Prestigio Avanti 1592W User Manual
Avanti 1592W
Prestigio Avanti 1592W
User’s Manual
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Preface
Using This Manual
This User’s Manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup, troubleshooting, and technical
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specifications of the notebook computer.
Symbols and Conventions
The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual:
When keys are to be pressed at the same time, a plus (+) symbol is used. For instance, Fn+F7 means
holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time.
When a series of clicking actions is needed in Windows O/S, [ ] and > symbols are used. For instance,
[Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display] means clicking the Start icon first, then the Settings, then
the Control Panel, then the Display icon.
When you need to make a selection with the touch pad (or mouse), you will be asked to ‘select’ or ‘click’
or ‘double-click’, ‘right-click’ the item.
Note: Text in this format and symbol means specific instructions, commentary, sidelights, or any
additional information or notes that you should be aware of.
Warning: Text in this format and symbol means that failures to comply with the given instructions
or information could result in damage to your computer or could cause bodily harm or loss of
life.
Protecting Your Computer - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse
Environment
Follow the advice below will help ensure that you get the most out of your Investment.
Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it.
Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat.
Do not subject it to temperatures below 0oC (32oF) or above 35oC (95oF).
Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields.
Do not expose the computer to moisture or rain.
Do not spill water or liquid on the computer.
Do not subject the computer to adverse shock and vibration.
Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
Do not place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer.
Do not place the computer on rocky surfaces.
Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter.
Do not connect the adapter to any devices other than your computer.
Do not let water get into the adapter.
Do not block the ventilation airway of the adapter.
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Keep the adapter in a cool and ventilated place.
Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
Carefully tuck away the power cord and any cables away from pedestrian traffic.
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug.
Keep the adapter away from children.
The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if
you are using an extension cord.
The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse
rating.
Do not connect other AC adapter to your notebook. This Notebook uses exclusively the AC adapter: Liteon
PA-1900-05 (90W), Liteon PA-1900-06 (90W), Lishin LSE0202D2090 (90W), Lishin LSE0202C2090(90W)
When cleaning the computer, observe these steps:
1. Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following occurs:
Computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
Liquid has been spilled into the product.
The computer does not operate normally.
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Cleaning the Ventilation Grills:
It is suggested that you clean the ventilation grills regularly to maintain optimal thermal regulation of the notebook. To
do this, you may use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner (with appropriate head adapter) to remove the dust buildup on the
ventilation grills.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS
This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.
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Performance Features
High Performance Processor with Calistoga Chipset
The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel Pentium M processor. Together with the latest Calistoga chipset
and technologies, the system offers advanced PC performances.
Advanced Graphic Engine
The system is built with ATI Mobility M54-P with 128MB DDR dedicated frame buffer. The PCI-Express high-end graphic
engine offers excellent graphic performance for the most demanding professionals or gamers. The advanced graphic chip
also incorporates a hardware-based motion-compensation engine, which gives you smooth MPEG video playback. DirectX
9 graphics capability also adds realism to PC games.
LCD Display
The computer is equipped with a non-wide (16:10) 15.4” TFT display panel for best cinematic viewing experience.
Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive Support (on certain models)
The serial ATA bus offers higher data throughput than the traditional parallel ATA bus. This gives you optimal hard drive
performance.
ExpressCard Technology
ExpressCard is the next-generation of the PC Card standard. The bus interface is based on the two standards: PCI Express
for high-performance I/O and USB2.0 for variety of devices.
Expandability
The system offers upgradeable hard disk drive and 2 DDR SDRAM sockets for expansion, allowing the user to easily increase
the storage and system capacities as the need arises.
Built-in Multiple Card Reader
The built-in 4-in-1 card reader lets you access many of the portable media formats (SD Card, MMC Card, MS Card, and MS
Pro Card).
Ethernet Port
The system provides built-in 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection.
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Firewire (IEEE1394 / 1394a) and USB2.0 ports
In addition to a full array of built-in I/O ports, the computer offers IEEE1394 for ultra high-speed connection to high
bandwidth digital video devices and USB2.0 ports to connect to any USB-based peripheral devices.
Wireless LAN
The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled systems, devices,
or network.
System At A Glance
Top View
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1. LCD Latch
The LCD latches lock / unlock the LCD panel.
2. LCD Latch
The panel is where the system content is displayed.
3. Keyboard
The keyboard is used to enter data. It has an embedded numeric keypad and cursor control keys. (See Keyboard Section
for details.)
4. Touch Pad
The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse.
5. Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone records sound.
6. Touch Pad Disable / Enable Button
The button enables or disables Touch Pad function.
7. Built-in Stereo Speakers
The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo.
8. LED Status Indicator
The LED Status indicators reveal the status of these functions: Numeric keypad, cap lock, scroll lock, WLAN module enabling
and disabling and also the ODD, HDD activities. (See the LED Status Indicator Section for details.)
The LED Status indicators also reveal the status of the system power state and battery-charging state. (See the LED Status
Indicator Section for details.)
9. Power / Suspend Button
The power/suspend button turns the notebook on and off and it also ac ts as a system suspend key. Press momentarily to
turn on the system. Press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off the system. How this key behaves can be defined in
[Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced] menu. Press the power / suspend button again to return
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from the suspend mode. (See Chapter 3 for more details on system suspend function.)
Note: When the system power is initially turned on, the Scroll-lock, Cap-lock, and Numeric keypad
LED indicators will light up momentarily to indicate the start of the Power-On sequence.
10. Silent Mode Button
Pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage; therefore the fan speed is reduced to achieve lowest
operating noise.
You may need to go to BIOS Setup to enable Silent Mode for this button. (See Chapter 2 for details.)
11. Outlook Express Quick Key
Pressing the button launches Outlook Express in Windows.
12. Internet Explorer Quick Key
Pressing the button launches Internet Explorer in Windows.
13. Windows Media Player Quick Key
Pressing the button launches Media Player in Windows.
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Front and Rear View
Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display.
1. Wireless On/Off Switch
Use the Switch to disable or enable the Wireless function.
2. Power Jack (DC-in)
The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer.
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3. Modem Port
This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions.
4. Battery Pack
The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook.
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5. Ventilation Grill
The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely.
6. Kensington Lock Key Hole
A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti-theft purpose.
Side Views
Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display.
1. Audio Volume Dial
Use the volume dial to control the loudness of the speakers.
2. Stereo Headphone / SPDIF-out Jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connec t the headphones or external speakers. Alternatively,
you may connect the SPDIF output to an external DTS, AC3, or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo system.
3. Microphone Jack
The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone.
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4. Optical Drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key Hole
If your computer comes with the Combo drive, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, or DVD-Dual drive, you may save data onto a CD-R / CDRW or DVD RW disc. Press the eject button to eject the disk tray. The manual eject keyhole allows you to manually ejec t a
jammed disk.
5. USB2.0 Port (x2)
The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a
rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-play standards.
6. DVI-I Port
The DVI-I video output port is for connecting the external LCD monitor or projector.
7. TV (S-Video) Port
The S-Video port permits you to redirect the screen output to a television set or any analog video playback device. This TV
Port is copyright protected; when DVD movie is played, the output is scrambled to prevent analog recording.
8. Ethernet / LAN Port
The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100/1000Base-TX transmission protocol.
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9. 4-in-1 Card Reader
The 4-in-1 Card Reader supports SD Card, MS Card, MMC Card, and MS-Pro Card.
10. Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a Port
This is a high-speed serial data port. You may connect any Fire-wire-ready device to this port.
11. USB2.0 Port (x1)
The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a
rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-play standards.
12. ExpressCard Slot
The slot is where Express Card (Type 54) is inserted. ExpressCard Type 54 allows insertion of either 54mm or 34mm cards.
ExpressCard integrates both the PCI-Express bus technology and USB2.0 interface.
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Bottom View
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1. Battery Pack and Battery Latch
The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook. Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack.
2. Hard Disk Drive Cover
The system’s hard disk drive is located under the cover. The HDD can be upgraded to a larger capacity. (See Chapter 4 for
instructions on a HDD upgrade.)
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3. System Device Cover
The system’s processor with cooler assembly, Wireless LAN module, and DDR memory module are located under the case
cover. You may install the WLAN module and the system memor y can be upgraded to a larger capacity. (See Chapter 4 for
instructions on a memory upgrade.)
4. Ventilation Grill
The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely.
Warning: Do not block the Fan Grill outlet. Place the machine on hard surface only. The bottom
case may get very hot.
AC Adapter
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1. DC-out Connector
The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the computer.
2. Adapter
The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer.
3. AC Plug
The AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet.
Warning: Make sure that you are using a standard 3-prong AC wall socket with a ground pin. If
not, you may feel a slight tingling sensation when you touch any of the computer’s metal parts
such as the I/O ports. This is caused by leakage current when the AC adapter is not properly
grounded (via the ground pin). However, the amount of leakage current is within the safety
regulation and is not harmful to human body.
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LED Status Indicator
The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook. When a certain function is enabled, an LED will
light up. The following section describes its indication.
System & Power Status Indicators
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LED Graphic Symbol Indication
Green light indicates the notebook is ON.
Green light indicates the WLAN module is active.
Blinking green light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode.
Green light indicates the Silent Mode is enabled.
Blinking orange light indicates the battery is being charged.
Blinking red light indicates the battery power is low when the system is
turned ON.
Persistent green light indicates the battery is Full.
LED-off (Dark) indicates the system is without battery.
Green light indicates the hard drive and/or optical drive is being
accessed.
Green light indicates the numeric keypad is activated.
Green light indicates the cap-lock is activated.
Green light indicates the scroll-lock is activated.
Keyboard Features
Function Keys (Quick Keys)
Graphic Symbol Action System Control
Fn + F1 Enters Suspend Mode.
Fn + F3 Audio Mute on or off.
Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only and LCD&CRT.
Fn + F5 Turns Speaker Volume up.
Fn + F6 Turns Speaker Volume down.
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Fn + F7 Increases Display Brightness.
Fn + F8 Decreases Display Brightness.
Fn+Num Lk Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode. The keys act
like numeric keypads in a calculator. Use this mode when you need to do
a lot of numeric data entry. An alternative would be to connect an
external numeric keypad.
Fn + Scr Lk Press the Scroll Lock key and then press ‘!or “!to move one line up or
down.
For various system controls, press the Fn (Function) key and the Fx key simultaneously.
Windows Keys
Your keyboard also has two Windows keys:
1. Start Key
This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar.
2. Application Menu Key
This key brings up the popup menu for the application, similar to a click of the right
mouse button.
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Embedded Numeric Keypad
Press Fn+NumLk to enable the embedded numeric keypad. The numbers are printed in upper right corner of a key, in a
color different from the alphabets. This key pad is complete with arithmetic operators (+, -, * , /).
Press Fn+NumLk to revert to normal character keys.
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Touch Pad
The built-in touch pad, which is a PS/2-compatible pointing device, senses movement on its surface. As you move your
fingertip on the surface of the pad, the cursor responds accordingly.
The following items teach you how to use the touch pad:
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1. Move your finger across the touch pad to move the cursor.
2. Press buttons to select or execute functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
Tapping on the touch pad twice is similar to clicking the left button of a mouse.
Function Left Button Right Button Equivalent Tapping Action
Execution Click twice quickly Tap twice (at the same
speed as double-clicking
the mouse button)
Selection Click once Tap once
Drag Click and hold to drag the cursor Tap twice quickly and on
the second tap hold finger
to the touch pad to drag
the cursor
Access Context Menu Click once
Move One Page Up or Down
Tips on Using the Touch Pad:
1. The double-click speed is timed. If you double-click too slowly, your notebook responds as if you single-clicked twice.
2. Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touch pad. Also keep the surface of touch pad clean and dry to prolong
its life.
3. The touch pad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the lighter the touch, the better the response. Heavy touch does
not produce better response.
Graphic Subsystem
Your computer uses a high performance 15.4-inch (non-wide) active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multimillion colors for comfortable viewing. The ATI Mobility M54-P video graphics accelerator, which is Microsoft DirectX 9
compatible, performs graphic rendering at a lighting-fast speed.
Adjusting the Display Brightness
The notebook uses special key combinations, called hot keys, to control brightness.
Press Fn+F7 to increase the brightness.
Press Fn+F8 to decrease the brightness.
Note: To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest comfortable
setting, so that the internal backlight uses less power.
Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device
Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the display.
1. Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting (Fn+F8).
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2. When working at your desk, connect your notebook to an external monitor and disable the internal display Fn+ F4.
3. Do not disable the suspend time-outs.
4. If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached, change to suspend mode when not in use.
Opening and Closing the Display Panel
To open the display, push the LCD latch inwardly and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position.
To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the LCD latches click into place.
Warning: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when closing. Do not place any object on
top of the computer when the display is closed.
Audio Subsystem
Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible.
Adjusting the Volume Manually
To increase the volume, press Fn+ F5.
To decrease the volume, press Fn+F6.
Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows
1. Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows.
2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume.
3. To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting, click Mute.
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Voice Recording
A built-in microphone allows you to record sound. You will need to use audio processing software to enable the builtin microphone. For example, you may use Microsoft Sound Recorder.
Modem
Your computer comes with a 56K V.92 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the left side of
your computer.
Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet.
Connecting the Modem
1. Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the rear side of the computer. (For EMI compliance,
you need to clip the included EMI CORE to the phone line.)
2. Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet.
Depending on where your computer is used, you may need to change settings in the modem. Correct setting will allow
you to maintain a stable connection in a country where its telecommunication system may be different to others.
To change the modem setting, do the following:
1. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click on Modem Settings icon. You will see a similar dialog box.
2. Click on the pull-down menu and select the country where it is applicable. Click on OK to exit.
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Ethernet
Your computer is equipped with a 10/100/1000Base-TX Fast Ethernet network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to
the RJ-45 LAN port located on the left side of the computer. This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area
network.
Connecting to the Network
Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Ethernet cable only.
1. Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle.
2. Either connect the other end of the cable to an RJ-45 jack wall outlet or to an RJ-45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub
in the network.
Cabling Restriction for Networks
The following restrictions should be observed for 10/100/1000BASE-TX networks:
The maximum cable run length is 100 meters (m) (328 feet [ft]).
For 100Mbps or 1000Mbps operations, use Category 5 wiring and connections.
Note: Consult Windows manual and / or Novell Netware user’s guide for the software installation,
configuration, operation of the network.
BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE
In this chapter, you will learn how to enter the BIOS Setup Menu and manipulate various hardware control settings. You
will also learn how to use the built-in security features.
The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs
and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is a menu-driven software, which allows you to easily configure and
change the settings.
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The BIOS contains manufacture’s default settings for the computer’s standard operations. However, there are occasions
when you may be required to modify the default settings in the BIOS. For example, you may need to configure the BIOS
power management (APM) settings if you are using DOS, or non-Windows operating system.
The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users. This is an important feature because a great deal of vital
information is carried within the computer nowadays. Unauthorized access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you
will learn how to use this security feature.
Entering the BIOS Setup Screen
First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST (Power-On Self Test), press F2 key quickly to activate the Phoenix
BIOS Setup Utility.
Note: You may need to press F2 key fairly quickly. Once the system begins to load Windows, you
may have to retry by cycle-power on again
Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen
When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.
BIOS Action Keys
Function Key Command Description
ESC Exit Leaves a sub-menu to return to the previous menu OR exits the BIOS
setup while saving changes.
Enter Go to Sub Screen Shows the Sub Menu
F1 General Help Shows the Help Screen
F10 Save and Exit Saves changes and reboots the computer.
<Tab> Select a field Selects the next field.
/\ Select an item Selects the next upper item.
\/ Select an item Selects the next lower item.
- Lower value Selects the next value within a field.
+ Higher value Selects the next value within a field.
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Modifying the BIOS Settings
The Phoenix BIOS setup main menu is subdivided into sub-menus. Each menu item is described in this section.
Main Setup
Under this menu, you may change time/date and view basic processor and system memory information.
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
Date N/A Type in the current date, in MM/DD/YY format.
Time N/A Type in the current time, in HH:MM:SS format.
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Boot Setup
Boot Settings Configuration
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
Quick Boot Disabled / Enabled Certain tests are skipped during boot-up, therefore the system boots up faster.
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Quiet Boot Disabled / Enabled When Enabled, the system will display OEM logo instead of the POST messages.
When Disabled, the system will display POST messages (i.e. devices information.)
Boot Device Priority
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
1st Boot Device Removable Dev. CD/DVD Set the type of device for the 1st drive BIOS attempts to boot from.
Hard Drive If Realtek Boot Agent is selected, system will attempt to load boot sector
Network: Realtek Boot from the Ethernet port.
Agent Disabled
2nd Boot Device Set the type of device for the 2nd drive BIOS attempts to boot from.
3rd Boot Device Set the type of device for the 3rd drive BIOS attempts to boot from.
4th Boot Device Set the type of device for the 4th drive BIOS attempts to boot from.
Note: If you select Realtek Boot Agent, the system will attempt to boot from the network.
Note: When the BIOS performs POST, you may also press F12 Key to enable the Boot Device
selection menu. You may choose CD/DVD, Hard Drive, or Realtek Boot Agent as the first storage
device to boot from. If you have already connected a USB Floppy Disk Drive before powering up, it
will appear as a Removable Device in the Boot Device selection menu.
Security Setup
Boot Settings Configuration
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
Change Supervisor Password N/A Install or Change the Password
Change User Password N/A Install or Change the Password
Using Password Protection
Two Levels of Password Protection are available. The BIOS provides both a Supervisor and a User password. If you try to
activate both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first.
The passwords activate two different levels of protection:
1. System always asks for password every time it is powered on.
2. System asks for password only when you attempt to enter BIOS utility.
The passwords are encrypted and stored in NVRAM. Make sure you write them down or memorize them. If you lost the
passwords, the computer may need to be sent back to the factory or to an authorized service dealer to reset the passwords.
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Power Setup
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
Long Battery Life Mode Enable / Disable When Enabled, maximum battery life can be achieved. The
processor performance is lowered.
Power Button Mode On/Off / Suspend [On/Off]: When the power button is pressed, the system is turned
off. [Suspend]: When the power button is pressed, the system
enters the suspend mode.
Note: The Suspend Mode selection in BIOS only applies to older Windows version (such as
Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 or NT4) or non-Windows operating system. In Windows ME / 98SE /
2000 / XP, suspend mode and settings are determined by settings in the Power Options Properties
(Start > Control Panel > Power Options).
Exit Setup
Item Selections / Sub-menu Description
Saves Changes and Exit N/A After you have completed the BIOS settings, select this item to
save all settings, exit BIOS Setup utility, and reboot. New system
settings will take effect on next power-up. F10 key can be used
for this operation.
Discard Changes N/A Discards changes done so far to any of the setup questions.
Load Optimal Defaults N/A Load Optimal Default value for all the setup questions. F9 key can
be used for this operation.
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BATTERY POWER & POWER MANAGEMENT
In this chapter, you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use it to achieve longer battery life.
In this chapter, you will learn how to operate your notebook on battery power, how to handle and maintain the battery
pack, and learn about the system’s power saving features.
TFT display, central processor, hard disk drive are the major hardware subsystems that consume the most power. Power
management deals how these key components should behave to conserve power. For example, you can have the system
turn off its display after 2 minutes of inactivity to save power. Efficient power management can help you work longer
sessions before having to recharge the battery.
The Battery Pack
Lithium-Ion Battery
Your notebook uses a six-cell Lithium-Ion battery pack that provides power when you don’t have access to an AC outlet.
Note: It is necessary that you charge the battery pack for at least 6 hours before using it for the
first time.
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Note: In the Standby Suspend mode, a fully charged battery loses its power in roughly 1/2 day or
less. When not being used, the battery’s power will deplete in 1-2 month.
Battery Low-Power Warning
1. Low Battery Warning
Low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 6%. The red battery status LED indicator blinks and the
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system beeps once every 16 seconds or so.
2. Very Low Battery Warning
Very Low battery condition occurs at 3 % power remaining. The red battery status LED indicator blinks and the system
beeps at 4-second interval.
When the notebook warns you of its low battery condition, you will have about 3-5 minutes to save your current work.
Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 degree Celsius (32 degree F) or
above 60 degree C (140F). This may adversely affect the battery pack.
Note: Press Fn+F3 to turn off the battery warning beep.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
To Remove the Battery Pack:
1. Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface.
2. Push the latch and pull the battery’s hard case away from the notebook.
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To Install the Battery Pack:
1. Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface.
2. Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery compartment of the notebook.
Charging the Battery and Charging Time
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To charge the battery, while the battery pack is in the notebook, plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical
outlet.
The charging time is approximately 4-6 hours when the notebook is turned off and approximately 6-10 hours when the
notebook is turned on.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator becomes green.
Note: If system runs at heavy loading or in a high temperature environment, the battery may not
be fully charged. You need to continue to charge it with the AC adapter plugged in until the
charging LED turns green.
Checking the Battery Level
You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows battery status indicator, which is located at the lower righthand corner of the task bar. (If you do not see a battery or AC-in icon on the task tray, go to Power Options Properties box
and click on the Advanced tab. Check off “Always show icon on the task bar”.)
Alternatively, you can access the power meter by clicking the Power Options icon in the Windows Control Panel.
Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles
There are ways you can do to prolong the use of battery.
Use the AC adapter wherever AC wall outlet is available. This will ensure uninterrupted computing.
Purchase additional battery pack.
Store the battery pack in room temperature. Higher temperature tends to deplete the battery’s power faster.
Make good use of the power management function. Save To Disk (Hibernate) saves the most energy by storing current
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system contents in a hard disk space reserved for this function.
The life expectancy of the battery is approximately 300 recharges.
See the notices section in the beginning of the user manual on how to care for the battery pack.
Note: Read Section Protecting Your Notebook in the beginning of this manual for tips about how
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to maintain the battery pack.
Note: To achieve optimal battery performance, you may need to do a battery calibration at a 3month interval. To do this:
1. Fully charge the battery.
2. Then discharge the battery by entering the BIOS setup screen. (Press F2 key as soon as you
turn on the computer. And let it remain at the setup screen until the battery runs out.
3. Fully charge the battery again.
Using Windows Power Options
Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features. In the Windows Power Options Properties [Start >
Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] dialogue box, you may enter time-out values for display and hard disk drive.
Windows power manager saves power by turning off hard drive after 1 minute of inactivity, for example.
Windows’ Power Schemes
The power management control panel in Windows XP, known as Power Schemes, is designed to provide the user with an
easy-to-use interface. The Power Schemes tab can be found in the Power Options Properties panel that is accessible via
the control panel window.
Schemes are easy to understand, based on notebook usage scenarios, and control not only processor power usage but
other system peripherals as well.
Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click the Power Options icon.
Always on mode puts the processor into maximum performance mode, which provides no power saving. The other
schemes control processor performance based on demand. For example, Max Battery mode lowers the processor’s speed
and voltage to conserve power as much as possible.
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In this dialog box, you can manually set the LCD and hard drive’s time-out values in the Plugged in column and in the
Running on batteries column. Lower time-out values will save more battery power.
Note: Also consult Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power
management functions.
Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different
Suspend Mode
Standby Suspend
The system automatically enters this mode after a period of inactivity, which is set in the Power Schemes dialog box. In
Standby mode, hardware devices, such as display panel and hard disk, are turned off to conserve energy.
Hibernate Suspend
In this mode, all system data are saved in the hard disk before powering down. When this mode is activated, all system state
and contents are saved to the hard disk drive after a period of inactivity defined by the user. No power or very little power
is drawn from the battery module under this mode.
However, depending on how much RAM that have been installed on your computer, the amount of time the system
requires to restore all its previous contents can range from 5 to 20 seconds.
For Windows 2000 / XP users, hibernation is handled by the operating system; therefore, no special disk partition or disk
file is necessary.
If you wish to activate Hibernate mode, you need enable Hibernate Support in the Hibernate tab of the Power Options
menu.
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Note: Do not install or remove the memory module when the system is in the suspend mode.
Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.
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Power Button Action
The notebook PC’s power button can be set to turn off the system or activate the suspend mode.
Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] and click on the Advanced tab. In the pull-down menu, select
how you wish the power button to work a
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Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different
Warning: In the When I close the lid of my portable computer pull-down menu, DO NOT select Do
nothing – otherwise the system will still run at high speed while the processor’s fan grill is fully
blocked by the closed LCD panel. The heat will damage the LCD panel.
Low Battery Warning
You can define when and how the system warns you of its battery-low condition.
Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box. If you wish to hear audible beeps, click on the Alarm Action
button and put a check on Sound Alarm.
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Note: Consult Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power
management functions.
Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.
Power Manu Quick Access
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Instead of making specific selections in the Power Options Properties box, you can quickly and easily specify which preset power saving function you desire by clicking on the Battery icon at the lower right-hand corner of the task bar. (If you
do not see a battery or AC-in icon, go to Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab. Check off “Always
show icon on the task bar”.) S elect Max Battery if you want the system to enter suspend mode more often. Or, select Always
On if your notebook PC is plugged into an AC power source.
Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different
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UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER
In this chapter, you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM, hard disk drive, and to install the optional wireless LAN mini PCI.
Warning: We strongly recommend that you return the notebook to the dealer or the shop for
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the hardware upgrade.
Before you perform the hardware upgrade, please turn off the system, unplug the AC adapter,
remove the battery pack and also disconnect the LAN and Modem cables first for your safety.
When the hardware upgrade is completed, please be sure to fasten all the screws before turning
on the notebook.
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer. The
computer uses a 9.5 mm (height), 2.5-inch Serial ATA type hard disk.
Be sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting this operation.
Warning: Hard drive upgrade is a delicate process. Please observe the following instructions
carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you. Damages due to mishandling of this
procedure are NOT covered by the manufacture’s warranty.
Warning: Apply care when handling the hard disk.
Do not drop or apply any shock.
Do not press on the cover.
Do not touch the connector with your fingertips.
Mishandling of the hard drive can result in permanent loss of data. Make a backup copy of the
drive’s content before you remove it.
Note: Certain models that come with the IBM-brand hard drive emit a clattering sound when it is
being rattled. This is a normal condition.
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:
1. Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Remove the battery.
2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity.
3. Locate and remove 2 Screw As.
4. Remove HDD Cover.
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5. Locate and remove 1 Screw B.
6. Push the HDD module to the right and separate it from the connector. Lift the module away from the bay.
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7. Locate and remove 4 Screw Cs from the HDD module. Remove the metal case.
8. Re-attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and tighten 4 Screw Cs. Note the green PC board of the hard disk drive
is facing against the metal case.
9. Re-attach the HDD module to the HDD connector. And re-attach 1 Screw B.
10. Put the HDD cover back and re-attach 2 Screw As.
Congratulations! You have now completed the hard drive upgrade. When you boot up the PC, you may need to create a
primary HDD partition and reformat the new drive and re-install O/S, drivers, and all the necessary applications.
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Upgrading the System Memory
Many applications will generally run faster when the computer’s dynamic memory capacity is increased. The computer
provides two DDR2 memory sockets, located underneath the System Device Cover. You can increase the amount of memory
by replacing the existing one with a dual inline memory module (commonly known as SO-DIMM) of a higher capacity. The
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SO-DIMM can be 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, or 1024MB in capacity. The SO-DIMM is of type DDR2 SDRAM, has 200 pins and
runs on 2.5V. The SO-DIMM should be PC2 3200 or PC2 4200 compliant.
Warning: Memory upgrade is a delicate process. Please observe the following instructions carefully
or have a qualified technician install it for you. Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are
NOT covered by the manufacture’s warranty.
Warning: Changing memory while your computer is in suspend or power-saving mode may cause
permanent damage to the hardware. Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord
before proceeding with a memory upgrade.
Warning: You should only use the DIMM module that is approved by the reseller or the
manufacturer; otherwise the system may become unstable.
Installing a memory module (DIMM) into the system
To install the DIMM under the System Device Cover, do the following:
1. Power OFF the notebook. Unplug the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Remove the battery.
2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. Place the notebook on a flat
surface and fully close the LCD lid.
3. Locate and remove 9 Screw Ds on the System Device Cover.
4. Remove the System Device Cover. The DIMM socket is now seen as shown below.
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5. If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket, press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at
the same time. The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30 degree (see diagram below). Pull the DIMM module out of the
memory socket. Store away the DIMM for the future use.
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6. Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket. The DIMM will only fit in one orientation. Insert the DIMM at an
angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memory socket. Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven
into the receiving socket.
7. Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place.
Note: Notice the notch on the DIMM. The notches should fit nicely with the socket.
8. Put the System Device Cover back and tighten 9 Screw Ds.
Congratulations! You have just completed the memory upgrade. When you boot up the computer, you should expect to
see an increase in DRAM capacity.
Note: Your computer has been tested with a wide range of DIMM on the market. However, not all
memory modules are compatible. Check with your system vendor for a list of compatible DIMM
for your computer.
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