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Page 3: ...orm without prior written permission of the manufacturer Trademarks CardSoft is a trademark of SystemSoft Corporation AutoCAD and Autoshade are trademarks of Autodesk Inc IBM OS 2 and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corp Lotus 1 2 3 and Symphony are trademarks of Lotus Development Corp Windows Word MS DOS and Microsoft are trademarks of Microsoft Corp VESA is a trademark of V...

Page 4: ...terference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is ...

Page 5: ... Devices This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur du Canada iii ...

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Page 7: ...ng the Notebook Computer 23 Adjusting the LCD Screen Display 23 A Tour of the Notebook s Keyboard 24 The TouchPad 25 Connecting an External Tracking Devices 26 The CD ROM DVD ROM Combo Drive 27 Power Saving Modes 28 Chapter 5 Desktop Operation 33 Audio 33 Connecting Peripheral Devices 34 Chapter 6 Internet Connection 37 Using a modem for Connection to Internet 37 Using a wired LAN for Connection t...

Page 8: ...nu 50 Chapter 8 The Software Utilities Disks 51 AutoRun Installation 51 VGA Utilities 53 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting 57 Locating a Problem 57 Checking Cables and Connections 57 The Power On Self Test 58 General Hardware Problems 59 Contacting Your Dealer 61 Chapter 10 Upgrading your System 63 Upgrading your Memory 63 The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module 64 Upgrading your System CPU 66 Appendix A Specifica...

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Page 11: ...tentially unsafe conditions while working with this product Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury However you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Please read these safety instructions carefully Please keep this User s Manual for later reference Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning D...

Page 12: ... cannot get it work according to the user s manual The equipment has dropped and damaged If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned storage temperature above 60 C 140 f it may damage the equipment The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max 35 C The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704 1 198...

Page 13: ... basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Use only the power cord indicated in this manual Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids Never spill liquid into the AC adapter Laser W...

Page 14: ...es könne einen Brand bzw Elektrischen Schlag auslösen Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung a Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät ...

Page 15: ...pazität von mindestens 2 5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten um das Risiko von Feuer Stromschlägen und Verletzungen zu minimieren Zu beachten sind u a folgende Punkte Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser wie zum Beispiel Badewanne Waschbecken S...

Page 16: ...case threatening to damage the electronic parts inside After receiving your notebook when it s hot or cold outside try not to power up the computer immediately let the computer adjust to the room temperature gradually at least for three to four hours If your system arrives in cold weather do not apply power to the computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature Heat Co...

Page 17: ...ll over for roadside computing try to choose a clean comfortable work area for your system A lithium ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling If you are running your system for the first time on battery power remove the battery from the package install it into the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for service 7 ...

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Page 19: ...t Try to place the LCD panel or external monitor so that there is little glare from the sun on the monitor Walk around the room every hour Every half hour look away from the computer screen for a few minutes Place everything that you need to work within easy reach Welcome to the Notebook PC Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable c...

Page 20: ...comfortable viewing position Press on the Power button to start your computer To avoid damage to the display panel 1 Try not to slam the display upon closing it 2 Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open 3 Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel To shutdown the system in non Windows DOS mode System POST Setup Menu or Quick Boot Men...

Page 21: ...e several features important for operating your Notebook computer Each of these features is briefly described below LCD Cover Release Latch 1 2 3 4 5 LCD Screen Internet Explorer Button Wireless LAN Button System Status Indicator Panel 11 ...

Page 22: ...xt when you press a key When you press the Caps Lock key again the indicator goes off and the keyboard produces lowercase text Scroll Lock Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode Some applications will move information across the screen differently when Scroll Lock is on Wireless Indicates when the system LAN is functioning Power Resume Button 6 7 8 9 10 TouchPad TouchPad Buttons Scroll...

Page 23: ...The Left Side Ventilation Opening 1 2 3 4 USB Port USB Port The LAN Port When using a LAN please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting 13 ...

Page 24: ...o reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord 6 Microphone Jack Audio Line Out Jack 7 L LE ED D I In nd di ic ca at to or rs s These three LED indicators are separately program for the following functions Power On Suspend Mode and Battery Charge Power On 1 2 3 Battery Charge Suspend Mode 14 ...

Page 25: ...The Right Side The CD ROM DVD ROM or DVD CD RW Combo Option 1 2 DC IN Connector 15 ...

Page 26: ...The Rear Ventilation Opening 1 2 3 4 5 6 Kensington Lock S Video Port Parallel Port External CRT Port USB Ports 16 ...

Page 27: ...The Bottom Panel MiniPCI Wireless LAN Modem Combo Compartment Option 1 2 3 4 5 Expansion Compartment Battery Release Latch Battery Hard Disk Drive 17 ...

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Page 29: ...e hole grounded AC outlet To connect the computer to an external power source Plug the AC adapter s connector into the DC IN connector on the rear of the computer Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and then to a wall outlet The best kind of AC power source to connect your Notebook to is a UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply Lacking this use a power strip with a built in surge protector Do not u...

Page 30: ...m the hard disk drive into computer memory this is commonly referred to as booting a computer If your OS Operating System such as Windows XP etc is installed it should start automatically To turn the Notebook off save your work and close all open applications click on Start then select the Turn off the computer A selection box will be displayed and click on the Turn Off button to shut down your co...

Page 31: ...n your Notebook computer when you unpack it If not inserted follow these directions Turn over the notebook with the front of the unit facing you and place it on a solid flat surface Angle the battery into the bay The front edge of the battery should slide into the grooves in the system case Gently lower the battery into the bay and push it until it clicks securely in the bay To remove the battery ...

Page 32: ...d the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance 22 ...

Page 33: ...display between the LCD CRT simultaneous LCD CRT TV LCD TV and TV CRT This function will be disabled when the system is in Overlay playing video or Extended Desktop mode LCD Care LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling Please pay attention to the following precautions When you are not using the computer keep the LCD screen closed to protect it from dust If you need to clean you...

Page 34: ...s software The function keys F1 F12 on the top row of the keyboard serve different purposes and carry out different tasks depending on the application you are running The cursor arrow keys which are all located in the lower right corner of your keyboard and the PgUp PgDn Home and End keys which are located along the right edge of the keyboard allow you to move the active cursor of the computer to ...

Page 35: ...aker volume Fn F4 Increases the speaker volume Fn F7 Decreases the brightness level Fn F8 Increases the brightness level Fn F10 Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size This function will be disabled when the system is in Overlay mode playing video Fn F12 This key combination toggles the display between the LCD CRT simultaneous LCD CRT TV LCD TV and TV CRT...

Page 36: ...chPad buttons You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as non Windows applications Connecting an External Tracking Devices The system will only enables you to use one tracking device whether it is an internal or external tracking device Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer The Not...

Page 37: ...the disc Store discs in a cool dry place not to damage the disc Do not use benzene thinners or cleaners with detergent Only use CD ROM DVD ROM cleaning kits Do not bend or drop the discs Loading a Disc To play a CD disc follow the instructions listed below Push the CD ROM DVD ROM Combo Drive eject button on the CD drive door Gently pull the tray all the way out Carefully lift the CD ROM DVD ROM Co...

Page 38: ...pter and the battery system The AC Adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the computer The Battery Power System A fully charged pack will provide approximately 2 hours of battery life depending on your system configuration application it runs Before using the computer on battery power for the first time check the battery status icon on the Windows Toolbar to make ...

Page 39: ...In general using the battery until the low low battery warning indicator appears and fully recharges the battery each time full discharge charge cycle will ensure the accurate reporting of the battery gauge status Automatic Battery Pack Charging Function You can automatically charge the battery pack by using the AC Adapter The charge time is about three hours when the Notebook power is turned off ...

Page 40: ...certain system information while the power is off If the Notebook is left without a power source for long period of time this battery will be exhausted and system information will be lost Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Never re...

Page 41: ...e Brightness To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen press and hold down the Fn key in the lower left hand corner of the keyboard and press the F7 key to reduce the brightness or F8 to increase the brightness 31 ...

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Page 43: ...tereo speakers a microphone and input audio ports for external audio units An external microphone can be connected to the microphone jack External speakers or headphones can be connected to the Notebook s audio out jack External audio devices can be connected to the Line in jack All audio features are software controlled The Notebook s multimedia sound system includes the following features Suppor...

Page 44: ...dows for information on using the various elements in sound recording For a high quality sound click on the Volume Control at the lower right end of your screen From the Volume Control windows click on the Advanced tab click and select the Microphone Boost item Playing Sound Files Your notebook can play audio files stored in MIDI WAVE or MP3 file format Check the Help and Support Center in Windows...

Page 45: ...erface ports including an enhanced parallel printer port a serial port and USB ports These are provided as a means of connecting peripheral devices to the computer Connect peripheral devices to the computer s interface ports as shown below 35 ...

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Page 47: ...to an Internet Service Provider ISP for Internet service in order for you to connect the modem to the Internet and use e mail For more detail on the Network key please refer to your local ISP provider and follow the procedures describe in the ISP Installation Guide to proceed with the installation Using a wired LAN for Connection to Internet For you connect to the Internet a wired LAN environment ...

Page 48: ... use your mouse pointer to click on the Local Area Connection 3 Select Properties from the popup menu that appears 4 In the This connection uses the following items field select Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties 5 38 ...

Page 49: ...IP and DNS server addresses on the General tab of the Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window If DHCP is used click Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically on the General tab 6 39 ...

Page 50: ... connects without reconfiguring 1 Follow the steps mentioned when you are using wired LAN connection from 1 to 7 Click on the User configured and enter the appropriate values in the Alternate Configuration tab 2 When you have completed the entire configuration click OK 3 Using Wireless LAN Network for Connection to Internet 1 From Start click on the My Network Places icon and click the View Networ...

Page 51: ...splay on your lower right end of the Windows display Click on the icon and select the setting for the available network shown on the list and click on the Connect button For more detail on the Network key please refer to your local ISP provider and follow the procedures describe in the ISP Installation Guide to proceed with the installation 41 ...

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Page 53: ...se menus you can configure such items as Hard drives and peripherals Bootup Drive Sequence Password protection The settings made in the BIOS Setup program intimately affect how the Notebook performs Navigating through BIOS Setup The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible If you accidentally make a setting and don t know which one to switch back to the Setup program h...

Page 54: ...e this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook Exit Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program To access the menu bar items press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted The Legend Bar At the bottom of the Setup screen you will notice a leg...

Page 55: ...options for a field Launching Submenus Note that a right pointer symbol X appears to the left of certain fields This pointer indicates that a submenu can be launched from this field A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter To call up a submenu simply move the cursor to highlight the field and press the Enter key Use the Esc key to return to the Main menu General Help In addition...

Page 56: ...it the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed the following screen appears 46 ...

Page 57: ...The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu 47 ...

Page 58: ...s the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system You can also configure the way that the system will boot up To make changes select Boot from the menu bar The following screen appears 48 ...

Page 59: ...The Security Menu The Notebook s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources data and the BIOS Setup Program 49 ...

Page 60: ...e Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program you should save your changes and exit Setup Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu 50 ...

Page 61: ...he correct drive letter Click on Setup to begin the Installation Wizard Follow the Wizard s on screen instructions to complete the installation Restart the system Installing the Sound Driver Insert the CD ROM Driver into your CD ROM DVD ROM drive Click Start and Select Run Type the following D Driver Sound Realtek setup exe If D is not your CD ROM DVD ROM drive substitute D with the correct drive ...

Page 62: ...start the system Installing the Modem Driver Insert the CD ROM Driver into your CD ROM DVD ROM drive Click Start and Select Run Type the following D Driver Modem QCOM Win2kxp setup exe If D is not your CD ROM DVD ROM drive substitute D with the correct drive letter Click on Setup to begin the Installation Wizard Follow the Wizard s on screen instructions to complete the installation Restart the sy...

Page 63: ...have restarted Windows open the Control Panel and double click on the Display icon From the Display Properties window select the Settings tab and click on the Advanced tab to enter the Default Monitor and SiS 651_661FX_741_760_M661FX_M6 window You will notice four new entries have been made in the Utility Manager window Gamma Correction Video Setting Driver Mode Setting and Product File Informatio...

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Page 67: ...problems and software problems Hardware problems can be further divided into electrical and mechanical problems You will know you have a hardware problem if the screen is dark the computer cannot read the disk drives or you get an error message during the Power On Self Test POST Software errors can occur at several levels The ROM BIOS and the operating system can give you a large number of error m...

Page 68: ...y peripheral devices look for loose or disconnected cables If the computer is too close to a wall a cable connection may be loose or the cables may be crimped Do not substitute cables for different devices other than the manufacturer recommended cables even if they look exactly alike The wiring inside the cable may be different 4 When you are certain that you have power available and all connectio...

Page 69: ...uter only those that allow it to be operational enough to run diagnostic programs If your system does not successfully complete the POST but displays a blank screen emits a series of beeps or displays an error code consult your dealer General Hardware Problems A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions are presented in the table below Problem Solution Problem Solution Problem Solution ...

Page 70: ...r booting up again contact technical support for assistance The system cannot access the CD ROM DVD ROM drive Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive Make sure that you are using the correct program for that kind of CD For example the system cannot read a data CD using an audio program You cannot operate the printer Check the printer cable connection Ensure that the printer power switch ...

Page 71: ...ions the next step is to contact your dealer Your dealer can determine if the problem is something that requires the computer to be taken to the shop Before you call your dealer however prepare the following information How is your computer configured Your dealer needs to know what peripheral devices you are using What messages if any are on the screen What software were you running at the time Wh...

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Page 73: ... release the module Angle the card slightly upward and gently slide it from its edge connector slot Store the card in the anti static bag that contains your new module s To install the new memory card hold the card with its gold edge connector toward the edge connector slot of the compartment To help you orient the cards the edge connector has been made with two unequal length sections You will on...

Page 74: ...em in a safe place Slide the HDD cover away from the compartment The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the notebook computer There are 4 screws hold the bracket Remove the screws and set them in a safe place Push the HDD slightly in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration to release it from the pins of the drive Gently hold the grip of the HDD lift it up to ...

Page 75: ...Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case Secure the cover with the three screws 65 ...

Page 76: ...er and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals From the rear side of your notebook use your index finger to lift up the hinge cover attached to the LCD screen Bend your LCD screen into 90 degree angle then carefully lift up the hinge cover Remove the screen that is attached to the keyboard in order to remove the heatsink on top of the CPU 66 ...

Page 77: ...arefully After loosening one screw be certain that the next to be loosen should be the screw on its adjacent side as shown on the illustration Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink Now you can totally remove all the screws also in that order when you first loosen the screw 67 ...

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Page 79: ...ory Support 3 3V DDR 266 333 400 SDRAM Module LCD Display 14 1 15 XGA 1024 x 768 TFT LCD Video Graphics Integrated graphic controller SiS661 internal graphics AGP 8X SMA up to 64MB DDR SDRAM Hard Drive 2 5 9 5mm height ATA100 66 support Optical Drive 12 7 mm height CD ROM DVD ROM Combo Drive DVD ROM CD RW DVD RW Dual DVD Pointing Device Synaptics touchpad with 4 way scrolling button Application La...

Page 80: ...y pack 53 28Whr 1800mAh square type Battery Charge 2 hrs charge time to 100 capacity by 4 cell Li Ion battery pack while system off 4 hrs charge time to 100 capacity by 8 cell Li Ion battery pack while system on Battery Life Approximately 1 5 hours by 4 cell Li Ion battery pack square type Approximately 2 hours by 8 cell Li Ion battery pack square type BIOS AMI Support PnP password Communication O...

Page 81: ...71 Weight 2 6 kg with 14 1 panel 4 cell battery and Optical Drive installed ...

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