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Preface
Notice
The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage
resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated,
transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer
or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered
trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not
intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
©April 2005
Trademarks
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Intel® and Pentium® are US registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
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FCC Statement
(Federal Communications Commission)
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 instructions, 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:
•
•
•
•
Re orient 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 service representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub,
in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They
may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit (DC Output 20V, 4.5A minimum).
CAUTION
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
This Computer’s Optical Device is a Class I Laser Product
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Instructions for Care and Operation
The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:
1.
Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.
Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.
2.
Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.
Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating
element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be
badly damaged.
Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.
IV
Do not place it on an unstable
surface.
Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or moisture may affect the system.
Don’t use or store the computer in a humid environment.
Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
vents.
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3.
Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other
strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.
4.
Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t
forget to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is
depleted.
Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.
5.
Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.
Do not disassemble the computer by yourself.
Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.
Take care when using peripheral devices.
Use only approved brands of
peripherals.
Unplug the power cord before
attaching peripheral devices.
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Power Safety
The computer has specific power requirements:
Power Safety
Warning
Before you undertake
any upgrade procedures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and disconnected all peripherals
and cables (including
telephone lines). It is
advisable to also remove your battery in
order to prevent accidentally turning the
machine on.
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• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a
steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.
• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The
third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not
have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.
• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head,
not by its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.
• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external
power supplies (i.e. AC adapter or car adapter).
Do not plug in the power
cord if you are wet.
Do not use the power cord if
it is broken.
Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.
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Battery Precautions
• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.
• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.
• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative
or qualified service personnel.
• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully.
Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.
• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.
• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.
• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.
Battery Disposal
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of
its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal
waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.
Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Cleaning
Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth.
Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and
the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer
from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:
•
•
•
•
•
When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.
If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.
If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.
If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).
If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.
Removal Warning
When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s)
and screw(s) before turning the computer on.
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Travel Considerations
Packing
As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.
Power off the computer and peripherals.
Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
Disconnect the AC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.
The AC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won’t need a second voltage adapter. However, check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.
Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.
If you’re taking any peripherals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’
adapters and/or cables.
Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for
both hardware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.
Power Off Before Traveling
Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container).
Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vents/intakes to be blocked. To prevent
your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan intake while the computer is in use.
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On the Road
In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, keep these points in mind:
Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is
very common. Don’t check it with “normal” luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful.
Avoid knocking the computer against hard objects.
Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the
computer, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your
computer and disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to
turn it on). Note: Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.
Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in
flight. These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead compartment, make sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.
Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC adapter and keep your battery(ies) charged.
Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the
computer. Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.
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Developing Good Work Habits
Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods
of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your
hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:
• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly
below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed
position.
• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the
floor or on a footrest if necessary.
• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.
• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree
angles when you are working.
• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.
Remember to:
• Alter your posture frequently.
• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.
• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.
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Lighting
Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your
neck and shoulders.
• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.
• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen
clearly.
• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.
• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.
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Contents
Notice ...........................................................................I
Trademarks .......................................................... I
FCC Statement ...................................................II
Instructions for Care and Operation ................. IV
Power Safety ..................................................... VI
Battery Precautions ..........................................VII
Cleaning ........................................................ VIII
Servicing ........................................................ VIII
Travel Considerations ....................................... IX
Introduction
Overview ..................................................................1-1
Advanced Users .....................................................1-1
Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users .................1-1
Warning Boxes .......................................................1-2
Not Included ...........................................................1-2
System Software .....................................................1-2
Quick Start Guide .....................................................1-3
System Map ..............................................................1-4
Getting to Know Your Computer ...........................1-4
Top View ..................................................................1-5
Top View with LCD Panel Open ...........................1-6
PC Camera ............................................................1-7
LCD Panel ............................................................ 1-7
LED Power & Communication Indicators ........... 1-7
Stereo Speakers .................................................... 1-7
Lid Sensor ............................................................. 1-8
LED Status Indicators ........................................... 1-8
Power Button ........................................................ 1-8
Keyboard .............................................................. 1-9
Microphone ........................................................... 1-9
TouchPad & Buttons ............................................ 1-9
Ap-Key Buttons .................................................... 1-9
Front View ............................................................. 1-10
Mini-IEEE 1394 Port .......................................... 1-10
4-in-1 Card Reader ............................................. 1-11
S/PDIF Out Jack ................................................. 1-11
Microphone-In Jack ............................................ 1-11
Headphone-Out Jack .......................................... 1-11
Ap-Key Buttons .................................................. 1-12
Left Side View ....................................................... 1-13
Vent/Fan Intake .................................................. 1-13
External Monitor Port ......................................... 1-13
S-Video-Out Port ................................................ 1-14
RJ-11 Phone Jack ............................................... 1-14
RJ-45 LAN Jack ................................................. 1-14
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2 * USB 2.0/1.1 Ports ..........................................1-15
PC Card Slot ........................................................1-15
Right Side View .....................................................1-16
USB 2.0/1.1 Port .................................................1-16
Serial Port ............................................................1-16
Optical (CD/DVD) Device Bay ..........................1-17
DC-In Jack ..........................................................1-17
Rear View & Bottom Views ..................................1-18
Security Lock Slot ...............................................1-18
Vent/Fan Intake ...................................................1-19
Battery .................................................................1-19
Hard Disk Drive ..................................................1-19
Wireless LAN (Network) & Bluetooth Modules 1-20
Using The Computer
Overview ..................................................................2-1
LED Indicators .........................................................2-2
LED Status Indicators ............................................2-2
LED Power & Communication Indicators .............2-3
Auto Mail Checker ...................................................2-4
Hard Disk Drive .......................................................2-6
The Optical (CD/DVD) Device ................................2-7
Loading Discs .........................................................2-7
Handling CDs or DVDs .........................................2-8
DVD Regional Codes .............................................2-9
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Changing DVD Regional Codes ........................ 2-10
PC Card Slot .......................................................... 2-11
Inserting and Removing PC Cards ...................... 2-11
4-in-1 Card Reader ................................................. 2-12
Ap-Key Buttons ..................................................... 2-13
Function Keys and Numeric Keypad ..................... 2-14
Function Keys ..................................................... 2-14
Numeric Keypad ................................................. 2-15
TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse ............................... 2-16
Audio Features ....................................................... 2-17
Adding a Printer ..................................................... 2-18
USB Printer .......................................................... 2-18
Install Instructions: ............................................. 2-18
Parallel Printer ..................................................... 2-18
Advanced Controls
Overview .................................................................. 3-1
Advanced Video Controls ........................................ 3-2
Opening the LCD ................................................... 3-2
NVIDIA Display Properties ..................................... 3-3
Windows Display Properties ................................ 3-4
Additional Properties ............................................ 3-5
NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager ....................... 3-7
Display Devices & Display Modes .......................... 3-8
Single Display ...................................................... 3-8
Preface
Clone Mode ...........................................................3-8
Dualview Mode .....................................................3-8
Attaching Other Displays .........................................3-9
Power Management Features .................................3-13
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface .....3-13
Power Options ........................................................3-14
The Power Sources .................................................3-15
AC Adapter ..........................................................3-15
Battery ..................................................................3-15
Power Schemes ......................................................3-16
System Power Options ...........................................3-18
Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown .............................3-18
Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ......................3-18
Standby ................................................................3-19
Hibernate .............................................................3-19
Configuring the Power Button ...............................3-20
Battery Information ................................................3-21
New Battery ........................................................3-21
Battery Life .........................................................3-21
Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter ......3-22
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack ..................3-23
Battery FAQ .........................................................3-24
Drivers & Utilities
Overview ..................................................................4-1
What to Install .......................................................... 4-1
Module Driver Installation .................................... 4-1
Authorized Driver Message .................................. 4-3
Version Conflict Message .................................... 4-3
Driver Installation .................................................... 4-4
Manual Driver Installation ................................... 4-5
New Hardware Found ............................................ 4-5
Service Packs ......................................................... 4-5
Installation Procedure .............................................. 4-6
Chipset (WinXP) .................................................. 4-6
Audio (WinXP) .................................................... 4-7
Modem (WinXP) .................................................. 4-7
LAN (WinXP) ...................................................... 4-8
Video (WinXP) ..................................................... 4-8
Ap-Key (WinXP) .................................................. 4-9
TouchPad (WinXP) .............................................. 4-9
PCMCIA & Card Reader (WinXP) ...................... 4-9
Wireless LAN (WinXP) ....................................... 4-9
Bluetooth (WinXP) ............................................... 4-9
PC Camera (WinXP) .......................................... 4-10
AutoMail Checker (WinXP) ............................... 4-10
BIOS Utilities
Overview .................................................................. 5-1
The Power-On Self Test (POST) ............................. 5-2
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Failing the POST ....................................................5-3
Fatal Errors ............................................................5-3
Non-Fatal Errors ...................................................5-3
The Setup Program ...................................................5-4
Entering Setup ........................................................5-4
Setup Screens .........................................................5-5
Main Menu ...............................................................5-6
System Time & Date ................................................5-6
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave ....................................5-7
System/Extended Memory: ......................................5-7
Advanced Menu .......................................................5-8
Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) .........5-8
National 383 SIO Control
Sub-Menu (Advanced Menu) ...................................5-9
Legacy USB Support (Advanced Menu) .................5-9
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen (Advanced Menu) .....5-9
Reset Configuration Data (Advanced Menu) ...........5-9
Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) ..................5-9
Security Menu ........................................................5-10
Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) .............5-10
Password on boot: (Security Menu) .......................5-11
Fixed disk boot sector (Security Menu) .................5-11
Boot Menu ..............................................................5-12
Exit Menu ...............................................................5-14
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Upgrading The Computer
Overview .................................................................. 6-1
When Not to Upgrade ............................................ 6-2
Removing the Battery .............................................. 6-3
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive ............................... 6-4
Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) .................. 6-6
Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device .............. 6-8
Upgrading the Processor .......................................... 6-9
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Overview .................................................................. 7-1
WLAN/Bluetooth Toggle Power Order ................... 7-2
Intel PRO/Wireless Mini PCI WLAN Module ........ 7-3
Intel WLAN Driver Installation ........................... 7-4
Bluetooth Module .................................................... 7-5
Bluetooth Driver Installation ................................ 7-5
PC Camera ............................................................... 7-7
PC Camera Driver Installation ............................. 7-7
PC Camera Audio Setup ....................................... 7-8
AMCAP ............................................................... 7-10
Troubleshooting
Overview .................................................................. 8-1
Basic Hints and Tips ................................................ 8-2
Preface
Backup and General Maintenance ............................8-3
Viruses ......................................................................8-4
Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ....8-5
Problems & Possible Solutions ................................8-7
Power ....................................................................8-7
Display ..................................................................8-8
Boot Password .......................................................8-9
Audio & CD Device ............................................8-10
Keyboard .............................................................8-11
Operation .............................................................8-11
Modules ...............................................................8-12
Interface & Communication ................................... A-4
Power Management ................................................ A-4
Power ...................................................................... A-5
Environmental Spec ................................................ A-5
Physical Dimensions & Weight .............................. A-5
Optional .................................................................. A-5
Specifications
Processor Types .......................................................A-2
Core Logic ...............................................................A-2
LCD .........................................................................A-2
Memory ...................................................................A-2
Display ....................................................................A-2
Security ....................................................................A-3
BIOS ........................................................................A-3
Storage .....................................................................A-3
Audio .......................................................................A-3
Keyboard, Pointing Device & Buttons ....................A-3
PCMCIA ..................................................................A-3
Card Reader .............................................................A-3
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Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
Notes
Overview
This manual refers to the hardware and essential software required to run your
computer. Depending on how your system is configured, some or all of the
features described may already be set up. This chapter covers:
•
•
The Manual
System Map
— how to use it
— navigating around your computer
Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed
information about the
computer’s features.
Advanced Users
If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this manual. However
you may find it useful to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 1, “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 and “Upgrading The Computer” on page 6 - 1. You may
also find the notes marked with a of interest to you.
Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users
If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them)
then you should try to look through all the documentation. Do not worry if you
do not understand everything the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer
to it to learn as you go. You may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with
a as indicated in the margin.
Overview 1 - 1
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1
Introduction
Warning Boxes
No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the symbol. Also please note the safety and
handling instructions as indicated in the Preface.
Not Included
Operating Systems (e.g. Windows XP etc.) have their own manuals, as do applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs). If you
have questions about the operating systems or programs then please consult
the appropriate manuals.
System Software
Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where
this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find this manual refers to the following operating systems:
• Microsoft Windows XP (Home & Professional Editions)
1 - 2 Overview
Introduction
Quick Start Guide
This guide assumes that you are already familiar with computers and can tell
at a glance what and where all the key components are. If you are not that comfortable with this type of device, then please refer to the following pages,
which give an overview of the system.
It is still best to review these steps, before taking any action. If there is anything you are not sure about, then please refer to the appropriate chapter before
continuing.
Unless you need to install an operating system, your computer should be ready
to work right out of the box. Before you begin please follow the safety instructions in the Preface.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Peripheral Devices
Please note that peripherals (printers, digital cameras, etc.)
which attach to your
computer by either
USB or IEEE1394
ports may be connected after Windows is
up and running. All other peripherals must be
connected before you
turn on the system.
Remove all packing materials.
Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the computer (e.g.
keyboard and mouse) to their ports.
Attach the AC adapter to the DC-in jack on the right of the computer (see “Right
Side View” on page 1 - 16), then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and
connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.
Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.
Press the power button to turn “On”.
Quick Start Guide 1 - 3
1
1
Introduction
System Map
Your computer has a lot of built-in features. Most of these are enabled by your
operating system. Further explanations of the various subsystems are covered
in the chapter or pages indicated.
Getting to Know Your Computer
The following graphics will help you to become familiar with the basic functions, and to learn the location of the various ports and components of your
computer.
1 - 4 System Map
Introduction
Top View
Figure 1 - 1
Top View
(LCD Panel Closed)
2
1.
2.
1
LCD Latches
LED Power &
Communication
Indicators
1
To open the LCD display:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Place the computer on a stable surface.
Move the LCD latches 1 in the direction of the arrows to release the top cover
(the left latch will lock in position and is clearly marked with locked and
unlocked
icons).
Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard.
Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
The LED indicators 2 show the power and battery status of the computer, and
give notification of e-mail received.
Top View 1 - 5
1
1
Introduction
Figure 1 - 2
Top View with LCD Panel Open
1
Top View
(LCD Panel Open)
1.
Optional Built-In PC
Camera
2. LCD
3. LED Power &
Communication
Indicators
4. Speakers
5. Lid Sensor
6. LED Status
Indicators
7. Power Button
8. Keyboard
9. Built-In Microphone
10. TouchPad and
Buttons
11. Ap-Key Buttons
2
5
4
3
4
7
4
9
8
4
10
11
1 - 6 Top View
6
Introduction
PC Camera
If you have purchased the optional PC Camera, make sure you install the driver/software application (see “PC Camera” on page 7 - 7). Use the Fn + F8
key combination to toggle power to the PC Camera (see “Function Keys
and Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 14).
LCD Panel
The computer comes with a wide screen TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Liquid
Crystal Display screen (see “LCD” on page A - 2 for details).
LED Power & Communication Indicators
These indicators display the system power status, and battery status of the
computer. The third indicator may be configured to give a visual confirmation
when e-mail is received in the default e-mail program (see “LED Power &
Communication Indicators” on page 2 - 3).
Stereo Speakers
The built-in speakers provide rich, stereo sound.
SRS Surround
Sound
The SRS WOW Surround Sound
may be toggled ON/
OFF using the Fn + F7
key combination.
Top View 1 - 7
1
1
Introduction
Lid Sensor
This LCD lid sensor is activated when the LCD panel is closed. When activated, the default setting of your operating system’s power scheme sends the
computer into a power saving state (see Figure 3 - 13 on page 3 - 20).
LED Status Indicators
These display the system’s operational status. Refer to “LED Status Indicators” on page 2 - 2 for more information on what the lights mean.
Power Button
Forced Off
If the system “hangs”,
and the Ctrl + Alt + Del
key
combination
doesn’t work, press the
power button for 4 seconds, or longer, to
force the system to
turn itself off.
1 - 8 Top View
Press this button to turn your computer on or off. This button may also be used
as a suspend/resume key, once configured as such in the power management
control panel of your operating system (see “Configuring the Power Button”
on page 3 - 20).
Shutdown
Please note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut
Down/Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows. This will
help prevent hard disk or system problems.
Introduction
Keyboard
The computer has a “Win Key” keyboard including a numeric keypad. It has
the same features as a full-sized desktop keyboard and can easily be replaced
with a different language keyboard should you desire.
Microphone
Record on your computer with the built-in microphone.
TouchPad & Buttons
The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements. It
functions the same way as a two-button mouse. The right TouchPad button is
the same as the right mouse button; the left TouchPad button is the same as
the left mouse button. The central button may be used to scroll up and down,
or may be configured to perform a variety of functions (see “TouchPad and
Buttons/Mouse” on page 2 - 16).
Ap-Key Buttons
The three Ap-Key buttons allow you instant access to your default Internet
browser and default e-mail program, and to toggle the power on/off to the optional Wireless LAN/Bluetooth modules. To learn how to set the buttons, see
“Ap-Key Buttons” on page 2 - 13.
Top View 1 - 9
1
1
Introduction
Figure 1 - 3
Front View
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
LCD Latches
Mini-IEEE 1394 port
4-in-1 Card Reader
S/PDIF Out Jack
Microphone-In Jack
Headphone-Out
Jack
Ap-Key Buttons
1
1
Front View
2
3
4 5 6
7
Inserting Cards
2
3
4
5 6
When inserting digital storage cards
make sure that the readable side of the
card is facing upwards, as indicated by
the icon on the card reader.
Mini-IEEE 1394 Port
This allows high-speed connection to various peripheral devices, e.g. external
disk drives and digital cameras (see note below).
IEEE 1394
The Mini-IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices.
1 - 10 Front View
Introduction
4-in-1 Card Reader
The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards (SD/
MS/MS PRO/MMC). Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device (refer to “4-in-1 Card Reader” on page 2 - 12).
Card Reader Cover
Make sure you keep the cover in the card reader when not is use. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the card reader.
S/PDIF Out Jack
This S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) Out Jack allows you to
connect your DVD-capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver for “5.1”
or ‘dts’ surround sound.
Microphone-In Jack
Record on your computer with an external microphone.
Headphone-Out Jack
Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your
system’s volume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack.
Front View 1 - 11
1
1
Introduction
Ap-Key Buttons
The three Ap-Key buttons allow you instant access to your default Internet
browser and default e-mail program, and to toggle the power on/off to the optional Wireless LAN/Bluetooth modules (see below). To learn how to set the
buttons, see “Ap-Key Buttons” on page 2 - 13.
Wireless Module Power Ap-Key Button
You can use this button to toggle the power ON/OFF for the optional Intel
PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) OR 2195ABG (802.11a/b/g) Mini-PCI
WLAN Module, and the optional Bluetooth module. To enable the module(s)
you will need to install the drivers/software for them (see “Intel PRO/Wireless Mini PCI WLAN Module” on page 7 - 3 & “Bluetooth Module” on
page 7 - 5). Make sure the wireless modules are OFF when you are using
the computer aboard aircraft (see below).
Wireless Device
Power Status
If you restart/turn off
the computer, the power status of the module(s) will remain the
same as it was before
the restart/shut down.
1 - 12 Front View
Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft
The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make sure the module(s) are OFF if you are using the computer
aboard aircraft. Check the taskbar icons, and the WLAN LED status indicator for
the power status of the WLAN/Bluetooth module(s).
Introduction
Left Side View
Figure 1 - 4
Left Side View
9
1
2
3
4 5
1.
2.
8
6
7
Vent/Fan Intake
This enables airflow to prevent the computer from overheating.
Overheating
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Vent
External Monitor
Port
S-Video-Out Port
RJ-11 Phone Jack
RJ-45 LAN Jack
2 * USB 2.0 Ports
Infrared Transceiver
PC Card Slot
PC Card Eject
Button
To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan
intake while the computer is in use.
External Monitor Port
Connect an external monitor to this port to allow dual video or simultaneous
display on the notebook’s LCD and external monitor (see “Display Devices &
Display Modes” on page 3 - 8).
Left Side View 1 - 13
1
1
Introduction
S-Video-Out Port
Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs, VCDs or anything
else your computer can display. You will need an S-Video cable to make the
connection. Enable this port from the video driver controls.
RJ-11 Phone Jack
This port connects to the built-in modem. You may plug the telephone line directly into this RJ-11 telephone connection.
Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port.
RJ-45 LAN Jack
This port supports LAN (Network) functions.
Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port.
1 - 14 Left Side View
Introduction
2 * USB 2.0/1.1 Ports
These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for
low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for highspeed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed
scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from
the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of
your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply
which comes with the device).
USB 2.0 Support in Windows XP
Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (or are installing a Windows
XP version which includes Service Pack 2) before installing any drivers. Service
Pack 2 includes support for USB 2.0.
PC Card Slot
The 3.3V/5V slot may be used for a Type-II PC Card (PC Cards were also previously referred to as PCMCIA) and fully supports Cardbus. Refer to “PC
Card Slot” on page 2 - 11 for more information.
Left Side View 1 - 15
1
1
Introduction
Figure 1 - 5
Right Side View
Right Side View
1.
2.
3.
4.
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
Serial Port
Optical CD/DVD
Device Bay
DC-In Jack
1
2
3
4
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for
low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for highspeed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed
scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from
the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of
your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply
which comes with the device).
Serial Port
Connect a serial type mouse to this port.
1 - 16 Right Side View
Introduction
Optical (CD/DVD) Device Bay
The optical device bay will contain a 5.25" (12.7mm height) CD/DVD type
device. The actual device will depend on your purchase option (see “Optional” on page A - 5 for options). For more information on using the drive please
refer to “The Optical (CD/DVD) Device” on page 2 - 7.
CD Emergency Eject
If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption) you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject
hole. Do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become
lodged in the hole.
DC-In Jack
Plug the supplied AC adapter into this jack to power your computer.
Right Side View 1 - 17
1
1
Introduction
Figure 1 - 6
Rear View & Bottom Views
Rear View & Bottom
Views
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Security Lock Slot
Vent/Fan Intake
Battery
RAM Bay Cover
Hard Disk, WLAN &
Bluetooth Module
Bay Cover
Optical (CD/DVD)
Device Screw Cover
1
3
2
CPU
The CPU is not a user
serviceable
part.
Opening this compartment, or accessing the
CPU in any way, may
violate your warranty.
4
6
2
2
5
Security Lock Slot
To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot.
Locks can be purchased at any computer store.
1 - 18 Rear View & Bottom Views
Introduction
Vent/Fan Intake
This enables airflow to prevent the computer from overheating.
Overheating
Battery
See “Battery Information” on page 3 - 21 for instructions on battery use and
care.
Hard Disk Drive
To prevent your computer from overheating
make sure nothing
blocks the vent/fan intake while the computer is in use.
The internal hard disk drive is used to store your data. See page 6 - 4 for information on upgrading/replacing your hard disk drive.
Drive Warning
Don’t try to remove the hard disk (HDD) while the system is on. This could cause
data loss or damage. Unauthorized removal or tampering with the HDD may violate
your warranty. If you are in doubt, consult your service representative.
Rear View & Bottom Views 1 - 19
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1
Introduction
Wireless LAN &
Bluetooth Modules
The optional Wireless
LAN and Bluetooth
modules may be powered
ON/OFF
by
pressing the button at
the front of the computer (see “Wireless
Module Power ApKey
Button”
on
page 1 - 12 & “WLAN/
Bluetooth
Toggle
Power Order” on
page 7 - 2).
Wireless LAN (Network) & Bluetooth Modules
The antenna(e) and other components of the Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG
(802.11b/g) OR 2195ABG (802.11a/b/g) Mini PCI WLAN Module, and the
optional Bluetooth module are not externally visible (please check with your
service representative). If your configuration includes the module(s), make
sure you install the driver for it (see 7 - 3 & 7 - 5 for more information).
1 - 20 Rear View & Bottom Views
Using The Computer
Chapter 2: Using The Computer
2
Overview
To learn more about using your computer, please read this chapter.
This chapter includes:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
LED Indicators
Auto Mail Checker
Hard Disk Drive
The Optical (CD/DVD) Device
PC Card Slot
4-in-1 Card Reader
Ap-Key Buttons
Function Keys and Numeric Keypad
TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse
Audio Features
Adding a Printer
Overview 2 - 1
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LED Indicators
2
There are two sets of LED indicators (LED Status Indicators and LED Power & Communication Indicators and) on your computer that will display
helpful information about the current status of the computer. The LED Power
& Communication Indicators are also visible when the top of your computer
is closed.
LED Status Indicators
Table 2 - 1
LED Status
Indicators
2 - 2 LED Indicators
Icon
Color
Description
Green
Number Lock is activated
Green
Caps Lock is activated
Green
Scroll Lock is activated
(to activate/deactivate press Fn & Scr Lk)
Green
Hard Disk/CD Device activity
Green
The WLAN Module is ON
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LED Power & Communication Indicators
Icon
Color
Description
Orange
DC power is plugged in
Green
The computer is on
Blinking Green
The computer is in standby mode
Orange
The battery is being charged
Green
The battery is fully charged
Blinking Orange
The battery has reached critically low power status
Blinking Green
New mail has arrived
2
Table 2 - 2
LED Power &
Communication
Indicators
LED Indicators 2 - 3
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Auto Mail Checker
2
After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail Checker program (see
“AutoMail Checker (WinXP)” on page 4 - 10) you may then configure it to
give you notification when you receive new mail. You must be online to receive this notification (note that this program only supports the POP3 protocol), and your default mail program does not need to be open.
The Auto Mail Checker appears as an icon
in the taskbar (if you do not
see the icon in the taskbar go to Start > Programs/All Programs > Auto
Mail Checker > Auto Mail Checker). Right clicking on the icon will bring
up the following options menu. If you have not input your mail account data,
then you will be prompted to do so.
Figure 2 - 1
Auto Mail Checker
Select Open to bring up the control panel for the program.
2 - 4 Auto Mail Checker
Using The Computer
You may then configure the options for your mailserver, name, password, program and method(s) of notification.
Note
Check with your Internet Service Provider,
network administrator
or Mail Service provider for details on what to
put on these pages.
Figure 2 - 2
Auto Mail Checker
Account Setup and
Options
Auto Mail Checker 2 - 5
2
Using The Computer
2
Power Safety
Before attempting to
access any of the internal components of
your computer please
ensure that the machine is not connected
to the AC power, and
that the machine is
turned off. Also ensure
that all peripheral cables, including phone
lines, are disconnected
from the computer.
Hard Disk Drive
The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk
can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives with a height
of 9.5 mm.
The hard disk 1 is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below. Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are available in
“Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive” on page 6 - 4.
Hard Disk
1
Figure 2 - 3
Hard Disk Location
2 - 6 Hard Disk Drive
Using The Computer
The Optical (CD/DVD) Device
There is a bay for a 5.25" CD/DVD device (12.7mm height). The actual device
will depend on the model you purchased (see “Optional” on page A - 5). The
CD Device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if
properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 12).
Loading Discs
To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button 1 and carefully place a CD/DVD
onto the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc
to click onto the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock
“clicks” and you are ready to start. The busy indicator 2 will light up while
data is being accessed, or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If
power is unexpectedly interrupted, insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole 3 to open the tray.
1
2
3
Sound Volume
Adjustment
How high the sound
volume can be set depends on the setting of
the volume control
within Windows. Click
the Speaker icon on
the taskbar to check
the setting.
All peripherals must be
connected before you
turn on the system.
Figure 2 - 4
Optical CD/DVD
Device
The Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 7
2
Using The Computer
2
CD Emergency
Eject
If you need to manually
eject a CD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power
interruption) you may
push the end of a
straightened paper clip
into the emergency
eject hole. However
please do NOT use a
sharpened pencil or
similar object that may
break and become
lodged in the hole.
Handling CDs or DVDs
Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged.
Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/
DVDs can be accessed.
Remember to:
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•
Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.
Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.
Do not write on the surface with a pen.
Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.
Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.
Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.
Do not bend the CD or DVD.
Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.
2 - 8 The Optical (CD/DVD) Device
Using The Computer
DVD Regional Codes
2
DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS-dependent. You can select
your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module
in another computer.
Figure 2 - 5
DVD Regional Codes
(Windows XP)
The Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 9
Using The Computer
Changing DVD Regional Codes
2
Go to the Control Panel in WindowsXP and double-click System > Hardware (tab), click Device Manager, then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM
drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties
menu, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control panel as seen
in “DVD Regional Codes (Windows XP)” on page 2 - 9.
Table 2 - 3
DVD Regional Coding
DVD Regional Coding
Region
Geographical Location
1
USA, Canada
2
Western Europe, Japan, South Africa, Middle East & Egypt
3
South-East Asia, Taiwan, South Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia, Hong
Kong
4
South & Central America, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand
5
N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe, India & Most of Africa
6
China
2 - 10 The Optical (CD/DVD) Device
Using The Computer
PC Card Slot
2
The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for one type II PC
Card. Make sure you install the driver for the PC Card/Card Reader (see “PCMCIA & Card Reader (WinXP)” on page 4 - 9).
Inserting and Removing PC Cards
• Align the PC Card with the slot and push it in until it locks into place.
• To remove a PC Card, simply press the eject button 1 next to the slot.
Figure 2 - 6
PC Card Slot
1
PC Card Slot 2 - 11
Using The Computer
4-in-1 Card Reader
2
The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push
the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device.
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•
•
•
MMC (MultiMedia Card)
SD (Secure Digital)
MS (Memory Stick)
MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro)
Card Reader Cover
Figure 2 - 7
Removable Disks
Make sure you keep the
cover in the card reader
when not is use. This will
help prevent foreign objects
and/or dust getting in to the
card reader.
The cards will appear as removable disks on the computer and can be accessed
in the same way as your hard disk(s). Make sure you install the driver for the
PC Card/Card Reader (see “PCMCIA & Card Reader (WinXP)” on page 4 9).
2 - 12 4-in-1 Card Reader
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Ap-Key Buttons
These buttons access the Internet and e-mail, and toggle the WLAN/Bluetooth
module power ON/OFF with one quick button press. Make sure you install the
Ap-Key driver (see “Ap-Key (WinXP)” on page 4 - 9).
Ap-Key Buttons
Function
Activate the default Internet browser
My Computer
Hot-Key
The Hot-Key
at the
bottom left of the keyboard gives you quick
one button access to
the My Computer folder on your computer.
Activate the default e-mail program
Toggle the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth module power ON/OFF
Table 2 - 4
Ap-Key Buttons
Wireless Module Power Ap-Key Button
You can use this button to toggle the power ON/OFF for the optional Intel
PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) OR 2195ABG (802.11a/b/g) Mini PCI
WLAN Module, and the optional Bluetooth module (see “WLAN/Bluetooth
Toggle Power Order” on page 7 - 2). To enable the modules you will need to
install the drivers/software for them (see “Intel WLAN Driver Installation”
on page 7 - 4 & “Bluetooth Driver Installation” on page 7 - 5). Make sure
the wireless modules are OFF when you are using the computer aboard
aircraft (see sidebar).
Ap-Key Buttons 2 - 13
2
Using The Computer
2
Other Keyboards
If your keyboard is
damaged or you just
want to make a
change, you can use
any standard USB keyboard. The system will
detect and enable it
automatically. However special functions/hot
keys unique to the system’s regular keyboard
may not work.
Function Keys and Numeric Keypad
Function Keys
On the bottom-left of the keyboard is the Fn key or Function key. The Fn key
allows you to change operational features instantly. To use the functions press
and hold the Fn key, then press the appropriate function key (F5 - F12 etc.)
located on your keyboard.
Keys
Description
Fn
Function Key
Fn + Esc
Sleep/Resume Toggle
Fn + F5
Mute Toggle
Fn + F6
Display Toggle (see “Display Devices & Display Modes” on page 3 - 8)
Fn + F7
Toggle SRS WOW Surround Sound ON/OFF
Fn + F8
Toggle Power to the PC Camera Module
Fn + F9
Decrease LCD Brightness
Table 2 - 5
Fn + F10
Increase LCD Brightness
Function Keys
Fn + F11
Decrease Audio Volume
Fn + F12
Increase Audio Volume
Fn + Scr
Scroll Lock Toggle
2 - 14 Function Keys and Numeric Keypad
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Numeric Keypad
The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input.
The numeric keys are highlighted by a yellow typeface.
Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the Num Lock key at the top
right of the keyboard. You may check if Number Lock is activated or not by
looking at the LED status indicators (see “LED Indicators” on page 2 - 2).
Activate Scroll Lock by pressing and holding the Fn key, and then press the
Scr Lk key at the top right of the keyboard.
Function Keys
Numeric Keypad
Fn Key
My Computer Key
Num Lock &
Scr Lk Keys
Special Characters
Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used
with Alt to produce
special
characters.
These special characters can only be produced by using the
numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in
the upper row of the
keyboard) will not
work. Make sure that
Num Lock is on.
Figure 2 - 8
Keyboard
Function Keys and Numeric Keypad 2 - 15
2
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2
Mouse Driver
If you are using an external mouse your operating system may be
able to auto-configure
your mouse during its
installation or only enable its basic functions.
Be sure to check the
device’s user documentation for details.
TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse
The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a
mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports. The TouchPad buttons
function in much the same way as a two-button mouse. The central button may
be configured to function as you require.
Install the TouchPad driver (see page 4 - 9) and configure the functions by
double-clicking the TouchPad driver icon
on the taskbar, or by from the
Mouse control panel in Windows (Start menu and point to Settings and click
Control Panel, then double-click the Mouse icon). In Windows XP the
Mouse control panel is in the Printers and Other Hardware Category.
Figure 2 - 9
Mouse Properties
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Audio Features
You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and
Audio Devices
Windows control panel, or from the Sound Effect Manager icon in the taskbar/control panel (this will bring up the Realtek Audio
Configuration menus). The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn
+ F11/F10 key combination. The audio system features SRS WOW Surround
Sound
Technology inside (SRS/ TruSurround/ TruBass / Focus Enhancement) and can be toggled ON/OFF using the Fn + F7 key combination.
Sound Volume
Adjustment
How high the sound
volume can be set depends on the setting of
the volume control
within Windows. Click
the Volume icon on the
taskbar to check the
setting.
TruBass Software Support
SRS WOW Surround Sound
Technology provides TruBass
hardware support. Turn off this
function in any software applications which provide TruBass
support. In Windows Media
Player this item is in the View >
Enhancements > SRS WOW
Effects menu. The SRS WOW
Effects should be turned off
(see left).
Figure 2 - 10
Realtek Audio
Configuration
Menus
Audio Features 2 - 17
2
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2
Parallel Printer
After setting up the
printer attach the parallel cable to the printer.
Connect the printer’s
parallel cable to the
Parallel port.
Turn ON the printer,
then the computer.
Windows will identify
the printer and either
load one of its own
drivers or ask you to
supply one. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
Adding a Printer
The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions
will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer
manual for specific instructions and configuration options.
USB Printer
Most new printers have a USB interface connection. You may use any one of
the ports to connect the printer.
Install Instructions:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper tray, toner/
ink cartridge etc.).
Turn ON the computer.
Turn ON the printer.
Connect the printer’s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer.
Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Parallel Printer
This is still a very common type of printer. The install instructions are in the
sidebar.
2 - 18 Adding a Printer
Advanced Controls
Chapter 3: Advanced Controls
Overview
This chapter covers:
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Advanced Video Controls
NVIDIA Display Properties
Display Devices & Display Modes
Attaching Other Displays
Power Management Features
The Power Sources
Power Schemes
System Power Options
Configuring the Power Button
Battery Information
Drivers
You are unable to use
most advanced controls until the necessary
drivers
and
utilities are properly installed. If your system
hasn’t been properly
configured (your service
representative
may have already
done that for you), refer to “Installation
Procedure”
on
page 4 - 6 for installation instructions.
Overview 3 - 1
3
Advanced Controls
3
Protecting the LCD
Do not allow any foreign objects (i.e. paper
or plastic) to get between the lid/LCD and
the work panel. They
could
damage
or
scratch the LCD and/or
accidentally activate
the close cover switch.
Advanced Video Controls
This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, and switching display
devices. You can switch display devices with the Fn + Display (F6) toggle.
Opening the LCD
As you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight on, without
any glare. If necessary, adjust the brightness controls (Fn + F9/F10).
F6
Figure 3 - 1
Brightness
Controls
Fn
3 - 2 Advanced Video Controls
F9 F10
Advanced Controls
NVIDIA Display Properties
The video interface lets you change the screen resolution and color output to
whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you. This is a matter of hardware,
video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface
shows the available options.
More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Display Properties control panel tab.
NVIDIA Taskbar Icon
Click the NVIDIA icon
in the taskbar to bring up
a menu (see Figure 3 4 on page 3 - 6) which
allows you to quickly
make any video adjustments required.
To access Display Properties in Windows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or click Control
Panel).
Double-click Display (icon) - In the Appearances and Themes category.
Click Settings (tab) in the Display Properties dialog box.
Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen area/resolution 1
(Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - 4).
Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors/Color quality
2 (Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - 4).
Click Advanced (button) 3 (Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - 4) to bring up the
Advanced properties tabs.
Click GeForce Go 6600 (tab).
Click Additional Properties (button) for further video options.
If you cannot see the tray
icon
, go to the GeForce Go 6600 control
panel tab and select the
Tools item from the Additional Properties menu.
Click the tickbox Enable
taskbar icon, then click
Apply.
NVIDIA Display Properties 3 - 3
3
Advanced Controls
3
Desktop Access to
GeForce Go 6600
Control Panel
Windows Display Properties
Clicking through the tabs allows you to make any video adjustments you require.
To access the GeForce Go 6600 control
panel from the desktop:
1. Right-click the desktop.
2. Point to NVIDIA Display and click Laptop Display.
1
Figure 3 - 2
Display Properties
3 - 4 NVIDIA Display Properties
2
3
Advanced Controls
Additional Properties
The items listed in the Additional Properties window allow you to configure
your display(s). If the items do not display you can either click the Additional
Properties button, or click the icon .
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Figure 3 - 3
Additional
Properties
Click pin icon to push pin in
to keep the menu open.
Some screen examples are shown on the following page.
NVIDIA Display Properties 3 - 5
Advanced Controls
You may make changes to the Display Settings, Color Correction, Video
Overlay, Resolutions, Refresh Rates and Screen Rotation etc. by clicking the
appropriate tab and adjusting the setting.
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Figure 3 - 4
Screen Examples
3 - 6 NVIDIA Display Properties
Right-click on a
control panel item to
bring up a Help
Help menu
(see sidebar).
Advanced Controls
NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager
The nView Desktop Manager allows quick access to control panels for video
features. The Control panel may be accessed as follows.
1.
2.
3.
Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or click Control
Panel).
Double-click NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager (icon) - Click "Switch to
Classic View" from the left of the menu if you are in Category View.
Click the Enable button.
Click the Enable button
to display the
Desktop Management
options menu.
nView Desktop
Manger from
Additional Properties
You can view the
nView Desktop Manager control panels
from the Additional
Properties window.
Click Additional Properties from the GeForce Go 6600 control
panel. Click the Desktop Management item
and click the Enable
button to display the
options.
Figure 3 - 5
The Display Wizard
helps you to quickly
configure any
attached displays.
Desktop Manager
NVIDIA Display Properties 3 - 7
3
Advanced Controls
3
Display Wizard
Use the Display Wizard in the Desktop
Management window
to quickly setup and
configure any attached
displays (see Figure 3
- 5 on page 3 - 7).
Display Devices & Display Modes
Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external monitor/flat panel display or TV as your display device. The display devices and options are as follows:
1.
2.
3.
The notebook’s built-in LCD.
An external monitor connected to the external monitor port.
A TV connected to the S-Video-Out Port.
Single Display
Only one of your displays is used.
Cyberlink Power
DVD
Do not switch display
modes (e.g. from Dualview to Clone etc.)
when playing DVDs in
the Cyberlink Power
DVD 6 program. Set
the display mode before launching the program.
Clone Mode
Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on
the other display(s). This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content and each display device can be configured independently.
Dualview Mode
Dualview Mode treats both connected displays as separate devices, and they
act as a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace. When Dualview is enabled, you can drag any icons or windows across to the other display desktop.
It is therefore possible to have one program visible in one of the displays, and
a different program visible in the other display.
3 - 8 Display Devices & Display Modes
Advanced Controls
Attaching Other Displays
Connect an external display to the appropriate port and configure it as follows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port (or TV to the SVideo-Out port), and turn it on.
Click Additional Properties in the GeForce Go 6600 Properties control
panel tab (see “Additional Properties” on page 3 - 5).
Select nView Display Settings.
Select the display mode from the nView Display Mode drop box.
Select Apply.
Click Yes to confirm the settings.
Function Key
Combination
You can use the Fn +
F6 key combination to
toggle through the display options:
• Notebook Only
• External Display
Only
• Notebook + External
Display
Make sure you give the
displays enough time
to refresh.
Figure 3 - 6
nView Display
Settings
Attaching Other Displays 3 - 9
3
Advanced Controls
7.
3
nView Display Mode
Options
8.
Select the display option from the Primary Display/ Secondary Display
dropbox. If you have a TV and external monitor/flat panel display attached
you will have a number of available options (see sidebar).
Select and Apply the appropriate option.
The display options
listed under the Primary display: / Secondary
display: drop boxes will
differ according to the
displays attached, and
the Display Mode chosen.
Figure 3 - 7
Primary/Secondary
Display Dropbox &
Device Settings
9.
Click the monitor icon to select it, then click the Device Settings button to
make any adjustments for the selected display (including Screen
Resolutions & Refresh Rates).
10. Click Apply to confirm any setting changes.
3 - 10 Attaching Other Displays
Advanced Controls
Enabling TV Display
To display desktop images on a TV, connect the TV to your computer by using
an S-Video cable from the TV to computer’s S-Video-Out port.
TV Wizard
Enable the TV display from the nView Display Settings tab (see “Attaching
Other Displays” on page 3 - 9). The TV will appear as a display option (select
the display option from the Primary Display/ Secondary Display dropbox)
when attached to the S-Video-Out port. Click to Apply the setting.
Use the TV Wizard in
the Device Settings
menu
window
to
quickly setup and configure any attached
TV.
Dualview
In Dualview mode the
TV will be the secondary display.
Figure 3 - 8
TV Settings
one Mode
Click the Detect Displays button to get a full range of options on the Device
Settings menu. Click the TV icon, then click the Device Settings button.
Attaching Other Displays 3 - 11
3
Advanced Controls
3
Set the TV format from the Select TV Format menu. The Advanced option
at the bottom of the Select TV Format menu allows you to select TV format
by country if you are unsure of your TV format.
Figure 3 - 9
TV Settings and
Adjustments
Device Adjustments (Device Settings menu) allows you to make changes to
the TV output.
3 - 12 Attaching Other Displays
Advanced Controls
Power Management Features
To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer uses the
ACPI power management system. Power management conserves power by
controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and hard disk
drive) or the whole system.
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
The ACPI interface provides the computer with enhanced power saving techniques and gives the operating system (OS) direct control over the power and
thermal states of devices and processors. For example, it enables the OS to set
devices into low-power states based on user settings and information from applications. ACPI is fully supported in Windows XP.
Shutdown
Note that you should
always shut your computer down by choosing the Turn Off
Computer command
from the Start menu in
Windows. This will
help prevent hard disk
or system problems.
Forced Off
If the system “hangs”,
and the Ctrl + Alt + Del
key
combination
doesn’t work, press the
power button for 4 seconds, or longer, to
force the system to
turn itself off.
Power Management Features 3 - 13
3
Advanced Controls
Power Options
When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Standby/Hibernate/Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds
(pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down). Use Power Options in the Windows control panel to configure
this feature.
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Figure 3 - 10
Power Options
Control Panel
3 - 14 Power Options
1.
2.
Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or click Control
Panel).
Double-click Power Options (icon) - In the Performance and
Maintenance category.
Advanced Controls
The Power Sources
The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack.
Power Button as
Standby or Hibernate
Button
AC Adapter
Use only the AC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of
AC adapter will damage the computer and its components.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Attach the AC adapter to the DC-in jack on the right of the computer.
Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then connect the AC power cord
to the AC adapter.
Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.
Press the power button to turn “On”.
Battery
The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or
when an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the
applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let
the battery discharge completely before recharging (see “How do I completely discharge the battery?” on page 3 - 24).
If you are using a fully
ACPI-compliant OS,
(such as Windows XP)
you can use the OS’s
“Power Options” control panel to set the
power button to send
the system into Standby or Hibernate mode
(see your OS’s documentation, or “Configuring
the
Power
Button” on page 3 20 for details).
We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on
the battery, please refer to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 21.
The Power Sources 3 - 15
3
Advanced Controls
3
Resuming Operation
The system can resume from Monitor or
Hard Disk Standby by
pressing a key on the
keyboard.
Figure 3 - 11
Power Schemes
3 - 16 Power Schemes
Power Schemes
You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components
by means of Power Schemes. You can also adjust the settings for each
scheme to set the monitor to turn off after a specified time, and the computer's
hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a
specified period of time (if the system reads or writes data, the hard disk motor
will be turned back on). The schemes may also be set to set a specified time
for the system to enter Standby or Hibernate modes (see “System Power Options” on page 3 - 18).
Advanced Controls
Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of
your machine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are
experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power).
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Choose the Home/Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the
computer is powered from an AC power source. Choose the Max Battery
scheme (bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save power) for maximum power saving
when the computer is battery (DC power) powered. Windows will use Portable/Laptop as the default scheme.
Windows will use Portable/Laptop as the default scheme.
Power Schemes 3 - 17
Advanced Controls
System Power Options
3
You can use the system power options to stop the computer’s operation and
restart where you left off. This system features Standby and Hibernate sleep
mode levels (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option
in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 3 - 12 on
page 3 - 19).
Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown
Hibernate mode and Shutdown are the same in that the system is off and you
need to press the power button to turn it on. Their main difference is:
When you come back from hibernation, you can return to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and
file(s) you last used.
You can use either method depending on your needs.
Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode
If you want to stay away from your work for just a while, you can put the system on standby instead of in hibernation. It takes a longer time to wake up the
system from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode.
3 - 18 System Power Options
Advanced Controls
Standby
Standby saves the least amount of power, but takes the shortest time to return
to full operation. During Standby the hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is
made to idle at its slowest speed. All open applications are retained in memory. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time, which
you specify in the operating system, it will enter Standby mode to save power.
System Resume
The system can resume
from Standby mode by:
• Pressing
button
Hibernate
Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the
HDD before it turns the system off. Although it saves the most power it takes
the longest time to return to full operation. You can set your computer to automatically enter Hibernate mode when the battery power is almost depleted.
You will need to enable Hibernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power
Options control panel. The system will resume from Hibernate mode by
pressing the power button.
the
power
• An alarm resume that
is enabled and expires
• An
incoming
call
received
on
the
modem (if enabled)
• Network card activity
(if enabled)
Figure 3 - 12
Enable Hibernation
System Power Options 3 - 19
3
Advanced Controls
Configuring the Power Button
The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hibernate mode (Figure 3 - 13). In Standby mode, the LED
will flash
green. In Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving
mode set to save power through individual components (e.g. hard disk, monitor), the LED will remain green.
3
Figure 3 - 13
Power Options
(Advanced - Power
Buttons)
Power Button
Lid
Sleep/Resume (Sleep) Button
Sleep Button
You may also configure the Sleep/Resume key combination (Fn + Esc) from the
menu illustrated in Figure 3 - 13. In Windows this is referred to as the Sleep button.
3 - 20 Configuring the Power Button
Advanced Controls
Battery Information
Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.
New Battery
Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery
FAQ” on page 3 - 24 for instructions on how to do this).
Battery Life
Your computer’s battery life is dependent upon many factors, including the
programs you are running, and peripheral devices attached. Power Options
(you may set low battery Alarms and actions, and check the Power Meter
from the Power Options control panel), and settings in the OS will help prolong the battery life if configured appropriately.
Low Battery
Warning
When the battery is
critically low, immediately connect the AC
adapter to the computer or save your work,
otherwise, the unsaved data will be lost
when the power is depleted.
Figure 3 - 14
Power Options
(Alarm & Power
Meter)
Battery Information 3 - 21
3
Advanced Controls
3
Conserving Battery
Power
To conserve battery power:
Lower the brightness level of the LCD display. The
system will decrease LCD
brightness slightly to save
power when it is not powered by the AC adapter.
Close modem or communication
applications
when they are not being
used.
Remove any unused PC
Cards from the computer
(PC Cards quickly use up
battery power even if the
system
enters
sleep
mode).
Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize
the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the
battery at least once every 30 days.
We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to
remove the battery for any reason see “Removing the Battery” on page 6 - 3.
Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter
The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC adapter is attached and
plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on, and in use, it
will take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is
turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less. (Refer to “LED Power & Communication Indicators” on page 2 - 3 for information on the battery charge status, and to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 21
for more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery
pack.)
Disconnect any unnecessary external devices.
3 - 22 Battery Information
Advanced Controls
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack
• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances
• DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode
• DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other
Damaged Battery Warning
Should you notice any physical defects (e.g. the battery is bent out of shape after
being dropped), or any unusual smells emanating from the notebook battery, shut
your computer down immediately and contact your service center. If the battery has
been dropped we do not recommend using it any further, as even if the computer
continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage,
which may possibly result in fire. It is recommended that you replace your computer
battery every two years.
Battery Information 3 - 23
3
Advanced Controls
3
Caution
Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the
same or equivalent
type recommended by
the manufacturer. Discard used battery according
to
the
manufacturer’s
instructions.
Battery FAQ
How do I completely discharge the battery?
Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery.
Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that indicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own. Disable the Power Options functions
in the Control Panel, especially any Alarms (unclick the tickboxes - see 3 21) and Schemes (change all the settings to Never - see page 3 - 16). As the
battery nears the end of its life save and close any critical files.
How do I fully charge the battery?
When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light
changes from orange to green.
How do I maintain the battery?
Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges.
3 - 24 Battery Information
Drivers & Utilities
Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities
Overview
What to Install
This chapter deals with installing the drivers and
utilities essential to the operation or improvement
of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system
takes advantage of some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available
operating systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities. Thus, some of the system components won’t
be auto-configured with an appropriate driver or
utility during operating system installation. Instead,
you need to manually install some system-required
drivers and utilities. This chapter covers driver and
utility installation instructions for Windows XP
(Professional & Home).
The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper operation of the computer. Additional CD-ROMs are provided with any optional
modules included in your purchase (see below).
Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 6 lists what you need to install manually according to your choice of the operating system. It is very important that the drivers
are installed in the order indicated in the table.
Module Driver Installation
The procedures for installing drivers for the optional Wireless LAN, Bluetooth and PC Camera
modules are provided in “Wireless & PC Camera
Modules” on page 7 - 1. Make sure that the drivers
are installed in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on
page 4 - 6.
Overview 4 - 1
4
Drivers & Utilities
Navigate (Browse..) to D:
4
You will notice that many of the instructions for driver
installation require you to “Navigate (Browse) to D:”.
We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities
from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to “Drive
D:”. In addition, all file extensions can be seen
In this case “D:” is the drive specified for your CD device. Not all computers are setup the same way, and
some computers have the CD listed under a different
drive letter - e.g. if you have two hard drives (or hard
disk partitions) one may be designated as “Drive C:”
and the other as “Drive D:”. In this case the CD device
may be designated as “Drive E:” - Please make sure
you are actually navigating to the correct drive letter
for the CD device.
When you click the Browse (button) after clicking
Run in the Start menu you will see the “Look in:” dialog box at the top of the Browse window. Click the
scroll button to navigate to My Computer to display
the devices and drive letters.
Figure 4 - 1 - Navigate (Browse..) to..
4 - 2 What to Install
Drivers & Utilities
Authorized Driver Message
If you receive a message telling you that the driver
you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signature Not Found), just click Continue Anyway to
ignore the message and continue the installation
procedure.
You will receive this message in cases where the
driver has been released after the version of Windows you are currently using. All the drivers provided will have already received certification for
Windows.
Version Conflict Message
During driver installation if you encounter any “file
version conflict” message, please click Yes to
choose to keep the existing (newer) version.
Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers
If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it
may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.
To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows
OS and double-click the Add/Remove Programs
item. If you see the individual driver listed (if not
see below), uninstall it, following the on screen
prompts (it may be necessary to restart the computer). Go to the appropriate section of the manual to
complete the update/reinstall procedure for the
driver in question.
If the driver is not listed in the Add/Remove Programs item:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click
Control Panel (or click Start > Control Panel).
Double-click System (icon); System (icon) is in
Performance and Maintenance (category).
Click Hardware (tab) > Device Manager
(button).
Double-click the device you wish to update/
reinstall the driver for (click “+” to see sub-items).
Look for the Update Driver button (check the
Driver tab) and follow the on screen prompts.
What to Install 4 - 3
4
Drivers & Utilities
Driver Installation
4
Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM and the Notebook Driver Installation application will run automatically. If you want
to install the driver manually see “Manual Driver
Installation” on page 4 - 5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Check the driver installation order from Table 4 1, on page 4 - 6 (the drivers must be installed
in this order) which is the same as that listed in
the driver installation screen menu.
Double-click to select the name of the driver you
wish to install.
Wait for the driver to start installing.
The computer may need to restart (check the
instructions in this chapter).
Make a note of the drivers you have installed.
To get back to the Driver Installation screen after
a restart click Start (menu) > Run... and
navigate (Browse..) to D:\drsetup5p.exe and
click OK.
OR
Double-click the My Computer icon, and then
double-click the CD icon.
4 - 4 Driver Installation
Figure 4 - 2
Notebook Driver Installation Screen
Drivers & Utilities
Manual Driver Installation
Service Packs
If you wish to install the drivers manually, click the
Exit button to quit the Notebook Driver Installation application, then follow the manual installation procedure for each driver. The manual
installation procedure begins with instructions on
how to browse to the executable file; “Click Start
(menu) > Run..”.
Make sure you have installed the appropriate Service Pack before installing all the drivers.
New Hardware Found
If you see the message “New Hardware Found”
(Found New Hardware Wizard) during the installation procedure (other than when outlined in
the driver install procedure), click Cancel to
close the window, and follow the installation procedure.
Service Pack Installed
To see which Service Pack is currently installed on
your computer go to the General tab of the System
control panel. Right-click the My Computer icon on
the desktop or in the Start menu and select Properties. The Service Pack currently installed on your system will be listed under the “System:” heading. (If no
Service Pack information is listed, then no Service
Pack is installed.)
Windows XP Service Pack 2
Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
(or a Windows XP version which includes Service
Pack 2) before installing any drivers. Service Pack
2 includes support for USB 2.0.
Driver Installation 4 - 5
4
Drivers & Utilities
Installation Procedure
This section covers driver and utility installation instructions for Windows XP (Professional & Home).
4
Windows XP Driver (SP2)
Page #
Chipset
4-6
Audio
4-7
Modem
4-7
Network (LAN)
4-8
Video
4-8
Ap-Key Buttons
4-9
TouchPad
4-9
PC Card (PCMCIA) & Card Reader
4-9
Wireless LAN
7-4
Bluetooth
7-5
PC Camera
7-7
AutoMail Checker
4 - 10
Table 4 - 1 - Driver Installation Order
4 - 6 Installation Procedure
Chipset (WinXP)
1. Double-click Chipset from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\00Chipset\Setup.exe and click OK.
2. Click Next > Yes > Next.
3. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Drivers & Utilities
Audio (WinXP)
1. Double-click Audio from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\
01AUDIO\Setup.exe and click OK.
2. Click Next (click Cancel if The Found New
Hardware Wizard appears).
3. Click Finish to restart the computer.
4. When the computer restarts click Cancel if
the The Found New Hardware Wizard
appears.
5. Click Yes to restart the computer (click Cancel if The Found New Hardware Wizard
appears after the restart).
Modem (WinXP)
1. Double-click Modem from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\
02Modem\SSETUP.EXE and click OK.
2. Click OK.
3. The modem is ready for dial-up configuration.
Modem Country Selection
Be sure to check if the modem country selection is appropriate for you (Control Panel > Phone and Modem Options).
Installation Procedure 4 - 7
4
Drivers & Utilities
4
LAN (WinXP)
1. Double-click Lan from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\
03LAN\SetupYukonWin.exe and click
OK.
2. Click Next.
3. Click the button to accept the license and
click Next.
4. Click Next > Install > Finish.
5. The network settings can now be configured.
4 - 8 Installation Procedure
Video (WinXP)
1. Double-click VGA from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\04Vga\setup.exe
and click OK.
2. To continue click Next (click Continue
Anyway/Yes if asked if you want to continue at any time).
3. Click Finish to restart the computer.
4. You can then configure the initial setting
from the NVIDIA Display Setup Wizard.
5. See “NVIDIA Display Properties” on
page 3 - 3 for details on adjusting the video
settings.
Drivers & Utilities
Ap-Key (WinXP)
1. Double-click Ap-key from the Driver Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\
05Ap-key\Setup.exe and click OK.
2. Choose the language you prefer, and click
OK.
3. Click Next.
4. Click Finish to restart your computer.
TouchPad (WinXP)
1. Double-click TouchPad from the Driver
Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse...) to D:\Drivers\
06Touchpad\Setup.exe and click OK.
2. Click Next > Next > Next.
3. Click Finish to restart your computer.
4. See page 2 - 16 for configuration details.
PCMCIA & Card Reader (WinXP)
1. Double-click PCMCIA_CardReader from
the Driver Installation menu.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers
\07Pcmcia\setup.exe and click OK.
2. Click Next > Yes.
3. Click Finish.
Wireless LAN (WinXP)
See install procedure in “Intel WLAN Driver Installation” on page 7 - 4.
Bluetooth (WinXP)
See install procedure in “Bluetooth Driver Installation” on page 7 - 5.
Installation Procedure 4 - 9
4
Drivers & Utilities
PC Camera (WinXP)
See install procedure in “PC Camera Driver Installation” on page 7 - 7.
4
Latest PC Camera Driver Information
Check the PC Camera CD, and any accompanying
insert pages, for the latest updated information on
the PC Camera driver, which may override the information provided here.
4 - 10 Installation Procedure
AutoMail Checker (WinXP)
1. Run the Notebook Driver Installation application and double-click AutoMail.
OR
Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\
11Automail\SETUP.EXE and click OK.
2. To continue click Next > Next > Finish.
3. Run the program from the Auto Mail
Checker in the Start menu (Start > Programs/All Programs > Auto Mail
Checker).
4. Click the icon
in the taskbar to input the
e-mail account details.
5. For further details see “Auto Mail Checker”
on page 2 - 4.
BIOS Utilities
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities
Overview
This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software:
Diagnostics: The POST (Power-On Self Test)
Configuration: The Setup utility
If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes
to the system (e.g. hard disk setup), then you should review this chapter first
and note the original settings found in Setup. Even if you are a beginner, keep
a record of the settings you find and any changes you make. This information
could be useful if your system ever needs servicing.
BIOS Settings
Warning
Incorrect settings can
cause your system to
malfunction. To correct
mistakes, return to
Setup and restore the
Setup Defaults with
<F9>.
There is one general rule: Don’t make any changes unless you are sure of what
you are doing. Many of the settings are required by the system, and changing
them could cause it to become unstable or worse. If you have any doubts, consult your service representative.
Overview 5 - 1
5
BIOS Utilities
POST Screen
5
1.BIOS information
2.CPU type
3.Memory status
4.Enter Setup prompt
appears only during
POST
Note:
The
POST
screen as pictured is
for guideline purposes
only.
The
POST
screen on your computer may appear
slightly different.
Figure 5 - 1
POST Screen
The Power-On Self Test (POST)
Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory).
As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong.
If there is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a
system summary and prompt you to run Setup.
If there are no problems, the Setup prompt will disappear and the system will
load the operating system. Once that starts, you can’t get into Setup without
rebooting.
Boot Time Diagnostic
Screen
If you have disabled the
Boot Time Diagnostic
Screen, then the POST
screen will not appear.
You can still press F2 to
enter Setup (see page 5 9).
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Phoenix NoteBIOS 4.0 Release 6.1
Copyright 1985-2003 Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
All Rights Reserved
BIOS Revision: 1.00.D04 - (03/10)
KBC/EC Firmware Revision: 1.00.D01 (02/22)
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CPU = Intel(R) Pentium(R) M processor 2.10GHz
511M System RAM Passed
2048K Cache SRAM Passed
System BIOS shadowed
Video BIOS shadowed
Fixed Disk 0: FUJITSU MHT2020AT
ATAPI CD-ROM: SAMSUNG CD-ROM SN-124
USB: Y-E DATA USB-FDU
Mouse intialized
3
Press <F2> to enter SETUP
5 - 2 The Power-On Self Test (POST)
4
BIOS Utilities
Failing the POST
Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and
“non-fatal”.
Fatal Errors
These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously
wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or
authorized service center as soon as possible.
Non-Fatal Errors
This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get a message identifying
the problem (make a note of this message!) followed by the prompt:
• Press <F1> to resume
• <F2> to enter Setup
Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without the correct configuration.
Press F2 to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem. If you still
get an error message after you change the setting, or if the “cure” seems even
worse, call for help.
The Power-On Self Test (POST) 5 - 3
5
BIOS Utilities
The Setup Program
The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration).
Entering Setup
5
To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The
prompt (Press F2 to Enter Setup) seen in Figure 5 - 1 on page 5 - 2 is usually
present for a few seconds after you turn on the system. If you get a “Keyboard
Error”, (usually because you pressed F2 too quickly) just press F2 again.
If the computer is already on, reboot using the Ctrl + Alt + Delete combination and then hold down F2 when prompted. The Setup main menu will appear.
5 - 4 The Setup Program
BIOS Utilities
Setup Screens
The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup.
Setup Menus
Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five (5) menu headings. When
you select a heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed
on each screen to make changes to Setup.
Instructions on how to navigate each screen are in the box along the bottom of
the screen. If these tools are confusing, press F1 to call up a General Help
screen, then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page.
The Item Specific Help on the right side of each screen explains the highlighted item and has useful messages about its options.
The setup menus
shown in this section
are for reference only.
Your
computer’s
menus will indicate the
configuration appropriate for your model and
options (and are subject to update without
prior notice).
If you see an arrow next to an item, press Enter to go to a sub-menu on that
subject. The sub-menu screen that appears has a similar layout, but the Enter
key may execute a command.
The Setup Program 5 - 5
5
BIOS Utilities
Main Menu
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Figure 5 - 2
Main Menu
Main
Main
Advanced
Security
Boot
Exit
Item Specific Help
System Time:
13
[22:11:05]
[09/22/2004]
System Date:
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IDE Channel 0 Master
IDE Channel 0 Slave
<Tab>, <Shift Tab>, or
<Enter> selects field.
[20004MB]
[CD-ROM]
System Memory:
Extended Memory:
640 KB
522240 KB
VGA BIOS Revision
5.43.02.63.AB (nVIDIA)
F1
Esc
Help
Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
-/+
Enter
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
System Time & Date
The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If
you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will
also change these settings. Some applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes.
5 - 6 Main Menu
BIOS Utilities
IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave
Pressing Enter here opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of either a
CD/DVD type Device or HDD on the computer’s IDE Channel 0. Use the
Auto (Type:) setting to have the items configured automatically for you.
System/Extended Memory:
This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable. The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed.
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Main Menu 5 - 7
BIOS Utilities
Advanced Menu
Figure 5 - 3
Advanced Menu
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced
Advanced
Main
Security
Boot
Exit
Item Specific Help
Advanced Chipset Control
5
Select options for
Advanced Chipset
features.
National 383 SIO Control Sub-Menu
Legacy USB Support:
[Enabled]
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen:
Reset Configuration Data:
Power on Boot Beep
[Enabled]
[No]
[Disabled]
F1
Esc
Help
Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
-/+
Enter
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)
Pressing Enter here will provide valuable information on your system. It includes some data on Advanced Chipset Control features.
5 - 8 Advanced Menu
BIOS Utilities
National 383 SIO Control Sub-Menu (Advanced Menu)
Pressing Enter here will provide a sub-menu that controls the configuration
of various National 383 SIO devices.
Legacy USB Support (Advanced Menu)
Use this menu item to enable/disable the support for Legacy Universal Serial
Bus.
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Boot-time Diagnostic Screen (Advanced Menu)
Use this menu item to enable/disable the display on the boot-time Diagnostic
Screen.
Reset Configuration Data (Advanced Menu)
This item is set to No as default. You can change the setting to Yes if you have
installed a new add-on which has reconfigured the system, resulting in such a
serious system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot.
Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)
Use this menu to enable/disable the single beep sound at the end of the POST.
This item is “Disabled” by default.
Advanced Menu 5 - 9
BIOS Utilities
Security Menu
Figure 5 - 4
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Security Menu
Main
Advanced
Security
Security
Boot
Exit
Item Specific Help
5
Supervisor Password Is:
Clear
Set Supervisor Password
Password on boot:
[E
Enter]
[Disabled]
Fixed disk boot sector:
[Normal]
F1
Esc
Help
Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
-/+
Enter
Supervisor Password
controls access to the
setup utility.
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)
You can set a password for access to the Setup utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Setup utility) unless you choose to set a
Password on Boot (see over).
5 - 10 Security Menu
BIOS Utilities
Password on boot: (Security Menu)
Specify whether or not a password (supervisor or user password) should be
entered to boot the computer. If “Enabled” is selected, only users who enter a
correct password can boot the system (see the warning in the sidebar). The
default setting is “Disabled”.
Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password,
then press Enter for the new password (without typing any password entry)
and Enter again to confirm the password clearance.
Fixed disk boot sector (Security Menu)
Enables you to write protect the boot sector of your hard disk to protect against
viruses.
Password Warning
If you set a boot password (Password on boot
is “Enabled“), NEVER
forget your password.
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The consequences of
this could be serious. If
you cannot remember
your boot password you
must contact your vendor and you may lose all
of the information on
your hard disk.
Security Menu 5 - 11
BIOS Utilities
Boot Menu
Figure 5 - 5
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Boot Menu
Main
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IDE 0/2 Channel
IDE channel 0 is for parallel hard disks, and IDE
channel 2 is for serial
hard disks.
Advanced
Security
Boot
Exit
Item Specific Help
Boot priority order:
1: IDE 0:
FUJITSU MHT2020AT-(PM)
2: IDE 1:
SAMSUNG CD-ROM SN-124-(PS
3: IDE 2:
4: USB FDC: Y-E DATA USB-FDU-(USB)
5: PCI LAN:
Excluded from boot order:
: USB HDD:
: USB CDROM:
: 1394 HDD:
: 1394 CD:
F1
Esc
Help
Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
-/+
Enter
Keys used to view or
configure devices:
Up and Down arrows
select a device.
<+> and <-> moves the
device up or down.
<f> and <r> specifies
the device fixed or
removable.
<x> exclude or include
the device to boot.
<Shift + 1> enables or
disables a device.
<1 - 4> Loads default
boot sequence.
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g. WindowsXP) from the devices listed in this menu, and in this priority order. If it
cannot find the operating system on that device, it will try to load it from the
next device in the order specified in the Boot priority order. Item specific
help on the right is available to help you move devices up and down the order.
5 - 12 Boot Menu
BIOS Utilities
Boot devices usually are hard drives, floppy drives, and CD-ROMs/DVDROMs and Networks (LANs).
When you specify a device as a boot device on the Boot Menu, it requires the
availability of an operating system on that device. Most home computers
come with an operating system already installed on “Drive C:”.
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If you wish to boot from a CD-ROM/DVD-ROM you will need to add it to the
boot order. As a general rule the order below is recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Removable Devices (usually floppy disks)
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive
Hard Drive
LAN
In everyday use you will usually boot from the hard drive, however there may
be occasions when it is advantageous to boot from a floppy disk or CD-ROM/
DVD-ROM.
Boot Menu 5 - 13
BIOS Utilities
Exit Menu
Figure 5 - 6
Exit Menu
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Main
Advanced
Security
Boot
Exit
Exit
Item Specific Help
Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes
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F1
Esc
Help
Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.
-/+
Enter
Change Values
Select Sub-Menu
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
Choosing to Discard Changes, or Exit Discarding Changes, will wipe out
any changes you have made to the Setup. You can also choose to restore the
original Setup defaults that will return the Setup to its original state, and erase
any previous changes you have made in a previous session.
5 - 14 Exit Menu
Upgrading The Computer
Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer
Overview
This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the
steps outlined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can contact your service representative for further help. Before you
begin you will need:
• A small crosshead or Phillips screwdriver
• A small regular slotted (flathead) screwdriver
• An antistatic wrist strap
Warranty Warning
Please check with your
service representative
before undertaking any
upgrade procedures to
find out if this will VOID
your warranty.
Before working with the internal components you will need to wear an antistatic wrist strap to ground yourself because static electricity may damage the
components.
The chapter includes:
•
•
•
•
Removing the Battery
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)
Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device
Please make sure that you review each procedure before you perform it.
Overview 6 - 1
6
Upgrading The Computer
Power Safety
Warning
6
Before you undertake
any upgrade procedures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and disconnected all peripherals
and cables (including
telephone lines). It is
advisable to also remove your battery in
order to prevent accidentally turning the
machine on.
When Not to Upgrade
These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes
replacing parts.
You should not perform any of these upgrades if:
•
•
•
•
Your system is still under warranty or a service contract
You don’t have all the necessary equipment
You’re not in the correct environment
You doubt your abilities
Under any of these conditions, contact your service representative to purchase
or replace the component(s).
Removal Warning
When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s) and screw(s) before turning the computer on.
6 - 2 Overview
Upgrading The Computer
Removing the Battery
If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety
reasons it is best to remove the battery.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Turn the computer off, and turn it over.
Locate the battery bay at point 1 .
Slide the battery lock 2 in the direction of the arrow (towards the unlock
symbol
), and hold it in place.
Slide the battery 3 out of the computer’s battery bay.
Warranty Warning
Please check with your
service representative
before undertaking any
upgrade procedures to
find out if this will VOID
your warranty.
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1
Figure 6 - 1
Battery Removal
2
3
Removing the Battery 6 - 3
Upgrading The Computer
HDD System
Warning
6
New HDD’s are blank.
Before you begin make
sure:
You have backed up any
data you want to keep
from your old HDD.
You have all the CDROMs and FDDs required to install your operating
system
and
programs.
If you have access to the
internet, download the latest application and hardware driver updates for
the operating system you
plan to install. Copy these
to a removable medium.
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" parallel (PATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page A 3). Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all
necessary drivers and utilities (as outlined in “Installation Procedure” on
page 4 - 6), when setting up a new hard disk.
1.
2.
3.
Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery.
Locate the hard disk bay cover and remove screws 1 - 7 .
Remove the bay cover 8 .
8
1
2
7
6
Figure 6 - 2
Hard Disk Cover
Removal
6 - 4 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
3
4
5
Upgrading The Computer
4.
5.
6.
7.
Slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow 9 .
Carefully lift the hard disk assembly 10 up out off the computer.
Remove screws 11 - 14 and separate the cover from the hard disk 15 .
Reverse the process to install a new hard disk (pay careful attention to the
orientation of the disk under the cover).
Figure 6 - 3
Hard Disk
Assembly
Removal
12
9
11
6
13
14
15
10
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 - 5
Upgrading The Computer
Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)
The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line
(SO-DIMM) - DDRII (DDR2) 400/533 MHz - type memory modules (see
“Memory” on page A - 2 for details). The total memory size is automatically
detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
1.
2.
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3.
Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery.
Locate the memory (RAM) bay cover, remove screws 1 - 5 , and remove
the bay cover.
Gently pull the two release latches ( 6 & 7 ) on the sides of the memory
socket in the direction indicated by the arrows in Figure 6 - 4.
Figure 6 - 4
RAM Cover
Removal &
Release Latches
6
3
4
2
5
1
7
6 - 6 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)
Upgrading The Computer
4.
The RAM module 8 (see Figure 6 - 5) will pop-up, and you can remove it.
Figure 6 - 5
RAM Modules
Released
8
8
6
5.
6.
Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.
Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors
firmly into the memory slot.
7. The module’s pin alignment will allow it to only fit one way. Make sure the
module is seated as far into the slot as it will go. DO NOT FORCE the
module; it should fit without much pressure.
8. Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the slot levers
click into place to secure the module.
9. Replace the memory socket cover and the 5 screws (see Figure 6 - 4).
10. Restart the computer to allow the BIOS will register the new memory
configuration as it starts up.
Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 7
Upgrading The Computer
Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery.
Remove the screw at point 1 .
Remove CD/DVD device screw cover 2 .
Apply pressure at point 3 to push the CD/DVD Device 4 out of the
computer.
Reverse the process to install the new device.
Figure 6 - 6
6
CD/DVD Device
Removal Procedure
1
2
4
6 - 8 Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device
3
Upgrading The Computer
Upgrading the Processor
If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with
a faster/new one you will need to contact your customer service representative. We recommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incorrectly you may damage the processor or mainboard.
Warranty
The CPU is not a user
serviceable
part.
Opening this compartment, or accessing the
CPU in any way, may
violate your warranty.
Unauthorized tampering with the HDD may
also violate your warranty.
Upgrading the Processor 6 - 9
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Upgrading The Computer
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6 - 10
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Chapter 7: Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Overview
This chapter contains the information on the optional Wireless LAN, optional Bluetooth and optional PC Camera modules which may come with your
computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please
contact your service representative.
The chapter includes information on the following:
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• Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) OR 2195ABG (802.11a/b/g)
Mini PCI WLAN Module (optional feature)
• The Bluetooth Module (optional feature)
• The PC Camera (optional feature)
Overview 7 - 1
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard
Aircraft
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The use of any portable electronic transmission
devices
aboard aircraft is usually prohibited. Make
sure the module(s) are
OFF if you are using
the computer aboard
aircraft. Check the
taskbar icons, and the
WLAN LED status indicator for the power status of the WLAN/
Bluetooth module(s).
Table 7 - 1
WLAN/Bluetooth
Toggle Power
Order
WLAN/Bluetooth Toggle Power Order
If you have either a WLAN OR Bluetooth module, press the
Button to power ON/OFF the single module.
Ap-Key
If you have both WLAN AND Bluetooth modules, press the
Ap-Key Button to toggle through the range of power options for both modules. If both
modules are OFF, then the following is the order the power is toggled to the
modules.
Press
Taskbar Icon(s)
Press Once
/
Press Four
Times
WLAN module only ON
Bluetooth module only ON
Press Twice
Press Three
Times
Function
/
Both WLAN & Bluetooth modules ON
Both WLAN & Bluetooth modules OFF
If you restart/turn off the computer, the power status of the module(s) will
remain the same as it was before the restart/shut down.
7 - 2 WLAN/Bluetooth Toggle Power Order
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Intel PRO/Wireless Mini PCI WLAN Module
Either an Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g) or 2915ABG (802.11a/
b/g) Mini-PCI WLAN module is supplied as a optional feature for the computer, depending on your purchase configuration. You will be provided with
the appropriate software CD for your module.
Before installing the Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG or 2915ABG Mini-PCI
WLAN driver, make sure that the Wireless LAN module is on (the
LED
will be green). Use the
Ap-Key Button (see “Ap-Key Buttons” on page 2
- 13) to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module (make sure you install the
drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 6).
To get help you can view the User Guide from the Intel PRO CD-ROM.
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard
Aircraft
The use of any portable
electronic transmission
devices aboard aircraft is
usually prohibited. Make
sure the module(s) are
OFF if you are using the
computer aboard aircraft.
Use the AP-Key button to
toggle power to the
WLAN
module,
and
check the status indicator
to see if the module is
powered on or not (see
Table 7 - 1, on page 7 2).
Figure 7 - 1
Installation
Screens
Intel PRO/Wireless Mini PCI WLAN Module 7 - 3
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Wireless & PC Camera Modules
User Guide
You can view the User
Guides by inserting the
Intel PROSet/ Wireless
CD-ROM and clicking
View User Guides (button) as per “Installation
Screens” on page 7 3.
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Intel WLAN Driver Installation
1. Make sure the module is powered on, then insert the Intel PROSet/
Wireless CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.
2. Click Install Software (button).
3. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > OK.
4. Click OK to complete the installation.
5. You can configure the settings by going to the Intel (R) PROSet
Wireless control panel (Start > Programs/All Programs > Intel
PROSet Wireless), or by clicking the taskbar icon
.
Figure 7 - 2
Intel PROSet/
Wireless
7 - 4 Intel PRO/Wireless Mini PCI WLAN Module
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Bluetooth Module
Before installing the Bluetooth driver, make sure that the optional Bluetooth
module is on. Use the
Ap-Key Button (see “Ap-Key Buttons” on page 2
- 13) to toggle power to the Bluetooth module. Make sure you install the
drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 6.
Bluetooth Driver Installation
1. Make sure the module is powered on, then insert the Bluetooth CDROM into the CD/DVD drive.
2. The program will run automatically.
3. Choose the language you prefer, and click OK.
4. Click Next > Yes > Next.
5. Click Finish to restart the computer.
6. Click OK when the Welcome to Bluetooth screen appears on restart.
7. You can configure the settings by going to the IVT Corporation
BlueSoleil - Main Window control panel (Start > Programs/All
Programs > IVT BlueSoleil), or by clicking the taskbar icon .
Wireless Device
Operation Aboard
Aircraft
The use of any portable
electronic transmission
devices aboard aircraft is
usually prohibited. Make
sure the module(s) are
OFF if you are using the
computer aboard aircraft.
Use the AP-Key button to
toggle power to the Bluetooth module, and check
the taskbar icon to see if
the module is powered on
or not (see Table 7 - 1, on
page 7 - 2).
View the BlueSoleil User Guides from the Help Menu (or press the F1 key)
in the IVT Corporation BlueSoleil - Main Window control panel. Click
BlueSoleil User Guides in the Contents tab, and click to select the appropriate User Guide from the panel on the right (see Figure 7 - 3 on page 7 - 6).
Bluetooth Module 7 - 5
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Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Figure 7 - 3
Bluetooth Control
Panel & User
Guides
7
7 - 6 Bluetooth Module
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
PC Camera
Before installing the PC Camera driver, make sure that the optional PC Camera module is on. Use the Fn + F8 key combination (see “Function Keys and
Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 14) to toggle power to the PC Camera module
(make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on
page 4 - 6).
Latest PC Camera Driver Information
Taking Still
Pictures
Double-click the My
Computer icon on the
desktop, or go the Start
menu and point to My
Computer, then click it.
Double-click the CMM
PC Camera icon.
.
Check the PC Camera CD, and any accompanying insert pages, for the latest updated information on the PC Camera driver, which may override the information
provided here.
PC Camera Driver Installation
1. Make sure the module is powered on, then insert the PC Camera
CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.
2. The program will run automatically.
3. Click Next.
4. Click Finish to restart the computer.
5. After restart the computer will find the new hardware for you.
6. Run the AMCAP program from the CMM PC Camera item in the
Start > Programs/All Programs menu.
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Click Take a new picture in the Camera
Tasks box.
PC Camera 7 - 7
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
PC Camera Audio Setup
If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup
the audio recording options in Windows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7
7.
7 - 8 PC Camera
Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and
click Control Panel, then double-click the Sounds & Audio Devices icon
(Speech, and Audio Devices in Category View).
Click Advanced (button) in the Device volume tab.
Click Options (Volume Control) and scroll down and click Properties.
Select Realtek HD Audio input from the Mixer device dropbox.
Click Mic Volume (check box), if not already clicked, and click OK.
Make sure the Select (check box) in the Recording Control panel, under
the Mic Volume section, is checked (boost the volume as high as it will go).
Close the window, then click OK.
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Figure 7 - 4
Audio Setup
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PC Camera 7 - 9
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Pre-Allocating File
Space
AMCAP
AMCAP is a video viewer useful for general purpose video viewing and testing, and can capture video files to .avi format.
1.
You may pre-allocate
the file size for the capture file in the AMCAP
program.
You
can
choose to ignore this by
clicking Cancel.
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Pre-allocating space on
the hard disk can improve the capture quality (particularly of large
capture files), by reducing the amount of work
the hard disk has to do
in finding space for the
video data as it is being
captured.
You may find it helpful to
defragment the HDD
before capture.
7 - 10 PC Camera
2.
3.
4.
5.
Run the AMCAP program from the Start > Programs/All Programs > CMM
PC Camera menu (it is recommended that you set the capture file before
the capture process - see Set Capture File below).
Go to the Capture menu heading (if you wish to capture audio make sure
that the Capture Audio option is ticked) and select Start Capture.
On the first run of the program (if you have not set the captured file) you will
be asked to choose a file name and size (see the sidebar - Pre-Allocating
File Space) for the captured file.
Click OK to start capturing the video, and press Esc to stop the capture.
If you wish to, you may go to the File menu and select Save Captured
Video As..., choose a file name and location, then click Open (you can view
the file using the Windows Media Player).
Set Capture File
You will only be asked to set the capture file name on the first run of the AMCAP program. When you run the program the next time the file will automatically be overwritten with the newly captured file. To avoid overwriting files
you can go to the Set Capture File.. option in the File menu, and set the file
name and location before capture. Set the name and location then click Open
(you can choose Cancel to ignore the file size if prompted).
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
Eliminating Screen Flicker
If you find that the video screen in the AMCAP program is flickering, you can
try to adjust the option from the Video Capture Filter options.
1.
2.
3.
Run the AMCAP program from the Start > Programs/All Programs > CMM
PC Camera menu.
Go to Options and scroll down to select “Video Capture Filter...”.
You can choose either 50Hz or 60Hz from the No Flicker box.
Figure 7 - 5
Camera Controls
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PC Camera 7 - 11
Wireless & PC Camera Modules
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7 - 12
Troubleshooting
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
Overview
Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you
may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible
solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t
find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the
safety precautions in the preface. If all else fails, talk to your service representative. You should also make
a record of what happened and what remedies you tried.
Of course, if something goes wrong, it will happen at the most inconvenient time possible, so you should
preview this section just in case. If, after you’ve tried everything, and the system still won’t cooperate, try
turning it off for a few minutes and then rebooting. You will lose any unsaved data, but it may start working again. Then call your service representative.
Overview 8 - 1
8
Troubleshooting
Basic Hints and Tips
Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer
appears not to be working.
• Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power
strip, make sure it is actually working. Check the LED Power & Communication Indicators (see
“LED Power & Communication Indicators” on page 2 - 3) to see the computer’s power status.
• Connections - Check all the cables to make sure that there are no loose connections anywhere.
• Power Savings - Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Standby mode by pressing the
keys configured in your Power Options (see “Configuring the Power Button” on page 3 - 20), the Fn
+ Esc key combination, or power button to wake-up the system.
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• Brightness - Check the brightness of the screen by pressing the Fn + F9 and F10 keys to adjust the
brightness (see “Advanced Video Controls” on page 3 - 2).
• Display Choice - Press Fn + F6 to make sure the system is not set to “external only” display (see
“Function Key Combination” on page 3 - 9).
• Boot Drive - Make sure there are no floppy disks in the drive (if you have one connected) when you
start up your machine (this is a common cause of the message “Invalid system disk - Replace the disk,
and then press any key” / “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart”).
8 - 2 Basic Hints and Tips
Troubleshooting
Backup and General Maintenance
• Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to
hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g.
in a CD wallet.
• Run maintenance programs on your hard disk and OS as often as you can. You may schedule these
programs to run at times when you are not using your computer. You can use those that are provided
free with your OS, or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so.
• Write down your passwords and keep them safe (away from your computer). This is especially important if you choose to use a Startup password for the SCU (see “Security Menu” on page 5 - 10).
• Keep copies of vital settings files such as network, dialup settings, mail settings etc. (even if just brief
notes).
Warranty
The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Opening this compartment, or accessing the CPU in any way, may violate
your warranty.
Backup and General Maintenance 8 - 3
8
Troubleshooting
Viruses
• Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which
viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may
seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially
available and the definitions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.
• Be careful when opening e-mail from sources you don’t know. Viruses are often triggered from
within e-mail attachments so take care when opening any attached file. You can configure most
Anti-Virus programs to check all e-mail attachments. Note: You should also beware of files from
people you know as the virus may have infected an address book and been automatically forwarded
without the person’s knowledge.
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• Keep a “Boot Floppy Disk” or “Bootable CD-ROM” (this disk provides basic information which
allows you to startup your computer) handy. You may refer to your OS’s documentation for instructions on how to make one, and many Anti-Virus programs will also provide such a disk (or at least
instructions on how to make one).
8 - 4 Viruses
Troubleshooting
Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software
• Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you
are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system.
• Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with
what you are doing.
• Read the documentation. We can assume, since you are reading this that you are looking at the computer’s manual, but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased? Many problems
are caused by the installation of new hardware and/or software. Always refer to the documentation of
any new hardware and/or software, and pay particular attention to files entitled “READ ME” or
“READ ME FIRST”.
• When installing a new device always make sure the device is powered on, and in many cases you will
need to restart the computer. Always check that all the cables are correctly connected.
• Make sure you have installed the drivers for any new hardware you have installed (latest driver files
are usually available to download from vendor’s websites).
• Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or
more system components, or software programs. If possible, go back and undo the change you just
made and see if the problem still occurs.
Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software 8 - 5
8
Troubleshooting
• Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem
may be found; Example - if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports, and a number of
programs running, then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem. Try disconnecting all
of the devices and restarting the computer with all the peripheral devices unplugged. A process of
elimination (adding and removing devices and restarting where necessary) will often find the source
of a problem, although this may be time consuming.
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8 - 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software
Troubleshooting
Problems & Possible Solutions
Power
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
You turned on the power
but it doesn’t work.
Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the battery is
present and seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way).
Make sure there’s nothing interfering with the battery contacts.
The Battery LED power
indicator
, is blinking
orange.
Low Battery. Plug in the AC power source. If the computer doesn’t start up immediately,
turn it off then on again.
You are losing battery
power too quickly.
The system is using too much power. If your OS has a Power Options scheme (see
“Power Schemes” on page 3 - 16) check its settings. You may also be using a PC Card
device that is drawing a lot of power.
Actual battery operating
time is shorter than
expected.
The battery has not been fully discharged before being recharged. Make sure the battery
is fully discharged and recharge it completely before reusing (see “Battery Information”
on page 3 - 21).
Power Options have been disabled. Go to the Control Panel in Windows and re-enable
the options.
A peripheral device or PC Card is consuming a lot of power. Turn off the unused device to
save power.
Problems & Possible Solutions 8 - 7
8
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
The computer feels too
hot.
Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the vents/fan intakes are not blocked. If
this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour.
Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating” on page 1 19). Make sure you’re using the correct adapter.
Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag
(or any such container). Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause
the vents/intakes to be blocked.
Display
Problem
8
Nothing
screen.
appears
Possible Cause - Solution
on
The system is in a power saving mode. Toggle the sleep/resume key combination, Fn +
Esc (see “Function Keys and Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 14).
\
The screen controls need to be adjusted. Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn +
F9/F10 (see “Advanced Video Controls” on page 3 - 2). If you’re connected to an
external monitor, make sure it’s plugged in and turned on. You should also check the
monitor’s own brightness and contrast controls.
The computer is set for a different display. Toggle the screen display key combination, Fn
+ F6 (see “Function Key Combination” on page 3 - 9). If an external monitor is
connected, turn it on.
The screen saver is activated. Press any key or touch the TouchPad.
8 - 8 Problems & Possible Solutions
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
No image appears on the
external monitor I have
plugged in and powered
on.
You haven’t installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the Control
Panel. See “Video (WinXP)” on page 4 - 8 for instructions on installing the driver, and
see “NVIDIA Display Properties” on page 3 - 3 for instructions on configuring the video
driver.
Boot Password
Problem
You forget
password.
the
Possible Cause - Solution
boot
If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS. Contact
your service representative for help.
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Password Warning
If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password. The consequences of this could be serious. If
you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on
your hard disk.
Problems & Possible Solutions 8 - 9
Troubleshooting
Audio & CD Device
8
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
The sound cannot be
heard or the volume is
very low.
The volume might be set too low. Check the volume control in the Volume Control Panel
in the Windows taskbar, or use the key combination Fn + F11 and F12 (see “Function
Keys and Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 14) to adjust.
The compact disc cannot
be read.
The compact disc is dirty. Clean it with a CD-ROM cleaner kit.
The compact disc tray
will not open when there
is a disc in the tray.
The compact disc is not correctly placed in the tray. Gently try to remove the disc using the
eject hole (see “Loading Discs” on page 2 - 7).
The DVD regional codes
can
no
longer
be
changed.
The code has been changed the maximum 5 times. See “DVD Regional Codes” on
page 2 - 9.
Media Warning
When manually ejecting a CD/DVD, DO NOT use a sharpened pencil or similar object which may break, and become lodged in the hole.
8 - 10 Problems & Possible Solutions
Troubleshooting
Keyboard
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
Unwelcome
numbers
appear when typing.
If the LED
is lit, then Num Lock is turned ON. Check that Padlock mode is not enabled
(see “Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 15).
Other Keyboards
If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change, you can use any standard USB keyboard. The
system will detect and enable it automatically. However special functions/hot keys unique to the system’s regular
keyboard may not work.
Operation
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
The system freezes or
the screen goes dark.
The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC adapter, press the sleep
(Fn + Esc) key combination, or press the power button if no LEDs are lit.
The system never goes
into a power saving
mode.
Power Options features are not enabled. Go to the Windows Power Options menu and
enable the features you prefer (see “Power Options” on page 3 - 14). Make sure you
have enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel.
Problems & Possible Solutions 8 - 11
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Troubleshooting
Modules
Problem
Possible Cause - Solution
The
Wireless
LAN/
Bluetooth
module(s)
cannot be detected.
The module(s) are off. Check the LED indicator
to see if the WLAN module is ON/OFF
(see “LED Status Indicators” on page 2 - 2). Check the “WLAN/Bluetooth Toggle
Power Order” on page 7 - 2 for the power status of both the WLAN and Bluetooth
modules.
If the indicator(s) is/are off, then press the
the modules.
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Ap-Key button in order to power ON/OFF
The
Wireless
LAN/
Bluetooth
module(s)
cannot be configured.
The driver(s) for the module(s) have not been installed. Make sure you have installed the
driver for the appropriate module (see “Intel WLAN Driver Installation” on page 7 - 4
and/or “Bluetooth Driver Installation” on page 7 - 5).
The
PC
Camera
module(s) cannot be
detected.
The module is off. Press the Fn + F8 key combination to power ON/OFF the module.
The
PC
Camera
module(s) cannot be
configured.
The driver for the module has not been installed. Make sure you have installed the driver
for the PC Camera module (see “PC Camera Driver Installation” on page 7 - 7).
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Appendix A: Specifications
Latest Specification Information
The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/speeds) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service
center for details.
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A - 1
Feature
Processor Types
A
Specification
Intel® Pentium® M Processor (478-pin)
Micro-FCPGA Package
730/ 740/ 750/ 760/ 770/ 780
(µ0.09) 0.09 Micron Process Technology,
2MB On-Die L2 Cache & 533MHz Front Side
Bus
Intel® Pentium® M Processor (478-pin),
Micro-FCPGA Package
715/ 725/ 735/ 745/ 755/ 765
(µ0.09) 0.09 Micron Process Technology,
2MB On-Die L2 Cache & 400MHz Front Side
Bus
Core Logic
Intel 915PM + ICH6-M
LCD
15.4" WXGA (1280*800)/ WSXGA+ (1680*1050)/ WUXGA (1920*1200) TFT LCD
(16:10 Wide Screen Aspect Ratio)
Memory
64-bit DDR Dual Channels
Two 200 Pin DDR SODIMM Sockets
Supporting DDRII (DDR2) 400/533 MHz
Modules
Display
NVIDIA GeForce Go 6600 (NV34M) High Performance Chip
128/256MB DDR SGRAM External Video Memory
Integrated 128-bit 2D/3D Graphics Engine
PCI-E * 16 Interface
CineFX3.0 Engine:
Microsoft DirectX 9 & Shader Model 3.0 Support
Pure Video Technology:
High Definition Video/ Super Picture Quality
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Supporting 256/ 512/ 1024 MB DDRII (DDR2)
RAM Modules
Expandable up to 2GB
Feature
Specification
Security
Security (Kensington® Type) Lock Slot
BIOS Password
BIOS
One 512KB Flash ROM
Plug and Play (1.0a) Phoenix BIOS
Storage
One Changeable 12.7mm (h) Optical Device (CD-ROM/ DVD-ROM/ Combo/ DVD-Dual/ DVD
Super-Multi)
One Changeable Primary 2.5" 9.5mm (h) Parallel (PATA) Hard Disk Drive Supporting LBA Mode
Supports ATA 33/ 66/ 100
Audio
Integrated AZALIA Compliant Interface (HDA);
Compatible with AC’97 & WHQL
Specifications
SRS WOW Surround Sound
Technology inside (SRS/ TruSurround/
TruBass / Focus Enhancement)
24-bit Stereo Full-Duplex CODEC
EAX™ 1.0 & 2.0/ DirectSound 3D™/ A3D™
Compatible
7.1 Channel Audio Analog Output
S/PDIF Digital Output
4 Built-In 1.5W Speakers
Built-In Microphone
Keyboard,
Pointing Device &
Buttons
Full Size Winkey Keyboard
Built-In TouchPad (Scroll Functionality
Included)
PCMCIA
One Type II PCMCIA 3.3V/5V Socket
Card Reader
One 4-in-1 Built-In Card Reader (SD/ MS/ MS Pro/ MMC)
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A - 3
Feature
Interface &
Communication
Specification
Three USB 2.0/1.1 Ports
One Mini IEEE1394a Port
One External Monitor Port
One S-Video-Out Port for TV Output
One Serial Port
One Headphone-Out /Speaker-Out Jack
One Microphone-In Jack
One S/PDIF Out Jack
One DC-In Jack
300K Pixel CMOS VIdeo Camera Module
(Factory Option)
Bluetooth 1.2 Module - (WPN) Wireless
Personal Network (Option)
One RJ-45 Jack (Local Area Network)
10M/100M/1G PCI-ExpressFast Gigabit
Ethernet On Board
One Infrared Transceiver IrDA 1.1 Compliant
(IrDA 1.1/ FIR/ SIR/ ASKIR)
Infrared Transfer 1cm ~ 1M Operating
Distance
115.2K bps SIR
4M bps FIR
One RJ-11 Jack (Modem)
AZALIA 56K Plug & Play
Fax/ Modem V.90/92 Compliant
Wireless Network Options
Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g)
(Option)
OR
Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG (802.11a/b/g)
(Option)
A
Power
Management
A- 4
Supports ACPI 2.0
Supports Hibernate/Standby Modes
Supports Battery Low Sleep
Supports Resume from Alarm
Supports Resume from Modem Ring
Supports Resume from LAN
Feature
Specification
Power
Universal AC Adapter - AC-In 100~240V, 50~60Hz, DC Output 20V 4.5A (90W)
Easy Changeable Main Battery Smart Lithium-Ion, 4400mAh (6 cells)
Easy Changeable Optional Second Battery Smart Lithium-Ion, 8800mAh (12 cells)
Environmental
Spec
Temperature
Operating:
Non-Operating:
Physical
Dimensions &
Weight
360mm (w) * 273mm (d) * 29.5mm (h)
3.20Kg (with 6 cell battery)
Optional
CD-ROM Drive Module
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive Module
DVD-ROM Drive Module
DVD-Dual Drive Module
DVD Super-Multi Drive Module
Wireless Network Options
Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG (802.11b/g)
(Option)
OR
Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG (802.11a/b/g)
(Option)
5°C ~ 35°C
-20°C ~ 60°C
Relative Humidity
Operating:
Non-Operating:
20% ~ 80%
10% ~ 90%
A
Software DVD Player
Bluetooth 1.2 Module (Factory Option)
USB VIdeo Camera Module (Factory Option)
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