■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics C H A P T E R ▼ O N E GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Performance Features High Performance Processor The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel Pentium M processor of the latest sub-micron process, processor technologies, and high bus bandwidths. Advanced Graphic Engine The system is built with ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 with 256MB DDR dedicated frame buffer. The high-end graphic engine offers excellent graphic performance for the most demanding professionals or gamers.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics The system provides built-in Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection. Firewire (IEEE1394 / 1394a) and USB2.0 ports In addition to a full array of built-in I/O ports, the computer offers IEEE1394 for ultra high-speed connection to high bandwidth digital video devices and USB2.0 ports to connect to any USB-based peripheral devices.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A Glance Top View 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 4 4 5 6 7 1. LCD Latch The LCD latches lock / unlock the LCD panel. 2. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone records sound.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 3. LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed. 4. Built-in Stereo Speakers The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo. 5. Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter data. It has an embedded numeric keypad and cursor control keys. (See Keyboard Section for details.) 6. Touch Pad The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse. 7.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Note: When the system power is initially turned on, the Scroll-lock, Cap-lock, and Numeric keypad LED indicators will light up momentarily to indicate the start of the Power-On sequence. 9. Silent Mode Button Pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage, therefore turning off the fan to achieve lowest operating noise. 10.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Front and Rear View 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. Multimedia (TV / Video) Input Port (Optional) Certain models come with the optional TV Tuner and Video Capturing module. The input port is specially designed to receive TV broadcast or capture video input sources such as a camcorder. You need to connect the multimedia input cable to this port.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Ante nna or C able T V box S-Vid eo Inpu t Conne ctor Video Input C onnec tor (R CA type) Au dio-R In put Connector Au dio-L In put Con nector 2. External VGA Port The 15-pin VGA analog port is for connecting the external CRT monitor or projector. 3. Battery Pack The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook. 4. Kensington Lock Key Hole A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti-theft purpose. 5.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 8. Stereo Headphone / SPDIF-out Jack The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect the headphones or external speakers. Alternatively, you may connect the SPDIF output to an external DTS, AC3, or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo system. 9. Wireless On/Off Switch Use the Switch to disable or enable Wireless function.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Side Views 1 2 3 9 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 8 Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. Ethernet / LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100Base-TX transmission protocol. 2. Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions. 3.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics eject a jammed disk. 4. PC Card Slot (Type II PCMCIA) and Card Eject Button The slot is where PC Card (Type II PCMCIA) is inserted. Press the eject button to release the PC Card. Note: In some models, the PC Card Slot may not be available. 5. Microphone Jack The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone. 6. Audio Line-in Jack The Audio Line-in jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect an external audio input source such as a CD Player. 7.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 10. USB2.0 Port (x3) The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-play standards. 11. Power Jack (DC-in) The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer. 12. TV (S-Video) Port The S-Video port permits you to redirect the screen output to a television set or any analog video playback device.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Bottom View 1 6 4 2 5 3 1. Battery Pack and Battery Latch The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook. Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 2. USB Device Cover (Optional) Underneath the cover, there is a USB connector. You may install the optional Bluetooth module or USB Thumb Drive into this slot. Please see Appendix C to learn how to install and use the Bluetooth device. 3. Hard Disk Drive Cover The system’s hard disk drive is located under the case cover. The HDD can be upgraded to a larger capacity. (See Chapter 4 for instructions on a memory upgrade.) 4.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics AC Adapter 1. DC-out Connector The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the computer. 2. Adapter The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer. 3. AC Plug The AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet. Warning: Make sure you are using a standard 3-prong AC wall socket with a ground pin. If not, you may feel a slight tingling sensation on any of the computer’s metal parts such as the I/O ports.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics LED Status Indicator The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook. When a certain function is enabled, an LED will light up. The following section describes its indication. System & Power Status Indicators LED Graphic Symbol Indication Green light indicates the WLAN module is active. Blinking green light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode. If the green light always turns on, it means that the system is in the Silent Mode.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Note: When the system power is initially turned on, the Scroll-lock, Cap-lock, and Numeric keypad LED indicators will light up momentarily to indicate the start of the Power-On sequence.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Keyboard Features Function Keys (Quick Keys) Graphic Symbol Action System Control Fn + F1 Enters Suspend Mode. Fn + F3 Turns of the battery warning beep off or on. Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only and LCD&CRT. Fn + F5 Turns Speaker Volume up. Fn + F6 Turns Speaker Volume down. Fn + F7 Increases Display Brightness. Fn + F8 Decreases Display Brightness. Fn+Num Lk Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Windows Keys Your keyboard also has two Windows keys: 1. Start Key This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar. 2. Application Menu Key This key brings up the popup menu for the application, similar to a click of the right mouse button. Embedded Numeric Keypad Press Fn+NumLk to enable the embedded numeric keypad. The numbers are printed in upper right corner of a key, in a color different from the alphabets.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Touch Pad The built-in touch pad, which is a PS/2-compatible pointing device, senses movement on its surface. As you move your fingertip on the surface of the pad, the cursor responds accordingly. The following items teach you how to use the touch pad: 1. Move your finger across the touch pad to move the cursor. 2. Press buttons to select or execute functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Graphic Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 15.4-inch active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 video graphics accelerator, which is Microsoft DirectX 9 compatible, performs graphic rendering at a lighting-fast speed. Adjusting the Display Brightness The notebook uses special key combinations, called hot keys, to control brightness. Press Fn+F7 to increase the brightness.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Opening and Closing the Display Panel To open the display, push the LCD latch inwardly and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the LCD latches click into place. Warning: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when closing.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Audio Subsystem Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible. Adjusting the Volume Manually To increase the volume, press Fn+F5. To decrease the volume, press Fn+F6. Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1. Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows. 2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume. 3. To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting, click Mute.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V.92 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the left side of your computer. Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet. Connecting the Modem 1. Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the rear side of the computer. (For EMI compliance, you need to clip the included EMI CORE to the phone line.) 2.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Ethernet Your computer is equipped with a 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ-45 LAN port located on the left side of the computer. This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network. Connecting to the Network Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Ethernet cable only. 1. Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle. 2.
