Manual
Preface
Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide
Overview
Advanced Users
Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users
Warning Boxes
Not Included
System Software
System Startup
System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open
LED Indicators
AP-Key Buttons
Function Keys & Numeric Keypad
System Map: Front & Rear Views
System Map: Left View
System Map: Right View
System Map: Bottom View
Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel
Video Features
Display Devices & Options
Power Management Features
Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer
Overview
Hard Disk Drive
Optical Device
Loading Discs
Handling CDs or DVDs
DVD Regional Codes
10-in-1 Card Reader
PC Card Slot
Inserting and Removing PC Cards
TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse
Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR
Audio Features
8 Channel Sound Support
Audio "DJ" CD Player
Adding a Printer
USB Printer
Install Instructions:
Parallel Printer
Chapter 3: Power Management
Overview
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
The Power Sources
AC/DC Adapter
Battery
Turning on the Computer
Power Schemes
System Power Options
Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown
Stand by Mode vs. Hibernate Mode
Stand by
Hibernate
Configuring the Power Button
Battery Information
New Battery
Battery Life
Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter
Proper handling of the Battery Pack
Battery FAQ
Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities
System Software Installation with RAID Option
What to Install
Module Driver Installation
Service Packs
Authorized Driver Message
Version Conflict Message
Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers
Driver Installation
Manual Driver Installation
Windows XP
Driver Installation Procedure
New Hardware Found
Chipset
RAID
AMD Processor
Video (VGA)
Audio
Modem
LAN
AP-Key Buttons
TouchPad
Module Drivers
Wireless LAN
WLAN & Bluetooth Combo
TV Tuner
PC Camera
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities
Overview
The Power-On Self Test (POST)
Failing the POST
Fatal Errors
Non-Fatal Errors
The Setup Program
Entering Setup
Setup Screens
Main Menu
System Time & Date (Main Menu)
IDE Channel 0/1/2/3 Master/Slave (Main Menu)
System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu)
Advanced Menu
Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)
I/O Device Configuration (Advanced Menu)
Reset Configuration Data (Advanced Menu)
Boot Diagnostic Screen: (Advanced Menu)
Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)
Security Menu
Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)
Password on boot: (Security Menu)
Boot Menu
Exit Menu
Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer
Overview
When Not to Upgrade
Removing the Battery
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)
Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)
Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device(s)
Chapter 7: Modules
Overview
The Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Modules
Mini-PCI Wireless LAN Module
Intel WLAN Driver Installation
Ralink 6833 WLAN Driver Installation
Bluetooth/WLAN Combo Module
MSI 6855B WLAN Driver Installation
Bluetooth Module
Bluetooth Driver Installation
Mini-PCI TV Tuner Module
Installing the AverTV Utility Software
Installing the Cyberlink PowerDVD 6 Software
Digital TV Broadcast Signal
PC Camera
PC Camera Driver Installation
PC Camera Audio Setup
EMAMCAP
RAID Setup
RAID Mode Setup
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
Overview
Basic Hints and Tips
Backup and General Maintenance
Viruses
Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software
Problems & Possible Solutions
Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks)
Ports and Jacks
Appendix B: NVIDIA Video Driver Controls
NVIDIA Video Driver Installation
NVIDIA Display Properties
Additional Properties
NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager
Display Devices
Attaching Other Displays
Display Modes
Enabling TV Display
Appendix C: Specifications