User Guide Config Name: X140 Series Some of the components may look different from the picture.
Chapter1.
1-1. Read this carefully before using the Notebook PC.
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▶ How to protect the human body from the hazardous RF energy exposure. We recommend that the human body should be kept off at least 15 mm from the external antenna plug-in-radio-card or the internal antenna located in screen section during the operation or moving.
▶ Energy Star Energy Star Compliance As an Energy Star partner, LG has determined that standard configurations of this product meet 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.
2. Provides you with an overview before use. ▶ Using Ez User's Guide/Ez Troubleshooting For more convenient use of the machine, we provide you Ez User's Guide/Ez Troubleshooting. Click Help button and refer to Tour to learn how to use Ez User's Guide and Ez Troubleshooting. 1. Table of Contents 2. Home 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.
Appears in the case of noncompliance with the instruction that may cause serious physical damage or fatal injuries. Appears in the case of noncompliance with the instruction that may cause minor damage to the body or the machine. Indicates that the following information is added to help the user utilize the machine more conveniently.
to perfect it. The examplified figures in this manual may not exactly the same as the real products. LG Electronics Inc. has rights to modify any part of this manual for the better without prior notice. Unauthorized reproduction or duplication of any part of this manual is strictly prohibited. Country of Origin: China Manufacturer: Tech-Front(Shanghai)Computer Co., LTD Company Identifier: LGE ▶ Ez User's Guide Tour 1. Toolbar - Hide/Show: Hide or show the navigation window.
- Displays the explanation of the selected item. ▶ When using the computer, sit in the good posture as shown below. 1. Do not have light directly reflected on the monitor. 2. Set the upper part of the screen to be on the even level with or slightly lower level than your eyes. 3. Adjust the screen while avoiding illuminated reflection. 4. Stretch the neck and back straight. 5. Keep the hands, wrists, and arms horizontally. 6. Adjust the chair to set the hands and arms properly for the keyboard.
■ Before using the headset, check if the volume is too high. ■ Do not use the headset too long. ■ A headphone that has a resistance higher than 20 can cause electromagnetic interference. Therefore, we recommend you to use a headphone that has a resistance less than 20 . ▶ System Protection Feature If the system becomes too hot, the system protection feature automatically stops battery recharging and switches the power mode to Maximum Power Saving or OFF.
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. ▶ Using Battery Charge the battery only with the provided instrument. Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of fire. Do not throw or disassemble the battery.
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 in cars or saunas. It may explode or cause a fire.
Do not use the laptop on top of carpet, blanket or bed. Also, do not put the adapter under the blanket. 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. ▶ Installation Do not use the machine in damp places like a laundry room or bathroom.
Place the machine in a safe place so that it does not fall. If dropped, the machine could be damaged and even cause an injury. Do not leave or use the computer near a magnetic object. Otherwise, the hard disk 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 hard disk and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly. Operate the product in a place without electromagnetic interference.
Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the power. Otherwise, a fire may occur or the product may get damaged. Operate the product at the proper voltage. Excessive voltage may result in damage on the product, electric shock or fire. Use power outlets with an earth pin installed and proper supply of rated electricity. An electric leakage may cause an electric shock or fire. Plug the power cord tightly into the outlet. Loose connection of the power cord could cause a fire.
Always keep the power cord and the outlet clean. A fire may occur. Do not impair the cord by bending or pressing it too hard. Keep children and pets from damaging the power cord. An impaired cord could damage computer parts causing a fire or electric shock. Disconnect the machine completely from others before cleaning it. Otherwise, an electric shock or impairment 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. A fire may occur or the product may get damaged. If you have dropped or damaged the computer, disconnect the power and contact the local service center for a safety check. If a damaged computer is used continuously, an electric shock or fire may occur.
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. Ensure the power is off before shutting the panel. The machine may be deformed due to temperature rise. The bottom of the computer gets hot when the system is working. Please avoid touching it and do not put it on your laps.
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. The system may be infected and impaired. Ask one of our engineers to run a safety check after your computer has been repaired.
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.
As the adapter can be hot, do not touch it with bare skin while using the notebook. Make sure that the memory cover is securely closed before turning on the machine. Do not use the machine when the memory cover is open. It may damage the machine. ▶ 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.
Consult our service engineer before you use a peripheral device not manufactured by LG Electronics Inc. The product may get damaged. Do not disassemble or moderate the machine arbitrarily. You could get an electric shock and would not be able to receive the warranty service for that. Handle devices and parts of the machine with care. The product may get damaged. Ensure that everything including the case is reassembled completely before connecting the machine to the power.
Do not carry the machine with the LCD panel open. Otherwise, the product may get damaged. When leaving the machine in a car, keep it in shadow. The product may be deformed or caught on fire due to temperature rise. Protect the machine from any shock while carrying it. System damage or an injury may result. Carry the machine in a bag designed for it. Carrying it in an other type of bag may result in product damage.
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. Hard disk damage and data loss may occur when: External shocks are inflicted on the machine while disassembling or installing it. When the computer is abruptly reset (rebooted) due to power failure, the hard disk may get damaged.
Chapter2.
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: The system is in Standby mode. - On: The system is running on the AC power or battery. - Off: The system is turned off or in Hibernate mode. 2. AC Power and Battery Status Lamp - Off: The AC adapter is not connected. - On: The AC adapter is connected. - Blinking: The battery is charged less than 10 %.
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Chapter3.
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 from 100 V to 240 V. Charge the new battery with the AC adapter before use. ※ Refer to [Charging Battery with AC Adapter] in User Guide. 1. Turn the machine over to see the battery pack chamber and equip the pack.
4. Remove the battery pack as shown in the diagram below. 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 a safe and efficient use of battery, follow the below directions. ■ Do not short-circuit the battery. ■ Keep the room temperature between 0 and 60 . Do not expose the machine to the heat hotter than 60 . ■ Keep the battery out of reach of children. ■ A visible swelling of the battery pack indicates a possible danger. When this occurs, contact your local vendor or service center immediately. ■ Use only a certified and designated recharger. ■ Keep the battery pack away from heat.
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 from 100 V to 240 V. 1. Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet with the power cable. 2. Connect the adapter to the machine. 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. Windows 7 Overview Windows 7 has many advantages in terms of information management and security, enhancing your productivity. Windows 7 allows you to access information in your computer or in your corporate network more easily and provides better security for your data. ※ Virtual XP Mode is supported only in Windows 7 Professional Version or above. Also this feature may not be supported in some CPU models. ※ Windows 7 Starter and Home Basic do not support some functions such as Aero and Flip 3D.
▶ Windows 7 Desktop ※ Desktop may differ by model type and software version. 1. Start button - Unfolds Start menu when clicked. 2. Start menu - Displays Windows programs that you can start directly from the menu. - To find an application or a file from here, input search terms in the Instant Search field and start search. 3. Taskbar - Shows all currently running programs. 4. Language bar - Allows you to switch languages while typing. 5.
▶ Start menu Includes all programs needed to start Windows. ※ Desktop and Start menu may differ by model type and software version. 1. Fixed Items 2. Recently Used Programs - The order of the programs is subject to change. 3. All Programs 4. Instant Search Field - Allows the user to search for a specific application, file, Internet favorite or many others. Type search words and start search to display the results by category. 5.
1. Click Start button and Help and Support on Start menu. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to use Help and Support. - Helps you with many such troubles as learning about the features of Windows 7 and getting troubleshooting information through appropriate items. - Fetches information provided by Microsoft. ▶ Preview Workpane Windows 7 groups the windows such as Internet Explorer, My Computer and Windows Explorer and displays them as a single icon.
