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Rev. 1.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFA CE
Symb ols and Conventions
Protecting Your Notebook - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment
Section Summaries
1. GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS
Performance Features (1-2,3)
System at a Glance (1-4)
Top View (1-4,5,6,7)
Rear View (1-8,9)
Bottom View (1-10,11)
AC Adapter (1-12)
LED Status Indicators (1-13)
Function (Hot) Keys (1-14)
Windows Keys and Embedded Numeric Key Pad (1-15)
Touch Pad With PageUp and PageDown Function (1-16)
Display (1-17)
Adjusting the Brightness (1-17)
Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device (1-17)
Opening and Closing the Display Panel (1-17)
Graphic Controller (1-18)
Multimonitor Support (1-18)
Audio Devices (1-19)
Adjusting the Volume Manually (1-19)
Adjusting the Volume in Windows (1-19)
Adjusting the Speaker Volume via the Volume Dial (1-19)
Voice Recording (1-19)
Modem and Modem Setting (1-20)
Network Adapter (1-21)
2. BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY
Entering the BIOS Setup Screen (2-3)
Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen (2-3)
BIOS Action Keys (2-3)
Modifying the BIOS Settings (2-4)
The Main Menu (2-4)
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The Standard CMOS Setup (2-5)
About Hard Disk Drive Setting (2-6)
The Advance CMOS Setup (2-7)
The Power Management Setup (2-8)
Using Password Protection (2-9)
Auto-Detect Hard Disk, Default Settings, Save, Exit (2-9)
3. BATTERY POWER AND POWER MANAGEMENT
The Battery Pack (3-2)
Lithium-Ion Battery Technology (3-2)
Battery-Low Warning (3-3)
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (3-4,5)
Charging the Battery and Charging Time (3-5)
Checking the Battery Level (3-6)
Prolonging the Battery`s Life and Usage Cycles (3-6)
Using Windows Power Options (3-7)
Power Schemes (3-7)
Suspend Modes (3-8)
Power Button Action (3-9)
Low Battery Warning (3-10)
Power Manual Quick Access (3-11)
4. UPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOK
Upgrading the System Memory (4-2,3,4,5)
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive (4-6,7,8,9)
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
First Step (5-2,3)
Audio Problems (5-4)
Hard Disk Problems (5-5,6)
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Problems (5-6)
Display Problems (5-7)
Keyboard and Pointing Device (Mouse) Problems (5-8)
CMOS Problems (5-9)
Memory Problems (5-10)
Modem Problems (5-11)
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Network Adapter (Ethernet) Problems (5-12)
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems (5-12,13)
Performance Problems (5-13,14)
Power, Start, and Battery Problems (5-14)
Printing Problems (5-15)
Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB Problems (5-15)
Appendix A Product Specification
Appendix B Agency Regulatory Notices
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Preface
Using This Manual
This User`s Manual contains general information about your notebook, hardware
and software setup information, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Symbols and Conventions
The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual:
n When keys are to be pressed at the same time, a plus (+) symbol is used. For
instance, Fn+F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time.
n The file names are printed in uppercase type. For instance, WELCOME.EXE.
n When a series of clicking actions is needed in Windows O/S, [ ] and > symbols
are used. For instance, [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Multimedia] means
clicking the Start icon first, then the Settings, then the Control Panel, then the
Multimedia icon.
n When you need to make a selection with the touch pad (or mouse), you will be
asked to `select` or `click` or `double-click` the item.
Note: Text in this format and symbol
means specific instructions,
commentary, sidelights, or any addi-
tional information or notes that you
should be aware of.
Warning: Text is this format and
symbol means that failures to comply
with the given instructions or informa-
tion could result in damage to your
notebook or could cause bodily harm
or loss of life.
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Protecting Your Notebook - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment
Follow the advice below will help ensure that you get the most out of your Investment.
Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it.
n Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat.
n Do not subject it to temperatures below 0oC (32oF) or above 50oC (122oF).
n Do not expose the notebook to magnetic fields.
n Do not expose the notebook to moisture or rain.
n Do not spill water or liquid on the notebook.
n Do not subject the computer to adverse shock and vibration.
n Do not expose the notebook to dust and dirt.
n Do not place objects on top of the notebook to avoid damaging the notebook.
n Do not place the notebook on rocky surfaces.
Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter.
n Do not connect the adapter to any devices other than your notebook.
n Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
n Carefully tuck away the power cord and any cables away from pedestrian traffic.
n When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the
plug.
n Keep the adapter away from children.
n The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the
ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord.
n The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should
not exceed the fuse rating.
Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.
n It is necessary that you charge the battery pack for at least 10 hours before
using it for the first time.
n Use only factory-original batteries of the same kind as replacements.
n Turn off the power or enter suspend mode before removing or replacing
batteries.
n Do not tamper with the sealed battery pack.
n Keep the battery pack away from children.
n Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
n Do not expose the battery pack to fire and recycle them if at all possible.
When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:
1. Power off the notebook and remove the battery pack.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following
occurs:
n Notebook has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
n Liquid has been spilled into the product.
n The notebook does not operate normally.
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Section Summaries
The following is a summary of the available sections and appendices in this manual.
Section 1: Getting to Know the Basics
In this section, you will learn the basic operations and features of your
notebook. It gives you a general understanding of the makeup of your notebook.
Section 2: BIOS Setup / Security
In this section, you will learn how to change various firmware settings and
what the settings mean. Also, you will learn how to take advantage of the built-in
security feature provided by the BIOS.
Section 3: Battery Power / Power Management
In this section, you will learn the fundamentals of power management using
Windows built-in power saving features and how to achieve longer battery life.
Section 4: Upgrading Your Notebook
In this section, you will learn how to upgrade the system memory, the hard
disk drive, and to install the optional mini-PCI type wireless LAN (802.11b) card.
Section 5: Trouble-Shooting
In this section, you will learn how to solve common hardware and software
problems.
Appendix A: Product Specification
In this section, you will find a list of the notebook`s system sepcification.
Appendix B: Agency Regulatory Notices
In this section, you will find the general electro-magnetic and safety regulatory
information.
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