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Getting  Started

 

Rear View   

 

 

 

 

 

1. 

Kensington Lock 

This port is used to lock the computer to location for security. 

2. 

Battery Pack (Rear View) 

Supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected.   

3. 

Ventilator 

The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator 

for air circulation. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 00_1636

Page 1: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface ...

Page 2: ... installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures w Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna w Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver w Connect the equipment into an outlet...

Page 3: ...ies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation ...

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Page 5: ...e function other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 6 Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Optical Device Drive Notice CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and k...

Page 6: ...d high temperature 4 Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up 5 The openings on the enclosure are used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating Do not cover the openings 6 Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100 240V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet 7 Place the power ...

Page 7: ...e which may damage the equipment 13 To prevent explosion caused by improper battery replacement use the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer only WEEE Statement English Under the European Union EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002 96 EC which takes effect on August 13 2005 products of electrical and electronic equipment cannot be di...

Page 8: ...ию загрязнения окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным оборудованием директива WEEE 2002 96 EC вступающей в силу 13 августа 2005 года изделия относящиеся к электрическому и электронному оборудованию не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор поэтому производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны принимать его для переработки по окончании срока службы Español...

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Page 11: ...rosoft Corporation Windows 98 ME 2000 XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation w AMI is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc w PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Notebook Memory Card International Association Release History Version Revision Note Date 1 0 First Release 06 2007 ...

Page 12: ... II FCC Conditions III Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery IV Caution on Using Modem V Optical Device Drive Notice V Macrovision Notice VI Safety Instructions VI WEEE Statement VII Trademarks XI Release History XI Introductions How to Use This Manual 1 2 Unpacking 1 4 Table of Content ...

Page 13: ... side View 2 13 Rear View 2 14 Bottom View 2 15 Power Management 2 16 AC Adapter 2 16 Battery Pack 2 18 Using the Battery Pack 2 21 Basic Operations 2 23 Safety and Comfort Tips 2 23 Have a Good Work Habit 2 24 Knowing the Keyboard 2 25 Knowing the Touchpad 2 31 About Hard Disk Drive 2 35 Using the Optical Device Drive 2 36 ...

Page 14: ...mmunication Devices 3 6 PC Card Installation 3 7 Installing the PC card 3 7 Removing the PC card 3 8 Safely Remove Hardware 3 9 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup 4 2 When to Use BIOS Setup 4 2 How to Run BIOS Setup 4 2 Control Keys 4 3 BIOS Setup Menu 4 4 Main menu 4 7 Advanced menu 4 10 Boot menu 4 12 Security menu 4 13 Exit menu 4 15 ...

Page 15: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface ...

Page 16: ...It is recommended to read this manual carefully before using this notebook Chapter 1 General Introductions includes the descriptions of all the accessories of this notebook It is recommended to check out that if you have all the accessories included when you open the packing box If any item is damaged or missing please contact the vendor where you purchased this notebook Chapter 2 Getting Started ...

Page 17: ...ot only in connecting the mouse keyboard webcam printer external monitor IEEE 1394 devices and communication devices but also in installing and removing the PC card Chapter 4 BIOS setup provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use ...

Page 18: ...als in case you need to ship the unit in the future The package should contain the following items w Notebook w User s Manual or Quick Start Guide w All in one application disk containing the drivers utilities and optional recovery function w High capacity Li ion battery pack w AC adapter and power cord w Phone cable Phone jack optional w Notebook carry bag optional These accessories listed above ...

Page 19: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface ...

Page 20: ... Merom dual core and Celeron processor L2 Cache 1M 2M 4M Core Chips North Bridge Intel 965GM or 960GL 1637 163C Series Intel 965PM 1636 Series South Bridge Intel ICH8 M Base type Memory Technology DDR2 533 667MHz Memory DDR2 SO DIMM X 2 slots 512 1024 MB DDR2 SDRAM Maximum 2GB 1024MB DDR2 SO DIMM x 2 NAND Flash Intel Robson 512MB 1G 1637 Series Power AC Adapter 90W 19V 1636 Series 65W 19V 1637 163...

Page 21: ...itor VGA 15 pin D Sub x 1 USB x 4 USB version 2 0 IEEE1394 x 1 Mic in x 1 Line in x 1 Headphone Out x 1 SPDIF supported Internal Microphone x 1 RJ11 x 1 RJ45 x 1 TV Out x 1 S Video Communication Port 56K Fax MODEM MDC v1 5 I F Azalia Modem Q com Support on S3 S4 AC mode state PTT Approval Yes FCC CTR21 JATE LAN 10 100 1000 mega bit sec Wake on LAN Support on S3 S4 S5 state LAN Boot Yes ...

Page 22: ...tness Brightness controlled by K B hot keys Video LCD Resolution 15 4 1280 x 800 WXGA Glare type CRT Resolution 640x480 max 32bit color 800x600 max 32bit color 1024x768 max 32bit color 1152 x 768 max 32bit color 1280 x 1024 max 32bit color 1400 x 1050 max 32bit color 1600 x 1200 max 32bit color 1800 x 1440 max 32bit color Camera CMOS optional it may vary depending on the model you purchase 1 3Mega...

Page 23: ...chip Azalia Interface Internal Speaker 2 Speakers with housing Internal Microphone yes Sound Volume Adjust by volume button K B hot key SW Software BIOS USB Flash Boot Yes USB floppy boot up DOS only BIOS Fast Boot Support Yes Others Kensington Lock Hole x 2 Compliance WHQL PC2001 ...

Page 24: ... know more about the appearance of this Notebook before using it Note the notebook shown here may vary from the actual one Top open View Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover LCD Panel The figure of top open view and description showing below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook 2 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 25: ...your Notebook PC from random closing 4 Quick Launch Buttons and Power Button Power Button To turn your Notebook power ON and OFF Quick Launch Buttons Simply click the quick launch buttons to speed up the starting of the programs in common use It helps you to do works more efficiently E mail Press the E mail Quick Launch Button to launch the E mail application Internet Press the Internet Quick Laun...

Page 26: ...stem is in suspend mode w Glowing blue when the system is activated w LED goes out when the system is turned off Hard Disk In use Glowing blue when the Notebook PC is accessing the hard disk drive Battery w Glowing blue when the battery is being charged w Glowing Orange when the battery is in low battery status w Blinking Orange if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery w...

Page 27: ...wing blue when the Scroll Lock function is activated Wireless LAN and Bluetooth w Glowing yellow green when wireless LAN function is enabled w Glowing blue when Bluetooth function of is enabled w Glowing yellow green and blue at the same time when Wireless LAN and Bluetooth function are both enabled ...

Page 28: ... The built in card reader supports MMC multi media card SD secure digital MS memory stick and MS pro memory stick pro cards 3 Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi Fi function supported Headphone SPDIF Out A connector for speakers or headphones Line In Used for an external audio device Microphone Used for an external microphone 1 2 3 ...

Page 29: ...ws you to connect USB interface peripheral devices such as the mouse keyboard modem portable hard disk module printer and more 3 S Video Connector By using a Super VHS S Video cable this connector allows you to connect a television NTSC PAL system to use as a computer display 4 IEEE 1394 The IEEE 1394 port is a high speed bus that allows you to connect high end digital devices such as the DV digit...

Page 30: ... pin D sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA compatible device such as a projector for a great view of the computer display 6 Power Connector To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the computer ...

Page 31: ...ction 3 RJ 45 Connector The Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection 4 USB Port 5 Optical Storage Device A slim DVD Combo drive or Super Multi drive DVD Dual and DVD RAM or Light scribe drive is available in the computer depending on the model you purchased The optical device allows you to use the CD DVD disc for installing software accessing data and playing music ...

Page 32: ... is used to lock the computer to location for security 2 Battery Pack Rear View Supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected 3 Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation 1 2 3 ...

Page 33: ... Once the button is pushed to unlock position the battery is removable 2 Battery Pack Supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected 3 Battery Release Button It is a bounce back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other 1 2 3 ...

Page 34: ...hat the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your Notebook using other adapter model may damage the Notebook or other devices on the Notebook Connecting the AC Power 1 Unpack the package to find the AC adapter and power cord 2 Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC adapter 3 Plug the DC end of the adapter to the Notebook and the male end of the power cord to the electrical ...

Page 35: ...apter you should 1 Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first 2 Unplug the connector from the Notebook 3 Disconnect the power cord and the connector of AC adapter 4 When unplugging the power cord always hold the connector part of the cord Never pull the cord directly ...

Page 36: ...don t have to worry about the lack of battery power It s recommend to buy a battery pack from your local dealer To remove the battery pack 1 Make sure the Notebook is turned off 2 Check the Lock Unlock button is in unlocked status 3 Locate the Battery Release Button on the bottom side 4 Push the Release Button to the direction of arrow showing below the button 5 Slide the left side of the battery ...

Page 37: ...2 19 Getting Started 2 3 4 5 5 ...

Page 38: ...ck into the compartment 2 Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place 3 After the right side of the battery pack fitting the right track then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber 4 Make sure the Lock Unlock Button is in lock position 1 ...

Page 39: ...o local regulations Check with your local solid waste officials for details about recycling options or for proper disposal in your area Conserving Battery Power Efficient battery power is critical to maintain a normal operation If the battery power is not managed well the saved data and customized settings may be lost Follow these tips to help optimizing battery life and avoid a sudden power loss ...

Page 40: ...rupting the charging process w The battery pack uses Lithium ion battery cells that have no memory effect You do not need to discharge the battery pack before you begin charging However to optimize the life of battery we suggest that consuming the battery power completely once a month is necessary w If you do not use the Notebook for a long time it is suggested to remove the battery pack from your...

Page 41: ...esk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating w When sitting on the chair and adjust the chair s back if available to support your back comfortably w Place you feet flat and naturally on the floor so that your knees and elbows have the proper position about 90 degree when operating w Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists w Adjust the angle position ...

Page 42: ... injury to you Please keep the following tips in mind when operating w Change your posture frequently w Stretch and exercise you body regularly w Remember to take breaks after working for a period of time Adjust the angle and position of LCD panel Adjust the desk s height Keep your hands and feet with optimal comfort Sit straight and keep a good posture Adjust the chair s height ...

Page 43: ...eyboard provides all the functions of a full sized keyboard and an additional Fn key for specific functions on the Notebook The keyboard can be divided into four categories Typewriter keys Cursor keys Numeric keys and Function keys 103 Key series 87 Key series ...

Page 44: ...cate their status n Num Lock Press and hold the Fn key and press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off When this function is activated you can use the numeric keys that are embedded in the typewriter keys n Caps Lock Press this key to toggle the Caps Lock on and off When this function is activated the letters you type are kept in uppercase n Scroll Lock Press and hold the Fn key and press thi...

Page 45: ... four cursor arrow keys and Home PgUp PgDn End keys at the lower right corner which are used to control the cursor movement Move the cursor left for one space Move the cursor right for one space Move the cursor up for one line Move the cursor down for one line 103 Key series 87 Key series ...

Page 46: ...ey Ins and Del keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose This key is used to switch the typing mode between insert and overtype modes Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one space Press this key to delete one character to the left of the cursor and move the following text left for one space ...

Page 47: ...keys to enter numbers and calculations Function Keys n Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key and one Application Logo key on the keyboard which are used to perform Windows specific functions such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu For more information of the two keys please refer to your Windows manual or online help 103 Key series 87 Key series ...

Page 48: ...and Both Enable or disable the touchpad function Decrease the LCD brightness Increase the LCD brightness Decrease the built in speaker s volume Increase the built in speaker s volume Disable the computer s audio function Force the computer into suspend mode depending on the system configuration ...

Page 49: ...e Notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons 1 Cursor Movement Area This pressure sensitive area of the touchpad allows you to place your finger on it and control the cursor on the screen by moving your finger 2 Right Button Acts as the mouse s right button 3 Left Button Acts as the mouse s left button 1 2 3 ...

Page 50: ...button to select This procedure called as point and click is the basics of operating your Notebook Unlike the traditional pointing device such as the mouse the whole touchpad can act as a left button so that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button Tapping twice more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double click n Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in...

Page 51: ...3 Getting Started desired location finally release the left button to finish the drag and drop operation Move the cursor by sliding your fingertip Put your wrist on the desk comfortably Using the Touchpad ...

Page 52: ...t to swap the functions of the two buttons In addition you can change the size shape moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen To configure the touchpad you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS 2 driver in your Windows operating system The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to change the configuration Mouse Properties Window ...

Page 53: ...ptical storage devices Therefore it is usually used to install the operating system and software applications 1 To avoid unexpected data loss in your system please backup your critical files regularly 2 Do not turn off the Notebook when the Hard Disk In use LED is on 3 Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when the Notebook is turned on The replacement of hard disk drive should be done by a...

Page 54: ...Super Multi Works as a multi functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive n Light scribe Allows users to have brief texts curved on the obverse side of the disks with the laser read write head of the Optical Device Drive 1 The optical device drives are classified as a Class 1 Laser products Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified here in may result i...

Page 55: ...age device 1 Confirm that the Notebook is turned on 2 Press the Eject Button on the drive s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially Then gently pull the tray out until fully extended 3 Place your disk in the tray with its label facing up Slightly press the center of the disk to secure it into place 4 Push the tray back into the drive ...

Page 56: ... slide out partially Then gently pull the tray out until fully extended 2 Hold the disk by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray 3 Push the tray back into the drive 1 Confirm that the disk is placed correctly and securely in the tray before closing the tray 2 Do not leave the disk tray open ...

Page 57: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface ...

Page 58: ...utput ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices All devices listed here are for reference only Note The notebook shown here may vary from the actual one Mouse Keyboard Printer IEEE 1394 Device Monitor Television Microphone Speakers Earphones Modem LAN Web Cam ...

Page 59: ...you mouse you can manually enable the mouse by going to Start Menu à Control Panel à Add Hardware to add the new device Connecting the Keyboard You can connect a keyboard to your Notebook through the USB port To connect the keyboard 1 Turn on the Notebook and install the keyboard driver 2 Connect your keyboard to the Notebook 3 The Notebook may auto detect your keyboard driver and enable the keybo...

Page 60: ...SB interface you can then use the USB port on the Notebook to connect the printer The following instruction describes the general procedure to connect a printer 1 Turn off the Notebook 2 Connect one end of the printer cable to the Notebook s USB port and the other end to the printer 3 Connect the power cord and turn on the printer 4 Turn on the Notebook and the system will detect a new device Inst...

Page 61: ...ating system Connecting the IEEE 1394 devices The IEEE 1394 port of your Notebook is a next generation serial bus that features a high speed transfer rate and the connection of up to 63 devices allowing you to connect many high end peripheral devices and consumer electronic appliances such as the DV digital video camera The IEEE 1394 standard interface supports plug and play technology so that you...

Page 62: ...staff or network manager for help Using the Modem or Combo Modem The built in 56Kbps fax data modem or Combo Modem with built in Bluetooth function allows you to use a telephone line to communicate with others or to dial up to connect the Internet For more instructions or detailed steps on dialing up through the modem please consult your MIS staff or Internet service provider ISP for help 1 To red...

Page 63: ... and memory card The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the PC card including how to install and remove it For more information please refer to the manual of your PC card Installing the PC Card 1 Locate the PC card slot on your notebook If there is the dummy card in the slot remove it first 2 Insert the PC card into the slot usually with its label facing up and push i...

Page 64: ...ton and the PC card will slide out Pull it out of the slot 3 Reattach the dummy card back to the slot 1 Do not hold the golden finger when installing the PC card otherwise it may cause interference or damage to the PC card 2 Before removing the PC card you should stop the device in Windows operating system Eject button ...

Page 65: ...e to your system the Safely Remove Hardware icon will appear on the taskbar Double click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box You can see all connected peripheral devices here If you want to remove any of the devices move the cursor to the device and click Stop Select ...

Page 66: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface ...

Page 67: ... BIOS settings How to Run BIOS Setup To run the BIOS Setup Utility turn on the Notebook and press the Del key during the POST procedure If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup restart the system by turning it OFF and ON or simultaneously pressing Ctrl Alt Delete keys to restart The screen snaps and setting options in this chapter are for your references only ...

Page 68: ...e menu title Press down arrow to select one item under the menu title Increase the setting value or make changes Decrease the setting value or make changes 1 Open the selected item to change setting options 2 Bring up a sub menu when available In some items press this key to change setting field Bring up help screen providing the information of control keys 1 Exit the BIOS Setup Utility 2 Return t...

Page 69: ...4 4 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility the Main menu will appear on the screen The Main menu displays the system information including the basic configuration 1636 Series ...

Page 70: ...5 BIOS Setup 1637 Series 163C Series Main menu Show System Overview information about BIOS version CPU features Memory size and setting of System Time and Date Advanced menu Configure IDE and USB settings ...

Page 71: ...4 6 BIOS Setup Boot menu Set up Boot Type and Boot Sequence Security menu Install or clear Supervisor s and User s Password settings Exit menu Choose decided status before leaving the BIOS menu ...

Page 72: ...4 7 BIOS Setup Main menu 1636 Series 1637 Series ...

Page 73: ...te notes Following is CPU s information about its Type and Speed w System Time This item allows you to set the system time The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode The set format is hour minute second w System Date This item allows you to set the system date The date format is day month date year ...

Page 74: ...ed by users w Primary Secondary IDE Master Slave The two items display the types of the primary secondary IDE master slave devices installed in the Notebook Press Enter to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device including the device name vendor LBA mode PIO mode and more w System Information This item indicates the information of firmware processor and system memory ...

Page 75: ...4 10 BIOS Setup Advanced menu 1636 Series 1637 163C Series ...

Page 76: ...abled so that the processor s speed will be controlled by the use of your operating system and applications Setting options Enabled and Disabled w PCI Latency Timer Value in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency timer register w Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to enable the legacy support for USB devices Setting options Enabled and Disabled w Chipset Configuration This item allows you to en...

Page 77: ...63C Series w Boot Settings Configuration Configure settings during system boot w Boot Device Priority 1st 2nd and 3rd Boot Device The item allows you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system ...

Page 78: ... select the function a message box will appear on the screen as below Type the password you want up to six characters in length and press Enter The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory You may also press ESC to abort the selection and not enter a password Enter New Password ...

Page 79: ... when end users try to run Setup Always A password prompt appears every time when the Notebook is powered on or when end users try to run Setup To clear a set password just press Enter when you are prompted to enter the password A message box will show up confirming the password will be disabled Once the password is disabled the system will boot and you can enter Setup without entering any passwor...

Page 80: ...d exit the utility w Exit Discard Changes Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made w Discard Changes Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility w Load Setup Defaults Select this item to load the default settings for optimal system performance ...

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