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All Right Reserved – Printed in Taiwan
Notebook Computer
N411
User's Manual
Original Issue: 2004/10
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new
notebook computer G-MAX N411. Information in the manual has
been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change
without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Original Issue: 2004/10 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer G-MAX N411. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    N411 User’s Manual Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your notebook. When Using Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body.
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions When traveling with the hard drive removed from your notebook, wrap the drive in a non-conducting material, such as cloth or paper. If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in your notebook. Your can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put the drive through a metal detector.
  • Page 4 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 5 (RF) interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This notebook computer G-MAX N411 device is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic environment. A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the preceding directives and standards has been made and is on file at Gigabyte Computer Corporation.
  • Page 6 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual This notebook computer G-MAX N411 device is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic environment. U.K. Modem Compliance Information This modem is approved by the secretary of state at the Department of Trade and...
  • Page 7 Regulatory Notices Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods and claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
  • Page 8 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual viii...

  • Page 9: About Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    Your new notebook computer G-MAX N411 not only drives today multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow exciting new software. This Professional Multimedia Notebook Computer G-MAX N411 is a freedom, flexibility, and functionality notebook that users are demanding for a long time.
  • Page 10 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual...
  • Page 11 N411 User’s Manual. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your notebook computer G-MAX N411. This also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your notebook computer G-MAX N411.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    2.2 Connecting the AC Power Source……………………… 2.3 Starting Notebook Computer G-MAX N411………. 2.4 Adjusting the Display Controls………………………….. 2.5 Installing the Notebook Device Drivers…………….. 2.6 Turning off Notebook Computer G-MAX N411…… Introduction to Function………………… 3.1 Starting Your Operating System……………………….. 3.2 Understanding the Keyboard Functions…………….
  • Page 13 Contents 3.3 Using the TouchPad Pointing Device…………………. 3.4 Configuring Your Screen Display………………………. Possible Display Configuration………………………….. Changing Display Properties under Windows……………………………………………………………. 3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features…………………. 3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD…………………………… 3.7 How to Access the Optical Disk Drive………………… Using Dolby™...
  • Page 14 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 7.3 Maintaining the LCD Quality………………………………. 7.4 Maintaining Your Hard Disk………………………………. 7.5 When You Travel………………………………………………… Troubleshooting……………………………. Frequently Asked Questions……………………………… Appendix A System Information………….. System Specification……………………… Processor Unit………………………………………………. System Memory……………………………………………. LCD Display…………………………………………………… VGA System…………………………………………………. Disk Drives……………………………………………………. Audio System……………………………………………….. TouchPad..…………………………………………………….

  • Page 15: Unpacking & Packing List

    With the these latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 makes a natural entertainment companion. With leap of technology and compact, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 runs on a whole wide range of general...

  • Page 16: Feature Highlight

    N411 User’s Manual 1.1 Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your notebook computer G-MAX N411, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Notebook computer G-MAX N411 uses the platform with ®...

  • Page 17: Ieee 1394

    Suspend hot-key allows you to suspend the system operation instantly and resume at the press of the power button. • System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP Program to protect unauthorized use of your notebook computer G-MAX N411.

  • Page 18: Unpacking Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your notebook computer G-MAX N411, open the carton and carefully remove the contents. In addition to this User’s Manual, the shipping carton should also contain the following items...

  • Page 19: The Inside Of Your Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    Display Panel ➊ Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is a 14" TFT color LCD with 1280x768 WXGA (Extended Graphics Array) resolution panels.
  • Page 20 Suspend/ Resume/ Power On Button ➌ This button turns your notebook computer G-MAX N411 on and off as well as put it to sleep. (See Suspend/Resume/Power On Button in Chapter 3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features for more information.)

  • Page 21: Power/Status Led Icons

    Lights green: This means that there is power to your notebook computer G-MAX N411 and that it is ready for use. Lights orange: This means that your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is in Suspend mode.
  • Page 22 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch. Battery Charging Indicator ➋ Lights to indicate battery in charging status. Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging. Lights green to indicate that the battery is fully charged or no battery installed.

  • Page 23: The Function Of Instant Keys

    Press the button to play music. This feature allows you to listen to CDs and MP3s on an optical drive, hard drive, or USB drive without powering up your notebook computer G-MAX N411. (See QuickOn-Music Control Keys in Chapter 3.2 Control Keys for information on how to control the media player).

  • Page 24: The Outside Of Your Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    Port Replicator Connector ➋ The Port Replicator connector extends the functionality of your notebook computer G-MAX N411 by providing ports to connect PS/2 devices, an external monitor, a serial device, a parallel device, USB devices, a LAN (RJ-45) cable, an external audio source, and an AC adapter.

  • Page 25: The Left Side

    1 Unpacking & Packing List The Left Side The left side of your notebook computer G-MAX N411 has the features shown in the following figure. IEEE 1394 Port USB Port Microphone Jack Modem (RJ-11) Port Headphone Jack Kensington Lock Port Kensington Lock Port ➊...

  • Page 26: The Right Side

    Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer G-MAX N411. The Right Side The right side of your notebook computer G-MAX N411 offers the features shown in the following figure. Emergency Optional DC Power...
  • Page 27 The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect up to 127 USB-equipped peripheral devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Ethernet (LAN) Port (RJ-45) The Ethernet (LAN) Port is designed to support a 10/100 Base-T standard RJ-45 plug.

  • Page 28: The Under Side

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual The Under Side The bottom of the notebook computer G-MAX N411 offers the following features. Lithium-Ion Battery Bay Mini-PCI Battery Battery Card Bay for Release Release Wireless Latches Latches Card Memory Hard Disk Compartment Compartment Lithium-Ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery.

  • Page 29: Your Notebook Computer G-Max N411 Accessories

    G-MAX N411 in other countries with different connector outlets. When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is powered Battery Pack Aside from the AC adapter, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 can also be powered through the internal battery pack.
  • Page 30 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual...

  • Page 31: How To Start

    Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your notebook computer G-MAX N411 or if there is an update on the driver installation of your notebook computer G-MAX N411...

  • Page 32: Using The Battery Pack

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Using the Battery Pack Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Battery Pack

    PC Card slots, the hard drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 might run out of charge much sooner than you expect. You should always respond to the battery low indication by connecting to AC power or turning off your notebook computer G-MAX N411, or suspending to disk.
  • Page 34 6. Press the battery in until the battery release latches snap into place. 7. Plug in the AC adapter and press the resume/suspend/power on button. If the Lithium-Ion battery connector is not fully seated, you may not be able to use your notebook computer G-MAX N411 or charge your battery.

  • Page 35: Extending Battery Life

    1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet. 3. Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the right of your notebook computer G-MAX N411.
  • Page 36 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Whenever possible, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power breakdown. For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used.

  • Page 37: Starting Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. Press the Power/Resume button to start your notebook computer G-MAX N411 and check that if the Power LED turns on. After a few seconds, the notebook’s display will turn on and your...

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Display Controls

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Do not carry your notebook computer G-MAX N411 around with the power on or subject to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Never turn off your notebook computer G-MAX N411 during the Power On Self Test (POST) or an unrecoverable error may occur.

  • Page 39: Installing The Notebook Device Drivers

    Device Drivers If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer G-MAX N411, it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system.

  • Page 40: Turning Off Notebook Computer G-Max N411

    2.6 Turning off Notebook Computer G-MAX N411 If you are not going to use your notebook computer G-MAX N411 for a while, it is best to turn off the power of your notebook computer G-MAX N411 for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system.

  • Page 41: Introduction To Function

    G-MAX N411. It is very important to familiarize yourself well with the operating system. The succeeding chapters not only guide you to go beyond the basics, but also try other exciting features.

  • Page 42: Starting Your Operating System

    G-MAX N411, then you would be up and running after you power on your notebook computer G-MAX N411 and boot up the system. Check your operating system manual on how to run it. Understanding the Keyboard...

  • Page 43: Function Keys

    3 Introduction to Function Key features and operations are described below: Function Keys ➊ Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.

  • Page 44: Basic Keyboard Functions

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Basic Keyboard Functions Keypad Function Description <Enter> key. Execute a command. Within Enter many text editing application programs, the <Enter> key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary typewriter does. <Esc> key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a command or function.
  • Page 45 3 Introduction to Function Keypad Function Description <Shift> key. Press this key in combination Shift with alphabet letters to produce uppercase letters in typing. Use this key in combination with those two-character keys (found on the second row of the keyboard) to produce the upper marked keys.

  • Page 46: Cursor Control Keys

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Cursor Control Keys Keypad Function Description Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a time. PgUp Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time. PgDn Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time.

  • Page 47: Special Function Keys

    3 Introduction to Function Special Function Keys With Keypad With <FN> Held Down QuickOn-Music Running <F1> Toggles between suspend mode and active mode. <F2> Enables/disables wireless network connections. Each time you press this combination of keys, you will step to the next choice. The choices are wireless enable, Bluetooth enable, wireless and Bluetooth enable, and wireless and Bluetooth...

  • Page 48: Control Keys

    <F6> Toggles the Audio Mute on and off. Turns ON/OFF the volume. <F7> Decreases the volume of your Decreases notebook computer G-MAX N411 volume. when pressed repeatedly. <F8> Increases the volume of your Increases notebook computer G-MAX N411 volume.
  • Page 49 3 Introduction to Function Keypad Function Description <Home> Changes the current song to the first one. <End> Changes the current song to the last one. <PgUp> Moves the current song to the first song of the previous folder in the playlist. <PgDn>...

  • Page 50: Using The Touchpad Pointing Device

    C:\QuickOn-Music\. 3.3 Using the TouchPad Pointing Device Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 comes with a built-in TouchPad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface. The TouchPad offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions.

  • Page 51: Configuring Your Screen Display

    CRT or LCD. Please refer to Section 5 "Installing Your Notebook Computer G-MAX N411 Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel.

  • Page 52: Possible Display Configuration

    If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver first as mentioned on Chapter 2.5 Installing Your Notebook Computer G-MAX N411 Device Drivers. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows AGP VGA driver.

  • Page 53: Knowing The Power Saving Features

    For more information on how to control the power management features of your notebook computer G-MAX N411, refer to Power Management function in Control Panel of Windows. The definitions of power management mode are depicted as follows: •...

  • Page 54: Display Timeout

    Standby mode is one of the power management parameters. When Standby mode is activated, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 shuts off the display and turns off the hard drive when there is no activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation, video display change, modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your notebook for the user-selected Standby...

  • Page 55: Working With The Built-In Hdd

    Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all OFF. If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card, there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your notebook computer G-MAX N411 shuts down without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.

  • Page 56: How To Access The Optical Disk Drive

    CDs. Do not operate your optical drive unless your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is sitting on a flat surface. Using a drive when the system is not level may damage the drive or prevent proper operation. Prolonged use of the optical...
  • Page 57 3 Introduction to Function To insert and remove a disc on the drive: Make sure your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is turned on. Press the eject button found on the door cover of the optical disk drive. The CD tray mechanism will pop-out slightly and slowly pull out the whole length of the tray.

  • Page 58: Using Dolby™ Headphone

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Using DOLBY™ Headphone The Dolby Headphone utility lets you enjoy multi-channel sound sources, such as DVD movies, with realistic surround sound using your conventional stereo headphones. The Dolby Headphone is a utility that is available in the DVD player software.

  • Page 59: Setting / Bios

    4 Setting / BIOS 4 Setting / BIOS our notebook computer G-MAX N411 uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your notebook computer G-MAX N411 performs. This includes your system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup.

  • Page 60: Using The Xpress Recovery Utility

    Press <F9> during startup, and you’ll be greeted by this screen below: The function buttons description： Recover button. This function will recover your system to factory default. Exit button. This function will exit and restart your notebook computer G-MAX N411.
  • Page 61 4 Setting / BIOS Press <F2> during startup, select “Boot” setup menu and set boot from CD-ROM. Save and exit the BIOS setup. When “CD-ROM:” appears at the bottom of the screen, press any key to enter the Xpress Utility. When you enter the Xpress Utility, you’ll be greeted by this screen below: The function buttons description：...

  • Page 62: Running The Bios Setup Program

    N411 User’s Manual 4.2 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use your notebook computer G-MAX N411’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program to change system configuration information, such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type.
  • Page 63 4 Setting / BIOS Item Specific Help • The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. Menu Bar • The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. Parameters •...

  • Page 64: Using The Main Menu Setup

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 4.3 Using the Main Menu Setup BIOS Version • This field is for information only as the BIOS displays the BIOS version during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). System Time • Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second format of your notebook computer G-MAX N411.
  • Page 65 4 Setting / BIOS System Date • Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>, <Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to another.
  • Page 66 This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST). Serial Num • This field displays the serial number of your notebook computer G-MAX N411. UUID • This field displays the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID) of your computer.

  • Page 67: I/O Configuration Sub-Menu

    4 Setting / BIOS 4.3.1 I/O Configuration Sub-Menu • Serial Port Lets you specify the Serial Port status by specifying the value to [Auto], [Enable] or [Disable]. Parallel Port Lets you specify the Parallel Port status by specifying the value to [Auto], [Enable] or [Disable].

  • Page 68: Security Menu Setup

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 4.4 Security Menu Setup User Password Is • Shows that your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is under controlled by User Password or not. Supervisor Password Is • Shows that your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not.

  • Page 69: Using The Boot Setup

    If you set this field to Enabled, your notebook computer G-MAX N411 will always ask for the password every time you boot your notebook computer G-MAX N411. 4.5 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first.

  • Page 70: How To Exit The Setup Program

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 4.6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. Exit Saving Changes • Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program. Exit Discarding Changes •...

  • Page 71: How To Upgrade The Bios

    4 Setting / BIOS 4.7 How to Upgrade the BIOS Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. Please go to Gigabyte website at http://www.gigabyte.com.tw for the latest BIOS upgrade utility.
  • Page 72 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Select the operation you desired. “Backup BIOS and Flash BIOS with new settings” will erase all the settings you previously made. Specify the location of your backup file and your new BIOS file. Click Flash BIOS when you are ready to reset your BIOS with new settings.
  • Page 73 Please do not interrupt the process of the execution for the program to be properly executed. The system now will be shut down for the program to be successfully completed. You may press the power button to restart your notebook computer G-MAX N411.
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  • Page 75: Connecting To Peripherals

    5 Connecting to Peripherals his chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook computer G-MAX N411. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to...

  • Page 76: Using The Usb Port

    USB port. 5.2 Using an External Monitor Port Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system.

  • Page 77: Using The Ieee 1394 Port

    Turn on your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will show the display. Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is set at default to run at simultaneous display mode. 6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor (CRT/LCD) and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn>...

  • Page 78: Using The External Audio System

    N411 User’s Manual 5.4 Using the External Audio System At the left side of your notebook computer G-MAX N411, you will find the built-in audio ports. You can connect Microphone jack, earphone or powered speaker. To connect to a audio jack: Locate the audio port (Microphone, Headphone) that you want to use to the target device.

  • Page 79: Using The Wireless Lan

    Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 integrates built-in IEEE 802.11b＋g wireless LAN module, with using Intel ® PRO/Wireless network solution by Intel ® Centrino™ mobile technology.

  • Page 80: Wireless Lan & Bluetooth (Option)

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Wireless LAN and Bluetooth(Option) Pressing <F2>＋<Fn> enables/disables wireless network connections. Each time you press this combination of keys, you will step to the next choice. The choices are wireless enable, Bluetooth enable, wireless and Bluetooth enable, and wireless and Bluetooth disable.
  • Page 81 5 Connecting to Peripherals The second time when you press <F2>＋<Fn>: WLAN OFF & Bluetooth ON (LED OFF) Icons at the right bottom side of the screen are: Note: 1. Bluetooth mark is WHITE highlight; means enable. 2. Pro/SET mark is forbidden; means disable.
  • Page 82 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual The third time when you press <F2>＋<Fn>: WLAN ON & Bluetooth ON (LED Flashing) Icons at the right bottom side of the screen are: Note: 1. Bluetooth mark is WHITE highlight; means enable. 2. Pro/SET mark is NOT forbidden; means enable.
  • Page 83 5 Connecting to Peripherals The fourth time when you press <F2>＋<Fn>: Both OFF (LED OFF) Icons at the right bottom side of the screen are: Note: 1. Bluetooth mark is RED highlight; means disable. 2. Pro/SET mark is forbidden; means disable.

  • Page 84: Using The Modem Port

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 5.7 Using the Modem Port Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to connect to an online service or Internet.

  • Page 85: Using Memory Card Reader

    5 Connecting to Peripherals 5.8 Using Memory Card Reader Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 is equipped with a memory card reader that can read and write to three different popular digital media - Memory Stick™, Multimedia Card™, and Secure Digital Card™. With this 3-in-1 reader, you can easily...

  • Page 86: Using Port Replicator (Option)

    N411 User’s Manual 5.9 Using Port Replicator (Optional) If your notebook computer G-MAX N411 has the optional Port Replicator, it comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices including: disk drives, keyboards, USB devices, printers, etc.

  • Page 87: External Monitor Port

    5 Connecting to Peripherals DC Power Port ➊ Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your Port Replicator. ➋ PS/2 Port The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface device follow these steps: Align the connector with the port opening.

  • Page 88: Parallel Port

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Parallel Port ➎ The parallel port, or LPT port, allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printer to your notebook computer G-MAX N411. In order to connect a parallel interface device, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 89: System Upgrade

    You can upgrade your memory size to your system for specific requirements. This section provides an easy step in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer G-MAX N411. The upgrade procedures include the following.

  • Page 90: Memory Upgrade Procedures

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 6.1 Memory Upgrade Procedures Your notebook computer G-MAX N411 offers two memory slots using 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 128MB DDR SDRAM. One of them is for on board memory module, you can use another to add and upgrade.
  • Page 91 6 System Upgrade The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and installing the module. Remove the screw and open the DIMM cover by your finger. Locate the memory module into the empty memory module sockets.
  • Page 92 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Hold the memory module at a 45-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook. Press down on the edge of the memory module until the locking tabs on both sides is locked. Put the DIMM door back and secure the screw on the DIMM door.

  • Page 93: Care And Maintenance

    7 Cleaning & Maintenance 7 Cleaning & Maintenance our notebook computer G-MAX N411 will serve you well if you take care of it. This chapter describes some tips and notice about how to care and maintain your notebook computer G-MAX N411.

  • Page 94: Taking Care Of Your Notebook Computer

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 7.1 Taking Care of Your Notebook Computer • The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence your notebook computer can be protected from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS. Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight. Do not place •...

  • Page 95: Taking Care Of Your Battery Pack

    7 Cleaning & Maintenance The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should • not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

  • Page 96: Clean And Serving

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual 7.2 Cleaning and Serving When cleaning your notebook, follow these steps: 1. Power off your notebook and remove the battery pack. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

  • Page 97: When You Travel

    7 Cleaning & Maintenance • Never move or raise the computer while the hard disk is being accessed, most especially don't jar the hard disk as this may cause a hard disk crash. • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows.
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  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Do not attempt to open and service your notebook computer G-MAX N411 by yourself. Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance.

  • Page 100: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions This is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your notebook computer G-MAX N411, and it gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Q1. I press the power switch, but my notebook computer G-MAX N411 does not start or boot-up.
  • Page 101 The display device might be set to an external monitor. Press • the display toggle hot key <Fn>＋<F10> to toggle the display back to your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Q3. Image is not full-screen. Make sure the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports.
  • Page 102 Q6. The keyboard does not respond. Try attaching an external keyboard to the USB connector on the left or right panel of your notebook computer G-MAX N411. If it works, contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose.

  • Page 103: Appendix A System Information

    System Information his appendix gives information on the technical and hardware specifications of your notebook computer G-MAX N411. Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your notebook computer G-MAX N411 as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual.

  • Page 104: System Specification

    One user-upgradeable slot to maximum 1024 MB using 200-pin SODIMM 128MB, 256MB and 512MB module • DDR 333 SDRAM modules We recommend that you should go to your local Gigabyte Service Center for memory upgrading. LCD Display • 14" WXGA (1280x768) Color TFT LCD Maximum 16M true colors on all LCD display •...

  • Page 105: Disk Drives

    System Information Disk Drives • 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE interface with LBA mode • 9.5mm height Ultra DMA 100 HDD • Enhanced IDE bootable CD-ROM drive module Optional CD-RW/DVD combo drive that can be replaced with • CD-ROM Audio System •...

  • Page 106: I/O Ports

    G-MAX N411 User’s Manual I/O Ports • 2 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x IEEE 1394 port (4-pin) • 1 x VGA port / Mini D-sub 15-pin (Monitor) • 1 x Headphone jack • 1 x Microphone jack •...

  • Page 107: Appendix B Service Centers

    Service Centers APPENDIX Service Centers his appendix gives information about S ervice Centers of your notebook computer G-MAX N411.

  • Page 108: Service Centers List

    • Address: No.6, Bau Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C. • TEL: +886 (2) 8912-4888 • FAX: +886 (2) 8912-4004 • How to submit a question? Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products. Non-technical Sales and marketing issues • WEB Address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/ • WEB Address (Chinese): http://chinese.giga-byte.com/ U.S.A.
  • Page 109 Non-technical Sales and marketing issues The Netherlands GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY B.V. • Tel: +31 40 290 2088 • NL Tech.Support : 0900-GIGABYTE (0900-44422983) • BE Tech.Support : 0900-84034 • Fax: +31 40 290 2089 • How to submit a question? Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products.
  • Page 110 G-MAX N411 User’s Manual Poland Representative Office Of Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd. POLAND • How to submit a question? Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products. Non-technical Sales and marketing issues • WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.pl/...

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