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

Page 2: ...allation 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 int...

Page 3: ...es 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 int...

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Page 5: ...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...

Page 6: ...from humidity and 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 overheat...

Page 7: ...d into the opening that could damage the equipment or cause an electrical shock 12 Do not leave the equipment in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature of 60 O C 140 O F or above whic...

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Page 11: ...osoft Corporation Windows 2000 XP Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation w AMI is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc w PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of...

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 VIII Trademarks X...

Page 13: ...ght side View 2 13 Rear View 2 15 Bottom View 2 16 Power Management 2 18 AC Adapter 2 18 Battery Pack 2 20 Using the Battery Pack 2 23 Basic Operations 2 25 Safety and Comfort Tips 2 25 Have a Good Wo...

Page 14: ...evices 3 6 Express Card Installation Optional 3 7 Installing the Express card 3 7 Removing the Express card 3 7 Safely Remove Hardware 3 8 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup 4 2 When to Use BIOS Setup 4 2 Ho...

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

Page 16: ...t 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 o...

Page 17: ...t 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 inform...

Page 18: ...s in case you need to ship the unit in the future The package should contain the following items w Notebook PC w User s Manual or Quick Start Guide w All in one application disk containing the drivers...

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

Page 20: ...C7M 1 6GHZ L1 Cache 128KB L2 Cache 128KB FSB Speed 400MHz Core Chips North Bridge VN896 South Bridge VT8237A Memory Technology DDR2 533 667 Memory DDR2 SO DIMM X 2 slots 256MB 512MB DDR2 SDRAM Maximum...

Page 21: ...x 1 Communication Port LAN 10 100 Base on board LAN LAN Boot Yes Wfm Wfm 2 0 support Wireless LAN 802 11b g Express Card Slot optional Express Card Slot x 1 Display LCD Type 14 WXGA optional 13 3 WXG...

Page 22: ...Started Audio Sound Codec chip Realtek 888 Internal Speaker 2 Speakers with housing 1 5W x 2 SoundBlaster SoundBlaster compatible Not support DOS BIOS BIOS Fast Boot Support Yes Others Kensington Loc...

Page 23: ...aspects of your Notebook It will help you to know more about the appearance of this Notebook before using it Top open View Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover LCD Panel The figure of top open...

Page 24: ...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 Note These Quick Launch Buttons will only work when the supplied...

Page 25: ...2 7 Getting Started 5 Keyboard The built in keyboard provides all the functions of a full sized US defined keyboard 6 Touchpad It is the pointing device of the Notebook...

Page 26: ...ll bounce back when loosing it 2 Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi Fi function supported These connectors support Analog 5 1 function Connect your speaker...

Page 27: ...ry is in low battery status w Blinking orange if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery w Battery LED goes out when recharging is done or when the AC adapter is disconnected...

Page 28: ...aps Lock Glowing green when the Caps Lock function is activated Num Lock Glowing green when the Num Lock function is activated 4 Internal Microphone There is built in microphone and its function is th...

Page 29: ...ub 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 Notebook display 3 Ventilator The ventilator is designed to co...

Page 30: ...connect USB interface peripheral devices such as the mouse keyboard modem portable hard disk module printer and more The USB standard interface supports plug and play technology so that you can conne...

Page 31: ...ss Card Slot Optional The computer provides an Express PC card slot The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scala...

Page 32: ...2 14 Getting Started computer LightScribe function allows users to have brief texts curved on the disks 4 Kensington Lock Hole This is used to lock the Notebook to location for security...

Page 33: ...2 15 Getting Started u Rear View 1 Battery Pack Rear View To supply power to your Notebook when the AC adapter is not connected...

Page 34: ...ery Pack Supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected 2 Battery Release Button It is a bounce back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack Press it with one hand a...

Page 35: ...2 17 Getting Started 3 Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation...

Page 36: ...s being charged immediately NOTE that 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...

Page 37: ...pter 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 powe...

Page 38: ...ough power supply so you 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 o...

Page 39: ...2 21 Getting Started w w v x x v...

Page 40: ...right side of battery pack 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...

Page 41: ...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...

Page 42: ...terrupting 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...

Page 43: ...sk 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...

Page 44: ...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 t...

Page 45: ...Notebook s keyboard 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 key...

Page 46: ...e 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 typewrite...

Page 47: ...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...

Page 48: ...per 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...

Page 49: ...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 shor...

Page 50: ...Increase the LCD brightness Decrease the built in speaker s volume Increase the built in speaker s volume Disable the Notebook s audio function Force the Notebook into suspend mode depending on the s...

Page 51: ...ol the 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 y...

Page 52: ...utton 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 s...

Page 53: ...want 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...

Page 54: ...re 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 Noteboo...

Page 55: ...ti Works as a multi functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive n LightScribe Allows users to have brief texts curved on the obverse side of the disks with the laser read write head of the Optical D...

Page 56: ...cluding the DVD ROM drive 1 Confirm that the Notebook is turned on 2 Press the Eject Button on the drive s panel and the CD tray will slide out partially Then gently pull the tray out until fully exte...

Page 57: ...slide out partially Then gently pull the tray out until fully extended 2 Hold the CD 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...

Page 58: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface...

Page 59: ...ng this Notebook Connecting the External Devices The I O input output ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices Mouse Keyboard Printer WebCam Moniter Televsion Microphone Speakers...

Page 60: ...of you mouse you can manually enable the mouse by going to Start Menu Control Panel Add Hardware to add the new device Connecting the Keyboard You can connect a keyboard to your Notebook through the P...

Page 61: ...Start Menu Control Panel Add Hardware to add the new device Connecting the Printer If your printer has a USB interface you can then use the USB port on the Notebook to connect the printer The followi...

Page 62: ...ke sure that the Notebook is turned off 2 Plug the monitor s D type connector into the Notebook s VGA port 3 Connect the monitor s power cord and turn on the monitor 4 Turn on the Notebook and the mon...

Page 63: ...ager for help Using the Modem The built in 56Kbps fax data modem allows you to use a telephone line to communicate with others or to dial up to connect the Internet For more instructions or detailed s...

Page 64: ...llation for the Express Card including how to install and remove it For more information please refer to the manual of your Express Card Installing the Express Card 1 Locate the Express Card slot on y...

Page 65: ...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...

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 t...

Page 68: ...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 op...

Page 69: ...OS Setup Utility the Main menu will appear on the screen The Main menu displays the system information including the basic configuration The pictures shown in this chapter are for reference only and m...

Page 70: ...U features Memory size and setting of System Time and Date Advanced menu Configure IDE and USB settings Security menu Install or clear Supervisor s and User s Password settings Boot menu Set up Boot T...

Page 71: ...4 6 BIOS Setup Main menu 1314 Series 1415 Series...

Page 72: ...n to Sat which is determined by BIOS read only Month The month from 01 January to 12 December Date The date from 01 to 31 Year The year can be adjusted by users w Serial ATA Primary IDE These items di...

Page 73: ...4 8 BIOS Setup Advanced menu 1314 Series 1415 Series...

Page 74: ...for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI bandwidth For better PCI performance you should set the item to higher values Setting options 32 64 96 128 160 192 224 and 248 w Legacy USB Suppor...

Page 75: ...unction 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...

Page 76: ...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 pro...

Page 77: ...1415 Series w Boot Settings Configuration Configure settings during system boot w Boot Device Priority Press Enter to bring up a sub window showing the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to...

Page 78: ...xit 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...

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