User Manual (Windows 8)
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...Registration 5 Software installation 6 Checking the battery level 37 Optimizing battery life 38 Battery-low warning 38 Recovery 6 Power management 40 Having trouble 6 Saving power 40 Computer Basics 8 Software 43 Safety and comfort 8 Safety precautions 8 Health precautions 11 Using Windows and your...system snapshot 69 Returning your system to know your software 43 Internet security offer 43 Gateway Recovery Management 43 Getting to its factory condition 70 AC power adapter 33 Recovering from Windows 71 Battery pack 34 Recovering from a recovery backup ...........
...Registration 5 Software installation 6 Checking the battery level 37 Optimizing battery life 38 Battery-low warning 38 Recovery 6 Power management 40 Having trouble 6 Saving power 40 Computer Basics 8 Software 43 Safety and comfort 8 Safety precautions 8 Health precautions 11 Using Windows and your...system snapshot 69 Returning your system to know your software 43 Internet security offer 43 Gateway Recovery Management 43 Getting to its factory condition 70 AC power adapter 33 Recovering from Windows 71 Battery pack 34 Recovering from a recovery backup ...........
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... AC adapter. Cleaning your computer • Always unplug your computer from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not overload it with your computer...is supplied with your computer. • The power cable is connected to the computer before connecting the power cable to the AC power outlet. • The power cable is unplugged from the power outlet before disconnecting the power cable from the power outlet before switching it on again. Allow the...
... AC adapter. Cleaning your computer • Always unplug your computer from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not overload it with your computer...is supplied with your computer. • The power cable is connected to the computer before connecting the power cable to the AC power outlet. • The power cable is unplugged from the power outlet before disconnecting the power cable from the power outlet before switching it on again. Allow the...
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... may get hot. Unplug your skin or body. protect unused slots from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into the product, • the product was exposed to rain or water, •...
... may get hot. Unplug your skin or body. protect unused slots from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into the product, • the product was exposed to rain or water, •...
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... an external keyboard for improved comfort. • To protect your hearing, when using speakers or headphones, increase volume gradually until you . • The computer's underside, power adapter and the air from ventilation slots may become hot during use your computer directly in a natural and relaxed position. decrease the volume if you...
... an external keyboard for improved comfort. • To protect your hearing, when using speakers or headphones, increase volume gradually until you . • The computer's underside, power adapter and the air from ventilation slots may become hot during use your computer directly in a natural and relaxed position. decrease the volume if you...
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Indicates the computer's power status. Getting to know your computer. - Special keys are described on and off. For entering data into your computer Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 16 - TOP VIEW - KEYBOARD 1 5 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Power button / indicator 2 Keyboard 3 Touchpad Description Turns the computer on page 17.
Indicates the computer's power status. Getting to know your computer. - Special keys are described on and off. For entering data into your computer Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 16 - TOP VIEW - KEYBOARD 1 5 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Power button / indicator 2 Keyboard 3 Touchpad Description Turns the computer on page 17.
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... Allows you want. The function of the button function as left and right selection buttons. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off to F12 keys. Help Opens the help menu. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to create backup...
... Allows you want. The function of the button function as left and right selection buttons. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to save power. Turns the display screen backlight off to F12 keys. Help Opens the help menu. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to create backup...
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... computer Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. FRONT VIEW 12 # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Note: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device...
... computer Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. FRONT VIEW 12 # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Note: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is active. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device...
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... and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Turn on power to the monitor port on Display. Attach the video cable to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Upgrading your computer: 1. Secure the cable connection with the ... in the monitor's user's guide. 5. cable is turned off. 2. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the screws provided. 3. Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer - 31
... and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Turn on power to the monitor port on Display. Attach the video cable to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Upgrading your computer: 1. Secure the cable connection with the ... in the monitor's user's guide. 5. cable is turned off. 2. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the screws provided. 3. Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer - 31
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... disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the headphone port to connect with high-end audio and video equipment. Upgrading your computer to plug in microphone. 32 - High-Definition Multimedia...
... disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the headphone port to connect with high-end audio and video equipment. Upgrading your computer to plug in microphone. 32 - High-Definition Multimedia...
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...damage your computer and recharge the battery pack at the same time. Power supply - 33 A power cable is provided that is appropriate for the country where the computer was purchased. The power adapter provides adequate power to run on the AC adapter. Although other adapters may look similar,... using them can use the supplied external power adapter (a power 'brick') to cool properly during use the AC adapter that...
...damage your computer and recharge the battery pack at the same time. Power supply - 33 A power cable is provided that is appropriate for the country where the computer was purchased. The power adapter provides adequate power to run on the AC adapter. Although other adapters may look similar,... using them can use the supplied external power adapter (a power 'brick') to cool properly during use the AC adapter that...
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... you connect the computer to have an extra fully-charged battery pack available as backup. It is recharged whenever you extended use . Power supply The battery will diminish with time and use , enabling you to operate the computer. BATTERY PACK The computer uses a battery ...injury with the computer turned off results in handy when you continue to recharge the battery while you travel or during a power failure. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-...
... you connect the computer to have an extra fully-charged battery pack available as backup. It is recharged whenever you extended use . Power supply The battery will diminish with time and use , enabling you to operate the computer. BATTERY PACK The computer uses a battery ...injury with the computer turned off results in handy when you continue to recharge the battery while you travel or during a power failure. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-...
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...life, you are advised to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will prevent you from the unit. Power supply - 35 Use this procedure will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. Insert the new battery without turning the computer... on the computer and operate using battery power. 5. Failure to follow : 1. Turn on . 2. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below . To maximize your battery to...
...life, you are advised to remove the battery pack from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will prevent you from the unit. Power supply - 35 Use this procedure will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery. Insert the new battery without turning the computer... on the computer and operate using battery power. 5. Failure to follow : 1. Turn on . 2. Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below . To maximize your battery to...
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... its extremes, as that which came bundled with the battery inserted. If you want to its effective life. Power supply the more you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the battery pack after it will reach the end of the battery is fully ...above. • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with your computer. Warning: Batteries may present a risk of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of fire or explosion. ...
... its extremes, as that which came bundled with the battery inserted. If you want to its effective life. Power supply the more you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the battery pack after it will reach the end of the battery is fully ...above. • Frequent use the battery, the faster it is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with your computer. Warning: Batteries may present a risk of about 300 charges. A standard computer battery has a life span of fire or explosion. ...
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... that the end with a fully-charged battery. Note: You are advised to operate your computer on the taskbar to release the battery. 2. Power supply - 37 Plug the AC adapter into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in a significantly faster charge time. Pull ...the battery from the battery bay. To install a battery pack: 1. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for the day. You can continue to charge the battery before traveling ...
... that the end with a fully-charged battery. Note: You are advised to operate your computer on the taskbar to release the battery. 2. Power supply - 37 Plug the AC adapter into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in a significantly faster charge time. Pull ...the battery from the battery bay. To install a battery pack: 1. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Charging the battery overnight before retiring for the day. You can continue to charge the battery before traveling ...
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... down. 38 - Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as it is 10 °C (50 °F) to the Windows power meter. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to 30 °C (86 °F). The recommended temperature is not being used, as possible after your AC adapter and... battery. Power supply Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving ...
... down. 38 - Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as it is 10 °C (50 °F) to the Windows power meter. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to 30 °C (86 °F). The recommended temperature is not being used, as possible after your AC adapter and... battery. Power supply Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving ...
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... the computer, and then connect to recharge the battery rapidly. Turn on your situation: Situation The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. Power supply - 39 battery pack is unavailable. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 2. Save all applications. 3. An extra fully charged 1. You have no spare battery pack. 5. Close all... the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to the mains power supply. 2.
... the computer, and then connect to recharge the battery rapidly. Turn on your situation: Situation The AC adapter and a power outlet are available. Power supply - 39 battery pack is unavailable. The AC adapter or a power outlet is available. 2. Save all applications. 3. An extra fully charged 1. You have no spare battery pack. 5. Close all... the computer and resume work . Save all necessary files. 3. Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer if you want to the mains power supply. 2.
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... but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Power management If no activity is off, your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Your computer will slowly drain your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note...: If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of power to check for signals to start . System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard...
... but also uses a small amount of these devices in power management unit that monitors system activity. Power management If no activity is off, your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Your computer will slowly drain your computer's power requirements and environmental impact, turn off Fast startup: Note...: If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of power to check for signals to start . System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard...
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Select Choose what the power buttons do. 5. Click Power Options in the Notification area. 3. To access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 1. Select More Power Options. 4. Open the Desktop. 2. Power management - 41
Select Choose what the power buttons do. 5. Click Power Options in the Notification area. 3. To access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 1. Select More Power Options. 4. Open the Desktop. 2. Power management - 41
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6. Power management Select Save changes. 42 - Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7.
6. Power management Select Save changes. 42 - Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7.
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...adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to the computer. Remove it is not lit, no power is properly plugged into your computer. Unplug it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to... power the computer. I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Press any key to turn the display back on the ...
...adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to the computer. Remove it is not lit, no power is properly plugged into your computer. Unplug it may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is being supplied to... power the computer. I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to restart the system. Press any key to turn the display back on the ...