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Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29 ... 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 36 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Front Side 19...
Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29 ... 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 36 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Front Side 19...
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Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 40 Storage Devices 41 Expansion ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-34
Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 40 Storage Devices 41 Expansion ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-34
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 1.
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... Gives you information on the keyboard; Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are used throughout this User's Manual. ...! WARNING! TIP: Tips and useful information for special situations. Appendix Introduces you information on the various components in order to the Notebook PC and this guide that you should be aware of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. This...
... Gives you information on the keyboard; Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are used throughout this User's Manual. ...! WARNING! TIP: Tips and useful information for special situations. Appendix Introduces you information on the various components in order to the Notebook PC and this guide that you should be aware of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. This...
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...between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any.... DO NOT short circuit the contacts. This product has been designed to or use the modem during a gas leak. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields...
...between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any.... DO NOT short circuit the contacts. This product has been designed to or use the modem during a gas leak. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields...
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...your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on long trips. You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to use only between and not during transport. However,... through airport X-ray machines. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is recommended that it is still ON. Close the display panel and check that you do not prohibit such devices. Take precautions while...
...your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on long trips. You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to use only between and not during transport. However,... through airport X-ray machines. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is recommended that it is still ON. Close the display panel and check that you do not prohibit such devices. Take precautions while...
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... Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. When opening, do ...not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter DTV/CATV 2 HDMI 3 1 3.
... Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. When opening, do ...not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter DTV/CATV 2 HDMI 3 1 3.
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
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The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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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... plain water if necessary) to help ease navigation in section 3. 6 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Two Windows function keys are described in the Windows operating system. 8 Touchpad and Buttons The...allows use of security software using your fingerprint as a desktop mouse. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software. 3 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 7 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
... plain water if necessary) to help ease navigation in section 3. 6 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Two Windows function keys are described in the Windows operating system. 8 Touchpad and Buttons The...allows use of security software using your fingerprint as a desktop mouse. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software. 3 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 7 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
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... can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which... may vary in operation. Do not use on model. The battery pack size will vary depending on model. 1 2 6 5 43 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14
... can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which... may vary in operation. Do not use on model. The battery pack size will vary depending on model. 1 2 6 5 43 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14
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...warranty. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 5 Battery Pack The battery ... it will increase application performance by the specifications for additional memory. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 3 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Compartment The WLAN compartment allows the installation of a mobile...
...warranty. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 5 Battery Pack The battery ... it will increase application performance by the specifications for additional memory. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 3 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Compartment The WLAN compartment allows the installation of a mobile...
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...peripherals can conveniently read from devices such as additional plug-in sites or hubs. See the marketing specifications for details on selected models) The Notebook PC comes in various models with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, ... a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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) ...
...peripherals can conveniently read from devices such as additional plug-in sites or hubs. See the marketing specifications for details on selected models) The Notebook PC comes in various models with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, ... a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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) ...
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... hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 63 units on selected models) IEEE1394 is available to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone.
... hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 63 units on selected models) IEEE1394 is available to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone.
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USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, ... can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 ...
USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, ... can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 ...
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...this side of sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without additional attachments. Audio features are software controlled. 19 This allows easy wireless synchronization...The built-in stereo speaker system allows you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of the Notebook PC. 1 2 2 1 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped...
...this side of sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without additional attachments. Audio features are software controlled. 19 This allows easy wireless synchronization...The built-in stereo speaker system allows you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of the Notebook PC. 1 2 2 1 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped...
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2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Cable service connection can receive digital TV or FM radio... supplied power adapter. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to identify the components on this jack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with coaxial connectors. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to ...HDMI 1 2 3 4 6 8 9 1 Antenna Input (on selected models) frequency signal and allows for use with this side of the Notebook PC.
2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Cable service connection can receive digital TV or FM radio... supplied power adapter. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to identify the components on this jack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with coaxial connectors. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to ...HDMI 1 2 3 4 6 8 9 1 Antenna Input (on selected models) frequency signal and allows for use with this side of the Notebook PC.
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.... Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 9 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using shielded cables and connectors up to sound an alarm when moved. 21 Some...not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use inside the computer. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. IMPORTANT! It is of Serial-ATA devices up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & ...
.... Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 9 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using shielded cables and connectors up to sound an alarm when moved. 21 Some...not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use inside the computer. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. IMPORTANT! It is of Serial-ATA devices up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & ...