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Preinstalled with Windows® XP Media Center Edition and running on the power
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  • Page 1 Preinstalled with Windows® XP Media Center Edition and running on the power of an Intel® Celeron® Processor, the latest PCs from Everex lets you view the latest DVDs, create your own CDs, surf the Internet or email friends and family, all on a 15.4”...
  • Page 2 otebook User Guide Copyright©2006 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2006/11 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for its accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 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. Radio and television interference Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
  • Page 4 otebook User Guide You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004- 000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402 Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval.

  • Page 5: Optical Disk Drive Notice

    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 (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following European standards: EN 300 328-2 V.1.2.1 (2001-12) EN 301 489-1 V.1.3.1 (2001-09) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.1.1 (2000-09) EN 50371: 2002 EN 55022: 2001 EN 55024: 2001...
  • Page 7 otebook User Guide PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.’ “This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.

  • Page 8: About Your Notebook Computer

    User Guide About Your Notebook Computer ongratulation for having purchased your new Everex StepNote. This notebook incorporates the newest features to serve all your computing needs.

  • Page 9: About Your User Guide

    Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Appendix A System Specifications Appendix B System Recovery and Driver Installation elcome to your Everex StepNote User Guide. This manual Introduction Getting Started Using Your Notebook Computer Multimedia Setup Connecting External devices...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER... 8 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE... 9 INTRODUCTION... 15 EATURE IGHLIGHT NPACKING THE NSIDE OF THE Notebook Status Icons ... 21 RONT IDE OF THE IDE OF THE IGHT NDERSIDE OF THE OTEBOOK 1.10 N OTEBOOK...
  • Page 11 Cursor Control Keys... 43 Screen Control Keys ... 44 Windows Hot Keys... 44 Special Function Keys ... 45 SING THE OUCHPAD ONFIGURING Possible Display Configurations... 48 Changing the Display Properties under Windows... 49 NOWING THE ORKING WITH THE OW TO CCESS THE MICROSOFT MEDIA CENTER...
  • Page 12 otebook User Guide SING THE ECURITY SING THE OW TO XIT THE OW TO PGRADE THE USING OPTIONS ... 91 ... 92 YSTEM PGRADE EMORY PGRADE Installing Memory Module ... 93 IRELESS CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK ... 99 MPORTANT LEANING AINTAINING THE AINTAINING ATTERY...
  • Page 13 Flash BIOS ... 110 I/O Ports ... 110 Wireless devices... 110 AC/DC Power Supply Adapter ... 110 Battery ... 110 Weight and Dimension ... 110 APPENDIX B SYSTEM RECOVERY AND DRIVER INSTALLATION... 111 YSTEM ECOVERY Using Recovery Disk ... 112 EVICE RIVERS Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive ...
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  • Page 15: Introduction

    Your Everex StepNote VA Series Notebook runs a wide variety of business, personal productivity, entertainment and professional applications and is ideal for use in the office, home and on the road.

  • Page 16: Feature Highlight

    User Guide Feature Highlight Before we identify each part of your Everex StepNote Notebook, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. Processing Unit • Your notebook runs on Intel® Celeron® M microprocessor that is integrated with 1MB L2 Cache.
  • Page 17 USB 2.0 Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission. Graphic System VIA Chrome9 HC IGP provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA VN896 chipset PCI Local Bus Architecture • 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and SATA hard disk drives.

  • Page 18: Unpacking The Computer

    Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, contact Everex (see Page 135). Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the computer or store for an extended period of time.
  • Page 19 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 3. Keyboard 5. Power On/Resume Button • Color Widescreen LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 15.4” TFT color LCD with 1440x900 (Wide XGA with ratio 16:10) resolution panels.
  • Page 20 otebook User Guide Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop ⇓ computer monitor. • Built-in Speaker Integrated mini speaker provides sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure. • Keyboard Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 87 keys keyboard with ⇓...

  • Page 21: Notebook Status Icons

    OTEBOOK TATUS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power and operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the system status. 1. Power Indicator 3. Drive Access 5. Caps Lock 7. Num Lock •...
  • Page 22 otebook User Guide Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging. ⇓ When the light is off, it indicates the battery is fully charged or no ⇓ battery installed. • Drive Access When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk or Optical Disk Drive.

  • Page 23: The Front Side Of The Notebook

    The Front Side of the Notebook • Cover Switch The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer. The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices.
  • Page 24 otebook User Guide • USB 2.0 Ports 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. • VGA Port Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display. You can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or switch it to monitor only using the display hot-key.

  • Page 25: The Left Side Of The Notebook

    The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 1. Modem Port • Modem Port A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed. It keeps you connected to the outside world through phone line.

  • Page 26: The Right Side Of The Notebook

    otebook User Guide Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.

  • Page 27: The Underside Of The Notebook

    • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer. • Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening. •...
  • Page 28 otebook User Guide 1. Hard Disk Compartment 3. Battery Bay 5. Memory Compartment • Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive. Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it. •...

  • Page 29: Notebook Accessories

    • Battery Release Latch To release the battery, first make sure the computer is turned off, unplugged from power source. Locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side in unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack.

  • Page 30: 1.10 Notebook Options

    otebook User Guide 1.10 Notebook Options DVD/CD-RW Combo Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title. DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack This device pack combines following two standard packs.

  • Page 31: 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.

  • Page 32: 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 33: Installing The Battery Pack

    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, make sure the computer is turned off, unplugged from power source.

  • Page 34: Extending Battery Life

    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 hard disk drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.

  • Page 35: Connecting The Ac Power Source

    Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto- switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.

  • Page 36: Starting Your Computer

    otebook User Guide For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Display Controls

    After the test, the screen will also display a message "press <F2> to enter SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later. After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive.
  • Page 38 otebook User Guide More importantly, never close the LCD panel for a long period of time when computer is on and power saving features are disabled.

  • Page 39: Using Your Notebook

    Using Your Notebook Using Your Notebook his chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the Everex StepNote. If you are unfamiliar with personal computers or the Microsoft® Windows® operating system, in addition to this chapter, we recommend reading the Windows® Help and Support...

  • Page 40: Starting Your Operating System

    otebook User Guide Starting Your Operating System The operating system is the software foundation for your computer. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®. The StepNote computer comes with an operating system pre-installed and needs only to be setup and configured during initial use.
  • Page 41 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys 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.

  • Page 42: Basic Keyboard Functions

    otebook User Guide • Typewriter keys Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when combined with control keys. ASIC EYBOARD Keypad UNCTIONS Function Description <Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many text editing application programs, the <Enter>...

  • Page 43: Cursor Control Keys

    Keypad used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. <Tab> key. Press this key to move the cursor to the next tab stop on the right. This key works much the same as in ordinary typewriter. <Ctrl>...

  • Page 44: Screen Control Keys

    otebook User Guide Keypad CREEN Keypad INDOWS Keypad Function Description Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time. Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time. ONTROL Function Description <Home>...

  • Page 45: Special Function Keys

    Keypad <Right Click> key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system. PECIAL UNCTION The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions. When pressed in conjunction with the <Fn> key, these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys". Keypad Using Your Notebook Function Description...

  • Page 46: Using The Touchpad Pointing Device

    Touchpad, you may want to try installing its own device driver that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of can find the Touchpad utilities on the Everex website. Function Description Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally.
  • Page 47 1. Left Selection Button 3. Touchpad 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 48: Configuring Your Screen Display

    otebook User Guide To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a double- click, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the finger remains on the pad.

  • Page 49: Changing The Display Properties Under Windows

    Display Possible Resolution Widescreen 1440x900 15.4” WXGA LCD (Maximum Resolution) CRT Only 800x600 1024x768 1152 x 768 1280x1024 65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16 million or 16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color. You can use the <Fn>...

  • Page 50: Knowing The Power Saving Features

    otebook User Guide Knowing the Power Saving Features Aside from its superior performance, one of the great features in your notebook computer is the ability to conserve power. Your computer is designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use.

  • Page 51: Working With The Built-In Hdd

    Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch hard disk drive where you store and run your computer’s operating system and application software programs. If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact Everex (see page 135) for more information about upgrading your computer. Settings...

  • Page 52: How To Access The Optical Drive

    otebook User Guide How to Access the Optical Drive Your system ships with an optical disk drive installed on the left side of your computer. You would normally use the drive for installing operating system and software application programs. To insert and remove a disc on the drive: Make sure the computer is turned on.

  • Page 53: How To Care The Optical Disks (Cds, Dvds, Etc)

    If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader. To close the optical drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The optical drive LED will activate when the disc is detected.
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  • Page 55: Microsoft Media Center

    Microsoft Media Center Microsoft Media Center his notebook integrated in a highly compact platform is designed for digital entertainment. That means you can take charge of your media, share moves, TV, photos, and music with your friends and family. It simplifies our digital life.

  • Page 56: What Is Windows Xp Media Center Edition 2005

    otebook User Guide What is Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005? Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in home entertainment on your notebook. With Media Center Edition 2005, you can store, share and enjoy all of your photos, all of your music, all of your home video and even recorded TV.
  • Page 57 Click the Start button, then select Media Center to launch Media Center. The first time you start Media Center, the Welcome screen appears. The Media Center setup wizard requires an Internet connection to complete the process. Press the NEXT button to continue. Microsoft Media Center...
  • Page 58 otebook User Guide Read the on-screen information and select your option, then system will automatically configure your setting. You can now begin to select your option item “1 Required Setup” on the screen and set up your TV signal (Optional), then press NEXT to continue.
  • Page 59 This screen informs you the Media Center Privacy Policy. Read and accept it. Press NEXT to continue. The Enhanced Playback screen lets you connect to a variety of multimedia information. Select Yes and press Next to continue. Microsoft Media Center...
  • Page 60 otebook User Guide Follow the on-screen instructions to select your option and complete the setting of Join Wireless Network and Internet Connection. The system will detect the signal and finish most of the setup for you. If not, follow the on-screen instructions. The Internet Connection screen lets you to test your Internet connection.
  • Page 61 The Optional Setup screen allows you customize your Media Center. When you finished your settings. Select Setup finished and press Next. The You Are Done screen is the final screen of Media Center Setup Wizard. Press Finish button to complete Media Center Setup and start Media Center.
  • Page 62 otebook User Guide Now here comes the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. To enjoy the full benefit of Media Center, you can always go to the screen to change the setting.

  • Page 63: Enjoy Your Media Center

    To change the setting, please select the option item by item as shown on the above screen, then it will appear Settings option. You can set the parameters with Settings option any time. When you watch TV, please be sure to install the following components. * TV Tuner (Optional) driver * SW encoder * DVD decoder...
  • Page 64 otebook User Guide Take your time and get familiar with the basics behind the Media Center menu system and using an optional remote control with your notebook. Easily view your pictures With Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, you can display slide shows of your digital pictures anytime.
  • Page 65 This notebook provides the enjoyment for watching DVDs with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. You can use optical drive to watch your favorite DVDs. Slot in a DVD into the DVD drive. 2. Select Play DVD on the screen. 3.
  • Page 66 otebook User Guide 4. In the Guide, find the TV show (Optional) you want to record. Highlight the title of the show, and press the RECORD button on your optional remote control. Press once to record the show; press a second time to record the series.
  • Page 67 If the Video DVD option is not displayed on the Disc Format page, the DVD burning software is not installed or is not working correctly. Contact your hardware manufacturer for assistance. On the Name This DVD page, enter a name for your DVD if you want to change the default setting.
  • Page 68 otebook User Guide You can visit and browse each domain to experience the information and assistance that Media Center offers. For more information, please refer to Microsoft’s website: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/using/gets tarted/default.mspx...

  • Page 69: Connecting To Peripherals

    Connecting to Peripherals Connecting to Peripherals his chapter describes how you attach additional peripheral devices to your notebook. The Everex StepNote allows you to add a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or other compatible peripheral device. Use of additional...

  • Page 70: 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 71: Using An External Monitor Port

    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 an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor.

  • Page 72: Using The External Audio System

    otebook User Guide If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only.

  • Page 73: Using The Lan Port

    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. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is connected with RJ-45 connectors.

  • Page 74: Using The Wireless Lan

    otebook User Guide 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 75 Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem port. The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission. Contact your service provider for more information.
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  • Page 77: Customizing Your Notebook

    Customizing Your Notebook Customizing Your Notebook our computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program allowing your system configuration to be altered to best suit your computing needs: User- adjustable options include system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. BIOS information stored in the CMOS RAM will remain permanent unless changed.

  • Page 78: Running The Bios Setup Program

    otebook User Guide Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is setup and pre-configured. The computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program may be used to change system configuration information such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type.
  • Page 79 • 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 The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current settings.

  • Page 80: Using The Main Menu Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Main Menu Setup • System Time Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second format of the computer. 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 81 • 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. You can also change the system time from your operating system. •...

  • Page 82: Internal Hdd Sub-Menu

    otebook User Guide 6.2.1 I NTERNAL Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different drive types as CD-DVD, User, Auto or None by pressing <Space> bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on.
  • Page 83 Customizing Your Notebook Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different drive types by pressing <Space> bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on. Set this option to None when your computer is not installed any devices.

  • Page 84: Using The Advanced Cmos Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Advanced CMOS Setup • Boot-time Diagnostic Screen Lets you specify to display the diagnostic screen or not by choosing Enabled or Disabled option during system booting. • Summary Screen Displays system configuration on boot. • Frame Buffer Size...
  • Page 85 Lets you reserve memory space [32MB]/[64MB]/[128MB] for UMA frame buffer for video devices. The default value is [32MB]. • Display Device Selection Lets you specify the external display device to LCD, CRT, or LCD+CRT. • Local Bus IDE adapter Lets you set up the integrated local bus IDE adapter to Primary, Secondary, Both or Disabled.

  • Page 86: Security Menu Setup

    otebook User Guide Security Menu Setup • Supervisor Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not. • User Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User Password or not.
  • Page 87 • 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. Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation.

  • Page 88: Using The Boot Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first.

  • Page 89: How To Exit The Setup Program

    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 Allows you to discard all changes made while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program.

  • Page 90: How To Upgrade The Bios

    otebook User Guide • Save Changes Saves 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 91: Using Options

    Using Options Using Options his chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. For additional system specifications, upgrades and available accessories visit www.everex.com.

  • Page 92: 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 256MB DDRII-SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer.

  • Page 93: Installing Memory Module

    NSTALLING EMORY Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDRII SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs). 256MB, 512MB And 1024MB memory modules may be used to upgrade your computer memory.

  • Page 94: Hard Disk Upgrade

    *Everex recommends using only Everex approved upgrades and accessories. Use of non-approved Everex memory modules are not guaranteed compatible with the StepNote line of computers and are not covered under the Everex Standard Warranty Agreement. Visit www.everex.com to view the complete line of approved accessories.
  • Page 95 Then, boot the system by using WinXP CD-ROM and the system will detect the hard disk automatically and prompt you how to format the new disk. Please contact Everex before attempting to change the hard disk drive. Damage caused by improper HDD installation will void the Everex Standard Warranty Agreement.

  • Page 96: Wireless Module Installation

    This computer uses mini-PCI wireless LAN module at the bottom of this notebook for wireless connection. Please contact Everex before adding or changing the wireless module. Any damage that caused by improper installation of the wireless module will void the Everex Standard Warranty Agreement.
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  • Page 99: Caring For Your Notebook

    Caring for Your Notebook Caring for Your Notebook our Everex StepNote is equipped with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. If properly cared for and maintained, the performance and reliability of the computer can be greatly prolonged.

  • Page 100: Important Safety Instructions

    otebook User Guide Important Safety Instructions 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. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. •...
  • Page 101 • 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. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply.

  • Page 102: 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.

  • Page 103: Maintaining The Lcd Quality

    Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical working session, users routinely close the notebook the cover. The display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiate heat;...

  • Page 104: 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 105: When You Travel

    • 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 107: Appendix A System Specification

    APPENDIX A System Specification System Specification his appendix provides technical specifications for the Everex StepNote computer. Depending on the specific Everex model, specifications may vary.

  • Page 108: System Specification

    otebook User Guide System Specification ROCESSOR • Intel® Celeron® M Processor Dothan • Above 1.3 GHz CPU • 1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor YSTEM • Two 200-pin memory slots • User-upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200-pin SODIMM 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB modules •...

  • Page 109: Storage

    • Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at 1280x1024 resolution (Non-Interlaced) TORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.5mm High PATA HDD Module; Bus Mastering, Ultra DMA ATA-100 Support for LBA Scheme • Enhanced IDE bootable DVD/CD-RW Combo drive module •...

  • Page 110: Flash Bios

    otebook User Guide BIOS LASH 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O P ORTS • 1 x 15-pin VGA port • 1 x TV-Out Port (S-Video) • 3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x LAN port •...

  • Page 111: Appendix B System Recovery And Driver Installation

    APPENDIX B System Recovery and Driver Installation System Recovery and Driver Installation ppendix B provides information on how to install the Driver Utility and how to restore the software and operating system of your computer back to the original factory settings. In the system recovery section, you will learn how to generate the system recovery disk.

  • Page 112: B.1 System Recovery

    otebook User Guide B.1 System Recovery SING Before we go on, let’s define some terminologies. Hard disk is divided into RP & UP. RP - Recovery Partition, it stores system files and is hidden by default UP – User Partition, it can be divided into 2 parts (system files area + user data area) Users can choose to recover the system from either hard disk or recovery DVD(s)/CD(s).
  • Page 113 System Recovery and Driver Installation System recovery is done by having system files from RP copied to the system files area in UP, and user data area stays intact. Before OS boots, the following message will show:...
  • Page 114 otebook User Guide Please click hotkeys F10 or R button to go into recovery mode.
  • Page 115 System Recovery and Driver Installation Please choose between “Non destructive system recovery” & “Destructive system recovery”. When the ”Non destructive” option is chosen , please click Next.
  • Page 116 otebook User Guide The last part of recovery processes is to perform a check of all files. Please choose to perform this check or no. If no choice is made before timing out, the default choice is to perform the checks! Then CRC check is being done...
  • Page 117 System Recovery and Driver Installation b. “Destructive Recovery from Hard Disk”...
  • Page 118 otebook User Guide How recovery is done: System files from RP are copied to system files area in UP, and user data area is formatted! Before OS boots, the following message will show:...
  • Page 119 System Recovery and Driver Installation Please click hotkeys F10 or R button to go into recovery mode.
  • Page 120 otebook User Guide Please choose between “Non destructive recovery mode” & “Destructive recovery mode”. To choose “Destructive” please click Advance.
  • Page 121 System Recovery and Driver Installation Please be warned of the danger of “Destructive Recovery” before clicking on Next Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, the destructive recovery will begin...
  • Page 122 otebook User Guide The last part of recovery processes is to perform check of all files, users can choose to perform this check or not, if no choices are made before timing out, the default choice is to perform the checks!
  • Page 123 System Recovery and Driver Installation Then files check is being done...
  • Page 124 otebook User Guide II. Recovering System from Recovery DVD There are three available methods:...
  • Page 125 System Recovery and Driver Installation The “Non destructive” & “Destructive” recoveries from Recovery DVD have the same result as a recovery from Hard Drive. a. “Non Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD b. “Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD Insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from CD ROM in BIOS.
  • Page 126 otebook User Guide Please click R button Please click S, the subsequent processes are just like those in “non destructive” & “destructive” recoveries from hard disk.
  • Page 127 System Recovery and Driver Installation c. Full Recovery from Recovery DVD RP is destroyed, the hard disk is just one big partition Please insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from CD ROM in BIOS. Please click R button...
  • Page 128 otebook User Guide Please click F to go into full recovery mode.
  • Page 129 System Recovery and Driver Installation System will be rebooted OS reboots...
  • Page 130 otebook User Guide Please click H, The last part of recovery processes is to perform a check of all files, users can choose to perform this check or doesn’t check at all, if no choice is made before timing out, the default choice is to perform the checks!
  • Page 131 System Recovery and Driver Installation Then file check is being done.

  • Page 132: B.2 Device Drivers Installation

    otebook User Guide Caution: After ‘F’ recovery, end user can not perform ‘S’ recovery any more because RP is already destroyed! B.2 Device Drivers Installation If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer, it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of your computer.

  • Page 133: Installing The Vga Device Driver

    System Recovery and Driver Installation Installing Chipset device driver for Windows XP Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Chipset\Setup.exe". Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. Click "Next"...

  • Page 134: Installing The Audio Device Driver

    otebook User Guide NSTALLING THE Your notebook computer uses the VIA Azalia VT1708A Audio controller. Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Audio\Setup.exe"...

  • Page 135: Installing The Wireless Lan Device Driver

    System Recovery and Driver Installation NSTALLING THE Please follow the procedures below for installing the Mini PCI Adapter driver: Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP Click the Start button and then click Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click Browse button and specify the directory as "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless LAN\Liteon\setup.exe"...

  • Page 136: Installing The Hotkey Utility

    otebook User Guide Installing TouchPad driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\WinXP\TouchPad\Setup.exe " 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4.

  • Page 137: Technical Support

    For complete warranty information, please refer to the Everex Limited Warranty Agreement. To register your product visit www.everex.com or simply email your User Name (first and last), Model (VA4100M, VA4200M, VA4300M,… etc.) and Serial Number to customerservice@everex.com. Please use “Product Registration –...
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