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  • Page 1 MR031 User Guide...
  • Page 2 otebook User Guide Copyright © 2007 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2007/10 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. For Safety Regulation: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
  • Page 4 otebook User Guide frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:...
  • Page 5 otebook User Guide Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
  • Page 6 otebook User Guide “To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.” Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à...
  • Page 7 otebook User Guide Safety Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN or Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG_adapter meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, supplement C, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992.
  • Page 8 otebook User Guide Antenna Warning (see below) Use on Aircraft Caution (see below) Other Wireless Devices (see below) Power Supply (Access Point) (see below) Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
  • Page 9 otebook User Guide Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: See the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network. Local Restrictions on 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n Radio Usag Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n products are designed for...
  • Page 10 otebook User Guide IEEE Std. 802.11n compliant Standard on Wireless LAN Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification, as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance The Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN adapter The Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN or Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG_ adapter, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
  • Page 11 otebook User Guide supplied to an OEM or integrator but should not be distributed to the end user This device is intended for OEM integrators only. This device cannot be co-located with any other transmitter. Please See the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions. This device must be operated and used with a locally approved access point.
  • Page 12 otebook User Guide Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n products are designed for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated use.
  • Page 13 otebook User Guide NOTE: The radiated output power of the Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN or Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG_ adapter wireless network device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Intel(R)Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN or Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG_ adapter wireless device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 14 otebook User Guide For use in (or with) UL Listed personal computers or compatible. Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário. Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 15 otebook User Guide d'une licence, il doit être utilisé a l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afinde fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. » Europe Frequency Bands 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Europe ETSI) 5.15 - 5.35 GHz and 5.47-5.725 GHz (Europe ETSI)
  • Page 16 otebook User Guide Declaration of Conformity This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 17 otebook User Guide France Pour la France métropolitain 2.400 -2. 4835 GHz (canaux 1 à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.400 - 2.454 GHz (canaux 1 à 7) autorisé en usage extérieur Pour la Guyane et la Réunion 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.420 - 2.4835 GHz (canaux 5 à...
  • Page 18 otebook User Guide The use of these equipments is regulated by: 1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity subject to general authorization) for outdoor use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use. 2.
  • Page 19 otebook User Guide Radio Approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country, please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document.
  • Page 20 otebook User Guide Information for the user Safety Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, supplement C, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992.
  • Page 21 otebook User Guide Explosive Device Proximity Warning (see below) Antenna Warning (see below) Use on Aircraft Caution (see below) Other Wireless Devices (see below) Power Supply (Access Point) (see below) Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
  • Page 22 otebook User Guide Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: See the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network. Local Restrictions on 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g Radio Usage Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products are designed for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of...
  • Page 23 otebook User Guide The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter The Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection adapter, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this device, however, is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones.
  • Page 24 otebook User Guide supplied to an OEM or integrator, but should not be distributed to the end user. This device is intended for OEM integrators only. This device cannot be co-located with any other transmitter. Please see to the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions. This device must be operated and used with a locally approved access point.

  • Page 25: Fcc Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

    otebook User Guide Local Restriction of 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g Radio Usage The following statement on local restrictions must be published as part of the compliance documentation for all 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products. Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products are designed for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of...
  • Page 26 otebook User Guide Note: The radiated output power of the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection adapter or the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945BG Network Connection wireless network device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN wireless network device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 27 otebook User Guide Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Regulatory Warning For use in (or with) UL Listed personal computers or compatible. Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 28 otebook User Guide « Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit être utilisé a l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afinde fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé...
  • Page 29 otebook User Guide Declaration of Conformity...
  • Page 30 otebook User Guide This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 31 otebook User Guide France Pour la France métropolitaine 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.400 - 2.454 GHz (Canaux 1à 7) autorisé en usage extérieur Pour la Guyane et la Réunion 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.420 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 5 à...
  • Page 32 otebook User Guide The use of these equipments is regulated by: D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity subject to general authorization) for outdoor use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use. D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services.
  • Page 33 otebook User Guide Radio approvals To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a specific country, please check to see if the radio type number that is printed on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacture OEM Regulatory Guidance document.
  • Page 34 otebook User Guide Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power or circuits. WARNING: When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touch such power lines or circuits.
  • Page 35 otebook User Guide between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 36: About Your Notebook Computer

    otebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer ongratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry. Your new notebook computer not only drives today　 multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow　...

  • Page 37: About Your User Guide

    otebook User Guide About Your User Guide elcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual 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 computer.
  • Page 38 otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER........36 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE............... 37 INTRODUCTION................45 ..............46 EATURE IGHLIGHT ............48 NPACKING THE OMPUTER ............. 48 NSIDE OF THE OTEBOOK Notebook LED Indicator .............. 51 ..........52 RONT IDE OF THE OTEBOOK...
  • Page 39 otebook User Guide Installing Synaptics – Touch Pad driver ........73 Installing the LAN Device Driver..........73 Installing the Bluetooth Device Driver......... 74 Installing Camera Device Driver ..........74 Installing CardReader Device Driver .......... 75 Installing the Wireless LAN Driver and Utility......75 Installing the Robson Driver and Utility ........
  • Page 40 otebook User Guide ? ............104 HAT IS INDOWS ISTA ..........104 EADY FOR INDOWS ISTA ........107 NJOY ULTIMEDIA PPLICATION Internet Explorer ................ 107 Windows Calendar ..............107 Windows Contacts ..............108 Windows Defender ..............109 Windows DVD Maker..............110 Windows Fax and Scan ..............
  • Page 41 otebook User Guide BIOS S ........134 UNNING THE ETUP ROGRAM ........... 136 SING THE ETUP 6.2.1 Primary Master Sub-Menu..........138 6.2.2 Secondary Master Sub-Menu........... 139 CMOS S ......... 140 SING THE DVANCED ETUP ........... 141 SING ECURITY ETUP .............. 143 SING THE ETUP ..........
  • Page 42 otebook User Guide Audio System ................163 ExpressCard ................163 Touchpad ..................163 Keyboard ..................164 Flash BIOS ................. 164 I/O Ports ..................164 Wireless devices ................. 164 AC/DC Power Supply Adapter ........... 164 Battery ..................164 Weight and Dimension ............... 165...
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  • Page 45: Introduction

    Introduction 1 Introduction our Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural traveling companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, entertainment, and professional applications.

  • Page 46: Feature Highlight

    otebook User Guide Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. Processing Unit • Your notebook runs on Intel® Core 2 Duo processor that is integrated with 2MB or 4MB L2 Cache.
  • Page 47 Introduction Optical Disk Drive Provides DVD Dual or DVD Super-Multi optical disk drive.. IEEE 1394 Provides one IEEE 1394 port for fast data transmission by external hard disk or digital video (DV). USB 2.0 Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission. Audio System Compliant with Intel HD Audio (Azalia).

  • Page 48: Unpacking The Computer

    otebook User Guide Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the shipping carton should also contain the following items: The Notebook Computer An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord...
  • Page 49 Introduction 1. 5. Integrated Microphone 2. Webcam. 3. Color Widescreen LCD Display 4. Power On/Resume Button 6. Webcam Switch 7. LED Indicators 8. Keyboard 9. Touchpad Pointing Device • Integrated Microphone Integrated mono microphone for instant voice recording and simultaneous voice conversation. •...
  • Page 50 otebook User Guide 1280x800 (Wide XGA) resolution panels. The features of the Color LCD Display are summarized as follows: TFT color LCD with Widescreen 13.3” 1280x800 (Wide XGA) resolution panels. Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color). LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of the LCD.
  • Page 51 Introduction • Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft mouse compatible with two touchpad click buttons. The two select buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard computer mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the touchpad to control the position of the cursor.

  • Page 52: The Front Side Of The Notebook

    otebook User Guide When LED in blue light indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, the embedded numeric keypad will be enabled. • Caps Lock When LED in blue light indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated.
  • Page 53 Introduction • LED Indicators Keeps you informed of your notebook computer’s current operating status. Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this section. • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer.
  • Page 54 otebook User Guide Volume-Up Button Increases the audio volume of the music incrementally. Mute/Resume Button Press this button to shut down or resume the music. Play/Pause Button Press this button to play or pause the music. OTEBOOK TATUS CONS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power and operating status.

  • Page 55: The Left Side Of The Notebook

    Introduction Lights blue blinking when the system is in Standby mode. Lights yellow when the battery power is low. Lights orange when the battery power is critical low. • Battery Charging LED Lights to indicate battery in charging status. Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging. Lights orange blinking when the battery charging is in error.
  • Page 56 otebook User Guide 1. Locking Device Keyhole 2. LAN Port 3. Air-Outlet Vent 4. USB 2.0 Ports 5. ExpressCard Slot • Locking Device Keyhole Lets you attach a Kensington security system or a compatible lock to physically secure your notebook computer. •...

  • Page 57: The Right Side Of The Notebook

    Introduction A newly developed PC Card interface, its connector has 26 pins and has a potential transfer rate of up to 500 MB/sec (or 250 MB/sec in each direction). The Right Side of the Notebook The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the following figure.

  • Page 58: The Underside Of The Notebook

    otebook User Guide • Antenna Port Allows you to connect the antenna for accessing the TV channel for TV watching.. • USB 2.0 Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0- compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer •...
  • Page 59 Introduction 1. Hard Disk Compartment 2. Memory Compartment 3. Battery Lock Latch 4. Air-Outlet Vent 5. Battery Release Latch 6. Battery Bay Bottom of the System • Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive.

  • Page 60: Notebook Accessories

    otebook User Guide Notebook Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an auto- switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. You just change the power cord if you are going to use your notebook in other countries with different connector outlets.

  • Page 61: Notebook Options

    Introduction Notebook Options DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack This device pack combines following two standard packs. Using the suitable media, you can make any format of CD or DVD as you want. DVD-RW combo: This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD-R or DVD- RW media and also can read DVD/CD title.

  • Page 63: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started our Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook.

  • Page 64: Using The Battery Pack

    otebook User Guide Using the Battery Pack The notebook 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. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable.
  • Page 65 Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack, slide the lock latch to the end of left side to unlock the battery lock latch (1), and slide the battery release latch to the end of right side to release the battery latch (2), then take out the battery pack with your finger (3).
  • Page 66 otebook User Guide Replacing the Battery Pack When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the PCMCIA slots, the hard disk drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.

  • Page 67: Connecting The Ac Power Source

    Getting Started XTENDING ATTERY It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the system main battery while you are on the road. You should find a working place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen brightness.
  • Page 68 otebook User Guide Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the rear side of the computer. 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.

  • Page 69: Starting Your Computer

    Getting Started Starting Your Computer The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. Press the Power/Resume button to start your computer and check that if the Power LED turns on. After a few seconds, the computer’s display will turn on and your computer will begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system components are running properly.

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Display Controls

    otebook User Guide comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your dealer for assistance. Adjusting the Display Controls The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by <Fn> +<F8> and <Fn> + <F9>...

  • Page 71: Driver Installation Note

    Getting Started Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows Vista installation CD into optical disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation. DRIVER INSTALLATION NOTE Please be notified that you should install the CHIPSET Driver first before installing other driver utilities.
  • Page 72 otebook User Guide VGA D NSTALLING THE EVICE RIVER Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your computer: Installing VGA device driver for Windows Vista 32 Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
  • Page 73 Getting Started Click "OK" to continue the following steps. Tick the "OK" and then restart your system to finish the installation. – T NSTALLING YNAPTICS OUCH AD DRIVER Installing Synaptics - Touchpad driver for Windows Vista 32 Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.

  • Page 74: Installing Camera Device Driver

    otebook User Guide “Next”. 7. Click “Next” to continue the following steps. 8. Click “Install” to implement the setup program to install this driver. 9. Click “Finish” and then press “Exit” to complete the installation. NSTALLING THE LUETOOTH EVICE RIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Bluetooth driver: Installing Bluetooth driver for Windows Vista 32 Click the Start button, then point to Run.

  • Page 75: Installing Cardreader Device Driver

    Getting Started Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\Vista32\Camera\setup.exe" When screen appears the User Account Control window, click “Continue” for processing the further step. Click “Next” to continue the following steps. Tip the option “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” to finish the installation.
  • Page 76 otebook User Guide Click Browse button and specify the directory as “E:\Drivers\Vista32\Wireless LAN\Autorun.exe” When screen appears the User Account Control window, click “Continue” for processing the further step. Click "Install Software" to execute the setup program. Tick the option “I accept the terms in the license agreement”, and click Next for further step processing.

  • Page 77: Turning Off Your Computer

    Getting Started Click “Next” again. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press “Finish” to restart your system. TV-T NSTALLING THE UNER EVICE RIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the TV-Tuner Card Device Driver: Installing TV-Tuner Card Device Driver for Windows Vista 32 Click the Start button, then point to Run.
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  • Page 79: Using Your Notebook

    Using Your Notebook Using Your Notebook his chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer.

  • Page 80: Starting Your Operating System

    otebook User Guide Starting Your Operating System The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows.

  • Page 81: Cursor Control Keys

    Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 2. Control Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 4. Control Keys 5. Windows Shortcut Key 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard.
  • Page 82 otebook User Guide • Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: Start Menu key Displays the Start menu. Shortcut/Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want.
  • Page 83 Using Your Notebook ASIC EYBOARD UNCTIONS Keypad Function Description <Enter> key. Execute a command. Within 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 84 otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description <Alt> key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. <Num Lock> key. Activates the embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are color coded blue. <Caps Lock>...
  • Page 85 Using Your Notebook Keypad Function Description <Home> key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line. <PgUp> key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time <PgDn> key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time <End>...
  • Page 86 otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description Switches the system into Suspend mode. To enable or disable the wireless LAN function. Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously. To enable or disable the Bluetooth function. To enable or disable the Webcam function.

  • Page 87: Using The Touchpad Pointing Device

    Using Your Notebook Keypad Function Description To revert the previous music or previous DVD (VCD) section. To play the next music or next DVD (VCD) section. Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally.
  • Page 88 otebook User Guide The touchpad offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button orientation.

  • Page 89: Configuring Your Screen Display

    Using Your Notebook Touchpad Features Here how to use the touchpad pointing device: The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.
  • Page 90 otebook User Guide you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT or LCD. Please Refer to Section 5 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows.

  • Page 91: Knowing The Power Saving Features

    Using Your Notebook HANGING THE ISPLAY ROPERTIES UNDER INDOWS To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on your screen.

  • Page 92: Hibernation Mode

    otebook User Guide and documents are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). This allows your notebook to wake up quickly, but a low level of power is required to maintain this suspended state. How quickly your system powers down into Standby mode is up to you by setting proper times in Power Options of Control Panel in Window.

  • Page 93: How To Access The Optical Drive

    Using Your Notebook Working with the Built-in HDD Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system and all application software programs. You need to format the hard disk before using.
  • Page 94 otebook User Guide Make sure the computer is turned on. Insert the Optical disk into the drive slot with the label side facing up. The optical disk will be automatically slide in the optical drive. To remove the disc, press the eject button found on the left bottom side of the optical drive.
  • Page 95 Using Your Notebook How to care the Optical Disks (CDs, DVDs, etc.) When you handle CDs, pay attention to the following guidelines: • Always pick up the disk by its edges. • Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the disk. •...
  • Page 96 otebook User Guide Dimensions of ExpressCard Current CardBus PC cards are 54 millimeters wide. ExpressCard can divided into two categories, based on width. Most designs will use the ExpressCard 34 design, which sets the width at 34 millimeters. For some applications, the wider ExpressCard 54 standard will be used to produce cards that can handle the higher thermal requirements of those applications.

  • Page 97: Inserting Expresscard

    Using Your Notebook a bridge chip between the chipset and the socket. PCI Express and USB 2.0 are fully hot-pluggable. To support the broadest range of applications there are two sizes of module. Both are smaller that today's CardBus card. The smallest card, the ExpressCard/34 module, is almost half the size of a CardBus card.
  • Page 98 otebook User Guide Insert the side of ExpressCard with the 26-pin socket into the ExpressCard slot. The face label of the card should also be facing up. When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer.

  • Page 99: Removing Expresscard

    Using Your Notebook Removing ExpressCard To remove a ExpressCard from the ExpressCard slot, you should first disable the ExpressCard card setting in the system as described followings: Double click the ExpressCard icon on the right bottom side of the task bar.

  • Page 100: Using Flash Memory Cards

    otebook User Guide The power consumption of ExpressCard/54 is about 2.1W, while the consumption of ExpressCard/34 is about 1.3W. To save energy, press the button to disconnect the card when it is not in use. Using Flash Memory Cards HAT IS LASH EMORY Flash Memory is a memory storage media.
  • Page 101 Using Your Notebook The 4 in 1 card slot is used by the following cards as SD, MS (Memory Stick ), MMC, and MS_Pro. For a single moment, only one card can be inserted into the 4 in 1 card slot Inserting Flash Memory Card To insert a flash memory card into the slot is similar to ExpressCard.
  • Page 102 otebook User Guide Removing Flash Memory Card It is similar to ExpressCard for removing a flash memory card from the slot. You should first disable the card setting in the system as described in the former section. To remove the flash memory card, you should only pull out the card by finger, there is no release button for flash memory slot.

  • Page 103: Fun With Windows Vista Experience

    Fun with Multimedia Fun with Windows Vista Experience his notebook integrated in a highly compact platform is designed for digital entertainment. With Windows Vista, it offers a breakthrough user experience and is designed to help you feel confident in your ability to view, find, and organize information and to control your computing experience.

  • Page 104: What Is Windows Vista

    otebook User Guide What is Windows Vista? Windows Vista is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in entertainment on your notebook. The visual sophistication of Windows Vista helps streamline your computing experience by refining common window elements so you can better focus on the content on the screen rather than on how to access it.
  • Page 105 Fun with Multimedia About the entertainment To recall all default multimedia applications, click on “All Programs” located on the left corner on the desktop, the “All Programs” will be changed to “Back” as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 106 otebook User Guide It now becomes more easy to execute various application with just click on it. Instant Search The Start menu features integrated desktop search through a new feature called Instant Search which can help you find and launch almost anything on your PC.

  • Page 107: Enjoy Your Multimedia Application

    Fun with Multimedia Enjoy Your Multimedia Application NTERNET XPLORER Windows Vista enhances the Internet Explorer experience in finding and displaying information, and Web sites on the Internet. The upcoming release of Internet Explorer 7 not only adds important new security and privacy features, but makes everyday tasks easier through features such as tabbed browsing, inline search, and shrink-to-fit printing INDOWS ALENDAR...

  • Page 108: Windows Contacts

    otebook User Guide Windows Calendar is a flexible, easy-to-use calendar built directly into the Windows Vista operating system. It lets you plan and manage all of your activities and coordinate your schedule with others. It also lets you create a personal task list and receive automatic notifications and reminders about specific tasks and upcoming appointments.

  • Page 109: Windows Defender

    Fun with Multimedia Microsoft Windows Vista provides a new mechanism and user interface for storing and retrieving information about people (contacts) who are important to the users of Microsoft Outlook and Windows Mail (formerly Outlook Express). INDOWS EFENDER Windows Defender is enable to protect the computer from spyware and other potentially unwanted software.

  • Page 110: Windows Dvd Maker

    otebook User Guide Windows Defender helps protect computers against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. Applications can check and change its status. DVD M INDOWS AKER Windows DVD maker helps you burn pictures and video to DVD..

  • Page 111: Windows Fax And Scan

    Fun with Multimedia Windows DVD maker lets you create a DVD quickly, complete with professional-looking menus, a scene selection page so viewers can easily find what they are looking for, and even slide shows using your favorite songs as a soundtrack.

  • Page 112: Windows Live Messenger Download

    otebook User Guide Faxing and scanning functions come together in Windows Vista through Windows Fax and Scan. Sending and receiving faxes through your PC is now as simple as performing the same tasks on a fax machine, especially for digital document INDOWS ESSENGER...

  • Page 113: Windows Mail

    Fun with Multimedia Windows Live Messenger is the next-generation MSN Messenger. It has everything you already love about Messenger, and much more. INDOWS Windows Mail can send and receive e-mail and newsgroup messages.

  • Page 114: Windows Media Center

    otebook User Guide Windows Mail is designed to help you prevent emerged some annoyances and risks that have grown over the years, that enables your e-mail experience is as productive and fun as possible. Windows Mail includes features that help you reduce the risks, while enjoying the many benefits, of e-mail INDOWS EDIA...

  • Page 115: Windows Media Player

    Fun with Multimedia INDOWS EDIA LAYER Windows Media Player can play digital media including music, video, CDs and DVDs. Windows Media Player gives you an easier way to enjoy and manage your digital music, video, and pictures on your PC. See things the way you want to see them, by CD cover art or in lists.

  • Page 116: Windows Movie Maker

    otebook User Guide Windows Meeting Space gives you the ability to share documents, programs, or your desktop with other people. Some advantages are: you can share your desktop or any program with other meeting participants; you and other meeting participants can distribute and co-edit documents; you can pass notes to other participants;...

  • Page 117: Windows Photo Gallery

    Fun with Multimedia With Windows Movie Maker, you can quickly and easily import, edit, and organize all of your digital home videos. New tools, such as new effects and transitions, and improved graphics performance help you manage and edit your home videos. You can include photos along with video when you create a movie, and even add narration and soundtracks.

  • Page 118: Windows Update

    otebook User Guide Windows Photo Gallery in Windows Vista gives you the tools you need to easily organize, find, and view your photos and videos. You can edit, print, and share your photos from within Windows Photo Gallery, as well as transfer photos from your camera to your computer with a simple import process INDOWS PDATE...
  • Page 119 Fun with Multimedia Windows Update keeps your computer up to date and more secure by automatically providing software updates to Microsoft Windows Vista. Updates can include upgrades to Windows Vista features, updates that improve reliability and performance, and updates that provide new security protections against malware and other potentially unwanted software.

  • Page 120: Gaming

    otebook User Guide numbers. You need simple, specialized, and lightweight mini-applications that put information and tasks at your fingertips—no matter what you're doing. Windows Sidebar boosts your personal productivity by providing instant access to gadgets—a wide variety of engaging, easy-to-use, and customizable mini-applications that offer information at a glance and provide easy access to frequently used tools AMING...

  • Page 121: Windows Flip And Windows Flip 3D

    Fun with Multimedia INDOWS LIP AND INDOWS Windows Vista provides two entirely new features to manage windows: Windows Flip and Windows Flip 3D. Flip allows you to flip through open windows (by using Alt+Tab), providing a live thumbnail of each window, rather than just a generic icon and file name.
  • Page 122 otebook User Guide You can visit and browse each domain to experience the information and assistance that Windows Vista offers. For more information, please refer to Microsoft’s website: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/features/default.mspx...

  • Page 123: Connecting To Peripherals

    Connecting to Peripherals Connecting to Peripherals his chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter.

  • Page 124: Using The Usb Port

    otebook User Guide Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your notebook computer, and up to 127 devices can be attached.

  • Page 125: Using The Ieee 1394 Port

    Connecting to Peripherals The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device while not in use. Using the IEEE 1394 Port IEEE 1394, also known as FireWire, is a high-bandwidth serial bus developed by Apple and Texas Instruments.

  • Page 126: Using The External Monitor Port

    otebook User Guide Please make sure that the external IEEE 1394 HDD box you purchase on local electronic store should provide external power adapter. There are different types of IEEE1394 HDD box and hard disk from different manufactures, the power consumption has varied range. If the power of the external IEEE 1394 HDD is supplied from the USB of this notebook, it may not run properly.
  • Page 127 Connecting to Peripherals Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the back of your computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet.

  • Page 128: Using The Antenna Port

    otebook User Guide Using the Antenna Port Your system is equipped with an antenna port and provides an antenna module for TV watching. . To access the TV channel: Turn on your system and make sure your notebook is positioned with the area for easily searching the TV channel.

  • Page 129: Using The External Audio System

    Connecting to Peripherals Using the External Audio System At the right side of your computer, you will find the built-in audio ports. You can connect Microphone jacks, 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 130: Using The Lan Port

    otebook User Guide Using the LAN Port This notebook comes with an internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps.

  • Page 131: Using The Wireless Lan

    Connecting to Peripherals Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.

  • Page 133: Customizing Your Notebook

    Customizing Your Notebook Customizing Your Notebook our computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs. This includes your system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. This information is then stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you change it again.

  • Page 134: Running The Bios Setup Program

    otebook User Guide Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use the computer’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 135 Customizing Your Notebook • 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. •...

  • Page 136: Using The Main Menu Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Main Menu Setup P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [07:54:32] System Date: [10/12/2007]...
  • Page 137 Customizing Your Notebook • 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 138 otebook User Guide • BIOS Version This field is for information only as the BIOS displays the BIOS version during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 6.2.1 P RIMARY ASTER P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Primary Master [MATSHITADVD-RAM UJ-85JS-(PM)] Item Specific Help...
  • Page 139 Customizing Your Notebook 6.2.2 S ECONDARY ASTER P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Secondary Master [WDC WD1600BEVS-07RST0-(S1)] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] User = you enter LBA Format parameters of hard-disk...

  • Page 140: Using The Advanced Cmos Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Advanced CMOS Setup P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enable support for Disable Logo screen:...
  • Page 141 Customizing Your Notebook • AHCI Configuration Lets you choose “Enabled” or “Disabled” to activate or inactive the AHCI mode for Windows Vista driver. Using Security Menu Setup P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security...
  • Page 142 otebook User Guide • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press <Enter> in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears.

  • Page 143: Using The Boot Setup

    Customizing Your Notebook Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security...

  • Page 144: How To Exit The Setup Program

    otebook User Guide How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security...

  • Page 145: How To Upgrade The Bios

    Customizing Your Notebook • Saving Changes Save Setup data to CMOS. How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer 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. To upgrade the BIOS: Put in the BIOS Update data into the USB device.

  • Page 147: Using Options

    Using Options Using Options his chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. You can upgrade your system for specific requirements.

  • Page 148: System Upgrade

    otebook User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 512 MB DDRII-SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer.
  • Page 149 Using Options NSTALLING EMORY ODULE Your computer comes with standard 512MB, 1024MB or 2048 MB of synchronous DDRII SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a maximum of 4096 MB in the system, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs) with installed base memory in the system.

  • Page 150: Hard Disk Upgrade

    otebook User Guide Avoid touching the exposed components inside the system. Doing so may damage the system. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook.

  • Page 151: Wireless Module Installation

    Using Options Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully Remove the connector from the hard disk gently. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely.
  • Page 152 otebook User Guide Please contact dealer for adding or changing this module. Any damage that caused by inappropriately adding or changing this module will not be under warranty...

  • Page 153: Caring For Your

    Caring for Your Notebook Caring for Your Notebook our Notebook PC is a fully compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. Lightweight and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, and professional applications, it is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.

  • Page 154: Important Safety Instructions

    otebook User Guide Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users. This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines.
  • Page 155 Caring for Your Notebook • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. •...

  • Page 156: Cleaning Your Computer

    otebook User Guide The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer. • An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s power supply.

  • Page 157: Maintaining The Lcd Quality

    Caring for Your Notebook Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a big part. After a good working session, the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover. But the display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiates heat;...

  • Page 158: Battery Care Guidelines

    otebook User Guide • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use the hard disk.

  • Page 159: When You Travel

    Caring for Your Notebook • You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months. To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh"...
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  • Page 161: System Specification

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

  • Page 162: Lcd Display

    otebook User Guide ROCESSOR • Intel® Core 2 Duo processor T5450/T5550 for 1.66/1.66 GHz, 667MHz FSB, 2MB integrated L2 cache for the processor. • Intel® Core 2 Duo processor T7250 for 2.00 GHz, 800MHz FSB, 2MB integrated L2 cache for the processor.

  • Page 163: Storage

    System Specification • Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at 1280x1024 resolution (Non-Interlaced) TORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.5mm High SATA HDD Module; Bus Mastering, Ultra DMA ATA-150 Support for LBA Scheme • Enhanced IDE bootable DVD Dual or DVD Super-Multi drive module •...

  • Page 164: Keyboard

    otebook User Guide EYBOARD • Full-sized 87-keys keyboard with Windows systems hot-keys, inverted T- cursor keys, 10 hot keys, 12 function keys, and embedded numeric keypad • Provides international language keyboard BIOS LASH 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O P ORTS •...
  • Page 165 System Specification EIGHT AND IMENSION • 328 (W) x 247 (D) x 36.6 ~ 38 (H) mm • Approximately 2.3 kg...

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