User Manual

Overview 1 - 3
Quick Start Guide
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Not Included
Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 8) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro-
grams) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.
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Drivers
If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install
the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the com-
puter and a hardware component e.g. a wireless network module. It is very important that you install the drivers in the order
listed. You will be unable to use most advance d controls until the necessary drivers and utilit ies are properly installed. If
your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already done that for you); refer to
Chapter 4 for installation instructions.
Ports and Jacks
See “Notebook Ports and Jacks” on page A - 2 for a description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your com-
puter to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.