i Preface Copyright 2005 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. Trademarks AutoCAD and Autoshade are trademarks of Autodesk, Inc. IBM, OS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corp. Lotus, 1-2-3, and Symphony are trademarks of Lotus Development Corp. Windows, Word, MS-DOS, and Microsoft are trademarks of Microsoft Corp. VESA is a trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association. Other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 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. 321-Eng-V1.0 i 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: · · · · 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 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 non-shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with emission limits. This equipment is to be used with power supply: I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.5A min. O/P: 19Vdc, 3.16A min. There is no internal power supply. ii Table of Content Before you Start------------------------------------------------------------- 5 Conventions of This manual.............................................................. 5 Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------------ 13 Welcome to the Notebook PC ........................................................... 13 Getting to Know Your Computer ...................................................... 13 Getting Started -------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Connecting to a Power Source .......................................................... 21 Using the Notebook Computer ----------------------------------------- 25 Adjusting the LCD Screen Display ................................................... 25 A Tour of the Notebook's Keyboard ................................................. 26 The TouchPad ................................................................................... 27 The CD/DVD-ROM .......................................................................... 28 Power Saving Modes......................................................................... 29 Desktop Operation --------------------------------------------------------- 33 Audio ................................................................................................ 33 Connecting Peripheral Devices ......................................................... 34 Configuring & Maintaining Your System --------------------------- 37 Introduction ...................................................................................... 37 VGA Utilities------------------------------------------------------------------ 45 AutoRun Installation ......................................................................... 45 VGA Utilities.................................................................................... 45 Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------------ 49 How do I expand my Notebook ----------------------------------------- 53 Specification ----------------------------------------------------------------- 57 Detailed Notebook Specifications ..................................................... 57 iii Canadian DOC Notice For Class B Computing Devices This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur du Canada. Personal Inventory This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options. Date of Purchase: Dealer's Name: Phone: Address: E-Mail Address: WWW Site: Serial Number: CPU Type: Hard Disk Capacity: Memory Capacity: Optional Equipment: iv 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. 7. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. 8. 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. 9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 5 10. 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. 11. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock. 12. Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be opened by a qualified service personnel. 13. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: The Power cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. The equipment has been exposed to moisture. The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user's manual. The equipment has dropped and damaged. If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage. 14. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. 15. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C. 16. The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A). 17. 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 100-120 or 200-240 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 CEE22/EN6032/IEC 320 appliance inlet. A. For U.S. and Canada: The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG. B. For Japan: All components of the cord set must bear a "PSE" or " T " mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. 6 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m conductors. 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 H03VV-F. The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.5 Amperes and voltage rating of 125 or 250 Vac. 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. Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into the AC adapter. Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser radiation when open avoid exposure to beam. 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. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnect device. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. 2. 3. 4. 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. 7 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 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. Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.: Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. 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. Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC. Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte überschreiten. 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 100-120 oder 200-240V 8 Wechselspannung beträgt. Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein. Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse passen. a. Für die USA und Kanada: Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein. Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG. b. Für Japan: Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori Law mit einem ,,PSE" or ,,T"-Symbol markiert sein Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m Leiter. 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 H03VVF sein. Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten. 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. 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. Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser Anleitung beschrieben. 9 19. Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil. 20. Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung - Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl, vermeiden Sie Kontakt mit dem Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse. 21. 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. 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. 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. 10 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. 11 Page intentionally left blank 12 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Notebook PC Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable computing technology. The Notebook's modular design provides maximum expandability without compromising portability. The high-performance CPU and enhanced IDE hard drive provides you with extra processing power for handling complex graphics and running large programs. Unpacking the Notebook The Notebook comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your Notebook, open the carton and carefully remove the contents. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your Notebook dealer immediately. The shipping carton should contain the following items: · The Notebook computer · An AC adapter · An AC power cord · Software Drivers CD Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need them later if you have to ship the computer for repairs. Getting to Know Your Computer Opening the LCD Panel At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use. 1. Locate the display latch on the front of the unit. Slide the latch until the display panel releases. 2. Raise the LCD screen and the machine will go to incline position. At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing position. 13 To avoid damage to the display panel: · Try not to slam the display upon closing it. · Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. · Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel. With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer. Each of these features is briefly described below: 14 1. 2. 3. 4. LCD Cover Release Latch Slide this latch to the right to open the LCD cover. LCD Screen Your Notebook computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that supports up to 1024 x 768 LCD resolution utilizing an AGP BUS. A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient lighting is low. Power/Resume Button Pressing this button will turn on the system or pressing this button when the computer is in Suspend mode will resume normal operation. Pressing this button for 4-6 seconds will also turn off the system. Short-cut Keys These two short-cut keys are assigned as functions for: Explorer and mail respectively. 1. Internet Explorer Button - Use this key to open the Internet Explorer. 2. Outlook Express Button - Use this key to open Microsoft's Outlook to send/receive your mail. 5. System Status Indicator Panel The system status indicator panel keeps you informed of the computer's operating status. There are also three system status indicators -- Power On, Suspend and Battery Charge LED -- on the right side of the notebook. (Please refer to "The Right Side" section description) 15 When lit indicates that the AC adapter is connected. Indicates that the computer is accessing the DVD-ROM drive. Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. Indicates when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the keyboard produces uppercase text when you press a key. When you press the Caps Lock key again, the indicator goes off and the keyboard produces lowercase text. Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode. Some applications will move information across the screen differently when Scroll Lock is on. 6. 7. 8. Keyboard Your computer has an 88-key enhanced keyboard that provides all the functions of a standard 101/102 key keyboard. The Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone is located to the right of the TouchPad. The Volume Buttons Press the two buttons to increase and decrease the volume control of your system. 9. TouchPad The TouchPad is hardware-compatible with a USB mouse and software-compatible with the Microsoft mouse. 16 10. TouchPad Buttons The buttons below the TouchPad correspond to the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. A USB mouse will work with the Notebook PC's TouchPad simultaneously. The Front 1. The CD-ROM Drive Your Notebook comes with a swappable 5.25" IDE 24X CD-ROM drive. The Left Side 1. The LAN Port This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network or a high-speed (DSL or cable) connection via a network cable. When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. 2. The Modem Port This jack is an internal 56K voice/fax/data modem. You will connect your computer to your phone line through this port. Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. 17 The Right Side 1. 2. 3. Kensington Lock Allows you to connect a special computer lock to secure your system. You can purchase a lock at most computer retailers. DC IN Connector Plug the AC adapter into this connector. LED Indicator 1. 2. 3. The Rear Battery Charge This indicator will lit when the battery is in charging status. Suspend This indicator will lit when the system enter suspend mode. Power On This indicator will lit when the notebook is powered on. 18 1. USB Ports Your computer includes four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports. USB2.0 is the latest development in Plug and Play technology. It will eventually replace the need for separate connectors for external keyboards, serial ports, and parallel (printer) port. Audio Line Out You can plug an external speaker, headphone or connect the line out jack to an audio device such as a cassette recorder to record the notebook's audio output. External Microphone Jack This mono microphone jack is used to connect an external microphone. PS/2 Connector Allows you to connect any external PS/2 device such as mouse or keyboard. Serial Port This port is used to connect RS-232 serial devices to the Notebook. Three types of serial devices are external mice, serial printers, and fax/modems. Parallel Port This port allows you to easily connect a parallel printer or plotter using this 25-pin bi-directional female port. VGA Port This port allows you to easily connect an external VGA/SVGA display monitor into your Notebook using the 15-pin female connector. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 19 The Bottom Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Battery Secure Lock Push this button to unlock the battery. This button must be in the unlock position in order to remove the battery. Battery Release Latch Lift up this latch to release the battery from its bay. Expansion Compartment This compartment will serve as an expansion to upgrade your RAM module. Hard Disk Drive Your computer includes a 2.5-inch IDE hard disk drive (9.5mm in height). The notebook PC's BIOS automatically detects IDE drive types. Battery Your notebook comes equipped with a factory-installed battery pack module. After the battery runs down, the module can be removed and replaced with a charged battery. 20 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. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet. To connect the computer to an external power source: · Plug the AC adapter's connector into the DC-IN connector on the right of the computer. · Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and then to a wall outlet. 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. 21 Never turn off or reset your Notebook while the hard disk is in use and the HDD 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. 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. · The disk/DVD-ROM drives run no more than 10% of the time. Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer that is used on for this model only. 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. Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack The battery pack should already be inserted in your Notebook computer when you unpack it. If not inserted, follow these directions: 1. Turn off the notebook. 2. Ensure that the battery lock button is in the unlocked position. 22 3. Insert the battery into the empty compartment. It is designed so that it only fits one way. It should easily "click" into place. 4. Be sure that the battery release latch on the battery has clicked into place. This will prevent the battery from sliding out of its compartment. 5. Push the battery lock button to the locked position to ensure that the battery is securely inserted into the battery bay. To remove the battery pack: 1. Turn off the notebook, turn it over and place it on a solid, flat surface. Push the battery lock button to the unlocked position. 2. Push the release latch into outer direction. 3. Hold the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment. 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. If this is your first time to use the battery, be sure to fully discharge the battery and recharged until it is fully charged. 23 24 USING THE NOTEBOOK COMPUTER Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F10] [Fn] + [F12] FUNCTIONS Decreases the brightness level. Increases the brightness level. Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size. This key combination toggles the display between the LCD display and an external CRT or simultaneous. 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. External CRT Display You can hook up an external monitor through the 15-pin CRT connector. Three configurations are available: · LCD only · CRT only · Simultaneous display of the LCD screen and CRT monitor 25 You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12]. For information on connecting an external display, please refer to Chapter Four. A Tour of the Notebook's Keyboard The Notebook's keyboard uses a standard QWERTY layout with the addition of special function keys and an embedded numeric keypad for number intensive data entry. Your keyboard supports Windows by incorporating the two Windows specific keys. With the two Windows keys you will be able to access and take advantage of many of the timesaving features of Windows software. The function keys (F1-F12) on the top row of the keyboard, serve different purposes and carry out different tasks depending on the application you are running. The cursor (arrow) keys (which are all located in the lower right corner of your keyboard) and the [PgUp], [PgDn], [Home] and [End] keys (which are located along the right edge of the keyboard) allow you to move the active cursor of the computer to various locations on the screen or within the document. The embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. Like the [Num Lock] key, these keys are labeled in blue on the keycaps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right of each key. When the numeric keypad is engaged, the NumLock icon will appear in the System Window. The keypad is activated by pressing the [Fn] + [NumLk] key. If an external keyboard is connected, pressing the NumLock key on either the Notebook or external keyboard will enable/disable NumLock of both keyboards in unison. To disable the Notebook numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, use the [Fn] + [NumLk] hot key on the Notebook keyboard. The Notebook's Hot Key Controls KEYS Power Button FUNCTION(S) Press this button once to power on or enter the suspend/resume mode Press this button for more than 4 seconds can force to power off the system Open Internet WWW Home short-cut key Open Email Reader short-cut key Internet Button Email Button 26 Volume Up Volume Down [Fn] + [F1] [Fn] + [F2] [Fn] + [F3] [Fn] + [F4] [Fn] + [F5] [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F10] [Fn] + [F12] Press this button to increase the system volume Press this button to decrease the system volume Turns on/off the battery beeping sound Turns on/off the volume. Decreases the system volume Increases the system volume Enable/Disable the system Touchpad function Decreases the brightness level Increases the brightness level Expand your video screen or reset to its original size Toggles the display between the LCD display and an external CRT or simultaneous 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. TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. Please take note of the following precautions. 27 · 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. Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer. The Notebook is equipped with a hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades. The CD/DVD-ROM Features of the CD/DVD-ROM Module The features of the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo drive are listed below. · The Audio Play feature allows you to play music CDs · Front panel load/unload button · Supports CD-DA, DVD-ROM mode 1 and mode 2, Multi-Session Photo CDTM, CD-I/Video CD (pcs.) · Low power consumption · 12.7mm height Precautions for Handling CD/DVD-ROM/Combo Discs · Always hold the disc by the edges, avoid touching the surface. · Use a clean, dry, cloth to remove dust, smudges, or fingerprints. Wipe from the center outward. · Do not write or place objects on the surface of the disc. · Store discs in a cool dry place not to damage the disc. · Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent. Only use CD/DVD-ROM cleaning kits. · Do not bend or drop the discs. Loading a Disc To play a CD disc, follow the instructions listed below. · Push the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo eject button on the CD drive door. Gently pull the tray all the way out. · Carefully lift the CD disk by the edges and make sure the shiny surface is face down (the side with no writing on it). Carefully insert the CD onto the tray. Push the CD/DVD-ROM down gently so that it snaps onto the center ring. 28 · Push the tray back into the drive. To remove a disk, do the following: · Check the LED display and make sure that the computer is not accessing the DVD-ROM drive. · Push the eject button and pull the tray all the way out. · Carefully pick up the CD disk by the edges and ­ while pressing down on the center ring ­ remove the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo from the tray. · Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray. If you experience difficulty when ejecting the CD disk tray, stretch a paper clip (or use a pin or a thin metal rod) and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the right side of the front panel. The CD disk tray should eject immediately. This procedure can also be used to remove a CD from the drive when the Notebook is powered off. 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 A fully charged pack will provide battery life depending on your system configuration application it runs. 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. See Battery Status later in this section for a description and explanation of the Windows Battery icon. 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. 29 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 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: · 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. · 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. · Turn On the notebook, let the battery run down until the battery is in low-low state and you hear a warning beeps. The system will automatically enter the Suspend mode. You can now connect the AC adapter. · 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 You can automatically charge the battery pack by using the AC Adapter. The following table summarizes the charging modes: Charge Mode Fast Charge Time 2 hours with the system off or in Suspend mode. The temperature must be 25°C or below room temperature. A pre-charge is supplied to the Li-Ion battery pack. Pre-Charge Battery Status Windows XP 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. 30 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 10 ~ 15 minutes of the usable battery life is left. You will hear audible beep signals 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. Sound Continuous beeping Beeping accelerates Meaning Battery Low: Indicates that there is 10 to 15 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. Battery Calibration The purpose for this process is to provide a long battery life for your system battery pack. 1. Turn on the computer, when the text appears, press [Del] or the [Delete] key until the system enters the BIOS Setup screen, you may now make the necessary changes. 2. Press the arrow key until it reaches the "Exit" menu screen. Again press the arrow key and select the "Battery Calibration" item. 31 Press the [Enter] key and disconnect the AC adapter then press the [Y] key until you hear continuous battery low-low warning beeping sounds. The system will be fully discharge and shutdown completely. 3. Connect the AC adapter and let the battery fully recharge. The "Battery Charge LED" which is located at the right side of the notebook will light indicating it is in charging status. 4. When the battery charge LED turns off will indicate the system is fully charged. 5. Repeat step 1 to 4 once again. 6. The battery is now fully calibrated. 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. 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 [F7] key to reduce the brightness or [F8] to increase the brightness. 32 DESKTOP OPERATION Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing; it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your notebook that are typical of desktop systems. Audio The Multimedia Sound System The Notebook's built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software. The Notebook is equipped with two internal stereo speakers, a microphone, and input audio ports for external audio units. An external microphone can be connected to the microphone jack. External speakers or headphones can be connected to the Notebook's audio-out jack. All audio features are software controlled. The Notebook's multimedia sound system includes the following features: · Supports Windows Sound System compatibility · Full Duplex operation · Dynamic filtering reduces noise and distortion rate · 16-bit digitized audio playback · Digitized audio recording through the Notebook's built-in microphone or any external source Audio Volume Control The Notebook is equipped with hot-key volume controls: Pressing the [Fn] + [F3] hot-key combination decreases the audio output volume; press the [Fn] + [F4] hot-key combination increases the audio output volume. Audio Software Your notebook comes equipped with an integrated sound system capable of providing you with quality audio sound through the built-in speakers or through external speakers connected via the system ports. 33 Sound Recording Your system allows you to record sounds and store them as files using the microphone via the microphone jack on the rear of the notebook computer. Check the Windows Help and Support Center in Windows for information on using the various elements in sound recording. For a high-quality sound, click on the "Volume Control" at the lower right end of your screen. From the Volume Control windows, click on the "Advanced" tab, click and select the "Microphone Boost" item. Playing Sound Files Your notebook can play audio files stored in MIDI, WAVE or MP3 file format. Check the Help and Support Center in Windows for information on the functions of the Media Player. External Microphone The sound system is capable in providing high-quality sound to external speakers and receiving and processing sounds from an external microphone or external sound source. Connecting Peripheral Devices Installing the External monitor This machine allows use of an external monitor. After you have finished installing it, press [FN]+[F12] simultaneously to change the display Installing the Printer The installation of the printer is very easy. Simply connect the enclosed cable to connect the notebook computer printer port to the printer. You also have to install the printer driver. Please follow the instructions in the printer manual for installation. Installing USB Devices USB devices are Plug & Play, just plug the USB device into any USB port on the notebook computer to use it. There are some exceptions. The OS will not support some devices. In these cases you follow the instructions in the device's manual to install the proper drivers in order use the USB devices. Connecting to the network Unless you are a technician, we do not recommend that you install to the Ethernet all by yourself. The illustration only shows how to connect the notebook to the network, the actual application and setting should be done following the instructions in the OS manual, or you should ask for a technician's professional assistance. 34 Installing the modem Using the modem to connect to the Internet is a common practice. Connect the modem to this notebook according to the methods described on the right, and then use a phone cable to connect the slot on the modem to the jack of the phone line. The hardware installation is complete. Then follow the instructions from your ISP (Internet Service Provider), to make the proper connection to the Internet. Connect peripheral devices to the computer's interface ports as shown below: 35 36 CONFIGURING & MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS. With easy-to-use menus, you can configure such items as: · Hard drives and peripherals · Bootup Drive Sequence · Password protection The settings made in the BIOS Setup program intimately affect how the Notebook performs. Navigating through BIOS Setup The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible. If you accidentally make a setting and don't know which one to switch back to, the Setup program has a hot key that allows you to return to the previous value. Accessing the BIOS Setup Program To access the BIOS Setup program, press the DEL key after the Notebook has run through its POST. Item Specific Help On the right side of the Setup screen is an area labeled Item Specific Help. This area will list navigation key shortcuts and information that is specific for the item that you are currently editing. The Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: · Main - Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. 37 Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system, such as enabling the FIR module. · Security - Use this menu to set a password. The password allows bootup and controls access to the BIOS setup menu. · Boot - Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook. · Exit - Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program. To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted. The Legend Bar At the bottom of the Setup screen you will notice a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following table lists the keys found in the legend bar with their corresponding alternates and functions. Legend Key F1 Esc or Tab Minus key (-) Plus key (+) Home End PgUp PgDn Keypad arrow keys Enter Alternate Key Function Displays the General Help window. It can be enabled from anywhere in the BIOS. Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the Main menu from a submenu. Selects the menu item to the left. Selects the menu item to the right. Moves the cursor up and down between fields. Moves the cursor to the next position available in the field. Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field. Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field. Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window. Moves the cursor to the field at the bottom of the window. · 38 F9 F10 Enter Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values. Save and Exit. Will select a sub menu or show a range of options for a field. Launching Submenus Note that a right pointer symbol appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that a submenu can be launched from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a submenu, simply move the cursor to highlight the field and press the [Enter] key. Use the [Esc] key to return to the Main menu. General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS Setup program also provides a General Help screen can be called up from any menu by simply pressing [F1]. Use the [PgUp] and [PgDn] keys or the up and down arrow keys () to scroll through the entire help document. Press the Home key to display the first page, press End to go to the last page. To exit the help window, press the [Enter] or the [Esc] key. Save Changes and Exit the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program. 39 The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: 40 The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu: 41 The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also configure the way that the system will boot up. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar. The following screen appears: 42 The Security Menu The Notebook's advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program. 43 The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu: 44 VGA UTILITIES AutoRun Installation · Follow the step-by-step procedures on the CD-ROM to execute the "AutoRun" application by selecting the topic of "Driver Installation". VGA Utilities After you have restarted Windows, open the "Control Panel" and double click on the "Display" icon. From the "Display Properties" window, select the "Settings" tab and click on the "Advanced" tab to enter the "Default Monitor and SiS 651_661FX_741_760_M661FX_M6..." window. You will notice four new entries have been made in the "Utility Manager" window: Gamma Correction, Video Setting, Driver Mode Setting and Product File Information. 45 Gamma Correction 46 Video Setting 47 Driver Mode Setting 48