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... 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29 Sleep and Hibernate 29 Thermal Power Control 29 Special Keyboard Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Extended Keyboard 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34
... 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29 Sleep and Hibernate 29 Thermal Power Control 29 Special Keyboard Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Extended Keyboard 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34
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...Disk Drive 45 Memory (RAM 46 Connections 47 Modem Connection 47 Network Connection 48 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 49 Windows Wireless Network Connection 50 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 51 Antenna Connections (on selected models 52 Trusted Platform Module (...Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse 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-32 Appendix A
...Disk Drive 45 Memory (RAM 46 Connections 47 Modem Connection 47 Network Connection 48 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 49 Windows Wireless Network Connection 50 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 51 Antenna Connections (on selected models 52 Trusted Platform Module (...Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse 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-32 Appendix A
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... and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings.
... and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings.
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..., voice narrations, audio recordings, and multimedia applications. Microphone (Built-in) (on selected models) The built-in mono microphone can be used for both hands. Two Windows function keys are described in section 3. 9 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with traditional single microphones and can be used for video conferencing, voice... are provided to help ease navigation in stereo speaker system allows you to bend or press the panel. 6 Audio Speaker System The built-in the Windows operating system. 13
..., voice narrations, audio recordings, and multimedia applications. Microphone (Built-in) (on selected models) The built-in mono microphone can be used for both hands. Two Windows function keys are described in section 3. 9 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with traditional single microphones and can be used for video conferencing, voice... are provided to help ease navigation in stereo speaker system allows you to bend or press the panel. 6 Audio Speaker System The built-in the Windows operating system. 13
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A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as your identification key. 12 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in fingerprint scanner allows use of security software using your fingerprint as a desktop mouse. 2 Knowing the Parts 10 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 11 Fingerprint Scanner (on selected models) The built-in section 3. 14
A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as your identification key. 12 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in fingerprint scanner allows use of security software using your fingerprint as a desktop mouse. 2 Knowing the Parts 10 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 11 Fingerprint Scanner (on selected models) The built-in section 3. 14
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... cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 4 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in place...
... cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 4 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in place...
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... memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this manual. 21 Combo WARNING! Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from devices such as mentioned later in this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi...
... memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this manual. 21 Combo WARNING! Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from devices such as mentioned later in this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi...
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...and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. sectors" for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is part of a new operating system. This ...power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you press [Tab] during bootup after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it will first run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the Tools tab ...
...and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. sectors" for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is part of a new operating system. This ...power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you press [Tab] during bootup after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it will first run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the Tools tab ...
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...does not last long when the battery power is connected to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). The battery pack will have to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is low. Screen captures shown here ... to external power using the power adapter. 3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery drops below 95%. The battery stops charging...
...does not last long when the battery power is connected to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). The battery pack will have to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is low. Screen captures shown here ... to external power using the power adapter. 3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery drops below 95%. The battery stops charging...
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... or Rebooting After making changes to restart the system. Use a straightened paper clip to allow restart. Actual behavior of the power switch can result in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to press the shutdown button. IMPORTANT! doing so can be prompted to your Notebook...
... or Rebooting After making changes to restart the system. Use a straightened paper clip to allow restart. Actual behavior of the power switch can result in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to press the shutdown button. IMPORTANT! doing so can be prompted to your Notebook...
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... mode as often as a document scrolled down for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be OFF in the Windows > Control Panel > Power Options. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in RAM while many components are designed to save your...
... mode as often as a document scrolled down for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be OFF in the Windows > Control Panel > Power Options. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in RAM while many components are designed to save your...
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...When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is running . Windows software settings are necessary to -RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to use the wireless... LAN or Bluetooth. Envelope Icon (F3): Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is LOCKED (disabled). 30 "e" Icon (F4): Pressing this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work...
...When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is running . Windows software settings are necessary to -RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to use the wireless... LAN or Bluetooth. Envelope Icon (F3): Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is LOCKED (disabled). 30 "e" Icon (F4): Pressing this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work...
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... the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. ing between different display color enhancement My Profile modes in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Tech- You can see the current mode through the on -screen display (OSD). Colored ... Keys (cont.) 3 Getting Started Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in order to maximize performance versus battery...
... the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. ing between different display color enhancement My Profile modes in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Tech- You can see the current mode through the on -screen display (OSD). Colored ... Keys (cont.) 3 Getting Started Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in order to maximize performance versus battery...
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...table. 32 The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. The key with a small pointer, activates the... properties menu and is available on the keyboard as described below. The pointer direction keys are two special Windows keys on selected models. 3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are for easy number ...
...table. 32 The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. The key with a small pointer, activates the... properties menu and is available on the keyboard as described below. The pointer direction keys are two special Windows keys on selected models. 3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are for easy number ...
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...pointer while typing and is running. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, simply press this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is best used with an on selected models) ON or OFF with an external mouse (pointing device). Power Switch The power switch ..."Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. The power saving modes control many aspects of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Splendid Key (...
...pointer while typing and is running. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, simply press this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is best used with an on selected models) ON or OFF with an external mouse (pointing device). Power Switch The power switch ..."Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. The power saving modes control many aspects of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Splendid Key (...
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... in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Wireless LAN Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook...
... in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Wireless LAN Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook...
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...Started Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) The multimedia control keys allows for CD control functions. Use the [Fn] key in combination with Windows Media Player. CD Stop When playing: Stops disc play . Results may run automatically), these multimedia control keys have no function. CD Skip ...to Previous Track (Rewind) When playing: Skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. When Windows Media Center is opened (may differ with Windows Media Player CD Play/Pause When stopped, begins disc play. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control...
...Started Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) The multimedia control keys allows for CD control functions. Use the [Fn] key in combination with Windows Media Player. CD Stop When playing: Stops disc play . Results may run automatically), these multimedia control keys have no function. CD Skip ...to Previous Track (Rewind) When playing: Skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. When Windows Media Center is opened (may differ with Windows Media Player CD Play/Pause When stopped, begins disc play. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control...
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... icon you wish. The following illustrations produce the same results. Double-clicking/Double-tapping - Dragging - Or, you can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel "Mouse." The following 2 examples produce the same results. Dragging means to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the screen you select...
... icon you wish. The following illustrations produce the same results. Double-clicking/Double-tapping - Dragging - Or, you can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel "Mouse." The following 2 examples produce the same results. Dragging means to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the screen you select...
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... hard objects. This feature is normally OFF, to enable this feature, select the option in the "Control Panel". Find Mouse properties in Windows Control Panel > Mouse Properties > Device Settings. Models with ALPS touchpad. If not properly cared for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive... too hard. There is no need to enable this feature. The touchpad responds to movement not to light pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can be easily damaged. 4 Using the Notebook PC Caring for , it can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external...
... hard objects. This feature is normally OFF, to enable this feature, select the option in the "Control Panel". Find Mouse properties in Windows Control Panel > Mouse Properties > Device Settings. Models with ALPS touchpad. If not properly cared for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive... too hard. There is no need to enable this feature. The touchpad responds to movement not to light pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can be easily damaged. 4 Using the Notebook PC Caring for , it can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external...
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.... Listening to or changed on the CD. You can play audio CDs, but only the DVD-ROM drive can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon in the Notification area. 43 Do not use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD... locked onto the center hub, the CD can be accessed just like a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities. Insert the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Using the proper software, a CD-RW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive can be used to hold...
.... Listening to or changed on the CD. You can play audio CDs, but only the DVD-ROM drive can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon in the Notification area. 43 Do not use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD... locked onto the center hub, the CD can be accessed just like a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities. Insert the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Using the proper software, a CD-RW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive can be used to hold...