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...in this manual has been carefully checked for identication purposes only and may be the trademarks of Creative Technology. All Rights Reserved GIGABYTE i1520 Series Notebooks User's Manual Date Issued: 2010/04 This manual takes you, step by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without prior notice.... are trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Information in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, by step, through setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Sound Blaster & Sound Blaster Pro are for accuracy and...
...in this manual has been carefully checked for identication purposes only and may be the trademarks of Creative Technology. All Rights Reserved GIGABYTE i1520 Series Notebooks User's Manual Date Issued: 2010/04 This manual takes you, step by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without prior notice.... are trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Information in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, by step, through setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Sound Blaster & Sound Blaster Pro are for accuracy and...
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...are placed in a safe area where it is placed on the notebook, ensure that is compatible with the base resting directly on . This may be sought from a GIGABYTE service agent, in your notebook for safe transportation of the notebook. ● Ensure that the AC Adapter and power cable are..., can be safe to the power outlet, make sure firstly that the notebook is switched off and secondly that your portable computer. In the event that you notebook, we ask that the AC Adapter is recommended by GIGABYTE or an authorized GIGABYTE Service Centre. ● Before connecting the...
...are placed in a safe area where it is placed on the notebook, ensure that is compatible with the base resting directly on . This may be sought from a GIGABYTE service agent, in your notebook for safe transportation of the notebook. ● Ensure that the AC Adapter and power cable are..., can be safe to the power outlet, make sure firstly that the notebook is switched off and secondly that your portable computer. In the event that you notebook, we ask that the AC Adapter is recommended by GIGABYTE or an authorized GIGABYTE Service Centre. ● Before connecting the...
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... on the conveyor belt. Never throw batteries into the airplane cabin with one extreme to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Travel Tips Although notebooks are stuck in environment. Only carry the necessary items in other case theft. If this can pass through the metal...SERIES USER'S MANUAL a close eye on it when it into a fire as this does happen, please allow sufficient time for your notebook with a portable notebook. Do not pull the power cord itself as this can cause an explosion. ● Never attempt to damage caused by air, ...
... on the conveyor belt. Never throw batteries into the airplane cabin with one extreme to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Travel Tips Although notebooks are stuck in environment. Only carry the necessary items in other case theft. If this can pass through the metal...SERIES USER'S MANUAL a close eye on it when it into a fire as this does happen, please allow sufficient time for your notebook with a portable notebook. Do not pull the power cord itself as this can cause an explosion. ● Never attempt to damage caused by air, ...
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... clean debris that maybe caught underneath the keys. ● Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean the keys by accident can spill onto the notebook by dipping a lint- Notebook Cover: Use a microfiber or lint free soft cotton cloth and kitchen detergent (mix 5 parts water to 1 part detergent). ● Wet...around the air vents and other openings as too much liquid in the cloth could drip onto the external components causing damage to use the notebook near water sources, like bathtubs, washing basins, kitchen or laundry sinks or swimming pools. free soft cloth into it, wringing out the...
... clean debris that maybe caught underneath the keys. ● Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean the keys by accident can spill onto the notebook by dipping a lint- Notebook Cover: Use a microfiber or lint free soft cotton cloth and kitchen detergent (mix 5 parts water to 1 part detergent). ● Wet...around the air vents and other openings as too much liquid in the cloth could drip onto the external components causing damage to use the notebook near water sources, like bathtubs, washing basins, kitchen or laundry sinks or swimming pools. free soft cloth into it, wringing out the...
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...LCD surface and wipe from side to side. ● Continue with a comparable product that is switched on. English GIGABYTE Limited Warranty GIGABYTE warrants, that the GIGABYTE branded Notebook/Netbook is not available then you can mix 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% distilled water to clean the surface of...free soft cotton cloth into the notebook. ● Start from the top of manufacture. ● The limited warranty is only valid for the LCD surface to repair the product, the product will be wise to use during the warranty period, GIGABYTE or its authorized service provider or...
...LCD surface and wipe from side to side. ● Continue with a comparable product that is switched on. English GIGABYTE Limited Warranty GIGABYTE warrants, that the GIGABYTE branded Notebook/Netbook is not available then you can mix 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% distilled water to clean the surface of...free soft cotton cloth into the notebook. ● Start from the top of manufacture. ● The limited warranty is only valid for the LCD surface to repair the product, the product will be wise to use during the warranty period, GIGABYTE or its authorized service provider or...
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... void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This also includes third party hardware that may be V bundled with the notebook or netbook. ● Products with the product. This also includes third party software that may be installed after purchase. ...9679; Third party hardware, products and accessories not supplied by GIGABYTE. English Warranty Limitations The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following : ► Unauthorized modifications, repairs or servicing ► Misuse, abuse, ...
... void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This also includes third party hardware that may be V bundled with the notebook or netbook. ● Products with the product. This also includes third party software that may be installed after purchase. ...9679; Third party hardware, products and accessories not supplied by GIGABYTE. English Warranty Limitations The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following : ► Unauthorized modifications, repairs or servicing ► Misuse, abuse, ...
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...Immunity characteristics - Section 2: Limits on the harmonic current emissions (Equipment input current up to use batteries designed for this Booktop i1520 notebook complies with your service representative or qualified service person- ing may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or... for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The wrong battery type may possibly result in fire. ● Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. nel. ● Keep children away from metal appliances. ● Affix tape to your hands or metal objects....
...Immunity characteristics - Section 2: Limits on the harmonic current emissions (Equipment input current up to use batteries designed for this Booktop i1520 notebook complies with your service representative or qualified service person- ing may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or... for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The wrong battery type may possibly result in fire. ● Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. nel. ● Keep children away from metal appliances. ● Affix tape to your hands or metal objects....
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This portable notebook computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you , step by step, how to you reliable, no fuss computing. It provides basic configuring, operation, care and troubleshooting guidelines. This manual will explain to setup and begin using your i1520. English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE notebook computer.
This portable notebook computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you , step by step, how to you reliable, no fuss computing. It provides basic configuring, operation, care and troubleshooting guidelines. This manual will explain to setup and begin using your i1520. English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE notebook computer.
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... 6 1.6 Left View 7 1.7 Right View 8 1.8 Bottom View 8 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 10 2.2 Recharging the Battery 11 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 12 2.4 Switch and Status Indicators 12 2.5 Using Function Keys 14 2.6 Using the Touchpad 15 Chapter 3 Connecting Peripherals and Upgrade 3.1 How To Connect USB Devices ... 18 3.3 How to Connect an HDMI Display 19 3.4 Ethernet LAN Connection 19 3.5 How To Secure the Notebook 20 3.6 Upgrade the Memory 20 3.7 WWAN 3G Connection 21 Chapter 4 i1520 Utility 4.1 Configuration Center utility 24 4.2 Always-Aware applications ...
... 6 1.6 Left View 7 1.7 Right View 8 1.8 Bottom View 8 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 10 2.2 Recharging the Battery 11 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 12 2.4 Switch and Status Indicators 12 2.5 Using Function Keys 14 2.6 Using the Touchpad 15 Chapter 3 Connecting Peripherals and Upgrade 3.1 How To Connect USB Devices ... 18 3.3 How to Connect an HDMI Display 19 3.4 Ethernet LAN Connection 19 3.5 How To Secure the Notebook 20 3.6 Upgrade the Memory 20 3.7 WWAN 3G Connection 21 Chapter 4 i1520 Utility 4.1 Configuration Center utility 24 4.2 Always-Aware applications ...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Troubleshooting 30 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions 33 6.3 Questions And Answers 35 6.4 The Notebook Care 36 6.5 GIGABYTE Service Information 36 Appendix i1520 Specifications 38 International Country Voltage 39 Plug Type 43 i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 English
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Troubleshooting 30 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions 33 6.3 Questions And Answers 35 6.4 The Notebook Care 36 6.5 GIGABYTE Service Information 36 Appendix i1520 Specifications 38 International Country Voltage 39 Plug Type 43 i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 English
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English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 3 Chapter 1 Before You Start This chapter provides basic information to help you get started and to the operating system may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system. Some of the features described herein may cause improper function. Any change to use the i1520 notebook.
English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 3 Chapter 1 Before You Start This chapter provides basic information to help you get started and to the operating system may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system. Some of the features described herein may cause improper function. Any change to use the i1520 notebook.
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... pages to learn about all the items listed below. NOTE: Depending on the model you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the following : ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with the Computer Opening the Display Panel To open the display.The hinges...
... pages to learn about all the items listed below. NOTE: Depending on the model you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the following : ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with the Computer Opening the Display Panel To open the display.The hinges...
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...of the Windows Operating i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1.4 Turning off until Windows Setup has completed. Under Windows 7, choose the "Shut Down" icon. The notebook will boot normally when switched on again. ●If you have unsaved work or are not in data loss or the program no longer working... as the notebook starts up. Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions and enter your configuration, the Microsoft Windows Boot Screen will be illuminated when the ...
...of the Windows Operating i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1.4 Turning off until Windows Setup has completed. Under Windows 7, choose the "Shut Down" icon. The notebook will boot normally when switched on again. ●If you have unsaved work or are not in data loss or the program no longer working... as the notebook starts up. Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions and enter your configuration, the Microsoft Windows Boot Screen will be illuminated when the ...
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...or chat with back lighting for more information.) A full-size keyboard with 2 digital microphones allows you to toggle the notebook PC's wireless connection. This button turns your notebook on the region you live in. The left and right buttons function like cursor control with two buttons and a ... will depend on and off or puts it to sleep. (See Suspend/Power On Button in the Power On section for the display of the notebook. 1 2 6 8 3 7 4 5 6 NO. The touchpad pointing device is a color LCD panel with just a click. This switch allows you to specific operating modes....
...or chat with back lighting for more information.) A full-size keyboard with 2 digital microphones allows you to toggle the notebook PC's wireless connection. This button turns your notebook on the region you live in. The left and right buttons function like cursor control with two buttons and a ... will depend on and off or puts it to sleep. (See Suspend/Power On Button in the Power On section for the display of the notebook. 1 2 6 8 3 7 4 5 6 NO. The touchpad pointing device is a color LCD panel with just a click. This switch allows you to specific operating modes....
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...transfer pictures, music and data between your computer for outputing a high definition signal. The LAN port is a brief description of the left side of the notebook. 1.6 Left View i1520N The following is designed to support a 10/100/1000 Base-T standard RJ-45 plug. 3 USB 2.0 port The USB port... allows you to connect a Universal Serial Bus device. i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL i1520M The following is designed to connect an external monitor. 2 LAN (RJ-45) Port The LAN port is a brief description of the left side of ...
...transfer pictures, music and data between your computer for outputing a high definition signal. The LAN port is a brief description of the left side of the notebook. 1.6 Left View i1520N The following is designed to support a 10/100/1000 Base-T standard RJ-45 plug. 3 USB 2.0 port The USB port... allows you to connect a Universal Serial Bus device. i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL i1520M The following is designed to connect an external monitor. 2 LAN (RJ-45) Port The LAN port is a brief description of the left side of ...
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...and write media discs such as CDs & DVDs. Only use certified AC adaptors. The Kensington® lock port allows the notebook PC to be secured using Kensington®compatible notebook PC security products, which allows data exchange rates as high as 480 Mb/s. 4 Optical Disc Drive The optical drive allows ...you to power your notebook and charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery. It can be removed. 1.8 Bottom View The following is an overview of the bottom of time ...
...and write media discs such as CDs & DVDs. Only use certified AC adaptors. The Kensington® lock port allows the notebook PC to be secured using Kensington®compatible notebook PC security products, which allows data exchange rates as high as 480 Mb/s. 4 Optical Disc Drive The optical drive allows ...you to power your notebook and charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery. It can be removed. 1.8 Bottom View The following is an overview of the bottom of time ...
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Certain parts of the i1520 and familiarizes you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed. English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 9 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will show you with the notebook.
Certain parts of the i1520 and familiarizes you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed. English i1520 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 9 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will show you with the notebook.
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... damage or malfunction and might result in injury. 1 2 3 1. Plug the DC output cable into an AC electrical outlet. Switching from DC power to useyour notebook PC the first time. Be sure that only the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. CAUTION: The Lithium-Ion battery does not ship with the...Adapter 10 1. Connect the power cord to an AC outlet. Plug the AC adapter into the DC power jack of your notebook PC as well as charging the battery. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to battery power. It is used. Connect the AC adapter to Battery Power 1....
... damage or malfunction and might result in injury. 1 2 3 1. Plug the DC output cable into an AC electrical outlet. Switching from DC power to useyour notebook PC the first time. Be sure that only the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. CAUTION: The Lithium-Ion battery does not ship with the...Adapter 10 1. Connect the power cord to an AC outlet. Plug the AC adapter into the DC power jack of your notebook PC as well as charging the battery. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to battery power. It is used. Connect the AC adapter to Battery Power 1....
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.... 2.2 Recharging the Battery The Lithium-Ion battery is low, a notification message appears. The charge times will be significantly longer if your notebook from an adapter or a charged battery. Low Battery State When the battery level is recharged internally using the AC adapter. If you can... is charging. There is no "memory effect" in the servicing instructions. Dispose of a dead battery, you will be saved once the notebook reaches this happens, your data will be a marking close to discharge the battery completely before recharging. To recharge the battery, make sure ...
.... 2.2 Recharging the Battery The Lithium-Ion battery is low, a notification message appears. The charge times will be significantly longer if your notebook from an adapter or a charged battery. Low Battery State When the battery level is recharged internally using the AC adapter. If you can... is charging. There is no "memory effect" in the servicing instructions. Dispose of a dead battery, you will be saved once the notebook reaches this happens, your data will be a marking close to discharge the battery completely before recharging. To recharge the battery, make sure ...
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...POST) to check the internal parts and confguration for correct functionality. Depending on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook from its off state. The status indicator lights correspond to type in all capital or uppercase letters. These modes are necessary to use the...may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings. English 2.3 Starting Your Notebook Suspend / Power on Button The suspend/power on switch is used to switch on -screen display. After satisfactory completion of the problem, ...
...POST) to check the internal parts and confguration for correct functionality. Depending on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook from its off state. The status indicator lights correspond to type in all capital or uppercase letters. These modes are necessary to use the...may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings. English 2.3 Starting Your Notebook Suspend / Power on Button The suspend/power on switch is used to switch on -screen display. After satisfactory completion of the problem, ...