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General Introductions

Chapter 1

Getting Started

Chapter 2

Customizing this Notebook

Chapter 3

BIOS setup

Chapter 4

Preface

Summary of Contents for VR330

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...

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: ...hone 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...

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 and damaged w The equipment has obvious signs of breakage 11 Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage the equipment or cause an electrical shock 12 Do not leave the equipment in an u...

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Page 11: ...ve owners w Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Windows 98 ME 2000 XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation w AMI is a registered trademark of American Megatrends...

Page 12: ...fety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery IV Caution on Using Modem V CD ROM Drive Notice V Macrovision Notice VI Safety Instructions VI WEEE Statement VIII Trademarks XI Release History XI Introductio...

Page 13: ...20 Basic Operations 2 22 Safety and Comfort Tips 2 22 Have a Good Work Habit 2 23 Knowing the Keyboard 2 24 Knowing the Touchpad 2 29 About Hard Disk Drive 2 33 Using the Optical Device Drive 2 34 Cus...

Page 14: ...rd 3 7 Safely Remove Hardware 3 8 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 5 Advanced menu 4 7 Security men...

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: ...cket S1 638 pins PGA Core Chips North Bridge nVidia C51MV South Bridge nVidia MCP51M Memory Technology DDRII 533 667 Memory DDRII SO DIMM X 2 slots 256MB 512MB 1GB DDR II SDRAM Maximum 2GB 1G DDRII SO...

Page 21: ...4 USB version 2 0 Headphone Out SPDIF Out supported x 1 Mic in x 1 Line in x 1 Support Analog 5 1 function See Product Overview for more information TV Out optional RJ11 x 1 RJ45 x 1 Communication Por...

Page 22: ...bit color 1400x1050 max 32bit color 1152 x 768 max 32bit color 1280x1024 max 32bit color 1600 x 1200 max 32bit color 1800 x 1440 max 32bit color Audio Sound Controller Embedded in South Bridge HD Audi...

Page 23: ...spects 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 v...

Page 24: ...ting 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 Launch Butto...

Page 25: ...l 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 speakers...

Page 26: ...y 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 W...

Page 27: ...2 9 Getting Started Caps Lock Glowing green when the Caps Lock function is activated Num Lock Glowing green when the Num Lock function is activated...

Page 28: ...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 4 TV out Connector Optional This connector allows you...

Page 29: ...xpress Card Slot 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 scalable h...

Page 30: ...2 12 Getting Started computer Lightscribe function allows users to have brief texts curved on the disks 4 Kensington Lock This is used to lock the Notebook for security concern...

Page 31: ...To supply power to your Notebook when the AC adapter is not connected 2 RJ 11 Connector The computer provides a built in modem that allows you to connect an FJ 11 telephone line through this connecto...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...n Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status Once the button is pushed to unlock position the battery is removable 4 Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...rgeable Li ion battery pack is an internal power source of the Notebook Releasing the Battery Pack It s a better way to have extra battery for enough power supply so you don t have to worry about the...

Page 36: ...nto 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 pac...

Page 37: ...2 19 Getting Started u u x...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...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 44: ...s 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 fo...

Page 45: ...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 followin...

Page 46: ...re information of the two keys please refer to your Windows manual or online help n Fn Key Switch the display output mode between the LCD external monitor and Both Enable or disable the touchpad funct...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...2 32 Getting Started Mouse Properties Window...

Page 51: ...tical 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...

Page 52: ...you to record CD format and both the R RW and R RW DVD formats n Super Multi Works as a multi functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive n Lightscribe Allows users to have brief texts curved on the...

Page 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface...

Page 56: ...this Notebook Connecting the External Devices The I O input output ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices Mouse Keyboard Printer Moniter Televsion Microphone Speakers Earphones...

Page 57: ...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 58: ...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...

Page 59: ...Connect the monitor s power cord and turn on the monitor Turn on the Notebook and the monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display mode by pressing Fn F2 Alternately you can cha...

Page 60: ...please ask your MIS staff or network manager 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 Inte...

Page 61: ...on 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 your n...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...General Introductions Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 Preface...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...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 66: ...chapter are for reference only and may vary from the actual ones Main menu Show System Overview information about firmware version CPU features Memory size and setting of System Time and Date Advanced...

Page 67: ...r 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 Day Day of the week from Sun to Sat which is...

Page 68: ...he primary IDE devices installed in the Notebook Press Enter to bring up a sub window showing the detailed information of the device including the device name vendor LBA mode PIO mode and more w Syste...

Page 69: ...timize the processor set this item to Disabled so that the processor s speed will vary depending on the use of your operating system and applications Default setting is set to Enabled w Legacy USB Sup...

Page 70: ...ld the bus before another takes over When set to higher values every PCI device can conduct transactions for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI bandwidth For better PCI performance you s...

Page 71: ...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 memo...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...enu 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 load the...

Page 74: ...tility 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 S...

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