Table of Contents
Preface
Notational Conventions
Getting Started
Getting the Computer Running
Unpacking
Connecting to AC Power
Opening the Cover
Turning On and Off the Computer
Turning On
Turning Off
Taking a Look at the Computer
Right-Side Components
Left-Side Components
Rear Components
Front Components
Bottom Components
Top-open Components
Where to Go from Here
Operating Your Computer
Starting and Stopping the Computer
Starting the Computer
Stopping the Computer
Using the Keyboard
Typewriter Keys
Cursor-Control Keys
Numeric Keypad
Euro Symbol
Windows Keys
Function Keys
Fn Key
Hot Keys
Using the Touchpad
Configuring the Touchpad
Using the Floppy Disk Drive
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive
Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks
Using the Hard Disk Drive
Using the DVD Drive
Inserting and Removing a Disc
Using the Video Features
Configuring the Display Modes
Using the Audio Features
Connecting Audio Devices
Using the Communication Features
Using the Modem
Using the LAN
Using the Wireless LAN (option)
Turning Off/On the WLAN Radio
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Managing Power
AC Adapter
Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack
Initializing the Battery Pack
Checking the Battery Level
Replacing the Battery Pack
Battery Low
Power Management
Hibernation
Power-Saving Tips
Expanding Your Computer
Connecting an External Display
Connecting a TV
Connecting a USB Device
Connecting an IEEE 1394a Device
Using PC Cards
PC Card Type
CardBus Support
Inserting and Removing a PC Card
Internal Components Upgrade
Using BIOS Setup
When and How to Use BIOS Setup
When to Use
Starting BIOS Setup
Moving Around and Making Selections
Main Menu
Advanced Menu
Security Menu
Boot Menu
Exit Menu
Installing Software Drivers
How to Use the Driver CD
Caring for the Computer
Protecting the Computer
Using the Password
Using the Cable Lock
Using an Anti-Virus Strategy
Taking Care of the Computer
Location Guidelin
General Guidelines
Cleaning Guidelines
Battery Pack Guid
When Traveling
Troubleshooting
Preliminary Checklist
Solving Common Problems
Battery Problems
DVD Drive Problems
Display Problems
Floppy Disk Drive Problems
Hardware Device Problems
Hard Disk Drive Problems
Keyboard, Mouse, and Touchpad Problems
LAN Problems
WLAN Problems
Modem Problems
PC Card Problems
Power Management Problems
Software Problems
Sound Problems
Startup Problems
Other Problems
Resetting the Computer
A
Specifications
B
Regulatory Information
On the Use of the System
Class B Regulations
USA
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency
Canada
Canadian Department of CommunicationsRadio Interf
Safety Notices
About the Battery
Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries
Attention (for USA Users)
About the AC Adapter
About the Modem
Caution
Caution (for USA Users)
On the Use of RF Device
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements and SAR
Use in specific environments:
Antenna use:
Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Antenna Warning
Use on Aircraft Caution
EMC Requirements
Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices
Statements of Compliance
Local Restrictions of 802.11a / 802.11b / 802.11g
General
Belgium and the Netherlands
France
Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio
Index