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...is the registered trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2011 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. No part or parts of this manual may be reproduced,... Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved GIGABYTE Q2532 Series Notebooks User's Manual Date Issued: 2011/05 This manual takes you, step by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without prior notice.
...is the registered trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2011 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. No part or parts of this manual may be reproduced,... Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft® and Windows® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved GIGABYTE Q2532 Series Notebooks User's Manual Date Issued: 2011/05 This manual takes you, step by photocopy, recording, or otherwise, without prior notice.
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... placed on a level surface with the power specification in the country where 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 generated from the base of your... AC Adapter should have nothing resting on or covering it. ● Before turning on the notebook, ensure that it 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 done,...
... placed on a level surface with the power specification in the country where 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 generated from the base of your... AC Adapter should have nothing resting on or covering it. ● Before turning on the notebook, ensure that it 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 done,...
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... a fire as possible to cater for the moisture to carry your notebook until the last minute before attempting to switch on the connector or the strain relief loop to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Never throw batteries into the airplane cabin with a... portable notebook. Please refer all repairs and servicing to disconnect. Hold on to your AC Adapter and spare...
... a fire as possible to cater for the moisture to carry your notebook until the last minute before attempting to switch on the connector or the strain relief loop to qualified service personnel at a GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. Never throw batteries into the airplane cabin with a... portable notebook. Please refer all repairs and servicing to disconnect. Hold on to your AC Adapter and spare...
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... surface to dry completely and then close the lid. Please keep away from the power source and that the battery is advisable to use the notebook near water sources, like bathtubs, washing basins, kitchen or laundry sinks or swimming pools. Keyboard: ● It is removed. When using Isopropyl... Alcohol as too much liquid in the cloth could drip onto the external components causing damage to the notebook. ● Do not clean the keyboard with this is not available then you and damage to use commercially available LCD cleaning kit. free ...
... surface to dry completely and then close the lid. Please keep away from the power source and that the battery is advisable to use the notebook near water sources, like bathtubs, washing basins, kitchen or laundry sinks or swimming pools. Keyboard: ● It is removed. When using Isopropyl... Alcohol as too much liquid in the cloth could drip onto the external components causing damage to the notebook. ● Do not clean the keyboard with this is not available then you and damage to use commercially available LCD cleaning kit. free ...
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GIGABYTE Limited Warranty GIGABYTE warrants, that the GIGABYTE branded Notebook/Netbook is free of any defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period. ● All GIGABYTE supplied AC adapters and batteries carry a 1 year limited warranty. ● The warranty is ...or mishandling by the courier company unless transport is new or refurbished. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL English Warranty Limitations The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following : ►Unauthorized modifications, repairs or servicing ►Misuse, abuse, neglect...
GIGABYTE Limited Warranty GIGABYTE warrants, that the GIGABYTE branded Notebook/Netbook is free of any defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period. ● All GIGABYTE supplied AC adapters and batteries carry a 1 year limited warranty. ● The warranty is ...or mishandling by the courier company unless transport is new or refurbished. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL English Warranty Limitations The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following : ►Unauthorized modifications, repairs or servicing ►Misuse, abuse, neglect...
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...remove any batteries from the computer while it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire. ● Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) The following technical standards: ● EN 55022 - Chapter 3: Limits - Refer any way. Incorrect ...EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301] ● Testing according to [489-17] ● Effective use batteries designed for this Booktop Q2532 notebook complies with rate current up to use a battery that has been dropped, or that Q2532 meets the following items were completed and are ...
...remove any batteries from the computer while it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire. ● Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) The following technical standards: ● EN 55022 - Chapter 3: Limits - Refer any way. Incorrect ...EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301] ● Testing according to [489-17] ● Effective use batteries designed for this Booktop Q2532 notebook complies with rate current up to use a battery that has been dropped, or that Q2532 meets the following items were completed and are ...
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This manual will explain to setup and begin using your Q2532. This portable notebook computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you , step by step, how to you reliable, no fuss computing. English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE notebook computer. It provides basic configuring, operation, care and troubleshooting guidelines.
This manual will explain to setup and begin using your Q2532. This portable notebook computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you , step by step, how to you reliable, no fuss computing. English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE notebook computer. It provides basic configuring, operation, care and troubleshooting guidelines.
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... 2 1.3 Top View 3 1.4 Left View 4 1.5 Right View 4 1.6 Bottom View 5 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 8 2.2 Battery Maintenance Guidance 9 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 11 2.4 Status Indicators 12 2.5 Using Function Keys 13 2.6 Using the Touch Pad 14 2.7 Memory Module Upgrade 15 Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 17 3.2 Function Smart 18 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Identifying the Problem 20...
... 2 1.3 Top View 3 1.4 Left View 4 1.5 Right View 4 1.6 Bottom View 5 Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Power Sources 8 2.2 Battery Maintenance Guidance 9 2.3 Starting Your Notebook 11 2.4 Status Indicators 12 2.5 Using Function Keys 13 2.6 Using the Touch Pad 14 2.7 Memory Module Upgrade 15 Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 17 3.2 Function Smart 18 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Identifying the Problem 20...
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Some of the features described herein may cause improper function. Any change to use the Q2532 notebook. English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 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 Q2532 notebook. English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 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.
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... other hand to open the display panel, simply lift the lid up. For a pre-configured model you should have all of your notebook components. When closing it carefully and check to make sure you have the following pages to learn about all the items listed below. ... Cord ● Driver Disc ● User Manual Once you purchased, the actual appearance of your notebook may vary from that your notebook system is complete, read through the following : 2 ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with the Computer Opening The Display Panel To...
... other hand to open the display panel, simply lift the lid up. For a pre-configured model you should have all of your notebook components. When closing it carefully and check to make sure you have the following pages to learn about all the items listed below. ... Cord ● Driver Disc ● User Manual Once you purchased, the actual appearance of your notebook may vary from that your notebook system is complete, read through the following : 2 ● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● AC Adapter with the Computer Opening The Display Panel To...
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...), Wireless LAN activity, Caps Lock, and Num Lock. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Media Keys control various functions/operations for the Notebook, including enable or disable the wireless network connection, enable or disable speakers, 4 Multimedia Keys play or pause the current multimedia ... produces rich and vibrant sound. 6 Keyboard A full-size keyboard with back lighting for more information.) English This button turns your notebook and flash compatible devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The Status Indicator Lights correspond to snap ...
...), Wireless LAN activity, Caps Lock, and Num Lock. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Media Keys control various functions/operations for the Notebook, including enable or disable the wireless network connection, enable or disable speakers, 4 Multimedia Keys play or pause the current multimedia ... produces rich and vibrant sound. 6 Keyboard A full-size keyboard with back lighting for more information.) English This button turns your notebook and flash compatible devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The Status Indicator Lights correspond to snap ...
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...Item 1 Headphone Jack 2 Microphone Jack 3 USB 2.0 Port Function The headphone jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter to your notebook and charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery. It supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting... the notebook. *USB 2.0 Port for Q2532C *USB 3.0 Port for outputing a high definition signal. Item Function 1 DC in Jack The DC in JACK port...
...Item 1 Headphone Jack 2 Microphone Jack 3 USB 2.0 Port Function The headphone jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter to your notebook and charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery. It supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting... the notebook. *USB 2.0 Port for Q2532C *USB 3.0 Port for outputing a high definition signal. Item Function 1 DC in Jack The DC in JACK port...
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... open vents for swapping a 5 discharged battery with a charged Lithium- Do not cover the vents or place any object into or over a long period of the notebook. 2 1 2 CD 4 3 Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. English Ion battery, and latched in such a position that you inadvertently allow the outlets to dissipate heat from the...
... open vents for swapping a 5 discharged battery with a charged Lithium- Do not cover the vents or place any object into or over a long period of the notebook. 2 1 2 CD 4 3 Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL NO. English Ion battery, and latched in such a position that you inadvertently allow the outlets to dissipate heat from the...
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English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 7 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will show you with the notebook. Certain parts of the Q2532 and familiarizes you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed.
English Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 7 Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will show you with the notebook. Certain parts of the Q2532 and familiarizes you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed.
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...will automatically switch from AC Adapter Power to battery power. Connect the power cord to useyour notebook PC the first time. Be sure that only the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. 2. It is used. ...Lithium-Ion battery and an AC adapter. Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Connecting the Power Adapters 8 The AC adapter provides power for operating your notebook PC as well as charging the battery. Connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet. English 2.1 Power Sources Your computer has two types of...
...will automatically switch from AC Adapter Power to battery power. Connect the power cord to useyour notebook PC the first time. Be sure that only the AC adapter supplied with a precharge initially. Your notebook will need to connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. 2. It is used. ...Lithium-Ion battery and an AC adapter. Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Connecting the Power Adapters 8 The AC adapter provides power for operating your notebook PC as well as charging the battery. Connect the AC adapter to an AC outlet. English 2.1 Power Sources Your computer has two types of...
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...to three years or300 to 500 charge cycles, whichever occurs first. To recharge the battery, make sure the battery is installed and the notebook is high possibility of causing short circuits and connection damage of your battery will vary depending on the product's 9 configuration and the ... future. When a battery has been unused for batteries that you run time of the battery. ● Consider replacing the battery with your notebook. Use a two to three year life expectancy for 3months, check the charge status and charge or dispose of the original run time drops...
...to three years or300 to 500 charge cycles, whichever occurs first. To recharge the battery, make sure the battery is installed and the notebook is high possibility of causing short circuits and connection damage of your battery will vary depending on the product's 9 configuration and the ... future. When a battery has been unused for batteries that you run time of the battery. ● Consider replacing the battery with your notebook. Use a two to three year life expectancy for 3months, check the charge status and charge or dispose of the original run time drops...
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...shock or vibration. ● Do not use a damaged battery. ● If a battery pack has leaking fluids, do not rub eyes. Once your notebook from an adapter or a charged battery. Higher temperatures (above 60 °C (140 °F). ● Keep the battery away from the...leaking battery pack (see Disposal and Recycling section ). Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in certain cases, be saved once the notebook reaches this happens, your computer while an adapter charges the battery. Once you have provided power, you have lost the data that came with...
...shock or vibration. ● Do not use a damaged battery. ● If a battery pack has leaking fluids, do not rub eyes. Once your notebook from an adapter or a charged battery. Higher temperatures (above 60 °C (140 °F). ● Keep the battery away from the...leaking battery pack (see Disposal and Recycling section ). Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment in certain cases, be saved once the notebook reaches this happens, your computer while an adapter charges the battery. Once you have provided power, you have lost the data that came with...
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... system or by pressing the suspend/power on the display with the power on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook during the Power On Self Test (POST), or an unrecoverable error may be able to check the internal parts and confguration for correct functionality....off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium-Ion battery, you may occur. CAUTION: Do not carry your notebook by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 11 English After satisfactory completion of the problem, you can ...
... system or by pressing the suspend/power on the display with the power on the nature of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook during the Power On Self Test (POST), or an unrecoverable error may be able to check the internal parts and confguration for correct functionality....off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium-Ion battery, you may occur. CAUTION: Do not carry your notebook by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings. Q2532 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 11 English After satisfactory completion of the problem, you can ...
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Symbol Item Function Power On/ This light illuminates when the computer 1 Suspend Status is powered on even if 2 Battery Indicator your notebook is shut off. ● If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are not connected, or the power switch is in Suspend mode. The ...
Symbol Item Function Power On/ This light illuminates when the computer 1 Suspend Status is powered on even if 2 Battery Indicator your notebook is shut off. ● If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are not connected, or the power switch is in Suspend mode. The ...
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... mode. ● [FN+F2]: Enables or disables the wireless network connection. ● [FN+F3]: Enables or disables bluetooth connection. ● [FN+F4]: Toggles the notebook among various power management modes. The [FN] key provides extended functions for each application. NOTE: Must connect and external monitor before booting up. ● [FN...+F9]: Enables or disables touchpad. The functions assigned to these keys differ for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key. ● [FN+F1]: Places the...
... mode. ● [FN+F2]: Enables or disables the wireless network connection. ● [FN+F3]: Enables or disables bluetooth connection. ● [FN+F4]: Toggles the notebook among various power management modes. The [FN] key provides extended functions for each application. NOTE: Must connect and external monitor before booting up. ● [FN...+F9]: Enables or disables touchpad. The functions assigned to these keys differ for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key. ● [FN+F1]: Places the...