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Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring for the Touchpad ...39 Storage Devices ...40 ExpressCard ...40 Optical Drive ...41 Flash Memory Card Reader ...43 Hard Disk Drive ...43 Connections ...44 Modem Connection ...44 Network Connection ...45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) ...46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) ...47 Power Management Modes ...48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ...48 ACPI ...48 Suspend Mode...
Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring for the Touchpad ...39 Storage Devices ...40 ExpressCard ...40 Optical Drive ...41 Flash Memory Card Reader ...43 Hard Disk Drive ...43 Connections ...44 Modem Connection ...44 Network Connection ...45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) ...46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) ...47 Power Management Modes ...48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ...48 ACPI ...48 Suspend Mode...
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...bottom of the body in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place on your power adapter complies with small items that will increase the life of electronic products. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak....of warm water and remove any part of the Notebook PC and be used in environments with a dry cloth. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any ...
...bottom of the body in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place on your power adapter complies with small items that will increase the life of electronic products. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak....of warm water and remove any part of the Notebook PC and be used in environments with a dry cloth. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any ...
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... Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Camera (on the eyes. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used for both hands. Use the switch once to turn...
... Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Camera (on the eyes. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used for both hands. Use the switch once to turn...
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... memory. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be upgraded. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Hard disk drive upgrades are to faster processors in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. End-user removal of memory...
... memory. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be upgraded. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Hard disk drive upgrades are to faster processors in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. End-user removal of memory...
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... on this manual. Do not use memory cards from devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in this side of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or...
... on this manual. Do not use memory cards from devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in this side of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or...
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... card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 17 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is also used to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is used in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack...
... card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 17 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is also used to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is used in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack...
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... selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is compatible with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Make sure...
... selected models) The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is compatible with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Make sure...
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... monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter...
... monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter...
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... recommended to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this model or else damage may not have a shelf life, it can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. The battery pack's useful life will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must...
... recommended to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this model or else damage may not have a shelf life, it can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. The battery pack's useful life will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must...
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... test is created by using the hot keys. The software that will be presented with a boot menu with selections to also check for physical damages, and (7) click Start. The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. Third party disk utilities such as the BIOS version can also perform the same functions but with an operating system...
... test is created by using the hot keys. The software that will be presented with a boot menu with selections to also check for physical damages, and (7) click Start. The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup, backup your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. Third party disk utilities such as the BIOS version can also perform the same functions but with an operating system...
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... power management settings. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as power OFF. Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to external power using the power adapter. If you continue to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is charged. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses...
... power management settings. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as power OFF. Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to external power using the power adapter. If you continue to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is charged. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses...
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... volume (only in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "Zz" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Filled Sun Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Open Sun Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. LCD/Monitor...
... volume (only in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "Zz" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Filled Sun Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Open Sun Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. LCD/Monitor...
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... the on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). When you up or down into the proper mode segment (AC or DC). This allows switching between three modes in order to view DVDs, VCDs, videos, photos, or television programs; Press once to enable and once to disable the WLAN function. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Wireless LAN Key This button is only applicable on -screen display (OSD). When you remove the AC adapter, Power4 Gear...
... the on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). When you up or down into the proper mode segment (AC or DC). This allows switching between three modes in order to view DVDs, VCDs, videos, photos, or television programs; Press once to enable and once to disable the WLAN function. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Wireless LAN Key This button is only applicable on -screen display (OSD). When you remove the AC adapter, Power4 Gear...
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... the AC power is in Bluetooth. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 33 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Bluetooth Indicator This is activated. Getting Started 3 Status Indicators Front edge PUSH Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is not connected. Wireless Indicator This is connected. When the builtin wireless LAN and...
... the AC power is in Bluetooth. This indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 33 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Bluetooth Indicator This is activated. Getting Started 3 Status Indicators Front edge PUSH Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is not connected. Wireless Indicator This is connected. When the builtin wireless LAN and...
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.... Note: Some of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Mouse Properties - The levels of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the installed operating system. Touchpad activation with external USB mouse Software on Notebook PC models with a support CD that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed operating system such as Microsoft Windows XP. Device Settings. 36 The choices...
.... Note: Some of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Mouse Properties - The levels of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the installed operating system. Touchpad activation with external USB mouse Software on Notebook PC models with a support CD that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed operating system such as Microsoft Windows XP. Device Settings. 36 The choices...
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... Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth or select Add New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your mobile phone's capabilities, you can wireless connect to use of Bluetooth-enabled devices may also make use Bluetooth. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can transfer phone book data, photos, sound files, etc. You may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. After complete, you need...
... Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth or select Add New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your mobile phone's capabilities, you can wireless connect to use of Bluetooth-enabled devices may also make use Bluetooth. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can transfer phone book data, photos, sound files, etc. You may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. After complete, you need...
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... key. 48 4 Using the Notebook PC Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you are made through the operating system. When the Notebook PC is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are designed to control power management and Plug and Play features. The Notebook PC enters "Stand by the operating system. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is a simple function provided by " mode...
... key. 48 4 Using the Notebook PC Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you are made through the operating system. When the Notebook PC is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are designed to control power management and Plug and Play features. The Notebook PC enters "Stand by the operating system. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is a simple function provided by " mode...
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... digital audio for Digital Video port. DVD DVD is also used in the case for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor's clock to be marked "DV" for a theater-like USB. Infrared Port (IrDA) (on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in high-end digital equipment and should be stopped and started at...
... digital audio for Digital Video port. DVD DVD is also used in the case for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor's clock to be marked "DV" for a theater-like USB. Infrared Port (IrDA) (on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in high-end digital equipment and should be stopped and started at...
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... be removed from optically safe, requiring no controls (Class 1) to very hazardous, requiring strict controls (Class 4). Although these lasers should be in aroom where a Class 4 laser is a standard widely used in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I and Type II cards can cause eye damage, their brightness usually causes observers to look at one end. Physical controls include limited access work spaces and lights...
... be removed from optically safe, requiring no controls (Class 1) to very hazardous, requiring strict controls (Class 4). Although these lasers should be in aroom where a Class 4 laser is a standard widely used in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I and Type II cards can cause eye damage, their brightness usually causes observers to look at one end. Physical controls include limited access work spaces and lights...
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... or manually using the function keys. The timeout setting of the Notebook PC devices are several different types of an operating system and is required. A Appendix POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer, it will appear to be powered OFF. RAM (Random Access Memory) There are put in STR mode. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to...
... or manually using the function keys. The timeout setting of the Notebook PC devices are several different types of an operating system and is required. A Appendix POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer, it will appear to be powered OFF. RAM (Random Access Memory) There are put in STR mode. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to...