WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to these equipments not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate these equipments.
Note: These equipments have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. These equipments generate, use and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If these equipments do cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipments off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
A shielded I/F cable is required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class
B computing equipment.
* As an ENERGY STAR
the ENERGY STAR
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-MC Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
This device complies with the FCC RF exposure requirements.
®
Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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About the Modem
This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this
information must be provided to the telephone company.
The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC
rules.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the
RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may
be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone
company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.
If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be
required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the
customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC if you believe it necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the
necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp.
for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the
trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may
request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.
The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.)
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The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person
to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any
message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of
each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is
sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending
the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business,
other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900
number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance
transmission charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the
communication software.
Warning
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount
of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org
Copyright
It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the
copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from
copyright owners whenever necessary.
Product Information and Customer Assistance
For Product Information and Customer Assistance:
Call: 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277)
Sharp Systems of America5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Home Page: http://www.sharpsystems.com
E-mail address: ssa-support@sharpsystems.com
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CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE
BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING.
CAUTION:
FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAINS
PLUG AND THE BATTERY.
VORSICHT:
UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN
NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN.
ATTENTION:
POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE
COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.
VARNING:
FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH TA
UR BATTERIET.
PRECAUCION:
PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA
CLAVIJA DE LA RED Y LA BATERIA.
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Safety Precautions
General
• Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on the computer.
• Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified
personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the
following conditions:
• when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
• when liquid has been spilled on the computer
• when the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
Location
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight.
• Try to avoid dusty environments.
• Keep the computer away from any magnetic devices and TVs.
• Keep the computer away from excessive humidity or fluids such as rain, snow,
water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.
• Do not move the computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm
place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (18°F) will cause condensation
inside the unit, which may cause damage.
• Do not block or cover slots or openings on the cabinet. These protect the computer
from overheating.
• Do not place the computer on unstable or uneven work surfaces.
• Do not use the computer on your lap or any part of your body for an extended
period during operation or charging to avoid injury from heat exposure.
Usage
• Never push any objects of any kind into cabinet openings. They may touch
dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical shock.
• Turn off the computer before installing or removing peripheral devices (except
when connecting USB devices and PC cards, etc.).
• Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Replace
the power cord immediately if damage is found.
• Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.
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• Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment.
• Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.
• Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning.
Battery Precautions
CAUTION
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED
BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO
THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
Handling
• Never put the battery pack in a fire, as it could explode and cause injury.
• Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.
• Do not place the battery where it might get hotter than 60°C (140°F).
• Do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to short across the battery terminals, as
it could heat up and explode.
• Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack.
• Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.
• Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.
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Charging
• Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter included with your computer.
Discharging
• Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering your computer.
Storage
• Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to
exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage.
• Recharge the stored battery pack after storage, before use.
Wireless LAN Precautions
• Disable the integrated antenna and do not communicate with wireless LAN in
specific environment where radio-susceptible equipment is nearby such as on
airplanes, in hospitals, etc.
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About This Manual
Notice
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries.
SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting
from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
SHARP strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all important
data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under certain
circumstances. Therefore, SHARP assumes no responsibility for data lost or otherwise
rendered unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement,
use after the specified battery life has expired, or any other causes.
SHARP assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from
third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen
credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.
AMD, the AMD logo, AMD Athlon, and AMD PowerNow! are trademarks of Advanced
Micro Devices, Inc.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and other countries. Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and other countries.
WinDVD is a registered trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Power Quest is a registered trademark and EasyRestore is a trademark of PowerQuest
Corporation.
BAPCo is a registered trademark of the Business Applications Performance Corporation.
MobileMark is a trademark of the Business Applications Performance Corporation.
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All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
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Recording Important Information
For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided
below.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of purchase:
Dealer’s Name:
Place of purchase:
Password:
The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the computer.
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Manual Conventions
This manual uses a set of style conventions described below.
Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:
A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may
help you perform a task or better understand a process.
A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or
damage to hardware, software or data.
Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in
boldface:
Press Enter to continue.
When two or more keys are pressed simultaneously, the key labels are separated by a
plus (+) sign:
Run Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete.
Sample Entries are shown in lower cases of different typeface.
c:\windows\system
Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible parameters, are italicized:
Double-click this icon to display the Power Options Properties dialog box.
Set the item to Enabled.
Screens reproduced in this manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on
your computer.
Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:
Refer to Installing Battery Pack section of Chapter 1.
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Table of Contents
Notice for Users in the U.S.A. ................................................................................... i
Safety Precautions..................................................................................................... v
About This Manual ................................................................................................viii
Recording Important Information ............................................................................. x
Maintenance and Care ...........................................................................................A-4
Troubleshooting
Index
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Overview of Computer
Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual
appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model.
Front
LCD Screen →2-14
Battery Indicator
→2-1, 3-3
Power Indicator
→1-3, 2-1
Power Button
→1-3
Wireless LAN Antennas
Speaker
Antenna
Indicator
→5-9
Status Indicators
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Keyboard
→2-6
A
N
Never turn off the computer when the hard disk indicator or the optical
drive indicator is on. This may damage the data on the hard disk.
Scroll Lock
Caps Lock
Num Lock
Hard Disk
Optical Drive
Glide Pad →2-4
Front
/
DirectHD Connector
→7-3
Headphone
Right
Left
DirectHD READY Lamp→7-3
Microphone Jack →4-9
Audio Output Jack →4-8,9
AC Adapter Jack→1-2
Optical Drive→2-7
Modem Jack → 5-2
USB Ports
→4-3,10,14
LAN Jack → 5-5
Display Connector
→4-6
Ventilation
Openings→ v
PC Card Slot→4-12
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Rear
Bottom
Security Hole →A-8
Battery Pack→3-1
USB Ports
→4-3,10,14
Cooling Fan
→ v
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CHAPTER 1
Quick Setup
Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter
describes the steps to set up your computer and operate it as quickly as possible. Read
this chapter first.
Installing Battery Pack
Your computer is powered with either the battery pack or AC power source. See the
next chapter for more information on the power sources. Before using your computer
for the first time:
1. Place your computer upside down.
2. Insert the battery pack into your computer by matching the notched parts of the
battery to the projected parts on your computer and push the battery pack until
you hear the clicking sound.
Notched Part
Projected Part
Projected Part
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3. Turn your computer over and go to the next section.
Notched Part
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Connecting to AC Power Source
1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter jack on the right side of your
computer.
2. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
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AC Power Cord
AC Adapter
To Wall
Outlet
AC Adapter Jack
• Always use the AC adapter and the AC power cord included with your
computer. Using others may damage your computer.
• Always hold the AC power cord by the plug when removing it from the
wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.
• When using your computer for the first time, be sure to operate it on
AC power. If on battery power instead, you may not be able to
complete the Windows setup if the battery does not have enough power.
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4. Slide the display cover lock lever to the right until the display cover releases, and
raise the cover.
5. Press the power button to turn on your computer.
Display Cover Lock Lever
Power Button
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When you turn on your computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green, your
computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows setup
process starts. See the next page.
Power Indicator
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Setting Up Windows
The steps in the setup process are as follows:
• Configuring your location, language and keyboard type
• Configuring your time zone
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• Accepting license agreement
• Naming your computer
• Creating an account
• Completing configuration
To setup Windows, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows
manual. It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete the entire setup process.
• Do not turn off your computer until completing Windows setup. If you
turn it off, you cannot set up Windows later.
• Be sure to connect your computer to AC power source. An
undercharged battery may not be able to complete the Windows XP
setup.
• Do not connect any peripheral devices to your computer until
Windows setup completes. Otherwise your computer may malfunction.
• If the display turns off, some power management may function. In this
case, press any key to resume your computer from the power
management.
• If you cannot operate the keyboard or the touch pad, press the power
button for more than four seconds to turn off your computer. Be sure
that the power indicator turns off; then, after more than 10 seconds,
press the power button to turn it on again.
After completing Windows setup:
• Confirm Time Zone is correctly selected and set the date and time by double-
clicking the time appearing on the right of the taskbar to open Date and Time Properties dialog box.
• Press Fn+F1 (
communication.
) keys to activate the integrated antennas for Wireless LAN
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Properties Dialog Box in Windows
In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A
dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with which
you can send commands to Windows or other application programs. To open the
properties dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel. The Control Panel has two types
of views: Category view and Classic view. The Category view allows you to choose
the category that may be related to what you want to do, then, choose the task by
clicking it. The Classic view gives you the icons representing their components or
features. Double-click one of the icons to open their dialog box or windows. Some of
the dialog boxes you will use often are:
• Display
• Phone and Modem Options
• Mouse
• Power Options
• System
Clicking Switch to XXX View string appearing at the upper left of the
Control Panel window allows you to toggle between the two views.
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Turning Off Your Computer
When you’ve finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following
ways:
• From the start menu
1. Click start – Turn Off Computer.
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2. In the Turn off computer dialog box, click Turn Off.
• With the power button
Before using this step, confirm that Shut down is selected in When I press the
power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties dialog
box.
Close the cover to keep the screen and keyboard clean and protected.
If you have not saved a file, a dialog box will appear asking whether you
want to save it.
• Do not turn off or reset your computer while the hard disk indicator or
the optical drive indicator or the indicator on the optional external
floppy disk drive unit is lit. Doing so may damage or even wipe out the
data.
• Before turning it back on, wait at least ten seconds after turning off
your computer. Turning the power off and on in rapid succession can
damage your computer’s electrical circuitry.
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CHAPTER 2
Basic Operations
This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer.
Choosing Power Source
You can use your computer with one of the following power sources:
• AC power from a wall outlet
Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not
available.
• Rechargeable battery
Your computer is equipped with a standard battery pack. See Chapter 3 for the
battery information.
About Power Indicators
The following indicators show the power status of your computer.
Indicator Light Meaning
Power
Battery
The battery indicator is always off when your computer is turned off and not
connected to AC power source.
On (green) Operating
Blinking (green) In System Standby
Off Powered off or in System Hibernate
Connected to AC
Power Source
Powered by
Battery
On (green) Fully charged
On (orange) Being charged
Blinking
(orange)
Off Has power
Blinking (red) Almost completely discharged
In abnormal state (Remove the
battery pack and install it again.)
(The warning beep sounds.)
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Using AC Adapter
When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and
charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you
can use your computer with the appropriate plug adapter.
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• When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off
until the battery becomes cool.
• For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 3.
The AC power cord included with your computer is appropriate for the
voltage used in the area in which you purchased your computer. If you
attempt to connect your computer to a wall outlet other than in this area,
check the voltage of the outlet and use an AC power cord appropriate for
the outlet. Consult local service staff if you are not sure.
2-2
Resetting System
You may need to restart the system if your computer hangs up or a new hardware or
software is installed. When a message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc.
to restart Windows.
You can also restart Windows by clicking start - Turn Off Computer; then, Restart.
Resetting may cause data loss. Use the resetting process only if the
normal Windows Shut Down does not work because of software
malfunction. Although resetting will not damage the system, you may
lose the data you are processing.
Warm Boot (Software Reset)
If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the
system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and select Applications tab
of Windows Task Manager dialog box. Click the program name that hangs up, then,
End Task. If this does not solve the problem, select User tab click Disconnect or
Logoff of Windows Task Manager dialog box, then Yes.
Power Switch
You can turn off your computer with the power button if you encounter hardware or
software problems that lock up the system. In this case, press the power button for
more than four seconds.
Removing AC Adapter and Battery Pack
If pressing the power button fails to turn off your computer, remove the AC adapter,
then, the battery pack. Ten seconds later, reinstall the battery pack, connect the AC
adapter and then, turn on your computer.
Before removing the AC adapter and the battery pack, confirm the hard
disk indicator is not lit.
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2-3
Using Glide Pad
Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad.
Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu, and
perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse.
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• Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects
(such as a ballpoint pen).
• Do not operate the glide pad with a moist finger. This may cause the
glide pad to operate incorrectly.
Enabling Glide Pad
When a USB mouse is connected to one of the USB ports of your computer, the glide
pad is disabled, which means that your computer does not respond to any tapping on
the pad. Therefore, confliction with the mouse and/or unexpected move of the pointer
on the screen can be avoided.
To enable the glide pad, use one of the following ways.
Glide Pad
• Disconnect the connected USB mouse. (No mouse must be connected.)
• With a USB mouse connected, open Mouse Properties dialog box, click Device
Settings tab, then, Enable button. (This operation allows your computer to always
respond to the glide pad, while the connected USB mouse also works.)
When the glide pad is disabled, the Touch Pad icon ( ) on the taskbar is
crossed ( ).
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Using Glide Pad
Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works.
Place Your Fingertip
Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad, resting your wrist naturally in a
relaxed manner. Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad.
Move Your Fingertip
The rectangular pad of the glide pad is used to move the pointer around the display.
As you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer on the screen moves in the same
direction across the screen. The glide pad is very sensitive, so you do not have to exert
much pressure on the pad. The glide pad will respond to a light touch from your
fingertip.
Click, Double-click, and Right-click
To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead
of clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently anywhere on the rectangular
pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button.
If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not
function.
Drag and Drop
You can move the items by using “drag and drop” below:
1. Position the pointer over the item you wish to move.
2. Press the left button; do not release it.
3. Move the pointer while holding the left button. The item moves together with the
pointer.
4. Release the button when the item reaches its destination.
Or you can tap the pad twice and hold it instead of pressing the left button in the
step 2.
Scroll
You can scroll through information in a list or in a document by using the glide pad.
To view information vertically, place your finger on the most right part of the glide
pad and slide your finger up and down. To view horizontally, place your finger on the
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bottom part of the glide pad and slide your finger to the left or the right. This
procedure works only in limited applications.
Changing Configuration
In the Mouse Properties dialog box, you can change the configuration of the glide
pad, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc. Doubleclick
icon on the taskbar.
Using Keyboard
2
Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the
functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard.
Special Keys
Windows Key
Application Key
System Function Keys
Your keyboard contains the function keys labeled F1 through F12 for special actions.
Use them in conjunction with Fn key.
Fn + F1 (
Fn + F3 (
Fn + F4 (
Fn + F5 (
Fn + F6 (
) Turns the wireless LAN antennas on and off
)
) Increases the audio volume
) Rotates display mode among LCD only, an external monitor
)
Fn + F7 ()
Fn + F8 (
)
Opens the Windows start menu. This key functions the
Decreases the audio volume
only, and both (when connecting an external monitor).
Decreases the LCD screen brightness
Increases the LCD screen brightness
Maximizes the LCD screen brightness
Returns to the previous status by pressing them again
same as the start button on the screen.
Opens short-cut menus for the specific items. This key
functions the same as the right mouse button.
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Fn + F11 ( )
Turns the LCD screen on and off
Fn + F12 ( )
Forces your computer into System standby, hibernate, or
powered off
(See Power Management of Chapter 3 for more information.)
Using Optical Drive
Your computer is equipped with an optical drive allowing you to read from DVD and
CD and write onto CD-R/RW.
CAUTION FOR LASER
Handling Disk
• Do not write on either side of the disk, particularly the non-label side. Data is
• Keep your disks away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture.
• Always hold the disks by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the disks can
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Maximum output and wavelength of the laser: 108mW, 784nm(CD-R/RW)
6mW, 662nm(DVD-ROM)
CLASS1LASERPRODUCT
LASER KLASSE1
read/write from/onto the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.
cause noise or mistracking. If a disk is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with
a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center, along the radius.
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