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Summary of Contents for MSI Megabook L745
- Page 1 Preface Chapter 1 General Introductions Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4...
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Page 2: Preface
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 3: Fcc Conditions
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. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Preface... -
Page 4: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery
Preface Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (Danish) ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri --- Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af same fabrikat og type. Levé det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Deutsch) VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. -
Page 5: Caution On Using Modem
Caution on Using Modem Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. -
Page 6: Macrovision Notice
Macrovision Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. -
Page 7: Weee Statement
The power cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. The equipment has been exposed to moisture. The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work according to User’s Manual. The equipment was dropped and damaged. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage. - Page 8 Preface über (Deutsch) Gemäß Richtlinie 2002/96/EG Elektro- 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. (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...
- Page 9 Preface dichos productos al termino de su período de vida. (Nederlands) De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus..
- Page 10 Preface likvidovat "elektrické a elektronické výrobky" v běžném komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení jejich životnosti. (MAGYAR) Az Európai Unió („EU") 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elektronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló...
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Page 11: Trademarks
Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows®98/ME, 2000/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc. PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Notebook Memory Card International Association. -
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of Content Preface Regulations Information ... II FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... II FCC Conditions ... III Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery ...IV Caution on Using Modem ...V CD-ROM Drive Notice ...V Macrovision Notice ...VI Safety Instructions ...VI WEEE Statement ...VII Trademarks ...XI Release History ...XI... - Page 13 Top-open View ...2-6 Front View...2-9 Right-side View...2-12 Left-side View ...2-14 Rear View ...2-15 Bottom View...2-16 Power Management ...2-18 AC Adapter...2-18 Battery Pack ...2-19 Using the Battery Pack...2-22 Basic Operations ...2-24 Safety and Comfort Tips...2-24 Have a Good Work Habit ...2-25 Knowing the Keyboard ...2-26 Knowing the Touchpad ...2-31 About Hard Disk Drive...2-35...
- Page 14 Removing the PC card ...3-8 Express Card Installation (Optional) ...3-9 Installing the Express card ...3-9 Removing the Express card ...3-9 Safely Remove Hardware...3-10 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...4-7...
- Page 15 Preface Chapter 1 General Introductions Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4...
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Page 16: How To Use This Manual
General Introductions ongratulations on becoming a new 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. - Page 17 General Introductions Chapter 3, Customizing this Notebook, gives instructions not only in connecting the mouse, keyboard, webcam, printer, external monitor, IEEE 1394 devices, and communication devices, but also in installing and removing the PC card. Chapter 4, BIOS setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use.
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Page 18: Unpacking
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 19: Getting Started
Preface Chapter 1 General Introductions Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4... -
Page 20: Specification
Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight Processor Type Support Processor L1 Cache L2 Cache FSB Speed Core Chips North Bridge South Bridge Memory Technology Memory Maximum Power AC Adapter Battery Type RTC Battery 395 (W) x 278 (D) x 26.5~34.9 (H) mm 3.6 kg uFCPGA (478pin) Yonah Processor (dual core) - Page 21 Storage HDD form factor Optical Device I/O Port Monitor(VGA) IEEE1394 Headphone Out (SPDIF Out supported) Mic-in Line-in Line-out RJ11 RJ45 TV-Out Card Reader Communication Port 56K Fax/MODEM Bluetooth 2.5 inch, 9.5 mm(H), 5400RPM, 40/ 60/ 80/ 100 GB DVD Combo / DVD dual / Super Multi / Lightscribe (Devices listed here may vary without notice) 26 pin DVI-I port x 1...
- Page 22 Wireless LAN PCMCIA Slot CardBus Express Card (Optional) Slot Display LCD Type Brightness Video Graphics Camera Mini PCI-E 3945 ABG (Optional) Type II x 1 Support Express Card Slot x 1 17" WXGA + Glare / Anti-Glare (Optional) 17" WSXGA + Glare / Anti Glare (Optional) Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys UMA: Embedded in North bridge Discrete: MXM type II module...
- Page 23 CMOS Audio Sound Controller Sound Codec chip Internal Speaker SoundBlaster Sound Volume Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Hole Compliance Optional Embedded in South Bridge Azalia interface, ALC 883 4 Speakers with housing 1W x 2 and 1.5W x 2 SoundBlaster compatible (Not support DOS) Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key &...
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Page 24: Top-Open View
Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of your notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Note: The notebook shown here may vary from the actual one. Top-open View Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover (LCD Panel). - Page 25 Cover Latch (Internal View) It is a bounce-back device to lock the cover with the deck when closing your notebook. Rubber Pads Protect your notebook from random closing. Status LED Hard Disk In-use: Blinking Red when the notebook is accessing the hard disk drive. Num Lock: Glowing Green when the Num Lock function is activated.
- Page 26 Quick Launch Buttons and Power Button Power Button: To turn the notebook power ON and OFF. Quick Launch Buttons: Simply click the quick launch buttons to speed up the starting of the programs in common use. It helps you to do works more efficiently. From the top to the bottom, the quick launch buttons are E-mail, Internet, WLAN &...
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Page 27: Front View
Front View Consumer Infrared It is used to transfer the Remote Controller signal to control the device. Cover Latch (External View) Press Cover Latch rightward and lift the cover. bounce back when loosing it. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. - Page 28 Line In: Used for an external audio device. Connect the Surround Right and Left speakers here. Microphone: Used for an external microphone. Connect the Center and Subwoofer speakers here Status LED Battery Status Glowing green when the battery is being charged. Glowing orange when the battery is in low battery status.
- Page 29 IEEE 1394 The IEEE 1394 port is a high-speed bus that allows you to connect high-end digital devices such as the DV (digital video camera). 3 in 1 Card Reader The built-in card reader supports MMC (multi-media card), SD (secure digital), and MS (memory stick) cards.
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Page 30: Right-Side View
Right-side View Express Card Slot The computer provides an Express Card slot. The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface. The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scalable, high-bandwidth serial PCI Express and USB 2.0 interfaces. 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... - Page 31 PC Card Slot This notebook provides a PC card slot to support one Type-II PC card for expansion functions, such as LAN/WLAN card, modem card, memory card, etc. S-Video Connector By using a Super VHS (S-Video) cable, this connector allows you to connect a television (NTSC/PAL system) to use as a computer display.
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Page 32: Left-Side View
Left-side View TV-Tuner Connector (Optional) This notebook provides you with a high quality TV viewing experience via the TV-Tuner Connector. connector; or Analog TV-tuner connector; or Hybrid TV-tuner connector, depending on the model you purchase. Check the local dealer for detailed information. -
Page 33: Rear View
Rear View Battery Pack (Rear View) This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. RJ-45 Connector The 10/100 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection. Power Connector To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the notebook. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. -
Page 34: Bottom View
Bottom View Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. Battery Lock/Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is pushed to unlock position, the battery is removable. - Page 35 Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. Stereo Speaker Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
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Page 36: Power Management
Power Management 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 37: Battery Pack
Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC adapter, you should: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. Unplug the connector from the notebook. Disconnect the power cord and the connector of AC adapter. When unplugging the power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. -
Page 38: Replacing The Battery Pack
Replacing the Battery Pack Insert the right side of battery pack into the compartment. Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place. After the right side of the battery pack fitting the right track, then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber. Make sure the Lock/Unlock Button is in lock position. - Page 39 Warning Do not try to disassemble THE BATTERY PACK. Please follow your local laws and regulations to recycle the unused battery pack. 2-21 Getting Started...
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Page 40: 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 41: Charging The Battery Pack
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 42: Basic Operations
Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the Notebook, please read the following tips to make yourself safe and 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 long periods of time. -
Page 43: Have A Good Work Habit
Keep your hands and feet with Adjust the optimal comfort. angle and position of LCD panel. Adjust the desk’s height. Have 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 44: Knowing The Keyboard
Getting Started Knowing the Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard and an additional [Fn] key for specific functions on the Notebook. The keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. -
Page 45: Typewriter Keys
Typewriter Keys The function of these Typewriter keys is the major function of the keyboard, which is similar to the keys on a typewriter. It also provides several keys for special purposes, such as the [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... -
Page 46: Cursor Keys
Cursor Keys The keyboard provides four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys at the lower right corner, which 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. -
Page 47: Numeric Keys
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 48: Function Keys
Function Keys Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( ) on the keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. For more information of the two keys, please refer to your Windows manual or online help. -
Page 49: Knowing The Touchpad
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. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on it and control the cursor on the screen by moving your finger. -
Page 50: Using The Touchpad
Using the Touchpad Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad: Positioning and Moving Place your finger on the touchpad (usually using the forefinger), and the rectangular pad will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. When you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will move simultaneously in the same direction. - Page 51 desired location; finally, release the left button to finish the drag-and-drop operation. Using the Touchpad Move the cursor by sliding your fingertip. Put your wrist on the desk comfortably. 2-33 Getting Started...
- Page 52 Getting Started Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-hand 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.
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Page 53: About Hard Disk Drive
About Hard Disk Drive Your Notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) 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 devices. - Page 54 Using the Optical Device Your Notebook is equipped with an optical storage device. The actual device installed in your Notebook depends on the model you purchased. DVD Combo Drive: This device allows you to read DVD and CD, and record CD format. DVD Dual Drive: In addition to read DVD and CD, this device allows you to record CD format and both the –R/RW and +R/RW DVD formats.
- Page 55 Inserting the Disk The following instruction describes the general procedure when operating the optical storage device. Confirm that the Notebook is turned on. Press the Eject Button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended. Place your disk in the tray with its label facing up.
- Page 56 Removing the Disk Press the Eject Button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended. Hold the disk by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray. Push the tray back into the drive.
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Page 57: Customizing This Notebook
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Page 58: Connecting The External Devices
Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. Modem IEEE 1394 Device Mouse/ Keyboard Customizing this Notebook Monitor Web Cam Television Microphone Printer Speakers/ Earphones... -
Page 59: Connecting The Peripheral Devices
Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the Mouse You can connect a mouse to your Notebook through the PS/2 port or USB port. If there is no PS/2 port available on your Notebook, but you only have mouse of PS/2 connector, please purchase a PS/2-USB connector first. To connect the mouse: Turn on the Notebook and install the mouse driver. -
Page 60: Connecting The Webcam
Connecting the WebCam You can connect a WebCam to your Notebook through the USB port to connect the WebCam: Turn on the Notebook and install the WebCam driver. Connect your WebCam to the Notebook. The Notebook may auto detect your WebCam driver and enable the WebCam function. -
Page 61: Connecting The Ieee 1394 Devices
Plug the monitor’s D-type connector into the Notebook’s VGA port. Connect the monitor’s power cord and turn on the monitor. Turn on the Notebook and the monitor should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2]. Alternately, you can change the display mode by configuring the settings in Display Properties of Windows operating system. -
Page 62: Connecting The Communication Devices
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. This built-in 10/100 Base-T LAN module supports data transfer rate up to 100Mbps. -
Page 63: Pc Card Installation
PC Card Installation The PC card slot of your Notebook allows you to install comprehensive Type-II PC cards that support various functions for your necessary, including the LAN/WLAN card, modem card and memory card. The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the PC card, including how to install and remove it. -
Page 64: Removing The Pc Card
Removing the PC card Press the Eject Button to make it stretch out. Push the Eject Button and the PC card will slide out. Pull it out of the slot. Do not hold the “golden finger” when installing the PC card; otherwise, it may cause interference or damage to the PC card. -
Page 65: Express Card Installation (Optional)
Express Card Installation (Optional) This computer provides an Express Card slot. The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface. The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scalable, high-bandwidth serial PCI Express and USB 2.0 interfaces. -
Page 66: Safely Remove Hardware
Customizing this Notebook Safely Remove Hardware If you connect any peripheral device to your system, 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. -
Page 67: Bios Setup
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Page 68: 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 requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default BIOS settings. -
Page 69: 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 right arrow to select one menu title. Press up arrow to select one item under the menu title. -
Page 70: Bios Setup Menu
BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main menu will appear on the screen. The Main menu displays the system information, including the basic configuration. The pictures shown in this chapter are for reference only, and may vary from the actual ones. -
Page 71: Main Menu
Main menu System Overview System Overview will show you BIOS version and other information about its build date and update notes. Following is CPU’s information about its Type and Speed. 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. - Page 72 w System Date This item allows you to set the system date. [day:month:date:year]. Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). Month The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Date The date from 01 to 31. Year The year can be adjusted by users.
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Page 73: Advanced Menu
Advanced menu Advanced Settings w Primary IDE Master/ Slave The two items display the types of the primary master/slave IDE devices installed in the Notebook. Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode, PIO mode and more. - Page 74 BIOS Setup 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. Setting options: Enabled, and Disabled.
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Page 75: Boot Menu
Boot menu Boot Settings w Quiet Boot This item enables you to show the vendor logo on the boot-up screen. Settings options: Disabled and Enabled. The default setting is Enabled. w 1st, 2nd , 3rd and 4th Boot Device These items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. -
Page 76: Security Menu
BIOS Setup Security menu Security Settings w Change Supervisor/User Password When you select the function, a message box will appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type the password you want, up to six characters in length and press [Enter]. - Page 77 When the Supervisor Password is set, the new item User Access Level and Password Check will be added in the menu. You can make further settings of access right in the User Access Level item. Setting options: No Access, View Only, Limited and Full Access. The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented.
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Page 78: Exit Menu
Exit menu Exit Options w Save Changes and Exit Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. w Discard Changes and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. w Discard Changes Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility.