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Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 26 Powering ON the Notebook PC 27 The Power-On Self Test (POST 27 Checking Battery Power 28 Charging the Battery Pack 28 Power Options 29 Power Management Modes 30 ... and Status Indicators (cont 35 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 37 Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19...
Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 26 Powering ON the Notebook PC 27 The Power-On Self Test (POST 27 Checking Battery Power 28 Charging the Battery Pack 28 Power Options 29 Power Management Modes 30 ... and Status Indicators (cont 35 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 37 Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19...
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Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 40 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 41 Caring for the Touchpad 42 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 42 Storage Devices 43 ... (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-10 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-16 Glossary A-18 Declarations and Safety Statements A-22 Notebook PC Information A-32
Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 40 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 41 Caring for the Touchpad 42 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 42 Storage Devices 43 ... (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-10 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-16 Glossary A-18 Declarations and Safety Statements A-22 Notebook PC Information A-32
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1. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
1. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
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... are used throughout this guide that you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information.... safe operation. < > Text enclosed in order to data, components, or persons. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on the keyboard; Getting Started Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to ...
... are used throughout this guide that you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information.... safe operation. < > Text enclosed in order to data, components, or persons. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on the keyboard; Getting Started Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to ...
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... that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should only be placed in municipal waste. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should not be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F) INPUT RATING...: Refer to qualified personnel. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with the rating. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short...
... that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should only be placed in municipal waste. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should not be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F) INPUT RATING...: Refer to qualified personnel. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with the rating. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short...
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... during takeoffs and landings. Close the display panel and check that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres such as it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to magnetic wands. ...battery power, be sure to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will have restrictions for using . Be careful not to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. You can send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. ...
... during takeoffs and landings. Close the display panel and check that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres such as it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to magnetic wands. ...battery power, be sure to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will have restrictions for using . Be careful not to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. You can send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. ...
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... down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can ... Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3 HDMI 2 3 1 3....
... down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can ... Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3 HDMI 2 3 1 3....
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 2. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11 Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 2. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11 Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual.
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The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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... used with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow you to launch frequently used for both hands. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...built-in use plain water if necessary) to help ease navigation in section 3. 7 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software....
... used with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow you to launch frequently used for both hands. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...built-in use plain water if necessary) to help ease navigation in section 3. 7 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software....
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... ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ...Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 4 3 2 1 WARNING! 2 Knowing the...
... ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ...Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 4 3 2 1 WARNING! 2 Knowing the...
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... temporarily between locations. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack.... to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is secured in the system and configures accordingly....
... temporarily between locations. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack.... to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is secured in the system and configures accordingly....
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The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. OFF ON EXPRESS 12 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in digital phone ... a single computer, with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with eight pins is smaller than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard...
The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. OFF ON EXPRESS 12 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in digital phone ... a single computer, with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with eight pins is smaller than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard...
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... the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) The dummy expansion card that comes with the Notebook PC can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to...
... the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) The dummy expansion card that comes with the Notebook PC can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to...
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You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by the optical disk drive. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. This eject ... clicking the optical drive in case the electronic eject does not work. See the marketing specifications for details on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in various models with different optical drives...
You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by the optical disk drive. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. This eject ... clicking the optical drive in case the electronic eject does not work. See the marketing specifications for details on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in various models with different optical drives...
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... (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plugin sites or hubs. Make sure that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or...Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied power adapter. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected ...
... (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plugin sites or hubs. Make sure that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or...Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied power adapter. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected ...
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...controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to hear audio without additional attachments. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers).... 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speaker The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to use memory cards from and write to many ...
...controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to hear audio without additional attachments. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers).... 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speaker The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to use memory cards from and write to many ...
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Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 23 3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 23 3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
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... or use . 24 BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. Doing so may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power ... plug depending on territory. That means that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country. If a three-prong plug is not in use the Notebook PC's adapter to any 100V-120V 3 as well as voltages. The power adapter converts AC power from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. This...
... or use . 24 BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. Doing so may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power ... plug depending on territory. That means that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country. If a three-prong plug is not in use the Notebook PC's adapter to any 100V-120V 3 as well as voltages. The power adapter converts AC power from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. This...