N otebook User Guide Copyright©2007 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2007/03 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for its accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
N otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. For Safety Regulation: z z z z z Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher. The Optical drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.
N otebook User Guide frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
N otebook User Guide 15.247 (b)(4), the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in excess of the Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093) Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirement of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
N otebook User Guide (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
N otebook User Guide 802.11b Restrictions: - European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835GHz; - In France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465-2.4835GHz frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use.
N otebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer Congratulation for having purchased your new Everex StepNote. This notebook incorporates the newest features to serve all your computing needs.
N otebook User Guide About Your User Guide Welcome to your Everex StepNote User Guide. This manual introduces you to the basic concepts of your new computer. This manual is divided into eight chapters.
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N otebook User Guide 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 4 Screen Control Keys ....................................................................... 3 Windows Hot Keys.......................................................................... 3 Special Function Keys .................................................................... 3 USING THE TOUCHPAD POINTING DEVICE ........................... 3 CONFIGURING YOUR SCREEN DISPLAY .............................. 3 Possible Display Configurations........................
N otebook User Guide Windows Flip and Windows Flip 3D ............................................. 3 5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS ............................................... 3 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 6 CUSTOMIZING YOUR NOTEBOOK................................................ 3 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 7 USING THE USB PORT ............................................................... 3 USING AN EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT ....................................... 3 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM ...
N otebook User Guide 8.4 8.5 8.6 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK .......................................... 3 BATTERY CARE GUIDELINES ................................................. 3 WHEN YOU TRAVEL.................................................................. 3 APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION.......................................... 3 SYSTEM SPECIFICATION.................................................................... 3 Processor Unit..............................................................
N otebook User Guide Installing the LAN Device Driver................................................... 3 Installing the TouchPad Device Driver ......................................... 3 Technical Support...........................................................................
1 Introduction 1 Introduction Your Everex Computer is a fully Windows® compatible portable computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook is a natural choice for uses seeking portability and performance. Your Everex StepNote VA Series Notebook runs a wide variety of business, personal productivity, entertainment and professional applications and is ideal for use in the office, home and on the road.
N otebook User Guide 1.1 Feature Highlight Before we identify each part of your Everex StepNote Notebook, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. Processing Unit • Your notebook runs on Intel® Pentium® Dual Core Processor that is integrated with 1MB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed. • Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating systems such as Windows Vista.
1 Introduction Graphic System VIA Chrome9TM HC IGP provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA VN896 chipset PCI Local Bus Architecture • 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and SATA hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA ATA-150 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme. Audio System Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster compatible.
N otebook User Guide 1.2 Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents.
1 Introduction 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 3. Keyboard 5. Power On/Resume Button • 2. Built-in Speaker 4. Touchpad Pointing Device 6. LED Indicators Color Widescreen LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 15.4” TFT color LCD with 1280 x 800 (Wide XGA with ratio 16:10) resolution panels. The features of the Color LCD Display are summarized as follows: TFT color LCD with Widescreen 15.
N otebook User Guide Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor. • Built-in Speaker Integrated mini speaker provides sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure. • Keyboard Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 87 keys keyboard with Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 6 hot keys, inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control keys.
1 Introduction NOTEBOOK STATUS ICONS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power and operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the system status. 1. Power Indicator 3. Drive Access 5. Caps Lock 7. Num Lock • 2. Battery Charging LED 4. Wireless LAN Access 6. Scroll Lock Power Indicator Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed.
N otebook User Guide When the light is off, it indicates the battery is fully charged or no battery installed. 1.4 22 • Drive Access When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk or Optical Disk Drive. • Wireless LAN Access When LED turns on indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated. When LED lights off, it indicates that the function is disabled. • Caps Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated.
1 Introduction 1. Cover Switch • 1.5 Cover Switch The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer. The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices. Each port is described in detail: 1. USB 2.0 Ports 2. VGA Port 3.Kensington Lock Hole • USB 2.0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.
N otebook User Guide 1.6 The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 1. Modem Port • 2. Optical Disk Drive Modem Port A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed. It keeps you connected to the outside world through phone line. For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher.
1 Introduction 1.7 2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
N otebook User Guide Right Side Features 1.8 • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer. • Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening. • USB 2.0 Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer.
1 Introduction 1. Hard Disk Compartment 3. Battery Bay 5. Memory Compartment 2. Battery Lock Latch 4. Wireless LAN Compartment 6. Battery Release Latch Bottom of the System • Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive. Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it. • Battery Lock Latch Push the latch to the right side to lock and secure the battery.
N otebook User Guide • 1.9 Battery Release Latch To release the battery, first make sure the computer is turned off, unplugged from power source. Locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side in unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack. Notebook Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously.
1 Introduction 1.10 Notebook Options DVD/CD-RW Combo Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title. DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack This device pack combines following two standard packs. Using the suitable media, you can make any format of CD or DVD as you want. DVD-RW combo: This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD-R or DVDRW media and also can read DVD/CD title.
Getting Started 2 2 Getting Started Your Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible.
N otebook User Guide 2.1 Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable. Before you use your notebook computer, install and recharge the battery pack first.
Getting Started 2 Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack, make sure the computer is turned off, unplugged from power source.
N otebook User Guide Replacing the Battery Pack When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the hard disk drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.
Getting Started 2.2 2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: 1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet. 3.
N otebook User Guide y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. y Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. y Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter). 2.3 Starting Your Computer The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit.
Getting Started 2 already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later. After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive. The notebook computer normally comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. 2.4 Adjusting the Display Controls The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by + and + keys respectively.
Using Your Notebook 3 3 Using Your Notebook This chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the Everex StepNote. If you are unfamiliar with personal computers or the Microsoft® Windows® operating system, in addition to this chapter, we recommend reading the Windows® Help and Support page located on your computer.
N otebook User Guide 3.1 Starting Your Operating System The operating system is the software foundation for your computer. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®. The StepNote computer comes with an operating system pre-installed and needs only to be setup and configured during initial use. 3.
Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key 3 2. Control Keys 4. Control Keys 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
N otebook User Guide • Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: Start Menu key Displays the Start menu. Shortcut/Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text typed is inserted.
Using Your Notebook Keypad 3 Function Description key. Known as the Print Screen key. Press this key to map the whole screen to share memory for your specific usage. key. Known as the Delete key. Press this key to delete the character to the right of the cursor, or delete marked texts or items. key. Press this key to temporarily halt execution of a command. Pressing any other key to resume execution of a command. key.
N otebook User Guide Keypad + Function Description + key. Used in most application program to scroll the screen without having to move the cursor. CURSOR CONTROL KEYS Keypad Function Description Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a time. Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time. Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time. Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time.
Using Your Notebook Keypad 3 Function Description key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time key. Moves the cursor to the end of a screen or line. WINDOWS HOT KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu. key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system. SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions.
N otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description To shut down or resume the built-in system speaker volume. + Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. + Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. + 3.3 Using the Touchpad Pointing Device Your computer comes with a built-in Touchpad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface.
Using Your Notebook 3 Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver that is compatible with the Touchpad device and is normally used under Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added features of the Touchpad, you may want to try installing its own device driver that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device. You can find the Touchpad utilities on the Everex website. 1. Left Selection Button 2. Right Selection Button 3.
N otebook User Guide 2. To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button control or by simply tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works best. To execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the surface. 3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a doubleclick, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move.
Using Your Notebook 3 POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT): Display Possible Resolution Maximum Colors Widescreen 15.
N otebook User Guide 3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features Aside from its superior performance, one of the great features in your notebook computer is the ability to conserve power. Your computer is designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use. This feature not only gives you longer battery life but also cools the systems and components as well.
Using Your Notebook 3 power button again, system will bring your notebook out of hibernation. You'll find your applications and documents open on your desktop exactly as you left them. Shutdown All power has been turned off from the notebook. This means that no power including external AC power source and battery power source will be consume by the notebook. 3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.
N otebook User Guide 3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock. If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader. 4. To close the optical drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The optical drive LED will activate when the disc is detected. Wait until the LED has turned off and then start to read the disc.
Using Your Notebook • Keep the disk away from direct sunlight or high temperatures. • Clean fingerprints or dust from the disk by wiping it with a soft cloth. 3 The above points also apply to other optical storage media. The optical drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.
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Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 4 Fun with Windows Vista Experience This notebook integrated in a highly compact platform is designed for digital entertainment. With Windows Vista, it offers a breakthrough user experience and is designed to help you feel confident in your ability to view, find, and organize information and to control your computing experience. It simplifies our digital life in taking charge of media, share moves, TV, photos, and music with your friends and family.
N otebook User Guide 4.1 What is Windows Vista? Windows Vista is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in entertainment on your notebook. The visual sophistication of Windows Vista helps streamline your computing experience by refining common window elements so you can better focus on the content on the screen rather than on how to access it. With Windows Vista, you can store, share and enjoy all of your photos, all of your music, all of your home video and even recorded TV.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 About the entertainment To recall all default multimedia applications, click on “All Programs” located on the left corner on the desktop, the “All Programs” will be changed to “Back” as shown in the following figure.
N otebook User Guide It now becomes more easy to execute various application with just click on it. Instant Search The Start menu features integrated desktop search through a new feature called Instant Search which can help you find and launch almost anything on your PC. Just type in a word, a name, or a phrase, and Instant Search can find the right file for you.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Use Instant Search to quickly find the information you need.
N otebook User Guide 4.3 Enjoy Your Multimedia Application INTERNET EXPLORER Windows Vista enhances the Internet Explorer experience in finding and displaying information, and Web sites on the Internet. The upcoming release of Internet Explorer 7 not only adds important new security and privacy features, but makes everyday tasks easier through features such as tabbed browsing, inline search, and shrink-to-fit prinse onlye9,ref. TD0ad.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Windows Calendar is a flexible, easy-to-use calendar built directly into the Windows Vista operating system. It lets you plan and manage all of your activities and coordinate your schedule with others. It also lets you create a personal task list and receive automatic notifications and reminders about specific tasks and upcoming appointments.
N otebook User Guide Microsoft Windows Vista provides a new mechanism and user interface for storing and retrieving information about people (contacts) who are important to the users of Microsoft Outlook and Windows Mail (formerly Outlook Express). WINDOWS DEFENDER Windows Defender is enable to protect the computer from spyware and other potentially unwanted software.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Windows Defender helps protect computers against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. Applications can check and change its status. WINDOWS DVD MAKER Windows DVD maker helps you burn pictures and video to DVD..
N otebook User Guide Windows DVD maker lets you create a DVD quickly, complete with professional-looking menus, a scene selection page so viewers can easily find what they are looking for, and even slide shows using your favorite songs as a soundtrack. WINDOWS FAX AND SCAN Windows Fax and Scan help you send and receive faxes or scan pictures and documents.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Faxing and scanning functions come together in Windows Vista through Windows Fax and Scan. Sending and receiving faxes through your PC is now as simple as performing the same tasks on a fax machine, especially for digital document WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER DOWNLOAD Windows Live Messenger Download can connect and share message instantly on the world’s favorite IM service..
N otebook User Guide Windows Live Messenger is the next-generation MSN Messenger. It has everything you already love about Messenger, and much more. WINDOWS MAIL Windows Mail can send and receive e-mail and newsgroup messages.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Windows Mail is designed to help you prevent emerged some annoyances and risks that have grown over the years, that enables your e-mail experience is as productive and fun as possible. Windows Mail includes features that help you reduce the risks, while enjoying the many benefits, of e-mail WINDOWS MEDIA CENTER Windows Media Center lets you opens your home entertainment option for digital and on-demand media, including TV, Movies, music and pictures.
N otebook User Guide WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER Windows Media Player can play digital media including music, video, CDs and DVDs. Windows Media Player gives you an easier way to enjoy and manage your digital music, video, and pictures on your PC. See things the way you want to see them, by CD cover art or in lists. Connect to networked media devices around your home or seamlessly sync up with your portable digital media player to enjoy all your entertainment wherever you are.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Windows Meeting Space gives you the ability to share documents, programs, or your desktop with other people. Some advantages are: you can share your desktop or any program with other meeting participants; you and other meeting participants can distribute and co-edit documents; you can pass notes to other participants; you can connect to a network projector to give a presentation.
N otebook User Guide With Windows Movie Maker, you can quickly and easily import, edit, and organize all of your digital home videos. New tools, such as new effects and transitions, and improved graphics performance help you manage and edit your home videos. You can include photos along with video when you create a movie, and even add narration and soundtracks.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 Windows Photo Gallery in Windows Vista gives you the tools you need to easily organize, find, and view your photos and videos. You can edit, print, and share your photos from within Windows Photo Gallery, as well as transfer photos from your camera to your computer with a simple import process WINDOWS UPDATE Windows Update delivers software updates and drivers, and provide automatic updating options.
N otebook User Guide Windows Update keeps your computer up to date and more secure by automatically providing software updates to Microsoft Windows Vista. Updates can include upgrades to Windows Vista features, updates that improve reliability and performance, and updates that provide new security protections against malware and other potentially unwanted software. Windows Update makes updating easy and minimizes disruption to your work.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 numbers. You need simple, specialized, and lightweight mini-applications that put information and tasks at your fingertips—no matter what you're doing.
N otebook User Guide WINDOWS FLIP AND WINDOWS FLIP 3D Windows Vista provides two entirely new features to manage windows: Windows Flip and Windows Flip 3D. Flip allows you to flip through open windows (by using Alt+Tab), providing a live thumbnail of each window, rather than just a generic icon and file name. Live thumbnails make it easier to quickly identify the window you want, particularly when multiple windows of the same kind are open.
Fun with Windows Vista Experience 4 You can visit and browse each domain to experience the information and assistance that Windows Vista offers. For more information, please refer to Microsoft’s website: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/features/default.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 5 Connecting to Peripherals This chapter describes how you attach additional peripheral devices to your notebook. The Everex StepNote allows you to add a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or other compatible peripheral device. Use of additional devices is described in this chapter.
N otebook User Guide 5.1 Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your notebook computer, and up to 127 devices can be attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device while not in use. 5.2 Using an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system. To connect an external monitor: 1.
N otebook User Guide 6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display, you can use the + hot-key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only. Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and how to change the display properties. 5.
Connecting to Peripherals 5.4 5 Using the LAN Port This notebook comes with an internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is connected with RJ-45 connectors. The 100Base-TX is based on the older Ethernet standard.
N otebook User Guide wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN. Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with wireless connection. Access point can be set in an office environment, airport, major railway station, etc. that depends on the construction of each country.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission. Contact your service provider for more information. The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable. Longer cables are available at your local electronics store.
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Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 Customizing Your Notebook Your computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program allowing your system configuration to be altered to best suit your computing needs: User-adjustable options include system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. BIOS information stored in the CMOS RAM will remain permanent unless changed.
N otebook User Guide 6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is setup and pre-configured. The computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program may be used to change system configuration information such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system and pressing the function key before the Microsoft® Windows® operating system begins.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current settings. • Key Status Bar The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.
N otebook User Guide 6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup • 88 System Time Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second format of the computer. Enter the current time for reach field and use the , +, or key to move from one field or back to another. You can also change the system time from your operating system.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the , +, or key to move from one field or back to another. You can also change the system time from your operating system. • Primary Master This field display various parameters for the hard disk drive. If type [Auto] is selected, the system automatically sets these parameters.
N otebook User Guide 6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different drive types as CD-DVD, User, Auto or None by pressing bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on. Set this option to None when your computer is not installed any devices. Press to return to the Main Menu. 6.2.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different drive types by pressing bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on. Set this option to None when your computer is not installed any devices. Press to return to the Main Menu.
N otebook User Guide 6.3 92 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup • Boot-time Diagnostic Screen Lets you specify to display the diagnostic screen or not by choosing Enabled or Disabled option during system booting. • Summary Screen Displays system configuration on boot. • Frame Buffer Size Lets you reserve memory space [32MB]/[64MB]/[128MB] for UMA frame buffer for video devices. The default value is [32MB].
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Display Device Selection Lets you specify the external display device to LCD, CRT, or LCD+CRT. • Local Bus IDE adapter Lets you set up the integrated local bus IDE adapter to Primary, Secondary, Both or Disabled. • Legacy USB Support Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB device. • LAN Boot Control: Lets you specify Enabled or Disabled for booting the notebook from Network or not.
N otebook User Guide 6.4 94 Security Menu Setup • Supervisor Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not. • User Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User Password or not.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation. • Set User Password This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set.
N otebook User Guide 6.5 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. To select the boot device, you can use the up or down arrow key, then press <+> to move up the device in the list or press <-> to move down the device in the list. To exit from this menu, press .
Customizing Your Notebook 6.6 6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. • Exit Saving Changes Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program. • Exit Discarding Changes Allows you to discard all changes made while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program. • Load Setup Defaults Lets you load the default values for all setup items.
N otebook User Guide • 6.7 Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: 1. Put in the BIOS Update data into the USB device. 2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive. 3. On the DOS prompt, type the following command. A:\>Phlash XXXXXX.ROM (BIOS filename) or A:\>XXXXXX.
Using Options 7 7 Using Options This chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. For additional system specifications, upgrades and available accessories visit www.everex.com.
N otebook User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: 7.1 Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 256MB DDRII-SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer. The table below lists the possible combinations of different memory module and memory size.
Using Options 7 INSTALLING MEMORY MODULE Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDRII SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs). 256MB, 512MB And 1024MB memory modules may be used to upgrade your computer memory. To install the memory module: 1. Make sure the system is powered off, the battery also is removed and that no peripheral devices are attached. 2.
N otebook User Guide 5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. y Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook. y Press down on the edge of the memory module until the locking tabs on both sides is locked. 6. Put the DIMM door back and secure the screw on the DIMM door. 5. Turn the system over.
Using Options 7 2. Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully 3. Remove the connector from the hard disk gently. 4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. 5. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk. 6. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely. 7. Place the hard disk back to the compartment. 8. Cover the lid, then rotate and tighten the screws. 9.
N otebook User Guide 7.3 Wireless Module Installation This computer uses mini-PCI wireless LAN module at the bottom of this notebook for wireless connection. Please contact Everex before adding or changing the wireless module. Any damage that caused by improper installation of the wireless module will void the Everex Standard Warranty Agreement.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 8 Caring for Your Notebook Your Everex StepNote is equipped with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. If properly cared for and maintained, the performance and reliability of the computer can be greatly prolonged.
N otebook User Guide 8.1 Important Safety Instructions This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. 106 • Before cleaning the notebook computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter, car adapter and so on).
Caring for Your Notebook 8 • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power outlet.
N otebook User Guide The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer. • An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s power supply. For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg, a power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2, has to be used.
Caring for Your Notebook 8.3 8 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical working session, users routinely close the notebook the cover. The display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiate heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. To help prolong the life of your computer, leave the cover open for ten minutes while the heat disperses.
N otebook User Guide 8.5 • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use the hard disk. Battery Care Guidelines The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life.
Caring for Your Notebook • 8 You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months.
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System Specification A APPENDIX A System Specification This appendix provides technical specifications for the Everex StepNote computer. Depending on the specific Everex model, specifications may vary.
N otebook User Guide System Specification PROCESSOR UNIT • Intel® Pentium® Dual Core Processor T2080 (1 MB L2 Cache, 1.73 GHz, and 533 MHz Front Side Bus) • 1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor SYSTEM MEMORY • Two 200-pin memory slots • User-upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200-pin SODIMM 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB modules • 512MB DDR2 533MHz SDRAM LCD DISPLAY • 15.
System Specification • A Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at 1280x1024 resolution (Non-Interlaced) STORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.
N otebook User Guide FLASH BIOS 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O PORTS • 1 x 15-pin VGA port • 3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x LAN port • 1 x Modem port WIRELESS DEVICES IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI 802.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B APPENDIX B System Recovery and Driver Installation Appendix B provides information on how to install the Driver Utility and how to restore the software and operating system of your computer back to the original factory settings.
N otebook User Guide B.1 System Recovery USING RECOVERY DISK Before we go on, let’s define some terminologies. Hard disk is divided into RP & UP. RP - Recovery Partition, it stores system files and is hidden by default UP – User Partition, it can be divided into 2 parts (system files area + user data area) Users can choose to recover the system from either hard disk or recovery DVD(s)/CD(s). I. Recovering the System from Hard Disk Two methods are available: a.
System Recovery and Driver Installation 2. B Please choose Repair Your Computer to go into recovery mode.
N otebook User Guide 3. 120 Please choose between “Non destructive system recovery” & “Destructive system recovery”. When the ”Non destructive” option is chosen , please click Next.
System Recovery and Driver Installation 4. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, 5.
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System Recovery and Driver Installation 7. B Then Non destructive system recovery is finished. System will be rebooting. b. “Destructive Recovery from Hard Disk” 1. How recovery is done: System files from RP are copied to system files area in UP, and user data area is formatted! Before OS boots, please press hotkeys F8 button to go into advance boot options. 2. Please choose Repair Your Computer to go into recovery mode.
N otebook User Guide 3. 124 Please choose between “Non destructive recovery mode” & “Destructive recovery mode”.
System Recovery and Driver Installation 4. When the ”Destructive” option is chosen , please click Next. 5.
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N otebook User Guide 8. Then destructive system recovery is finished. System will be rebooting II.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B The “Non destructive” & “Destructive” recoveries from Recovery DVD have the same result as a recovery from Hard Drive. a. “Non Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD b. “Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD 1. Insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from CD ROM in BIOS.
N otebook User Guide 130 2. Please press any key to boot from DVD 3. Please choose Standard Mode, the subsequent processes are just like those in “non destructive” & “destructive” recoveries from hard disk.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B c. Full Recovery from Recovery DVD In this mode, all the data in your computer will lose 1. Please insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from CD ROM in BIOS. 2.
N otebook User Guide 3. 132 Please choose Full Mode to go into full recovery mode.
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N otebook User Guide 134 5. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, the full recovery will begin 6.
System Recovery and Driver Installation 7. B Then full recovery is finished. System will be rebooting. B.2 Device Drivers Installation If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer, it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of your computer. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system.
N otebook User Guide Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows Vista installation CD into optical disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation. INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your computer: Installing VGA device driver for Windows Vista 32 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2.
System Recovery and Driver Installation 4. Click "Next" to continue the following steps. 5. Click “Next” and select “Agree” to continue the installation. 6. Click “Next” to continue the installation. 7. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", B and press "Finish" to restart your system. INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Modem driver: Installing Modem driver for Windows Vista 32 1.
N otebook User Guide "E:\Drivers\Vista32\Wireless LAN\Liteon\setup.exe" 3. Click “Continue” in message of a program needs your permission to 4. Click “Next” to execute the setup program. 5. Click "Install" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 6. Click "Finish" to complete the install shield wizard. INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver: Installing LAN driver for Windows Vista 32 1.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B "E:\Drivers\Vista32\TouchPad\DPInst.exe " 3. When computer appears unidentified program, click “Allow” for accessing the computer 4. Click "Next" to execute the setup program. The Welcome box appears. 5. Select “accept this agreement” and Click “Next” to continue the installation. 6. Click “Finish” to complete the installation. 7. Click “Restart Now” for restart your computer.
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T echnical Support TECHNICAL SUPPORT For the latest Product Information, Drivers, and Support Documents visit www.everex.com For complete warranty information, please refer to the Everex Limited Warranty Agreement. To register your product visit www.everex.com or simply email your User Name (first and last), Model (VA2000T, VA2001T, VA3000T,… etc.) and Serial Number to customerservice@everex.com. Please use “Product Registration – VAXXXX” as your email subject.
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