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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2718 / Jul 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2718 / Jul 2006
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Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 ... as a Numeric Keypad 29 Keyboard as Cursors 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 31 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 Right Side 16 Rear Side 18 Left Side 19...
Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 ... as a Numeric Keypad 29 Keyboard as Cursors 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 31 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 Right Side 16 Rear Side 18 Left Side 19...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 34 Support Software 34 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 34 Pointing Device 35 Using the Touchpad 35 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 36 ... 46 Power State Summary 47 Thermal Power Control 47 Stand by and Hibernate 48 Appendix Optional Accessories 50 Glossary 52 Declarations and Safety Statements 56 Notebook PC Information 66
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 34 Support Software 34 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 34 Pointing Device 35 Using the Touchpad 35 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 36 ... 46 Power State Summary 47 Thermal Power Control 47 Stand by and Hibernate 48 Appendix Optional Accessories 50 Glossary 52 Declarations and Safety Statements 56 Notebook PC Information 66
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 1.
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...are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. Knowing the Parts Gives you to ...information for special situations. These notes have different degrees of in order to use them. WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this User's...
...are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. Knowing the Parts Gives you to ...information for special situations. These notes have different degrees of in order to use them. WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this User's...
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...or moisture. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with any materials that is powered ON with ambient temperatures between 5... to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. IMPORTANT! Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the body in ...
...or moisture. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with any materials that is powered ON with ambient temperatures between 5... to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. IMPORTANT! Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the body in ...
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... devices. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is turned OFF to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used... security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Charge Your Batteries If you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Close the display panel and check that you should turn ...
... devices. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is turned OFF to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used... security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Charge Your Batteries If you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Close the display panel and check that you should turn ...
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tion on using your Notebook PC. 1. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1 2 3. Press the power button and release. (In ... table or else the hinges may break! Open the Display Panel 4. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) Read the later pages for using your...
tion on using your Notebook PC. 1. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1 2 3. Press the power button and release. (In ... table or else the hinges may break! Open the Display Panel 4. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) Read the later pages for using your...
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Shift End Fn Ctrl Alt Alt Ctrl 2 3 4 5 6 12 NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 8 7 Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 ! @ # $ % &7 8 (9 ) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Pause Break Prt Sc Sys Rq Ins Num Lk Backspace Del Scr Lk Home Q WE R T Y U4 I 5 O6 P { } Tab PgUp [ ] Caps Lock A S D F G H J1 K2 L3 Enter Enter PgDn Z X C V B N M0 Shift ?
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Shift End Fn Ctrl Alt Alt Ctrl 2 3 4 5 6 12 NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 8 7 Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 ! @ # $ % &7 8 (9 ) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Pause Break Prt Sc Sys Rq Ins Num Lk Backspace Del Scr Lk Home Q WE R T Y U4 I 5 O6 P { } Tab PgUp [ ] Caps Lock A S D F G H J1 K2 L3 Enter Enter PgDn Z X C V B N M0 Shift ?
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...system allows you to launch frequently used to clean the display panel. 2 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (...depth at which provides excellent viewing like that of a button. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can also be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. See indicator details...
...system allows you to launch frequently used to clean the display panel. 2 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (...depth at which provides excellent viewing like that of a button. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can also be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. See indicator details...
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... as a single unit. 14 Do not use when moving temporarily between locations. This allows use on model. 1 2 3 4 8 5 7 6 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when... the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to identify the components on this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as beds or sofas ...
... as a single unit. 14 Do not use when moving temporarily between locations. This allows use on model. 1 2 3 4 8 5 7 6 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when... the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to identify the components on this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as beds or sofas ...
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...2 Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of this manual. End-user... BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to shutdown the Notebook PC. 15 When the battery pack is used to use memory cards from authorized retailers of memory...
...2 Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of this manual. End-user... BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to shutdown the Notebook PC. 15 When the battery pack is used to use memory cards from authorized retailers of memory...
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... disables the built-in speakers. 4 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so...2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. vices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB...
... disables the built-in speakers. 4 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so...2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. vices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB...
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... not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to 56K V.90 trans- The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC. 17 ports a standard telephone cable. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional...
... not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to 56K V.90 trans- The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC. 17 ports a standard telephone cable. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional...
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... pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP... IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to sound an alarm when moved. 18 This allows use when moving temporarily between...
... pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP... IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to sound an alarm when moved. 18 This allows use when moving temporarily between...
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Make sure that most peripherals can also eject the optical drive tray through any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabili- This indicator will light in place of the electronic eject. 19 2 Knowing the Parts Left... Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 456 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject ...
Make sure that most peripherals can also eject the optical drive tray through any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabili- This indicator will light in place of the electronic eject. 19 2 Knowing the Parts Left... Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 456 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject ...
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...reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in order to use . WARNING! This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory ...as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. See indicator details in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on this manual. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must ...
...reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in order to use . WARNING! This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory ...as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. See indicator details in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on this manual. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must ...
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Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21 3.
Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21 3.