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  • Page 1 Chapter 1.Tips...
  • Page 2 1-1. Read this carefully before using the Notebook PC. ▶ Regulatory Notices Tips...
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  • Page 10: Energy Star

    ▶ ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Compliance (Korea) As an ENERGY STAR partner, LG has determined that standard configurations of this product meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote en- ergy-efficient products.
  • Page 11 For more convenient use of the machine, we provide you with Ez User Guide/Ez Troubleshooting. Install them by selecting LG Intelligent Update CD > Manual Installation > Application. Click Help button and refer to Tour to learn how to use Ez User Guide/Ez Troubleshooting.
  • Page 12 The examplified figures in this manual may not exactly the same as the real products. LG Electronics Inc. has rights to modify any part of this manual for the better without prior notice. Unauthorized reproduction or duplication of any part of this manual is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 13: Ez User Guide Tour

    ▶ Ez User Guide Tour 1. Toolbar - Hide/Show: Hide or show the navigation window. - Back: Displays the previous page in the navigation history. - Forward: Displays the next page in the navigation history. - Home: Displays the Home page. - Print: Prints the current page.

  • Page 14: Important Safety Information

    1-2. Important safety information Please avoid any undesirable environmental factor that shortens the machine's life span. Use the machine in a safe and stable place. ※ The warranty does not cover any damage resulting from reckless use or use in undesirable environments. ▶...

  • Page 15: Using Battery

    Do not throw or disassemble the battery. The resulting impairment may cause an injury, explosion, or fire. Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG Electronic Inc. Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur. Prevent the battery from being contact with any metallic object like a car ignition key or a paper clip.
  • Page 16 Do not short-circuit the battery. Otherwise, it may explode. Do not dispose of a spent (backup) battery arbitrarily. It may explode or cause a fire. Disposal methods may differ by country and region. Dispose of the spent battery in accordance with the laws and safety rules of the country and region.

  • Page 17: Using Ac Adapter

    Do not use the laptop on top of carpet, blanket or bed. The product may malfunction, cause a fire or burn the user due to temperature rise. Read the directions printed on the battery pack carefully before use. Keep the battery at room temperature. Refer to other Tips and directions in this guide to store the battery properly.
  • Page 18 In the case that a strange noise is heard from the cord or plug, disconnect the power cord from the outlet im- mediately and contact the service center. A fire or electric shock may occur. Never disassemble the power supply and adapter. A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.

  • Page 19: Using Notebook Pc

    ▶ Using Notebook PC Clean the computer with a proper agent and dry it completely before using it again. If the computer is wet while used, an electric shock or fire may occur. When lightning flashes in your area, disconnect the power, modem, LAN and other connections. An electric shock or fire may occur.
  • Page 20 Do not play computer games too much. Playing a computer game for an extensive time may cause a mental disorder. It could even inflict physical impairments on feeble people including children and the elderly. You may hear noise while on 3D mode. Do not leave any object such as a pen on the keypad.
  • Page 21 To clean the LCD panel, use designated agents and soft cloth and rub the panel in one direction. Too much force may damage the panel. When handling computer parts, follow the instructions in the manual. Otherwise, damage may be inflicted. Do not put your finger or an object in the PC card slots.
  • Page 22 Do not insert other devices than designated ones in the ports. Otherwise, the product may get damaged. Do not use a damaged CD-ROM disk or floppy disk. It may cause product damage or physical injury. Prevent children from thrusting their finger in the CD drive tray. The finger may be stuck in the tray and injured.

  • Page 23: Upgrading Notebook Pc

    Please use parts certified by LG Electronics Inc. Otherwise, a fire or product damage may occur. Consult our service engineer before you use a peripheral device not manufactured by LG Electronics Inc. The product may get damaged. Do not disassemble or moderate the machine arbitrarily.

  • Page 24: Carrying Notebook Pc

    Do not drop any part or device of the machine while disassembling it. If dropped, it may be damaged and cause an injury. ▶ Carrying Notebook PC To carry the machine, turn off the power and disconnect all the cables. Otherwise, you may trip over the wire, damaging the computer and getting an injury.

  • Page 25: Safety Notes To Prevent Data Loss (Hdd Management)

    Do not leave the powered-on computer in a space without enough ventilation (i.e. bags) for an extended or repeated time. The battery may overheat and cause a fire. ▶ Safety Notes to Prevent Data Loss (HDD Management) Handle the computer with care to prevent a data loss. Since the hard disk is sensitive to shocks, please make a back-up file of important data all the time.

  • Page 26: When Using The Computer, Sit In The Good Posture As Shown Below

    Windows Vista Capable PC provides an environment where users can enjoy remarkable ad- vancements in information structuring and searching, security, and stability. However, not all computers with the Windows Vista Capable PC logo can support the full range of Windows Vista features.

  • Page 27: Adjusting Volume (Headset And Speakers)

    ■ Long time use of computer may cause physical fatigue. ■ A 10 minutes break after 50 minute use is desirable. Avoid using the computer more than 2 hours a day. ■ Take a rest regularly and stretch your body. ▶...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2.Notebook PC Tour...
  • Page 29 2-1. Opening/Closing Notebook PC 1. Raise the Notebook PC cover upward. ※ Adjust the angle for the best convenient position. 2. Be sure to close the computer after use. Notebook PC Tour...

  • Page 30: Operation Status Lamps

    2-2. Operation Status Lamps 1. Power Lamp: - Blinking: System Standby - On: The system is running on the AC power or battery. - Off: The system is turned off or in Hibernates. 2. AC Power and Battery Status Lamp - Orange: The battery is being charged.
  • Page 31 - Caps Lock lamp is on when the it is active. When this lamp is on, you can type uppercase letters without holding Shift key. 6. Wireless LAN lamp - Off: Wireless LAN is not in use. - Blinking (short interval): Wireless LAN/Bluetooth is connected and data are being transmitted. - Blinking (every 2 ~ 3 seconds): Wireless LAN/Bluetooth is not connected but Wireless Radio is on.

  • Page 32: Chapter 3.Using The System

    Chapter 3.Using the system...
  • Page 33 3-1. Running on Battery Notebook PC runs on AC power or battery. This section describes the procedure that the user should take initially for a new system. The provided AC adapter can be used on both 100V and 240V. Charge the new battery with the AC adapter before use. ※...
  • Page 34 - When the battery status lamp is blinking, charge it fully with the AC adapter before using it. 4. Remove the battery pack as shown in the diagram below. Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG Electronic Inc. ■ Uncertified batteries may explode.
  • Page 35 The battery capacity may change due to chemical reactions during charge and discharge. ■ The system checks the charge status of LG batteries frequently, and then calculates and indicates the actual battery duration on the current system setup.
  • Page 36 Do not leave a liquid container on the computer. ■ The system may be short-circuited and damaged. Please use an AC adapter certified by LG Electronics. ■ Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur. ■ It may cause a problem in battery charging or system operation.
  • Page 37 3-3. Registering Windows Ensure that the AC adapter is connected or the battery is charged before turning on the machine. Refer to the below directions to turn on/off the machine. ▶ Turning On 1. Open the machine and adjust the panel. 2.
  • Page 38 2. When [End User License Agreement] appears, read it carefully, select Yes, I accept. (Y) and click Next. 3. The [Please specify a computer name.] screen appears. Fill in Computer Name (C) and Computer Description (O) fields and click Skip button to continue. ※...
  • Page 39 4. When the [Register with Microsoft?] screen appears, select No, not at this time. (N) and click Next. 5. When the [Help protect your PC.] screen appears, select "Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Update now" and click Next. Using the system...
  • Page 40 6. When the [Type the user name] screen appears, enter your User Name (Y) and click Next. 7. When the [Thank you] screen appears, click Finish (F). Now, you have completed the installation process. Using the system...

  • Page 41: System Termination

    ▶ System Termination 1. To turn off the computer, close all applications and on the Windows XP home screen click Start and Turning Off Computer. 2. When the [Shutdown Computer] screen appears, click Shutdown. 3. The computer turns off automatically 4.
  • Page 42 Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys to terminate the program through Windows Task Manager or restart the system. If the some Windows program files have been damaged due to an abnormal shutdown, reinstall damaged programs. LG Electronics is not responsible for data loss caused by your mistakes and negligence.

  • Page 43: Windows Xp Tour

    3-4. Windows XP Overview Windows XP is stylish, novel, and easy to use. The desktop and task bar images are simplified, and you can easily access applications through the Start menu. There are more Desktop options for you to customize the environment. ▶...

  • Page 44: Windows Xp Desktop

    ▶ Windows XP Desktop 1. Start button - Unfolds Start menu when clicked. 2. Start menu - Includes programs needed to start Windows. - Clicking All Programs displays the list of all programs installed on the system. 3. Taskbar - Shows all currently running programs. 4.

  • Page 45: Start Menu

    ▶ Start menu Includes all programs needed to start Windows. 1. Fixed Items 2. Recently Used Programs - The order of the programs is subject to change. 3. All Programs 4. Start - Allows you to easily access most commonly used programs. 5.

  • Page 46: Help And Support

    ▶ Help and Support Allows you to learn about Windows use and get troubleshooting information and technical supports. Please read the menu before using the computer. 1. Click Start button and Help and Support on Start menu. Using the system...
  • Page 47 2. Then, the following screen will appear. 1. Allows you to search for wanted items through such methods as Suggested Topics, Full-text Search Matches, and Microsoft Knowl- edge Base. Microsoft Knowledge Base is supported only when the Internet is connected. 2.
  • Page 48 3-5. Windows XP Power Management Windows XP has a self-power management feature. With that, you can lower the power consumption of Notebook PC. ▶ Power Option Registration Information 1. On the home screen, click Start button and Control Panel. 2. Double-click Control panels|Switch to Classic View|Power Options icons. 3.
  • Page 49 ■ If you execute System standby or System hibernates while playing a computer game, a serious error may occur. Be sure to end the game before entering into System standby or System hibernates. Using the system...
  • Page 50 Norton AntiVirus. You can use Norton AntiVirus and LiveUpdate free of charge for 90 days. ※ The displayed image can be modified without prior notice. ※ Norton AntiVirus can also be installed using LG Intelligent Update CD. ▶ Installing and Registering Norton AntiVirus 1.
  • Page 51 4. When the Norton AntiVirus installation screen appears, select the destination folder to intall the program and click [Next]. ※ When the Microsoft Windows installer update window appears, install the update. (You need to be connected to the Internet to install Microsoft Windows installer.) 5.
  • Page 52 6. When the installation of Norton AntiVirus is finished as below, click [Next]. 7. When the following screen appears, select [Continue with my 90 day Subscription] and click [Next]. 8. When the following screen appears, click [Finish] to complete the installation. ※...

  • Page 53: Updating Norton Antivirus

    instructed on the screen and click [Next]. If you don't want to register, click [Skip]. ▶ Updating Norton AntiVirus A modem or LAN card must be installed in the computer to update Norton Antivirus. Update is available only through the Internet. 1.

  • Page 54: Scanning Viruses With Norton Antivirus

    3. When the update is complete, click [Restart] to reboot the system. ▶ Scanning Viruses with Norton AntiVirus 1. Double-click the Norton AntiVirus icon on the desktop, or click [Start] > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Norton AntiVirus. 2. In the Norton AntiVirus tab, click [Task & Scans] > [Run a Scan], select the scan method, and start the scan. 3.
  • Page 55 ※ If the system is infected with a virus, the Repair window is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to repair the infected files. 4. When the scan is complete, click [Finish] to exit the program. Using the system...
  • Page 56 3-7. CyberLink YouCam CyberLink YouCam is the program that can take picture or moving images through the Web Camera. ※ The figures herein are subject to change without prior notice. Web Camera is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models. ※...
  • Page 57 Snapshot : Takes pictures. Burst : Takes pictures continuously. Capture : Takes moving images. YouTube : Uploads the taken moving images to YouTube. E-Mail : Sends the taken pictures or moving images through E-mail. Recycle Bin : Deletes the taken pictures or moving images. Help: Displays the help windows for YouCam.

  • Page 58: Using Battery Miser

    3-8. Using Battery Miser Battery Miser is a program that manages the power saving features to use the battery for the longest possible hours. When used with Windows Default Power Management Features, Battery Miserprovides its unique power management features in addition. ※...
  • Page 59 Using the system...
  • Page 60 Chapter 4.Input/Output Device...

  • Page 61: Using The Keyboard

    4-1. Using the Keyboard The keyboard allows the user to input data or give commands. ▶ Keyboard Overview The keyboard consists of character and numeric keys as well as function keys. 1. Function keys (F1 ~ F12) - The usage may differ by OS or applications types. 2.

  • Page 62: Using Special Keys

    ▶ Using Special Keys 1. Esc key - Terminates or stops a program. 2. Caps Lock key - Used to turn on Caps Lock lamp. When this lamp is on, you can type uppercase letters without holding Shift key. To type lowercase letters, press this key again.
  • Page 63 ■ Toggle Caps Lock key to turn the Caps Lock lamp ON or OFF and to maintain the uppercase/lowercase mode. The on/off status is displayed through the lamp on the notebook PC body. ■ By holding Shift key, you can type uppercase letters when Caps Lock is off or lowercase letters when Caps Lock is on.

  • Page 64: Hot Keys

    ▶ Hot Keys: By pressing the following key combinations at the same time, you can immediately start the designated features (such as adjusting the screen brightness). Fn + F1 Customizable hot keys. (Configurable through OSD settings) Fn + F2 Customizable hot keys. (Configurable through OSD settings) Fn + F3 Magnifying hot keys Fn + F4...
  • Page 65 Fn + PgUp You can enter [Prt Sc Sys Rq] button. Fn + PgDn You can enter [Pause Break] button. Fn + Delete You can enter [Insert] button. Input/Output Device...
  • Page 66 4-2. Using the Touchpad (and Mouse) The touch pad is equipped with the scroll feature and can function as a wheel mouse. The touchpad is compatible with the USB-type mouse in software. The touchpad functions same as the USB-type mouse and is very useful for a program support- ing mouse use like the Windows.
  • Page 67 ▶ Moving the Cursor (Pointer) on the Screen Place a finger on the touchpad and glide the finger. ▶ Click (Select) Press and release the left button swiftly. (Or tap the touchpad once.) Do this, for example, to select a menu or icon and to place the cursor to type on a word processor file. ▶...

  • Page 68: Click-Free Dragging

    - Glide one finger on the pad with another finger pressing and holding the left button. 2. Drop - Release the left button to drop. (By doing this, you could drop a file into Recycle Bin, if you want to.) ▶...
  • Page 69 2. Select Activate click-free dragging (T) and click [Setup] button to adjust the time span for which you should press the left button to execute the feature. ▶ Scrolling The touch pad supports the scrolling feature. To scroll vertically or horizontally, glide your finger along the right or bottom edge. Now the screen follows your finger move- ments if there is a scroll bar on either edge.

  • Page 70: Chapter 5.Connecting Peripherals

    Chapter 5.Connecting Peripherals...

  • Page 71: Connecting Usb

    5-1. Connecting USB 2.0 Following peripherals can be connected to the Notebook PC. ※ Those peripherals need to be purchased separately. The notebook PC can be connected with other USB supporting devices such as USB keyboard, Hub, digital camera, etc. Connecting Peripherals...

  • Page 72: Connecting Monitor

    5-2. Connecting Monitor Monitor Toggle Features (Converting the Screen Using the Shortcut Key) ※ If you have an external monitor connected to the computer, press Fn + F7 keys to rotate the display mode between LCD only, Monitor only, and LCD + Monitor both in order. ■...

  • Page 73: Using Bluetooth

    5-3. Using Bluetooth Bluetooth establishes wireless connection between the MS Windows user and the various Bluetooth - enabled digital devices such as camera, cell phone, headset, printer, GPS receiver, etc. Bluetooth is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models. ※...
  • Page 74 4. When the following [Bluetooth Manager-Bluetooth Security] window appears, enter the password for the Bluetooth device. ※ For a password, you can use the password provided by the Bluetooth device manufacturer or you can set it yourself. 5. When you added and connected the Bluetooth device, the corresponding icon and device name is displayed in the Bluetooth Setup program as follows: Connecting Peripherals...

  • Page 75: Using Smart Link

    Before you can upgrade the Smart Link ROM data, the notebook PC and the remote PC must be connected with a Smart Link cable. ■ You can upgrade the Smart Link ROM data using LG Intelligent CD or LG Intelligent Update. When two notebook PCs that support Smart Link are connected to a remote PC.

  • Page 76: Connecting Smart Link

    ▶ Connecting Smart Link It takes about 1 minute to 5 minutes depending on the notebook PC and the remote PC used before the Smart Link program starts to operate after connecting the cable. 1. Connect the Smart Link cable to the Smart Link port of the notebook PC and the USB port of the remote ※...
  • Page 77 2. Start the SmartLink.exe file, which will guide you through the installation of the Smart Link program. Select [Allow] when the User Account Control window appears. ※ Once the Smart Link device driver is installed, the installation program starts the preparatory process for running the Smart Link program.

  • Page 78: Smart Link Folder Sharing Window

    ▶ Smart Link Folder Sharing Window When the two PCs are properly connected with Smart Link, the following Smart Link Folder Sharing window appears. ※ The Smart Link Folder Sharing window appears automatically. If there is no input for approximately 5 seconds after the Smart Link Folder Sharing window appears, it closes automatically.
  • Page 79 ■ To share a folder, you can also drag-and-drop the folder to the Smart Link Folder Sharing window instead of using the Add button. ■ The Share ODD checkbox is not available if there is no ODD installed in the PC. ■...
  • Page 80 5-5. Using External Drive (LGPC-ODD) ※ External Drive is optional, and so it may not be installed in some models. ▶ Connecting External Drive Connect the USB cable of the external drive to the USB port of the notebook PC. ■...
  • Page 81 4. If you want to take out the CD, press the Open Disk Tray button and take out the CD when the tray is ejected. ■ LGPC-ODD works only in LG S210 Series. ■ Use the external drive on a leveled place, if possible. On a tilted place, the CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM may not function normally.

  • Page 82: Chapter 6.System Setup

    Chapter 6.System Setup...

  • Page 83: Starting System Setup

    ■ For performance improvement, the CMOS setup menu configuration and default settings may be changed and become different from the images in User Manual. 1. Turn on the notebook PC. 2. Press F2 key while the "Press F2 for System Utilities" appears on the bottom of the LG logo screen. System Setup...

  • Page 84: Keys Used In System Setup

    3. A while later, the system setup home screen appears. ▶ Keys Used in System Setup Keys Descriptions Enter Selects the current item. To deselect the current item or to move to the previous screen. (Arrow keys) Moves the cursor up, down, left, and right. +, - Increases or decreases the item value.

  • Page 85: Setting The Password

    6-2. Setting the Password This process is to set a password so that other people cannot use the notebook PC or change the settings. The user can set a password while booting the system or setting up the system. ■ Without the registered password, if any, access to the system will be denied. Write down and keep the password in a safe place.

  • Page 86: Set User Password

    4. When the following message appears, press the [Enter] key. 5. To save changes in System Setup, press the [F10] key. 6. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press the [Enter] key. The notebook PC will restart. ■ With the Supervisor Password, the user will be authorized to set all items in the CMOS setup menu and to do the Power on Boot.
  • Page 87 2. When the following screen appears, select Set User Password with the arrow keys and press [Enter]. 3. When the following message appears, input the password and press [Enter]. Password would be maximum 8 characters combined with characters (A~Z) and numbers (0~9). 4.

  • Page 88: Password On Boot

    6. When the following message appears, select [Yes] and press the [Enter] key. The notebook PC will restart. ■ The User Password allows limited access to the items in CMOS setup compared to the Supervisor Password Item. ▶ Password on boot Password on boot feature protects the system by requesting the Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password during boot up.

  • Page 89: Set Hdd Password

    3. Select Password on Boot, and change Disable into Enable using + and - keys. ■ You may also press the [Shift] + [+] keys to toggle between [Enabled] and [Disabled]. ▶ Set HDD Password The HDD Password is to set a password in the HDD separately from the Supervisor Password. 1.
  • Page 90 3. When the following message appears, input the password and press [Enter]. Password would be maximum 8 characters combined with characters (A~Z) and numbers (0~9). 4. When the following message appears, press the [Enter] key. 5. To save changes in System Setup, press the [F10] key. 6.

  • Page 91: Changing Or Deleting The Password

    6-3. Changing or Deleting the Password You can delete or change the password only after inputting the current password. ▶ Changing the Password 1. Execute the System Setup, enter the password, and press [Enter]. 2. Change the password in the same way as setting one. ▶...
  • Page 92 3. When the following message appears, input the current password in the Enter Current Password field. 4. Press the [Enter] key in the Enter New Password and the Confirm New Password. 5. When the following message appears, select [Continue] and press the [Enter] key. 6.

  • Page 93: Restore The Default Settings

    6-4. Restore the Default Settings If you have changed the system setup by mistake, you can restore the default settings. 1. After opening the system setup screen, use the arrow keys to move to Exit. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Load Setup Defaults, and press [Enter]. 3.
  • Page 94 Chapter 7.Using LG Smart Recov-...
  • Page 95 Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 96 LG Smart Recovery helps you safely install and recover Windows XP. ※ The figures herein may differ by language selection and be subject to change without prior notice. 1. Double click the LG Smart Recovery icon on desktop to run the LG Smart Recovery. 2. Click the System Backup icon.
  • Page 97 ※ You can select Partial Backup only when you have previously run Complete Backup and the system has complete backup data. 5. Specify the location to save the backup file, type file name and click Save button. ※ If you have selected Partial Backup, choose the existing complete backup data and click Open. Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 98 8. After the system is rebooted automatically, the screen showing the progress of system backup appears. ※ Depending on product specifications and backup file size, the system may need longer time to load the file. Do not turn off the power Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 99 9. Once the system backup process completes, click OK and the system will automatically restart in 10 seconds. Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 100 4. Click the Protected Hard Disk Area or Browse to select a file you want to back up and click Next. ※ The Protected Hard Disk Area option will be presented only if you have selected the Safe Backup when you run the LG Smart Recovery for the first time.
  • Page 101 6. Click Ok. The system will automatically restart in 1 minute and show the System Backup In Process screen. ※ Depending on product specifications and backup file size, the system may need longer time to load the file. Do not turn off the power Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 102 7. Once the system restoration process completes, click OK and the system will automatically restart in 10 seconds. Using LG Smart Recovery...
  • Page 103 7-3. LG Smart Recovery Tools Menu LG Smart Recovery Tools menu provide useful tools to back up and restore the system efficiently. ※ The figures and instructions herein are subject to change without prior notice. 1. Disk Management: By using the Disk Management tool, you can perform disk-related tasks including creating partition and volume, formatting, and assigning drive letter.
  • Page 104 Chapter 8.Using LG Smart Recov-...
  • Page 105 Center Using LG Smart Recovery Center...
  • Page 106 1. Insert the LG Smart Recovery Center DVD into the DVD-ROM and restart the system. ※ If the LG Smart Recovery Center DVD fails to boot the system, restart the computer and press F2 to start the BIOS SETUP and change the Booting Order option.ï...

  • Page 107: Using Lg Smart Recovery Center

    6. When it completes the restoration process, the system will present the Completed the Restoration message. 7. Click OK to restart the system automatically after 10 seconds. ※ Remove the LG Smart Recovery Center DVD from the DVD-ROM once the System Restoration process completes. Using LG Smart Recovery Center...

  • Page 108: Chapter 9.Reinstalling The Driver

    Chapter 9.Reinstalling the Driver...
  • Page 109 ※ The screen layout may differ by model type. ▶ Installation 1. Insert LG Intelligent Update CD in the optical disk drive. 2. When the installation screen appears, click Next > Next > Next > Finish buttons or press Enter to install.
  • Page 110 3. LG Intelligent Update screen appears. ▶ Execution 1. Insert LG Intelligent Update CD in the optical disk drive. Then, the program will automatically start. ※ If the LG Intelligent Update program is not installed, LG Intelligent Update installation screen will appear.
  • Page 111 ※ For more details, refer to Help. 1. Now, you can install drivers and applications needed for the system. ■ The items that the user must install are automatically displayed on the Software Installation Wizard screen. Read the screen carefully before installation. Reinstalling the Driver...

  • Page 112: Chapter 10.Using The Internet

    Chapter 10.Using the Internet...

  • Page 113: Using Lan

    10-1. Using the Internet There are various methods to access the Internet. Choose the most desirable method for user environments and system specifications. ▶ Using LAN LAN refers to high speed network environments linking companies and households. 1. Connect LAN cable to the LAN port. On the taskbar, click Start│Control Panel │ Switch to Classic View│Network Connection.
  • Page 114 3. When the following screen appears, on General tab, check Device List for Connection to see if Realtek RTL8102E/RTL8103E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC driver was installed, and select Internet Properties. Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click 4. On Properties │ General tab, click Obtain an IP address automatically. 5.

  • Page 115: Using Wireless Lan

    ▶ Using Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN card is optional. ※ Wireless LAN supports multi-terminal networking at home and office. Wireless network offers general network features (e.g. sharing files, folders, and a printer) and allows a computer without the Internet connection in a small network to access the Internet through another terminal. ※...
  • Page 116 3. To see the connection status, place the cursor over Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar. ■ If no network key is set for the selected AP, click "Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure." ■...

  • Page 117: Using Ip Operator

    The IP Operator also supports all types of IEEE 802.11a, b, g wireless networks, sets the optimal wireless network environment and automatically switches the network environments. ※ LG X120 Series supports IEEE 802.11b/g wireless networks. ※ For more information, refer to IP Operator Help.
  • Page 118 2. When the following screen appears, click No. Activate administration feature button to make the wireless network available. When a different screen appears, select the right wireless network device from Device Name drop-down list. 3. Click Add button and click Next when the settings have completed as shown below. 1.
  • Page 119 4. Set TCP/IP address and the printer for the profile and click Finish. 1. To refer to the existing settings for TCP/IP and the printer, select the profile and click Get button. 2. Set IP and DNS addresses. 3. Select a default printer to apply the profile. 5.
  • Page 120 New features provided by IP Operator are as follows: ■ 802.3 Automatic Switching: Analyzes the network when the network cable is connected and automatically searches the optimal profile for the system. (Must be set in the Option menu.) ■ Automatic Wireless Network Switching: Searches the most suitable network for the use of a wireless network in various locations without manual settings.
  • Page 121 Using the Internet...
  • Page 122 Chapter 11. Auxiliary Storage/Memory...

  • Page 123: Using Memory Card

    11-1. Using Memory Card ▶ Checking Available Memory Card ※ This model supports SD, MMC, Memory STick, and Memory Stick Pro. SD, MMC,Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro cards are mobile storage devices like a floppy disk, widely used in many digital products these days.

  • Page 124: Mounting And Using Memory Card

    ▶ Mounting and Using Memory Card Insert the card into the multi-card slot to the fullest in the right direction. ■ When the memory card is formatted, the data stored in the memory card will be deleted. Check whether there are important data before formatting the memory stick. ■...

  • Page 125: Removing Memory Card

    When using an MMC card: ■ Place the MMC card with the arrow facing upward ( ), and insert it into the slot. Forcing the MMC card into the slot may cause an impairment. ■ Some memory products manufactured by Transcend are made of metal and may cause a short circuit when contacting with the connection port in the multi-card slot.
  • Page 126 To safely removing a memory card: 6. Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 7. Click Safely Remove Hardware (S). 8. When Safety Remove Hardware window appears, click Stop. 9. When Stop Hardware window appears, click OK. Auxiliary Storage/Memory...

  • Page 127: Expanding Memory Capacity

    You may need to expand the notebook memory for better performance. ※ For memory expansion, we recommend that you receive a paid service from a service center certified by LG. LG disclaims any responsibility for damage resulting from uncertified service or arbitrary disassembly.
  • Page 128 1. Loosen the screw on the rear side of the notebook PC to remove the cover. 2. Insert the memory into the memory socket as shown in the figure. Auxiliary Storage/Memory...
  • Page 129 ■ Check the memory capacity during the second booting. If the memory capacity is not correct, install the main memory again. ■ Use only the expandable main memory module manufactured by LG. Using a main memory module other than recommended products may cause malfunctioning of the notebook PC.

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