P/N:3828BPH011A FGseries Rev.00 FG series P/N: 3828BPH011A(Rev.00) Copyright 2004 LG Electronics, Inc., DigitalMate Co., Ltd.
Thank you for using the LG product. LG has manufactured and tested this product to provide you with a reliable computing environment. Please read this manual carefully before using the computer. This sign calls attention to features and operations that may be dangerous to the user. Follow the instruction closely to reduce the risk of bodily harm or damage to the equipment 1.Warning: Not following the instruction could result in death or serious injury. 2.
Contents Package Contents ..................................................................................................................... 1 Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................................. 2 1. Installing the system 1-1 Package contents..................................................................................................................................... 9 1-2 Components........................................
Important Safety Instructions These safety instructions will ensure many years of safe enjoyment from the product. Read this safety instructions carefully before installing the computer. Installing the computer Do not operate your computer near water for example, in a bathroom. The computer may not function correctly, and there is the risk of electric shock. Operate the computer within a temperature range of 41 to 95ĕ (5Ë~35Ë) and 30 to 80% of relative humidity.
Connecting to the power Do not use loose or damaged power plugs. There is a risk of electric shock or fire. Use a correct voltage outlet. There is a risk of fire or electric shock. Use properly grounded outlet. Connecting the computer to an outlet without proper grounding may result in electric shock and damages to your computer. Use your computer at the proper voltage/current level indicated. There is a risk of fire or electric shock. Do not touch or grab the power plug with wet hands.
Use properly grounded outlet. Connecting the computer to an outlet without proper grounding may result in electric shock and damages to your computer. Use your computer at the proper voltage/current level indicated outlet. There is a risk of fire or electric shock. Do not bend or place a heavy object on top of the power cord. Keep the children and pets from damaging the power cord. Damaged power cord may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not place a burning candle or cigarette on the computer. There is a risk of fire or damage to the computer. If you see or smell smoke from the computer or adaptor, turn off the computer, remove the power cord, and then contact the customer service for help. There is a risk of fire. Upon completion of any service or repairs, ask service technician to perform safety checks. Ignoring safety checks may result in electric shock or fire. Keep the computer away from heat.
Carrying and storing the computer Before moving the computer, turn the power off and remove all the cables. You may trip over the loose cables and fall. Upgrading the computer Keep screws and other small parts away from children. Children may choke on a screw or other small part. If a child swallows a small part, receive a medical care. Do not disassemble the power supply devices. There is a risk of an electrical shock.
Preventing data loss (handling hard disk drives) Be cautious when handling the hard disk drive. Þ Þ The hard disk drive is very delicate to any physical impact. Always make backups for your data. LG is not responsible for the data lose caused by users. The data on the hard disk or the drive itself may be damaged in the following situations. Exposure to a physical shock during the disassembling or installing process.
Help and Support ⓞ Click [Help and Support] to learn how to solve problems you may encounter while using the computer. Click [Start]⍛[Help and Support]. ⓟ The following window appears You can search for useful Help and Support information. Click to learn the features and troubleshooting information 8 Help and Support You can connect to the Internet and ask for assistance online.
1. Installing the system 3DFNDJH FRQWHQWV The following items are included in this package. Match the items below with the items in your package. Some items may look different from the pictures. When cleaning your computer, use cleaning products manufactured specifically for computing equipment. Using abrasive chemicals, such as paint thinner, benzene, or alcohol, may damage your computer.
1-2. Components Front view ℘ Power Button Turns on/off the computer. ℚ ℙ Power Lamp and H/D Indication Lamp Indicates the power and the hard disk state when the computer is turned on. (When the hard disk is running, the lamp will blink. However, this feature may not function in some systems.) ℛ ℝ ℚ CD-ROM Drive Button Inserts or ejects a CD in/from the CD-ROM drive. (The cover is opened and closed automatically if the user presses this button.
ℝ USB (USB 20 Port) Connector Connects USB devices or hubs (including a USB mouse or digital camera). ℞ IEEE1394 Connector Connects IEEE 1394-4 4-pin devices (including a camcorder). ℟ Audio connector Headphone connector A port for external earphones. Microphone Connector A port for external microphone. ℠ Multimedia Card Slot Hosts various portable memory cards - CF, MD, MS, MS-PRO, SD, MMC, SMC and others. ℡ Support The support of for stable installation of the main body of the computer.
Rear view ℘ ℙℚ ℜ ℞ ℝ ℛ ℟ ℡ ℠ ⌅ Note ã Your computer may have different features and configuration from the computers shown above. ã Power specifications may be different depending on the country or region, check the power specifications before use.
℘ Power connector Connects electrical power to the computer. ℙ Keyboard connector Connects PS/2 connector. ℚ Mouse connector Connects PS/2 mouse. Do not disassemble power supplies. There is a risk of electrical shock. ℛ USB(USB 2.0 port) connector Connects to USB devices or HUB(USB mouse or digital camera can be connected). ℜ IEEE1394 connector Connects to IEEE1394 6pin connector. ℝ Parallel connector Connects to parallel devices such as printer or scanner. ℞ Serial connector Connects to serial devices.
1-3. Installing the computer Installing your computer may be easier than you think. Before the installation, be sure to turn off the computer and other peripheral devices. The mouse and keyboard connectors look identical therefore, check the icons above the connectors before attaching the mouse and keyboard. Your computer may be installed with different expansion cards from the picture below.Some items may look different from the picture.
℘ Connecting a keyboard The keyboard cable has a round connector with 6 pins. Align the pins and holes, and attach the keyboard cable to the computer as shown in the picture. ℙ Connecting a mouse The mouse cable has a round connector with 6 pins. The round connector on the mouse cable fits into the PS/2 connector on the rear of the computer. Be sure to align the 6 pins on the cable with the corresponding holes on the connector.
1-4. Attaching external devices(customer purchased devices) ℙ ℘ ℚ ℟ ℝ ℞ ℜ ℛ ãDo not connect too many cables to one extension cord. An electric shock may occur. ãDo not leave the power cord below the body. ãDo not touch the outlet when connecting or disconnecting the power cord. An electric shock may occur.
Connecting a monitor (customer purchased devices) The monitor cable and power cord are included with the monitor. For more details, refer to the User's manual that comes with the monitor. Using a built-in video card Using a video card you have installed ℘ Connect the monitor cable to the video card. The moitor cable sends signals from the computer to the monitor. ℙ Connect the power cord to the monitor and plug it into power outlet. The power cord supplies power from the electrical outlet to the monitor.
2. Using the system 2-1.Turning on the computer Make sure if there is nothing in Floppy disk and see if the computer is well connected to the power cable and other external device drivers. You should complete registration process. Start registration process following the instruction after turning on the computer. Registration process ⓞ Pressing the power switch starts the self-diagnostic procedures; then Windows(R) XP startup screen is displayed .
ⓠ Internet connection option screen appears, follow the instruction. ⓡ If you turn the power on the computer for the first time, you have to register your copy of Windows XP. The registration process may differ depending on the model, but the difference does not affect the use of your computer. ⓢ "Who will use this computer?" message appears on the screen. Type the names of the users and click [Next].
ⓣ "Thank you!" message appears on the screen. Click [Finish] to complete the registration process. Windows Certificate Windows Certificate includes the product number which proves your Windows Operating System is original product. Please always keep this certificate with you. The Windows Certificate you have may look different from the picture.
2-2.Using Windows XP Windows XP is new, brilliant and easy-to-use. Background and title bar have been rearranged concisely, and it became easier to access the application programs from the start menu. Also, it allows users with more diverse options to choose from when decorating desktop's appearance. Overview Windows XP is an operating system that runs a computer. Learning the basics features in Windows is recommended to utilize a computer effectively.
Windows XP desktop ℜ ℙ ℘ ℛ ℘ [Start] button Click [Start] button to open the [Start] menu. Click [All Programs] to open the list of programs installed in the computer. ℙ [Start] menu [Start menu] shows everything you need to start working in the Windows XP environment. ℚ Taskbar Taskbar shows programs that are currently open and running.
Start menu Clicking [Start] button enables you to easily access computer programs. ℘ ℙ ℜ ℛ ℘ Pinned items ℙ Recently used items ℚ All Programs ℛControl Panel lets you change the settings in your compute ℜ My computer shows the drive and network information for your computer ℚ Changing the look of the Start menu ⓞ Right click [Start] button and select [Properties]. Choose from either Start menu or Classic Start menu.
Changing the pinned items in the Start menu ⓞ Right-click the item you want to pin it to the Start menu. Fixed items ⓟ Select [Pin To Start Menu]. ⓠ The item is pinned at the top of the Start menu. Showing the recently used items on the Start menu ⓞ Right-click on [Start] button and click [Properties]. ⓟ In [Start Menu] tab, select [Start menu] and click [Customize]. In [Advanced] tab, check [List my most recently opened documents] and click [OK].
Changing the Themes and Desktop background You can customize the appearance of desktop by using Theme option such as desktop background, screen saver, icon, window, mouse pointer or sound. For more than one user, each user can use different theme. Using the Windows Classic Theme ⓞ Click [Start]⍛[Control Panel]⍛[Switch to Classic View]⍛[Display]. ⓟ Click [Themes] tab. ⓠ Select [Windows Classic] from the [Theme] drop down menu.
Changing the desktop background ⓞ Click [Start]⍛[Control Panel]⍛[Switch to Classic View] ⍛[Display]. Click [Desktop] tab. (Or you can right click on the mouse while in desktop background. When a short cut menu pops up, choose [Properties]. ⓟ Scroll down the [Background] drop down menu and select an image for the background. You can also click [Browse] button and select an image you have saved. Setting the Screen Saver ⓞ Click [Start]⍛[Control Panel]⍛[Switch to Classic View] ⍛[Display].
