
Smart Pad
+
User Defined
+
ECO Engine
(Power Saving)
+
Webcam
Press this button to launch the User Defined application.
Press the ECO quick launch button repeatedly to switch among
these five different power saving modes – Gaming mode, Movie
mode, Presentation mode, Office mode, and Turbo Battery
mode provided by ECO Engine, or to turn this function off
recurrently.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F6 button to turn
the Webcam function on. Press again to turn it off.
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+
WLAN (WiFi)
or
WiMax
(optional)
+
Bluetooth
(optional)
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F8 button
repeatedly to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi) or WiMAX function on
or off recurrently.
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn
the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off.
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Knowing the Smart Pad
The Smart Pad integrated in your notebook allows users to perform various actions with multi-finger
taps and gestures while operating the notebook, and is capable to detect the changes of the
multi-finger movement performed by users
users not only an efficient but also an enjoyable experience of using the notebook.
precisely. This significant Smart Pad will surely bring
Enabling the Smart Pad
Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F3 button repeatedly to
+
Smart Pad
enable or disable the Smart Pad function recurrently.
Brief Usages to the Smart Pad
For the further information on how to use the Smart Pad function specifically, please refer to the
instructions of Smart Pad by double clicking the Smart Pad icon (
the screen.
) on the lower right side of
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Gestures
Actions Functions
Tapping the touchpad once with
one finger.
Double tapping the touchpad
with one finger.
Touch the touchpad with single
finger and move around your
finger on the touchpad.
Move the cursor to a particular
object with single finger.
Select the object by tap the
touchpad once
Double tapping the selected
object with single finger, and
remain your finger on the
touchpad.
Move your finger to drag the
selected object
Single clicking the Left button
of the mouse.
Double clicking the Left button
of the mouse.
Cursor moving.
Dragging an object.
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Gestures
Actions Functions
T ouch the touchpad with two
fingers and remain the fingers
on the touchpad.
Move the two fingers on the
touchpad vertically.
T ouch the touchpad with two
fingers and remain both fingers
on the touchpad.
Move the two fingers on the
touchpad horizontally.
T ouch the touchpad with two
fingers and remain both fingers
on the touchpad.
Move two fingers to close each
other to Zoom Out the screen.
Move two fingers away each
other to Zoom In the screen.
Scrolling a page vertically.
Scrolling a page horizontally.
Zoom In/ Out the screen.
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Gestures
Actions Functions
Touch the touchpad with three
fingers and remain it on the
touchpad.
Double tapping the touchpad
with one finger to enable the
Magnifying Glass function.
To control the magnifying
glass, touch the touchpad with
single finger and move around
your finger on the touchpad.
To disable this function, simply
tapping the touchpad once with
single finger.
Touch the touchpad with three
fingers and remain the fingers
on the touchpad.
Move the three fingers to the
Left on the touchpad to
Page-up the screen.
Enabling or Disabling the
Magnifying Glass function.
Using the Magnifying Glass
function.
Page Up
Touch the touchpad with three
fingers and remain the fingers
on the touchpad.
Page Down
Move the three fingers to the
Right on the touchpad to
Page-down the screen.
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Gestures
Actions Functions
Touch the touchpad with three
fingers and remain the fingers
on the touchpad.
Move the three fingers to the
upper side of the touchpad to
browse “Computer.”
Touch the touchpad with three
fingers and remain the fingers
on the touchpad.
Move the three fingers to the
lower side of the touchpad and
remain the fingers on the
touchpad still.
Move a finger to the right or to
the left to select the expected
window.
All fingers leave from the
touchpad and the selected
window will be popped up.
Browse the directory of
“Computer”
Switching between all the
windows that have been
activated currently.
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Gestures
Actions Functions
Touch the touchpad with two
fingers and remain both fingers
on the touchpad.
Move a finger clockwise while
another remains still to rotate a
selected object clockwise.
Refer to the first gesture.
Move a finger counterclockwise
while another remains still to
rotate a selected object
counterclockwise.
Refer to the second gesture.
Rotating a selected object
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Tapping the touchpad once
with two fingers.
Tapping the touchpad once
with three fingers.
Place and remain a finger on
the touchpad for a while.
Reading and measuring the
dimension of the finger by the
Smart Pad.
May be defined by Users.
May be defined by Users.
Avoiding improper gesture
reading
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About Hard Disk Drive
Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device
with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive
and optical storage device. Therefore, it is usually used to install the operating system and
software applications.
To avoid unexpected data loss in your system, please backup your critical files regularly.
Do not turn off the notebook when the hard disk In-use LED is on.
Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when the notebook is turned on. The replacement of
hard disk drive should be done by an authorized retailer or service representative.
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Connecting the External Devices
The I/O (input/output) ports on the notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. All devices
listed here are for reference only.
Using the External Optical Drive Device (optional)
An optional external optical drive device may or may not come with the package of the notebook
depending on the model you purchased. Contact the local distributor for further information if
necessary.
The devices shown in the
reference figures here may
be different from the devices
users have.
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DVD Combo Drive: This device allows you to read DVD and CD, and record CD format.
DVD Dual Drive: In addition to read DVD and CD, this device allows you to record CD format
and both the –R/RW and +R/RW DVD formats.
Super Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive.
Blu-ray: It is a high-capacity optical disc that holds the high-definition video (HD) on a
single-sided disk. Blu-ray supports the more advanced H.264 and VC-1 video encoding
algorithms (codecs) as well as MPEG-2, which is used for DVD. It also supports the highest
HDTV resolution.
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Connecting the Peripheral Devices
Connecting the USB devices
This notebook provides USB ports for connecting various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard,
digital camera, webcam, printer, and external optical storage device, ete.. To connect these
devices, install the drivers for each device first if necessary, and then connect the device to the
notebook. This notebook is capable to auto detect the USB devices installed, and if there is no
detection of the devices, please manually enable the USB devices by going to Start Menu / Control Panel / Add Hardware to add the new device.
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Connecting the External Display Devices
This notebook provides a VGA port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. The
15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows users to connect an external monitor or other standard
VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the notebook display.
This notebook provides a HDMI port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. HDMI
(High Definition Multimedia Interface Support) is a new interface standard for PCs, displays and
consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus
multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
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To connect the external display, make sure the notebook and the external display are both powered
off, and then connect the display to the notebook.
Once the display is connected to the notebook, power on the notebook and the external display
should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2].
Alternately, you can change the display mode by configuring the settings in Display Properties of
Windows operating system.
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Connecting the External SATA Hard Disk device
The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an
external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users can
now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to
take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface
brings to storage.
The E-SATA standard interface supports
“plug-and-play” technology, so that you can
connect and remove the E-SATA devices without
turning off the notebook.
To connect the E-SATA hard disk device, simply
connect the cable of the device to the E-SATA
Connector of your notebook.
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Connecting the Communication Devices
Using the LAN
The RJ-45 connector of the notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices,
such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection.
For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your MIS staff or
network manager for help.
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Safely Remove Hardware
When any peripheral device is connected to the notebook, the Safely Remove Hardware icon will
appear on the taskbar. Double-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box.
You can see all connected peripheral devices here. If you want to remove any of the devices,
move the cursor to the device and click Stop. The diagram shown below is for reference only.
Safely Remove Hardware
Select the device you want to unplug or eject, and then click Stop.
When Windows notifies you that it is safe to do so unplug the
device from your computer.
Hardware Devices:
USB Mass Storage Device
1
Stop a Hardware device
Confirm devices to be stopped. Choose OK To continue.
Windows will attempt to stop the following devices. After the
devices are stopped they may be removed safely.
USB Mass Storage Device
3
4
OKCancel
PropertiesStop
Close
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CHAPTER 4
BIOS Setup
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BIOS Setup
About BIOS Setup
When to Use BIOS Setup?
You may need to run the BIOS Setup when:
An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and is requested to
run SETUP.
You want to change the default settings for customized features.
You want to reload the default BIOS settings.
How to Run BIOS Setup?
To run the BIOS Setup Utility, turn on the notebook and press the [Del] key during the POST
procedure.
If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, either restart the
system by turning it OFF and ON, or simultaneously pressing [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete] keys to restart.
Be noted that the screen snaps and setting options in this chapter are for your references only.
The actual setting screens and options on your Notebook may be different because of BIOS update.
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Control Keys
You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility.
Press left arrow to select one
menu title.
Press up arrow to select one item
under the menu title.
Increase the setting value or make changes.
+
Decrease the setting value or make changes.
1) Open the selected item to change setting options.
2) Bring up a sub-menu when available.
In some items, press this key to change setting field.
Press right arrow to select one
menu title.
Press down arrow to select one
item under the menu title.
Bring up help screen providing the information of control keys.
1) Exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
2) Return to the previous screen in a sub-menu.
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BIOS Setup Menu
Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Select the tags to
enter the other menus.
Main Menu
[Hard Disk]
[Not Detected]
BISO SETUP UTILITY
MainAdvanced Security BootExit
Market Name
Model Name
System Date[Wed 04/15/2009]
System Time[ :08:53]18
Serial ATA
eSATA
System Infomation
The BIOS items and
figures shown here are
for reference only.
:Select Screen
:Select Item
Enter:
Select
+/-:
Change Opt.
F1:
General Help
F2:
Previous Values
F9:
Optimized Default
F4:
Save
Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory
size and setting of system time and date.
Advanced Menu
Adjust the advanced settings, such as power consumption, USB/ PCI devices,
of the notebook in order to achieve a better performance.
Security Menu
Install or clear the password settings for supervisor and user.
Boot Menu
Set up boot type and boot sequence.
Exit Menu
Save or discard the changes before leaving the BIOS Setup Menu.
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Main Menu
System Date
This item allows you to set the system date. The date format is
[day:month:date:year].
[Hard Disk]
[Not Detected]
BISO SETUP UTILITY
MainAdvanced Security BootExit
Market Name
Model Name
System Date[Wed 04/15/2009]
System Time[ :08:53]18
Serial ATA
eSATA
System Infomation
:Select Screen
:Select Item
Enter:
Select
+/-:
Change Opt.
F1:
General Help
F2:
Previous Values
F9:
Optimized Default
F4:
Save
Day (Translation)
Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is
determined by BIOS (read-only).
Month (Month)
Date (Date)
Year (Year)
The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December).
The date from 01 to 31.
The year can be adjusted by users.
System Time
This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on
no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode. The time format
is [hour:minute:second].
Serial_ATA/ eSATA (optional)
These items display the types of the SATA devices installed in the notebook.
Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the
device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode, PIO mode and
more.
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System Information
This item provides the information about the firmware, processor, and
system memory.
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MainAdvanced Security BootExit
Intel (R) Speedstep (tm)
PCI Latency Timer
Legacy USB Support
AHCI[]Enabled
BISO SETUP UTILITY
[Enabled]
[64]
[]Enabled
Advanced Menu
Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.
This item allows you to enable or disable Intel SpeedStep technology.
When set to Disabled, the system always operates in a conserve power
mode (the processor works at FSB400-600MHz or FSB533-800MHz). If
you want optimize the processor, set this item to Enabled, so that the
processor’s speed will be controlled by the use of your operating system
and applications. Setting options: Enabled, and Disabled.
PCI Latency Timer
This item controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before
:Select Screen
:Select Item
Enter:
Select
+/-:
Change Opt.
F1:
General Help
F2:
Previous Values
F9:
Optimized Default
F4:
Save
another takes over. When set to higher values, every PCI device can
conduct transactions for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI
bandwidth.
For better PCI performance, you should set the item to higher values.