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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 ... models 35 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 20 Front Side 21 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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 ... models 35 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 20 Front Side 21 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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Table of Contents (Cont.) Contents 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-32
Table of Contents (Cont.) Contents 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-32
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: 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 NOTE: 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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... letters. This User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Getting Started... Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manual. 2. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Knowing the Parts Gives...
... letters. This User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: NOTE: Tips and information for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Getting Started... Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manual. 2. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Knowing the Parts Gives...
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...liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warnings: DO NOT throw the battery in order to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat ... battery. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any materials that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT place on your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT...
...liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warnings: DO NOT throw the battery in order to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat ... battery. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any materials that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT place on your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT...
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... 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 in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will allow electronic use . Most airlines will have... restrictions for . There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to fully charge your airline if you want to magnetic wands. Remember that it is plugged into the computer ...
... 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 in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will allow electronic use . Most airlines will have... restrictions for . There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to fully charge your airline if you want to magnetic wands. Remember that it is plugged into the computer ...
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...IMPORTANT! 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 2 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! tion on using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. When opening,...hinges may break! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- ...
...IMPORTANT! 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 2 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! tion on using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. When opening,...hinges may break! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- ...
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: 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 NOTE: 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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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The camera may be different for each territory. 12 3 4 11 5 6 7 8 10 9 1 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. NOTE: The keyboard will be auto-activated by supported software. 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The camera may be different for each territory. 12 3 4 11 5 6 7 8 10 9 1 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. NOTE: The keyboard will be auto-activated by supported software. 12
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... on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. encing and other interactive applications. 3 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or ... represent various hardware/software conditions. Audio features are software controlled. 5 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Do not to bend or press the panel. 4 Audio Speaker System The built-in ...
... on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. encing and other interactive applications. 3 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or ... represent various hardware/software conditions. Audio features are software controlled. 5 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Do not to bend or press the panel. 4 Audio Speaker System The built-in ...
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... ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 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. ... not use on model. NOTE: The bottom side may block the vents. NOTE: The battery pack size will vary depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 5 4 WARNING...
... ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 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. ... not use on model. NOTE: The bottom side may block the vents. NOTE: The battery pack size will vary depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 5 4 WARNING...
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...lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Additional memory...memory. pansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory ...
...lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Additional memory...memory. pansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory ...
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... Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. plied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec ...components on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 16 It transmits all -digital audio/ video interface between any of the Notebook PC. 12 3 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied...
... Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. plied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec ...components on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 16 It transmits all -digital audio/ video interface between any of the Notebook PC. 12 3 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied...
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... cables and connectors up of the slower parallel bus used in this manual. 8 E-SATA E-SATA & USB (2.0/1.1) Combo Port (on other sides for description.) 17 This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as mentioned later in the PC card slot. (Not...
... cables and connectors up of the slower parallel bus used in this manual. 8 E-SATA E-SATA & USB (2.0/1.1) Combo Port (on other sides for description.) 17 This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as mentioned later in the PC card slot. (Not...
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...or by right clicking the optical drive in speakers. 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this feature for digital audio output. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to...Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by the optical disk drive. Use this feature to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. 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...
...or by right clicking the optical drive in speakers. 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this feature for digital audio output. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to...Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by the optical disk drive. Use this feature to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. 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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...most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that prevent the... to sound an alarm when moved. 19 Some may also include a motion detector to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 2 Knowing the Parts 7 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing...
...most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that prevent the... to sound an alarm when moved. 19 Some may also include a motion detector to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 2 Knowing the Parts 7 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing...
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...use when moving temporarily between locations. This allows use without additional adapters. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to a local network. Battery time varies by usage and by the ... Port The RJ-11 modem port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for this Notebook PC. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts...
...use when moving temporarily between locations. This allows use without additional adapters. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to a local network. Battery time varies by usage and by the ... Port The RJ-11 modem port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for this Notebook PC. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts...
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Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 21 When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 Display Panel Tab Use the display panel tab to the table or else the hinges may break! WARNING!
Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 21 When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 Display Panel Tab Use the display panel tab to the table or else the hinges may break! WARNING!