INTRODUCTION
We would like to thank you for making the “VYE S SERIES” of notebook computers your 
choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.
Please kindly store this guide securely after reading it.
This guide will also provide notice that users have to know when they are using this product in the 
section “For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety.” Please kindly read the notice before using 
the product.
  Any  reprinting  or  reproduction  of  the  contents  described  in  this  guide  without  permission  is 
prohibited.
  The contents described in this guide is subject to change without notice.
  The OS has been installed in this product beforehand. Please kindly bear in mind that any other OS 
installation in this product may result in computer malfunction.
  Some software have been installed beforehand in this product. According to the software license 
agreement, only the person who agrees to the terms and conditions contained in the agreement 
will be authorized to use the software. Any use of software against the terms and conditions 
prescribed in the agreement is prohibited.
  The product is not designed for use with any equipment or machinery that signifi cantly concerns 
human life, such as medical equipment, machinery of atomic equipment, aerospace equipment as 
well as machinery of transportation equipment, etc. We shall NOT take any responsibility of the use 
for the aforementioned machinery in case of any problems.
  Intel  and  Intel  logo  are  the  trademarks  or  registered  trademarks  of  Intel  Corporation  or  its 
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
  Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, Windows Vista,and Windows logo are the registered trademarks of 
Microsoft(USA).
  VGA is the registered trademark of IBM(USA).
  Phoenix,  Phoenix  logo,  Phoenix  FirstWare  Recover  Pro  are  the  trademarks  of  Phoenix 
Technologies Ltd.
  Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and MagicGate are the trademarks of SONY Inc.
  SD  memory  card  is  the  trademark  of  Matsushita  Electric  Industrial  Co.,  SanDisk(USA),  and 
TOSHIBA Corporation.
  Compact Flash is the trademark of SanDisk(USA).
  Bluetooth is the registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG,INC.(USA).
  Other  company  names  and  product  names  mentioned  in  this  guide  are  the  trademarks  and 
registered trademarks of the respective companies.
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For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety
This guide provides notice for customers and others in case of any loss of properties or damages. 
Please kindly read the notice before using this product.
Meanings of Warning Signs
 CAUTION
This sign shows the behaviours that may cause death and severe injury in case of 
violation.
 ATTENTION This sign shows the behaviours that may cause light injury or the heavy damage 
to the machine in case of violation.
 PROHIBITION
This  sign  shows  the  prohibited  behaviours. The  illustration  beside  the  signal 
describes the content of prohibited behaviours.  means “No Disassembling.”
 INDICATION
This sign shows the critical indications. The illustration inside the signal describes 
the content of the indication.  means “Disconnect the plug from the socket.”
Attention For Your Safety ( CAUTION)
Body
 Because this machine is a precision machine, please kindly avoid using it near water areas with 
high moisture (e.g. bathroom) that may result in electric shocks or fi re.
 Please do not repair, disassemble or modify this product; otherwise electric shocks or fi re may 
occur. Any repair for these reasons will be charged accordingly.
 Please do not put metals or chemicals inside this machine; otherwise a short circuit may occur 
and thus cause breakdown or fi re.
Because the base of this machine will heat up if used for a long time, please kindly use it on 
the desk. Using it on the lap for a long time may cause minor burns. Please also do not use it 
for prolonged periods on those surfaces that can keep its temperature high (e.g. bedding) and 
any areas and surfaces obstructing the exhaust vents; otherwise this may cause the machine to 
overheat.
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For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety
Power, Power Cord, AC Adapter
 For the AC adapter, please use the one supplied with this product. The use of other alternative 
adapters may cause electric shock or fi re.
 Please disconnect the plug quickly when the AC adapter is overheated or burnt. Continuous use 
may cause electric shock or fi re.
 Do not use a kinked or curled power cord; otherwise electric shock or fi re may occur.
 Please immediately stop using the power cord when broken; otherwise electric shock or fi re may 
occur.
 Please make sure the terminals are not covered by dust when you connect the power cord or 
AC adapter. Connection of terminals covered by dust may result in fi re.
 Please use 100-240V for the power input. Use of voltage other than within this range may cause 
electric shock or fi re.
Battery pack
 For the battery pack, please use the one supplied with this product, and also avoid using it for 
any other products; otherwise it may result in ignition, generation of heat, or explosion.
 Please do not throw the battery pack into the fi re; otherwise it may result in explosion, fi re, or injury.
 Please do not violently hit or drop the battery pack. Strong impact may result in breakdown.
 Please do not charge the battery pack by using any other method that is not described in this 
guide; otherwise it may result in explosion or fi re.
When the battery pack has been charged for a designated period of time, please do not re-
charge it even if the charging has not fi nished yet. Charging continuously may result in ignition, 
generation of heat, or explosion.
 Please do not disassemble the battery pack; otherwise it may cause possible damage to the 
protector inside the battery pack, or ignition, generation of heat, and explosion.
 Please quickly keep yourself away from the machine if there is stink or leakage of fl uid from the 
battery pack that may cause ignition or explosion.
 Fluid leaking from the battery pack may result in blinding when it contacts your eyes. Please 
proceed immediately to the nearest hospital for examination.
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For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety
Electric Wave
Please  do  not  use  wireless  LAN  or  Bluetooth  in  restricted  environments  (e.g.  airplanes, 
hospitals, etc); otherwise it may disable or hinder the operation of sensitive medical equipment, 
such as a cardiac pacemaker, etc.
 For those users with a cardiac pacemaker, please use this machine over 30cm away from the 
pacemaker; otherwise it may disable or hinder the operation of the cardiac pacemaker.
Please do not use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth in restricted environments (e.g. hospital, 
airplane, etc.) where the use of wireless machines is limited; otherwise it may influence the 
electric machinery or human life.
 Please do not use the IEEE802.11a mode of wireless LAN outdoors. Violators will be legally 
punished according to the Electric Wave Act, which prohibits that behaviour.
Please do not use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth near the premises of wireless stations for 
mobile device identifi cation used in the product line at factories. In case there is any interference 
of electronic wave with the wireless station for mobile device identifi cation, please immediately 
stop using the wireless LAN and contact our support centre.
Attention For Your Safety ( Attention)
 When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself, but pull on the plug head. This is 
to prevent any damage to the computer due to power surges or short circuits.
 Please disconnect the plug when you're not using this machine, overcharging the battery may 
cause fi re or leakage of electricity.
 Please do not place this machine on unstable or vibrational places or put heavy things on the 
machine; otherwise it may cause breakdown or damage.
 Please do not hit or drop this machine. Strong impact may result in breakdown.
 Please do not use this machine for a long time under direct sunshine, in dusty places, in places 
of high temperature and humidity, or near heaters; otherwise it may cause fi re or breakdown.
 Please make sure the operation of hard disk stops before moving this machine; otherwise it may 
cause breakdown.
 Please do not use sharp-pointed objects (e.g. pen, etc) to touch the display; otherwise it may 
cause damage.
 Please do not shut the display when something is being put on the keyboard; otherwise it may 
cause damage to the display or keyboard.
 Always hold the main body when moving this machine. Unfolding the machine while holding the 
display may burden the display hinge and thus cause damage.
 Please  quickly  turn  off  the  power  and  disconnect  the  plug  as  well  as  other  cables  during 
electrical storms.
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For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety
 Please do not use sharp-pointed objects (e.g. pen, etc) or apply strong pressure to operate the 
touch pad; otherwise it may cause damage.
 Please do not put objects on the cables. Damaged cables may result in leakage of electricity or fi re.
Please quickly clean your clothes or body if stained with the fl uid leaking from the battery pack, 
and go to the nearest hospital for a physical examination; otherwise the acid may damage your 
skin and body.
 Do not use the battery pack in case of any abnormality (e.g. stink or rust, etc).
 Please do not cause your battery pack to short-circuit; otherwise it may result in fi re, breakdown, 
or explosion.
 Please do not splash water on the battery pack; otherwise it may damage it.
 Please keep children away from the battery pack.
 Children must be accompanied by their parents (guardians) when using the battery pack.
Attention For Your Operation
  Please wipe the stained machine with a clean dry cloth. Please wipe the display with a clean soft cloth 
because of its vulnerability. To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning 
fl uids or chemicals on the display.
  It is recommended to back up your data in the hard disk regularly.
  Please arrange the cables and avoid them being entangled to trip people.
  Please kindly store the accessories with this user's guide properly.
For Your Health
  Please bear in mind that taking a break every 30 minutes or doing some gentle exercises would be 
advisable after you use this machine for a long time.
  Please adjust the angle or brightness of the display to improve the visibility.
  Blinking words or illustrations on the display due to fast-repeatedly switching images may cause 
epilepsy or loss of consciousness. For those having this symptom for any reason in the past and for 
those with related hereditary diseases, please contact your doctor before using this machine.
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Contents
INTRODUCTION
 
For the Correct Use of this Product and Your Safety ...........................................................................1
 
  Contents .............................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 1  Computer Setup
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1 Operating Environment ..................................................................................................................10
Health Management ..............................................................................................................10
 
Posture When You Are Using the Computer ..........................................................................10
 
 
Operating Environment ..........................................................................................................11
2 Installation of the Battery Pack ......................................................................................................12
 
Installation of the Battery Pack ..............................................................................................12
 
Replacement of the Battery Pack ..........................................................................................13
3 Connect the AC Adapter ................................................................................................................14
Connect the AC Adapter ........................................................................................................14
 
 
Conditions of Power Supply ...................................................................................................15
 
Removal of the AC Adapter ...................................................................................................15
4 Power ON/OFF ..............................................................................................................................16
Power ON ..............................................................................................................................16
 
 
Power OFF ............................................................................................................................17
5 How to Make Best Use of the Power Saving Mode ........................................................................18
Sleep Mode ...........................................................................................................................18
 
Hibernate Mode .....................................................................................................................18
 
Enter the Power Saving Mode ...............................................................................................18
 
 
Set up the Property of Power Option .....................................................................................19
Chapter 2  Basic Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1 Names and Functions of Each Part ...............................................................................................24
 
Front ......................................................................................................................................24
Right Side ..............................................................................................................................26
 
Left Side ................................................................................................................................27
 
 
Downside ...............................................................................................................................28
2 Rotation of the Display ...................................................................................................................29
 
Description of Various Styles .................................................................................................29
Change to Open Style ...........................................................................................................30
 
 
Change to Viewer Style and Reverse Style ...........................................................................30
3 How to Use the Touch Pad .............................................................................................................32
 
Move the Mouse Cursor  ...................................................................................................... 32
Click .......................................................................................................................................32
 
 
Drag .......................................................................................................................................33
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