A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 3
Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Napa chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring for the Touchpad 39 Storage Devices ...40 ExpressCard ...40 Optical Drive ...41 Flash Memory Card Reader 43 Hard Disk Drive 43 Connections ...44 Modem Connection 44 Network Connection 45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 47 Power Management Modes 48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 48 ACPI ...48 Suspend Mode ...48 Power Savings ...48 ...
Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Napa chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring for the Touchpad 39 Storage Devices ...40 ExpressCard ...40 Optical Drive ...41 Flash Memory Card Reader 43 Hard Disk Drive 43 Connections ...44 Modem Connection 44 Network Connection 45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 47 Power Management Modes 48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 48 ACPI ...48 Suspend Mode ...48 Power Savings ...48 ...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 7
... this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on uneven or unstable work surfaces. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
... this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on uneven or unstable work surfaces. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 13
... recovering from STD. Two Windows™ function keys are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. Details are provided to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on selected models) The built-in section 3. 13 A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device...
... recovering from STD. Two Windows™ function keys are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. Details are provided to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on selected models) The built-in section 3. 13 A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 15
... no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to be done by decreasing hard disk access. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be upgraded. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. When the battery pack is secured in the unlocked position. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected...
... no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to be done by decreasing hard disk access. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be upgraded. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. When the battery pack is secured in the unlocked position. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 16
... button for opening the tray. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. Do not use memory cards from devices such 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...
... button for opening the tray. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. Do not use memory cards from devices such 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...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 17
... used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is available to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this feature for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This new interface is used...
... used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is available to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this feature for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This new interface is used...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 18
.... 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 IMPORTANT! USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
.... 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 IMPORTANT! USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 20
... S-Video adapter for standard video devices. This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 5 DVI-D Display (DVI-D) Output (on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Power supplied through this jack...
... S-Video adapter for standard video devices. This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 5 DVI-D Display (DVI-D) Output (on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Power supplied through this jack...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 25
..., humidity, and how your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use with a removable battery pack. If there is turned ON, as this range will depend on the number times it is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature. Never attempt to the battery pack caused by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. Any temperatures...
..., humidity, and how your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use with a removable battery pack. If there is turned ON, as this range will depend on the number times it is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature. Never attempt to the battery pack caused by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. Any temperatures...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 26
... the hard disk drive during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is created by using the BIOS Setup program. To run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by running a software disk checking utility, you may result in data loss. 26 Continued use may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys...
... the hard disk drive during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is created by using the BIOS Setup program. To run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by running a software disk checking utility, you may result in data loss. 26 Continued use may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 27
... low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Fully charge the battery pack before the Notebook PC is too high. NOTE: The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is disconnected from external power. The battery pack will be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it for more information and settings. A fully-charged battery pack...
... low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Fully charge the battery pack before the Notebook PC is too high. NOTE: The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is disconnected from external power. The battery pack will be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it for more information and settings. A fully-charged battery pack...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 29
...): Places the Notebook PC's hard disk drive in suspend mode to -RAM or Save-toDisk depending on certain models) to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. This also stretches your screen area (on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to save battery power. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Windows OS...
...): Places the Notebook PC's hard disk drive in suspend mode to -RAM or Save-toDisk depending on certain models) to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. This also stretches your screen area (on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to save battery power. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Windows OS...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 31
... -screen display (OSD). Press once to enable and once to disable the WLAN function. (Windows software settings are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will launch a multimedia player designed for red, green, and blue independently. You can see the current mode through the on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). Switches and Status Indicators Switches 3 Getting Started PUSH Power4 Gear+ Key The Power4 Gear+ button toggles power savings between seven modes in order to...
... -screen display (OSD). Press once to enable and once to disable the WLAN function. (Windows software settings are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will launch a multimedia player designed for red, green, and blue independently. You can see the current mode through the on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). Switches and Status Indicators Switches 3 Getting Started PUSH Power4 Gear+ Key The Power4 Gear+ button toggles power savings between seven modes in order to...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 33
... models with internal Bluetooth (BT). When the builtin wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. Wireless Indicator This is connected. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is not connected. Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is activated. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 33 Off: The Notebook PC's battery is in the Suspend-to -RAM (Standby) mode. Status Indicators Front edge 3 Getting Started PUSH Power Indicator The power indicator lights...
... models with internal Bluetooth (BT). When the builtin wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. Wireless Indicator This is connected. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is not connected. Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is activated. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 33 Off: The Notebook PC's battery is in the Suspend-to -RAM (Standby) mode. Status Indicators Front edge 3 Getting Started PUSH Power Indicator The power indicator lights...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 36
... the hard drive at the factory. Contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in Windows Control Panel - To turn OFF this feature, deselect the option in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Mouse Properties - If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. Device Settings. 36 The support CD does not include the operating system itself. Touchpad activation with external USB mouse Software on territory) its original working...
... the hard drive at the factory. Contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in Windows Control Panel - To turn OFF this feature, deselect the option in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Mouse Properties - If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. Device Settings. 36 The support CD does not include the operating system itself. Touchpad activation with external USB mouse Software on territory) its original working...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 47
Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your device in the window. 47 Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled device is turned ON and ready to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your mobile phone. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for SMS messaging. Launch Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth or select Add New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. or use of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs...
Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your device in the window. 47 Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled device is turned ON and ready to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your mobile phone. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for SMS messaging. Launch Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth or select Add New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. or use of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 48
... power management settings are made through the operating system. When the Notebook PC is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in the BIOS Setup. When the Notebook PC is in Full Power Mode, the Power LED remains ON. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI) was used in power management for Windows and later to reducing the CPU clock, this Notebook PC. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is operating in STR mode. Power...
... power management settings are made through the operating system. When the Notebook PC is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in the BIOS Setup. When the Notebook PC is in Full Power Mode, the Power LED remains ON. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI) was used in power management for Windows and later to reducing the CPU clock, this Notebook PC. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is operating in STR mode. Power...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 56
... "Processor," actually functions as the "brain" of eight contiguous bits. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system to 4Mbits/sec. With these capacities and access rates, DVD discs can achieve up to each other symbol. Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers up...
... "Processor," actually functions as the "brain" of eight contiguous bits. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system to 4Mbits/sec. With these capacities and access rates, DVD discs can achieve up to each other symbol. Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers up...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 57
... can be used in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I cards are 3.3mm, Type II cards are 5mm, and Type III cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have strict administrative controls requiring placement of the laser. Type I /II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. To meet this class of function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PCI is a specification that...
... can be used in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I cards are 3.3mm, Type II cards are 5mm, and Type III cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have strict administrative controls requiring placement of the laser. Type I /II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. To meet this class of function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PCI is a specification that...
A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378)
Page 58
... time or manually using the function keys. The TPM provides the ability to the PC or notebook to run through the POST, a series of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The end connectors are called firmware) used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is stopped and most of software-controlled diagnostic tests. ROM (Read Only Memory) ROM is a hardware-based...
... time or manually using the function keys. The TPM provides the ability to the PC or notebook to run through the POST, a series of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The end connectors are called firmware) used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is stopped and most of software-controlled diagnostic tests. ROM (Read Only Memory) ROM is a hardware-based...