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Preface Copyright 2004 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 Conventions of This Manual ............................................................. 1 Safety Precautions............................................................................. 2 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise ........................................................... 4 Things you must remember before working on your computer.......... 7 Chapter 2: Introduction ...................................
Using the Remote Control ................................................................. 64 WinDVR Mode ................................................................................. 65 Defining the Video Source ................................................................ 66 Chapter 11: Troubleshooting .....................................................75 Locating a Problem ........................................................................... 75 Checking Cables and Connections .............
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.
Safety Precautions This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while working with this product. Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury. However, you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards: 1. Please read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Please keep this User's Manual for later reference. 3. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning.
e. f. The equipment has dropped and damaged. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage. 14. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. 15. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C. 16. The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A). 17.
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.
8. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitun abgestellt werden. 9. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten. 10. Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden. 11. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw.
Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein. Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse passen. Für die USA und Kanada: A. Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein. 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.
• Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der Nähe des Lecks befindet. • Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser Anleitung beschrieben. 19. Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil. 20. Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung - Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl, vermeiden Sie Kontakt mit dem Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse. 21.
Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen. • Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case. • Do not block the ventilation opening. • Do not place your computer in direct sunlight.
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.
Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need them later if you have to ship the computer for repairs. Because the Notebook computer is available in different configurations, some of the features mentioned in this manual might not be included on your computer or may differ slightly. Getting to Know Your Computer Opening the LCD Panel At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use. 1.
With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer. Each of these features is briefly described below: 1. 2. 3. LCD Cover Release Latch LCD Screen System Status Indicator Panel 1. PCMCIA access 2.
3. 5. 4. 5. 6. Optical drive access CapsLock mode 4. 6. NumLock mode ScrollLock mode Wireless LAN Switch Button Power/Resume Button Short-cut Keys Please noted that the Music/DVD/TV function will only be applicable when the InterVideo applications on the Support CD is installed into your system. The Outlook/Explorer application will automatically installed after the Windows OS is installed in your system. 1. Music Button (Launch the WinRIP application) 2.
The Front Side 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Infrared Remote Control The Stop Button The Previous Track Button The Play/Pause Button The Next Track Button The Volume Down Button The Volume Up Button Audio DJ Power Button You will not be able to use this button to turn off the Windows based CD Player application when the notebook computer is in operation. This application only applies when the system is off or on AC mode. The Left Side 1. 2. 3. 4.
LED Indicators 1. Battery Charge This LED will light when the battery is in charging mode. Suspend 2. This LED will light when the system is in suspend mode. Power On 3. This LED will light when the system is power on. The Right Side 1. 2.
Aside from the CardReader function, this model provides another kind of option with the RAID function that lets you respond for unexpected hardware or software failure and performance. 3. Audio Line Out Headset Jack 4. Optical Drive The Rear 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. External Microphone Jack Front Speaker Jack Rear Speaker Jack Bass & Center Speaker Jack Fiber optic transmitting connector LAN Port When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. 7.
11. S-Video Port 12. External CRT Port 13. Cable TV Input Before connecting the cable into the connector, be sure to remove first the cover on the cable TV connector at the rear of the computer with the aid of a screw driver. 14. Ventilation Opening 15. Kensington Lock The Bottom Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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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. To connect the computer to an external power source: 1.
The best kind of AC power source to connect your Notebook to is a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). Lacking this, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your Notebook. The Notebook comes with its own AC adapter. Do not use a different adapter to power the computer and other electrical devices. Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the Notebook and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery.
Operating on Battery Power Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you operate the computer without an external power source. When the battery pack is fully charged, you can operate the computer for approximately 2.5 hours under the following conditions: • The battery pack initially has a full charge. • No peripheral devices are installed. • The disk/DVD-ROM drives run no more than 10% of the time. Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer for this model only.
1. Turn off the notebook, and disconnect the AC adapter. Close the LCD panel and turn it over and place it on a solid, flat surface. 2. Lift the release latch to release the battery from the bay. At this time the battery will now be angled slightly out of the bay. 3. Hold the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment. Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source.
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 toggle to its original size. [Fn] + [F12] This key combination toggles the display between the LCD, CRT, simultaneous LCD/CRT, simultaneous LCD/TV, simultaneous LCD/CRT/TV.
External CRT Display You can hook up an external monitor through the 15-pin CRT connector. • LCD only • CRT only • Simultaneous display of the LCD screen and CRT monitor • Simultaneous display of the LCD screen and TV screen • Simultaneous display of the TV screen, CRT monitor and LCD screen 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.
To disable the Notebook numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, use the [Fn] + [NumLk] hot key on the Notebook keyboard. The Notebook’s Hot Key Controls KEYS FUNCTION(S) Power Button Press this button once to power on or enter the suspend/resume mode. Press this button for more than 4 seconds to power off the system. [Fn] + [F2] This key combination turns on/off the volume. [Fn] + [F3] Decreases the speaker volume. [Fn] + [F4] Increases the speaker volume.
KEYS FUNCTION(S) Internet Button Open the Microsoft’s IE Internet Explorer Email Button Open the Microsoft’s Outlook The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slit it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons. TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. Please take note of the following precautions.
The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades. The DVD-ROM/Combo Features of the DVD-ROM/Combo Module The features of the DVD-ROM/Combo drive are listed below. • The Audio Play feature allows you to play music CDs • Front panel load/unload button • Supports CD-DA, DVD-ROM mode 1 and mode 2, Multi-Session Photo CD™, CD-I/Video CD (pcs.) • Low power consumption • 12.7mm height Precautions for Handling DVD-ROM/Combo Discs • • • • • • Always hold the disc by the edges, avoid touching the surface.
The system will beep once to indicate that it has detected the PC card. To remove a PC card push the eject button, the button will pop-out, push the button again to eject the PCMCIA. When inserting a Type II PC card, make sure the connector is inserted in the socket. Before ejecting a PC card, ensure that it is not being accessed by the System. For example, if the message “Write protect error writing Drive x” is displayed, the user has to change the write protect switch setting on the memory card.
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: 1. 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 Status Windows XP has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the Notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery. 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 an audible beep signal every 1.
Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power. Resetting the System After installing a software application package, you may be prompted to reset the system to load the changed operating environment. To reset the system, or “reboot,” press the [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Delete] keys simultaneously. This is known as “warm boot.
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DESKTOP OPERATION 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. The Notebook is equipped with internal stereo speakers, a microphone, and input audio ports for external audio units. An external microphone can be connected to the microphone jack.
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. Playing Sound Files Your notebook can play audio files stored in MIDI, WAVE or MP3 file format. Check the Help and Support Center in Windows for information on the functions of the Media Player.
Installing the modem Using the modem to connect to the Internet is a common practice. Connect the modem to this notebook according to the methods described on the rear, and then use a phone cable to connect the slot on the modem to the jack of the phone line. The hardware installation is complete. Then follow the instructions from your ISP (Internet Service Provider), to make the proper connection to the Internet.
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CONFIGURING AND 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.
Item Specific Help On the right side of the Setup screen is an area labeled Item Specific Help. This area will list navigation key shortcuts and information that is specific for the item that you are currently editing. The Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: • Main - Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. • Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system.
Legend Key Alternate Key Function right. ↑ or ↓ arrow keys Moves the cursor up and down between fields. Tab Enter Moves the cursor to the next position available in the field. Shift + Tab Moves the cursor to previous position available in the field. Minus key (-) Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field. Plus key (+) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field. Home PgUp Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window.
Save Changes and Exit the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the advanced menu: If your system support InterVideo application, select the “InterVideo” item from the “Shortcut Key Working With” selection menu. If your system supports the WinXP MCE application, select the “WinXP MCE” item from the “Shortcut Key Working With” selection menu. If your system supports the CyberLink application, select the “CyberLink” item from the “Shortcut Key Working With” selection menu.
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 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 following screen appears: Use the up and down arrows to select the boot device. Then press either the plus key [+] to move the device up the list or the minus key [-] to move the device down the list.
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.
RAID SETTING (OPTION) Raid Setting (If Your System Supports RAID) Short for Redundant Array of Independent (or Inexpensive) Disks, a category of disk drives that employ one or more drives in combination for to respond gracefully to an unexpected hardware or software failure and performance. RAID disk drives are used frequently on servers but aren't generally necessary for personal computers. There are number of different RAID levels.
• Press key combination to further enter the available option in installing the RAID setting. • Select from 1 to 5 for various option. • Press the “ESC” key to exit after the application has been properly installed. Installing the System OS The support CD that comes along with your package contain the RAID driver for you to install in order to run this application. • Insert the Support CD into your notebook optical drive. Copy the Driver\RAID\*.* to the diskette.
• • • Connect the floppy disk drive along with the diskette inserted inside to your notebook computer. Insert your OS CD into the optical drive. Power on your computer and boot directly from the OS CD. • Follow the instruction on the display and press the “F6” button. • Press the “S” key to the additional device.
• 48 Again press the “Enter” key to select the Win XP OS and proceed with the installation of the Win XP on your system.
MICROSOFT CENTER EDITION (MCE) (OPTION) Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) The Windows MCE is a complete software for home PC operating system for you to enjoy entertainment choices together in one place easily accessible from anywhere in the room. This will benefits the consumers to enjoy Media Center experience in their own living room. For more information on the function of the MCE, please refer to the Microsoft’s Windows XP MCE user’s guide that goes along with your software package.
Please be advice that when you received your computer, the MCE port at the rear side is block for the reason that It is not available yet for this version. MCE Application Sound Adjustment This notice only applies to those systems that only support MCE application when you are using the Windows volume adjustment function. From your Windows, click on the lower left corner of the screen the speaker icon and open the Volume Control Properties Window. If you are using MCE’s “My TV” application 50 1.
3. Click on the “Options” tab and select the “Properties” item. 4. From the “Properties” display window, enable the “Aux” item and click “OK”. 5. The “Aux” is now added on the “Volume Control” window. 6. Enable the “Mute” tab on the “Aux” item and close the window. If you are using InterVideo’s WinDVR application The procedures are almost the same as those mentioned above from steps 1 to 5 to adjust the volume control. On step 6, disable the “Mute” tab on the “Aux” item and close the window.
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THE SOFTWARE UTILITIES DISKS There are two separate procedures on how to install the driver: AutoRun installation and Manual installation. AutoRun Installation Installing the AGP Driver • • • Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\AGP\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system. Installing VGA Display Driver • • • Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\VGA\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system.
• Wizard. Restart the system. Installing the TV Tuner Drivers • • • Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\TVTuner\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system. Installing the TouchPad Driver • • • Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\Touchpad\win2KXP\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system. Installing the InterVideo WinCinema (XP) Driver • • • Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive.
Installing the LiteOn/PCTEL Modem Driver • • • Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\MDC\LiteOn\Modem\WinXP\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system. Installing the Billionton/SmartLink Modem Driver • • • Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. D:\Driver\MDC\Billionton\Modem\Win2KXP\, click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Restart the system.
• • • • • Click on the "Hardware" tab from the "System Properties" dialog window. Click the "Device Manager" button. Double click on the "Other Devices", double click the "Network Controller " and click on the "Driver" tab. Click the "Update Driver" tab and select the "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" item and click "Next".
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 “(Multiple Monitors) on ATi MOBILITY RADEON 9700 Series Properties" window.
ATI Adapter ATI’s Display The ATI’s Display driver allows three simultaneous outputs to LCD, CRT, LCD/CRT, TV/LCD, LCD/TV and CRT. Before proceeding, be sure the monitor is connected to the computer. User can also use hotkeys by typing the name that corresponds with the combinations mentioned above.
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Color You can adjust the right resolution for your screen display.
Options Display all the items concerning the ATI related function.
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VIEWING LIVE VIDEO (OPTION) The Utility allows you to access the entire range of display controls and configuration options. Its live video can co-exist with other applications running at the time. In addition, you have the choice of keeping the default video window size, scaling it to any other size or using the entire screen for video display.
• DVR Mode Button - Press the DVR button if you want to use the WinDVR software. “WinDVR” gives you high-quality digital recording of your favorite TV shows on your PC. • DVD Mode Button - Press the DVD button if you want to use the WinDVD software. “WinDVD” uses the power of your PC to bring DVDs to life. • Music/Audio DJ Mode Button Under Windows environment – Pressing this button will launch the InterVideo “WinRIP” application to play your favorite music.
Defining the Video Source Select the PAL, NTSC or SECAM, depending on which standard the selected source is using. The factory default is the standard used by your purchase country, and normally there is no need to change this setting. If you are working outside your country, you are required to adjust the setting of our video source. From the WinDVR window, click on your mouse right button and select the “Setup” item.
Application buttons in DVR mode TV - Launch the WinDVR application Channel Surfing - Surf channels by displaying 16 channels at once. Full screen - Change display size to full screen. Mute - Mute or restore sound when watching TV. C.C. (Close Caption) - Display overlay text caption. MTS/SAP - Switch TV sound mode to mono stereo or SAP Scan (Auto scan) - Scans all available channels for context. Arrow Up and Down - Navigates up or down. Arrow Left and Right - Navigates left or right.
Select - Selection. CH Up & Down - Selects next higher or lower channel in channel memory. Replay – Playback previous sequel after pressing the TimeShift. Skip - Skip the recorded program. Volume (Volume up and down) Increase and decrease sound. Stop - Stops functions such as record, play, rewind, forward and pause. Play/Pause - Plays or pauses a scene. Record - Records TV and encodes it into MPEG I/II format. TimeShift - Pauses live TV. Real Screen (Go Live) – Stop timeshift.
Application buttons in DVD mode DVD - Launch the WinDVD application. Audio Selection - Selects a language. Subtitle - Activates language subtitles. Full screen - Change display size to full screen. Angle (Angle Selection) - Allows multiple angle viewing Mute - Mute or restore sound when watching CD title or MPEG file. Arrow Up and Down - Navigates up or down. Arrow Left and Right - Navigates left or right. Cancel - Cancel last operation. Select - Selection. Speed - Speed up the play.
Please take note that when you are playing the DVD applicaton, you will only be able to use the Remote Control DVD button if your system support the InterVideo WinCinema application.If your system support the WinXPMCE application, you will have to use the “Microsoft Remote Control” that comes with your package. Use Lunch key to chosoe between these two applications, please proceed to BIOS Setup and select the “Advanced” menu.
The VGA driver default value set the LCD as Primary display device. If the LCD is set as “Primary” display therefore the video image will not display on the monitor or TV. However, if you wish to have the video image display on your external display devices, set the monitor or TV as your “Primary” display device.
Application buttons in Music mode Music - Launch the WinRIP application. DSP Toggle – Let you enable or disable the DSP window when the WinRIP application is launched. Mute - Mute or restore sound when playing music. Arrow Up and Down - Navigates up or down. Arrow Left and Right - Navigates left or right. Cancel - Cancel last operation. Select - Selection. Track (Previous & Next) - Plays previous or next track in the list. Volume (Volume up and down) Increase and decrease sound.
Application buttons in Audio DJ mode Audio DJ - Launch the Audio DJ application when the system is off. Mute - Mute or restore sound when listening audio DJ. Volume (Volume up and down) Increase and decrease sound. REW - Play disc in fast reverse mode. FWD - Play disc in fast forward mode. Stop - Stop the recording. Play/Pause - Play or pause a music track.
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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.
Checking Cables and Connections Start by performing a careful visual inspection of the exterior of the computer. If no LEDs are illuminated, make sure that your computer and its peripherals are getting power and communicating with each other properly. To check the power cables, and connections: 1. If you have been using battery power, connect the Notebook to an external power source and make sure that the battery has a charge. 2. 3. 4.
The Power-On Self Test The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs every time you turn on or reset the Notebook. The POST checks memory, the main system board, the display, the keyboard, the disk drives, and other installed options. A few seconds after you turn on your computer, a copyright message appears on your display screen. A memory test message appears next; as the test continues, memory size increases until all installed memory is tested.
Solution: Please discharged to less than 95% of its capacity then recharge the battery. Problem: Failure in the installation of the Audio driver. Solution: Be sure to first remove the current audio device from your system. Please follow the instruction on the installation of audio driver. Problem: The display screen is dark Solution: Make sure that the computer is not in Suspend mode. Check the Brightness controls for the screen. If the controls are turned too far down, the screen will be dark.
Problem: You can’t save data to disk. Solution: Ensure that the disk has been formatted. Consult your operating system manual for information on formatting floppy diskettes. Problem: You cannot use the mouse. Solution: Check the cable connection. Check the mouse with another application to see if there is a software incompatibility problem. If possible, check the mouse with another computer to see if it works. If it doesn’t operate on a different system, the mouse might be broken.
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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. Open your computer and locate on the 4 grip of the keyboard attaching to the slot. Use any card to release the keyboard by inserting on the 4 grip attaching the keyboard. 3. Turn over the keyboard and locate for the RAM module compartment. 4.
6. 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.
How to install your New Hard Drive 1. You will need to align the tabs on the drive bracket with the slots on the bay. 2. Press down gently on the drive bracket until it engages with the system. Do not force the drive into place this can bend the pins on the hard drive. 3. Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case. 4. Secure the cover with the two screws.
If your System supports CardReader (Optional) Another option if your system supports a 6-in-1 card reader module that is swappable with the 2nd HDD. CPU Upgrade To upgrade your CPU, follow the procedures below: 1. Turn the notebook over so that the rear ports are facing you. Locate for the expansion compartment. 2. 84 Unscrew and remove the cover of the CPU compartment.
3. 4. 5. 6. Remove all the screws attached to the heatsink. Before removing the screws, there are certain measures to followed in removing the heatsink To remove the heatsink, first loosen the screw carefully. After loosening one screw, be certain that the next to be loosen should be the screw on its adjacent side as shown on the illustration. Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink. Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink. 7.
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SPECIFICATION Detailed Notebook Specifications CPU • • • • • Intel P4 Northwood series 2.4G/2.6G/2.8G/3.0G/3.2G CPU, 512KB L2 cache on die, CPU front-side bus (FSB) 800 MHz, supports Hyper-Threading Technology Intel P4 Prescott series 2.8G/3.0G/3.2G CPU, 1 MB L2 cache on die, CPU front-side bus (FSB) 800 MHz, supports HyperThreading Technology Mobile Intel P4 Northwood series up to 3.
• • • • • • • • • • USB 1.1/2.0 host controller Dual IDE Master/ Slave Controller Integrated Fast Ethernet MAC controller Integrated Audio controller w/ AC97 interface: AC97 v2.2 compliance Integrated IEEE 1394a host controller Advanced Power Management: meets ACPI v1.0b requirement, meets APM 1.2 requirement Integrated DMA Controller Integrated Interrupt Controller Integrated Keyboard Controller: supports PS/2 Mouse interface Integrated PCI to LPC bridge: LPC 1.
RW Disk Array (Factory Option) Controller • Promise PDC20265R Bus Mastering Ultra DMA PCI— ATA/ATAPI Controller Features • • • • • • • • Supports RAID 0 or RAID 1 Single chip ATA/ATAPI controller implementation for easy integration Bus mastering design takes full advantage of multi-tasking, multithreading operating systems and greatly improves performance Provides scatter/gather DMA mechanism that complies with Revision 1.
• • USB bus power and self power capability. Lower power consumption. Internal PLL, only takes 12MHz crystal to provide 48MHz frequency. Supports Compact Flash card (CF), Microdrive card (MD), Smart Media card (SM), Multi Media card (MMC), Secure Digital card (SD), and Memory Stick card (MS) interfaces Pointing Devices • Synaptics TouchPad Keyboard • • • • US/Europe, DOS/V keyboard for Japan, full size keyboard alike pitch 300 mm keyboard with key stroke 3.
• • Ability to play DVD/Music when powering on the system Operation keys: (Play/Pause, FF, RW, Stop, Volume Up, Volume Down) Communication Gigabit Lan (Factory Option) • • • Controller: Marvell 8001 Integrated Gigabit Ethernet Controller Supports PCI 2.2, 32bit, 33/66 MHz Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support Mini PCI WLAN (Factory Option) • • • Built-in wireless LAN Antenna Switch to turn on/off the RF Three optional WLAN modules: 802.11b or 802.11g or 802.
DVD mode: For playing the DVD with high-quality picture and supporting the time stretching Music mode: For enjoying the music and lets you can record, store and organize your music collection AudioDJ mode: For enjoying the music from Audio DJ without power on the system I / O Ports Standard Ports • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • One S-video TV out port for TV One DC input port for External AC adapter (2-pin DC jack) One Type II PCMCIA Card Socket One video port for external analog VGA monitor (15-pin female
Graphic and Video Controller • ATI Mobility M11-P, 708-pin BGA package Features • • • • • 3D Acceleration Feature: four parallel 3D rendering pipelines/ full DirectX9 Pixel Shader 2.0 support Dual Display: Dual independent display (LCD/DVI, DVI/CRT, LCD/TV, CRT/TV, etc), integrated TV encoder w/ on-chip triple DAC Digital Display support: supports flat panel displays via DVI/ fixed resolution from VGA to wide UXGA; integrated LVDS transmitter and TMDS transmitter Comprehensive AGP support: AGP3.
• • • Removable and rechargeable Charging time for one battery pack: 3.5 hours to full charge when system off or in suspend More than 2.0 hours battery lifetime under Ziff-Davis Inc. BatteryMark 4.01 Test with Intel 478 pin Northwood 2.4GHz CPU and 17” XTFT LCD installed at 25oC Dimensions • • Weight: 4.5 Kg Size: 397.0 x 285.0 x 39.0/44.0 mm Options • • • • • Mini PCI WLAN 802.11b/802.11g (Built-in wireless LAN antenna) or 802.
Device Drivers and Utilities • • • • • • • • • VGA driver, Audio driver, Touch-Pad driver, Modem driver, LAN driver, WLAN driver, RAID driver, Card reader driver, AV function applications 95
