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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3954/ July 2008
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3954/ July 2008
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... This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 15 Left Side 18 Right Side 20 Rear Side 21 ...Front Side 23 3. Getting Started Power System 26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 27 Battery Care 27 Powering ON the Notebook PC 28 The Power-On Self Test (POST 28 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 29 Power Options 30 Power Management Modes 31 Sleep...
... This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 15 Left Side 18 Right Side 20 Rear Side 21 ...Front Side 23 3. Getting Started Power System 26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 27 Battery Care 27 Powering ON the Notebook PC 28 The Power-On Self Test (POST 28 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 29 Power Options 30 Power Management Modes 31 Sleep...
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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 Gaming Optical Mouse (on selected models 43 Gaming Laser Mouse (on selected models 45 Storage Devices 48 Expansion Card 48 Optical Drive 49 Flash Memory Card Reader... 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 Gaming Optical Mouse (on selected models 43 Gaming Laser Mouse (on selected models 45 Storage Devices 48 Expansion Card 48 Optical Drive 49 Flash Memory Card Reader... 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.
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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. 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.
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This User's Manual provides information on the various components in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. These notes have different degrees of this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < ...major sections of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide that you information on the keyboard; Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and ...
This User's Manual provides information on the various components in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. These notes have different degrees of this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < ...major sections of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide that you information on the keyboard; Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and ...
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...chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your power adapter complies with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the body in this manual, refer all ... any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in fire. 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...
...chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your power adapter complies with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the body in this manual, refer all ... any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in fire. 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...
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... send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on... wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is...
... send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on... wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is...
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... Display Panel 4. The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1 2 3 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! When opening, DO NOT force the display panel down...
... Display Panel 4. The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1 2 3 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! When opening, DO NOT force the display panel down...
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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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 2.
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The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 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 differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 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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...The built-in section 3. 13 Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Array Microphone (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with one touch of ...is easier on selected models) The built-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. Details are software controlled. 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software ...
...The built-in section 3. 13 Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Array Microphone (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with one touch of ...is easier on selected models) The built-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. Details are software controlled. 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software ...
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The bottom side may block the vents. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The battery pack size varies depending on model. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 15 High temperatures are normal during charging or ... may vary in operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 WARNING!
The bottom side may block the vents. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The battery pack size varies depending on model. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 15 High temperatures are normal during charging or ... may vary in operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 WARNING!
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... drive bay may not be upgraded. Additional memory will void the warranty. 3 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in the future. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of ...integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC. 4 Audio Speaker (on your Notebook PC. Audio features are software controlled. 5 Primary Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment.
... drive bay may not be upgraded. Additional memory will void the warranty. 3 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in the future. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of ...integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC. 4 Audio Speaker (on your Notebook PC. Audio features are software controlled. 5 Primary Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment.
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Spring The spring battery lock is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 7 Battery Lock - This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery ...be held in the unlocked position. 17 When the battery pack is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to keep the battery pack ...
Spring The spring battery lock is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 7 Battery Lock - This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery ...be held in the unlocked position. 17 When the battery pack is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to keep the battery pack ...
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... and PDAs. USB allows many flash memory cards as mentioned later in this side of devices so that can receive digital TV. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that most peripherals can receive digital TV, analog TV, depending on the same bus. ...IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hotplugging capabilities like USB. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 2 3 4 5 1 Antenna Input (on selected models) The antenna input is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in ...
... and PDAs. USB allows many flash memory cards as mentioned later in this side of devices so that can receive digital TV. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that most peripherals can receive digital TV, analog TV, depending on the same bus. ...IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hotplugging capabilities like USB. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 2 3 4 5 1 Antenna Input (on selected models) The antenna input is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in ...
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2 Knowing the Parts 5 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 19 See the marketing specifications for details on each model. 6 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject ... the electronic eject does not work. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by the optical disk drive. book 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 indicator will...
2 Knowing the Parts 5 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 19 See the marketing specifications for details on each model. 6 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject ... the electronic eject does not work. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by the optical disk drive. book 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 indicator will...
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...Bluetooth (selected models). Windows software settings are necessary before use. 3 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead... ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature for digital audio output. Using this jack automatically disables the built...
...Bluetooth (selected models). Windows software settings are necessary before use. 3 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead... ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature for digital audio output. Using this jack automatically disables the built...
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... supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 21 It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 5 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for description.) 2 Knowing the Parts Rear ...THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any audio/...
... supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 21 It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 5 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for description.) 2 Knowing the Parts Rear ...THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any audio/...
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...cable for use without additional adapters. 7 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-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. Some may also include a motion detector to a local network. It is up to ...
...cable for use without additional adapters. 7 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-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. Some may also include a motion detector to a local network. It is up to ...
