Prestigio Nobile 150 User Manual

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Prestigio Nobile150

User’s Manual

TRADEMARKS
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NOTE
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Copyright March, 2005
All rights reserved.

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Getting Started

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

- Driver CD
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 on the rear of the computer (1).

3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet (2).

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.

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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 pressing the cover latch (1) and lifting up the cover (2). You can tilt the
cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity.

Turning On and Off the Computer

Turning On

1. Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power.

2. Press the power button.

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.

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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

1 DVD/ DVD-RW/ Combo Drive Accepts CD/DVD for installing or loading software, accessing data, and playing

music/video.

Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description

1 VGA Port Connects an external monitor.

2 Ventilation Openings Do not cover or block the ventilation openings for air circulation thus preventing

overheating.

3 USB Ports Each of the four ports connects a USB device, such as a floppy disk drive, printer,

digital camera, joystick, and more.

4 RJ-11 Connector Connects the telephone line.

5 RJ-45 Connector Connects the LAN cable.

6 PC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions.

Rear Components

Ref Component Description

1 Kensington Lock Locks the computer to a stationery object for security.

2 Power Connector Connects the AC adapter.

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Ref Component Description

3 S-video Connector Connects an external video device, such as a TV, supporting S-video input.

An S-video to AV cable comes with the computer for connecting an AV device.

Front Components

Ref Component Description

1 Microphone Connector Connects an external microphone.

2 Audio Output Connector Connects a set of headphones, external speakers with amplifier, or an audio

recording device.

3 Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover.

Bottom Components

Ref Component Description

1 Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected.

2 Mini PCI Slot Inside is the Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card. Depending on your

model, an internal Mini PCI wireless LAN card may have been pre-installed.

3 CPU Compartment Inside is the CPU compartment of your computer.

4 Memory Expansion Slot Inside is the memory slot of your computer.

5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment Inside is the hard disk drive of your computer.

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Top-open Components

Ref Component Description

1 LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer.

2 Wireless LAN Indicator Glows green when the computer is ready for WLAN connection.

(This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed.)
Glows green when the computer is on.

3 Power Indicator Blinks green when the computer is in Standby mode.

Glows green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power.
Glows amber when the battery is being charged.

4 Battery Charge Indicator Blinks red when the battery is almost completely discharged.

5 Stereo Speaker Set Sends out sound and voice from the computer.

6 Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the computer.

7 Device Indicators Show the current status of the computer’s devices.

DVD/DVD-RW/Combo drive in-use indicator
Hard disk drive in-use indicator
Num Lock indicator
Caps Lock indicator
Scroll Lock indicator

8 Microphone Receives sound and voice for the computer.

9 Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer.

10 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF.

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Operating Your Computer

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 floppy disk.
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.
The most widely used operating system today is Microsoft Windows.

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... Do this... To start up or resume again

Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your Press the power button.

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.

Standby Depending on your settings in Windows, Press any key.

you can place the computer in Standby
mode by:

• Closing the display cover

• Pressing Fn+F12

• Pressing the power button

Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows, Press the power button.

you can place the computer in
Hibernation mode by:

• Closing the display cover

• Pressing Fn+F12

• Pressing the power button

If you choose to stop in Standby or Hibernation mode, you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the
computer.

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer keyboard plus a Fn key added for specific functions.
The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories:

- Typewriter keys

- Cursor-control keys

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- Numeric keys

- Function keys

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.

Key Description

The Control key is normally used in combination with other keys for program-specific
functions.

The Alternate key is normally used in combination with other keys for program-specific
functions.

The Escape key is usually used for stopping a process. Examples are exiting a program and
canceling a command. The function depends on the program you are using.

The Shift key is used with alphabet letter keys to produce uppercase letters when typing.
It is also used in combination with other keys for program-specific functions.

The Backspace key moves the cursor left one space and deletes the character in that
space.

Pressing Fn and this key toggles the Num Lock on and off. When on ( light on), the

Num Lock activates the numeric keys.

Pressing Fn and this key toggles Scroll Lock on and off. When on ( light on), the

screen moves one line up or down when you press ^ or v arrow key. Scroll Lock does not
work for all programs.

Pressing this key toggles the Caps Lock on and off. When on ( light on), the Caps Lock

keeps the letter keys in uppercase.

The Pause key temporarily stops screen scrolling. Scroll Lock does not work for all programs.

The Print Screen key prints the displayed screen. Print screen does not work for all
programs.

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Cursor-Control Keys

NOTE: The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on
your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line, a
block, or one of many other shapes.

Cursor-control keys are generally used for editing purposes. They are:

Key Description

Moves the cursor left one space.

Moves the cursor right one space.

Moves the cursor up one line.

Moves the cursor down one line.

Moves the page up.

Moves the page down.

Moves the cursor to the beginning of the line or document.

Moves the cursor to the end of the line or document.

Switches typing between insert and overtype modes. Insert mode means any
character typed will be inserted to the current cursor position; overtype mode
means any character typed will overwrite the text in the current cursor position.

Deletes the character to the right of the cursor and moves the following text left
one space.

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Numeric Keypad

A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next:

Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated, which
means you can use these keys to enter numerals.

NOTES:

- When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type the English letter in the keypad
area, you can either turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning
Num Lock off.

- Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer. If so, use the
numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead.

Euro Symbol

If your Windows supports the Euro dollar sign , you can press the sign on the US and UK keyboards.

- To press the Euro sign on a United States-International keyboard, hold down either of the Alt keys and press 5 (which has
an Euro sign on it).

- To press the Euro sign on a United States 101 keyboard, hold down either of the Alt keys and type 0128 on the numeric
keypad of your keyboard.

- To press the Euro sign on an UK keyboard, hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 (which has an Euro sign on it).

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions: Windows Logo key and Application key.
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.

Function Keys

On the top row of the keys are the function keys: F1 to F12. Function keys are multi-purpose keys that perform functions
defined by individual programs.
Hot key functions are assigned to F1, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F10, F11, and F12 by your computer. (See “Hot Keys” later in this chapter
for information.)

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.

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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

Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off. Upon booting the computer, default
setting is off.
NOTES:

1. This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed.

2. The FAA (Federal Aviation Agency) has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless
devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety. Remember to turn off
wireless LAN radio when using your computer in the airplane.

Decreases the volume.

Increases the volume.

Switches the display output to one of the following when an external device is
connected.
Upon booting the system with CRT:
LCD > CRT > LCD & CRT
NOTES:

- If the display mode is set to 256 colors or lower, or in DOS mode, there will be only
two modes for selecting: CRT only and LCD & CRT.

- This function only applies to Plug & Play CRT monitors.

Decreases the LCD brightness.

Increases the LCD brightness.

Switches Battery Low beep on and off.

Switches LCD on and off.

Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows’ Power
Management.

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.