Notebook PC Hardware User’s Manual E3282 / Jun 2007
Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual .......................................................................................... 6 Notes For This Manual........................................................................................... 6 Preparing your Notebook PC...................................................................................... 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side........................................................
Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Switches and Status Indicators ................................................................................ 31 Switches............................................................................................................... 31 Status Indicators .................................................................................................. 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) ................................................... 34 4.
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components. 3.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and LQVWUXFWLRQV ([FHSW DV GHVFULEHG LQ WKLV PDQXDO UHIHU DOO VHUYLFLQJ WR TXDOLÀHG SHUVRQQHO 'R QRW XVH GDPDJHG SRZHU FRUGV DFFHVVRULHV RU RWKHU SHULSKHUDOV 'R QRW XVH VWURQJ VROYHQWV VXFK DV WKLQQHUV benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 3. Open the Display Panel 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 4.
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory.
Knowing the Parts 1 Display Panel Reversible Latch 2 Microphone (Built-in) 2 One reversible latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position or in the tablet PC mode. The reversible latch must be manually switched from one mode to the other. The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. NOTE: The battery pack size will vary depending on model. 10 9 1 2 8 3 4 5 7 6 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
Knowing the Parts 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment 2 The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS auWRPDWLFDOO\ GHWHFWV WKH DPRXQW RI PHPRU\ LQ WKH V\VWHP DQG FRQÀJXUHV DFFRUGLQJO\ 7KHUH LV no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC.
2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 Power (DC) Input 2 Power Switch 3 4 5 6 7KH VXSSOLHG SRZHU DGDSWHU FRQYHUWV $& SRZHU WR '& SRZHU IRU XVH ZLWK WKLV MDFN 3RZHU VXSplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE.
Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 2 3 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows “Computer” and selecting Eject. 2 CD/DVD Module Device The Notebook PC has an user-swappable module device.
2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal FDEOH DQG ORFN WKDW SUHYHQW WKH 1RWHERRN 3& WR EH UHPRYHG IURP D À[HG REMHFW Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
Knowing the Parts 6 2 Modem Port The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC.
2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 Touchscreen Pen Compartment 1 The touchscreen pen compartment allows storage of the pen used on the touchscreen panel. Display Panel Button 2 Press the display panel button to open the display panel.
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall RXWOHW WR WKH '& SRZHU UHTXLUHG E\ WKH 1RWHERRN PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal $& '& DGDSWHU 7KDW PHDQV WKDW \RX PD\ FRQQHFW the power cord to any 100V-120V as well as 220V240V outlets without setting switches or using SRZHU FRQYHUWHUV 'LIIHUHQW FRXQWULHV PD\ UHTXLUH that an adapter be used to connec
Getting Started 3 Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer.
3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the V\VWHP FRQÀJXUDWLRQ SUHVV >) @ XSRQ ERRWXS WR HQWHU WKH %,26 6HWXS ,I \RX SUHVV >7DE@ GXULQJ WKH VSODVK VFUHHQ VWDQGDUG ERRW LQIRUPDWLRQ VXFK DV WKH %,26 YHUVLRQ FDQ EH VHHQ 3UHVV >(6&@ DQG \RX ZLOO be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from
Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery. A fully-charged battery SDFN SURYLGHV WKH 1RWHERRN 3& D IHZ KRXUV RI ZRUNLQJ SRZHU %XW WKH DFWXDO ÀJXUH YDULHV GHSHQGLQJ on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel.
3 Getting Started Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel “Power Options.” )RU RWKHU RSWLRQV VXFK DV ´6ZLWFK 8VHU 5HVWDUW 6OHHS RU 6KXW 'RZQ µ click the arrowhead next to the lock icon. Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system.
Getting Started 3 Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system.
3 Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys 7KH IROORZLQJ GHÀQHV WKH FRORUHG KRW NH\V RQ WKH 1RWHERRN 3&·V NH\ERDUG 7KH FRORUHG FRPPDQGV FDQ RQO\ EH DFFHVVHG E\ ÀUVW SUHVVLQJ DQG KROGLQJ WKH IXQFWLRQ key while pressing a key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same.
Getting Started 3 Colored Hot Keys (cont.) Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): 'HFUHDVHV WKH VSHDNHU YROXPH RQO\ LQ :LQGRZV 26 Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF.
3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object.
