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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 CE Conformity ... 1-6 Safety Instructions... 1-7 Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery ...1-11 WEEE Statement ... 1-15 Optical Drive Device Notice ...
  • Page 3 Right Side View ... 2-16 Left Side View... 2-18 Rear Side View... 2-19 Bottom Side View ... 2-21 Getting Started Exclusive Functions ... 3-2 NVIDIA OC Tool... 3-2 SLM Setting ... 3-4 Power Management ... 3-5 Connecting the AC Power ... 3-5 Using the Battery Power...
  • Page 4 Connecting the Peripheral Devices ... 3-34 Connecting the Communication Devices ... 3-38 Components Replacement and Upgrade ... 3-41 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...

  • 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 the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up.
  • Page 8 Make sure the power voltage is within safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Always unplug the AC power cord before installing any add-on card or module to the equipment.
  • Page 9 When installing the coaxial cable to the TV Tuner, it is necessary to ensure that the metal shield is reliable connected to protective earthing system of the building. Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable.
  • Page 10 1-10 Green Product Features Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health Easily dismantled and recycled Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades Reduced solid waste production through take-back policy Environmental Policy The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away...

  • Page 11: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery

    1-11 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’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé...
  • Page 12 1-12 (Turkish) (Türkçe) UYARI: Pil yanlıs yerleştirilirse patlayabilir. Aynı ya da muadili bir pille degistiriniz. Kullanılmış pilleri 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...
  • Page 13 1-13 (Korean) (한국어) 주의: 배터리를 올바로 교체하지 않으면 폭발할 위험이 있습니다. 타입이 장치 제조업체에서 권장하는 것과 동일하거나 동등한 배터리로만 교체하십시오. 사용한 배터리는 제조업체의 지침에 따라 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...
  • Page 14 1-14 (Portuguese) (Português) ADVERTÊNCIA: Perigo de explosão se a bateria é substituída incorrectamente. Substitua somente com o mesmo tipo ou equivalente recomendado por o fabricante do seu equipamento. Descarte as baterias utilizadas de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. (Swedish) (Svenska) VARNING: Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.

  • Page 15: Weee Statement

    1-15 (Croatian) (Hrvatski) OPREZ: Opasnost od eksplozije ako se baterija zamijeni neprikladnom. Zamijenite je samo jednakom ili nadomjesnom vrstom prema preporuci proizvođača. Istrošene baterije zbrinite u skladu s uputama proizvođača. (Estonian) (Eesti) ETTEVAATUST! Plahvatusoht, kui aku on valesti paigaldatud. Asendage ainult sama või tootja poolt soovitatud võrdväärse akuga.
  • Page 16 1-16 (French) (Français) Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie.
  • Page 17 1-17 (Turkish) (Türkçe) Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü...
  • Page 18 1-18 (Traditional Chinese ) (繁體中文) 歐盟已制訂有關廢電機電子設備法令，亦即自 2005 年 8 月 13 日生效的 2002/96/EC，明 文規定「電機電子設備產品」不可再以都市廢棄物處理，且所有相關電子設備製造商，均須在產品使用壽命結束後進行回 收。 (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) 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。...
  • Page 19 1-19 (Indonesian) (Bahasa Indonesia) Sesuai dengan Regulasi Uni Eropa ("UE") perihal WEEE (Limbah Peralatan Listrik dan Elektronik), Directive 2002/96/EC, yang berlaku sejak 13, 2005, produk "peralatan listrik dan elektronik" tidak lagi dapat dibuang sebagai sampah umum dan pabrik peralatan elektronik diwajibkan untuk mengambil kembali produk tersebut pada saat masa pakainya habis.
  • Page 20 1-20 (Swedish) (Svenska) Under Europeiska unionens ("EU") Weee-direktiv (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), Direktiv 2002/96/EC, vilket trädde i kraft 13 augusti, 2005, kan inte produkter från "elektriska och elektroniska utrustningar" kastas i den vanliga hushållssoporna längre och tillverkare av inbyggd elektronisk utrustning kommer att tvingas att ta tillbaka sådan produkter när de är förbrukade.
  • Page 21 1-21 (Norwegian) (Norsk) Under den europeiske unionens ("EU") direktiv om deponering av elektronisk og elektrisk utstyr, direktiv 2002/96/EC, som trer i effekt 13. august 2005, kan ikke produkter av "elektronisk og elektrisk ustyr" lenger deponeres som husholdningsavfall og fabrikantene av disse produktene er forpliktet å ta tilbake slike produkter ved slutten av produktets levetid.

  • Page 22: Optical Drive Device Notice

    1-22 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 23: Introductions

    CHAPTER 2 Introductions...

  • Page 24: Manual Map

    Congratulations on becoming an 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 25: 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 26: Specification

    Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight Processor Type Support Processor L2/ L3 Cache Special Notification Core Chips Chipset Special Notification 395 (W) x 278 (D) x 45 (H) mm <3.5 kg (with 9-cell battery) Intel® Sandy Bridge Intel® Huron River UP to 8MB The actual processor preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased.
  • Page 27 Memory Technology Memory Maximum Power AC/DC Adapter Battery Type RTC Battery Special Notification Storage HDD form factor Optical Drive Device Special Notification DDR3 1066/ 1333 MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM X 4 slots up to 16 GB 150W, 19V Input: 100~240V 50~60Hz Output: 19.5V 7.7A 9-cell...

  • Page 28: Communication Port

    I/O Port Monitor (VGA) E-SATA HDMI Mic-in Line-in Line-out Headphone out / S/PDIF out Internal Microphone RJ45 Card Reader Communication Port (Items listed here may vary without notice) Wireless LAN Bluetooth Audio Internal Speaker Sound Volume 15 pin D-Sub x 1 x 1 (XD/ SD/ SDHC/ SDXC/ MMC/ MS/ MS Pro) The supported memory cards may vary without notice.
  • Page 29 Video Graphics Display LCD Type Brightness Adjustment WebCam WebCam Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Hole Compliance Discrete 15.6” LED LCD (optional) Supported HD Camera Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only Fast Boot Support --- Yes WHQL...

  • Page 30: 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 31 1. Internal Microphone The built-in speaker and array microphone increase the accuracy of speech recognition feature, allow inputs to be combined into a single, higher-quality source. 2. Webcam/ Webcam LED (optional) This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conferencing, and any other interactive applications.
  • Page 32 2-10 Turbo Note Cooler Boost Windows Start Up Hotkey Connect the AC power and press the TURBO sensor to raise a higher performance. The TURBO LED indicators lights when this function is ON or goes out when OFF. This notebook is designed to support overclocking function. However, please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting while doing overclocking.
  • Page 33 2-11 ECO Engine (Power Saving) LED Mode Switch Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a standard keyboard. Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these quick launch buttons, users will be able to work more efficiently. Press this sensor repeatedly to turn the WLAN function on or off recurrently.
  • Page 34 2-12 Cinema ECO Engine (Power Saving) Webcam WLAN (WiFi) (optional) Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F4 button to launch the Cinema Pro function. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F5 button repeatedly to switch among various power saving modes provided by ECO Engine, or to turn this function off recurrently.
  • Page 35 2-13 Bluetooth (optional) (optional) Touchpad This is a pointing device of the notebook. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F10 button to turn the 3G function on.

  • Page 36: Front Side View

    2-14 Front View 1. Status LED Bluetooth and Wireless LAN: Wireless LAN LED indicator glows amber when Wireless LAN function is enabled. Bluetooth LED indicator glows amber when Bluetooth function is enabled. Bluetooth Both LED indicators go out when both functions are disabled. Warning: For flight safety consideration, make sure these two LED indicators go out when you are in flight.
  • Page 37 2-15 Battery Status: Glowing amber when the battery is being charged. Glowing blue when the battery is in low battery status. Blinking blue if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery. Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Page 38: Right Side View

    2-16 Right Side View 1. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Connect your speakers to the proper connectors as shown below. Audio Port Connectors USB Port Optical Drive Device Headphone out/ SPDIF-out: Used for speakers or headphones.
  • Page 39 2-17 2. 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. 3. Optical Drive Device The optical drive device allows you to use the CD/ DVD/ Blu-ray disc for installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on the computer.

  • Page 40: Left Side View

    2-18 Left Side View 1. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2. 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 41: Rear Side View

    2-19 Rear 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 42 2-20 4. VGA Port The 15-pin D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the computer display. 5. E-SATA Connector The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA device. Users can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface brings to storage.

  • Page 43: Bottom Side View

    2-21 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/ DC adapter is disconnected. 3.
  • Page 44 2-22 4. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.

  • Page 45: Getting Started

    CHAPTER 3 Getting Started...

  • Page 46: Exclusive Functions

    Exclusive Functions This model has following exclusive functions. NVIDIA OC Tool This tool can activate TDE (Turbo Drive Engine) technology, thus further enable GPU OC function. Note: The nVidia Over Clock Tool is only available on graphic solution only. The preinstalled MXM card may differ depending on the model user purchased. This notebook is designed to support overclocking function.
  • Page 47 Right-click the NVIDIA OC icon once on tool bar. Select “Enable” or “Disable” to activate GPU Over Clock Function. With this TDE function activated, the system will raise the over-clocking setting to achieve a higher performance, and the icon on behalf of TDE function enabled will appear on the display.

  • Page 48: Slm Setting

    SLM Setting (System LED Manager) SLM tool can adjust the LED behavior around panels and base side. Users can decide which side of LED light to be visible, whereas others invisible, yet to choose the lighting effects mode. User may call tool up to desktop either by left-clicking twice or right-clicking once and select “Setting”...

  • Page 49: Power Management

    Power Management Connecting the AC power Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC/DC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately. Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook;...

  • Page 50: Disconnecting The Ac Power

    Connecting the AC Power 1. Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord. 2. Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC/DC adapter. 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the electrical outlet.

  • Page 51: Using The Battery Power

    Using the Battery Power 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 52: Installing The Battery Pack

    Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Align and place the battery to the battery tray with correct orientation. 2. Press down the battery pack to fasten the battery pack in the battery tray. 3.
  • Page 53 Releasing the Battery Pack It is always recommended to have another battery pack in reserve for enough power supply. Please contact your local dealer to purchase a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook. To remove the battery pack, following the steps below: 1.
  • Page 54 3-10...

  • Page 55: Battery Safety Tips

    3-11 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 56: Charging The Battery Pack

    3-12 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 57: Eco Power Saving Function

    3-13 ECO Power Saving Function Enabling the ECO Engine ECO Engine, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various 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. Read the instructions bellow to activate the ECO Engine power saving function: 1.
  • Page 58 3-14 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 59: Power Management In Windows Os

    3-15 Power Management in Windows OS Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to sleep or hibernate mode after a period of user inactivity. Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS: 1.
  • Page 60 3-16...

  • Page 61: Energy Saving Tips

    3-17 Energy Saving Tips Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer’s energy consumption. Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer’s power management.

  • Page 62: Basic Operations

    3-18 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 63: Having A Good Work Habit

    3-19 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 64: Knowing The Keyboard

    3-20 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 65: Typewriter Keys

    3-21 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 the Num Lock key to toggle the Num Lock on and off.

  • Page 66: Cursor Keys

    3-22 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 67: Function Keys

    3-23 The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between “insert” and “overtype” modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one space.
  • Page 68 3-24 Enable or disable the touchpad function. Decrease the LCD brightness. Increase the LCD brightness. Decrease the built-in speaker’s volume. Increase the built-in speaker’s volume. Disable the computer’s audio function. Force the computer into sleep state (depending on the system configuration).
  • Page 69 3-25 Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these quick launch buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently. Cinema ECO Engine (Power Saving) Webcam WLAN (WiFi) (optional)
  • Page 70 3-26 Bluetooth (optional) (optional) Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F10 button to turn the 3G function on.

  • Page 71: Knowing The Touchpad

    3-27 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 72: Using The Touchpad

    3-28 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 73 3-29 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 74: About Hard Disk Drive

    3-30 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 75: Using The Optical Storage Device

    3-31 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. DVD Super Multi: This device allows you to read DVD and CD, and record CD format. Blu-ray: It is a high-capacity optical disc that holds 4.5 hours of high-definition video (HD) on a single-sided, single-layer 25GB disk.
  • Page 76 3-32 Inserting the Disk The following instructions describe the general procedure when operating the optical storage device: Confirm that the notebook is turned on. Press the eject button on the panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended.
  • Page 77 3-33 Removing the Disk Follow the instructions below to remove the disk that is placed in the optical storage device: Press the eject button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended.

  • Page 78: Connecting The External Devices

    3-34 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 79 3-35 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.
  • Page 80 3-36 This notebook provides a HDMI port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new interface standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
  • Page 81 3-37 Connecting the External SATA Hard Disk device The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface brings to storage. The E-SATA standard interface supports “plug-and-play”...

  • Page 82: Connecting The Communication Devices

    3-38 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 83 3-39 Using Wireless LAN Connection (optionally supported) This notebook is equipped with wireless LAN module which allows users to perform fast data transmission with the standard IEEE 802.11 for wireless LAN. This gives users the mobility to move around within a broad coverage area and still be connected to the network. By using the 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption technology and Wi-Fi Protected Access feature, the optional built-in wirelesses LAN is capable to achieve a more efficient and a more secure solution to the wireless communication.
  • Page 84 3-40 Using Bluetooth Connection (optionally supported) This notebook is equipped with Bluetooth module which allows users to connect various Bluetooth-enabled devices to the notebook. Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, personal computers, printers, GPS receivers, PDAs, digital cameras, and video game consoles through a secure, globally unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) 2.4 GHz short-range radio frequency bandwidth.

  • Page 85: Components Replacement And Upgrade

    3-41 Components Replacement and Upgrade Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth module and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased.
  • Page 86 3-42 This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack, and the battery pack is replaceable by users. To replace the battery pack, please refer to the section of Using the Battery Power for details. This notebook is equipped with a wireless LAN / Bluetooth module, and the module may be upgradable and replaceable by authorized dealer or service center.
  • Page 87 3-43 To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s Manual provided. For any further information about the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product, if you are not an authorized dealer or service center, since it may cause the warranty void.

  • Page 88: Bios Setup

    CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup...

  • Page 89: 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 90: 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 item under the menu title. 1) Open the selected item to change setting options. 2) Bring up a sub-menu when available.

  • Page 91: 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. The BIOS items and figures shown here are for reference only. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory size and setting of system time and date.

  • Page 92: Main Menu

    Main Menu System Date This item allows you to set the system date. [day:month:date:year]. Month Date 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 93 System Information This item provides the information about the firmware, processor, and system memory.

  • Page 94: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows you to enable or disable Intel SpeedStep technology. When set to Disabled, the system always operates in a conserve power mode. 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 95 iCharger Function This notebook supports iCharger function. "iCharger" is the application used to detect if the iPad is connected and you can use it to charge iPad in Windows OS. System Performance Select this item to enhance system performance. USB Configuration Select this item to enter the sub-menu: -- Legacy USB Support Selecting Enabled allows users to use USB devices, such as mouse,...

  • Page 96: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu Set Boot Priority Configure settings during system boot. Boot Option #1, #2, #3, #4 These items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.

  • Page 97: Security Menu

    4-10 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 twenty-digit password and press [Enter]. password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory.
  • Page 98 4-11 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 99: Save & Exit Menu

    4-12 Save & Exit Menu Save Changes and Reset Save the changes you have made and reset the utility Discard Changes and Exit Ignore the previous configuration and exit the BIOS setup utility. Load Setup Defaults Select this item to load the default settings.

  • Page 100: Raid Level 0 Introduction

    4-13 RAID Level 0 Introduction RAID level 0 is normally used to increase performance, which splits data evenly across two or more disks with no parity information for redundancy. This allows one of the drives to read data while the other drive is searching for and reading the next block.

  • Page 101: Raid0 Setup

    4-14 RAID0 Setup This section helps user to set RAID level 0, generally used to increase performance, which splits data evenly across two or more disks with no parity information for redundancy. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2009 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot...
  • Page 102 4-15 Creating RAID Volume To create RAID Volume, follow the steps below: 1. Reboot during POST, the following message will appear then press <CTRL-I> to enter Configuration Utility. 2. Enter Main Screen of Intel Rapid Storage Technology. Select “Create RAID Volume”, and press ENTER. It takes BOTH hard disks in the notebook to make successful RAID0 volume...
  • Page 103 4-16 3. Create Volume Menu in the right appears, pressing ENTER to switch between various fields. Specify an RAID Volume name. Name Default: Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) RAID Level Disks Not currently available Stripe Size Adjustable Capacity Adjustable Not currently available Sync 4.
  • Page 104 4-17 5. A Warning message prompted to confirm the RAID volume creation, press “Y” to continue. 6. RAID information shows in the following screen indicating successful work.
  • Page 105 4-18 7. Select ESC to exit and press Y to confirm. Finally, restart the computer to finish RAID 0 setting. CAUTION: For users intended to use AHCI or RAID, set either item enabled in both BIOS PLUS Intel Rapid Storage Technology tool PRIOR to OS installation, or a screen showed error messages shall appear.
  • Page 106 4-19 Deleting RAID Volume To delete RAID Volume, follow the steps below: Select “Delete RAID Volume” field. CAUTION: Once RAID volume is deleted, the data within shall be lost consequently, which means OS reinstallation is needed afterwards. Select volume user intends to remove, then press DEL.
  • Page 107 4-20 A screen shows up to confirm RAID volume deletion, press “Y” to delete this volume.
  • Page 108 4-21 Possible Error Scenario: Following of two possible results might occur when you pressing CTRL+I, with only one HDD in your system. NO FUNCTION; due to RAID volume has not been created yet. Intel Rapid Storage Technology tool will not be showed up.

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