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Gigabyte Notebook W476 User Manual

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2008
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All Right Reserved - Printed in China
W476 / W576 Notebook User's Manual
Original Issue: 2008/08
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for
accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
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Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Intel
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Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology.
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  • Page 1 ® ® Intel , Centrino™, Centrino Duo™, Pentium M, Banias, Calexico are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. ® ® Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology. All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your notebook. When Using Your W476 / W576 Notebook Computer CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body.
  • Page 3 • When traveling, do not check your notebook as baggage. You can put your notebook through an X-ray security machine, but never put your notebook through a metal detector. If you have your note- book checked by hand, be sure to have a charged battery ready in case you are asked to turn on your notebook.

  • Page 4: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 5 CE Notice (European Union) This symbol indicates this W476 / W576 notebook computer complies with the EMC Directive and the European Union’s Low Voltage Directive. This symbol also indicates that W451U meets the following technical standards: • EN 55022 — “Limitations and Methods of Measurement for the Radio Interferences of Information Technology Equipment.”...
  • Page 6 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of a Notebook computer! Your new notebook features the most innovative features in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture, providing you with a personal computer that is compact, powerful, and easy to use. Designed for a wide range of general, business, and personal productivity applications, this notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office, at home, and on the road.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Content Safety instructions ... I Regulatory Notices ... III Preface ... V Chapter 1 Operating Basics 1.1 Using the Battery Pack ...02 1.2 Connecting the AC Adapter ...03 1.3 Turning Your Notebook On and Off ...03 1.4 Installing W476 / W576 Device Drivers ...04 1.5 Using the Power button ...04 1.6 Keyboad Functions ...05 1.7 Using the Touchpad ...08...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Operating Basics

    W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 1 Operating Basics This chapter will show you how to operate your W476 / W576 notebook computer, including connecting the AC adaptor, turning the computer on/off, using touch-pad, keyboard, hot keys, battery, and so on.

  • Page 9: Using The Battery Pack

    1.1 Using the Battery Pack W476 / W576 notebook computer is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • AC power (using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet) • Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack You should use the AC adapter whenever possible; use the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    1.2 Connecting the AC Adapter The AC adapter converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and outputs power at 19V, 4.74A for W476V / W576V (19V, 3.42A for W476M / W576M), allowing you to use your notebook computer in almost any region.

  • Page 11: Installing W476 / W576 Device Drivers

    1.4 Installing W476 / W576 Device Drivers If your W476 / W576 Notebook Computer already has an operating system installed, it is best to install all necessary device drivers in order for he hardware to properly function. Before installing drivers, check with your vendors to see if they have already installed all the drivers with the operating system, if not, please follow the steps below: 1.

  • Page 12: Keyboad Functions

    1.6 Keyboad Functions W476 / W576 notebook computer is equipped with a standard typewriter-layout keyboard and has extra features. Basic Keypad Keypad Function Desription <Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many text editing programs, the <Enter> key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what an ordinary typewriter does.
  • Page 13 <Num Lk> key. Activates the embedded 15-key numeric keypad. <Fn>+<Scr Lk> key. Used in most programs to scroll the screen without having to move the cursor. The keys are in color-coded blue. <Cap Lock> key. Used in most programs to always activate uppercase letters.
  • Page 14 ►Windows Keys◄ Description +[F1] Opens help and support Explores my computer Finds document Minimizes all + Shift + M Undoes minimize all Displays run dialog box + Tab Activates next taskbar button W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL ►Basic keypad◄ you can input letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and special symbols with it.

  • Page 15: Using The Touchpad

    1.7 Using the Touchpad The Touchpad is a pressure-sensitive pointing device that provides all of the features of a two-button mouse; its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen. Touchpad Since the Touchpad is a pressure-sensitive device, therefore proper care should be attended to in order to prevent damage.

  • Page 16: Storage

    1.8 Storage ►Hard Disk◄ W476 / W576 notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system as well as software programs. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting. ...

  • Page 17: Inroducing The Camera

    1.9 Inroducing the camera Your W476 / W576 notebook computer comes with a built-in cam- era.With this camera, you can conduct videoconferences with your friends or colleagues whenever and wherever as if they are right in front of you. It also works as a digital camera (with a resolution up to 2.0 Megapixel) that you can use to take snapshots instantly.
  • Page 18 Click on GeForce 9300 (W476V) or 9600 (W576V) tab. Choose nView Display Settings to adjust. ■ W476M / W576M Choose Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile. Click Graphics Properties to adjust. W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL Single Display (for both W476V / W576V and W476M / W576M) In Single Display mode, you can choose which device to apply as the Primary display.

  • Page 19: Protecting Your W476 / W576 Notebook Computer

    Tip: In order to ensure problem-free video display, when you use an external monitor, change the output mode in the Display properties dialog box first. After changing the output mode, you can then use the video display hot keys. Note: Light or dark pixels may appear on the LCD screen as a result of LCD’s manufacturing limitations, however, this will not effect your LCD screen’s normal functions.
  • Page 20 Using a system protecing: You can only enter the BIOS setup utility only when the computer is turned on, in another word, between the time it’s turned on and before the Windows splash screen appears. If your computer is already turned on, reboot your computer and press the F2 key to enter the setup utility.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals

    Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals This chapter will show you step-by-step how to connect your peripherals to the W476 / W576 notebook computer.

  • Page 22: Using The Usb Port

    2.1 Using the USB Port The USB port allows multiple peripherals to run simultaneously on a single computer. These peripherals may include: floppy drives, mouse, digital cameras, scanners, printers, optical disk drive, keyboards, and games devices...etc. The USB Port can also act as a hub or as an external workstation.

  • Page 23: Using The Port Replicator Connector

    2.3 Using the Port Replicator Connector( W576 Only ) Port Replicator Connector allows you to connect an external port replicator devices (optional). This external device is an easy one- step connectivity solution whether at home or the office. 1. DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your Port Replicator.

  • Page 24: Using The Lan Port

    2.4 Using the LAN Port 1. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or the HUB. 2. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer’s LAN port. ► W476 LAN Port ► W576 LAN Port W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.5 Using the Modem Port The built-in fax/data modem allows you to connect a phone line to...

  • Page 25: Using The E-Sata Port

    2.6 Using the e-SATA Port With the built-in e-SATA port, you can connect your e-SATA- compatible peripherals for data backup. The Windows operating system will automatically recognize the device and install appropriate driver(s) for it. Yet it is still recommended to install the drivers that came with your peripherals.

  • Page 26: Connecting To The Hdmi Port

    2.8 Connecting to the HDMI Port Your W476 / W576 notebook computer comes with an HDMI port which allows you to connect your computer to an external television set. This is possible by using an HDMI cable: ►W476 HDMI port ►W576 HDMI port W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.9 MS/ MS PRO/MS DUO/MMC/SD Cards...

  • Page 27: Using Your Bluetooth (Optional) And Wireless Devices

    2.10 Using your Bluetooth (optional) and Wireless devices. Your W476 / W576 computer supports both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi compatible devices. You can press Fn+Esc to enable or disable Bluetooth function only and press Fn+F2 to turn on/off wireless function only. ****For how to connect your Bluetooth and wireless device to your computer, please refer to the manual from your hardware manufacturers.****...

  • Page 28: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    W476 / W576 NOTEBOOK SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 3 Troubleshooting In this chapter, we will list some frequently encountered technical problems and tell you how to resolve them.

  • Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions

    3.1 Frequently Asked Questions  My computer switches to hibernation mode much too quickly and I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse to bring back the screen. What can I do? This is part of Windows Power Management. Access Power Management by clicking on Start / Control Panel / Performance and Maintenance / Power Options, and change the time next to the “Turn off monitor”...
  • Page 30  My computer says: “CMOS Battery Low”, what should I do? If your computer is without power (i.e. unplug the computer power source from the power outlet and remove the battery pack from it) for over 45 days, you would lose the information stored in CMOS.

  • Page 31: Appendix A W476 Specifications

    Appendix A W476 Specifications This appendix lists technical and hardware specifications of your W476 notebook computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not completely match your notebook computer’s actual specifications. Specification is subject to change without notice, and the present manual may be modified at a later time.
  • Page 32 • Intergrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection • Built-in 56Kbps V.92 fax/data modern • Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • Dual band antenna Intel® Wireless LAN Shirley Peak (1x2) a/g/n (Intel® WiFi Link 5100) (Option) Audio • Built-in High Definition Audio •...

  • Page 33: Appendix B W576 Specifications

    Appendix B W576 Specifications This appendix lists technical and hardware specifications of your W576 notebook computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not completely match your notebook computer’s actual specifications. Specification is subject to change without notice, and the present manual may be modified at a later time.
  • Page 34 • Intergrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet connection • Built-in 56Kbps V.92 fax/data modern • Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports • Dual band antenna Intel® Wireless LAN Shirley Peak (1x2) a/g/n (Intel® WiFi Link 5100) (Option) Audio • Built-in High Definition Audio •...

  • Page 35: Appendix C Service Centers

    Appendix C Service Centers This appendix will list our global service centers for your W476 / W576 notebook computer.
  • Page 36 Taiwan (Headquarters) GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Bau Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien, Taipei 231, Taiwan TEL: +886 (2) 8912-4000 FAX: +886 (2) 8912-4004 WEB Address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/ WEB Address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw/ U.S.A. G.B.T. INC. TEL: +1 (626) 854-9338 FAX: +1 (626) 854-9339 WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.us China G.B.T.

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