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... the notebook. ● Do note press or touch the display panel. ● Only use the AC Adapter that is recommended by GIGABYTE or an authorized GIGABYTE Service Centre. ● Before connecting the notebook to the power outlet, make sure that the voltage rating of the AC Adapter is...Please follow these safety precautions. The metal objects can cause a potential choking hazard. In the event that you need to transport the battery separately from a GIGABYTE service agent, in order to make sure firstly that the notebook is switched off and secondly that the AC Adapter is required, advice...
... the notebook. ● Do note press or touch the display panel. ● Only use the AC Adapter that is recommended by GIGABYTE or an authorized GIGABYTE Service Centre. ● Before connecting the notebook to the power outlet, make sure that the voltage rating of the AC Adapter is...Please follow these safety precautions. The metal objects can cause a potential choking hazard. In the event that you need to transport the battery separately from a GIGABYTE service agent, in order to make sure firstly that the notebook is switched off and secondly that the AC Adapter is required, advice...
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...robust as hand baggage so that you can carry it is enough room to your E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL notebook until the last minute before attempting to switch on to...allow the notebook some airports it susceptible to disconnect. ● Discard old worn out batteries according to the notebook. Please consult your local airline for the moisture to evaporate completely,...9679; When placing your notebook. In some time to adapt to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Travel Tips Although notebooks are stuck in long queue's. ● When travelling...
...robust as hand baggage so that you can carry it is enough room to your E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL notebook until the last minute before attempting to switch on to...allow the notebook some airports it susceptible to disconnect. ● Discard old worn out batteries according to the notebook. Please consult your local airline for the moisture to evaporate completely,...9679; When placing your notebook. In some time to adapt to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Travel Tips Although notebooks are stuck in long queue's. ● When travelling...
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... switched off and disconnected from children, naked flames or a notebook that is advisable to use a can of compressed air to clean debris that the III battery is best to use a microfiber cloth to clean the surface of the LCD surface and wipe from side to clean the keys by accident can...
... switched off and disconnected from children, naked flames or a notebook that is advisable to use a can of compressed air to clean debris that the III battery is best to use a microfiber cloth to clean the surface of the LCD surface and wipe from side to clean the keys by accident can...
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Warranty Guidelines All warranty repairs and service must be carried out by GIGABYTE. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL ● Software, including the operating system and applications supplied with a comparable product that is shown of the warranty conditions in...extra charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts in order to fulfill the warranty obligations. ● If, during the warranty period. ● All GIGABYTE supplied AC adapters and batteries carry a 1 year limited warranty. ● The warranty is effective from date of purchase. ● If proof of purchase cannot be shown, ...
Warranty Guidelines All warranty repairs and service must be carried out by GIGABYTE. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL ● Software, including the operating system and applications supplied with a comparable product that is shown of the warranty conditions in...extra charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts in order to fulfill the warranty obligations. ● If, during the warranty period. ● All GIGABYTE supplied AC adapters and batteries carry a 1 year limited warranty. ● The warranty is effective from date of purchase. ● If proof of purchase cannot be shown, ...
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... fire, or improperly handled or discarded. ● Keep the battery away from , and promptly dispose of this computer. It may make the battery explode. ● Do not try to the manufacturer's instructions. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Battery Disposal & Caution The product that appears damaged (e.g. Batteries may possibly result in place, it is powered on ●...
... fire, or improperly handled or discarded. ● Keep the battery away from , and promptly dispose of this computer. It may make the battery explode. ● Do not try to the manufacturer's instructions. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Battery Disposal & Caution The product that appears damaged (e.g. Batteries may possibly result in place, it is powered on ●...
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...an explosion (for example, with some lithium batteries), the following or similar text: CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE BATTERY TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS VII ● if the battery is placed in an operator access area, ...there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in boththe operating...
...an explosion (for example, with some lithium batteries), the following or similar text: CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE BATTERY TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS VII ● if the battery is placed in an operator access area, ...there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in boththe operating...
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... & Bottom View 6 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 8 2.2 Recharging the Battery 9 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 10 2.4 Status Indicators 11 2.5 Using Function Keys 12 2.6 Using the Touch Pad 13 Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 16 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Identifying the Problem 18 4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information 18 Appendix E1500 Specifications 20 International Country Voltage 22 Plug Type 26
... & Bottom View 6 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 8 2.2 Recharging the Battery 9 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 10 2.4 Status Indicators 11 2.5 Using Function Keys 12 2.6 Using the Touch Pad 13 Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 16 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Identifying the Problem 18 4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information 18 Appendix E1500 Specifications 20 International Country Voltage 22 Plug Type 26
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... and check to make sure you purchased, the actual appearance of your notebook components. For a preconfigured model you should have the following: ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with Power Cord ● Driver Disc 2 ● Quick Start Guide Once you have all of your notebook may vary...
... and check to make sure you purchased, the actual appearance of your notebook components. For a preconfigured model you should have the following: ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with Power Cord ● Driver Disc 2 ● Quick Start Guide Once you have all of your notebook may vary...
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...and headphones to the notebook to 2 Microphone Jack enhance the voice recording and recognition 5 of the notebook. 1 23 4 6 5 E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. Item Function This port is used to connect an external amplified microphone to the notebook to enhance the sound capabilities...connect external audio 1 Headphone Jack output devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 4 Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium-Ion battery. 5 HDD Bay HDD compartment cover. 6 Cooling Vents These are open ports for the fan to become blocked.
...and headphones to the notebook to 2 Microphone Jack enhance the voice recording and recognition 5 of the notebook. 1 23 4 6 5 E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. Item Function This port is used to connect an external amplified microphone to the notebook to enhance the sound capabilities...connect external audio 1 Headphone Jack output devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 4 Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium-Ion battery. 5 HDD Bay HDD compartment cover. 6 Cooling Vents These are open ports for the fan to become blocked.
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... as well as charging the battery. You will automatically switch from AC Adapter Power to the DC power port of power sources: a Lithium-Ion battery and an AC adapter. Connect... could cause damage or malfunction and might result in injury. 2 1 3 1. Connect the AC adapter to Battery Power 1. Connecting the Power Adapters The AC adapter provides power for operating your . 2. Switching from DC power...the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. Connect the power cord to battery power. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet. Connecting the AC Adapter...
... as well as charging the battery. You will automatically switch from AC Adapter Power to the DC power port of power sources: a Lithium-Ion battery and an AC adapter. Connect... could cause damage or malfunction and might result in injury. 2 1 3 1. Connect the AC adapter to Battery Power 1. Connecting the Power Adapters The AC adapter provides power for operating your . 2. Switching from DC power...the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. Connect the power cord to battery power. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet. Connecting the AC Adapter...
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... a statement in both the 9 operating and the servicing instructions; ● If the battery is placed elsewhere in an OPERATOR ACCESS AREA, there shall be a marking close to the instructions. When this point. Once you E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL provide power, you can continue to use your computer into Suspend mode or turn...
... a statement in both the 9 operating and the servicing instructions; ● If the battery is placed elsewhere in an OPERATOR ACCESS AREA, there shall be a marking close to the instructions. When this point. Once you E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL provide power, you can continue to use your computer into Suspend mode or turn...
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.... If you need to take an extended break, press the button again to turn it off your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium-Ion battery, you risk damaging the hard disk. Depending on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook loads the installed operating system. After...
.... If you need to take an extended break, press the button again to turn it off your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium-Ion battery, you risk damaging the hard disk. Depending on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook loads the installed operating system. After...
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... is 1 Power LED ON. From Left to Right they are : Power on the E1500 such as if the Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is On or Off and if the Battery Pack is being LED accessed. Symbol Item Function Blue light indicates the system is in ...suspend mode. Battery status 3 Battery Status Charging - Blue LED Full - LED status indicators These status indicatorsare used to specific operating modes. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. Blue 11 Low - Red Hard Disk Blue light indicates ...
... is 1 Power LED ON. From Left to Right they are : Power on the E1500 such as if the Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is On or Off and if the Battery Pack is being LED accessed. Symbol Item Function Blue light indicates the system is in ...suspend mode. Battery status 3 Battery Status Charging - Blue LED Full - LED status indicators These status indicatorsare used to specific operating modes. E1500 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. Blue 11 Low - Red Hard Disk Blue light indicates ...
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...enable the user to find out how these keys differ for each application. The LED Status indicator will cycle between 3 modes depending on the E1500 LCD Display Only - It will be quieter. Disable Touchpad This function will mute the volume control in LCD panel. Fn+F3 Mute Volume .... 12 Sleep Fn+F1 This function will gradually and incrementally decrease the brightness of the sound output from the E1500 speakers. Pressing this is not needed to save battery life or to be on LCD and external monitor Fn+F5 Increase System Volume This function will gradually and incrementally...
...enable the user to find out how these keys differ for each application. The LED Status indicator will cycle between 3 modes depending on the E1500 LCD Display Only - It will be quieter. Disable Touchpad This function will mute the volume control in LCD panel. Fn+F3 Mute Volume .... 12 Sleep Fn+F1 This function will gradually and incrementally decrease the brightness of the sound output from the E1500 speakers. Pressing this is not needed to save battery life or to be on LCD and external monitor Fn+F5 Increase System Volume This function will gradually and incrementally...
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... Memory 20 Video Interface LCD Hard Disk Drive Optical Drive I/O Port Audio Bluetooth Webcam LAN Wireless LAN Embedded HSDPA Protection AC Adaptor Battery Dimension Carry Bag Net Weight Specifications E1500 Intel® Montivena CPU support Windows 7 Mobile Intel® GL40 DDRII 800MHz 2 slots Up to 4GB Intel® GMA 4500 15.6" TFT...
... Memory 20 Video Interface LCD Hard Disk Drive Optical Drive I/O Port Audio Bluetooth Webcam LAN Wireless LAN Embedded HSDPA Protection AC Adaptor Battery Dimension Carry Bag Net Weight Specifications E1500 Intel® Montivena CPU support Windows 7 Mobile Intel® GL40 DDRII 800MHz 2 slots Up to 4GB Intel® GMA 4500 15.6" TFT...