MSI CR400 User Manual

Msi cr400: user guide

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CHAPTER 1
Preface

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  • Page 1 CHAPTER 1 Preface...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content Preface Table of Content ... 1-2 Regulations Information... 1-5 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... 1-5 FCC Conditions ... 1-6 Safety Instructions... 1-7 Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery ... 1-9 WEEE Statement ... 1-13 Optical Drive Device Notice ... 1-20 Caution on Using Modem...
  • Page 3 Right Side View ... 2-14 Left Side View... 2-16 Rear Side View... 2-18 Bottom Side View ... 2-19 Getting Started Power Management ... 3-2 ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function ... 3-2 AC Adapter ... 3-4 Battery Pack ... 3-6 Using the Battery Pack...
  • Page 4 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup... 4-2 When to Use BIOS Setup... 4-2 How to Run BIOS Setup... 4-2 Control Keys ... 4-3 BIOS Setup Menu... 4-4 Main Menu... 4-5 Advanced Menu... 4-6 Boot Menu ... 4-7 Security Menu... 4-8 Save & Exit Menu ... 4-10...
  • Page 5: Regulations Information

    Regulations Information FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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.
  • Page 6: Fcc Conditions

    Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. The openings on the enclosure are used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 8 Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. To prevent explosion caused by improper battery replacement, use the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer only.
  • Page 9: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery

    Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (English) CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. (French) (Français) ATTENTION: II y a danger d’ex;losion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé...
  • Page 10 1-10 üreticinin talimatlarına göre degerlendiriniz. (Greek) (Ελληνικά) ΠΡΟΣΟΧΗ: Κίνδυνος έκρηξης εάν η μπαταρία τοποθετηθεί λανθασμένα. Να αντικαθιστάτε μόνο με τον ίδιο ή αντίστοιχο τύπο με αυτό που συνιστά ο κατασκευαστής του εξοπλισμού. Να απορρίπτετε τις χρησιμοποιημένες μπαταρίες ως απορρίμματα σύμφωνα με τις οδηγίες του κατασκευαστή. (Polish) (Polski) OSTRZEŻENIE: Nieprawidłowa wymiana może spowodować...
  • Page 11 1-11 권장하는 것과 동일하거나 동등한 폐기하십시오. (Vietnamese) (Tieng Viet) LƯU Ý: Thay thế pin không tương thích có thể dẫn đến nguy cơ bị nổ. Chỉ thay thế bằng pin cùng loại hoặc loại tương ứng khuyên dùng bởi nhà sản xuất thiết bị. Vứt bỏ pin đã sử dụng theo hướng dẫn của nhà sản xuất.
  • Page 12 1-12 utilizadas de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. (Swedish) (Svenska) VARNING: Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruction. (Finnish) (Suomi) VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin.
  • Page 13: Weee Statement

    1-13 proizvođača. (Estonian) (Eesti) ETTEVAATUST! Plahvatusoht, kui aku on valesti paigaldatud. Asendage ainult sama või tootja poolt soovitatud võrdväärse akuga. Hävitage kasutatud aku vastavalt tootja juhistele. ‫در ﺻﻮرت ﺗﻌﻮیﺾ ﺑﺎﺗﺮﯼ، ﺗﻨﻬﺎ از ﺑﺎﺗﺮیﻬﺎﯼ ﭘﻴﺸﻨﻬﺎدﯼ ﺷﺮﮐﺖ ﺗﻮﻟﻴﺪ ﮐﻨﻨﺪﻩ‬ ‫ﻣﻦ ﻗﺒﻞ‬ ‫ﺑﻪ‬ ‫ﻓﻘﻂ...
  • Page 14 1-14 seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. (German) (Deutsch) Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden, die sich auf 13.August, 2005 wirken. Und der Hersteller von bedeckt Elektronik-Altgeräte gesetzlich zur gebrachten Produkte am Ende seines Baruchbarkeitsdauer zurückzunehmen.
  • Page 15 1-15 yükümlü olacaktır. (Greek) (Ελληνικά) Σύμφωνα με την Οδηγία 2002/96/ΕΚ της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης («ΕΕ») περί Απόρριψης Ηλεκτρικού και Ηλεκτρονικού Εξοπλισμού (WEEE), η οποία λαμβάνει ισχύ στις 13 Αυγούστου 2005, τα προϊόντα «ηλεκτρικού και ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού» δεν είναι δυνατόν να απορριφθούν πλέον ως κοινά απορρίμματα και οι κατασκευαστές κεκαλυμμένου...
  • Page 16 1-16 (Simplified Chinese ) (简体中文) 欧盟已制订有关废电机电子设备法令,亦即自 2005 年 8 月 13 日生效的 2002/96/EC,明 文规定「电机电子设备产品」不可再以都市废弃物处理,且所有相关电子设备制造商,均须在产品使用寿命结束后进行回 收。 (Japanese) (日本語) (Japanese) (日本語) 2005 年 8 月 13 日以降に EU 加盟国を流通する電気・電子製品には WEEE 指令によ りゴミ箱に×印のリサイクルマークの表示が義務づけられており、廃棄物として捨てることの禁止とリサイクルが義務づけられて います。 (Korean) (한국어) 2005 년 8 월 13 일자로 시행된 폐전기전자제품에 대한 유럽연합("EU") 지침, 지침 2002/96/EC 에 의거하여, "전기전자제품"은...
  • Page 17 1-17 (Serbian) (Srpski) Po Direktivi Evropske unije ("EU") o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod "elektronsku i električnu opremu" ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja.
  • Page 18 1-18 direktiivin 2002/96/EY mukaisesti ”sähkö- ja elektroniikkalaitteita” ei saa enää hävittää talousjätteiden mukana. Direktiivin alaisen sähkö- tai elektroniikkalaitteen valmistajan on otettava laitteet takaisin niiden käyttöiän päättyessä. (Slovakian) (Slovensky/ Slovenčina) Na základe smernice Európskej únie („EU“) o elektrických a elektronických zariadeniach číslo 2002/96/ES, ktorá vstúpila do platnosti 13. augusta 2005, výrobky, ktorými sú „elektrické a elektronické zariadenia”...
  • Page 19 1-19 задължени да приемат обратно съответните продукти в края на експлоатационния им период. (Croatian) (Hrvatski) U okviru Direktive Europske Unije ("EU") o Otpadnim električnim i elektroničkim uređajima, Direktiva 2002/96/EC, koja je na snazi od 13. kolovoza 2005., "električni i elektronički uređaji" se ne smiju više bacati zajedno s kućnim otpadom i proizvođači su obvezni zbrinuti takve proizvode na kraju njihovog životnog vijeka.
  • Page 20: Optical Drive Device Notice

    1-20 Optical Drive Device Notice CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.”...
  • Page 21: Trademarks

    1-21 Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. ® , Athlon™, Athlon™XP, Thoroughbred™ and Duron™ are registered trademarks of AMD Corporation. ® ® Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. ® PS/2 and OS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. ®...
  • Page 22: Introductions

    CHAPTER 2 Introductions...
  • Page 23: Manual Map

    Congratulations on becoming a user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction Manual Map This User’s Manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to operate this notebook.
  • Page 24: Unpacking

    Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. Unpacking First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future.
  • Page 25: Specification

    Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight Processor Type Support Processor L2 Cache FSB Speed Core Chips Chipset Memory Technology Memory Maximum 345 (W) x 220.5 (D) x 17~40 (H) mm 2.2 kg with 6-cell battery ® Intel PBGA 478-pin ® Intel Penryn Dual Core processor 3MB/ 6MB (based on CPU) 667/ 800/ 1066 MHz...
  • Page 26 Power AC Adapter Battery Type RTC Battery Storage HDD form factor Optical Device I/O Port Monitor (VGA) Mic-in Headphone-out/ Line-out Internal Microphone RJ11 RJ45 Card Reader 65W, 19V 6-cell / 9-cell (optional) Height 2.5”, 9.5 mm 160/ 250/ 320/ 500 GB (optional) Super-Multi (Devices listed here may vary without notice) x 3 (USB version 2.0)
  • Page 27: Communication Port

    Communication Port (Items listed here may vary without notice) 56K Fax/MODEM Wireless LAN Bluetooth Display LCD Type Brightness Video Controller VRAM LCD Resolution Webcam CMOS Audio Sound Controller Internal Speaker Optional 10/100 Mb 802.11b/g/n 14”, 16:9 WXGA Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys 128MB (shared memory) 1366 x 768 1.3 Mega Pixels...
  • Page 28 Internal Microphone Sound Volume Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Hole Compliance Upgrade and Warranty Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request. To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s Manual.
  • Page 29: Product Overview

    Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the notebook shown in this section may vary from the actual one that users purchased. Top-open View The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook.
  • Page 30 Rubber Pad This is to protect your notebook from random closing. 2. Webcam/ Webcam LED This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conferencing, and any other interactive applications. Webcam LED indicator, next to the webcam, grows amber when webcam function is activated;...
  • Page 31 2-10 (Power Saving) Webcam Wireless LAN Bluetooth (not supported) Refer to the Power Management section in chapter 3 of this manual for the detailed information of this ECO Engine, Power Saving Function. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F6 button to turn the Webcam function on.
  • Page 32 2-11 5. Power Button / Power LED Power Button:Press the power button to turn the notebook power ON and OFF. Power LED: Glowing blue when the notebook power is turned on. 6. Status LED Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use: Blinking blue when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical drive device.
  • Page 33: Front View

    2-12 Front View 1. Status LED Battery: Power On/ Off/ Suspend: Glowing green when the battery is being charged. Glowing amber when the battery is in low battery status. Blinking amber if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery.
  • Page 34 2-13 Wireless LAN and Bluetooth: Glowing green when wireless LAN function is enabled. Wireless Glowing blue when Bluetooth function is enabled. Both LED indicators go out when both functions are disabled. Note: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED goes out when you are in flight.
  • Page 35: Right Side View

    2-14 Right Side View 1. Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington Lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place with a key or some mechanical PIN device and attached through a rubberised metal cable. The end of the cable has a small loop which allows the whole cable to be looped around a permanent object, such as a heavy table or other similar equipment, thus securing the notebook in place.
  • Page 36 2-15 3. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 4. USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. 5.
  • Page 37: Left Side View

    2-16 Left Side View 1. Optical Drive Device The optical device allows you to use the CD/ DVD disc for installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on the computer. 2. Audio Port Connector Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Connect your speakers to the proper connectors as shown below.
  • Page 38 2-17 3. USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more.
  • Page 39: Rear Side View

    2-18 Rear Side View 1. RJ-11 Connector (optional) This notebook provides a built-in modem that allows you to connect an RJ-11 telephone line through this connector. With the 56K V.90 modem, you can make a dial-up connection. 2. RJ-45 Connector The 10/100 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection.
  • Page 40: Bottom Side View

    2-19 Bottom Side View 1. Battery Lock/ Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to unlock position, the battery is removable. 2. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. Battery Lock/ Unlock Button Battery Pack Battery Release Button...
  • Page 41 2-20 3. Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. 4. Stereo Speaker Give high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported.
  • Page 42: Getting Started

    CHAPTER 3 Getting Started...
  • Page 43: Power Management

    Power Management ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function ECO Engine, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides 5 different power saving modes – Gaming mode, Movie mode, Presentation mode, Office mode, and Turbo Battery mode, to extend the battery running time while performing different tasks with this notebook. Press the ECO quick launch button repeatedly to switch among these 5 different modes or to turn this ECO Engine off recurrently.
  • Page 44 Presentation Mode Select this mode while performing presentation applications. Office Mode Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks. Turbo Battery Mode Select this mode to maximize the battery running time. ECO Off Selected to disable ECO Engine.
  • Page 45: Ac Adapter

    AC Adapter Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately. Note that the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook;...
  • Page 46: Disconnecting The Ac Power

    Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC adapter, you should: 1. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. 2. Unplug the connector from the notebook. 3. Disconnect the power cord and the connector of AC adapter. 4.
  • Page 47: Battery Pack

    Battery Pack This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on their own.
  • Page 48 Releasing the Battery Pack It is always recommended to have another battery in reserve for enough power supply. Please contact your local dealer to buy a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook. To remove the battery pack, following the steps below: 1.
  • Page 49 Replacing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Use both hands to align and insert battery pack compartment with orientation. 2. Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right position until the battery back is fastened in the compartment.
  • Page 50: Using The Battery Pack

    Using the Battery Pack Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above +60°...
  • Page 51: Charging The Battery Pack

    3-10 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the notebook. Please pay attention to the following tips before recharging the battery: If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and shut down the system or Save-to-Disk.
  • Page 52: Basic Operations

    3-11 Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your notebook for a long period of time.
  • Page 53: Having A Good Work Habit

    3-12 1. Keep your hands and feet with optimal comfort. 2. Adjust the angle and position of LCD panel. 3. Adjust the desk’s height. 4. Sit straight and keep a good posture. 5. Adjust the chair’s height. Having a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your notebook for long periods of time;...
  • Page 54: Knowing The Keyboard

    3-13 Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. The keyboard shown here may vary from the actual one, depending on which county users purchase the notebook. This keyboard can be divided into four Typewriter keys Numeric keys Cursor keys /...
  • Page 55: Typewriter Keys

    3-14 Typewriter Keys In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several keys for special purposes, such as [Ctrl,] [Alt,] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off.
  • Page 56: Cursor Keys

    3-15 Cursor Keys The four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys are used to control the cursor movement. Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line. Move the cursor down for one line.
  • Page 57: Function Keys

    3-16 Press this key to delete one character to the left of the cursor and move the following text left for one space. Function Keys Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu.
  • Page 58 3-17 Decrease the LCD brightness. Increase the LCD brightness. Disable computer’s audio function. Force the computer into suspend mode (depending on the system configuration).
  • Page 59: Knowing The Touchpad

    3-18 Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. 1.
  • Page 60: Using The Touchpad

    3-19 Using the Touchpad Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad: Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. In addition, you can change the size, shape, moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen.
  • Page 61 3-20 that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button. Tapping twice more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double-click. Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor on the desired item and slightly tap twice on the touchpad, and then keep your fingertip in contact with the touchpad on the second tap.
  • Page 62: About Hard Disk Drive

    3-21 About Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage device.
  • Page 63: Using The Optical Storage Device

    3-22 Using the Optical Storage Device Your notebook is equipped with an optical storage device. The actual device preinstalled in your notebook depends on the model you purchased. Super-Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive.
  • Page 64 3-23 Inserting the Disk The following instructions describe the general procedure when operating the optical storage device: 1. Confirm that the notebook is turned on. 2. Press the eject button on the panel and 3. Gently pull the tray out until fully 4.
  • Page 65 3-24 Removing the Disk Follow the instructions below to remove the disk that is placed in the optical storage device: 6. Press the eject button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. 7. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended.
  • Page 66: Connecting The External Devices

    3-25 Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. All devices listed here are for reference only. Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the USB devices This notebook provides USB ports for connecting various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, digital camera, webcam, printer, and external optical storage device, ete..
  • Page 67 3-26 Connecting the External Display Devices This notebook provides a VGA port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. The 15-pin D-Sub VGA port allows users to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the notebook display. Once the display is connected to the notebook, power on the notebook and the external display should respond by default.
  • Page 68: Connecting The Communication Devices

    3-27 Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The RJ-45 connector of the notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your MIS staff or network manager for help.
  • Page 69 3-28 Using the Modem or Combo Modem (optional) The built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem or combo modem (with built-in Bluetooth function) allows you to use a telephone line to communicate with others or to dial-up to connect the Internet. For more instructions or detailed steps on dialing-up through the modem, please consult your MIS staff or Internet service provider (ISP) for help.
  • Page 70: Safely Remove Hardware

    3-29 Safely Remove Hardware When any peripheral device is connected to the notebook, the Safely Remove Hardware icon will appear on the taskbar. Double-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box. You can see all connected peripheral devices here. If you want to remove any of the devices, move the cursor to the device and click Stop.
  • Page 71: Bios Setup

    CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup...
  • Page 72: About Bios Setup

    About BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and is requested to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default BIOS settings.
  • Page 73: Control Keys

    Control Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one menu title. Press up arrow to select one menu title. 1) Open the selected item to change setting options. 2) Bring up a sub-menu when available.
  • Page 74: Bios Setup Menu

    BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Select the tags to enter the other menus. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory size and setting of system time and date. Advanced Menu Adjust the advanced settings, such as power consumption, USB/ PCI devices, of the notebook in order to achieve a better performance.
  • Page 75: Main Menu

    Main Menu System Date This item allows you to set the system date. [day:month:date:year]. Month (Month) Date (Date) Year (Year) System Time This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode. The time format is [hour:minute:second].
  • Page 76: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Intel SpeedStep tech. This item allows you to enable or disable Intel When set to Disabled, the system always operates in a conserve power mode (the processor works at FSB400-600MHz or FSB533-800MHz). If you want optimize the processor, set this item to Enabled, so that the processor’s speed will be controlled by the use of your operating system and applications.
  • Page 77: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu Boot Configuration Configure settings during system boot. Full Screen Logo Display This item enables this system to show the company logo on the boot-up screen. Settings are: [Enabled] [Disabled] Quick Boot Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to boot within 10 seconds since it will skip some check items.
  • Page 78: Security Menu

    Security Menu Supervisor Password / User Password When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type a maximum of eight-digit password and press [Enter]. password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory.
  • Page 79 The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are described below: Setup Always To clear a set Supervisor Password/ User Password, just press [Enter] under Supervisor Password/ User Password field when you are prompted to enter the password.
  • Page 80: Save & Exit Menu

    4-10 Save & Exit Menu Exit & Save Changes Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. Exit & Discard Changes Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Discard Changes Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility.

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