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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2333 / Nov 2005
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2333 / Nov 2005
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Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ... Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 CD Player Control Buttons and Indicator (on selected models 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents 1. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Right Side ...16 Left Side...
Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ... Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 CD Player Control Buttons and Indicator (on selected models 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents 1. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Right Side ...16 Left Side...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Models with Sonoma chipset 36 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Pointing Device ...36 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Suspend Mode ...50 Power Savings ...50 Stand by and Hibernate 52 Appendix ...53 Optional Accessories 54 Glossary ...56 Glossary ...56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 72 3
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Models with Sonoma chipset 36 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Pointing Device ...36 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Suspend Mode ...50 Power Savings ...50 Stand by and Hibernate 52 Appendix ...53 Optional Accessories 54 Glossary ...56 Glossary ...56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 72 3
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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...Important information that must be followed for safe operation. IMPORTANT! Vital information that you information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips and useful information for special situations. < >... guide that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. This User's Manual provides information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Knowing the Parts Gives you should be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! do not actually type ...
...Important information that must be followed for safe operation. IMPORTANT! Vital information that you information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips and useful information for special situations. < >... guide that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. This User's Manual provides information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Knowing the Parts Gives you should be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! do not actually type ...
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...injury from heat exposure. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of 19VDC, 3.42A (65W). 7 Do not use the modem during... other peripherals. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures above 50˚C (122˚F) or to dirty or dusty ...
...injury from heat exposure. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of 19VDC, 3.42A (65W). 7 Do not use the modem during... other peripherals. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures above 50˚C (122˚F) or to dirty or dusty ...
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... (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to use only between and not during transport. However, it takes much longer to ...charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use . Be aware that it is recommended that you intend to fully ...
... (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to use only between and not during transport. However, it takes much longer to ...charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use . Be aware that it is recommended that you intend to fully ...
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...or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Connect the AC Power Adapter Auto Lock 2 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages... for using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. Install the battery pack 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are ...
...or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Connect the AC Power Adapter Auto Lock 2 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later pages... for using your Notebook PC. Open the Display Panel 4. Install the battery pack 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are ...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
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... to the table or else the hinges may break! When opening, do not force the display panel down to a comfortable viewing angle. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 12 To open the display panel, negotiate the latch with your thumb and lift up the display panel while holding... the latch. 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on the front of the...
... to the table or else the hinges may break! When opening, do not force the display panel down to a comfortable viewing angle. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 12 To open the display panel, negotiate the latch with your thumb and lift up the display panel while holding... the latch. 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on the front of the...
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...Windows or web navigation. 9 CD Player Control Buttons (on selected models) There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for more information). 10 Status Indicators (front) Status indicator details are described in section 3. 7 Keyboard The keyboard provides ... the same as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is ON. tors. venient CD playing. The buttons activate and control your Notebook PC is OFF, the CD control buttons activate a hardware CD player function that of a button. Details are described in section 3. 6 ...
...Windows or web navigation. 9 CD Player Control Buttons (on selected models) There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for more information). 10 Status Indicators (front) Status indicator details are described in section 3. 7 Keyboard The keyboard provides ... the same as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is ON. tors. venient CD playing. The buttons activate and control your Notebook PC is OFF, the CD control buttons activate a hardware CD player function that of a button. Details are described in section 3. 6 ...
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...in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during charging or operation. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on this Notebook PC to identify the components on memory upgrades for additional memory. High temperatures are normal during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test...panels. 1 2 3 11 4 10 5 9 6 7 8 IMPORTANT! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in operation. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities...
...in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during charging or operation. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on this Notebook PC to identify the components on memory upgrades for additional memory. High temperatures are normal during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test...panels. 1 2 3 11 4 10 5 9 6 7 8 IMPORTANT! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in operation. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities...
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... that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with a straightened paper clip to hold identification information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in the future. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. Battery time varies...- Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. 2 Knowing the Parts 2 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to the locked position after insert- Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information ...
... that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with a straightened paper clip to hold identification information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in the future. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. Battery time varies...- Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. 2 Knowing the Parts 2 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to the locked position after insert- Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information ...
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... faster than most other without additional attachments. The built-in order to use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other forms of sight to an IrDA node. tions such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI,...on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers. This allows accommodation of the Notebook PC. 1 234 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 Stereo Speakers The built-in this manual. The multimedia sound system features an ...
... faster than most other without additional attachments. The built-in order to use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other forms of sight to an IrDA node. tions such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI,...on selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers. This allows accommodation of the Notebook PC. 1 234 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 Stereo Speakers The built-in this manual. The multimedia sound system features an ...
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...automatically disables the built-in microphone. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in modem does not support the voltage used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. The built-in speakers. 8 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone... Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port. 7 SPDIF Output Jack (on selected models) Combo This jack provides connection to the Notebook PC. 17 Use this feature to a television or video projection device. This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats. 11 LAN Port...
...automatically disables the built-in microphone. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in modem does not support the voltage used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. The built-in speakers. 8 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone... Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port. 7 SPDIF Output Jack (on selected models) Combo This jack provides connection to the Notebook PC. 17 Use this feature to a television or video projection device. This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats. 11 LAN Port...
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... the marketing specifications for details on this side of the electronic eject. 4 Stereo Speakers The built-in case the electronic eject does not work. 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) capabilities. 2 ...an electronic eject button for opening the tray. Audio features are software controlled. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with external stereo headphones or speakers).
... the marketing specifications for details on this side of the electronic eject. 4 Stereo Speakers The built-in case the electronic eject does not work. 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) capabilities. 2 ...an electronic eject button for opening the tray. Audio features are software controlled. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with external stereo headphones or speakers).
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... hardware CD player function that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with your operating system's software audio player when the Notebook PC is not in section 3. 19 The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that allows you to audio...hear audio without software. (See section 3 for con- Audio features are software controlled. 3 CD Player Control Buttons (on the Notebook PC for more information). 4 Status Indicators (front) Status indicator details are several CD control buttons integrated externally on selected models) There...
... hardware CD player function that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with your operating system's software audio player when the Notebook PC is not in section 3. 19 The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that allows you to audio...hear audio without software. (See section 3 for con- Audio features are software controlled. 3 CD Player Control Buttons (on the Notebook PC for more information). 4 Status Indicators (front) Status indicator details are several CD control buttons integrated externally on selected models) There...
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... external hard drives, removable drives, or scanners. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a larger external display. 20 USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in a series...
... external hard drives, removable drives, or scanners. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a larger external display. 20 USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in a series...
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... may occur. 6 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 21 These security products usually include a metal ...any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to be removed from a fixed object. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack...cool air to enter and warm air to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts 4 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC...
... may occur. 6 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 21 These security products usually include a metal ...any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to be removed from a fixed object. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack...cool air to enter and warm air to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts 4 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC...