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Overview E - 1

Windows 8

Windows 8

Appendix E: Windows 8

Overview

This Appendix contains information (including control panel information, driver installation etc.) for users of
the 

Windows 8 OS

. 

You can refer to the main manual for details of drivers required, audio & video information, BIOS, modules etc.
However any information specific to 

Windows 8

 will be included in this Appendix, as well as details on how to

navigate the 

Windows 8

 

Metro User Interface

 to access the applications, control panels, taskbar etc.

Windows 7/8 OS

In order to run 

Windows 7 or 8 (32 Bit) 

without limitations or decreased performance, your computer requires a minimum

1GB

 of system memory (RAM), however if you are running 

Windows 7 or 8 (64 bit)

 your computer requires a minimum

2GB

 of system memory (RAM).

Summary of Contents for W25BBZ W8

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Page 3: ...use of this publication This publication and any accompanying software may not in whole or in part be reproduced translated trans mitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent f...

Page 4: ...rk Lux embourg Finland Netherlands France Norway Germany Portugal Greece Spain Iceland Sweden Ireland United Kingdom Cyprus Czech Republic Estonia Hungary Latvia Lithuania Malta Slovakia Poland Slov e...

Page 5: ...wed to sell his product in the European market This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R TTE directive 1999 5 EC in order to attain CE Marking A notified body has determined that th...

Page 6: ...communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can...

Page 7: ...manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment If your purchase option includes both Wireless LAN and 3G modules then the appropriate antennas...

Page 8: ...ay be a remote risk of electrical 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 n...

Page 9: ...nd of heating ele ment This is an electrical appliance If water or any other liquid gets into it the computer could be badly dam aged Do not expose the computer to any shock or vibration Do not place...

Page 10: ...and don t forget to save your work Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted 5 Take care when using peripheral devices Do not turn off the power until you...

Page 11: ...lug the power cord be sure to disconnect it by the plug head not by its wire Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices Befor...

Page 12: ...eries may experience a slight expansion or swelling however this is part of the battery s safety mecha nism and is not a cause for concern Use proper handling procedures when using polymer batteries D...

Page 13: ...e or qual ified service personnel Keep children away from and promptly dispose of a damaged battery Always dispose of batteries carefully Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly...

Page 14: ...any of the following conditions When the power cord or AC DC adapter is damaged or frayed If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids If the computer does not work normally when you foll...

Page 15: ...the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag s straps 7 If you re taking any peripherals e g a printer mouse or digital camera pack them and those devices adapters and or cables 8 Anti...

Page 16: ...ata Pass your computer and disks around the devices Ask security officials to hand inspect them you may be asked to turn it on Note Some airports also scan luggage with these devices Fly safely Most a...

Page 17: ...ms wrists and hands in a relaxed position Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary Use a chair with a back and adjust it to s...

Page 18: ...ake the following precautions Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time Use a rotating moving or blank screen saver this prevents an image from being d...

Page 19: ...structions for Care and Operation VII Power Safety IX Polymer Battery Precautions X Battery Precautions XI Cleaning XII Servicing XII Travel Considerations XIII Quick Start Guide Overview 1 1 Advanced...

Page 20: ...sign I Only 1 13 Hot Key Buttons Model A Design III Only 1 14 Keyboard Model A Designs I II 1 15 Keyboard Model A Design III 1 16 Keyboard Models B C 1 17 Function Hot Key Indicators 1 18 Control Cent...

Page 21: ...or DVDs 2 4 DVD Regional Codes 2 5 Multi In 1 Card Reader 2 6 Touchpad and Buttons Mouse 2 7 Gestures and Device Settings 2 8 Audio Features 2 12 Power Management Overview 3 1 The Power Sources 3 2 A...

Page 22: ...tery Life 3 13 New Battery 3 13 Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter 3 13 Proper handling of the Battery Pack 3 14 Battery FAQ 3 15 Drivers Utilities What to Install 4 1 Module Driver Install...

Page 23: ...4 6 Audio 4 7 Windows Experience Index 4 8 Optional Drivers 4 8 BIOS Utilities Overview 5 1 The Setup Utility 5 2 Failing the POST 5 3 Fatal Errors 5 3 Non Fatal Errors 5 3 Setup Screens 5 4 Main Menu...

Page 24: ...Upgrading the System Memory RAM 6 12 Modules Options Overview 7 1 PC Camera Module 7 3 PC Camera Driver Installation 7 4 Wireless LAN Module 7 11 802 11b g n Driver Installation for WLAN Module Only...

Page 25: ...ity 7 39 Sending a Text Message 7 41 Phonebook 7 44 SMS Settings 7 47 Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher 7 50 Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher Installation 7 50 AirCard Watcher Application 7 51 Air Card W...

Page 26: ...eon Security Platform Settings Tool 7 70 Troubleshooting Overview 8 1 Basic Hints and Tips 8 2 Backup and General Maintenance 8 3 Viruses 8 4 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software 8 5 Problems an...

Page 27: ...ne Control Center Preferences C 3 Display Devices Options C 7 Configuring an External Display C 8 Configuring an External Display In Windows 7 C 13 HDMI Audio Configuration C 17 Specifications Process...

Page 28: ...Indicators D 4 Design Feature D 4 Operating System D 4 Environmental Spec D 4 Dimensions Weight D 5 Windows 8 Overview E 1 Windows 8 Start Screen Desktop E 2 Apps Tiles E 3 Desktop Application E 4 Win...

Page 29: ...ination E 18 Wake On LAN Settings E 19 Running Metro UI Apps E 20 Drivers Utilities E 22 Driver Installation Windows 8 E 23 PC Camera Windows 8 E 25 Metro UI Camera App E 26 Taking Pictures Capturing...

Page 30: ...XXVIII Preface Charms Bar E 38 3G Module Windows 8 E 42 3G Configuration in Windows 8 E 43 Charms Bar E 43...

Page 31: ...essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems Chapter 5 An outline of the computer s built in software or BIOS Basic Input Output System Chapter 6 Instructions for up...

Page 32: ...rough all the documentation more detailed descriptions of the functions setup and system controls are covered in the remainder of the User s Manual but do not worry if you do not understand every thin...

Page 33: ...as an interface between the com puter and a hardware component e g a wireless network module It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed You will be unable to use most advanc...

Page 34: ...d connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 5 Use one hand to raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle do not exceed 130 degrees use the other hand as illustrated in Figure 1 1 below to s...

Page 35: ...information covers information related to the Windows 7 operating system however for specific information on the Windows 8 operating system see Appendix E Note In order to run Windows 7 SP1 without li...

Page 36: ...different from that pictured throughout this manual all ports jacks and general functions are the same for all the design styles see Specifications on page D 1 for further details Table 1 1 Model Dif...

Page 37: ...1 6 7 3 5 8 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable elec tronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually pro hibited Make sure the mod ule s are OFF if you are using t...

Page 38: ...evice Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircr...

Page 39: ...8 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer...

Page 40: ...craft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the key combinatio...

Page 41: ...a is that indicated within the red dotted lines above 8 3 1 8 4 6 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable elec tronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually pro hibi...

Page 42: ...e Computer is in Sleep Mode Blinking Orange The PC Camera is In Use for 14 0 35 56cm Model A computers only Orange The Battery is Charging Green The Battery is Fully Charged Blinking Orange The Batter...

Page 43: ...ot Key Buttons Model A Design I Only When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power consumption Note this may reduce comput er performance Hot Key Function Toggle Silent Mode for power...

Page 44: ...e the WLAN module on off with one quick button press Table 1 5 Hot Key Buttons Model A Design III Only Hot Key Function Toggle WLAN Module On Off Activate the Default Internet Program Activate the Def...

Page 45: ...SB keyboard The system will detect and enable it auto matically However spe cial functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work NumLk ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either Num...

Page 46: ...keyboard The system will detect and enable it auto matically However spe cial functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work NumLk ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either NumLk...

Page 47: ...system will detect and enable it auto matically However spe cial functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work NumLk ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either NumLk or ScrLk to...

Page 48: ...tion Keys Function Fn Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Fn F7 Display Toggle Fn 3G Module Power Toggle Fn F8 F9 Brightness Decrease Increase Fn F1 TouchPad Toggle Fn F10 PC Camera Power Toggle Fn F2...

Page 49: ...ot feature the wireless Bluetooth buttons and Airplane Mode see page E 15 for Windows 8 information Figure 1 10 Control Center Control Center Click on any button to turn any of the modules e g TouchPa...

Page 50: ...Battery 3 Security Lock Slot Battery Information Always completely dis charge then fully charge a new battery before us ing it Completely dis charge and charge the battery at least once ev ery 30 day...

Page 51: ...HDMI Out Port 5 USB 3 0 Port 6 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 7 Multi in 1 Card Reader 7 4 1 6 5 2 3 Model A Model B 5 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 Multi In 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popula...

Page 52: ...Start Guide 1 System Map Right Views Figure 1 13 Right Views 1 Microphone In Jack 2 Headphone Out Jack 3 USB 2 0 Port 4 Optical Device Drive Bay for CD DVD Device 5 Security Lock Slot 1 2 5 1 4 2 3 Mo...

Page 53: ...on t try to remove a floppy disk CD DVD while the system is accessing it This may cause the system to crash Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double click Device Manager Hardware...

Page 54: ...Bay Cover 5 3G USIM Card Cover Optional CPU The CPU is not a user serviceable part Overheating To prevent your comput er from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent Fan Intake while the compute...

Page 55: ...5 3G USIM Card Cover Optional 6 Speakers CPU The CPU is not a user serviceable part Overheating To prevent your comput er from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent Fan Intake while the compu...

Page 56: ...art Overheating To prevent your comput er from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent Fan In take while the computer is in use 2 1 4 3 5 5 3 3 Battery Information Always completely discharge th...

Page 57: ...elect Properties to customize the appearance of the Start menu In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from the Sta...

Page 58: ...access Display Control Panel and Screen Resolution in Windows 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Display icon In the Appearances and Personalization category 3 Click Adjust Screen Resolutio...

Page 59: ...ol Center OR 2 Double click the icon in the Windows taskbar notification area or right click the icon and select AMD VISION Engine Control Center OR 3 Click Advanced settings Figure 1 18 in the Screen...

Page 60: ...Guide 1 4 Click the Preferences button and select either Advanced View or Standard View 5 The menu headings allow you to select which items you wish to change Figure 1 20 AMD VISION Engine Control Cen...

Page 61: ...ons for the power button sleep button computer lid when closed display and sleep mode from the left menu Note that the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance Click to select one o...

Page 62: ...Quick Start Guide 1 32 1...

Page 63: ...view Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer Hard Disk Drive Optical CD DVD Device Multi In 1 Card Reader Touchpad and Buttons Mouse Audio Feat...

Page 64: ...e from the bot tom of your computer as seen below For further details see Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive on page 6 5 Power Safety Before attempting to ac cess any of the internal components of your com...

Page 65: ...de facing up use just enough force for the disc to click onto the tray s spindle Gently push the CD DVD tray in until its lock clicks and you are ready to start The busy indicator will light up while...

Page 66: ...her materials to the surface of the disc Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high temperature areas Do not use benzene thinner or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD Do not bend the CD or DVD Do...

Page 67: ...onal code 4 DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your module s region code 5 times The fifth selection is permanent This cannot be altered even if you change your o...

Page 68: ...s Make sure you install the card reader driver see CardReader on page 4 6 Note The PC adapters are usually supplied with these cards Card Reader Cover Make sure you keep the rubber cover provided in...

Page 69: ...d driver icon in the notification area You may then configure the Touchpad tapping buttons scrolling see sidebar pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferences Touchpad Scrolling This comp...

Page 70: ...ck Control Panel 2 Click Mouse Hardware and Sound 3 Click Device Settings tab and click Settings 4 Use the menu tree on the left to access the user configurable settings Show Video You can get a clear...

Page 71: ...e Touchpad by accident by rec ognizing when your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing You can adjust the sensitivity of Smart Sense by moving the slider towards Max to he...

Page 72: ...be used to perform the same function as a scroll wheel in Windows applications that support CTRL scroll wheel zoom functionality Place two fingers on the Touchpad for best results use the tips of the...

Page 73: ...and slide it in a circular motion around the stationary finger clockwise or counterclockwise to rotate the object Three Finger Flick Three Fingers Down Press The Three Finger Flick gesture may be use...

Page 74: ...p or VIA HD Audio Deck control panel The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key combination Sound Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set using the volume control within Wind...

Page 75: ...rom the VIA HD Audio Deck in Ex pert Mode Click Speaker in VIA HD Audio Deck in Expert Mode and click the Sync Left and Right volume button see left You can then adjust the volume slid ers independent...

Page 76: ...Features Components 2 14 2...

Page 77: ...guring the Power Buttons Battery Information For information on the Windows 8 operating system see Appendix E The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system OS direct...

Page 78: ...ower button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an electrical outlet is unavailable Battery life varies depending on the applications and t...

Page 79: ...anel to configure this feature Forced Off If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the power button for 4 seconds or longer to force the sys tem to turn itself off P...

Page 80: ...ified time and to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac cess further configuration options in Advance...

Page 81: ...wer Choose High performance you may need to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan for maximum performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power...

Page 82: ...ng your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Sleep to save power The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last l...

Page 83: ...of time and will not have the chance to charge the battery Shut down You should Shut down the computer if you plan to install new hardware don t for get to remove the battery and follow all the safety...

Page 84: ...buttons do on the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu Password Protection It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data However you can dis able th...

Page 85: ...Button Orange AC DC adapter Display Turned Off Green Press a Key or Move the Mouse Touchpad Closing the Lid If you have chosen to send the computer to Sleep when the lid is closed raising the lid will...

Page 86: ...toggle the Control Center on off 2 Click either the Performance Balanced or Energy Star button 3 Click in a blank area of the icon or press a key on the keyboard to exit Power Conservation Mode witho...

Page 87: ...ut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from power plan Change plan settings Change advanced power settings see Figure 3 2 on page 3 5 Click the battery icon in the notification...

Page 88: ...er when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter Reduce the amount of time before the display is turned off Close wireless Bluetooth modem or communication applications when they are not being used Disc...

Page 89: ...e a new battery see Battery FAQ on page 3 15 for instructions on how to do this Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter is attache...

Page 90: ...Discard used battery according to the manufacturer s in structions Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects e g the battery is bent out of shape after being dropped or any unusua...

Page 91: ...down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own 1 Save a...

Page 92: ...nagement 3 16 Battery Information 3 3 Click Change plan settings after creating it and click Change plan settings Change advanced power settings Figure 3 9 Change Plan Settings Change Advanced Power S...

Page 93: ...battery options 5 Choose the options below click Yes if a warning appears Low battery levels 0 Critical battery Levels 1 Low battery action Do Nothing Critical battery action On battery Shut Down Crit...

Page 94: ...arge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at l...

Page 95: ...ivers Utilities User s Manual disc contains the drivers and util ities necessary for the proper operation of the computer Table 4 1 on page 4 3 lists what you need to install and it is very important...

Page 96: ...er Screen 1 1 Check the driver installation order from Table 4 1 on page 4 3 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below 2 Click to...

Page 97: ...e WLAN Bluetooth Combo modules Win 7 SP1 Win 8 Driver Page Win 7 SP1 Win 8 Driver Page Video VGA Page 4 6 PC Camera Module Only 14 0 35 56cm Model A computers require a camera driver for Windows 8 Pag...

Page 98: ...ginal driver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Programs and Features icon Pro grams Uninstall a program Click to select the driver if it is not listed see below...

Page 99: ...ication for Windows New Hardware Found If you see the message New Hardware Found dur ing the installation procedure other than when out lined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the...

Page 100: ...Yes 5 Click Finish Yes to restart the computer Note After installing the video driver go to the Dis play control panel to adjust the video settings to the highest resolution LAN 1 Click 2 Install LAN...

Page 101: ...er and click Option Drivers button to ac cess the optional driver menu Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win dows Update in order to get all the latest security up d...

Page 102: ...and Tools System and Security System Check the Windows Experience Index 3 Click Rate this computer Refresh Now Re run the assessment 4 The computer will take a few minutes to assess the system perform...

Page 103: ...make This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing There is one general rule Don t make any changes unless you are sure of what you are doing Many of the settings are required...

Page 104: ...he system a few seconds to enter Setup If the Boot Logo is enabled the F2 on screen will be highlighted to illustrate that the system is processing the request during the POST or press F7 for boot opt...

Page 105: ...ors This kind of error still allows you to boot You will get a message identifying the problem make a note of this message and you can then press F7 the F7 on screen will be highlighted to illustrate...

Page 106: ...are confusing press F1 to call up a General Help screen and then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page The Item Specific Help on the upper right side of each screen explains the highlight e...

Page 107: ...Menu The hour setting uses the 24 hour system i e midnight 13 1 pm If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system you will also change these settings Some applications may also...

Page 108: ...on the computer s SATA Ports System Extended Memory Main Menu This item contains information on the system memory and is not user configurable The system will auto detect the amount of memory installe...

Page 109: ...BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu 5 7 5 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Menu The sub menu here allows you to adjust the Bluetooth Power Setting Figure 5 3 Advanced Menu...

Page 110: ...g system and after you have backed up all necessary files and data see sidebar Boot Logo Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the Boot Logo screen at system startup If you disable the Bo...

Page 111: ...only the Aptio Setup Utility If you set a supervisor password you can then add a user password and password on boot Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itsel...

Page 112: ...ot the computer you may only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled If Enabled is selected only users who enter a correct password can boot the system see the warning in the sideba...

Page 113: ...s available as a menu option if you have Windows 8 set as your operating system and have enabled UEFI Boot see Boot Menu on page 5 15 Enabling Secure Boot will bring up the Secure Boot Mode menu to en...

Page 114: ...Platform Module TPM support and to configure the TPM State Select TPM Configuration and press En ter to access the sub menu Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable to...

Page 115: ...lect TPM State press Enter and select Enable to change the TPM state to en abled You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer As the computer restarts press F2 to enter...

Page 116: ...TPM State Enabled Select Pending operation press Enter and select the option you require if you are initializing TPM you should select Enable Take Ownership You will then need to press F4 to save the...

Page 117: ...Item specific help on the right is available to help you move devices up and down the order Press Enter to select the Boot Option device menu use the arrow keys to select a device and press Enter agai...

Page 118: ...enu This item tells allows you to set the operating system you intend to use This item should be set before you install an operating system UEFI Boot Boot Menu OS Select Enable disable UEFI Boot from...

Page 119: ...sing to Discard Changes or Exit Discarding Changes will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup You can also choose to restore the original Setup defaults that will re turn the Setup to its or...

Page 120: ...BIOS Utilities 5 18 5...

Page 121: ...ctricity may damage the compo nents The chapter includes Removing the Battery Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device Upgrading the System Memory RAM Please make sure that yo...

Page 122: ...component s Power Safety Warning Before you undertake any upgrade proce dures make sure that you have turned off the power and disconnect ed all peripherals and cables including tele phone lines and...

Page 123: ...ant to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast er new one you will need to contact your customer service representative We rec ommend that you do not do this yourself sin...

Page 124: ...f and turn it over 2 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow 3 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place 4 Slide the battery out in the direction of the arrow Warranty W...

Page 125: ...all all necessary drivers and util ities see Driver Installation on page 4 2 when setting up a new hard disk HDD System Warning New HDD s are blank Be fore you begin make sure You have backed up any d...

Page 126: ...Disk Drive 6 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the hard disk bay cover and loosen screws 3 Remove the hard disk bay cover Figure 6 2 Hard Disk Bay Cover Removal...

Page 127: ...verse the process to install a new hard disk drive do not forget to replace all the screws and covers Hard Disk Screws Cover The hard disks and cov ers pictured here may appear slightly different from...

Page 128: ...Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device The procedure for removing the optical device will depend upon your particular computer model See Removing the Optical Device for Model A Computers on page 6 9 See...

Page 129: ...e screws 3 Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover 4 Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover Fan Cable Cover Make sure you recon nec...

Page 130: ...he Optical CD DVD Device 6 5 Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point 6 Reverse the process to install the new device Figure 6 5 Removing the O...

Page 131: ...1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Remove the hard disk see page 6 5 3 Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point...

Page 132: ...tery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Model B has 5 screws and Models A C have 4 screws Fan Cable Cover Make sure you recon nect the fan cable before screwing down the bay cover Note...

Page 133: ...Memory RAM 6 13 6 3 Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover 4 Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover Figure 6 8 Bottom Cover Remov...

Page 134: ...econd module if necessary 8 Insert a new module holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot 9 The module s pin alignment will allow it to only fit one way Make su...

Page 135: ...down the bay cover 12 Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to register the new memory configuration as it starts up Cover Pins Note that this computer model has four cover pins These pins need to b...

Page 136: ...Upgrading The Computer 6 16 6...

Page 137: ...Windows 8 operating system see Appendix E Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the modul...

Page 138: ...e antenna must not be co located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Important Notice 3G Bluetooth Wireless LAN Modules In order to comply with FCC regulations you should N...

Page 139: ...ble with this computer model series You will have the appropriate application installed for your camera Make sure you access the application via the desktop shortcut Latest PC Camera Driver Informatio...

Page 140: ...ard ware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again See PC Camera Windows 8 on page E 25 for information on the cam era application used in Windows 8 PC Camera Screen Refresh The...

Page 141: ...icrophone Realtek High Definition Audio and make sure the item is not disabled 5 Double click Microphone or select Properties from the right click menu 6 Click Levels tab and adjust the Microphone and...

Page 142: ...Modules Options 7 6 PC Camera Module 7 Figure 7 1 Audio Setup for PC Camera Right click...

Page 143: ...Capture 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the video and press Esc to stop the capture you can view the file using the Windows Media Player Set Capture...

Page 144: ...CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C drive system partition In order to prevent system problems it is recommended that you save the...

Page 145: ...e desktop shortcut 2 Go to Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter 3 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency Anti Flicker Latest PC Camera Driver Information Check the Device Driv ers...

Page 146: ...nd select Take Picture 3 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the desktop Snapshot Folder The Snapshot folder s default location is on the desktop Do not move this folde...

Page 147: ...reless LAN module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Note that you need to install both the WLAN Bluetooth drivers for the WLAN Bluetooth Combo modules s...

Page 148: ...the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 2 Install WLAN Driver Yes 4 Choose the langua...

Page 149: ...t the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 2 Install WLAN Driver Yes 4 Click Next 5 Click Finish to restart the computer see sid...

Page 150: ...to Open Network and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the notification area menu a list of options will appear allowing setting changes and creating a new network N...

Page 151: ...security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect 3 Click to select a network location e g Home Work or Public 4 Click View or change settings in Network and Sharing Center to acces...

Page 152: ...notification area wireless icon click the active connection and then click Disconnect button Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a secure n...

Page 153: ...on battery status power plans used and wireless device status etc To access the Windows Mobility Center 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double clic...

Page 154: ...prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F12 key com bination to toggle power to the Bluetooth module and check the LED indicator to see if th...

Page 155: ...c into the CD DVD drive If a Found New Hard ware window appears click Cancel in all windows that appear and then proceed to install the driver as below 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 3 Install...

Page 156: ...uetooth Devices control panel Double click the notification area icon to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Right click the notification area icon and choose an option from the menu Add...

Page 157: ...rst connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device Pairing Options If a device has been pre viously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when...

Page 158: ...creen instructions on the computer if device drivers are required to be installed 7 Click Close Figure 7 9 Pairing Code Example Figure 7 10 Pairing Complete Bluetooth Device Enabled Pairing Codes The...

Page 159: ...Bluetooth Devices 1 Click the notification area icon and select Open Settings 2 Click Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it...

Page 160: ...e are two optional 3 G modules available for this series of computer models Each module is supplied with the appropri ate application software The module type supplied may depend upon the com puter mo...

Page 161: ...nge in order to release the lock and lift it up 5 Insert the USIM card as illustrated in Figure 7 13 and close the SIMLOCK Figure 7 12 USIM Card Cover Removal Power Safety Warning Before you undertake...

Page 162: ...the SIMLOCK by pushing it in the direction of the arrow in Figure 7 14 until it clicks into the lock position Figure 7 14 SIMLOCK Lock 3G Modules System Wake Up Note that the 3G mod ules DO NOT suppo...

Page 163: ...ing the application does NOT turn off the 3G module Wireless Manager See Wireless Manager Installation on page 7 28 for driver installation information and Wireless Manager Application on page 7 29 fo...

Page 164: ...click Cancel for all Found New Hardware windows that appear 3 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into your exter nal optical device drive 4 Click Option Drivers button 5 Click 4 I...

Page 165: ...reless Manager or the desktop shortcut 3 You may be required to enter you PIN number and click OK 4 Click the Connect button a Profile needs to be selected and in most cases this will be pre configure...

Page 166: ...r icon the timer will indicate your connected time for the current session 7 You can then access the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection Wireless Manager Help To get help on Wi...

Page 167: ...ver the application will still be running to exit the application right click the notification area icon and click Disconnect or Exit Wireless Manager 11 The program will disconnect from the service p...

Page 168: ...les 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortcut 2 Click the Settings Advanced 3 Click the Profiles tab F...

Page 169: ...If Automatic selection is chosen then the application will search the operator pro file database for a profile that matches the details on your USIM card If a correct profile is found it will be autom...

Page 170: ...dule 7 Selecting a Profile 1 Click Manual selection button 2 Click the Filter to view the drop down list 3 Select the Profile you wish to use and click Apply to confirm the selection Figure 7 20 Profi...

Page 171: ...e entered click the appropriate tab and enter the supplied information otherwise leave blank 7 Click Save to save the profile information 8 The profile will be stored under User defined in the Filter...

Page 172: ...to launch the application at Win dows Startup The Advanced settings allows more detailed configuration To access the Ad vanced settings 1 Access the Wireless Manager program from the Start menu Start...

Page 173: ...the module off on using the Fn key combination but you may turn it off when required Automatic mode is the recommended setting for most 3G networks as it will use 3G where available All Frequency ban...

Page 174: ...s startup however the module must be powered on and radio must be turned on You can also automatically connect when resuming from a power saving state click Apply to save any changes Click Default to...

Page 175: ...ervice supports SMS SMS Utility 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortcut 2 Click SMS and the SMS Util...

Page 176: ...ying text messages The tabs at the top of the menu display the Inbox Drafts Outbox Sent and Trash menus Text messages are automatically saved to your computer and may be sorted in as cending or descen...

Page 177: ...ick the New Message tab 4 Enter the phone number in the To field multiple numbers may be entered separated by a semicolon or click the phonebook icon to select a name from the phonebook 5 Select any c...

Page 178: ...will be stored in the Outbox Note that you do not have to connect to the network to Send Receive SMS mes sages Inbox Any received text messages will be displayed in the Inbox The number of unread mess...

Page 179: ...warding a text message Double click the message and click Forward Type the recipients name in the To field or click the icon to select recipients from the phonebook Deleting a text message Right click...

Page 180: ...nd is divided into Contacts and Groups To access the Phonebook 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortc...

Page 181: ...information with your USIM card Click the Save icon to save the information Edit Contact Click the edit icon to make changes to a contact detail and click save to confirm the changes Delete Contact C...

Page 182: ...at least one phone number from the contacts for the group Click the Save icon to save the information Edit Group Click the edit icon to make changes to a contact detail and click save to confirm the c...

Page 183: ...and the SMS Utility will then start 3 Click the Settings Advanced 4 Click the tab to edit any particular setting Figure 7 33 SMS Utility Settings SMS Settings Message Length You can set the number of...

Page 184: ...ff will then be sent automatically the next time radio is turned on You can also choose to Include original message in reply Notification This menu allows you to enable disable Show animation on new m...

Page 185: ...the box and add your number manually if your service provider supplies a different number click Apply to save the change or Default to return to the default number Memory Phonebook memory status disp...

Page 186: ...Install 3G Driver Yes 6 Click Next Install Finish Next Finish 7 The hardware driver installation is now complete so select No I will restart my computer later and click Finish do not restart the compu...

Page 187: ...Watcher or the desktop shortcut 3 If you need to set up a network operator see page 7 56 4 Click the Connect button a Profile needs to be selected and in most cases this will be pre configured PIN Nu...

Page 188: ...and the upload download speeds will be indicated 7 You can then access the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection AirCard Watcher Help Topics To get help on AirCard Watcher config...

Page 189: ...connected you can also click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to display the Windows 7 Mobile Broadband connection status Roaming Notification AirCard Watcher will provide notification...

Page 190: ...click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to display the connection status click Connected and then click the Disconnect button 13 The program will disconnect from the service provider 14...

Page 191: ...the AirCard Watcher screen to bring up the menu and click to select any item required Airplane Mode Click on the Airplane Mode icon to turn the ra dio power off e g if you are aboard an aircraft You c...

Page 192: ...low these instructions 1 Access the AirCard Watcher application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher or the desktop shortcut 2 Either click the menu button and selec...

Page 193: ...if required Creating a Profile 1 Access the AirCard Watcher application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher or the desktop shortcut 2 Make sure you are not connect...

Page 194: ...from the Selected Profile dropdown menu and then click OK to set the profile as the default connection 7 Select the profile and click Advanced to set the Autolaunch TCP IP and DNS settings check with...

Page 195: ...reless AirCard Watcher or the desktop shortcut 2 Either click the menu button and select Options or click the Options button from the main program window 3 Click on any of the menu headings on the lef...

Page 196: ...band information is usually stored on the USIM card SIM Settings You can set your SIM Security and PIN options here Sounds This allows you to set sounds applicable to certain application actions e g w...

Page 197: ...es using AirCard Watcher if your service supports SMS SMS Express 1 Access the AirCard Watcher application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher or the desktop shortc...

Page 198: ...or click the New button in the toolbar 4 Type the recipients phone number in the To field to send to multiple recipients separate the numbers using a semi colon or space 5 Type the message 160 charac...

Page 199: ...ton in the toolbar Type the reply in the message field and click Send to send the message or Save to save it in Drafts Forwarding a text message Click on any message in the appropriate folder and sele...

Page 200: ...ation by a sys tem administrator before users can access security features Individual users can use the TPM as an authentication with the fingerprint reader Make sure you have administrator s rights t...

Page 201: ...y menu 4 Select TPM Configuration and press Enter 5 Select TPM Support and press Enter select Enable and press Enter 6 Select TPM State press Enter and select Enabled to change the TPM state to enable...

Page 202: ...e initializing TPM you should select Enable Take Ownership and press Enter You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer 9 You can now install the TPM driver see Trusted...

Page 203: ...OS before installing the driver if you do not do see the note below 2 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 3 Click Option Drivers button 4 Click 7 Install TPM D...

Page 204: ...m Initialization or click the Security Platform State taskbar bubble 3 The Quick Initialization method will automatically be selected for you if you need to use advanced settings provided by your netw...

Page 205: ...11 Click the tabs and control panels to adjust the settings 12 Double click the taskbar icon to access the Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool or right click the taskbar icon and select a menu it...

Page 206: ...d restore the TPM data As TPM is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations your system administrator will need to assist you in managing the information here Menus Note that not...

Page 207: ...rently logged in Infineon Security Platform user including the ability to change the password configure se cure e mail file and folder encryption and Enhanced Authentication You can also import or del...

Page 208: ...kup and restore operations Backup files contain the computer identification and user identification information which is used to match the machine name and user name with the current machine and user...

Page 209: ...ions Trusted Platform Module 7 73 7 Migration The Migration tab is used to help securely transfer keys and certificates from one platform to another Figure 7 54 Infineon Security Platform Settings Too...

Page 210: ...Modules Options 7 74 Trusted Platform Module 7 Password Reset Use Password Reset to reset basic user passwords when required Figure 7 55 Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool Password Reset...

Page 211: ...ed in conjunction with the TPM to encrypt data on the disk and is done via the Microsoft BitLocker Control Panel Applet Click Configure and select a drive to be encrypted and then follow the Wizard to...

Page 212: ...ules Options 7 76 Trusted Platform Module 7 Access the Microsoft BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel applet from the Windows control panel System and Security Figure 7 57 BitLocker Drive Encrypti...

Page 213: ...Module 7 77 7 Advanced Configure all the Security Platform owner and policy settings from the Advanced tab The settings that can be changed are for the local computer only Figure 7 58 Infineon Securit...

Page 214: ...Modules Options 7 78 7...

Page 215: ...es make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface If all else fails talk to your service representative You should also make a record of what...

Page 216: ...are no loose connections anywhere Power Savings Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Sleep mode by pressing the keys config ured in your Power Options see Power Saving States on page 3 6...

Page 217: ...ms to run at times when you are not using your computer You can use those that are provided free with your OS or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so Write down your passwords and keep th...

Page 218: ...w Viruses are often triggered from within e mail attachments so take care when opening any attached file You can configure most Anti Virus pro grams to check all e mail attachments Note You should als...

Page 219: ...looking at the computer s manual but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Always refer to the doc...

Page 220: ...ings The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found Example if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports and a number of programs running then it wil...

Page 221: ...mediately turn it off then on again You are losing battery power too quickly The system is using too much power If your OS has a Power Options scheme see Power Plans on page 3 4 check its settings You...

Page 222: ...a power saving mode Toggle the sleep resume key combination Fn F4 see Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 The screen controls need to be adjusted Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn F...

Page 223: ...cleaner kit The CD DVD tray will not open when there is a disc in the tray The CD DVD is not correctly placed in the tray Gently try to remove the disc using the eject hole see Loading Discs on page...

Page 224: ...system s power saving features have timed out Use the AC DC adapter press the sleep Fn F4 key combination or press the power button if no LEDs are lit The system never goes into a power saving mode Po...

Page 225: ...amera is in use You are using a 300K or 1 3M camera in the Windows 8 OS The Windows 8 OS does not support 300K or 1 3M cameras and therefore the LED light will not display The Wireless LAN Bluetooth P...

Page 226: ...transfer take into account the following To achieve high speed transfer speeds both devices must sup port high speed data transfer i e both the computer and the Bluetooth compatible device you are co...

Page 227: ...r Driver as appropriate for your operating system 2 Windows Vista will automatically configure the driver for you however Windows 7 requires further configuration 3 Make sure the Bluetooth device is p...

Page 228: ...heral Device and click on Update Driver Software 7 Click Browse my computer for driver software 8 Click Let Me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer Figure 8 2 Browse my computer Let me pi...

Page 229: ...Microsoft Corporation and do not choose Microsoft Note that you must have installed the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Microsoft Corporation to appear in the list 12 Select Windows Mobile...

Page 230: ...5 The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile based device support under Bluetooth Radios 16 You will need to repeat the process for any other Bluetooth Peripheral Devices listed under Ot...

Page 231: ...Ports Jacks A 1 A Appendix A Interface Ports Jacks Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface ports jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devi...

Page 232: ...ternal monitor or Flat Panel Display to get dual video or simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor FPD HDMI Out Port The HDMI Out High Definition Multimedia Interface is an audio video con...

Page 233: ...l Bus 2 0 compatible ports USB 2 0 is fully USB 1 1 compliant are for low speed peripherals such as keyboards mice or scanners and for high speed peripherals such as external HDDs digital video camera...

Page 234: ...Interface Ports Jacks A 4 A...

Page 235: ...es on off Click the Control Center icons to toggle the appropriate function or hold the mouse button down and move the slider where applicable Certain functions will automatically be adjusted when a p...

Page 236: ...s e g WLAN Bluetooth 3G or Camera screen brightness TouchPad power and Silent Mode You can click a Control Center icon to set an overall power mode and then click individual icons in the Control Cente...

Page 237: ...r Plan Power Saver Balanced Power Saving Power Saving High Performance User Defined Power Conservation Mode Energy Star BIOS Default Energy Star Energy Star Performance Brightness 14 42 100 42 100 WLA...

Page 238: ...ination to turn off the LED backlight press any key to turn it on again Note that screen brightness is also effected by the Power Mode selected see Table B 1 on page B 3 Volume The Volume icon will sh...

Page 239: ...ing the Time Zone button will access the Date and Time Windows control panel Desktop Background Clicking the Desktop Background button will allow you to change the desktop background picture TouchPad...

Page 240: ...You can use Silent Mode to reduce power consump tion and fan noise Note that the Silent Mode effected by the Power Mode selected Silent Mode is OFF Silent Mode is On Note Silent Mode may reduce compu...

Page 241: ...igure the driver installation settings button and click Next 5 Click Accept button and click Yes 6 Click Finish Yes to restart the computer 7 After the computer has restarted click Restart Now to rest...

Page 242: ...ick the AMD VISION Engine Control Center tab and then click the control center button Taskbar Icon The Control Center can also be accessed by dou ble clicking the icon in the taskbar notification area...

Page 243: ...view the control panel in either Standard View or Ad vanced View To display Standard View or Advanced View 1 Open the control center 2 Click the Preferences button and select either Advanced View or...

Page 244: ...feature a series of menu headings with clickable sub menus which allow you to adjust Desktops and Displays Power Video Gaming and Information Click the Start button to access the top level menu from a...

Page 245: ...e arrows in any button to display the sub menus note all the figures in the remainder of this chapter are in Advanced View Sub Menus Click a menu button to expand any sub menus and then click the appr...

Page 246: ...uick access to features such as display options 3D Settings color power and Information menus etc Adjust settings from the options in the sub menus Help Menus Press F1 to bring up Help menu Click the...

Page 247: ...gle One of the connected displays is used as the display device Duplicate Both connected displays output the same view Extend Both connected displays are treated as separate devices act as a virtual d...

Page 248: ...ys will appear in the lower part of the screen click Detect Displays to find any attached displays that do not automatically appear Detect Displays Click Detect Displays button to automati cally updat...

Page 249: ...and click Yes to accept the settings 7 An extra menu button My VGA Displays My Digital Flat Panels will be available to offer configuration options for your external display depending on the type of...

Page 250: ...operites Desktop Management to configure the desktop area res olution color quality refresh rate and rotation If the displays are configured in Ex tend mode then they may be configured independently F...

Page 251: ...igital Flat Panels will appear depending on the type of display attached when an external display is at tached This menu allows you to configure the properties of the external display Af ter making an...

Page 252: ...y Devices Options C HDTV Support If your flat panel supports HDTV functions then this can be configured from My Digital Flat Panels HDTV Support Digital Flat Panel Figure C 10 My Digital Flat Panels H...

Page 253: ...ntrol panel see Video Features on page 1 28 3 Click the Detect button 4 The computer will then detect any attached displays Function Key Combination You can use the Fn F7 key combination to toggle thr...

Page 254: ...enu Duplicate these displays Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display s Extend these displays Treats both connected displays as separate devices Show desktop only on 1 2 On...

Page 255: ...ws 7 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on 2 Press the P key combination 3 An on screen menu will pop up 4 Use the cursor keys or P to select the appropriate confi...

Page 256: ...C PowerPlay When enabled PowerPlay can be used to automatically set to adjust the graphics processor settings for higher performance or longer battery life when the system is either Plugged In or on B...

Page 257: ...ct a device with HDMI support to the HDMI Out port 2 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 3 Click Sound Hardware and Sound and click Playback tab 4 Dependin...

Page 258: ...C 5 Double click the connected HDMI device or right click and select Properties to adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs 6 Click OK to close the control panel see notes overleaf Figure...

Page 259: ...tion 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port to your external display 2 Configure your external display as per the instructions in Configuring an External Display on page C 8 3 Set up your exte...

Page 260: ...C 20 C...

Page 261: ...tion The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press Certain items particularly processor types speeds and CD DVD device types may be changed updated or delayed du...

Page 262: ...nel DDRIII DDR3 Two 204 Pin SO DIMM socket supporting DDR3 1066MHz 1333MHz real operational frequency depends on the FSB of the processor Memory Expandable up to 16GB using 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB SO DIMM Mod...

Page 263: ...se cards require PC adapters that are usually supplied with the cards Slots For Models A B Two Mini Card Slots with PCIe USB Interfaces Slot 1 for WLAN Bluetooth Combo Module Slot 2 for 3G Module Fact...

Page 264: ...mart Lithium Ion Battery Pack 48 84WH Factory Option 6 Cell Smart Lithium Ion Battery Pack 62 16WH Security Security Kensington Type Lock Slot BIOS Password Indicators LED Indicators Power Suspend Bat...

Page 265: ...84WH Battery and ODD OR 341mm w 238 5mm d 16 34mm h 2 2 kg with 48 84WH Battery and ODD OR 340mm w 238mm d 25 05 33 05mm h 2 15 kg with 48 84WH Battery and ODD Model B 374mm w 250mm d 14 3 34 1mm h 2...

Page 266: ...Specifications D 6 D...

Page 267: ...modules etc However any information specific to Windows 8 will be included in this Appendix as well as details on how to navigate the Windows 8 Metro User Interface to access the applications control...

Page 268: ...and programs within Windows 8 are accessed from the Metro user interface s Start screen and or Windows Desktop The Desktop which runs as an app within the Start screen can be ac cessed from the Deskt...

Page 269: ...move the tiles for apps and control panels in the Start screen Right click on a blank area of the Metro UI Start screen and you will see the All Apps icon Click the All Apps icon to display all the in...

Page 270: ...eft hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop To do so move your mouse to hover over the bottom left corner of the screen and click the pop up When you move to the lower le...

Page 271: ...t Device Man ager and Network Connections etc Figure E 4 Advanced Context Menu Right Click lower left hot corner Display Most Recently Used Apps If you are in the Start screen Desktop or an app you ca...

Page 272: ...rsor to the upper or lower right corners of the screen and then hover over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate it the bar will be black when it is active or use the Windows Logo Key C key c...

Page 273: ...the screen Devices Click this button to change connected peripheral device settings e g an external display Settings This button gives instant access to the computer settings such as Network Audio Br...

Page 274: ...Windows 7 however it can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8 Click Search in the Windows Charms Bar see previous page and the search pane will pop out Type Control Panel and select it from t...

Page 275: ...to the Start screen click on Settings in the Windows Charms Bar and select Control Panel from the menu Figure E 9 Settings Charms Bar Desktop App Only Right click on a blank area of the Metro UI Star...

Page 276: ...Keyboard Shortcut to Control Panel You can also use keyboard shortcuts to access the Control Panel Press the Windows logo key and X to bring up the context menu and then press P to bring up the Contr...

Page 277: ...to click the Desktop app to switch to the Desktop The taskbar is displayed in much the same way as it was in Windows 7 and you can see the notification area of the taskbar in the bottom right of the s...

Page 278: ...en The Computer is in Sleep Mode Blinking Orange The PC Camera is In Use for 14 0 35 56cm Model A computers only Orange The Battery is Charging Green The Battery is Fully Charged Blinking Orange The B...

Page 279: ...same manner as outlined for Windows 7 on Function Hot Key Indicators on page 1 18 However the indicators work under the Desktop App see Desktop Application on page E 4 and not under the Start screen W...

Page 280: ...running app or the Windows Desktop C Display Charms menu D Switch to the Windows Desktop and toggle show Desktop E Switch to the Windows desktop and launch Windows Explorer with Computer displayed F...

Page 281: ...on page E 4 and not under the Start screen and the Control Center does not feature the wireless Bluetooth buttons and Airplane Mode etc Figure E 13 Control Center Control Center Click on any button t...

Page 282: ...4 and Appendix C In Windows 8 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item in the Charms Bar see Windows 8 Charms Bar on page E 6 To Configure Displays from Devices...

Page 283: ...in the same manner as Windows 7 The Power Menu item in Settings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8 may be used to Shut down Restart or send the computer to Sleep Shut Down Restart or Sleep 1 Go to the Ch...

Page 284: ...ge a password and Task Manager options If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu appears to display Sleep Shut down and Restart Figure E 16 CTR...

Page 285: ...leep button Fn F4 key combo and closed lid may be set to send the computer in to a power saving state Click Choose what the power buttons do on the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu Figu...

Page 286: ...ick a blank area of the Windows Desktop and select Screen Resolution 3 Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 768 although preferably 1366 768 or above see sidebar Figure E 18 Scr...

Page 287: ...f follow the instructions below 1 Open the Control Panel see Windows 8 Control Panel on page E 8 2 Click on User Accounts and then click on Change User Account Control settings or click System and Sec...

Page 288: ...em Follow the instructions in Chapter 4 Drivers Utilities on page 4 1 Modules Options on page 7 1 for installing all the basic system drivers and module drivers for Windows 7 8 However note that the U...

Page 289: ...om Table E 4 on page E 24 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below 6 Click to select the driver you wish to install you should n...

Page 290: ...P1 Win 8 Driver Page Video VGA Page 4 6 PC Camera Module see page E 25 Only 14 0 35 56cm Model A computers require a camera driver for Windows 8 Page 7 3 LAN Page 4 6 Wireless LAN Module see page E 30...

Page 291: ...era Driver Installation on page 7 4 Model B computers do not require any driver installation When the 14 35 56cm screen Model A PC Camera is in use the power LED indicator will blink orange see Table...

Page 292: ...he Metro UI by clicking on the Camera App icon 3 The camera interface is a translucent app bar with three buttons Figure E 21 Camera App Bar Camera options Click this button to open a window with thre...

Page 293: ...n the camera program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting here Figure E 23 More Camera Options Timer This button will start a three second countdown before the system takes a still photo or...

Page 294: ...lick to select the timer if you require a countdown before capture 4 Click to select either photo or video modes 5 Click in the main window to take a picture or start video capture if video capture be...

Page 295: ...n App bar with Crop and Delete buttons Figure E 25 Crop Delete Buttons for Still Photos 11 Use the handles to Crop any captured picture and click OK to save the changes made 12 Click Delete to delete...

Page 296: ...1 18 or Control Center but ton to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 See 802 11b g n Driver Installation for WLAN...

Page 297: ...ions however make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on and not in Airplane Mode before configuration begins Charms Bar 1 Go to the Charms Bar 2 Select Settings and then click the WiFi icon it sho...

Page 298: ...vices or not 7 When you are connected to the network access point it will display the Connected icon 8 Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a connected access point Fig...

Page 299: ...module off aboard aircraft Figure E 29 PC Settings Wireless Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make...

Page 300: ...askbar 3 A list of available access points will appear 4 Double click an access point to connect to it or click it and click Connect 5 Enter a network security key password if required and click Next...

Page 301: ...t control panel 3 Click Connect to a network Figure E 31 Network and Internet Control Panel 4 A list of available access points will appear 5 Double click an access point to connect to it or click it...

Page 302: ...tings 4 Double click Wi Fi Figure E 32 Network and Sharing Center Control Panel 5 A list of available access points will appear 6 Double click an access point to connect to it or click it and click Co...

Page 303: ...power to the Bluetooth module See Bluetooth V4 0 WLAN Combo Driver Installation on page 7 19 Bluetooth Data Transfer Note that the transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device...

Page 304: ...ch to the Windows Desktop click the App or use the Windows logo key D key combination 2 Click the notification area of the taskbar and double click the Bluetooth icon or click and select Show Bluetoot...

Page 305: ...to pair with the computer Figure E 34 PC Settings Devices Add A Device 6 On first connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device Figure E 35 Enter the Passc...

Page 306: ...module off aboard aircraft Figure E 36 PC Settings Wireless Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make...

Page 307: ...ification area of the taskbar click the Bluetooth icon and click Open Settings 3 Click Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it...

Page 308: ...arms Bar Wireless icon to access the 3G network in the same manner as the WLAN see overleaf Important Notice 3 75G HSPA Bluetooth Wireless LAN Modules In order to comply with FCC regulations you shoul...

Page 309: ...on give the module about 10 seconds to power on or Control Center button and not in Airplane Mode before configuration begins Charms Bar 1 Go to the Charms Bar 2 Select Settings and then click the WiF...

Page 310: ...and 5 Double click any connection icon under Mobile Broadband or click and click Connect Figure E 39 Mobile Broadband Connect 6 The system will connect to your network 7 A Connected will appear alongs...

Page 311: ...ect 10 You need to either use Airplane Mode or to turn the Mobile Broadband module off aboard aircraft Figure E 41 PC Settings Wireless Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portabl...

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