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  • Page 3 Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
  • Page 4 Preface R&TTE Directive This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc- tive 1999/5/EC. This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Lux- embourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slov- enia.

  • Page 5: Fcc Statement

    Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.

  • Page 6: Fcc Rf Radiation Exposure Statement

    Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 8: Instructions For Care And Operation

    Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy...
  • Page 9 Preface Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.

  • Page 10: Power Safety

    Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements:  • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, Power Safety uninterrupted power supply.

  • Page 11: Polymer Battery Precautions

    Preface Polymer Battery Precautions Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides the general battery precaution information overleaf. • Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling, however this is part of the battery’s safety mecha- nism and is not a cause for concern.

  • Page 12: General Battery Precautions

    Preface General Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer. • Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on. • Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.

  • Page 13: Cleaning

    Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock.

  • Page 14: Travel Considerations

    Preface Travel Considerations Packing As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
  • Page 15 Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, keep these points in mind: Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very common.
  • Page 16 Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints.

  • Page 17: Lcd Screen Care

    Preface Lighting Proper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. • Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. •...
  • Page 18 Preface LCD Electro-Plated Logos Note that in computers featuring a raised LCD electro-plated logo, the logo is covered by a protective adhesive. Due to general wear and tear, this adhesive may deteriorate over time and the exposed logo may develop sharp edges.

  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Notice .................I Keyboard ................1-9 FCC Statement ..............III Function Keys & Visual Indicators ......1-10 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: ......IV System Map: Front & Rear Views .......1-11 Instructions for Care and Operation ....... VI System Map: Right View ..........1-12 Power Safety ..............
  • Page 20 Preface Inserting and Removing ExpressCards ......2-7 Shut down ..............3-7 Audio Features ...............2-8 Configuring the Power Buttons ........3-8 Setup for Audio Recording ..........2-9 Resuming Operation ............3-9 Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound ......2-10 Battery Information ............3-10 Dolby Settings .............2-12 Conserving Battery Power ...........3-11 HDMI Audio Configuration ........2-13 Battery Life ..............3-12 Audio Setup for LCD Monitors/...
  • Page 21 Preface LAN ................4-7 System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) .....5-7 Card Reader ..............4-7 BIOS Revision/VGA Card etc. (Main Menu) ....5-7 TouchPad ...............4-8 Advanced Menu .............5-8 USB 3.0 ................4-8 Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) ....5-8 Hot Key ................4-8 SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu) .....5-9 Audio ................4-8 Legacy USB Support: (Advanced Menu) ......5-9 Windows Experience Index ...........4-9...
  • Page 22 Preface Exit Menu ..............5-18 Intel® Wi-Fi Link Series Driver Installation ....7-13 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation ........7-13 Upgrading The Computer Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7 ..7-14 Intel® My WiFi Configuration ........7-17 Overview ................6-1 Windows Mobility Center ...........7-29 When Not to Upgrade ............6-2 PC Camera Module ............7-30 Removing the Battery ............6-3 PC Camera Driver Installation ........7-31...
  • Page 23 Preface Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation ......7-62 Antenna Jack ..............A-2 User Enrollment ............7-63 Consumer Infrared Transceiver ........A-2 Fingerprint Control Center Features ......7-66 DC-In Jack ..............A-2 Trusted Platform Module ..........7-67 DVI-Out Port ..............A-2 Enabling & Activating TPM ........7-67 e-SATA Port ..............A-3 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Driver Installation ..7-69 HDMI-Out Port .............A-3 Initializing TPM ............7-69 Headphone-Out Jack .............A-3...
  • Page 24 Preface AMD Video Driver Controls Slots ................D-4 Card Reader ..............D-4 Video Driver Installation ..........C-1 Interface ................D-4 Video (VGA) Communication .............D-5 Catalyst™ Control Center ..........C-2 Security .................D-5 Catalyst™ Control Center Preferences Operating System ............D-5 Display Devices & Options .......... C-7 Power Management ............D-5 Configuring an External Display In the CCC ....

  • Page 25: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: •...

  • Page 26: Advanced Users

    Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 “Upgrading The Computer”...

  • Page 27: Not Included

    Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 7) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.  Drivers If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install the appropriate drivers.

  • Page 28: System Software

    Quick Start Guide System Software  Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, TV Tuner Module Support you will find the Windows 7 operating system is supported. Note that the TV Tuner Note: In order to run Windows 7 without limitations or decreased performance, your module (factory) option...

  • Page 29: System Startup

    Quick Start Guide System Startup 1. Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface. 2. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. 3. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

  • Page 30: System Map: Lcd Panel Open & Top View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: LCD Panel Open & Top View Figure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open  & Top View 1. Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device 2. Built-In Microphone Operation Aboard 3. LCD Aircraft 4. LED Status Indicators The use of any portable elec- 5.

  • Page 31: Led Indicators

    Quick Start Guide LED Indicators Icon Color Description The LED indicators display helpful information about the current status of the computer. Icon Color Description Orange DC Power is Plugged In Green The Computer is On Blinking The Computer is In Sleep Mode Blue Scroll Lock is Activated Green...

  • Page 32: Touch Sensor Instant Keys

    Quick Start Guide Touch Sensor Instant Keys Press the Touch Sensor Instant Keys on the computer to toggle the appropriate function on/off. When a module is powered on the appropriate icon will be highlighted blue. Icon Description Mute Toggle Bluetooth Module (optional) Power Toggle Wireless LAN Module (optional) Power Toggle PC Camera Module Power Toggle Volume Control (Press and hold your finger at either end...

  • Page 33: Keyboard

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard  The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and Other Keyboards features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. See Table 1 - 4, on page 1 - 10 for full function key combination details.

  • Page 34: Function Keys & Visual Indicators

    Quick Start Guide Function Keys & Visual Indicators The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. In addition to the basic function key combinations; visual indicators (see the table below) are available when the Hot Key driver is in- 8).

  • Page 35: System Map: Front & Rear Views

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 4 Front View 1. ExpressCard Slot (see page 2. Consumer Infrared Transceiver (enabled with optional TV Tuner only) 3. LED Power Indicators 4. DC-In Jack 5. Vent/Fan Intake ...

  • Page 36: System Map: Right View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Right View Figure 1 - 5 Right View 1. Line-In Jack 2. S/PDIF-Out Jack 3. Microphone-In Jack 4. Headphone-In Jack 5. 3 * USB 2.0 Ports 6. Security Lock Slot  USB Ports Note that the connections to the USB ports only fit one way, do not force them. ...

  • Page 37: System Map: Left View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 6 Left View 1. Speaker 2. DVI-Out Port 3. Cable (CATV) Antenna Jack 4. RJ-45 LAN Jack 5. HDMI-Out Port 6. 2 * USB 3.0 Ports 7. eSATA Port  8.
  • Page 38 Quick Start Guide   Changing DVD Regional Codes Disk Eject Warning Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device Don’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is ac- Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + cessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”. Stop next to DVD/CD-ROM drives.

  • Page 39: System Map: Bottom View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Bottom View Figure 1 - 7 Bottom View 1. Sub Woofer 2. Fan Outlet/Intake 3. Component Bay Cover 4. Battery (Secondary HDD Bay - HDD3) 5. Primary HDD Bay (HDD1 & 2)  Overheating  To prevent your comput- Battery Information er from overheating make...

  • Page 40: Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 7 (and most other Windows versions) are ac- cessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop.

  • Page 41: Video Features

    Quick Start Guide Video Features This computer features two different (either AMD or NVIDIA) video options. You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances and Personalization) in Win- dows 7. To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: Click Start and click Control Panel.

  • Page 42: Screen Resolution

    Quick Start Guide Screen Resolution  Video Options Note that card types, specifica- tions and drivers are subject to continual updates and changes. Check with your service center for the latest details on video cards supported. Figure 1 - 9 - Screen Resolution 1 - 18 Video Features...

  • Page 43: Nvidia Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide NVIDIA Control Panel You can access the NVIDIA Control Panel as follows: Click Start, and click Control Panel. Click NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 10) - In the Appearances and Personalization category. “NVIDIA Video Driver Controls” on page B - 1 for full details on control panels etc.

  • Page 44: Catalyst Control Center

    Quick Start Guide Catalyst Control Center You can access the Catalyst Control Center as follows: Right-click the desktop and select Catalyst Control Center (Figure 1 - 11). Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 11) in the Windows notification area (or right-click the icon and select Catalyst Control Center).

  • Page 45: Power Options

    Quick Start Guide Power Options The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows (see page 16) allows you to configure power management features for your computer. You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the options for the power button, sleep button, computer lid (when closed), display and sleep mode from the left menu.
  • Page 46 Quick Start Guide 1 - 22...

  • Page 47: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer: • Hard Disk Drive • Optical Device • Multi-In-1 Card Reader •...

  • Page 48: Hard Disk Drive

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Hard Disk Drive  The hard disk drive(s) issuer) used to store your data in the computer. The hard Power Safety disks) can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm.

  • Page 49: Optical Device

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Optical Device  There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de- Sound Volume vice will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage” on page D - 3).

  • Page 50: Handling Cds Or Dvds

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Handling CDs or DVDs  Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be CD Emergency Eject accessed.

  • Page 51: Dvd Regional Codes

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on page 1 - DVD Regional Coding Table 2 - 1 Region Geographical Location DVD Regional Coding USA, Canada Western Europe, Japan, South Africa, Middle East &...

  • Page 52: Multi-In-1 Card Reader

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Multi-In-1 Card Reader  The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the Card Reader Cover card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk (s).

  • Page 53: Expresscard Slot

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer ExpressCard Slot  The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot that reads Express Card/34 ExpressCard formats. ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA (PC Cards). Slot Cover Inserting and Removing ExpressCards Make sure you keep the •...

  • Page 54: Audio Features

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Sound Volume panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar/ Adjustment control panel (right-click the taskbar icon to bring up an audio menu).

  • Page 55: Setup For Audio Recording

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Setup for Audio Recording To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc- tions below: Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel) and make sure you are in Classic View. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the taskbar icon and select Sound Manager).

  • Page 56: Setup For 5.1 Or 7.1 Surround Sound

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound  To setup your system for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound you will need to connect the au- dio cables to the Headphone-Out, Line-In, Microphone-In jack and S/PDIF-Out Fn + 5 Audio Toggle jacks (note: the S/PDIF jack is used for 7.1 surround sound only) .
  • Page 57 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Plug the front speaker cables into the Headphone-Out Jack. Plug in the other cables (you may require an adapter to connect each cable to the appropriate jack e.g a stereo mini to dual RCA adapter) from your speakers as follows: •...

  • Page 58: Dolby Settings

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Dolby Settings You can adjust the Dolby settings from the Dolby tab in Speakers Properties. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound). Click Playback (tab).

  • Page 59: Hdmi Audio Configuration

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer HDMI Audio Configuration As HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video sig- nals you can configure the audio output as per the instructions below. Audio Setup for HDMI Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).

  • Page 60: Audio Setup For Lcd Monitors/Tvs With Hdmi Input

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Audio Setup for LCD Monitors/TVs with HDMI Input Some LCD monitors/TVs support HDMI input, but DO NOT have built-in digital audio decoders. Where this is the case, when playing DVDs in Windows Media Player/CyberLink Power DVD, a background noise can occur. If this situation does arise then please follow the instructions below.
  • Page 61 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer HDMI Notes  • Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt- ing to play audio/video sources through the device. Other Applications • If you disconnect the HDMI cable the default audio playback device will not If you are using a third revert to speakers until the computer is restarted (if you do not wish to restart the party application to play...

  • Page 62: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse  The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to Mouse Driver your computer through one of the USB ports. The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse.
  • Page 63 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Once you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “TouchPad” on page 4 - 8) you  can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Windows, or by double- clicking the TouchPad driver icon on the taskbar.

  • Page 64: Gestures And Device Settings

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Gestures and Device Settings  The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (ac- Show Video tion) on the surface of the TouchPad to perform specific actions to manipulate doc- uments, objects and applications.
  • Page 65 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Scrolling The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the TouchPad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight con- tinuous motion).
  • Page 66 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Rotating Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree increments. Place a finger down on the left “target” zone and keep it stationary. Place another finger near the middle of the TouchPad and slide it in a circular motion around the stationary finger (clockwise or counterclockwise) to rotate the object.

  • Page 67: Adding A Printer

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Adding a Printer  The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions will Parallel Printer help you to add a printer; however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for specific instructions and configuration options.
  • Page 68 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer 2 - 22...

  • Page 69: Power Management

    Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management  Overview OS Note Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man- functions will vary slight- agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer ly depending on your (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.

  • Page 70: The Power Sources

    Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack. AC/DC Adapter Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ DC adapter will damage the computer and its components (see page Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer.

  • Page 71: Turning On The Computer

    Power Management Turning On the Computer  Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- Forced Off er button on the front panel. If the system “hangs”, When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ and the Ctrl + Alt + Del Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and key combination doesn’t...

  • Page 72: Power Plans

    Power Management Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You Resuming can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one. Operation The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and Table 3 - 1, on to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
  • Page 73 Power Management Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma- chine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power). Choose High performance (you may need to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan) for maximum performance when the computer is pow- ered from an AC power source.

  • Page 74: Power-Saving States

    Power Management Power-Saving States You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where you left off. Win 7 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving states. Sleep In Sleep all of your work, settings and preferences are saved to memory before the system sleeps.

  • Page 75: Hibernate

    Power Management Hibernate Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost.

  • Page 76: Configuring The Power Buttons

    Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons  The power/sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo) and closed lid may be set to send the Password computer in to a power-saving state. Click Choose what the power buttons do on Protection the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.

  • Page 77: Resuming Operation

    Power Management Resuming Operation  You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button, or in some cases pressing the sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo). Closing the Lid If you have chosen to Power Status Icon Color To Resume...

  • Page 78: Battery Information

    Power Management Battery Information  Follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery Battery Power Warning Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro- When the battery is criti- grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached.

  • Page 79: Conserving Battery Power

    Power Management Conserving Battery Power  • Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this may have an affect on computer performance. Windows Mobility Center • Lower the brightness level of the LCD display. The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC/DC adapter.

  • Page 80: Battery Life

    Power Management Battery Life Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days. We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re- move the battery for any reason (e.g.

  • Page 81: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack

    Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack  • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances. • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode. Caution • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re- ...

  • Page 82: Battery Faq

    Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Don’t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own.
  • Page 83 Power Management Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings. Figure 3 - 8 Change Plan Settings / Change Advanced Power Settings Battery Information 3 - 15...
  • Page 84 Power Management Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears): Figure 3 - 9 Power Options Advanced Settings - Battery • Low battery levels = 0% •...
  • Page 85 Power Management How do I fully charge the battery? When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green. How do I maintain the battery? Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges.
  • Page 86 Power Management 3 - 18...

  • Page 87: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities What to Install This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utili- ties essential to the operation or improvement of some The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes ad- contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the vantage of some newer hardware components for proper operation of the computer.

  • Page 88: Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 3 (the drivers must be installed in Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual this order) which is the same as that listed in the disc and click Install Drivers (button), or Option Driv- Drivers Installer menu below.
  • Page 89 Drivers & Utilities Windows 7 Driver Page Windows 7 Driver Page Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup Chipset Page 4 - 7 Page 7 - 8 and Driver Installation (for RAID) Video (NVIDIA) Page 4 - 7 Wireless LAN Module Page 7 - 13 Video (AMD) Page 4 - 7...

  • Page 90: Manual Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers Click the Browse CD/DVD button in the Drivers In- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it staller application and browse to the executable file in may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do the appropriate driver folder.

  • Page 91: User Account Control

    Drivers & Utilities User Account Control New Hardware Found If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of If you see the message “New Hardware Found” dur- the driver installation procedure, click Continue/Al- ing the installation procedure (other than when out- low, and follow the installation procedure as directed.

  • Page 92: Driver Installation Procedure

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Install Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to access the Optional driver menu.  Driver Installation General Guidelines The driver installation procedure outlined in this Chapter (and in Chapter 7 Options &...

  • Page 93: Chipset

    Drivers & Utilities Chipset Video (AMD) 1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes. 1. Click 2.Install Video Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Yes > Next > Next. 2. Click Next > Install (button). 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. 3.

  • Page 94: Touchpad

    Drivers & Utilities TouchPad Audio 1. Click 5.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes. 1. Click 8. Install Audio Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. 3. Click the button to accept the license, and then click Next.

  • Page 95: Windows Experience Index

    Drivers & Utilities Windows Experience Index After the drivers are installed follow this procedure to  ensure an accurate rating from the Windows Experi- Windows Update ence Index (make sure the AC/DC adapter is plugged After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- in): dows Update in order to get all the latest security up- dates etc.

  • Page 96: Optional Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers RAID Setup Note: Prior to setting up the RAID you will need to use See the pages indicated for the driver installation pro- an operable computer to copy the RAID driver to a cedures for any modules included in your purchase op- USB flash drive before installing the Windows operat- tion.

  • Page 97: Pc Camera

    Drivers & Utilities PC Camera See the install procedure in “PC Camera Module” on page 7 - Consumer Infrared (for TV Tuner Remote) See the install procedure in “TV Tuner Module” on page 7 - Turbo Memory Module See the install procedure in “Intel Turbo Memory Module”...
  • Page 98 Drivers & Utilities 4 - 12...

  • Page 99: Bios Utilities

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities  Overview BIOS Screens Note that BIOS This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: screens pictured these pages are intend- Diagnostics: The POST (Power-On Self Test) ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS.

  • Page 100: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST)  If you enable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen in the Setup Utility, each time you POST Screen turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). 1.BIOS information 2.CPU type As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong.

  • Page 101: Failing The Post

    BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non- fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized service center as soon as possible.

  • Page 102: The Setup Utility

    BIOS Utilities The Setup Utility  The Phoenix Setup utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic BIOS Settings features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration). Warning Entering Setup Incorrect settings can cause your system to To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt malfunction.

  • Page 103: Setup Screens

    BIOS Utilities Setup Screens  The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a Setup menus heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to shown in this section are make changes to Setup.

  • Page 104: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu System Time & Date (Main Menu) The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings.

  • Page 105: System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu)

    BIOS Utilities System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable. The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed. BIOS Revision/VGA Card etc. (Main Menu) This item contains information on the BIOS version and video card etc., and is not user configurable.

  • Page 106: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable some advanced system features. 5 - 8 Advanced Menu...

  • Page 107: Sata Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)  You may enable/disable SATA RAID or AHCI mode for your hard disks, however you should only enable/disable SATA RAID or AHCI BEFORE installing an SATA Mode operating system, and after you have backed up all necessary files and data (see If you have installed the sidebar).

  • Page 108: Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) Use this menu item to enable/disable the beep as the computer starts up. Battery Low Alarm Beep: (Advanced Menu) Use this menu item to enable/disable the battery low alarm beep. 5 - 10 Advanced Menu...

  • Page 109: Advanced Chipset Control Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Chipset Control Menu Figure 5 - 4 Advanced Chipset Control Menu Bluetooth Power Setting > Advanced Chipset Control You can adjust the Bluetooth module power setting to your preference. The default setting (Disabled) will see the Bluetooth module powered off when the system is started up or restarted.

  • Page 110: Intel Virtualization Technology > Advanced Chipset Control

    BIOS Utilities Intel Virtualization Technology > Advanced Chipset Control Intel(R) Virtualization Technology enables a CPU to act as if it were several CPUs working in parallel in order to allow several operating systems to run at the same time in the same machine. Hyperthreading >...

  • Page 111: Security Menu

    BIOS Utilities Security Menu  Security Menu changes make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself, and also access to your ma- chine as it boots up af- ter you turn it on. These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in...

  • Page 112: Set User Password (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Set User Password (Security Menu)  You can set a password for user mode access to the Phoenix SecureCore Setup Utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Setup utility) unless Password Warning you choose to set a Password on Boot (see below). Many menu items in the Phoenix If you set a boot pass- SecureCore Setup Utility cannot be modified in user mode.

  • Page 113: Tpm State

    BIOS Utilities TPM State  Password Protection Note that you should set a supervisor password in the BIOS to protect information from being tampered with by unauthorized us- ers. Figure 5 - 6 TPM State Change TPM State (TPM State) This menu allows you to set the level of TPM functionality.
  • Page 114 BIOS Utilities If you have made any changes to the TPM State you will be asked to execute or reject the changes made after you have saved and exited the BIOS. Highlight the required option (it will be white), and then press Enter to save it. Figure 5 - 7 Physical Presence Operations...

  • Page 115: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Figure 5 - 8 Boot Menu  BIOS Screens Note that BIOS screens pictured these pages are intend- ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS. BIOS versions are sub- ject to constant change When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g.

  • Page 116: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 9 Exit Menu Choosing to Discard Changes, or Exit Discarding Changes, will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup. You can also choose to restore the original Set- up defaults that will return the Setup to its original state, and erase any previous changes you have made in a previous session.

  • Page 117: Upgrading The Computer

    Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview  This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps out- Warranty Warning lined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can con- tact your service representative for further help.

  • Page 118: When Not To Upgrade

    Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade  These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac- ing parts.You should not perform any of these upgrades if: Power Safety Warning Before you undertake • Your system is still under warranty or a service contract upgrade proce- •...

  • Page 119: Removing The Battery

    Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery  If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reasons Warranty Warning it is best to remove the battery. Before removing the battery disconnect the AC/ DC adapter from the computer first. Please check with your service representative...

  • Page 120: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive(S)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)  The hard disk drive(s) can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) HDD System Warning hard disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page D - 3).
  • Page 121 Upgrading The Computer Removing the Hard Disk(s) from the Primary HDD Bay  Turn the computer off, remove the AC/DC adapter, turn it over and remove the bat- tery. RAID Hard Disks Locate the hard disk bay cover and remove screws &...
  • Page 122 Upgrading The Computer Disconnect the HDD cable Remove screws from the hard disk assembly. Pull the tab to disconnect the hard disk assembly from the connector. Remove the hard disk assembly Remove the HDD board & cable Figure 6 - 3 Hard Disk Assembly Screws &...
  • Page 123 Upgrading The Computer Remove screws (depending on how many hard disks you have installed in the assembly). 10. Remove the hard disk(s) from the case. Figure 6 - 4 Hard Disk(s) Removal Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) 6 - 7...
  • Page 124 Upgrading The Computer 11. If two hard disks are installed then an insulation plate will be installed on the upper hard disk. 12. Remove screws and the insulation plate 13. Reverse the process to install any new disk(s) and do not forget to install the insulation plate (onto the upper hard disk in the orientation illustrated below), screws, cables and covers (pay careful attention to the orientation of the hard disks in the case).
  • Page 125 Upgrading The Computer Inserting the Primary Hard Disk(s) Insert the HDD(s) into the case as illustrated (make sure the cable connec- tors are facing towards the gap at the rear of the case, and that the upper HDD insulation plate is installed). Insert screws to secure the hard disk(s) in the case.
  • Page 126 Upgrading The Computer Firmly insert the HDD cable into the hard disk case as indicated below. Insert the HDD assembly into the bay by pushing it straight down (do not insert the assembly at an angle). Firmly connect cable and then secure the assembly with screws Figure 6 - 7 HDD Cable Insertion &...
  • Page 127 Upgrading The Computer Removing the Hard Disk from the Secondary HDD Bay Remove the battery (the Secondary hard disk bay is located under the battery). Remove screws from the hard disk assembly. Grip the tab and slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Lift the hard disk assembly out of the compartment.
  • Page 128 Upgrading The Computer Remove screws from the hard disk assembly. Separate the HDD from the case Insert the replacement HDD into the case (make sure the cable connector is facing towards the rear of the case as illustrated below). Replace screws Insert the HDD assembly into the bay by pushing it straight down (do not insert the assembly at an angle) and then slide it in the direction of arrow to lock in place.

  • Page 129: Upgrading The Optical (Cd/Dvd) Device

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device Locate the hard disk bay cover and remove screws & Remove the hard disk bay cover Remove the screw at point , and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point Reverse the process to install any new optical device.

  • Page 130: Upgrading The System Memory (Ram)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) The computer has three memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) DDR III (DDR3) type memory modules (see “Memory” on page D - 2). The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
  • Page 131 Upgrading The Computer Turn the computer over, open the Lid/LCD, and carefully (a cable is connected to the underside of the LED cover module) unsnap up the LED cover module from point on the right. Figure 6 - 12 LED Cover Module Removal Disconnect cable and remove the LED cover module...
  • Page 132 Upgrading The Computer Remove screws from the keyboard. Figure 6 - 14 Keyboard Screws Carefully lift the keyboard up, being careful not to bend the keyboard ribbon cable. Disconnect the keyboard ribbon cable from the locking collar socket Figure 6 - 15 Disconnect the Keyboard Locking Collar...
  • Page 133 Upgrading The Computer Remove the keyboard Remove screws from the keyboard shielding plate. Figure 6 - 16 Keyboard Removal Figure 6 - 17 Keyboard Shielding Plate Screws Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 17...
  • Page 134 Upgrading The Computer 10. Lift the keyboard shielding plate up in the direction of the arrow 11. Remove the keyboard shielding plate Figure 6 - 18 Keyboard Shielding Plate Up Figure 6 - 19 Keyboard Shielding Plate Remove 6 - 18 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)
  • Page 135 Upgrading The Computer 12. Gently pull the two release latches ( & on the sides of the memory socket(s) in the direction indicated below. 13. The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it. Figure 6 - 20 RAM Module Removal ...
  • Page 136 Upgrading The Computer Keyboard Shielding Plate Insertion When re-inserting the keyboard shielding plate make sure you insert it by slid- ing it into position at an angle as illustrated by arrow below, and press it down into position. Secure the plate with screws Figure 6 - 21 Keyboard Shielding Plate Insertion...

  • Page 137: Modules

    Modules Chapter 7: Modules Overview This chapter contains the information on the various modules (some of which are optional) which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please contact your service representative. The chapter includes information on the following: •...

  • Page 138: Setting Up Sata Raid Mode

    Modules Setting Up SATA RAID Mode  RAID Hard Disks AHCI Mode All hard disks in a RAID Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows should be identical (the the storage driver to enable advanced serial ATA features such as Native Command same size and brand) in Queuing (for maximum hard disk efficiency and performance).
  • Page 139 Modules RAID Level Description Table 7 - 1 RAID Levels Identical drives reading and writing data in parallel to increase performance. RAID 0 RAID 0 implements a striped disk array and the data is broken into blocks and each block is written to a separate disk drive.

  • Page 140: Sata Raid Setup Procedure (Bios)

    Modules SATA RAID Setup Procedure (BIOS) Start-up your notebook computer and press <F2> to enter the BIOS. Go to the Advanced menu, select "SATA Mode Selection" and press Enter (see page • Select “RAID”. Press Esc and go to the Boot menu. Set the DVD-ROM Drive (make sure the Microsoft Windows 7 OS DVD is inserted) as the first device in the boot order from the Boot menu (see “Boot...

  • Page 141: Raid Setup (Intel Matrix)

    Modules RAID Setup (Intel Matrix) As the computer starts up press Ctrl + i to enter RAID configuration menu. Figure 7 - 1 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM  Recovery Level When selecting disks for the Recovery RAID level you will need to use the Tab key to select a Mas- ter disk, and the Space...
  • Page 142 Modules Press Enter and the system will select the physical disks to use.  Press Enter and select (if applicable) the Strip Size (best set to default). Press Enter and select the Capacity size (best set to default). Recovery Level Press Enter to select Create Volume.
  • Page 143 Modules 12. Make sure the Windows 7 OS DVD is in the DVD drive. and as the computer starts up it will automatically boot from the Windows 7 OS DVD. 13. Press Enter to continue installing the operating system as normal (see your Windows documentation if you need help on installing the Windows OS).

  • Page 144: Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup And Driver Installation

    Modules Intel Turbo Memory & Matrix Storage Setup and Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/ DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install TM&iMSM Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next > Yes > Next. 5.

  • Page 145: Intel® Matrix Storage Manager

    Modules Intel® Matrix Storage Manager If a hard drive member of a RAID volume is reported as “Degraded” or “Failed” it may be possible to recover the volume. If the volume cannot be restored then you will need to recreate the RAID volume and restore the data from a back up. The Help menu (press F1 or select Contents and Index from the Help menu) provides in- structions on how to recover or recreate RAID Volumes.

  • Page 146: Raid Volume Data Verification And Repair

    Modules RAID Volume Data Verification and Repair The RAID volume data verification process identifies any inconsistencies or bad data on a RAID 0 or RAID 1 volume. The table outlines what occurs for each RAID level: RAID Verify Verify & Repair Level RAID 0 Bad blocks are identified.
  • Page 147 Modules Verifying and Repairing RAID Volume Data Run the Intel® Matrix Storage Console from the Intel® Matrix Storage Man- ager in the Programs/All Programs menu. Click View > Advanced Mode. Right-click on the RAID volume and select either Verify Volume Data or Verify and Repair Volume Data.

  • Page 148: Wireless Lan Module

    Modules Wireless LAN Module  If you have included an Intel® Wireless LAN module or 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Wireless Device WLAN module in your purchase option, make sure that the Wireless LAN module Operation Aboard is on before installing the driver. Aircraft The use of any portable Use the Fn + F11 key combination or Touch Sensor Instant Key to toggle power...

  • Page 149: Intel® Wi-Fi Link Series Driver Installation

    Modules Intel® Wi-Fi Link Series Driver Installation  If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. Intel(R) PROSet/ 1. Make sure the module is powered on, then insert the Device Drivers & Util- Wireless ities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/DVD drive.

  • Page 150: Connecting To A Wireless Network In Windows 7

    Modules Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7  Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on. Network and Click the taskbar wireless icon , and then double-click an access point to con- Sharing Center nect to or click to Open Network and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the taskbar menu (a list of options will appear allowing You can also use the Net- setting changes, and creating a new network).
  • Page 151 Modules You may need to enter a security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect. Click to select a network location (e.g. Home, Work or Public). Click “View or change settings in Network and Sharing Center” to access further options for the connection.
  • Page 152 Modules Click the taskbar icon to see any currently connected networks.  To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon click the active connection and then click Disconnect (button). Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a se- cure network.

  • Page 153: Intel My Wifi Configuration

    Modules Intel My WiFi Configuration ®  Intel® My WiFi Technology uses your WLAN (for Intel WLAN modules only) module to allow you to connect up to eight other WiFi enabled devices (e.g. digital Intel® My WiFi Help cameras, other computers, cell phones, handheld devices etc.) to your computer To get help on Intel®...
  • Page 154 Modules Intel® My WiFi Configuration You can configure the My WiFi settings as follows. Access the Intel® My WiFi Utility from the Start menu (Start > Programs/All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel My WiFi Technology), or by double- clicking the taskbar icon Click Enable (on the first run of the program there will be no connected...
  • Page 155 Modules Click Start and click Control Panel. Click Network and Sharing Center (Network and Internet). Click Change adapter settings. Figure 7 - 10 Network and Sharing Center Click Change adapter settings Wireless LAN Module 7 - 19...
  • Page 156 Modules Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. Figure 7 - 11 Network Connections Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Proper- ties. 7 - 20 Wireless LAN Module...
  • Page 157 Modules Click Sharing (tab) and select “Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection”. Select Wireless Network Connection under Home networking connection. Click OK. Click “Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection”. Select Wireless Network Figure 7 - 12 Connection.
  • Page 158 Modules 10. Access the Intel® My WiFi Utility from the Start menu (Start > Programs/All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel My WiFi Technology), or by double- clicking the taskbar icon 11. Click Profiles Figure 7 - 13 Intel® My WiFi Utility - Profiles 7 - 22 Wireless LAN Module...
  • Page 159 Modules 12. Click Profiles, click Intel Wireless PAN and click Edit or New (Note that all preset settings may not be editable - see sidebar). Figure 7 - 14 Profiles  Profile Settings Profiles that are preset may not be fully edit- 13.
  • Page 160 Modules 14. Click Security (tab). 15. Change the Security Type to WEP and the Encryption Type to 64bit. 16. Enter a password (8 characters long) in the Password box. Figure 7 - 16 Intel® My WiFi Profile Settings - Security 7 - 24 Wireless LAN Module...
  • Page 161 Modules 17. Click Sharing (tab). 18. It is recommended that the Filter Network Traffic and DHCP and DNS Server are Disabled. Figure 7 - 17 Intel® My WiFi Profile Settings - Sharing Wireless LAN Module 7 - 25...
  • Page 162 Modules 19. Click Advanced (tab). 20. It is recommended that the Default Channel is set to Channel 1, 6 or 11. 21. Click OK to save the settings. Figure 7 - 18 Intel® My WiFi Profile Settings - Advanced 7 - 26 Wireless LAN Module...
  • Page 163 Modules 22. Double-click Wireless Network Connection in Network Connections. 23. Click Details to display the Network Connection Details. Figure 7 - 19 Wireless Network Connection Details Wireless LAN Module 7 - 27...
  • Page 164 Modules 24. Access the Intel® My WiFi Utility from the Start menu (Start > Programs/All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel My WiFi Technology), or by clicking the taskbar icon 25. To add a new device follow the instructions in the devices’ user guide for connecting to a WiFi network.

  • Page 165: Windows Mobility Center

    Modules Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center control panel provides an easy point of access for information on battery status, power plans used and wireless device status etc. To access the Windows Mobility Center: Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel).

  • Page 166: Pc Camera Module

    Modules PC Camera Module  Before installing the driver, make sure the PC Camera is on. Use the Fn + F10 key Latest PC Camera combination or Touch Sensor Instant Key to toggle power to the to the PC Camera Driver Information module.

  • Page 167: Pc Camera Driver Installation

    Modules PC Camera Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/ DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 2.Install WebCam Driver > Yes. 4. Choose the language you prefer and click Next > Next > Finish. 5.

  • Page 168: Pc Camera Audio Setup

    Modules PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).
  • Page 169 Modules Figure 7 - 22 Audio Setup for PC Camera Right-click PC Camera Module 7 - 33...
  • Page 170 Modules Camera Application  The camera application is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and test- ing, and for capturing video files to .avi format. Pre-Allocating File Size/Space Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut (it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture process - see below).
  • Page 171 Modules Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties).
  • Page 172 Modules Eliminating Screen Flicker  If you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options. Latest PC Camera Driver Information Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. Go to Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter..
  • Page 173 Modules Taking Still Pictures The camera application allows you to take still pictures.  Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. Snapshot Folder Go to Options and select Take Picture. The Snapshot folder’s The picture (in JPEG format) will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the default location is on the desktop.

  • Page 174: Tv Tuner Module

    Modules TV Tuner Module  If your purchase configuration includes the optional Hybrid (Analog & Digital) TV Antenna USB Mini-Card TV Tuner module, you will be supplied with a remote control unit The TV antenna sup- and appropriate antenna and fittings for the module. Software support for the TV plied with any TV Tuner Tuner module is provided by Windows Media Center in Windows 7 (not included module is intended for...

  • Page 175: Consumer Infrared Driver

    Modules Consumer Infrared Driver  1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/ DVD drive. TV Tuner Module Support 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 3.Install CIR Driver > Yes. Note that the TV Tuner 4.

  • Page 176: Digital Tv Broadcast Signal

    Modules Digital TV Broadcast Signal  The antenna is the most crucial factor in receiving a clear digital terrestrial TV broadcast signal. The passive antenna provided should provide a clear signal when CATV Cable Safety placed beside a window. If the signal is not clear then you can purchase an active Make sure that your antenna (it should also be placed beside a window) to improve the signal.

  • Page 177: Intel Turbo Memory Module

    Modules Intel Turbo Memory Module  If you have included an Intel Turbo Memory (Robson) NAND flash memory card User Pinning module in your purchase option, then install the driver as instructed below. However Support if you have setup your hard disks in RAID mode you may have already installed this driver (see “Setting Up SATA RAID Mode”...
  • Page 178 Modules Intel Turbo Memory Dashboard (User Pinning Supported Only)  The Intel Turbo Memory Dashboard allows you to pin an application or file to load into the Intel Turbo Memory NAND cache for performance acceleration. Help ® Run the Intel Turbo Memory Dashboard from the Programs/All Programs Click the Help icon ®...
  • Page 179 Modules Pinning an Application  1. The Intel ® Turbo Memory Dashboard allows you to select files and applications to accelerate and therefore open faster and display quicker. Unpinning an 2. Applications will be listed in the Applications Window on the right. Application 3.
  • Page 180 Modules Custom File Sets A Custom File Set allows you to group applications and files to accelerate. These sets can be moved easily in and out of the Accelerated Window which is of benefit when space is limited. You need to create the custom file set before dragging the set to the accelerated window.
  • Page 181 Modules Intel Turbo Memory Console  1. Run the Intel ® Turbo Memory Console from the Programs/All Pro- grams menu (Intel ® Turbo Memory). Windows 2. You can enable/disable Windows ReadyBoost and Windows ReadyDrive ReadyBoost from the Intel ® Turbo Memory Console. If your module supports User Pinning (i.e.

  • Page 182: Bluetooth Module

    Modules Bluetooth Module  The optional Bluetooth module allows you to connect your computer to Bluetooth Wireless Device enabled devices such as other computers, desktop computers, mobile phones, print- Operation Aboard ers, digital cameras, PDAs, headsets etc. using a short-range radio frequency. Aircraft The use of any portable If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN &...
  • Page 183 Modules  Bluetooth Data Transfer Note that the transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction only (simultaneous data transfer is not supported). Therefore if you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device, you will not be able to copy a file from the Blue- tooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process from the computer has been com- pleted.

  • Page 184: 3Rd Party Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation

    Modules 3rd Party Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required only for the combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. High Speed Bluetooth 1. Before installing the driver make sure the Bluetooth module is powered Data Transfer on (use Fn + F12 key combination), then insert the Device Drivers & Utili- The Combination Wire- ties + User’s Manual disc into the CD/DVD drive.

  • Page 185: 3Rd Party Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Settings

    Modules 3rd Party Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Settings  This information applies to the combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. Bluetooth Module & Make sure the Bluetooth module is powered on. Resuming From Sleep Double-click the My Bluetooth application on the desktop (or access Bluetooth Mode from the Programs/All Programs menu).
  • Page 186 Modules Click General Settings to change the computer name that other Bluetooth devices will see, and click the tickbox to Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer Click OK to confirm the settings. Figure 7 - 30 General Settings 7 - 50 Bluetooth Module...
  • Page 187 Modules Click File Transfer Settings to Enable sharing of my files with other Bluetooth devices. Click OK to confirm the settings. Figure 7 - 31 File Transfer Settings Bluetooth Module 7 - 51...

  • Page 188: Bluetooth Networking Setup

    Modules Bluetooth Networking Setup This information applies to the combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. Make sure the Bluetooth module is powered on. Double-click the My Bluetooth application on the desktop (or access it from the Programs/All Programs menu). Click My Bluetooth Settings (see Figure 7 - 29 on page 7 - 49).

  • Page 189: Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Module Configuration

    Modules Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module Configuration  Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it Turn your Bluetooth device (e.g. PDA, mobile phone etc.) on. Bluetooth Module & Make the device discoverable (to do this check your device documentation). Resuming From Sleep Mode To Turn the Bluetooth Module On...
  • Page 190 Modules You will then be presented with a menu of options to select from. Figure 7 - 34 Bluetooth Device Options Click the appropriate button to connect to the device. 7 - 54 Bluetooth Module...
  • Page 191 Modules You may need to allow the connection from your device, and you will then need to provide a passcode from the device. You can then enter the passcode on the computer and click OK to establish the connection. Figure 7 - 35 Bluetooth Pairing Code &...

  • Page 192: Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation

    Modules Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 1. Before installing the driver make sure the Bluetooth module is powered The Combination Wire- on (use Fn + F12 key combination), then insert the Device Drivers &...

  • Page 193: Bluetooth Configuration In Windows 7

    Modules Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7  Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it Turn your Bluetooth device (e.g. PDA, mobile phone etc.) on. Add a Device Make the device discoverable (to do this check your device documentation). Click Start, and click To Turn the Bluetooth Module On Control Panel and then...
  • Page 194 Modules To Add a Bluetooth Device  Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel and click Add a device. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer. Pairing Options If a device has been pre- viously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when you at- tempt subsequent con- nections.
  • Page 195 Modules Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and follow any on-screen instructions to complete the pairing.  Figure 7 - 38 Pairing Codes Pairing Code Example The example outlined here shows a connection to a mobile device. Other devices e.g. computers, may have a slightly different connection proce- dure, and may require you to confirm a pairing code is correct on both devices.
  • Page 196 Modules To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device  Click the taskbar icon and select Show Bluetooth Devices. Right-click on the device you want to change and click Properties to: Bluetooth Help • Change the name of the device (click Bluetooth, type a new name and click OK). •...

  • Page 197: Security Modules (Fingerprint & Tpm)

    Modules Security Modules (Fingerprint & TPM)  The encrypted channel between the Trusted Platform Module security chip and Password Warning the fingerprint reader with Protector Suite Software provides a high level of se- curity for your computer. A further level of security and control is provided in the If you set passwords for BIOS (see “Security Menu”...

  • Page 198: Fingerprint Reader Module

    Modules Fingerprint Reader Module  If you have included the fingerprint reader in your purchase option you will need to Password Warning install the driver as per the instructions below. If you set passwords for Make sure you have administrator’s rights to your computer, and have a Windows any of the security mod- password enabled for full security protection.

  • Page 199: User Enrollment

    Modules User Enrollment  Click Start > Programs/All Programs > Protector Suite > Control Center, or double click the taskbar icon (click Initialize). Fingerprint On the first run of the program you will be asked to click the Accept button to Enrollment accept the license.
  • Page 200 Modules Click the button above any of the fingers to begin the enrollment process for that finger.  Swipe the finger until the progress bar reaches 100% to enroll that finger. Fingerprint Enrollment Note that it is strongly rec- ommended that you enroll more than one finger in case of injury etc.
  • Page 201 Modules Right-click the taskbar icon and select Start Control Center (and then swipe a finger) to allow you to Edit Fingerprints, register Applications, edit Settings and access the Help menu etc. You can also run the Control Center etc. from the Protector Suite item in the Programs/All Programs menu 10.

  • Page 202: Fingerprint Control Center Features

    Modules Fingerprint Control Center Features  Application Launcher Help The Application Launcher allows you to register applications to be launched when assigned to a particular finger. Simply copy the application icon on to one of the reg- For more information on these and other features istered fingers and ten click OK to close the application window.

  • Page 203: Trusted Platform Module

    Modules Trusted Platform Module Before setting up the TPM functions you must initialize the security platform. Enabling & Activating TPM Restart the computer. Enter the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility by pressing F2 during the POST. Use the arrow keys to select the TPM State menu. Select Change TPM State, and set the item to Enable &...
  • Page 204 Modules Press F10 to save the changed BIOS information, exit the BIOS and restart the computer. If you make any changes to the TPM State you will be asked to Execute/Reject the change after restart. Figure 7 - 45 Physical Presence Operations You can now install the TPM driver (see “Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

  • Page 205: Trusted Platform Module (Tpm) Driver Installation

    Modules Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/ DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 5.Install TPM Driver > Yes. 4. Click Install > Next. 5.
  • Page 206 Modules Select the drive you want to use from the drop-down menu and click Next. Figure 7 - 46 Security Platform Quick Initialization Wizard 7 - 70 Trusted Platform Module...
  • Page 207 Modules Choose the Security Platform Features you want to use by clicking the appropriate tickbox.  Enter a Basic User Password (and re-type to confirm it) and click Next. Help Right-click the icon the notification area of the taskbar to bring up the menu to select Help or How to use the Security Platform Fea- tures.

  • Page 208: Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool

    Modules Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool  The Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool allows you to manage and check the TPM state, manage your password information, and to backup and restore the TPM Menus data. As TPM is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations, Note that not all the your system administrator will need to assist you in managing the information here.
  • Page 209 Modules User Settings This page allows the settings to be configured for the currently logged in Infineon Security Platform user including the ability to change the password, configure se- cure e-mail, file and folder encryption and Enhanced Authentication. You can also import or delete certificates protected by the security platform.
  • Page 210 Modules Backup Here you can configure backup and restore operations. Backup files contain the computer identification and user identification information which is used to match the machine name and user name with the current machine and user during restora- tion. Figure 7 - 50 Infineon Security Platform Settings...
  • Page 211 Modules Migration The Migration tab is used to help securely transfer keys and certificates from one platform to another. Figure 7 - 51 Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool (Migration) Trusted Platform Module 7 - 75...
  • Page 212 Modules Password Reset Use Password Reset to reset basic user passwords when required. Figure 7 - 52 Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool (Password Reset) 7 - 76 Trusted Platform Module...
  • Page 213 Modules BitLocker BitLocker Drive Encryption can be used in conjunction with the TPM to encrypt data on the disk and is done via the Microsoft BitLocker Control Panel Applet. Click Configure and select a drive to be encrypted and then follow the Wizard to begin the encryption process.
  • Page 214 Modules Access the Microsoft BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel applet from the Windows control panel (System and Security). Figure 7 - 54 BitLocker Drive Encryption 7 - 78 Trusted Platform Module...
  • Page 215 Modules Advanced Configure all the Security Platform owner and policy settings from the Advanced tab. The settings that can be changed are for the local computer only. Figure 7 - 55 Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool (Advanced) Trusted Platform Module 7 - 79...
  • Page 216 Modules 7 - 80...

  • Page 217: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.

  • Page 218: Basic Hints And Tips

    Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap- pears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, “LED Indicators”...

  • Page 219: Backup And General Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wal- let.

  • Page 220: Viruses

    Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the defini- tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.

  • Page 221: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing.
  • Page 222 Troubleshooting • Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found; Example - if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports, and a number of programs running, then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem.

  • Page 223: Problems & Possible Solutions

    Troubleshooting Problems & Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned the power on Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the battery is present and but it doesn’t work. seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way). Make sure there’s nothing interfering with the battery contacts.
  • Page 224 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the vents/fan intakes are not blocked. If this hot. doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating”...
  • Page 225 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution forget boot If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS. Contact your password. service representative for help.  Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password. The consequences of this could be serious. If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk.
  • Page 226 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The TouchPad doesn’t The Touchpad has been disabled. Press the Touchpad toggle (Fn + F1) key combination (make work. sure you have installed the Touchpad driver. The system freezes or The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC/DC adapter, press a key on the the screen goes dark.
  • Page 227 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution When a DVD is played in This is an issue with Windows Media Player/Media Center and audio output through the S/PDIF- Windows Media Player/ Out Jack. We recommend that you use the Power DVD application to play DVDs. Media Center, the audio track in other languages (commentaries etc.) is...
  • Page 228 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution No sound can be heard You have not configured the HDMI audio output. See “HDMI Audio Configuration” on page 2 - through HDMI connected display device. experiencing Where this is the case, install the beta video driver version provided on the Device Drivers & problems with image...
  • Page 229 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution When the battery is being This can occur as the battery cell performs poorly in a low temperature environment, especially used to power the system with a discharge rate of over 2C. Systems powered by the battery will perform normally at ...
  • Page 230 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution have RAID You may need to recover the RAID volumes. enabled and the system As the computer starts up press Ctrl + i to enter RAID configuration menu will not boot to Windows. If the RAID volume’s Physical disks are marked in red, then press 4.Recovery Volume Options.

  • Page 231: Bluetooth Connection Problems

    Troubleshooting Bluetooth Connection Problems If you are experiencing problems connecting to some Bluetooth devices (in particular certain mobile phones and headsets) it maybe necessary to download and install the Windows Mobile Device Center software (for Win- dows Vista and Windows 7). Go to the Microsoft website and search for the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Windows Vista (64-bit or 32-bit) and Windows 7 (64-bit or 32-bit), and then download the driver.
  • Page 232 Troubleshooting Right-click Bluetooth Peripheral Device and click on Update Driver Software. Click Browse my computer for driver software. Click Let Me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. Figure 8 - 2 - Browse my computer.../Let me pick from... Select Bluetooth Radios from the list.
  • Page 233 Troubleshooting 10. A list of drivers will appear with Manufacturer on one side and Model in the other. 11. Choose Microsoft Corporation (make sure you choose the full name Microsoft Corporation and do not choose Microsoft - Note that you must have installed the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Microsoft Corporation to appear in the list).
  • Page 234 Troubleshooting 15. The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile-based device support under Bluetooth Radios. 16. You will need to repeat the process for any other Bluetooth Peripheral Devices listed under Other Devices. Figure 8 - 5 - Device Manager - Bluetooth Radio 8 - 18 Bluetooth Connection Problems...

  • Page 235: Intel® Wlan & Bluetooth V3.0+Hs Combo Modules

    Troubleshooting Intel® WLAN & Bluetooth V3.0+HS Combo Modules Note that, at the time of going to press Intel® Centrino Advanced 6230 WLAN & Bluetooth V3.0+HS combo modules use the standard Bluetooth configuration in Windows 7 (see “Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7” on page 7 - 57).
  • Page 236 Troubleshooting 8 - 20...

  • Page 237: Interface (Ports & Jacks)

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the ports & jacks which allow your computer to commu- nicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1...

  • Page 238: Ports And Jacks

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Ports and Jacks Item Description Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the following digital storage cards: MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device.

  • Page 239: E-Sata Port

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description e-SATA Port This e-SATA (external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) port allows you to plug-in external Serial ATA hard drives. e-SATA HDMI-Out Port The HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port is an audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. This allows you to connect an external HDMI-OUT monitor, TV or Flat Panel Display etc.

  • Page 240: Mini-Ieee 1394B Port

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Mini-IEEE 1394b Port This allows high-speed connection to various peripheral devices, e.g. external disk drives and digital cameras (see note below).  IEEE 1394b The Mini-IEEE 1394 ports only support SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices. RJ-45 LAN Jack This port supports LAN (Network) functions.

  • Page 241: Usb 2.0/1.1 Ports

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description USB 2.0/1.1 Ports These USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc. Devices can be USB 3.0 Port plugged into the computer, and unplugged from the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power...
  • Page 242 Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 6...

  • Page 243: Nvidia Video Driver Controls

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Appendix B: NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on page 1 - NVIDIA Video Driver Installation Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 1.

  • Page 244: Nvidia Control Panel (Win 7

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Control Panel (Win 7)  More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Control NVIDIA Control Panel tab. Panel Open the Display (see page 18) control panel. To access the Ge- Click Advanced Settings (button). Force..
  • Page 245 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls and  tools which allow quick access to features such as display configuration, 3D Settings and Help menus etc. Navigating the Control Panel Navigate through the control panels in much the same way as you would a web page.
  • Page 246 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The Help menus provide index and search features, and direct links to the NVIDIA website etc. Figure B - 3 Help Menu B - 4 NVIDIA Control Panel (Win 7)

  • Page 247: Display Devices

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Devices  Note that you can use a DVI cable connected to the DVI-Out port, or an HDMI Display Devices (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable connected to the HDMI-Out port to connect an external display (if you are using an older type of monitor you can use a Besides built-in converter to convert the signal from DVI to VGA).

  • Page 248: Display Modes

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Modes  Single Display Mode SLI Configuration & Only one of your displays is used. Multiple Displays Note that if SLI configu- Duplicate Displays ration is enabled only a Duplicate simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on the other Single display may be display(s).
  • Page 249 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display using the NVIDIA Control Panel  You can use the NVIDIA control panel to configure any attached displays. Attach your external display to the DVI-Out Port or HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Display Not Shown Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page If the attached display...
  • Page 250 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Duplicating the Displays Attach your external display to the DVI-Out Port or HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up multiple displays.
  • Page 251 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Extending the Display Attach your external display to the DVI-Out Port or HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up multiple displays.
  • Page 252 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Changing the Primary Display on Extended Displays If you want to switch the primary display if the displays are extended then right- click the secondary display icon. Select Make this the Windows primary display. Click Apply > Yes to save the change. Figure B - 7 Switch Primary Display...

  • Page 253: Attaching Other Displays (Win 7

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays (Win 7)  Configuring an External Display in Windows 7 Function Key Attach your external display to the DVI-Out Port or HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Combination Go to the Screen resolution control panel. You can use the Fn + F7 Click the Detect button.
  • Page 254 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure B - 9 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options (Win 7) • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) •...
  • Page 255 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Using the Windows Logo Key + P Key Combination to Switch Displays You can also use the + P key combination to quickly change display configura- tion and modes (this is particularly useful when attaching a projector) in Windows 7. Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on.

  • Page 256: Sli Multi Gpu Configuration

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls SLI Multi GPU Configuration  This computer features an NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface (SLI) that improves Video Card graphic quality and performance by combining dual NVIDIA GPUs (two video Options cards are required) in a single system. To enable/disable SLI Configuration: Note that card types, Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page specifications and driv-...

  • Page 257: Sli Multi Gpu Configuration & Battery Power

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls SLI Multi GPU Configuration & Battery Power  Note that due to the high power and system demands created by enabling SLI Con- SLI Configuration & figuration, you should not enable SLI configuration if your computer is powered Multiple Displays by battery only.

  • Page 258: Enabling Tv Display

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Enabling TV Display  To display desktop images on a TV, connect the TV to your computer by using an Detect Displays HDMI cable/DVI cable from the TV to the HDMI-Out port/DVI-Out port (if sup- ported by your TV). To get a full range of dis- play options click “My dis- You will need to enable the TV display from the NVIDIA Control Panel as per the...

  • Page 259: Changing The Tv Signal Format

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Changing the TV Signal Format When the TV is enabled as a display device click the sub-menus under Video & Television. Click “Change the signal or HD format”. Select the connector or format you want to use (the menu that appears will depend upon your type of connector).
  • Page 260 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional configuration controls to adjust the TV settings in the Video & Television menu. Figure B - 14 NVIDIA Control Panels (Video & Television) B - 18 Enabling TV Display...

  • Page 261: Video Driver Installation

    AMD Video Driver Controls Appendix C: AMD Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on  page 1 - Video Card Options Video Driver Installation Note that card types, Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - specifications and driv- ers are subject to contin-...
  • Page 262 AMD Video Driver Controls Catalyst Control Center ™  Adjust the video settings from the Catalyst™ Control Center. Taskbar Icon Right-click the desktop and select Catalyst Control Center. The Catalyst Control Center can also be ac- Click Advanced settings in the Screen Resolution control panel (see “Video cessed by double-clicking Features”...

  • Page 263: Catalyst™ Control Center Preferences

    AMD Video Driver Controls Catalyst™ Control Center Preferences  The Preferences button in the Catalyst Control Center menu allows you to con- ™ figure the control panel settings. You can view the control panel in either Standard Preferences & View or Advanced View. To display Standard View or Advanced View: Views Open the Catalyst ™...
  • Page 264 AMD Video Driver Controls Standard View The Standard View menus feature a series of menu headings with clickable sub- menus which allow you to adjust Desktops and Displays, Power, Video, Gaming and Information. Click the Start button to access the top level menu from any sub- menu heading.
  • Page 265 AMD Video Driver Controls Advanced View  The Advanced View menus display all the menu headings as a series of buttons on the left. Click the arrows in any button to display the sub-menus (note all the figures Sub-Menus in the remainder of this chapter are in Advanced View). Click a menu button to expand any sub-menus, and then click the appro-...
  • Page 266 AMD Video Driver Controls The Catalyst Control Center provides additional video configuration controls ™  and tools which allow quick access to features such as display options, 3D Settings, color, power and Information menus etc. Adjust settings from the options in the sub- Help Menus menus.

  • Page 267: Display Devices & Options

    AMD Video Driver Controls Display Devices & Options Note that you can use a DVI cable connected to the DVI-Out port, or an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable connected to the HDMI-Out port to connect an external display. See your display device manual to see which formats are supported.

  • Page 268: Configuring An External Display In The Ccc

    AMD Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In the CCC  You can use the Catalyst Control Center to configure any attached displays. ™ Detect Displays Attach your external display to the external monitor port/HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Open the Catalyst ™...
  • Page 269 AMD Video Driver Controls Click the triangle icon (or right-click the display icon) on the attached display  icon at the bottom to bring up the options (e.g Duplicate or Extend). Select an option from the menu (click Continue if required), and click Yes to Disable Displays accept the settings.
  • Page 270 AMD Video Driver Controls My Digital Flat-Panels An additional menu button entitled My Digital Flat-Panels will appear (depending on the type of display attached) when an external display is attached. This menu al- lows you to configure the properties of the external display. After making any ad- justments you may need to click the Apply button to confirm the changes.
  • Page 271 AMD Video Driver Controls HDTV Support If your flat panel supports HDTV functions then this can be configured from My Digital Flat-Panels > HDTV Support (Digital Flat-Panel). Figure C - 9 My Digital Flat- Panels (HDTV Support) Display Devices & Options C - 11...

  • Page 272: Configuring An External Display In Windows 7

    AMD Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In Windows 7  Attach your external display to the external monitor port/HDMI-Out port, and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see “Video Features” on page 1 - 17).
  • Page 273 AMD Video Driver Controls You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure C - 11 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options (Win 7) • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) •...
  • Page 274 AMD Video Driver Controls Using the Windows Logo Key + P/Fn +F7 Key Combination to Switch Displays You can also use the + P/Fn + F7 key combination to quickly change display configuration and modes (this is particularly useful when attaching a projector) in Windows 7.
  • Page 275 AMD Video Driver Controls PowerPlay™ When enabled, PowerPlay can be used to automatically set to adjust the graphics ™ processor settings for higher performance or longer battery life when the system is either Plugged In or on Battery. Figure C - 13 PowerPlay ™...
  • Page 276 AMD Video Driver Controls Gaming The Gaming menu includes configuration options for AMD CrossFireX ™. CrossFireX combines the processing power of multiple GPUs to s single display, ™ and this may be enabled/disabled from the AMD CrossFireX Configuration ™ menu (this sub-menu is also available in the Performace menu). Figure C - 14 Gaming AMD CrossFireX...
  • Page 277 AMD Video Driver Controls HDMI Audio Configuration HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video signals. Configure the audio output as per the instructions below. Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound), and click Playback (tab).
  • Page 278 AMD Video Driver Controls Double-click the connected HDMI device (or right-click and select Properties) to adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs. Click OK to close the control panel (see notes overleaf). Figure C - 16 HDMI Device Properties C - 18 HDMI Audio Configuration...
  • Page 279 AMD Video Driver Controls HDMI Notes  • Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt- ing to play audio/video sources through the device. Other Applications • To play audio sources through your external display’s (TV or LCD) speakers If you are using a third you will need to go to the audio configuration control panel on the display and party...
  • Page 280 AMD Video Driver Controls C - 20...

  • Page 281: Specifications

    Specifications Appendix D: Specifications  Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed, updated or delayed due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service center for details.

  • Page 282: Processor

    Specifications Processor Display Video Adapter Options Intel® Core i7 Processor: 17.3" (43.94cm) FHD (1920 * 1080), 16:9 nVIDIA® GeForce GTX 470M PCIe Wide Screen LED Backlit LCD Video Card =============================== 1.5GB GDDR5 Video RAM on board i7-990x (3.46GHz) Memory Supports PCIe * 16 6.4 GT/s on QPI, 12M L3 Cache, 32nm (32 Nanometer), LGA1366 Package, TDP130W Supports Microsoft DirectX...

  • Page 283: Bios

    Specifications Video Adapter Options Video Adapter Options Video Adapter Options nVIDIA® Quadro FX 3800M PCIe Video nVIDIA® GeForce GTX 560M PCIe AMD Radeon HD 6970M Card (Does not support SLI) Video Card PCIe * 16 Video Card (Crossfire x PCIe * 1GB GDDR3 Video RAM On Board 1.5GB GDDR5 Video RAM On Board Supports PCIe * 16...

  • Page 284: Storage

    Specifications Storage Keyboard & Pointing Device Interface Up to three (Factory Option) Full Size Winkey Keyboard with Numeric Two USB 3.0 Ports (No DOS Support) Changeable 2.5" 9.5 mm (h) SATA Keypad Three USB 2.0 Ports (Serial) Hard Disk Drives supporting Built-In TouchPad (with Multi Gesture One HDMI-Out (High-Definition RAID level 0/1/5...

  • Page 285: Security

    Specifications Communication Security Environmental Spec Built-In 10/100/100 Base-TX Ethernet LAN Security (Kensington® Type) Lock Slot Temperature ° ° BIOS Password Operating: C - 35 Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Fingerprint Reader Module Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Rate) Module (Factory Option) Trusted Platform Module V1.2 Relative Humidity Combo Bluetooth v3.0+HS &...
  • Page 286 Specifications D - 6...

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