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Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Interface (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 devices, connect to the internet etc.

Item

Description

Card Reader Port

The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the
slot and it will appear as a removable device.

DC-In Jack

Plug the supplied AC/DC adapter into this jack to power your computer.

External Monitor (VGA) 

Port

This port allows you to connect an external monitor, or Flat Panel Display, to get dual video or
simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor/FPD.

e-SATA Port

Plug external Serial ATA hard drives into this 

e-SATA

 (

external Serial Advanced Technology

Attachment

) port. 

HDMI-Out Port

The HDMI-Out (

High-Definition Multimedia Interface

) is an audio/video connector interface for

transmitting uncompressed digital streams. This allows you to connect an external monitor, TV or
Flat Panel Display etc. as a display device

 

by means of a HDMI cable. 

Note that HDMI carries

both audio 

(see

 

“HDMI Audio Configuration” on page B - 6

) 

and video signals

.

e-SATA /

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Page 3: ...cation 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 from the vendor ma...

Page 4: ...nd if not in stalled and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular...

Page 5: ...ator and your body Warning Use only shielded cables to connect I O devices to this equipment You are cautioned that changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance...

Page 6: ...e may 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 D...

Page 7: ...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 it...

Page 8: ...d 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 pr...

Page 9: ...ician install one When you want to unplug 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 l...

Page 10: ...charge the batteries using the notebook s system Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode Do not try to repair a battery pack Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service repr...

Page 11: ...he power supply Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions When the power cord or AC DC adapter is damaged or frayed If the computer has been exposed to...

Page 12: ...AC DC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won t need a second voltage adapter However check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters 6 Put the notebook in its carr...

Page 13: ...damage the com puter hard disk floppy disks and other media They may also destroy any stored data Pass your computer and disks around the devices Ask security officials to hand inspect them you may be...

Page 14: ...s 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 su...

Page 15: ...ctly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position LCD Screen Care To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors caused by the continuous...

Page 16: ...Preface...

Page 17: ...xes 1 2 Not Included 1 3 System Startup 1 4 System Software 1 5 Keyboard Model A 1 11 Keyboard Model B 1 12 Function Hot Key Indicators 1 13 System Map Front Left Views 1 14 System Map Right Rear View...

Page 18: ...t Down 3 7 Configuring the Power Buttons 3 8 Resuming Operation 3 9 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...

Page 19: ...ision Main Menu 5 7 VGA Card VBIOS Revision VBIOS Build Date Main Menu 5 7 Set Supervisor Password Security Menu 5 10 Set User Password Security Menu 5 11 Fixed disk boot sector Security Menu 5 11 Pas...

Page 20: ...nstallation 7 46 Mobile Partner Application 7 47 Profile Management 7 47 Fingerprint Reader Module 7 51 Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 7 51 Backup and General Maintenance 8 3 Viruses 8 4 Upgra...

Page 21: ...ional C 4 Windows 7 Information Model Differences D 2 Attaching Other Displays B 9 ATI Catalyst Control Center B 11 Display Modes D 15 The Power Sources D 18 AC DC Adapter D 18 Battery D 18 Turning On...

Page 22: ...s D 37 Bluetooth Module Win 7 D 38 Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7 D 39 Wireless LAN Module Win 7 D 43 Connecting to a Wireless Network D 45 Intel My WiFi Installation Configuration D 48 Windows...

Page 23: ...Chapter 3 The computer s power saving options Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems Chapter 5 An outli...

Page 24: ...ck Start Guide should be enough to get you up and running Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation more detailed descriptions of the functions setup and system controls are cove...

Page 25: ...ams which act 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 u...

Page 26: ...eir ports 4 Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC In jack on the left of the computer then plug the AC power cord into an outlet and connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 5 Use one hand to raise...

Page 27: ...ystems Supported Operating System Version Note Windows Vista SP2 Home Basic Home Premium Business Enterprise and Ultimate Editions In order to run Windows Vista Windows 7 without limitations or decrea...

Page 28: ...he models differ as indicated in the table below however all other features modules and specifications are identical see Appendix D Feature Model A Model B Display Type Supported 17 WXGA 1440 900 WUXG...

Page 29: ...Indicators 2 4 1 6 3 5 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic trans mission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you ar...

Page 30: ...an option for Model B com puters 2 4 1 6 3 5 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the mod...

Page 31: ...en Number Lock Activated Green Caps Lock Activated Green Scroll Lock Activated to activate press Fn Scr Lk Icon Color Description Orange DC Power is Plugged In Green The Computer is On Blinking Green...

Page 32: ...nce Hot Key Function Activate the Default E Mail Browser Note that in Windows 7 this button will only function after Outlook or Outlook Express are installed Activate the Default Internet Program Togg...

Page 33: ...ight for easy numeric data input and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly See Table 1 6 on page 1 13 for full function key combi nation details Numerical Keypad...

Page 34: ...ight for easy numeric data input and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly See Table 1 6 on page 1 13 for full function key combi nation details Numerical Keypad...

Page 35: ...ys Function Fn Keys Function Fn Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Fn F5 F6 Volume Decrease Increase Fn _ 3 75G Module Power Toggle Fn F7 Display Toggle See Switching Displays Using Fn F7 on page B 4...

Page 36: ...Out Port 7 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 8 2 USB 2 0 Ports 9 ExpressCard Slot see page 2 7 10 7 in 1 Card Reader 2 5 4 1 6 3 7 in 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital sto...

Page 37: ...need to manually eject a CD DVD e g due to an unexpected power interruption you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole Do not use a sharpened pencil or any object...

Page 38: ...Disk Bay Cover 5 3 75G HSPA USIM Card Location 6 Speakers 2 3 1 4 5 6 3 3 6 Battery Information Always completely dis charge then fully charge a new battery before using it Completely discharge and c...

Page 39: ...Cover Note the 3 75G HSPA USIM Card is located un der the RAM CPU Bay Cover 2 3 1 4 3 3 Battery Information Always completely dis charge then fully charge a new battery before using it Completely dis...

Page 40: ...ed from the Start menu When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and or the desktop Right click the...

Page 41: ...ngs 3 Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution Figure 1 11 on page 1 20 4 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors Figure 1 11 on page 1 20 5 Click Advanced Settings...

Page 42: ...Quick Start Guide 1 Display Devices Options Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA monitor CRT external Flat Panel Display as your display device 1 2 3 5 4...

Page 43: ...eep 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 of the existing plans or cli...

Page 44: ...Quick Start Guide 1...

Page 45: ...onents Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer Hard Disk Drive Optical CD DVD Device 7 in 1 Card Reader ExpressCard Slot TouchPad and...

Page 46: ...isk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below For fur ther details see Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive on page 6 4 Power Safety Before attempting to ac cess any of the internal compon...

Page 47: ...cing 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 data...

Page 48: ...Do not attach paper or other 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 n...

Page 49: ...ge 1 15 DVD Regional Coding Region Geographical Location 1 USA Canada 2 Western Europe Japan South Africa Middle East Egypt 3 South East Asia Taiwan South Korea The Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong 4 S...

Page 50: ...ader 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 the card reader when not in use This...

Page 51: ...ash card reader The number denotes the card width 54mm for the Ex press Card 54 and 34mm for the ExpressCard 34 Inserting and Removing ExpressCards Align the ExpressCard with the slot and push it in u...

Page 52: ...configure the functions by double clicking the TouchPad driver icon on the taskbar You may then configure the TouchPad tapping buttons scrolling pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferen...

Page 53: ...pulate doc uments objects and applications You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control...

Page 54: ...s of the fingers and slide them apart to zoom in or closer together to zoom out Rotating Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects e g photos in 90 degree increments Place a finger down on the le...

Page 55: ...kbar control panel right click the taskbar icon bring up an audio menu The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key combination Sound Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set us...

Page 56: ...ructions unpacking paper tray toner ink car tridge etc 2 Turn ON the computer 3 Turn ON the printer 4 Connect the printer s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer 5 Windows will identify th...

Page 57: ...Power Plans Power Saving States Configuring the Power Buttons Energy Star Power Saving Battery Information The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system OS direct con...

Page 58: ...AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road...

Page 59: ...ger than this will force the computer to shut down Use Power Op tions Hardware and Sound menu control panel in Windows Vista to configure this feature Shut Down Note that you should al ways shut your...

Page 60: ...cified 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 Advanc...

Page 61: ...um performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power saver bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save power f...

Page 62: ...es are saved to memory before the system sleeps When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Sleep to save power The PC wak...

Page 63: ...l also return you to where you last left off within seconds You should put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of time and will not have the chance to charge th...

Page 64: ...n to a power saving state Password Protection It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data However you can dis able this setting from the Power Options menu by...

Page 65: ...Off Off Press the Power Button Sleep Blinking Green Press the Power Button Press the Sleep Button Fn F4 Key Combo Hibernate Off battery Press the Power Button Orange AC DC adapter Display Turned Off...

Page 66: ...into a low power sleep modes after a designated period of inactivity If you want to enable Energy Star power saving then follow these in structions 1 Right click the taskbar icon 2 Select Power Conse...

Page 67: ...You can set actions to be taken e g Shut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from power plan Advanced Settings see Figure 3 1 on page 3 4 Click the battery icon in the taskbar t...

Page 68: ...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 Disconnect remove...

Page 69: ...Removing the Battery on page 6 3 New Battery Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ on page 3 15 for instructions on how to do this Recharging the Battery with the...

Page 70: ...ed 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 unusual smells e...

Page 71: ...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 and close all files and applications 2 Create a power pl...

Page 72: ...Power Management 3 4 Scroll down to Battery and click to expand the battery options 5 Choose the options below click Yes if a warning appears Figure 3 9 Power Options Advanced Settings Battery...

Page 73: ...tery 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 least once ev...

Page 74: ...Power Management 3...

Page 75: ...or utility during oper ating system installation Instead you need to manually install some system required drivers and utilities What to Install The Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc contai...

Page 76: ...ion 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 select the driver you wish to install a...

Page 77: ...ndows Update on page 4 7 for instructions Driver Windows Vista with Service Pack 2 Page Chipset Page 4 5 Video Page 4 5 Audio Page 4 6 Modem Page 4 6 LAN Page 4 6 TouchPad Page 4 6 CardReader Page 4 6...

Page 78: ...es menu 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Device Manager Hardware and Sound Device Manager User Account Control Win Vista If a User Acco...

Page 79: ...ick 2 Install Video Driver Yes 2 Click Next Install button 3 Click the Express or Custom if you prefer to manually configure the driver installation set tings button and click Next 4 Click Accept butt...

Page 80: ...pad Driver Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click the button to accept the license and then click Next 4 Click Finish Restart Now to restart the com puter CardReader 1 Click 7 Install CardReader Driver Yes 2 Click...

Page 81: ...e latest security up dates etc all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft To enable Windows Update make sure you are con nected to the internet 1 Click Start and click Control Panel o...

Page 82: ...e See the introduction in Wireless LAN Module on page 7 7 and check the installation procedure PC Camera Module See the introduction in PC Camera Module on page 7 25 and check the installation procedu...

Page 83: ...gs found in Setup Even if you are a beginner keep a record of the set tings you find and any changes you make This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing There is one general...

Page 84: ...a system summary and prompt you to run Setup If there are no problems the Setup prompt will disappear and the system will load the operating system Once that starts you can t get into Setup without re...

Page 85: ...ously wrong with your system Take the computer to your service representative or authorized service center as soon as possible Non Fatal Errors This kind of error still allows you to boot You will get...

Page 86: ...rn on the computer and press F2 during the POST The prompt Press F2 to Enter Setup seen on page 5 2 is usually present for a few seconds after you turn on the system If you get a Keyboard Error usuall...

Page 87: ...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 right side of each screen explains the highlighted item...

Page 88: ...BIOS Utilities 5 Main Menu System Time Date Main Menu Figure 5 2 Main Menu...

Page 89: ...ou System 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 installed BIOS Revision KBC EC Firmware Rev...

Page 90: ...BIOS Utilities 5 Advanced Menu Legacy USB Support Advanced Menu Figure 5 3 Advanced Menu...

Page 91: ...POST on page 5 2 Legacy OS Boot Advanced Menu Enable this item to support only system boot from the Legacy OS e g Windows Vis ta If disabled the system will attempt to boot from the EFI Extensible Fir...

Page 92: ...xBIOS Setup Utility This will not Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself and also access to your ma chine as it boots up af ter you turn it on These sett...

Page 93: ...ritten to the hard disk boot sector this is not a substitute for installing an anti virus program see Viruses on page 8 4 Password on boot Security Menu Specify whether or not a password should be ent...

Page 94: ...BIOS Utilities 5 Boot Menu When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system e g Windows Figure 5 5 Boot Menu...

Page 95: ...BIOS Utilities 5 Exit Menu Choosing to Discard Changes or Exit Discarding Changes will wipe out any Figure 5 6 Exit Menu...

Page 96: ...BIOS Utilities 5...

Page 97: ...u begin you will need A small crosshead or Phillips screwdriver A small regular slotted flathead screwdriver An antistatic wrist strap Before working with the internal components you will need to wear...

Page 98: ...r any of these conditions contact your service representative to purchase or re place the component s Power Safety Warning Before you undertake any upgrade proce dures make sure that you have turned o...

Page 99: ...r off 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 Warran...

Page 100: ...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 HDD System Warning New HDD s are blank Be fore you beg...

Page 101: ...Upgrading The Computer 6 4 Grip the tab and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow 5 Lift the hard disk out of the bay 4 Figure 6 3 HDD Assembly Removal 5 5 4 5 Model B Model A...

Page 102: ...orget to replace all the screws and covers Figure 6 4 HDD Cover Removal 6 7 7 Hard Disk Screws Cover The hard disks and cov ers pictured here may appear slightly different from your model design these...

Page 103: ...Optical CD DVD Device 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 5 Removing the HDD C...

Page 104: ...The Computer 6 4 Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point 5 Reverse the process to install the new device Figure 6 6 Removing the Optical Devic...

Page 105: ...all Outline Dual In line SO DIMM DDRIII DDR3 type memory modules see Memory on page C 2 for details of supported module types 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate t...

Page 106: ...cover Fan Cable Cover Make sure you recon nect the fan cable before screwing down the bay cover Note the information on replacing the RAM CPU bay cover in Cover Pins on page 6 12 Contact Warning Be ca...

Page 107: ...ule will pop up and you can remove it 7 Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary 8 Insert a new module holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory sl...

Page 108: ...l A Computers and screws make sure you reconnect the fan cable before screwing down the bay cover 12 Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to register the new memory configuration Cover Pins Note tha...

Page 109: ...ess Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard...

Page 110: ...y 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...

Page 111: ...he Bluetooth Devices control panel Double click the icon to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel and then click B...

Page 112: ...nd click OK 3 Click Add Wireless Device in the Bluetooth Devices control panel 4 Double click the device you want to pair with the computer Pairing Options If a device has been pre viously connected t...

Page 113: ...screen instructions on the computer if device drivers are required to be installed 9 Click Close Figure 7 3 Pairing Code Example Figure 7 4 Pairing Codes The example outlined here shows a connection t...

Page 114: ...uetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Bluetooth Settings Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it 3 Make sure that the Alert me...

Page 115: ...drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 The standard driver installation procedure for the Intel Wi Fi Link Series module is outlined overleaf If you want to include Intel My WiFi Tec...

Page 116: ...Finish 3rd Party 802 11b g n or 802 11b g n Driver Installation 1 Make sure the module is powered on then insert the Device Drivers Util ities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 2 Click Option D...

Page 117: ...e icon and then click Connect to a network 2 In the Show list click to choose Wireless from the drop down menu 3 A list of currently available networks will appear Figure 7 6 Taskbar Menus Network and...

Page 118: ...u do not see a network you want to connect to click Set up a connection or network a list of options will appear allowing manual searching and creating a new network 6 Move the cursor over the taskbar...

Page 119: ...s the network menu and click Disconnect or right click the icon and then click Disconnect from Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a se cure...

Page 120: ...necting to the Internet through your WiFi wireless connection Intel My WiFi Technology offers greater range and speed than other personal area networks and does not require an access point Intel My Wi...

Page 121: ...er Yes 4 Click Next Next 5 Click the button to accept the license and click Next Next 6 Click Custom button and click Next 7 Click Intel R My WiFi Technology button and select This feature will be ins...

Page 122: ...llows 1 Access the Intel My WiFi Utility from the Start menu Start Programs All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology or by clicking the taskbar icon 2 Click Enable on the first run...

Page 123: ...d click Control Panel 4 Click Network and Sharing Center Network and Internet 5 Click Manage Network Connections 6 Right click Intel WiFi STA Station in Network Connections and select Properties Figur...

Page 124: ...onnect through this computer s Internet connection 8 Select Intel My WiFi PAN under Home Networking Connection 9 Click OK Figure 7 15 Intel WiFi STA Properties Sharing Click Allow other network users...

Page 125: ...Intel My WiFi Utility from the Start menu Start Programs All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology or by clicking the taskbar icon 13 Click Profiles Figure 7 16 IP Address Warning I...

Page 126: ...ofile Name and Network Name to your personal preferences in General tab Figure 7 18 Profiles Figure 7 19 Intel My WiFi Profile Settings General Profile and Network Names The Profile Name is the name a...

Page 127: ...tions 7 16 Click Security tab 17 Change the Security Type to WEP and the Encryption Type to 64bit 18 Enter a password 5 characters long in the Passphrase box Figure 7 20 Intel My WiFi Profile Settings...

Page 128: ...ions 7 19 Click Sharing tab 20 Make sure Filter Network Traffic and DHCP and DNS Server are Disabled Figure 7 21 Intel My WiFi Profile Settings Sharing Set Filter Network Traffic DHCP and DNS Servers...

Page 129: ...ions 7 21 Click Advanced tab 22 Make sure the Default Channel is set to Channel 1 6 or 11 23 Click OK to save all the settings and click Close to exit Profiles Figure 7 22 Intel My WiFi Profile Settin...

Page 130: ...7 24 Double click Intel My WiFi PAN Personal Area Network in Network Connections 25 Click Details to display the Network Connection Details Figure 7 23 Intel My WiFi PAN Network ConnectionDetails Netw...

Page 131: ...et Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology or by clicking the taskbar icon 27 To add a new device follow the instructions in the devices user guide for connecting to a WiFi network 28 Click Add New Device i...

Page 132: ...atus 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 click Windows Mob...

Page 133: ...ra module When the PC Camera module is powered on the on screen indicator will briefly be displayed Make sure you install the driv ers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Latest PC Camera...

Page 134: ...lication program from the BisonCam shortcut on the desktop or from the BisonCam item in the Start Programs All Pro grams menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combina tion to turn it o...

Page 135: ...nition 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 Microphone Boost sliders t...

Page 136: ...Modules Options 7 Figure 7 26 Audio Setup for PC Camera Right click...

Page 137: ...op the capture you can view the file using the Windows Media Player Set Capture File Prior to capturing video files you may select the Set Capture File option in the File menu and set the file name an...

Page 138: ...g CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows Vista system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C drive system partition In order to prevent system problems it is recommend ed that you...

Page 139: ...isonCap program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Go to Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter 3 Click ei...

Page 140: ...ram allows you to take still pictures 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Go to Options and select Take Picture 3 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the desktop Figure 7 28 Z...

Page 141: ...wo optional 3 75G HSPA modules available for this series of computer models Each module is supplied with the appropriate application software The module type supplied may depend upon the com puter mod...

Page 142: ...he order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Note that exiting the application does NOT turn off the 3 75G HSPA module HSPA Modem Interface See HSPA Modem Interface Installation on page 7 37 for driver...

Page 143: ...ched to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover 4 Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover Power Safety Warning Before you undertake any installation proce dures make sure tha...

Page 144: ...llustrated in Figure 7 31 in order to release the lock and lift it up 7 Insert the USIM card as illustrated in Figure 7 30 and close the SIMLOCK 8 Lock the SIMLOCK by pushing it in the direction of th...

Page 145: ...ll windows that appear and then proceed to install the driver as below 3 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 4 Click Option Drivers button 5 Click 3 Install 3G...

Page 146: ...M card is not installed then a message will appear to notify you of this click OK to close the message and install the USIM card 4 If you are required to enter a pin then a message will appear to prom...

Page 147: ...7 6 Click Connect to connect to your service provider 7 The message Network is connected will be displayed when the network connection is successful Figure 7 33 Connecting to Network Figure 7 34 Netwo...

Page 148: ...ion Manager 11 The program will disconnect from the service provider 12 The module will still be on and you will need to press the Fn key combination to turn it off Adding a Profile 1 Access the HSPA...

Page 149: ...Modules Options 7 3 Click Add button and input any Network Settings required by your service provider 4 Click OK to save the profile Figure 7 37 Network Settings Profiles...

Page 150: ...ons 7 Contacts 1 Access the HSPA Modem Interface from the Start menu Start Programs All Programs HSPA Modem HSPA Modem or by clicking the desktop icon 2 Click Contacts button Figure 7 38 Network Setti...

Page 151: ...All Programs HSPA Modem HSPA Modem or by clicking the desktop icon 2 Click Messages button SMS Service In addition to standard in ternet services you may also send and receive SMS text messages us in...

Page 152: ...essage information into the message body and click Send button to send it or Save to draft button to save the message 8 Select any message to forward or delete it or to reply to it Settings 1 Access t...

Page 153: ...ngs for the Pin and input your phone number 7 Exiting the program DOES NOT turn off the 3 75G HSPA module and you will need to press the Fn key combination to turn off the module pay careful attention...

Page 154: ...click Cancel in all windows that appear and then proceed to install the driver as below 3 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 4 Click Option Drivers button 5...

Page 155: ...ograms All Programs Mobile Partner or by double clicking the Mobile Partner icon on the desktop 3 If you have not created a profile click Tools and select Options and then click Profile Management 4 C...

Page 156: ...ation from the Start menu Start Programs All Programs Mobile Partner or by double clicking the Mobile Partner icon on the desktop 3 The software will run and you can select the Profile Name from the m...

Page 157: ...the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection 8 While you are connected the indicators in the Mobile Partner window will display uploading and downloading icons and a network icon in...

Page 158: ...ates the connection but DOES NOT turn off the 3 75G HSPA module and you will need to press the Fn key combination to turn off the module pay careful attention to this aboard aircraft see Wireless Devi...

Page 159: ...ngerprint Reader Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 4 Install FingerPrint Driver Yes 4 Click Softw...

Page 160: ...indows password you will be prompted to do so note If you have not set a password Protector Suite cannot secure access to your computer 4 Click Submit when you have entered password 5 You will then be...

Page 161: ...00 to enroll that finger 8 Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll see sidebar and then click Save and Continue 9 Enter a backup password and click Apply 10 Close the fingerprint sta...

Page 162: ...plications edit Settings and access the Help menu etc You can also run the Control Center etc from the Protector Suite item in the Programs All Programs menu 12 Click Help in Control Center Home to ge...

Page 163: ...n you swipe the appropriate finger across the sensor Password Bank The Password Bank stores registrations of user names passwords and other set tings for web sites etc Strong Password Generator Strong...

Page 164: ...Modules Options 7...

Page 165: ...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 happen...

Page 166: ...us Connections Check all the cables to make sure that there 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...

Page 167: ...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 them safe away...

Page 168: ...ses 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 also bewa...

Page 169: ...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 documentation of any new ha...

Page 170: ...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 will be difficult to deter...

Page 171: ...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 may also...

Page 172: ...ing a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vent Fan intakes to be blocked Nothing appears on screen The system is in a power saving mode Toggle the sleep resume key combination F...

Page 173: ...Indicators on page 1 13 to adjust The CD DVD cannot be read The CD DVD is dirty Clean it with a CD DVD cleaner kit The CD DVD tray will not open when there is a disc in the tray The CD DVD is not corr...

Page 174: ...menu and enable the features you prefer see Power Saving States on page 3 6 Make sure you have enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel The Wireless LAN Bluetooth 3 5G The modules are off Check t...

Page 175: ...annot be copied to from a connected Bluetooth device The transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction only simultaneous data transfer is not suppo...

Page 176: ...sient Multi Monitor Manager when the notebook lid S3 is closed TMM disconnects the LCD display from the OS and then adds the LCD display back when the lid is opened This may trigger TMM to restore an...

Page 177: ...Troubleshooting 8 3 Double click Task Scheduler Library Microsoft Windows 4 Click MobilePC to open the control panel 5 Right click TMM and select Disable...

Page 178: ...Troubleshooting 8...

Page 179: ...Item Description Card Reader Port The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device DC In Jack Plug the s...

Page 180: ...ually connect to the LAN port Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft a Kensington type lock can be attached to this slot Locks can be purchased at any computer store S PDIF Out Jack This S PDIF...

Page 181: ...s Manual disc and click Install Drivers button 1 Click 2 Install Video Driver Yes 2 Click Next Install button 3 Click the Express or Custom if you prefer to manually configure the driver installation...

Page 182: ...if you have selected Advanced you will be taken to the ATI Catalyst Control Center you can change the options from the Basic menu or the View menu in the ATI Catalyst Control Center ATI Taskbar Icon...

Page 183: ...cess to features such as display options 3D Set tings color and Help menus etc Adjust settings from the options in the Graphics Settings Tree View pane Help Menus Click Help tab and se lect an option...

Page 184: ...t commonly used mobility settings and click Connect display 3 Click on any of the buttons to configure the displays to your preferences or click Display Settings in the New Display Detected window to...

Page 185: ...ear in the Desktop and Display Setup box 5 Right click the attached display icon to bring up the Display Mode options see HDMI Audio Configuration on page B 6 6 Select an option from the menu and clic...

Page 186: ...the HDMI Out port Windows Audio Setup for HDMI 1 Connect 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 Soun...

Page 187: ...ATI Video Driver Controls 6 Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs 7 Click OK to close the Sound control panel Figure B 6 HDMI Device Properties...

Page 188: ...s in Configuring an External Display using the ATI Catalyst Control Center on page B 5 3 Set up your external display TV or LCD for HDMI input see your display device manual 4 You can now play video a...

Page 189: ...nd they act as a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace When Extended Mode is enabled you can drag any icons or windows across to the other display desktop It is therefore possible to have one...

Page 190: ...other display s This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content Use this feature to display the screen through a projector for a presentation Selecting Display Modes Right click the at t...

Page 191: ...ates and color quality for each display Selecting Display Modes Right click the at tached display icon and select an option Clone or Ex tend from the menu Extended Mode When enabled you can drag any i...

Page 192: ...mobility settings and click Connect display 3 Click to select Show different parts of my desktop on each display extended 4 Click Right or Left under Extend your desktop 5 Click Apply OK Display Sett...

Page 193: ...ick Apply Display Settings Extended Desktop Use the control panel to drag the monitors to match the physical ar rangement you wish to use You can drag any icons or windows across to ei ther display de...

Page 194: ...er Mode Theater Mode enables you to display video playback in full screen on a secondary monitor Theater Mode can be configured from the Avivo Video Theater Mode tab in the Graphics Settings Tree View...

Page 195: ...I Video Driver Controls PowerPlay PowerPlay in the Graphics Settings Tree View pane allows you to set your graphics processor settings for higher performance or longer battery life Figure B 12 PowerPl...

Page 196: ...ATI Video Driver Controls...

Page 197: ...e 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 due to th...

Page 198: ...Modules Video Adapter ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 Discrete Graphics On Board PCIe 2 0 8 512MB GDDR2 Video RAM on board Supports Microsoft DirectX 10 Supports HDCP BIOS One 32Mb SPI Flash ROM Phoenix B...

Page 199: ...l Advanced N WiFi Link 6200 Wireless LAN Module 802 11 a g n 612AN Half Mini Card with PCIe Interface Factory Option Intel Ultimate N WiFi Link 6300 Wireless LAN Module 802 11 a g n 633AN Half Mini Ca...

Page 200: ...90 Dimensions Weight Model A Computers 397 2mm w 282 5mm d 39 5mm h 2 9 kg With 6 Cell Battery ODD Model B Computers 374mm w 256mm d 37 9mm h 2 6 kg With 6 Cell Battery ODD Optional Optical Drive Modu...

Page 201: ...ontrol panel information driver installation etc for users of the Windows 7 OS where there are significant differences from Windows Vista or where is it helpful to have essential information or featur...

Page 202: ...The models differ as indicated in the table below however all other features modules and specifications are identical see Appendix D Feature Model A Model B Display Type Supported 17 WXGA 1440 900 WUX...

Page 203: ...double click Device Manager System and Security System then click the next to DVD CD ROM drives Double click on the DVD ROM device to bring up the Properties dialogue box and select the DVD Region ta...

Page 204: ...from the Start menu When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and or the desktop Right click the St...

Page 205: ...eys Function Fn Keys Function Fn Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Fn F5 F6 Volume Decrease Increase Fn _ 3 75G Module Power Toggle Fn F7 Display Toggle See Switching Displays Using Fn F7 on page B 4...

Page 206: ...Silent Mode on off with one quick button press Note that in Windows 7 the E Mail button will only function after the Outlook or Outlook Express applications are installed these applications are not i...

Page 207: ...splay icon In the Appearances and Personalization category 3 Click Adjust Screen Resolution Adjust resolution OR 4 Alternatively you can right click the desktop and select Screen resolution see right...

Page 208: ...Windows 7 Information Screen Resolution Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA monitor CRT external Flat Panel Display as your display device 1 2 3 5...

Page 209: ...port HDMI Out port and turn it on 2 Go to the Screen resolution control panel 3 Click the Detect button 4 The computer will then detect any attached displays Video Options Note that card types specif...

Page 210: ...Windows 7 Information 5 You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu Figure D 4 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options...

Page 211: ...program and then click Next 3 If you have selected Basic a wizard will help you set up the display options or if you have selected Advanced you will be taken to the ATI Catalyst Control Center you ca...

Page 212: ...features such as display options 3D Set tings color and Help menus etc Adjust settings from the Graphics and Options menus at the top of the control panel Help Menus Click Help tab and se lect an opti...

Page 213: ...esktops Displays from the Graphics menu in the top left of the screen 4 Attached displays will appear in the lower part of the screen click Detect Displays to find any attached displays that do not au...

Page 214: ...ura tion and modes 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port HDMI Out port and turn it on 2 Press the Fn F7 key combination 3 An on screen menu will pop up 4 Use the cursor keys or F...

Page 215: ...tly the same content resolution refresh rates and color quality etc Extend Extend treats both connected displays as separate devices and they act as a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace Wh...

Page 216: ...in the top left of the screen 4 Attached displays will appear in the lower part of the screen click Detect Displays to find any attached displays that do not automatically appear 5 Right click the at...

Page 217: ...d from the menu 9 Click Yes to accept the settings 10 If you need to change the display mode then disable the external display and configure as outlined here Figure D 10 Desktops Displays Extend Mode...

Page 218: ...AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road...

Page 219: ...Use Power Options in the Windows control panel 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 longe...

Page 220: ...after a specified 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 optio...

Page 221: ...or maximum performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power saver bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save...

Page 222: ...ork settings and preferences are saved to memory before the system sleeps When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Slee...

Page 223: ...so return you to where you last left off within seconds You should put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of time and will not have the chance to charge the ba...

Page 224: ...Choose what the power 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 Howev...

Page 225: ...esume Power Off Off Press the Power Button Sleep Blinking Green Press the Power Button Press the Sleep Button Fn F4 Key Combo Hibernate Off battery Press the Power Button Orange AC DC adapter Display...

Page 226: ...c into a low power sleep modes after a designated period of inactivity If you want to enable Energy Star power saving then follow these instructions 1 Right click the taskbar icon 2 Select Power Conse...

Page 227: ...ns to be taken e g Shut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from power plan Change plan settings Change advanced power settings see Figure D 11 on page D 20 Click the battery ic...

Page 228: ...s 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 Disconnect remov...

Page 229: ...a new battery see Battery FAQ on page D 31 for instruc tions 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 230: ...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 unusual smells...

Page 231: ...ter 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 and close all files and applications 2 Create a powe...

Page 232: ...D 19 Power Options Advanced Settings Battery Battery Charging Maintenance How do I fully charge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from ora...

Page 233: ...the executable file and then follow the manual setup in structions 1 Check the driver installation order from Table D 4 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in...

Page 234: ...y to restart the com puter Go to the appropriate section of the manual to complete the update reinstall procedure for the driver in question If the driver is not listed in the Programs and Features it...

Page 235: ...anually configure the driver installation set tings button and click Next 4 Click Accept button and click Yes 5 Click Finish Driver Installation General Guidelines The driver installation procedure ou...

Page 236: ...ck 5 Install LAN Driver Yes 2 Click Install 3 Click Finish 4 The network settings can now be configured TouchPad 1 Click 6 Install Touchpad Driver Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click the button to accept the lic...

Page 237: ...tooth Module Win 7 Note The operating system is the default setting for Bluetooth control in Windows 7 and does not require a driver See Bluetooth Module Win 7 on page D 38 for configuration instructi...

Page 238: ...ally 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...

Page 239: ...wer on the Bluetooth module 2 A Bluetooth icon will appear in the taskbar 3 You can then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Double click the taskbar icon to access t...

Page 240: ...want to pair with the computer Pairing Options If a device has been pre viously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when you at tempt subsequent con nections You can choose to have the...

Page 241: ...n screen instructions on the computer if device drivers are required to be installed 7 Click Close Figure D 4 Pairing Code Example Figure D 5 Pairing Codes The example outlined here shows a connection...

Page 242: ...ices 1 Click the taskbar 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 3 Make sure that the Al...

Page 243: ...Wi Fi Link 5300 Series module is outlined overleaf If you want to include Intel My WiFi Technology as part of the installation procedure DO NOT install the driver as per the instruc tions overleaf in...

Page 244: ...Next Next Finish 3rd Party 802 11b g n or 802 11b g n Driver Installation 1 Make sure the module is powered on then insert the Device Drivers Utili ties User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 2 Cli...

Page 245: ...twork and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the taskbar menu a list of options will appear allowing setting changes and creating a new network Network and Sharing Ce...

Page 246: ...ey 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 access further...

Page 247: ...bar 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 se cure network Connect...

Page 248: ...onnecting to the Internet through your WiFi wireless connection Intel My WiFi Technology offers greater range and speed than other personal area networks and does not re quire an access point Intel My...

Page 249: ...Driver Yes 4 Click Next Next 5 Click the button to accept the license and click Next Next 6 Click Custom button and click Next 7 Click Intel R My WiFi Technology button and select This feature will be...

Page 250: ...Fi settings as follows 1 Access the Intel My WiFi Utility from the Start menu Start Programs All Pro grams Intel PROSet Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology 2 Click Enable on the first run of the program...

Page 251: ...gs and click Control Panel 4 Click Network and Sharing Center Network and Internet 5 Click Change adapter settings 6 Right click Intel WiFi STA Station in Network Connections and select Properties Fig...

Page 252: ...tion 8 Click Settings to select any services running on your network that users can access if required 9 Click OK Figure D 14 Intel WiFi STA Properties Sharing Click Allow other network users to conne...

Page 253: ...ring 12 Access the Intel My WiFi Utility from the Start menu Start Programs All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology 13 Click Profiles Figure D 15 IP Address Warning IP Addresses Th...

Page 254: ...e Profile Name and Network Name to your personal preferences in General tab Figure D 17 Profiles Figure D 18 Intel My WiFi Profile Settings General Profile and Network Names The Profile Name is the na...

Page 255: ...formation 16 Click Security tab 17 Change the Security Type to WEP and the Encryption Type to 64bit 18 Enter a password 5 characters long in the Passphrase box Figure D 19 Intel My WiFi Profile Settin...

Page 256: ...ormation 19 Click Sharing tab 20 Make sure Filter Network Traffic and DHCP and DNS Server are Disabled Figure D 20 Intel My WiFi Profile Settings Sharing Set Filter Network Traffic DHCP and DNS Server...

Page 257: ...ormation 21 Click Advanced tab 22 Make sure the Default Channel is set to Channel 1 6 or 11 23 Click OK to save all the settings and click Close to exit Profiles Figure D 21 Intel My WiFi Profile Sett...

Page 258: ...lick Intel My WiFi PAN Personal Area Network in Network Connections Network and Sharing Center Change adapter settings 25 Click Details to display the Network Connection Details Figure D 22 Intel My W...

Page 259: ...rograms Intel PROSet Wireless Intel My WiFi Technology 27 To add a new device follow the instructions in the devices user guide for connecting to a WiFi network 28 Click Add New Device in Intel My WiF...

Page 260: ...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 click Windows M...

Page 261: ...ver Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 4 Install FingerPrint Driver Yes 4 Click...

Page 262: ...ccept button to accept the license 3 If you have not set a Windows password you will be prompted to do so note If you have not set a password Protector Suite cannot secure access to your computer 4 Cl...

Page 263: ...ntil the progress bar reaches 100 to enroll that finger 8 Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll see sidebar and then click the close button to close the window Fingerprint Enrollme...

Page 264: ...Settings and access the Help menu etc You can also run the Control Center from the Start menu or Protector Suite Control Center item in the All Programs menu 10 Click Help in Control Center Home to g...

Page 265: ...hen you swipe the appropriate finger across the sensor Password Bank The Password Bank stores registrations of user names passwords and other settings for web sites etc Strong Password Generator Stron...

Page 266: ...Windows 7 Information...

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