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... are shown in angle brackets (< >). Example: the DRS5 User's Guide /usr/local/bin/fd the /TPH15spool_M program Computer output (text that represents information displayed on a computer screen, such as command names, option letters, and words) are shown in constant width bold. Example: After entering data, press Enter. Variables contained...
... are shown in angle brackets (< >). Example: the DRS5 User's Guide /usr/local/bin/fd the /TPH15spool_M program Computer output (text that represents information displayed on a computer screen, such as command names, option letters, and words) are shown in constant width bold. Example: After entering data, press Enter. Variables contained...
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CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU and Chipset 1-5 Memory 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-5 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Communication 1-6 TV Tuner 1-6 Card Reader 1-6 I/O Ports 1-7 Adapter 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 System compliance 1-7 Certification 1-7 Environment 1-7 Accessories 1-8 Software 1-8 Computer Tour 1-9 Front View 1-9 ...
CHAPTER 1 Hardware Specifications Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU and Chipset 1-5 Memory 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-5 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Communication 1-6 TV Tuner 1-6 Card Reader 1-6 I/O Ports 1-7 Adapter 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 System compliance 1-7 Certification 1-7 Environment 1-7 Accessories 1-8 Software 1-8 Computer Tour 1-9 Front View 1-9 ...
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... Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) . . 1-26 Graphics Controller 1-26 Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution). . 1-27 Camera 1-27 Mini Card 1-27 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-28 Audio Interface 1-28 Wireless Module - 802.11 b/g/n (optional 1-29 ...
... Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) . . 1-26 Graphics Controller 1-26 Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution). . 1-27 Camera 1-27 Mini Card 1-27 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-28 Audio Interface 1-28 Wireless Module - 802.11 b/g/n (optional 1-29 ...
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Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU and Chipset 1-5 Memory 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-5 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Communication 1-6 TV Tuner 1-6 Card Reader 1-6 I/O Ports 1-7 Adapter 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 System compliance 1-7 Certification 1-7 Environment 1-7 Accessories 1-8 Software 1-8 Computer Tour 1-9 Front... Interface 1-21 BIOS 1-21 LAN Interface 1-21 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 1-22 Super-Multi Drive 1-24 LED 20 1-25 LCD Inverter 1-26 Display Supported Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) . . 1-26 Graphics Controller 1-26 1-2
Features 1-5 Operating System 1-5 CPU and Chipset 1-5 Memory 1-5 Graphics 1-5 Display 1-5 Audio 1-5 Storage 1-6 Optical Media Drive 1-6 Communication 1-6 TV Tuner 1-6 Card Reader 1-6 I/O Ports 1-7 Adapter 1-7 Dimension and Weight 1-7 System compliance 1-7 Certification 1-7 Environment 1-7 Accessories 1-8 Software 1-8 Computer Tour 1-9 Front... Interface 1-21 BIOS 1-21 LAN Interface 1-21 Hard Disk Drive (AVL components 1-22 Super-Multi Drive 1-24 LED 20 1-25 LCD Inverter 1-26 Display Supported Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) . . 1-26 Graphics Controller 1-26 1-2
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Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution). . 1-27 Camera 1-27 Mini Card 1-27 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-28 Audio Interface 1-28 Wireless Module - 802.11 b/g/n (optional 1-29 VRAM 1-29 USB Port 1-30 AC Adapter 1-30 System Power Management 1-31 Card Reader 1-31 System LED Indicator 1-31 1-3
Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution). . 1-27 Camera 1-27 Mini Card 1-27 Audio Codec and Amplifier 1-28 Audio Interface 1-28 Wireless Module - 802.11 b/g/n (optional 1-29 VRAM 1-29 USB Port 1-30 AC Adapter 1-30 System Power Management 1-31 Card Reader 1-31 System LED Indicator 1-31 1-3
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... to 2 GB per memory module Upgrade option with 2 DIMM slots Graphics 0 AMD Graphics technology Microsoft® DirectX® 11 Display 0 ZX4250/ZX4251 0 20" 1600 x 900 resolution High brightness (250-nit) LED backlight type 5 ms response time ...
... to 2 GB per memory module Upgrade option with 2 DIMM slots Graphics 0 AMD Graphics technology Microsoft® DirectX® 11 Display 0 ZX4250/ZX4251 0 20" 1600 x 900 resolution High brightness (250-nit) LED backlight type 5 ms response time ...
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Front View # Icon Item Description 1 Integrated Webcam Web camera for video communication. 2 Display Screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (configuration may vary by model). 3 Power Button/Indicator Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status. Front View Table 1-1. Computer Tour 0 Front View 0 Figure 1-1. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-9
Front View # Icon Item Description 1 Integrated Webcam Web camera for video communication. 2 Display Screen Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output (configuration may vary by model). 3 Power Button/Indicator Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status. Front View Table 1-1. Computer Tour 0 Front View 0 Figure 1-1. Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-9
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...; or to move focus to provide a variety of Access Center Application key This key has the same effect as clicking on the taskbar + Break: Display the System Properties dialog box Functions supported by Windows XP: + Break: Show the System Properties dialog box + U: Open Ease of functions. it launches the Start...
...; or to move focus to provide a variety of Access Center Application key This key has the same effect as clicking on the taskbar + Break: Display the System Properties dialog box Functions supported by Windows XP: + Break: Show the System Properties dialog box + U: Open Ease of functions. it launches the Start...
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...) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specifications LED 20" Item Vendor/Model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Typical Power...
...) Buffer Memory Interface Applicable disc format Loading mechanism Power Requirement Input Voltage Specifications LED 20" Item Vendor/Model name Screen Diagonal (mm) Active Area (mm) Display resolution (pixels) Pixel Pitch (mm) Typical White Luminance (cd/m2) also called Brightness Contrast Ratio Response Time (Optical Rise Time/Fall Time) msec Typical Power...
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...Load=LED BAR (Room Temp 25°) 12V Typ. 3000 mA Typ. 66V Typ. 110 mArms Typ. 220 Hz Display Supported Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) Resolution 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 1280x720/60Hz 16:9 ...V V V V V V V V V V V V V Graphics Controller VGA Chip Supports Item Specification Yes Memory Interface Avivo™ Display System Motion Video Acceleration Features Power Management Features Spread-Spectrum Support Internal Thermal Sensor Thermal Diode 1-26 Hardware Specifications...
...Load=LED BAR (Room Temp 25°) 12V Typ. 3000 mA Typ. 66V Typ. 110 mArms Typ. 220 Hz Display Supported Resolution (LCD Supported Resolution) Resolution 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 1280x720/60Hz 16:9 ...V V V V V V V V V V V V V Graphics Controller VGA Chip Supports Item Specification Yes Memory Interface Avivo™ Display System Motion Video Acceleration Features Power Management Features Spread-Spectrum Support Internal Thermal Sensor Thermal Diode 1-26 Hardware Specifications...
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Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution) Resolution 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 1280x720/60Hz 16:9 1280x768/60Hz 16:9 1360x768/60Hz 16:9 16 ...
Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution) Resolution 800x600p/60Hz 16:9 1024x768p/60Hz 16:9 1280x600/60Hz 16:9 1280x720/60Hz 16:9 1280x768/60Hz 16:9 1360x768/60Hz 16:9 16 ...
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Figure 2-28. Press F9 to enter setup when the splash screen displays. 13. DMI Flash Procedure When the DMI flash procedure is correct. 14. DMI Flash Completed 11. Press DEL to load default settings. 15. Restart system after flash has completed. 12. Check to save the default settings and exit BIOS setup. System Utilities 2-23 Press F10 to see if BIOS is completed, the following screen will appear, as shown in Figure 2-28. During the flashing procedure, do press any key. (Figure 2-27) Figure 2-27.
Figure 2-28. Press F9 to enter setup when the splash screen displays. 13. DMI Flash Procedure When the DMI flash procedure is correct. 14. DMI Flash Completed 11. Press DEL to load default settings. 15. Restart system after flash has completed. 12. Check to save the default settings and exit BIOS setup. System Utilities 2-23 Press F10 to see if BIOS is completed, the following screen will appear, as shown in Figure 2-28. During the flashing procedure, do press any key. (Figure 2-27) Figure 2-27.
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...OK Fail Close Test the LVDS Cable F Replace the cable OK Close Fail Is the inverter properly connected? Make sure that internal display is selected. Switching between internal and external by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model procedures. Troubleshooting 4-5 F Re-insert the...Test the LCD Module F Replace the LCD Module OK Close Close Change Mainboard Figure 4-2. LCD Failure 0 If the LCD Display fails, perform the following : 1. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : LCD Failure Is ...
...OK Fail Close Test the LVDS Cable F Replace the cable OK Close Fail Is the inverter properly connected? Make sure that internal display is selected. Switching between internal and external by pressing Fn+F5. Reference Product pages for specific model procedures. Troubleshooting 4-5 F Re-insert the...Test the LCD Module F Replace the LCD Module OK Close Close Change Mainboard Figure 4-2. LCD Failure 0 If the LCD Display fails, perform the following : 1. No Display Issue No POST or Video 0 If the POST or video does not appear, perform the following : LCD Failure Is ...
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...resolved, refer to Online Support Information. There are no power, Refer to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Start the ...computer. Refer to Maintenance Flowchart). 11. Refer to the desired resolution. Click Apply and check the display. Check the display resolution is by removing the power cable and battery. Check the Device Manager to its highest level. Disconnect power and all...
...resolved, refer to Online Support Information. There are no power, Refer to the computer and switch between the internal display and the external display is correctly configured: Minimize or close all external devices including port replicators or docking stations. Start the ...computer. Refer to Maintenance Flowchart). 11. Refer to the desired resolution. Click Apply and check the display. Check the display resolution is by removing the power cable and battery. Check the Device Manager to its highest level. Disconnect power and all...
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... initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_BUS BDS 1A USB BUS driver initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_DEVICE BDS 1B USB device driver initialization BDS_NO_CONSOLE_ACTION BDS 1C Console device initial fail BDS_DISPLAY_LOGO_SYSTEM_INFO BDS 1D Display logo or system information BDS_START_IDE_CONTROLLER BDS 1E IDE controller initialization BDS_START_SATA_CONTROLLER BDS 1F SATA controller initialization BDS_START_ISA_ACPI_CONTROLLER BDS 20 SIO controller initialization BDS_START_ISA_BUS BDS 21...
... initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_BUS BDS 1A USB BUS driver initialization BDS_CONNECT_USB_DEVICE BDS 1B USB device driver initialization BDS_NO_CONSOLE_ACTION BDS 1C Console device initial fail BDS_DISPLAY_LOGO_SYSTEM_INFO BDS 1D Display logo or system information BDS_START_IDE_CONTROLLER BDS 1E IDE controller initialization BDS_START_SATA_CONTROLLER BDS 1F SATA controller initialization BDS_START_ISA_ACPI_CONTROLLER BDS 20 SIO controller initialization BDS_START_ISA_BUS BDS 21...