User manual ECS J10IL1

i Preface ©Copyright 2008 All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer. Limitation of Liability While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein. Notices Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there 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 equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: i Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and a nonshielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with emission limits. This equipment is to be used with power supply: 40W There is no internal power supply. ii Table of Content BEFORE YOU START ...............................................................................2 LET YOUR COMPUTER ACCLIMATE ITSELF ..............................................8 HEAT, COLD, HUMIDITY, AND GLARE ....................................................9 SUITABLE PLACE TO WORK ...................................................................9 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................11 FRONT VIEW .....................................................................................12 LEFT VIEWS ......................................................................................14 RIGHT VIEW ......................................................................................15 GETTING STARTED ...............................................................................18 CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER .........................................................18 TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK:........................................................20 TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK: ......................................................21 USING THE NOTEBOOK COMPUTER.......................................................23 LCD CARE........................................................................................23 EXTERNAL CRT DISPLAY...................................................................24 FUNCTION KEYS (QUICK KEYS) ..........................................................24 TOUCHPAD PRECAUTIONS .................................................................26 THE BATTERY POWER SYSTEM ..........................................................26 PREPARING THE BATTERY PACK FOR USE (BATTERY CALIBRATION) ....27 AUTOMATIC BATTERY PACK CHARGING FUNCTION..............................28 BATTERY STATUS..............................................................................28 BATTERY LOW WARNING ...................................................................28 SMALL BATTERY FOR THE REAL TIME CLOCK......................................29 ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS.............................................................30 HELP WINDOWS ................................................................................30 DESKTOP ..........................................................................................30 INTERNET CONNECTION ........................................................................36 RUNNING BIOS SETUP .........................................................................39 MAIN SETUP .....................................................................................40 ADVANCED SETUP.............................................................................41 SECURITY .........................................................................................42 BOOT SETUP.....................................................................................43 EXIT SETUP ......................................................................................43 VGA UTILITIES .....................................................................................48 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................54 SPECIFICATION .....................................................................................63 iii 1 Before you Start Conventions of This Manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer. If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft's Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories. If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before using your system. Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult on the Troubleshooting Chapter if you encounter any problems with your notebook. Safety Precautions This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while working with this product. Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury. However, you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards: 1. Please read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Please keep this User's Manual for later reference. 3. Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don't use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning. 4. For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 5. Please keep this equipment from humidity. 6. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A drop or fall could cause injury. 2 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be opened by a qualified service personnel. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: a. The Power cord or plug is damaged. b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture. d. The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user's manual. e. The equipment has dropped and damaged. f. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C. The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A). Power Cord Requirements The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the requirements of the country where you use the AC adaptor, whether it is 100-240 Vac. The following information explains the requirements for power cord set selection. The cord set must be approved for the country in which it is used. The appliance coupler must have a configuration for mating with a CEE7/EN60320/IEC 320/NEMA/ JIS C 8303 appliance inlet. A. For U.S. and Canada: The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified. 3 The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG, (2) Type SPT-2, and (3) 2-conductor. B. For Japan: All components of the cord set must bear a "PSE" mark and in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m conductors, (2) VCTF or VCTFK, and (3) 2-conductor. The cord set must have minimum rated current capacity of 7 A. The attachment plug must be a two-pole, grounded type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15 A, 125 VAC) configuration. C. For Other Countries: The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country. The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H03VVH2-F. The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.5 Amperes and voltage rating of 125 or 250 Vac. CAUTION: MODEL J10ILx(x=0~9) IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE FLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY Manufacture: Li Shin International Enterprise Corp. Model: 0225C2040 (40W) Manufacture: Delta Electronics, Inc. Model: ADP-40MH AD (40W) 18. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 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. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special instructions. 19. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into the AC adapter. 20. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power. 21. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device. This part is hot. Be careful. Diese Flachewird sehr heiss. When you see this symbol, be careful as this spot may be very hot. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. 2. 3. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch. Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. Die Netzanschlusteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnet die Anschlußwerte. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitun abgestellt werden. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 5 10. Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden. 11. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen. 12. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden. 13. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.: a. Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt. b. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. c. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt. d. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen. e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. 14. VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. 15. Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC. 16. Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte überschreiten. 17. Anforderungen an das Stromkabel Das Kabel-Set, das an das Netzteil angeschlossen wird, muss den Anforderungen des Landes, in dem Sie das Netzteil einsetzen, genügen, je nachdem, ob die Netzspannung 100120 oder 200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt. Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein. Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE7/EN60320/IEC 320/NEMA/ JIS C 8303 Buchse passen. A. Für die USA und Kanada: 6 Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein. Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG. (2) Type SPT-2, und (3) 2-conductor. B. Für Japan: Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori Law mit einem ,,PSE" Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m Leiter. (2) VCTF or VCTFK, und (3) 2-conductor. Der Kabelsatz muss mindestens für eine Stromstärke von 7A geeignet sein. Der Wandstecker muss ein zweipoliger geerdeter Steckertyp gemäß dem Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15A, 125 VAC) sein. C. Für andere Länder: Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen. Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H03VVH2-F sein. Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten. ACHTUNG: Mit dem J10ILx(x=0~9) muss ein AC-Adapter folgenden Modells verwendet werden Hersteller: Li Shin International Enterprise Corp. Modell: 0225C2040 (40W) Hersteller: Delta Electronics, Inc Modell: ADP-40MH AD (40W) 18. Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten, um das Risiko von Feuer, Stromschlägen und Verletzungen zu minimieren. Zu beachten sind u.a. folgende Punkte: Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel Badewanne, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten Kellerräumen oder in der Nähe von Schwimmbecken. 7 Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während eines Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages. Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der Nähe des Lecks befindet. Verwenden Sie nur die in diesem Benutzerhandbuch angegebenen Stromkabel und Batterien. Werfen Sie die Batterien nicht ins Feuer, sie könnten explodieren. Informieren Sie sich über die örtlichen Bestimmungen bezüglich der Entsorgung. 19. Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil. 20. Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn der Akku nicht ordnungsgemäß ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie den Akku nur durch einen Akku gleichen oder äquivalenten Typs, der vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie Akkus entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Entfernen Sie den Akku auf keinen Fall bei eingeschaltetem notebook, da hierdurch Daten verloren gehen könnten. 21. Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts. Things you must remember before working on your computer Let your computer acclimate itself Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn't like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case, threatening to damage the electronic parts inside. After receiving your notebook when it's hot or cold outside, try not to power up the computer immediately, let the computer adjust to the room temperature gradually at least for three to four hours. If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature. 8 Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare Find a suitable place for your computer that's not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen. Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case. Do not block the ventilation opening. Do not place your computer in direct sunlight. Suitable place to work Your computer will run well wherever you're comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system's parts. There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can't ­ things like static electricity, dust, water, steam and oil. In case you decide to pull over for roadside computing, try to choose a clean, comfortable work area for your system. A lithium-ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling. If you are running your system for the first time on battery power, remove the battery from the package, install it into the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for service. 9 10 Introduction Preparing your Computer 1. 2. 3. Install the battery pack Connecting the AC adapter Turning on your computer 11 To avoid damage to the display panel: 1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it. 2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. 3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel. Knowing your Computer With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your notebook computer. Front View 1. 2. Camera LCD Display This LCD panel can only support up to a maximum opening of 115-120 degrees, please do not push it forcibly. 12 3. Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Stereo Headphone Jack Microphone Jack Power/Suspend Button Press momentarily to turn on the system. Press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off the system. Press the power/suspend button again to return from the suspend mode. Persistent green light indicates the Power is ON Touchpad Touchpad Buttons LED Status Indicator System & Power Status Indicators LED Graphic Symbol Indication Blue light indicates the system is ON. Blinking blue light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode. 13 Blue light indicates the WLAN/Bluetooth is active. Battery status Charging ­ Lavender Full ­ Blue Low - Red Blue light indicates the hard drive and/or optical drive is being accessed. Left Views 1. Ethernet / LAN Port When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. 14 2. 3. CRT Port USB 2.0 Port Right View 1. 2. 3. 4. Kensington Lock 4-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Memory Card) USB 2.0 Port DC In Bottom View 1. Battery Lock 15 2. 3. 4. 5. Memory Module Compartment Expansion Compartment Battery Compartment Battery Release Latch 16 17 Getting Started Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer's battery pack. The adapter's AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. To connect the computer to an external power source: Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your notebook. The notebook comes with its own AC adapter. Do not use a different adapter to power the computer and other electrical devices. Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the notebook and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery. 18 Never turn off or reset your notebook while the hard disk is in use status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your notebook before turning it back on; turning the power on and off in rapid succession can damage the notebook's electrical circuitry. Turning On Your Notebook Computer Turn on your notebook by pressing the power button. Hold the button down for a second or two and release. The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs automatically. After the POST is completed, the computer reads the operating system from the hard disk drive into computer memory (this is commonly referred to as "booting" a computer). If your OS (Operating System such as Windows XP.... etc) is installed, it should start automatically. To turn the notebook off, save your work and close all open applications, click on Start, then Shut Down and select Shut down the computer and click "Yes" or press the power button for 4-6 seconds. Operating on Battery Power Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you operate the computer without an external power source. When the battery pack is fully charged, you can operate the computer under the following conditions: The battery pack initially has a full charge. No peripheral devices are installed. Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer. All batteries are not the same and therefore should not be treated as such. Using the wrong battery could cause serious damage to your computer and yourself through toxic emissions. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used 19 batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions or local laws. Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Install the Battery Pack: 20 To Remove the Battery Pack: Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance. 21 22 Using the Notebook Computer Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. + CRT-only - Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, + - Increases the brightness level. + - Decreases the brightness level. LCD Care LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling. Please pay attention to the following precautions: When you are not using the computer, keep the LCD screen closed to protect it from dust. If you need to clean your LCD screen, use a soft tissue to gently wipe the LCD surface. Do not put your fingers or sharp objects directly on the surface and never spray cleaner directly onto the display. Do not press on, or store any objects on the cover when it is closed. Doing so may cause the LCD to break. 23 External CRT Display You can hook up an external monitor through the 15-pin CRT connector. LCD only CRT only You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F4]. The Notebook's Hot Key Controls Function Keys (Quick Keys) + - Enters the Suspend Mode. + - HSPA on/off + - WLAN on/off The WLAN and WWAN (2.5G or 3G)(optional), these two applications will not run at the same time where a hot key is used to run and control these two application. WLAN will be open while the WWAN will be close or vise versa. + only - Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT- 24 + - Increases the speaker volume. + - Decreases the speaker volume. + - Increases the brightness level. + - Decreases the brightness level. + - Enable/Disable the Touchpad + - Mute the system volume + - Enters the silent mode + - Enable/Disable the camera application The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slit it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons. 25 TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. Please take note of the following precautions. Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the TouchPad if your fingers are dirty. Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons. You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as nonWindows applications. Power Saving Modes This section contains information on the notebook's power system, including the AC Adapter, the battery system, recharging the battery, and tips for conserving battery power. The power system is comprised of two parts, the AC Adapter and the battery system. The AC Adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the computer. The Battery Power System Before using the computer on battery power for the first time, check the battery status icon on the Windows Toolbar to make sure the battery is fully charged. 26 See Battery Status later in this section for a description and explanation of the Windows Battery icon. Charging the battery takes about 2.5 hours to charge when the system is in off state. If possible, always charge the battery completely. If you use the battery so frequently that it exceed more than 20 times by fully discharging/charging in a single month alone, we recommend you to perform the "Battery Calibration" process every 3 months to maintain the battery life. Please refer to the topic on "Battery Calibration" describing how to calibrate your system battery discussed on the latter part of this chapter. If you discover the battery life is getting shorter, please perform the "Battery Calibration" process immediately. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack from its compartment, please refer to Chapter 3, Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack. Preparing the Battery Pack for Use (Battery Calibration) Before using the battery pack for the first time, the Smart Battery IC within the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status. To calibrate the battery pack follows the instructions below: 1. Insert the battery into the battery compartment and turn on the notebook. If the battery is completely without power go to the next step. Otherwise, let the battery run down until the battery low-low warning beeps are heard. The system will automatically enter Suspend mode. 2. Turn the notebook off. Connect the AC adapter and let the battery fully recharge. When the battery charge indicator turns off, the battery is fully charged. 3. Turn On the notebook, let the battery run down until the battery is in low-low state and you hear a warning beeps. 27 The system will automatically enter the Suspend mode. You can now connect the AC adapter. 4. The battery pack is now calibrated properly. In general, using the battery until the low-low battery-warning indicator appears and fully recharges the battery each time (full discharge/charge cycle) will ensure the accurate reporting of the battery gauge status. Automatic Battery Pack Charging Function To charge the battery, while the battery pack is in the notebook, plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical outlet. The charging time is approximately 2.5 hours when the notebook is turned off and approximately 3.5 hours when the notebook is turned on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator becomes off. If system runs at heavy loading or in a high temperature environment, the battery may not be fully charged. You need to continue to charge it with the AC adapter plugged in until the charging LED turns off. Battery Status Windows Vista has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery. Battery Low Warning When the pack initially reaches the "Battery Low" state approximately 7 ~ 10 minutes of the usable battery life is left. You will hear an audible beep signal every 15 seconds alerting you to the "Battery Low" status. When the battery power reaches the "Battery Low Low" status the beeping sound will accelerate. Your battery now has 1 ~ 2 minutes of battery charge remaining. You must save your data or connect AC power immediately; otherwise, you may lose your data. 28 Sound Continuous beeping every 5 seconds Beeping accelerates Meaning Battery Low: Indicates that there is 7 to 10 minutes charge remaining. Battery Low Low: Indicates that there is 1 to 2 minutes of battery charge remaining. Save your work and turn off the notebook, or connect the AC adapter. When there is only one minute of battery charge remaining, the notebook will suspend to the HDD and power off. You should connect AC power and resume to save your work. Small Battery for the Real Time Clock There is a small built-in battery pack that supplies power to the system in order to maintain certain system information while the power is off. If the notebook is left without a power source for long period of time, this battery will be exhausted and system information will be lost. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power. Resetting the System After installing a software application package, you may be prompted to reset the system to load the changed operating environment. To reset the system, or "reboot," press the [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete] keys simultaneously. This is known as "warm boot." This key combination acts as "software" reset switch when you encounter hardware or software problems, which lock up the notebook. If this key combination does not shut down the notebook, you can reset the notebook by using the notebook's power button. Should the notebook lock up for some reason, pressing this button powers the notebook off. 29 Adjusting the Brightness To adjust the brightness on the LCD screen, press and hold down the [Fn] key in the lower left hand corner of the keyboard and press the [F8] key to reduce the brightness or [F7] to increase the brightness. Using the Windows Help Windows For Windows XP help, click Start open the dialog box. Help and Support icon will Desktop Desktop may vary differently on the software installed in your notebook with different or additional shortcuts. 30 Recycle Bin Used for storing deleted files in case you want to recover and save it in your system. The files will only be deleted from the Recycle Bin permanently only if you empty it by right clicking your mouse and select the "Empty Recycle Bin". Start Button Allows easy access to all Windows programs. 31 The Start menu allows you to adapt and show the programs used most frequently. If you wish to keep an item, right click the item and click Pin to Start menu. Log Off will enable the current user to log off and allows a new user to log on. Turn Off Computer allows you to shut down, restart, and Stand by modes for power saving purposes. Ta s k ba r When you open a program, its icon is displayed at the taskbar for you to conveniently move between programs by clicking the relevant button. To add or remove toolbars from the taskbar: right click an empty spot on the taskbar, select Toolbars choose the toolbar you want to add. 32 Notification The icons that appear here are for quick access to some programs and computer functions that you frequently used. To prevent Windows Vista from hiding icons: From an empty spot on the Taskbar, right click your mouse and select the Properties, remove the checked mark on the Auto-hide the taskbar. Control Panel It is in this area that you can change how Windows looks and works. Click Start Control Panel dialog box. There are two 33 interfaces ­ Classic View. 34 35 Internet Connection There are numerous ways to connect to the Internet. This may vary from the user's working environment as well as system specifications. Using Wireless LAN Network for Connection to Internet 36 Using a wired LAN for Connection to Internet 37 38 Running BIOS Setup The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is menu-driven software, which allows you to easily configure and change the settings. The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users. This is an important feature because a great deal of vital information is carried within the computer nowadays. Unauthorized access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you will learn how to use this security feature. Entering the BIOS Setup Screen First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST (Power-On Self Test), press DEL key quickly to activate the BIOS Setup Utility. You may need to press DEL key fairly quickly. Once the system begins to load Windows, you may have to retry by cycle-power on again Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS. BIOS Action Keys Function Key ESC Enter Description Leaves a sub-menu to return to the previous menu OR exits the BIOS setup Exit while saving changes. Go to Sub Screen Shows the Sub Menu Command 39 F1 F10 + General Help Save and Exit Select a field Select an item Select an item Lower value Higher value Shows the Help Screen Saves changes and reboots the computer. Selects the next field. Selects the next upper item. Selects the next lower item. Selects the next value within a field. Selects the next value within a field. Modifying the BIOS Settings The BIOS setup main menu is subdivided into sub-menus. Each menu item is described in this section. Main Setup 40 Advanced Setup 41 Security 42 Boot Setup Exit Setup 43 System Recovery This process enables you to restore your system whether your system is damaged or for some other reason that you can not operate your computer. First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST (Power-On Self Test) Press F9 key quickly to activate the System Recovery Program. 44