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1-12 Getting 

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Component 

Description 

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Num Lock 
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Lights blue when Num Lock is on. 

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Summary of Contents for 9213L

Page 1: ...User s Manual September 2008...

Page 2: ...e parts inside Please refer all servicing to a qualified personnel TRADEMARKS The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc All brand and product names are trademarks or registe...

Page 3: ...bled power management features Earning the ENERGY STAR When every home office is powered by equipment that has earned the ENERGY STAR the change will keep over 289 billion pounds of greenhouse gases o...

Page 4: ...agement sleep settings on computers and monitors can result in much savings annually Remember saving energy prevents pollution Because most computer equipment is left on 24 hours a day power managemen...

Page 5: ...aking a Look at the Computer 1 6 Right Side Components 1 6 Left Side Components 1 7 Front Components 1 8 Bottom Components 1 9 Top open Components 1 10 Where to Go from Here 1 13 Operating Your Comput...

Page 6: ...LAN 2 23 Using the Wireless LAN 2 24 Using the Bluetooth Wireless Feature 2 27 Using the Fingerprint Sensor 2 31 Managing Power 3 1 AC Adapter 3 2 Battery Pack 3 3 Charging the Battery Pack 3 3 Initi...

Page 7: ...5 5 Advanced Menu 5 6 Security Menu 5 7 Boot Menu 5 9 Exit Menu 5 10 Installing Software Drivers and Using the P1 Utility 6 1 How to Use the Driver Disc 6 2 Installing Drivers 6 4 P1 Quick Button Uti...

Page 8: ...s 8 8 LAN Problems 8 8 WLAN Problems 8 9 Power Management Problems 8 10 Software Problems 8 11 Sound Problems 8 11 Startup Problems 8 12 Other Problems 8 13 Resetting the Computer 8 14 Specifications...

Page 9: ...and using peripheral devices Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup describes the BIOS Setup program that configures the computer s BIOS settings Chapter 6 Installing Software Drivers and Using the P1 Utilities...

Page 10: ...a bold typeset For example Press the Enter key to complete When keys are joined by a plus sign press the first key and while keeping the first key down press the remaining keys finally release all th...

Page 11: ...rever you need it the computer is ready and easy to go This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running You will find instructions for these procedures Unpacking Connec...

Page 12: ...our dealer immediately Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future Connecting to AC Power The computer operates either on the external A...

Page 13: ...charges the battery pack The Battery Charge Indicator on the computer glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge Indicator is off For in...

Page 14: ...vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Open the top cover by lifting up the cover You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity Turning On and Off the Compu...

Page 15: ...use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left off when you next turn on the computer See Stopping t...

Page 16: ...Swappable Bay Depending on your model the swappable bay may contain any of the following DVD Super Multi Drive Accepts a compact disc for installing or loading software accessing data and playing mus...

Page 17: ...ports connects a USB device such as a flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more P 4 3 Microphone Connector Connects an external microphone P 2 21 Audio Output Connector Connects a set of he...

Page 18: ...tting Started Front Components Ref Component Description See Also Card Reader Accepts a MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Memory Stick MS or Memory Stick PRO MS PRO card for removable storage media...

Page 19: ...ent Description See Also Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected P 3 3 Memory Slot Inside is the memory slot for expanding the memory size P 4 12 Speakers Sen...

Page 20: ...e computer P 2 20 CMOS Camera Lens Allows you to use your computer s camera function LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer P 4 2 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF P 1 4 Keyboar...

Page 21: ...Lights red when Bluetooth feature is on P 2 27 WLAN Bluetooth indicator Lights purple when both WLAN radio and Bluetooth feature is on Lights blue when computer is on and connected to AC power Lights...

Page 22: ...1 12 Getting Started Ref Component Description See Also Num Lock indicator Lights blue when Num Lock is on P 2 5...

Page 23: ...computer Go on to the next chapter To install the operating system if your dealer has not already done so See the operating system manual To know more about the operating system Read the operating sys...

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Page 25: ...operating basics If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook computers you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer Described in this chapter are...

Page 26: ...n Your computer uses the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system Stopping the Computer When you finish a working session you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in...

Page 27: ...gs in Windows you can place the computer in Hibernation mode by Closing the display cover Pressing the power button Press the power button If you choose to stop in Sleep or Hibernation mode you can re...

Page 28: ...rom left to right Enter into power saving mode when using battery power The system will turn down the panel backlight and sacrifice processing speed to gain more battery life NOTE The ECO button works...

Page 29: ...riter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys Caps Lock Num Lk and Scr Lk are...

Page 30: ...e indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line a block or one of many other shapes Numeri...

Page 31: ...ftware may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer If so use the numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead Function Keys On the top row of the keys are the function keys F1 to F12 F...

Page 32: ...s the wireless LAN radio and or Bluetooth wireless feature on and off NOTE Refer to the next table for the behavior of Fn F1 key in relation to the availability of the wireless LAN module and or Bluet...

Page 33: ...Operating Your Computer 2 9 Key Description Switches LCD display on and off Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Options See the Power Management in Chapter 3...

Page 34: ...wireless LAN radio is ON OFF N A not available Bluetooth only Default Bluetooth wireless feature is OFF N A ON ON ON OFF ON Wireless LAN Bluetooth Default wireless LAN radio is ON Bluetooth wireless f...

Page 35: ...d part of your keyboard To press the euro sign on an UK keyboard hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 which has an euro sign on it Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific...

Page 36: ...nicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and a left and right buttons To use t...

Page 37: ...he pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad Then move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the se...

Page 38: ...button as the left button and vice versa You can also change the size of the on screen pointer the speed of the pointer and so on To configure the touchpad go to Control Panel Hardware and Sounds Mous...

Page 39: ...to gently wipe the lens FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser based devices Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified here...

Page 40: ...bel facing up Slightly press the center of the disc until it clicks into place To remove a disc hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive...

Page 41: ...not plan to use it for a length of time or to lighten the computer during transport To install an optical drive dummy 1 Make sure that system power is off 2 Gently place the computer upside down 3 Sl...

Page 42: ...Your Computer 4 Slide the optical drive dummy all the way into the slot Make sure to observe the correct orientation The swappable bay security lock will slide to the lock position to secure the optic...

Page 43: ...talled See chapter 6 for details The computer enters the Sleep or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed If you want to use the computer with the LCD closed set Do Nothing to the When I Close the lid...

Page 44: ...ed See chapter 6 for details If you experience interference while recording try lowering the microphone recording volume The audio subsystem of your computer features Built in sound system for recordi...

Page 45: ...at you specify the use of the correct audio device in Windows Microphone Connector can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound Audio Output Connector can be connected to sp...

Page 46: ...2 22 Operating Your Computer NOTE The S PDIF connector is classified as a Class 1 laser product When using the external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one...

Page 47: ...r must be installed See chapter 6 for details The internal 10 100 1000Base T LAN Local Area Network module allows you to connect your computer to a network It supports data transfer rate up to 1000 Mb...

Page 48: ...y 802 11b 11 11 5 5 2 1 2 4 DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum 802 11g 54 54 36 18 9 2 4 OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing 802 11n 100 Mbps or more 100 210 2 4 5 Spatial multiplexing u...

Page 49: ...ly turn off the radio press Fn F1 To resume network connection press Fn F1 again It takes approximately 30 seconds for your computer to make a successful WLAN connection and approximately 10 seconds t...

Page 50: ...creen Click the Show drop down menu and select Wireless 4 Select a wireless network to connect to by clicking a selection then click Connect 5 Depending on the settings you may be asked to enter a WEP...

Page 51: ...s pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Feature NOTE You can still use the WLAN feature when the Bluetooth feature is turned on The wireless L...

Page 52: ...o On blue with white logo Connected blue with green logo You can use the Bluetooth Utility to configure Bluetooth connection settings and transfer files Connecting to Another Bluetooth Device 1 Make s...

Page 53: ...Operating Your Computer 2 29 3 The Add New Connection Wizard window appears Select Express Mode Recommended then click Next...

Page 54: ...Next 5 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device that you want to connect to you will need to enter the pertinent information For detailed information on using the Bluetooth Utility see the Bluetooth...

Page 55: ...supplied with your computer must be installed See chapter 6 for details To start using the fingerprint sensor 1 Locate the fingerprint sensor 2 Go to Start menu All Programs VitaKey AC5031 System Syst...

Page 56: ...2 32 Operating Your Computer 3 Click Next to continue and the following screen appears...

Page 57: ...ontinue The following screen appears 5 Enter the password twice and click Next to continue Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the System Wizard NOTE For an online Help information on using t...

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Page 59: ...optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way The topics in this chapter include What is an AC adapter How to charge the battery pack When and how to initiali...

Page 60: ...er cord When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer When unplugging the connecto...

Page 61: ...below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F The charging process will stop and the Battery Charge Indicator flashes red when the battery s temperature gets above 60 C 140 F If this happens the battery pack ma...

Page 62: ...battery pack is installed in the computer Initializing the Battery Pack You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pac...

Page 63: ...ery charge When the battery pack is not installed in the computer and you want to know the battery charge you can press the switch with a pointed device to see the corresponding value of indicator seg...

Page 64: ...fully charged state as a backup To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Place the computer upside down 3 Slide the batt...

Page 65: ...ck to the lock position Installing a Second Battery Pack Optional You can install a second battery pack to your computer for a longer operating time when AC power is not available To install a second...

Page 66: ...n and while holding it in the unlock position pull the optical drive off the computer 4 Slide the second battery pack all the way into the slot Make sure to observe the correct orientation The swappab...

Page 67: ...o alert you to take actions Immediately save your data upon Battery Low The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the computer If you are using the audio subsystem ExpressCard hard or...

Page 68: ...ff When the hard disk has been idle for a set period Power to the display is turned off When the display has been idle for a set period When the entire system has been idle for a set period When you p...

Page 69: ...y useful feature People frequently open many applications when they use computers It takes some time to get all these applications open and running and normally they all have to be closed before the c...

Page 70: ...fore Windows turn off the display Many USB devices use power just by being connected If you use a USB mouse you can save power by disconnecting the mouse and using the touchpad If you use a USB flash...

Page 71: ...ecting other peripheral devices When using a device be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter This chapter gives guidelines on install...

Page 72: ...electrical outlet 4 To use the monitor turn on the monitor before turning on the computer 5 The monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display to the monitor or to both simultaneo...

Page 73: ...USB ports for connecting USB devices such as a digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse The USB ports support transfer rates up to 12 MB s for USB 1 1 devices and 480 MB s for USB 2 0 devices T...

Page 74: ...up to 2 5 Gbps and 480 Mbps respectively improving speed in data transfer while conserving power usage ExpressCard Type The ExpressCard slot can accommodate a 34 mm ExpressCard 34 wide ExpressCard Typ...

Page 75: ...ill detect it and try to install the appropriate driver Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process To remove an ExpressCard 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the W...

Page 76: ...can use only storage cards Your Card Reader does not support cards with I O input output functions such as a wireless network card or Bluetooth card Your computer has a Card Reader The Card Reader is...

Page 77: ...the card with its connector pointing to the slot and its label facing up Slide the card into the slot until it reaches the end 3 Windows will detect the card and assign it a drive name typically E To...

Page 78: ...t replicator and briefly describes the function of each component NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appearance of your port replicator may not be exactly the same as those shown in this ma...

Page 79: ...nnects an external LCD monitor or digital CRT monitor RJ 45 Connector Connects the LAN cable Power Connector Connects the AC adapter To start using the port replicator 1 Connect one end of the port re...

Page 80: ...ectrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your port replicator Now you are ready to connect various devices to your port replicator CAUTION When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the elec...

Page 81: ...supplies power to the computer while the AC adapter on the port replicator supplies power to the port replicator RJ 45 Connector The system will automatically detect whether the LAN cable was first c...

Page 82: ...has adversely affected such modules When inserting or removing a RAM module do not touch the terminals or internal components insert objects other than the module or allow foreign particles to enter D...

Page 83: ...ert the module into the socket at a 20 degree angle Then push down until the retaining clips lock the module into position CAUTION If the RAM module is difficult to insert or difficult to push down do...

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Page 85: ...ter BIOS is a layer of software called firmware that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can understand The BIOS settings are needed by y...

Page 86: ...Setup NOTE The BIOS Setup Utility screens shown in this chapter are for your reference only The actual items or settings on your computer may differ The BIOS Setup Utility program may have been update...

Page 87: ...ning the titles of the available menus Each menu title brings a specific menu The left column of the menu displays the menu items The top right of the menu provides more detailed information when a me...

Page 88: ...and make selections Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function Selects a menu title Selects an item or option Enter...

Page 89: ...g BIOS Setup 5 5 Main Menu The Main menu contains the system date and time settings as well as shows the basic configuration of the system System Time sets the system time System Date sets the system...

Page 90: ...Menu The Advanced menu contains various system settings Legacy USB Support allows you to enable support for Legacy USB device in DOS mode Boot time Diagnostic Screen allows you to display the diagnos...

Page 91: ...sword by typing it again and pressing Enter You can set the supervisor user password to be required for starting up the system and or entering SCU NOTE You can set the user password only when the supe...

Page 92: ...ware and software TPM protects encryption and signature keys at their most vulnerable stages operations when the keys are being used unencrypted in plain text form TPM is specifically designed to shie...

Page 93: ...sequence that the BIOS use to look for a boot device from which to load the operating system A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function Selects highlight a boot device Changes...

Page 94: ...can take effect Exit Saving Changes saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS Setup Utility Exit Discarding Changes exits BIOS Setup Utility without saving the changes you have made Load Setup D...

Page 95: ...urchased the computer with Windows pre installed your dealer may have already installed the drivers If not you need to install the drivers using the disc supplied with your computer Also located on to...

Page 96: ...e available items may differ according to your computer model Do not remove the driver disc when installing the driver An autorun program is provided on the driver disc to help you easily install the...

Page 97: ...Installing Software Drivers 6 3 Click NEXT located on the right lower part of main screen to view the next screen as shown next Click BACK to return to the main screen...

Page 98: ...tion of the computer System Utility Installs the system utility driver that allows you to use the hot keys with OSD on screen display on the computer Touchpad Installs the touchpad driver that allows...

Page 99: ...ni PCI E Robson ES2 card is not installed CCD option Installs the web camera driver that allows you to use the computer s built in camera function Acrobat Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader program if...

Page 100: ...e Quick Key driver to take advantage of the P1 quick launch key utility The quick launch key utility allows you to define the P1 quick launch key To start the utility right click the icon and select t...

Page 101: ...tton click the Open icon beside the box to pop up the Open dialog box as shown next and select the desired program Then click Open to complete the process The appropriate icon will then appear in the...

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Page 103: ...peration and reduce the risk of damage to your computer This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance How to protect the computer What to note when using and storing the comput...

Page 104: ...To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section Using the Windows Security Center Windows Secu...

Page 105: ...ount control For detailed information on Windows Security Center see Windows Help Using the Cable Lock You can use a Kensington type cable lock to protect your computer against theft The cable lock is...

Page 106: ...magnetic field such as a TV refrigerator motor or a large audio speaker Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F will cause condens...

Page 107: ...nearly discharged When recharging make sure that the battery pack is fully charged Doing so may avoid harm to the battery pack Operate the computer with the battery pack installed even when using exte...

Page 108: ...it with you Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery charger Hand carry the computer Do not check it in as luggage If you need to leave the computer in the car put it in the trunk of th...

Page 109: ...tware or both When you encounter any problem it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems It is divided int...

Page 110: ...that the cable connections are correct and secure Make sure that the configuration information is properly set in the BIOS Setup program Make sure that all the device drivers are correctly installed...

Page 111: ...eless Problems P 8 4 DVD Drive Problems P 8 4 Display Problems P 8 5 ExpressCard Problems P 8 6 Hardware Device Problems P 8 6 Hard Disk Drive Problems P 8 7 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems P 8 8...

Page 112: ...3 for instructions The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on ho...

Page 113: ...supports the disc or the files contained You cannot eject a disc The disc is not properly seated in the drive Manually release the disc following the method described next 1 Insert a small rod such as...

Page 114: ...s not regarded as a LCD defect The external monitor displays nothing Make sure that the monitor is turned on Make sure that the monitor s signal cable is properly connected Switch the display to the m...

Page 115: ...mper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device Check the cables or power cords for correct connections For an external device that has its own power switch make sure that...

Page 116: ...oard cable is properly connected The USB mouse does not work Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected The touchpad does not work or the pointer is difficult to control with the touchpad Ma...

Page 117: ...the device causing the radio interference such as microwave oven and large metal objects Plug your computer into an outlet on a different branch circuit from that used by the affecting device Consult...

Page 118: ...Point I cannot access the network Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is corr...

Page 119: ...Hibernation mode To enter the mode stop the communication program and then remove the card or stop the card Software Problems An application program does not work correctly Make sure that the softwar...

Page 120: ...e taskbar and check the Windows volume control Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond If you are using an external AC power make s...

Page 121: ...you are booting from the hard disk insert a bootable disc in the DVD drive and check the condition of the hard disk Other Problems The date time is incorrect Correct the date and time via the operatin...

Page 122: ...hard disk drive in use indicator if it flashes irregularly the program may be accessing data and preventing you from using the keyboard If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use th...

Page 123: ...00 pin DDRII 800 MHz SO DIMM 1 25 inch height Panel 13 3 inch TFT resolution up to 1280 800 WXGA Video controller UMA Display Video ports VGA port Subsystem Azalia interface 2 1 channel analog output...

Page 124: ...type TPM 1 2 Kensington lock AC adapter Universal AC adapter 65 Watt input 100 240 Volt output 19 Volt Power Battery 3 cell Li ion battery 2600 mAh 14 8 V 6 cell Li ion battery 5200 mAh 11 1 V Dimensi...

Page 125: ...ments and safety notices on your computer NOTE Marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with Please check the marking labels and refer...

Page 126: ...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 be determined by turning the...

Page 127: ...lage radio lectrique dict par le minist re des Communications du Canada Safety Notices About the Battery Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved f...

Page 128: ...e At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details...

Page 129: ...le meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure subs...

Page 130: ...not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Ante...

Page 131: ...anual and operated in a commercial environment However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular commercial installation or if operated in a residential area If harmful in...

Page 132: ...rnir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Statements of Comp...

Page 133: ...range it is restricted to indoor usage environments and the antenna of this device must be integral CAUTION Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11b g n wireless LAN devices may not yet b...

Page 134: ...partments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used Indoors Only The wireless LAN module can currently be used indoors only in the following 38 departments of mainland France Please turn off your w...

Page 135: ...e approval Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio NOTE Turning the wireless LAN radio off is not the same as disabling the wireless LAN card It is not necessary to disable the card to meet the regulatory...

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Page 137: ...ry pack 1 11 Battery low 3 11 Charging 3 3 Checking battery level 3 5 Initializing 3 4 Replacing 3 6 Safety notices B 3 Secondary 1 6 3 8 Specifications A 2 Taking care 3 3 7 6 Troubleshooting 8 4 BIO...

Page 138: ...f the computer A 2 Display Troubleshooting 8 5 Display mode 2 19 Display output Hot keys 2 8 Double click 2 11 Drag and drop 2 11 Drive C 2 13 Drive E 4 12 Driver installation 6 1 Driver OS support 6...

Page 139: ...yboard 1 13 Troubleshooting 8 7 Using 2 5 L LAN 2 31 Connector 1 7 Driver installation 6 4 Troubleshooting 8 8 LCD 1 12 2 19 Switching on and off with hot keys 2 8 Location of the computer 7 5 Low bat...

Page 140: ...play 2 19 Sleep button Hot keys 2 8 Sleep mode 2 2 3 12 Troubleshooting 8 11 Software Troubleshooting 8 12 Software driver 6 1 Speaker 1 11 2 21 Connecting external speakers 2 22 Specifications A 1 St...

Page 141: ...7 1 8 4 4 V VGA connector 1 8 4 2 Video driver 6 4 Video subsystem Configuring 2 19 Driver installation 6 4 Feature 2 19 Video controller A 1 Volume control Hot keys 2 8 W Weight of the computer A 2 W...

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