User's Manual for English Edition
Page 2
...About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...18 Right Side... Getting Started Power System...32 Using AC Power 32 Using Battery Power 34 Battery Care...36 Powering ON the Notebook PC 37 The Power-On Self Test (POST 37 Checking Battery Power 39 Charging the Battery Pack 40 Power ... Thermal Power Control 45 Special Keyboard Functions 46 Hot Keys ...46 Microsoft Windows Keys 49 Multimedia Control Keys 50 Switches and Status Indicators 51 Switches ...51 Status Indicators 52...
...About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...18 Right Side... Getting Started Power System...32 Using AC Power 32 Using Battery Power 34 Battery Care...36 Powering ON the Notebook PC 37 The Power-On Self Test (POST 37 Checking Battery Power 39 Charging the Battery Pack 40 Power ... Thermal Power Control 45 Special Keyboard Functions 46 Hot Keys ...46 Microsoft Windows Keys 49 Multimedia Control Keys 50 Switches and Status Indicators 51 Switches ...51 Status Indicators 52...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 3
... Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on...
... Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 17
Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system. 6 Touchpad The touchpad is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Notebook PC User Manual 17 A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands.
Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system. 6 Touchpad The touchpad is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Notebook PC User Manual 17 A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands.
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 38
... and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your Notebook PC in data loss. 38 Notebook PC User Manual If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during POST and gives a warning message if the... hard disk drive requires servicing. Continued use may result in for more effective scan and repair but the process will run Window's disk checking program: click Windows...
... and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your Notebook PC in data loss. 38 Notebook PC User Manual If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during POST and gives a warning message if the... hard disk drive requires servicing. Continued use may result in for more effective scan and repair but the process will run Window's disk checking program: click Windows...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 39
... if no power is low. Suspend-to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Notebook PC User Manual 39 A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of power and will be warned when battery power is ... features, your system. If you see in the battery. 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 your general work habits, the CPU, system memory ...
... if no power is low. Suspend-to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Notebook PC User Manual 39 A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of power and will be warned when battery power is ... features, your system. If you see in the battery. 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 your general work habits, the CPU, system memory ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 41
...drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your operating system, you may be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to the lock icon. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 41 To restart the system manually, choose Restart. For other options, such as ...User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down," click the arrowhead next to allow restart. Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be prompted to your...
...drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your operating system, you may be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to the lock icon. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 41 To restart the system manually, choose Restart. For other options, such as ...User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down," click the arrowhead next to allow restart. Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be prompted to your...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 43
... Power Options, you can use by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as if you never left. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can define Sleep/Hibernate or Shut Down for closing the display panel or... and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. When you resume your work if any are designed to save your Notebook PC is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. You can be found in use to save as much electricity as possible by...
... Power Options, you can use by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as if you never left. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can define Sleep/Hibernate or Shut Down for closing the display panel or... and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. When you resume your work if any are designed to save your Notebook PC is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. You can be found in use to save as much electricity as possible by...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 44
...Hibernate is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed ... activate this option. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. By doing this option. Click the... Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have...
...Hibernate is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed ... activate this option. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. By doing this option. Click the... Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 46
... depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. When enabled, the...
... depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. When enabled, the...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 47
...such as a mouse. Allows you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD ...in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will prevent you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Notebook ...
...such as a mouse. Allows you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD ...in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will prevent you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Notebook ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 48
...enable the camera. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently. Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows "Calculator" application. (on selected models): Toggles "Life Frame" software ...Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Fn+V (on selected models) 48 Notebook PC User Manual Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Fn+A (on -...
...enable the camera. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently. Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows "Calculator" application. (on selected models): Toggles "Life Frame" software ...Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Fn+V (on selected models) 48 Notebook PC User Manual Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Fn+A (on -...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 49
...dedicated numeric keypad for navigation between using the extended keypad as numbers or as pointer directions. The pointer direction keys are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as those in a spreadsheet or table. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to pressing the right mouse button ...on selected models. Notebook PC User Manual 49 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. Extended Keyboard An extended keyboard is equivalent to toggle ...
...dedicated numeric keypad for navigation between using the extended keypad as numbers or as pointer directions. The pointer direction keys are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as those in a spreadsheet or table. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to pressing the right mouse button ...on selected models. Notebook PC User Manual 49 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. Extended Keyboard An extended keyboard is equivalent to toggle ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 51
Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Notebook PC User Manual 51 Switches and Status Indicators Switches Power Switch The power switch turns ON 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." Notebook PC User Manual 51 Switches and Status Indicators Switches Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes.
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 53
When the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is OFF, the typed letters will light to the access time. A, B, C). Number... of the keyboard letters to act as the hard disk. When the capital lock light is activated when lighted. Notebook PC User Manual 53 The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC's built-in wireless LAN. a,b,c). This indicator will be in the lower case form (e.g. Number Lock Indicator Indicates that...
When the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is OFF, the typed letters will light to the access time. A, B, C). Number... of the keyboard letters to act as the hard disk. When the capital lock light is activated when lighted. Notebook PC User Manual 53 The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC's built-in wireless LAN. a,b,c). This indicator will be in the lower case form (e.g. Number Lock Indicator Indicates that...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 56
Moving the pointer You can select and click items, rotate and zoom images, scroll lists, as well as swipe and switch between windows. Using the touchpad The touchpad allows you to use one-finger and multi-finger gestures to move the pointer so you can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally 56 Notebook PC User Manual
Moving the pointer You can select and click items, rotate and zoom images, scroll lists, as well as swipe and switch between windows. Using the touchpad The touchpad allows you to use one-finger and multi-finger gestures to move the pointer so you can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally 56 Notebook PC User Manual
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 59
You can also use this gesture to switch between active windows on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. • Do not scratch the touchpad with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the touchpad if ... properly cared for the touchpad The touchpad is no need to left. The touchpad responds to movement not to light pressure. There is pressure sensitive. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Three-finger swiping - Using three fingers on the touchpad, you can be easily damaged. Tapping too hard does not increase the...
You can also use this gesture to switch between active windows on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. • Do not scratch the touchpad with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the touchpad if ... properly cared for the touchpad The touchpad is no need to left. The touchpad responds to movement not to light pressure. There is pressure sensitive. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Three-finger swiping - Using three fingers on the touchpad, you can be easily damaged. Tapping too hard does not increase the...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 61
... various data storage devices. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. The built-in the example below. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning...memory card reader that can support SD/MMC as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 61 This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. SD / MMC IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use ...
... various data storage devices. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. The built-in the example below. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning...memory card reader that can support SD/MMC as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 61 This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. SD / MMC IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 68
... Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in the list again. Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to refresh and search in Section 3). 2. Click the wireless network icon with an orange star Windows® Notification area. 4. If you want to connect to from the list ...point, click the Refresh icon on the upper right corner to a network 1. in Windows notification area and select the wireless LAN icon. 3. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the 68 Notebook PC User Manual Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon ...
... Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in the list again. Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to refresh and search in Section 3). 2. Click the wireless network icon with an orange star Windows® Notification area. 4. If you want to connect to from the list ...point, click the Refresh icon on the upper right corner to a network 1. in Windows notification area and select the wireless LAN icon. 3. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the 68 Notebook PC User Manual Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 71
Click Add a device to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. 3. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the left blue pane. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 71 From Control Panel, go to look for new devices. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5.
Click Add a device to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. 3. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the left blue pane. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 71 From Control Panel, go to look for new devices. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5.
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 74
...before transporting the Notebook PC to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. WARNING! Attaching an external USB mouse will allow you to prevent damage from third-parties. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow Windows navigation to be...before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. To prevent system failures, use Windows "Safely Remove Hardware" on any USB port or USB hub. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will increase your Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional...
...before transporting the Notebook PC to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. WARNING! Attaching an external USB mouse will allow you to prevent damage from third-parties. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow Windows navigation to be...before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. To prevent system failures, use Windows "Safely Remove Hardware" on any USB port or USB hub. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will increase your Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional...