Chapter 1.
1-1. Read this carefully before using the Notebook PC.
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▶ ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Compliance (Korea) LG Electronics, Inc. is an ENERGY STAR-compliant company and has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote energy-efficient products. Reducing energy consumption of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources.
▶ LG Intelligent Update CD To install a driver or application, use LG Intelligent Update CD provided by LG Electronics. 1. Guides you to configure the optimal environment for the system. 2. Provides you with an overview before use. ▶ Using Ez User Guide/Ez Troubleshooting For more convenient use of the machine, we provide you with Ez User Guide/Ez Troubleshooting. Install them by selecting LG Intelligent Update CD > Manual Installation > Application.
1. Table of Contents 2. Start 3. Help: Helps you to find the answers to your questions and solve problems. ▶ Ez User's Guide Thank you for purchasing the LG Electronics product. This machine is built on cutting-edge technology and has been tested reliably. For the sake of convenient use, please read this manual in advance. The below symbols are to inform you of dangers and safety concerns that you must be aware of. Read the symbol-indicated instructions with caution to avoid any possible mishap.
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▶ Ez User Guide Tour 1. Toolbar -Hide/Show: Hide or show the navigation window. -Back: Displays the previous page in the navigation history. -Forward: Displays the next page in the navigation history. -Home: Displays the Home page. -Print: Prints the current page. -Option: Displays options. -Help: Mostly used for touring this guide. 2. Navigation Bar -Index: Displays a categorized list of subjects. -Search: Allows users to type key words and search manually.
1-2. Important safety information Please avoid any undesirable environmental factor that shortens the machine's life span. Use the machine in a safe and stable place. The warranty does not cover any damage resulting from reckless use or use in undesirable environments. ▶ Installation Do not use the machine in damp places like a laundry room or bathroom. Moisture may cause a glitch or an electric shock. The desirable temperature and humidity ranges are from 10 to 35 and from 80% to 20%, respectively.
Do not leave or use the computer near a magnetic object. Otherwise, the H/D and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly. Never place the computer on a bag with magnetic objects including magnetic buttons. Otherwise, the H/D and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly. Operate the product in a place without electromagnetic interference. Keep a proper distance between the computer and such electronic appliances as speakers that generate strong magnetic fields.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Otherwise, it may explode. Do not dispose of a spent (backup) battery arbitrarily. It may explode or cause a fire. Disposal methods may differ by country and region. Dispose of the spent battery in accordance with the laws and safety rules of the country and region. If you find leakage or smell bad odor from the battery, remove the battery and contact the local service center. It may explode or cause a fire. Avoid humidity and heat above 60 as do in cars or saunas.
Do not use the laptop on top of carpet, blanket or bed. The product may malfunction, cause a fire or burn the user due to temperature rise. Read the directions printed on the battery pack carefully before use. Keep the battery at room temperature. Refer to other Tips and directions in this guide to store the battery properly. ▶ Using AC Adapter Do not use loose plugs or damaged power cords. An electric shock or fire may occur. Do not touch the power cord with your hands wet.
In the case that a strange noise is heard from the cord or plug, disconnect the power cord from the outlet immediately and contact the service center. A fire or electric shock may occur. Never disassemble the power supply and adapter. A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire. Use a socket with an earth pin equipped. If not earthed, the product may cause an electric shock and get damaged. Ensure that the power outlet is earthed before plugging in.
▶ Using Notebook PC Clean the computer with a proper agent and dry it completely before using it again. If the computer is wet while used, an electric shock or fire may occur. When lightning flashes in your area, disconnect the power, modem, LAN and other connections. An electric shock or fire may occur. Do not leave a cup or other containers filled with watery substance near the computer. If the machine is soaked, a fire or electric shock may occur. Do not connect the modem to a key telephone system.
Do not play computer games too much. Playing a computer game for an extensive time may cause a mental disorder. It could even inflict physical impairments on feeble people including children and the elderly. You may hear noise while on 3D mode. Do not leave any object such as a pen on the keypad. You might break the LCD panel by unwittingly shutting it down with the object remaining on the pad. Do not press or scratch the LCD panel with a sharp object. It may cause an impairment.
To clean the LCD panel, use designated agents and soft cloth and rub the panel in one direction. Too much force may damage the panel. When handling computer parts, follow the instructions in the manual. Otherwise, damage may be inflicted. Do not put your finger or an object in the PC card slots. An injury or electric shock may occur. Install a vaccine program on your computer and do not download illegal programs nor access any corruptive web site such as those pushing pornographic contents.
Do not insert other devices than designated ones in the ports. Otherwise, the product may get damaged. Do not use a damaged CD-ROM disk or floppy disk. It may cause product damage or physical injury. Prevent children from thrusting their finger in the CD drive tray. The finger may be stuck in the tray and injured. To remove a CD, turn off the CD program and when the drive lamp is off press Eject button. Otherwise, the fast spinning CD may spring out of the tray and hurt you.
▶ Upgrading Notebook PC To upgrade the machine, turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and the battery. Disconnect the telephone line linked to the modem, if any. An electric shock or fire may occur. When you disassemble and upgrade the machine, prevent children from swallowing any parts including bolts. If a child swallowed a nut, they may get suffocated. In that case, see the doctor immediately. Please use parts certified by LG Electronics Inc. Otherwise, a fire or product damage may occur.
Do not drop any part or device of the machine while disassembling it. If dropped, it may be damaged and cause an injury. ▶ Carrying Notebook PC To carry the machine, turn off the power and disconnect all the cables. Otherwise, you may trip over the wire, damaging the computer and getting an injury. During air traveling, follow the directions of flight attendants. Using a laptop during flight may cause an aircraft accident. Do not carry the machine with the LCD panel open.
Do not leave the powered-on computer in a space without enough ventilation (i.e. bags) for an extended or repeated time. The battery may overheat and cause a fire. ▶ Safety Notes to Prevent Data Loss (HDD Management) Handle the computer with care to prevent a data loss. Since the hard disk is sensitive to shocks, please make a back-up file of important data all the time. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any hard-disk data loss caused by your mistake.
Windows Vista Capable PC provides an environment where users can enjoy remarkable advancements in information structuring and searching, security, and stability. However, not all computers with the Windows Vista Capable PC logo can support the full range of Windows Vista features. More powerful hardware combination is required for some premium features of Windows Vista as in the case of Windows Aero. Windows Vista Capable PC has to be equipped with the required or more powerful parts to work flawlessly.
■ Long time use of computer may cause physical fatigue. ■ A 10 minutes break after 50 minute use is desirable. Avoid using the computer more than 2 hours a day. ■ Take a rest regularly and stretch your body. ▶ Adjusting volume (headset and speakers) Check the volume before listening to music ■ Before using the headset, check if the volume is too high. ■ Do not use the headset too long.
Chapter 2.
2-1. Opening/Closing Notebook PC 1. Raise the Notebook PC cover upward. Adjust the angle for the best convenient position. 2. Be sure to close the computer after use.
2-2. Operation Status Lamps 1. Power Lamp: -Blinking: System Standby -On: The system is running on the AC power or battery. -Off: The system is turned off or in Hibernates. 2. AC Power and Battery Status Lamp -Orange: The battery is being charged. -Orange/Green Blinking: Charged more than 90% -Off: The AC adapter is not connected and the battery is being discharged. -Green: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is not in charging stage, or the battery is fully charged.
-Blinking (every 2 ~ 3 seconds): Wireless LAN/Bluetooth is not connected but Wireless Radio is on. -Blinking (every 3 ~ 4 seconds): An access Point is being searched for to connect Wireless LAN/Bluetooth. -On: An access point is being searched for or Wireless LAN is connected. The Wireless LAN/Bluetooth lamp may operate differently depending on model type. The Wireless LAN card and the Bluetooth device are optional, and so it may not be supported in some models.
Chapter 3.
3-1. Running on Battery Notebook PC runs on AC power or battery. This section describes the procedure that the user should take initially for a new system. The provided AC adapter can be used on voltage between 100V and 240V. Charge the new battery with the AC adapter before use. Refer to [Charging Battery with AC Adapter] in User's Guide. 1. Turn the machine over to see the battery pack chamber and equip the pack.
-When the battery status lamp is blinking, charge it fully with the AC adapter before using it. 4. To remove the battery pack, push the Lock button to the direction of Unlock and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG Electronic Inc. ■ Uncertified batteries may explode. ■ Ensure the power is off before changing the battery pack. Keep the battery pack removed when the machine is not in use. ■ Otherwise, a fire and product damage may result.
For more efficient use of the battery, read the following carefully. ■ Natural discharge: The battery runs low naturally even if it is kept unused. ■ Periodical full (dis)charge: Repeated recharge in midway shortens the running time gradually. To lengthen the span, charge and discharge the battery to the fullest once or twice. For optimal use, execute the full charge/discharge every 30 to 60 days. Still better, recharge the battery after it has run out.
3-2. Charging Battery with AC Adapter Notebook PC runs on AC power or battery. This section describes the procedure that the user should take initially for a new system. The provided AC adapter can be used on voltage between 100V and 240V. 1. Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet with the power cable. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the power port of the notebook PC. 1. AC Adapter 2. Power cable 3. Adjust the LCD panel to the most comfortable angle. 4. Press the power button to turn on the machine.
3-3. Registering Windows Ensure that the AC adapter is connected or the battery is charged before turning on the machine. Refer to the below directions to turn on/off the machine. ▶ Turning On 1. Open the machine and adjust the panel. 2. Press Power button and self-diagnosis begins. After self-diagnosis, Windows XP home screen appears. 3. Registering the User with Windows XP Home Edition/Professional -In the initial use, after turning on the system the user is required to register himself with Windows XP.
2. When [End User License Agreement] appears, read it carefully, select Yes, I accept. (Y) and click Next. 3. The [Please specify a computer name.] screen appears. Fill in Computer Name (C) and Computer Description (O) fields and click Skip button to continue. To set up the Internet, click Next and continue.
4. When the [Register with Microsoft?] screen appears, select No, not at this time. (N) and click Next. 5. When the [Help protect your PC.] screen appears, select "Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Update now" and click Next.
6. When the [Type the user name] screen appears, enter your User Name (Y) and click Next. 7. When the [Thank you] screen appears, click Finish (F). Now, you have completed the installation process.
▶ System Termination 1. To turn off the computer, close all applications and on the Windows XP home screen click Start and Turning Off Computer. 2. When the [Shutdown Computer] screen appears, click Shutdown. 3. The computer turns off automatically 4. Close the computer.
Do not turn off the power forcibly while the hard disk drive lamp is on. ■ The data may get damaged. ■ Occasionally the system on Windows may not be shut down automatically. When this happens, press Power button for five seconds or longer to forcibly shut down. However, this is an emergency measure and it may cause system errors. It is recommended to click the Start button and select [Turn off Computer] menu to shut down the computer.
3-4. Windows XP Overview Windows XP is stylish, novel, and easy to use. The desktop and task bar images are simplified, and you can easily access applications through the Start menu. There are more Desktop options for you to customize the environment. ▶ Windows XP Tour Windows is an operation system based on which a computer runs. It is recommended to learn the basic functionality of Windows for better use of a computer. 1. Click Start button and click Windows XP Tour. 2.
▶ Windows XP Desktop 1. Start button - Unfolds Start menu when clicked. 2. Start menu -Includes programs needed to start Windows. -Clicking All Programs displays the list of all programs installed on the system. 3. Taskbar -Shows all currently running programs. 4. Toolbar -Clicking the icon switches the language to another such as Korean/English. -The user can add or delete various toolbars. 5. Taskbar icons and clock -Allows you to set up resolution, Power Management and other basic configurations.
▶ Start menu Includes all programs needed to start Windows. 1. Fixed Items 2. Recently Used Programs -The order of the programs is subject to change. 3. All Programs 4. Start -Allows you to easily access most commonly used programs. 5. My Documents -Keeps your documents. 6. My computer -Displays information on drives and networks and allows you to retrieve or execute files and folders. 7. Control Panel -Allows you to customize computer settings.
▶ Help and Support Allows you to learn about Windows use and get troubleshooting information and technical supports. Please read the menu before using the computer. 1. Click Start button and Help and Support on Start menu.
2. Then, the following screen will appear. 3. Allows you to search for wanted items through such methods as Suggested Topics, Full-text Search Matches, and Microsoft Knowledge Base. Microsoft Knowledge Base is supported only when the Internet is connected. 4. Helps you with many such troubles as learning about the features of Windows XP and getting troubleshooting information through appropriate items. 5.
3-5. Windows XP Power Management Windows XP has a self-power management feature. With that, you can lower the power consumption of Notebook PC. ▶ Power Option Registration Information 1. On the home screen, click Start button and Control Panel. 2. Double-click Control panels|Switch to Classic View|Power Options icons. 3. When Power Option Registration Information window appears, on Power Schemes tab, customize the power management settings for the user environments.
■ If you execute System standby or System hibernates while playing a computer game, a serious error may occur. Be sure to end the game before entering into System standby or System hibernates.
3-6. Scanning Computer Viruses Computer viruses are programs that penetrate other programs and files. Computer viruses infect other files through replication, leaving the infected files and programs damaged and unusable. The Notebook PC comes with a vaccine program called Norton AntiVirus. You can use Norton AntiVirus and LiveUpdate free of charge for 90 days. The displayed image can be modified without prior notice. Norton AntiVirus can also be installed using LG Intelligent Update CD.
4. When the Norton AntiVirus installation screen appears, select the destination folder to intall the program and click [Next]. When the Microsoft Windows installer update window appears, install the update. (You need to be connected to the Internet to install Microsoft Windows installer.) 5. The installation program starts to install Norton Antivius.
6. When the installation of Norton AntiVirus is finished as below, click [Next]. 7. When the following screen appears, select [Continue with my 90 day Subscription] and click [Next]. 8. When the following screen appears, click [Finish] to complete the installation. If the system is connected to the Internet, the user registration screen may appear.
instructed on the screen and click [Next]. If you don't want to register, click [Skip]. ▶ Updating Norton AntiVirus A modem or LAN card must be installed in the computer to update Norton Antivirus. Update is available only through the Internet. 1. Click Start on the taskbar and select All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > LiveUpdate. 2. LiveUpdate downloads and installs the update automatically.
3. When the update is complete, click [Restart] to reboot the system. ▶ Scanning Viruses with Norton AntiVirus 1. Double-click the Norton AntiVirus icon on the desktop, or click [Start] > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Norton AntiVirus. 2. In the Norton AntiVirus tab, click [Task & Scans] > [Run a Scan], select the scan method, and start the scan. 3. Scan is performed and the result is displayed.
If the system is infected with a virus, the Repair window is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to repair the infected files. 4. When the scan is complete, click [Finish] to exit the program.
3-7. CyberLink YouCam CyberLink YouCam is the program that can take picture or moving images through the Web Camera. The figures herein are subject to change without prior notice. Web Camera is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models. For more information about its operations, refer to the Help of CyberLink Youcam. ▶ Using Cyberlink YouCam 1. Double-click the CyberLink YouCam Icon on the Desktop to run the program. 2. The main windows of CyberLink YouCam appears as follows.. 3.
3. Snapshot : Takes pictures. 4. Burst : Takes pictures continuously. 5. Capture : Takes moving images. 6. YouTube : Uploads the taken moving images to YouTube. 7. E-Mail : Sends the taken pictures or moving images through E-mail. 8. 9. 58 Recycle Bin : Deletes the taken pictures or moving images. Help: Displays the help windows for YouCam.
Chapter 4.
4-1. Using the Keyboard The keyboard allows the user to input data or give commands. ▶ Keyboard Overview The keyboard consists of character and numeric keys as well as function keys. 1. Function keys (F1 ~ F12) -The usage may differ by OS or applications types. 2. Fn key: -Works as part of hot keys if used with function keys. 3. Character and Numeric Keys: -Consists of keys, spacebar, numeric keys (0 ~ 9), and special symbol keys. -Spacebar: Inserts a white space per hit while you type. 4.
▶ Using Special Keys 1. Esc key -Terminates or stops a program. 2. Caps Lock key -Used to turn on Caps Lock lamp. When this lamp is on, you can type uppercase letters without holding Shift key. To type lowercase letters, press this key again. This does not apply to Korean characters. 3. Shift key -used to type uppercase letters or as part of hot keys. 4. Windows key -Allows you to select Windows Start button and open Start menu . 5. Shortcut Menu Key: -Allows you to open the Windows shortcut menus.
■ Toggle Caps Lock key to turn the Caps Lock lamp ON or OFF and to maintain the uppercase/lowercase mode. The on/off status is displayed through the lamp on the notebook PC body. ■ By holding Shift key, you can type uppercase letters when Caps Lock is off or lowercase letters when Caps Lock is on. For more convenient use of Windows XP, remember the following Windows key combinations: ■ Displays Windows XP Help. ■ Displays "Search Result - Computer" window. ■ Displays "Search Result" window.
Fn + F3 Magnifying hot keys. Fn + F4 Executes the mode defined in the Windows Power Save Mode. (Example: Standby, Hibernate) Fn + F5 When the user presses Fn + F5 keys, the touchpad mode alternates between Touchpad Disable and Touchpad Enable. (Initialization takes 1 ~ 2 seconds. It is recommended to use after the initialization.) Fn + F6 Turns the wireless devices (incl. Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) on and off (Bluetooth is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models.
4-2. Using the Touchpad (and Mouse) The touch pad is equipped with the scroll feature and can function as a wheel mouse. The touchpad is compatible with the USB-type mouse in software. The touchpad functions same as the USB-type mouse and is very useful for a program supporting mouse use like the Windows. The touchpad and a USB-type mouse can be used together on the same system. 1. Touchpad -Moves the cursor. 2. Scrolling area 3. Left button -Used to select or execute programs. 4.
▶ Click (Select) Press and release the left button swiftly. (Or tap the touchpad once.) Do this, for example, to select a menu or icon and to place the cursor to type on a word processor file. ▶ Double-click (Execute) Press and release the left button twice swiftly in a series. (Or tap the touchpad twice swiftly in a series.) Do this, for example, to run a program after selecting its execution file (or icon).
▶ Click-free Dragging When activated, this feature allows you to drag an icon without pressing and holding the left button. Do the following to activate the click-free dragging feature. If it has been done, pressing the left button for an extensive time replaces pressing and constant holding so that you can drag without holding the left button. 1. Click [Mouse Properties] icon in Notification Area. 2.
The width of scroll bar may differ by computer model type.
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Chapter 5.
5-1. Connecting USB 2.0 Following peripherals can be connected to the Notebook PC. Those peripherals need to be purchased separately. The notebook PC can be connected with other USB supporting devices such as USB keyboard, Hub, digital camera, etc.
5-2. Connecting Monitor Monitor Toggle Features (Converting the Screen Using the Shortcut Key) If you have an external monitor connected to the computer, press Fn + F7 keys to rotate the display mode between LCD only, Monitor only, and LCD + Monitor both in order. ■ Ensure the monitor power is off before connect external monitor to the notebook pc.
5-3. Using Bluetooth Bluetooth establishes wireless connection between the MS Windows user and the various Bluetooth enabled digital devices such as camera, cell phone, headset, printer, GPS receiver, etc. Bluetooth is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models. The images and contents of Using Bluetooth may differ depending on the MS-Windows version. For more information, refer to the Help of the Bluetooth setup program. ▶ Searching for and Using Bluetooth Device 1.
4. When the following [Bluetooth Manager-Bluetooth Security] window appears, enter the password for the Bluetooth device. For a password, you can use the password provided by the Bluetooth device manufacturer or you can set it yourself. 5.
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Chapter 6.
6-1. Starting System Setup System setup means storing the hardware configuration information of the computer in the CMOS RAM. Through system setup, the computer retrieves various information including current date and time, memory capacity, and H/D capacity and type. You setup the system when you set passwords, change the booting order, and add new peripheral devices to the machine. Items displayed on the Setup screen may differ by model type and spec. ■ Refer to [Setting the Password].
3. A while later, the system setup home screen appears. ▶ Keys Used in System Setup Keys Descriptions Enter Selects the current item. Esc To deselect the current item or to move to the previous screen. , , , (Arrow keys) Moves the cursor up, down, left, and right. +, - Increases or decreases the item value. F1 Displays the Setup Help. F9 Loads the optimized default values. F10 Stores new contents or ends the system setup.
Cursor Keypad ■ These keys are used to move the cursors up, down, right, and left.
6-2. Setting the Password This process is to set a password so that other people cannot use the notebook PC or change the settings. The user can set a password while booting the system or setting up the system. ■ Without the registered password, if any, access to the system will be denied. Write down and keep the password in a safe place. ▶ Supervisor password The password prevents unauthorized people from accessing the notebook PC. By default, no password.is set for the machine.
4. When the password confirmation message appears, enter the password again and press [Enter]. 5. To save the changes in system setup, press [F10]. 6. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press [Enter]. The notebook PC will restart. ■ Supervisor Password has the privilege to set all the entries in CMOS Setup. It is recommended to use User Password if people other than you use the system.
3. When the following message appears, input the password and press [Enter]. The password must not exceed 6 characters of letter (A~Z), number (0~9) or their combination. 4. When the following message appears, press [Enter]. 5. To save the changes in system setup, press [F10]. 6. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press [Enter]. The notebook PC will restart. ■ User Password allows limited access to the entries in the CMOS Setup menu compared to Supervisor Password.
2. Select Password Check and press [Enter]. 3. When the following screen appears, select [Always] and press [Enter]. 4. To save the changes in system setup, press [F10]. 5. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press [Enter]. The notebook PC will restart. ■ You may also press the [Shift] + [+] keys to toggle between [Setup] and [Always].
6-3. Changing or Deleting the Password You can delete or change the password only after inputting the current password. ▶ Changing the Password 1. Select [Security] > [Supervior Password] or [User Password], press [Enter], and enter the password. 2. Change the password in the same way as setting one. ▶ Deleting the Password 1. Select [Security] > [Supervior Password] or [User Password], press [Enter], and enter the password. 2. When the following screen appears, press [Enter]. 3.
6-4. Restore the Default Settings If you have changed the system setup by mistake, you can restore the default settings. 1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to [Save & Exit]. 2. Use the arrow keys to select [Load Setup Defaults], and press [Enter]. 3. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press the [Enter] key. The settings will be reset to their original defaults. 4. To save the changes in system setup, press [F10]. 5.
Chapter 7.
7-1. Restoring the System Using Restoration CD To restore the hard disk, you need to back up necessary software and data files in advance. After completing Windows installation, you need to register User Properties with Windows just as you do to the new system. 1. Make backup copies of important data on the computer. 2. Insert the restoration CD in the CD-ROM drive and reboot. When the [Press any key to boot from CD...] message appears, press Enter. 3.
7-2. Recovering System in General Case 1. Check IMSM\F6Floppy\f6flpy32 on the LG Intelligent Update CD. 2. Copy the Driver to the Floppy Disk by executing F6flpy32.exe in f6flpy32 folder. 3. Installing with Windows XP CD and boot with the Floppy Disk by using USB Floppy Drive. 4. While booting with Windows XP CD, press F6 key right after the installing screen appears. 5. When installation screen related SCSI and RAID appears, press 'S'. 6.
-Intel(R) 82801FBM SATA AHCI Controller(Mobile ICH6M) -Intel(R) 82801ER SATA RAID Controller(Desktop ICH5R) 7. If another select message appears after those procedure, select 'Enter' to proceed.
7-3. Upgrading Windows XP If Windows XP is already installed, you can upgrade existing Windows XP without formatting the hard disk. In the case that Windows XP is already running on the hard disk, upgrade it as follows: 1. Turn on the system where Windows XP is installed. 2. Click Start and Run buttons. 3. Insert the restoration CD, type D:\i386\winnt32.exe/unattend (When CD-ROM drive is Drive D), and click OK. ■ To execute winnt32.
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Chapter 8.
8-1. Reinstalling the Driver The user can download drivers at www.lgepc.co.kr. Windows XP SP3 or higher version is recommended for driver installation. The screen layout may differ by model type. ▶ Installation 1. Insert LG Intelligent Update CD in the optical disk drive. 2. When the installation screen appears, click Next > Next > Next > Finish buttons or press Enter to install. 3. Standard Installation: Copy the files which will be needed only for execution to the hard disk. 4.
5. LG Intelligent Update screen appears. ▶ Execution 1. Insert LG Intelligent Update CD in the optical disk drive. Then, the program will automatically start. If the LG Intelligent Update program is not installed, LG Intelligent Update installation screen will appear. 2. Select Start > All Programs > LG Software > LG Intelligent Update to continue. 3. Double-click LG Intelligent Update icon on desktop to run the program.
For more details, refer to Help. 4. Now, you can install drivers and applications needed for the system. ■ The items that the user must install are automatically displayed on the Software Installation Wizard screen. Read the screen carefully before installation.
Chapter 9.
9-1. Using the Internet There are various methods to access the Internet. Choose the most desirable method for user environments and system specifications. ▶ Using LAN LAN refers to high speed network environments linking companies and households. 1. Connect LAN cable to the LAN port. On the taskbar, click Start|Control Panel|Switch to Classic View|Network Connection. 2. When the following screen appears, right-click Local Area Connection and click Properties in the list.
3. When the following screen appears, on General tab, check Device List for Connection to see if Realtek RTL8102E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC driver was installed, and select Internet Protocol (TCP/ IP), and then click Properties.
4. On Properties|General tab, click Obtain an IP address automatically. 5. Click OK button to complete the registration of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties. ■ For IP address registration, contact the network administrator or local network service engineer. ■ IP Operator provides a user-friendly environment to manage wired/wireless network setup. The provided IP Operator makes networking easy and convenient. ▶ Using Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN card is optional.
▶ Connecting Wireless Network By Using the Icon 1. On the taskbar, right-click the connection icon and click View available wireless networks. 2. Select an AP(Access point) and click Connect.
3. To see the connection status, place the cursor over Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar. ■ If no network key is set for the selected AP, click "Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure." ■ Click Advanced button to check Connection Properties, if needed. ■ Ensure the network is secured to share the computer and be careful not to share confidential data.
9-2. Using IP Operator The IP Operator manages the setting of the wired/wireless network in the system and helps the user easily operate the system. IP Operator stores customized network settings to apply and analyzes the network to automatically set up TCP/IP for convenient use. The IP Operator also supports all types of IEEE 802.11a, b, g wireless networks, sets the optimal wireless network environment and automatically switches the network environments. For more information, refer to IP Operator Help.
2. When the following screen appears, click No. Activate administration feature button to make the wireless network available. When a different screen appears, select the right wireless network device from No. Device Name drop-down list. 3. Click Add button and click Next when the settings have completed as shown below. 4. Type the profile name. 5. Select the wireless network type to search. 6. Click to search the wireless network again. 7. Select one of the searched wireless networks.
8. Type the name of the wireless network. 9. Type the wireless network key, if necessary. 10. Set TCP/IP address and the printer for the profile and click Finish. 11. 12. To refer to the existing settings for TCP/IP and the printer, select the profile and click Get button. 13. Set IP and DNS addresses. 14. Select a default printer to apply the profile. 15. Select a profile to use. The user can edit or delete the selected profile, or can apply the selected profile to the system by clicking Apply button.
New features provided by IP Operator are as follows: ■ 802.3 Automatic Switching: Analyzes the network when the network cable is connected and automatically searches the optimal profile for the system. (Must be set in the Option menu.) ■ Automatic Wireless Network Switching: Searches the most suitable network for the use of a wireless network in various locations without manual settings.
Chapter 10.
10-1. Using Memory Card ▶ Checking Available Memory Card This model supports SD, MMC, Memory STick, and Memory Stick Pro. xD, SD, MMC, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro cards are mobile storage devices, currently widely used in many digital products. To use a Memory Stick Duo card, Memory Stick Pro Duo card, mini SD card, micro SD card, or an MMC mobile card, mount it on the dedicated adapter and insert the adapter into the multi-card slot.
▶ Mounting and Using Memory Card Insert the card into the multi-card slot to the fullest in the right direction. ■ When the memory card is formatted, the data stored in the memory card will be deleted. Check whether there are important data before formatting the memory stick. ■ To format a memory stick, right-click Memory Stick drive and select Format. When Format window appears, click Start to continue. ■ The format feature may not be available on those Windows whose version is lower than Windows XP.
When using an MMC card: ■ Place the MMC card with the arrow facing upward ( the MMC card into the slot may cause an impairment. ), and insert it into the slot. Forcing ■ Some memory products manufactured by Transcend are made of metal and may cause a short circuit when contacting with the connection port in the multi-card slot. Avoid using metallic-surfaced memory products. They could offset the system performance. When using a memory card through dedicated adapter: ■ Use the dedicated adapter.
To safely removing a memory card: 1. Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2. Click Safely Remove Hardware (S). 3. When Safety Remove Hardware window appears, click Stop. 4. When Stop Hardware window appears, click OK.
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Chapter 11.
11-1. Specifications ▶ Available Processors Intel Atom Processor (L2 Cache Size: 512KB ) is supported. The user must not replace or expand the CPU capacity arbitrarily. The CPU capacity differs depends on model type. ▶ Main Memory Main memory supports both 512 MB and 1024 MB. The expansion memory slot is not supported. Memory types and specifications may differ depending on the model. ▶ Secondary Storage Devices 2.
▶ Web Camera 1.3 Web Camera module UVC (USB Video Class) driver supported ▶ External I/O Interface External VGA Monitor Port: 1 Microphone: 1 Microphone Input Port (Mic in): 1 Headphone Port: 1 USB 2.0 Ports: 3 Multi-card Slot: 1 RJ 45 (LAN) Port: 1 USIM Card Slot: 1 USIM card slot may not be provided depending on the model.
The LAN specifications may differ depending on the model. ▶ Wireless LAN MS-6894 0A Wireless 802.11b/g mini-Card (PCIe interface, RTL8187SE single chip) Wireless LAN specifications may differ by model type and cannot be arbitrarily changed by the user. ▶ Weight Full Installation: About 1.19kg Battery: Less than 250 g (3 cells) / 350 g (6 cells) Weight descriptions may differ by model type.
11-2. Power Supply and Environments ▶ AC Adapter (Free Voltage) Power Capacity: 40W Input: AC 100V ~ 240V, 1.7A, 50Hz ~ 60Hz Output: 20V DC 2.0A Caution: Use a rated and legitimate AC adapter, suitable for the model. ▶ Battery (Li-Ion) Rated Capacity: 11.1V Battery Make-up: 3-cell or 6-cell battery (the battery make-up may differ depending on the model.) Charging Hours: At room temperature (0 ~ 40 ) and power turned off - Less than 3 hours (Time may differ by model type.) Not charged under 0 .