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Preface Copyright 2005 All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Notices Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Table of Content Chapter 1: Before you Start -------------------------------------------- 1 Safety Compliance Notice ................................................................ 1 EUROPE – EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...................... 1 Things you must remember before working on your computer .......... 8 Chapter 2: Introduction -------------------------------------------------- 9 Unpacking the Notebook .................................................................. 9 Opening the LCD Panel .....
The Main Menu ............................................................................... 34 The Advanced Menu ........................................................................ 35 The Boot Menu ................................................................................ 36 The Security Menu........................................................................... 37 The Exit Menu .................................................................................
Canadian DOC Notice For Class B Computing Devices This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur du Canada. Personal Inventory This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
BEFORE YOU START Conventions of This manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer. • If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories. • If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before using your system.
EUROPE – RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF 5GHZ FREQUENCIES IN EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COUNTRIES Allowed Frequency Bands 5.15-5.25GHz 5.15-5.35GHz 5.15-5.35 & 5.4705.
This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption in communications of this device.
The Power cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. The equipment has been exposed to moisture. The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user's manual. The equipment has dropped and damaged. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C.
18. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 6 Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten. Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät.
Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG. b. Für Japan: Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori Law mit einem „PSE“ or „T”-Symbol markiert sein Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m ㎡ Leiter. c. Für andere Länder: Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen. Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H03VVF sein.
Entsorgen Sie Akkus entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Entfernen Sie den Akku auf keinen Fall bei eingeschaltetem Notebook, da hierdurch Daten verloren gehen könnten. Things you must remember before working on your computer Let your computer acclimate itself Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office.
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Notebook PC Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable computing technology. The Notebook’s modular design provides maximum expandability without compromising portability. The high-performance CPU and enhanced IDE hard drive provides you with extra processing power for handling complex graphics and running large programs.
To avoid damage to the display panel: • Try not to slam the display upon closing it. • Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. • Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel. With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. LCD Cover Release Latch Slide this latch to the right to open the LCD cover. LCD Screen Your Notebook computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that supports up to 1024 x 768 LCD resolution utilizing an AGP BUS. A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient lighting is low.
When lit indicates that the AC adapter is connected. Indicates that the computer is accessing the DVD-ROM drive. Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. Indicates when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the keyboard produces uppercase text when you press a key. When you press the Caps Lock key again, the indicator goes off and the keyboard produces lowercase text. Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode.
The Front The CD-ROM Drive Your Notebook comes with a swappable 5.25" IDE 24X CD-ROM drive. The Left Side 1. 1. The LAN Port This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network or a high-speed (DSL or cable) connection via a network cable. When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. 2. The Modem Port This jack is an internal 56K voice/fax/data modem.
The Right Side 1. 2. 3. Kensington Lock Allows you to connect a special computer lock to secure your system. You can purchase a lock at most computer retailers. DC IN Connector Plug the AC adapter into this connector. LED Indicator 1. 2. 3. The Rear 14 Battery Charge This indicator will lit when the battery is in charging status. Suspend This indicator will lit when the system enter suspend mode. Power On This indicator will lit when the notebook is powered on.
1. USB Ports Your computer includes four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports. USB2.0 is the latest development in Plug and Play technology. It will eventually replace the need for separate connectors for external keyboards, serial ports, and parallel (printer) port. 2. Audio Line Out You can plug an external speaker, headphone or connect the line out jack to an audio device such as a cassette recorder to record the notebook's audio output. 3.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 16 Battery Secure Lock Push this button to unlock the battery. This button must be in the unlock position in order to remove the battery. Battery Release Latch Lift up this latch to release the battery from its bay. Expansion Compartment This compartment will serve as an expansion to upgrade your RAM module. Hard Disk Drive Your computer includes a 2.5-inch IDE hard disk drive (9.5mm in height). The notebook PC's BIOS automatically detects IDE drive types.
GETTING STARTED Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’s battery pack. The adapter’s AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet.
Turning On Your Notebook Computer Turn on your Notebook by pressing the power button. The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs automatically. After the POST is completed, the computer reads the operating system from the hard disk drive into computer memory (this is commonly referred to as “booting” a computer). If your OS (Operating System such as Windows XP…. etc) is installed, it should start automatically.
Insert the battery into the empty compartment. It is designed so that it only fits one way. It should easily "click" into place. 4. Be sure that the battery release latch on the battery has clicked into place. This will prevent the battery from sliding out of its compartment. 5. Push the battery lock button to the locked position to ensure that the battery is securely inserted into the battery bay. To remove the battery pack: 1. Turn off the notebook, turn it over and place it on a solid, flat surface.
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USING THE NOTEBOOK COMPUTER Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS FUNCTIONS [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F10] Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size. [Fn] + [F12] This key combination toggles the display between the LCD display and an external CRT or simultaneous.
You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12]. For information on connecting an external display, please refer to Chapter Four. A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard uses a standard QWERTY layout with the addition of special function keys and an embedded numeric keypad for number intensive data entry. Your keyboard supports Windows by incorporating the two Windows specific keys.
Volume Down [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] [Fn] + + + + + + + + [F1] [F2] [F3] [F4] [F5] [F7] [F8] [F10] [Fn] + [F12] volume Press this button to decrease the system volume Turns on/off the battery beeping sound Turns on/off the volume.
Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer. The Notebook is equipped with a hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades. The CD/DVD-ROM Features of the CD/DVD-ROM Module The features of the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo drive are listed below.
• • Carefully pick up the CD disk by the edges and – while pressing down on the center ring – remove the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo from the tray. Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray. If you experience difficulty when ejecting the CD disk tray, stretch a paper clip (or use a pin or a thin metal rod) and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the right side of the front panel. The CD disk tray should eject immediately.
Preparing the Battery Pack for Use Before using the battery pack for the first time, the Smart Battery IC within the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status. To calibrate the battery pack follows the instructions below: • Insert the battery into the battery compartment and turn on the Notebook. If the battery is completely without power go to the next step. Otherwise, let the battery run down until the battery low-low warning beeps are heard.
Battery Low Warning When the pack initially reaches the “Battery Low” state approximately 10 ~ 15 minutes of the usable battery life is left. You will hear audible beep signals alerting you to the “Battery Low” status. When the battery power reaches the “Battery Low Low” status the beeping sound will accelerate. Your battery now has 1~2 minutes of battery charge remaining. You must save your data or connect AC power immediately; otherwise, you may lose your data.
Press the arrow key until it reaches the “Exit” menu screen. Again press the arrow key and select the “Battery Calibration” item. Press the [Enter] key and disconnect the AC adapter then press the [Y] key until you hear continuous battery low-low warning beeping sounds. The system will be fully discharge and shutdown completely. 3. Connect the AC adapter and let the battery fully recharge.
DESKTOP OPERATION Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing; it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your notebook that are typical of desktop systems. Audio The Multimedia Sound System The Notebook’s built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software.
Sound Recording Your system allows you to record sounds and store them as files using the microphone via the microphone jack on the rear of the notebook computer. Check the Windows Help and Support Center in Windows for information on using the various elements in sound recording. For a high-quality sound, click on the "Volume Control" at the lower right end of your screen. From the Volume Control windows, click on the "Advanced" tab, click and select the "Microphone Boost" item.
CONFIGURING & MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS.
• Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system, such as enabling the FIR module. • Security - Use this menu to set a password. The password allows bootup and controls access to the BIOS setup menu. • Boot - Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook. • Exit - Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program.
F9 F10 Enter Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values. Save and Exit. Will select a sub menu or show a range of options for a field. Launching Submenus Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that a submenu can be launched from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a submenu, simply move the cursor to highlight the field and press the [Enter] key.
The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: 34
The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu: 35
The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also configure the way that the system will boot up. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar.
The Security Menu The Notebook’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program.
The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup.
VGA UTILITIES VGA Utilities After you have restarted Windows, open the “Control Panel” and double click on the “Display” icon. From the “Display Properties” window, select the “Settings” tab and click on the “Advanced” tab to enter the “Digital Flat Panel (1024x768) on VIA/S3G UniChrome Pro IGP" window. You will notice four new entries have been made in the "Utility Manager" window: Gamma Correction, Video Setting, Driver Mode Setting and Product File Information.
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TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you try all the suggested solutions and you still have a problem, make a list of what steps you have taken to correct the problem and contact your dealer.
If you are using the Notebook with the AC adapter, check the power outlet, the power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is a convenient item for checking the power. You may also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure that the switch is on.
• Messages that furnish important information on the power-on and boot processes (such as memory status). These non-critical malfunctions are those that cause incorrect results that may not be readily apparent. An example of a non-critical error would be a memory chip failure. In general, if the POST detects a system board failure (a critical error), the computer halts and generates a series of beeps.
Problem: An unidentified message is displayed. Solution: Reboot the computer and run the BIOS system setup. Confirm the Setup parameters. If the same message is displayed after booting up again, contact technical support for assistance. Problem: The system cannot access the DVD-ROM drive. Solution: Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive. Make sure that you are using the correct program for that kind of CD. For example, the system cannot read a data CD using an audio program.
HOW DO I EXPAND MY NOTEBOOK Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's memory. 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn the notebook over so that the rear ports are facing you and locate the memory module compartment. 3. 4. 5. Remove the screws that secure the RAM module compartment cover and set it aside in a safe place. Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out.
To install the new memory card, hold the card with its gold edge connector toward the edge connector slot of the compartment. To help you orient the cards, the edge connector has been made with two unequal-length sections. You will only be able to insert the card in one direction. 7. Insert the edge connector into the slot. The gold edge connector of the card should not be visible when the card is fully inserted. 8.
SPECIFICATION Detailed Notebook Specifications Processor • VIA C7 Processor, FSB 533/400 MHz, L2 cache 128KB on die Operating System Compliance • Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Edition • Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition Core Logic • VIA VN800 + VIA VT8237R+ Memory • Expansion 1 slot of 200pin SO-DIMM DDRII module, expandable up to 1GB system memory • Support DDRII 533 / 400 DDR module LCD Display • 14.
Application Launch Key • E-mail, Internet, Volume Up, Volume Down hot key LED Status Indicator • Battery, suspend, power on, AC adapter, DVD-ROM drive, hard disk drive, Num Lock mode, Caps Lock mode, Scroll Lock mode Keyboard • 3.0mm travel, inverted-T, 88keys with Windows keys AC Adapter • Input: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 1.5A, Universal • Output: 19V DC, 3.
Factory Option • • • Optical Device: DVD-ROM, Combo (DVD-ROM+ CD-RW), DVD-Dual (DVD+/-RW), Super Multi (DVD-RAM+DVD+/-RW) Support IEEE 802.11 b or IEEEE 802.