■ 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 with Napa Chipset The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel Pentium M dual-core or Mobile Intel Pentium M single-core processor. Together with the latest Napa chipset and technologies, the system offers very advanced PC performances. Advanced Graphic Engine The Intel 945GM Express chipset is integrated with the next-generation Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 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. Wireless LAN The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled systems, devices, or network.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A Glance Top View 1. LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed. 2. Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter data. It has an embedded numeric keypad and cursor control keys. (See Keyboard Section for details.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 3. Touch Pad The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse. 4. LED Status Indicator The LED Status indicators reveal the status of these functions: Numeric keypad, cap lock, scroll lock, WLAN module enabling and disabling and also the ODD, HDD activities. (See the LED Status Indicator Section for details.) The LED Status indicators also reveal the status of the system power state and battery-charging state.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Front and Rear Views Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. Built-in Stereo Speakers The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo. 2. Microphone Jack The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone. 3. Stereo Headphone The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect the headphones or external speakers. 4.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti-theft purpose. 6. Battery Pack The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook. 7. Power Jack (DC-in) The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer. 8. External VGA Port The VGA video output port is for connecting the external LCD monitor or projector.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Side Views Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. 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. 2. 4-in-1 Card Reader The 4-in-1 Card Reader supports SD Card, MMC Card, and MS Card. 3.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics manual eject keyhole allows you to manually eject a jammed disk. 4. Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions. 5. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. 6. Gigabit Ethernet / LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100/1000Base-TX transmission protocol. 7.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Bottom View 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. System Device Cover The system’s processor with cooler assembly, Wireless LAN module, HDD and DDR memory module are located under the case cover. The system memory and hard disk drive can be upgraded to a larger capacity. (See Chapter 4 for instructions on the upgrade.) 3. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. Warning: Do not block the Fan Grill outlet.
■ 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 Blue light indicates the system is powered on. Blinking blue light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode. Blinking orange light indicates the battery is being charged.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Keyboard Features Function Keys (Quick Keys) Graphic Symbol Action System Control Fn + F3 Turns off the LCD backlight. Fn + F4 Enters Suspend Mode. Fn + F5 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only and LCD&CRT. Fn + F6 Decreases Display Brightness. Fn + F7 Increases Display Brightness. Fn + F8 Turns Speaker Volume down. Fn + F9 Turns Speaker Volume up. Fn + F10 Audio Mute on or off. 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 13-inch or 13.3-inch active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The Intel integrated GMA950 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.
■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Opening and Closing the Display Panel To open the display, simply lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. To close the display cover, fold it down gently. 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+F9. To decrease the volume, press Fn+F8. 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 10/100/1000Base-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.
