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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 ........................2-14 Left Side View......................... 2-16 Rear Side View........................2-18 Bottom Side View ........................2-19 Getting Started Power Management ........................3-2 Connecting the AC Power ......................3-2 Using the Battery Power......................3-4 ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function ..................3-9 Power Management in Windows OS ..................3-11 Energy Saving Tips.........................
  • Page 4 Time Stamp ..........................3-43 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 Security Menu........................... 4-9 Boot Menu ..........................4-11 Save &...

  • 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 Do not leave the equipment in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature above 60°C (140°F) or below 0°C (32°F), which may damage the equipment. The unit should be operated under maximum ambient temperature of 35°C (95°F). 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.
  • Page 9 Always keep the strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the equipment. 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 343(W) x 240(L) x 25.1~34.8(H) mm Weight < 2.2 kg (with 6-cell battery) Support Processor Intel Sandy Bridge (Dual Core & Quad Core) Special Notification The actual processor preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased. Please contact the local dealer for detailed information.
  • Page 27 Power AC/DC Adapter (option 1) 90W, 19V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 4.74A AC/DC Adapter (option 2) 65W, 19V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 3.42A RTC Battery Special Notification The actual battery pack that comes with the package may vary without notice.
  • Page 28 Video Graphics Discrete/ UMA (optional) CRT Output Supported HDMI Output Supported Dual View functions LCD or CRT will be auto detected when connected. I/O Port Monitor (VGA) 15 pin D-Sub x 1 x 3 (1 USB 3.0 optional) Mic-in/ Line-in Headphone-out RJ45 HDMI...
  • Page 29 Audio Sound Controller Realtek Sound Volume Adjust by K/B hot-key & SW WebCam CMOS 1.3M pixel camera Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only BIOS Fast Boot Support --- Yes Others Compliance 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 There is built-in microphone and its function is the same with microphone. 2. Webcam This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conference, and any other interactive applications. 3. Ambient Light Sensor Light Sensor is a feature which detects ambient light and control the display brightness for eye comfort and power saving.
  • Page 32 2-10 6. Time Stamp Button This notebook integrates Time Stamp function. You can press this button to call the function interface for backing up and recovering. 7. Touchpad This is a pointing device of the notebook. 8. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard. Function Smart Buttons Press the Fn button once to execute the Function Smart tool.
  • Page 33 2-11 Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press F5 button recurrently to switch among various power saving modes provided by ECO Engine, or to turn this function off. Refer to Power Management section of this manual for the detailed ECO Engine information of this ECO Engine, Power Saving Function.

  • Page 34: Front Side View

    2-12 Front Side View Card Reader Status LED 1. Card Reader The built-in card reader support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), SDXC (SD eXtended Capacity), MS (Memory Stick) or MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) cards. Contact the local dealer for further and correct information and be noted that the supported memory cards may vary without notice.
  • Page 35 2-13 RF LED Indicator: Glowing green when Wireless LAN (WiFi) or Bluetooth function is enabled. LED indicator goes out when this function is disabled. Warning: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED indicator goes out when you are in flight. Contact the local distributor for further information if necessary.

  • Page 36: Right Side View

    2-14 Right Side View Audio Port Connectors USB Port Optical Drive Device 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. Headphone out: Used for speakers or headphones. Mic In/Line In: Used for an external microphone.
  • Page 37 2-15 3. Optical Drive Device This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device. The actual device preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased.

  • Page 38: Left Side View

    2-16 Left Side View Power Connector RJ-45 Connector VGA Port Ventilator HDMI Connector USB Port 1. Power Connector To connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for the notebook. 2. RJ-45 Connector The Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection. 3.
  • Page 39 2-17 5. HDMI Connector 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. 6. USB Port The USB port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more.

  • Page 40: Rear Side View

    2-18 Rear Side View Battery Pack 1. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.

  • Page 41: Bottom Side View

    2-19 Bottom Side View Battery Lock/ Unlock Button Battery Pack Battery Release Button Ventilator 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.
  • Page 42 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. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.

  • Page 43: Getting Started

    CHAPTER 3 Getting Started...

  • Page 44: Power Management

    Power Management Connecting the AC power It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC power is connected, recharging the battery will start immediately. Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook;...
  • Page 45 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 46: 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 47 Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Locate the steady gutters of the battery pack, and t he battery bolts on the battery tray as shown right. 2. Align the steady gutters and battery bolts with correct orientation and make sure they are joined properly.
  • Page 48 Releasing the Battery Pack To release the battery pack, following the steps below: Make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position. Locate the battery release button on the bottom side.
  • Page 49 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 50 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 51: Eco Engine -- Power Saving Function

    ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function (Optionally Supported) Enabling the ECO Engine ECO Engine, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various power saving modes – Gaming mode, Entertainment 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 52 3-10 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 53: Power Management In Windows Os

    3-11 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/ Hibernate mode after a period of user inactivity. Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS: 1.
  • Page 54 3-12...

  • Page 55: Energy Saving Tips

    3-13 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 56: Basic Operations

    3-14 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 57: Having A Good Work Habit

    3-15 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 58: Knowing The Keyboard

    3-16 Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. Typewriter keys Numeric keys Cursor keys / The keyboard shown here Function keys may vary from the actual one.
  • Page 59 3-17 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. Num Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off. When this function is activated, you can use the numeric keys that are embedded in the typewriter keys.
  • Page 60 3-18 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 61 3-19 The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are used 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 62 3-20 Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press F3 button once to enable or disable the Smart Pad function. Smart Pad Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press Up button to adjust the display brightness to a higher level. Brightness Up Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page.
  • Page 63 3-21 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. Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press F4 button once to enable or disable the Light Sensor function.
  • Page 64 3-22 Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press F8 button to switch the Seamless Boot-up function on or off. When this function is set to be On, open the lid cover will boot up Seamless Boot-up the notebook directly.

  • Page 65: Knowing The Smart Pad

    3-23 Knowing the Smart Pad The Smart Pad integrated in your notebook allows users to perform various actions with multi-finger taps and gestures while operating the notebook, and is capable to detect the changes of the multi-finger movement performed by users precisely. This significant Smart Pad will surely bring users not only an efficient but also an enjoyable experience of using the notebook.
  • Page 66 3-24 Enabling the Smart Pad Press Fn once to bring Function Smart tool page. Then press F3 button once to enable or disable the Smart Pad function. Smart Pad Brief Usages to the Smart Pad For the further information on how to use the Smart Pad function specifically, please refer to the instructions of Smart Pad by double clicking the Smart Pad icon ( on the lower right side of the screen.
  • Page 67 3-25 Gestures Actions Functions Taping the touchpad once with Single clicking the Left button one finger. of the mouse. Double taping the touchpad Double clicking the Left button with one finger. of the mouse. Touch the touchpad with single finger and move around your Cursor moving.
  • Page 68 3-26 Gestures Actions Functions Move the cursor to a particular object with single finger. Select the object by tap the touchpad once Dragging an object. Double tap the selected object with single finger, and remain your finger on the touchpad. Move your finger to drag the selected object Touch the touchpad with two...
  • Page 69 3-27 Gestures Actions Functions Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad. Scrolling a page horizontally. Move the two fingers on the touchpad horizontally. Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad. Move two fingers to close each Zoom In/ Out the screen.
  • Page 70 3-28 Gestures Actions Functions Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad. Move a finger clockwise while another remains still to rotate a selected object clockwise. Rotating a selected object Refer to the first gesture. clockwise or counterclockwise.
  • Page 71 3-29 Gestures Actions Functions Taping the touchpad once with May be defined by Users. two fingers. Place and remain a finger on the touchpad for a while. Avoiding improper gesture Reading and measuring the reading dimension of the finger by the Smart Pad.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Using The Optical Drive Device

    3-31 Using the Optical Drive Device Your notebook is equipped with an optical drive 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. 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 74 3-32 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 the disk tray will slide out partially. 3.
  • Page 75 3-33 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 panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. 7. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended.

  • Page 76: 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, etc.
  • Page 77 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 78 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 79: Connecting The Communication Devices

    3-37 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 80 3-38 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 81 3-39 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 82: Components Replacement And Upgrade

    3-40 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 83 3-41 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 84 3-42 This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device, and this storage device may be upgradable and replaceable by the authorized dealer or service center. To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s Manual provided.

  • Page 85: Time Stamp

    3-43 Time Stamp This notebook is integrated with Time Stamp function. You can press this button to call the function interface for backing up and recovering. Whether the system is under the operation system or not, you can press this button to run Time Stamp tool.

  • Page 86: Bios Setup

    CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup...

  • Page 87: 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 88: 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 Press right arrow to select one menu title. menu title. Press up arrow to select one Press down arrow to select one item under the menu title.

  • Page 89: 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 90: Main Menu

    Main Menu System Date This item allows you to set the system date. The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Month The date from 01 to 31.
  • Page 91 System Information This item provides the information about the firmware, processor, and system memory.

  • Page 92: 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 93 SATA Mode Selection (optional) Use this item to enable or disable the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) Mode. Legacy USB Support Selecting Enabled allows users to use USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, or portable disk, in DOS system; or allows users to boot the system by USB device.

  • Page 94: Security Menu

    Security Menu Setup Administrator Password When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type a maximum of sixteen-digit password and press [Enter]. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory.
  • Page 95 4-10 The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are described below: The password is required only when users try to access to Setup BIOS SETUP UTILITY. The password is required every time when the Notebook is powered on or when users try to access to BIOS SETUP Always UTILITY.

  • Page 96: Boot Menu

    4-11 Boot Menu Boot Configuration Fast Boot Use this item to enable or disable the Fast Boot function. When it is enabled, the system will disable USB device, Logo, and set minimum recourses for booting fast. Setup Prompt Timeout This item is to set the number of seconds showing the tip of entering BIOS Setting Menu.
  • Page 97 4-12 Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1/ #2/ #3/ #4 These items show the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. Press Enter to read and choose the first and second boot device. Hard Drive BBS Priorities Press Enter to read the Hard Drive list and set boot priorities.

  • Page 98: Save & Exit Menu

    4-13 Save & Exit Menu Discard Changes and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Save Changes and Reset Save the changes you have made and reset the utility. Load Optimized Defaults Select this item to load the default settings. Boot Override If you want to boot from a specific drive, you can manually select a drive from the list to boot.

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