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  • Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Notice The information in this user’s manual is subject to change without notice. THE MANUFACTURER OR RESELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE Symbols and Conventions Protecting Your Computer - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environments Chapter Summaries GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS Performance Features (1-2,3) System at a Glance (1-4) Front View (1-4,5,6,7,8) Rear View (1-9,10,11) Bottom Views (1-12,13,14) AC Adapter (1-15)
  • Page 3 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Main Setup (2-4) Advance Setup (2-4,5) Boot Setup (2-5,6) Security Setup (2-7,8) Power Setup (2-9) Exit Setup (2-9) BATTERY POWER & POWER MANAGEMENT The Battery Pack (3-2) Lithium-Ion Battery Technology (3-2) Battery Low-Power Warning (3-3) Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (3-4,5) Charging the Battery and Charging Time (3-5) Checking the Battery Level (3-6)
  • Page 4 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Expresscard Problems (5-14) Performance Problems (5-15) Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB2.0 Problems (5-16) APPENDIX A Product Specification APPENDIX B Agency Regulatory Notices APPENDIX C Power Cinema Installation and User Manual i -4...
  • Page 5 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Preface Using This Manual This User’s Manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup, troubleshooting, and technical specifications of the notebook computer. Symbols and Conventions The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual: „...
  • Page 6 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Protecting Your Computer - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environments Follow the advice below to help ensure that you get the most out of your investment. Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it. „...
  • Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com „ Keep the adapter away from children. „ The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. „...

  • Page 8: Chapter Summaries

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter Summaries The following is a summary of the available chapters and appendices in this manual. Chapter 1: Getting to Know the Basics In this chapter, you will learn the basic operations and features of your computer.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know The Basics

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics C H A P T E R O N E GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.

  • Page 10: Performance Features

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Performance Features High Performance Processor The notebook PC is equipped with the powerful Mobile Intel Pentium M or Celeron M Processor. Together with the Latest Intel chipset and technologies, the system offers advanced performance.
  • Page 11 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Built-in Multiple Card Reader There is a built-in 4-in-1 card reader to access many of the portable media formats(SD Cards, MS Card, MMC Card, and MS-Pro Card). Ethernet Port The system provides a built-in Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection.

  • Page 12: System At A Glance

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A glance Front View Note: Your computer may come with the 12.1 display in the wide 16:10 aspect ratio or in the standard 4:3 aspect ratio. If your computer comes with the wide 12.1 display, there is an extra pair of built-in loudspeakers located below the display panel.
  • Page 13 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 1. LCD Latch The LCD latches lock / unlock the LCD panel. 2. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone records sound. 3. LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed. 4.
  • Page 14 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Note: The way the Power Cinema works is that when the key is pressed, the system boots to a Linux-based O/S and movie-player application in a separate hard drive partition.
  • Page 15 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 11. Touch Pad The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse. 12. USB2.0 Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps.
  • Page 16 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 17. Built-in Stereo Speaker If your system comes with the 12.1-inch wide aspect ratio panel, there is an additional pair of speakers built-in.

  • Page 17: Rear View

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Rear View Warning Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display. 1. Express Card Slot The slot is where Express is inserted. 2.
  • Page 18 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Note: In some models, the SPDIF-out feature may not be available. 3. Microphone Jack The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone. 4. Firewire/IEEEE1394 / 1394 Port This is a high-speed serial data port.
  • Page 19 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 7. Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions. 8. Ethernet / LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100Base-TX transmission protocol.

  • Page 20: Bottom Views

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Bottom View 1. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. Note: Do not block the Fan Grill outlet. Place the machine on hard surface only.
  • Page 21 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 3. USB Device (Optional) You may install the USB Thumb Drive into this slot. And make sure you put the latch in the locked position. Put the latch in the unlocked position before removing the module.
  • Page 22 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 5. System Device Cover The system’s processor with cooler assembly, hard disk drive, and DDR memory module are located under the case cover. The system memory and HDD can be upgraded. 1-14...

  • Page 23: Ac Adapter

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics AC Adapter 1. DC-out Connector The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the computer. 2. Adapter The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer.

  • Page 24: Led Status Indicators

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics LED Status The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook. When a certain function is enabled, an LED will light up. The following section describes its indication. System Status Indicator LED Graphic Indication...

  • Page 25: Keyboard Features

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Keyboard Features Function Keys (Quick Keys) Graphics Action System Control Symbol Fn + F1 Enters Suspend Mode. Fn + F3 Turns the battery warning beep off or on. Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only and...

  • Page 26: Windows Keys

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Windows Keys Your keyboard also has two Windows keys: 1. Start Key This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar. 2.

  • Page 27: Touch Pad

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Touch Pad The built-in touch pad, which is a PS/2-compatible pointing device, senses movement on its surface. As you move your fingertip on the surface of the pad, the cursor responds accordingly. The following items teach you how to use the touch pad: 1.

  • Page 28: Graphics Subsystem

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Graphics Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 12.1-inch active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The Intel Integrated GMA900 Extreme3 video graphics accelerator, which is Microsoft DirectX 9 compatible, performs graphics rendering at a lighting-fast speed.

  • Page 29: Opening And Closing The Display Panel

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Opening and Closing the Display Panel To open the display, push the LCD latch inwardly and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the LCD latches click into place.

  • Page 30: Audio Subsystem

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Audio Subsystem Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible. Adjusting the Volume Manually To turn up the volume, press Fn+F5. To turn down the volume, press Fn+F6. Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1.
  • Page 31 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V.92 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the left side of your computer. Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet.
  • Page 32 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics 2. Click on the pull-down menu and select the country where it is applicable. Click on OK to exit. 1-24...
  • Page 33 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Chapter 1 getting to know the basics Ethernet Your computer is equipped with a 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ-45 LAN port located on the left side of the computer. This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network.
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  • Page 35 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 2 bios setup and security feature C H A P T E R T W O BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE ,Q WKLV FKDSWHU \RX ZLOO OHDUQ KRZ WR HQWHU WKH %,26 6HWXS 0HQX DQG PDQLSXODWH YDULRXV KDUGZDUH FRQWURO VHWWLQJV <RX ZLOO DOVR OHDUQ KRZ WR XVH WKH EXLOWLQ VHFXULW\ IHDWXUHV...
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  • Page 38: Main Setup

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  • Page 39: Boot Setup

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  • Page 40: Security Setup

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  • Page 41 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Using Password Protection 7ZR /HYHOV RI 3DVVZRUG 3URWHFWLRQ DUH DYDLODEOH 7KH %,26 SURYLGHV ERWK D 6XSHUYLVRU DQG D 8VHU SDVVZRUG ,I \RX WU\ WR DFWLYDWH ERWK SDVVZRUGV WKH 6XSHUYLVRU SDVVZRUG PXVW EH VHW ILUVW 7KH SDVVZRUGV DFWLYDWH WZR GLIIHUHQW OHYHOV RI SURWHFWLRQ  6\VWHP DOZD\V DVNV IRU SDVVZRUG HYHU\ WLPH LW LV SRZHUHG RQ  6\VWHP DVNV IRU SDVVZRUG RQO\ ZKHQ \RX DWWHPSW WR HQWHU...

  • Page 42: Power Setup

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  • Page 43: Exit Setup

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  • Page 45: Battery Power & Power Management

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management C H A P T E R T H R E E BATTERY POWER & POWER MANAGEMENT In this chapter, you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use it to achieve longer battery life.

  • Page 46: The Battery Pack

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management this chapter, you will learn how to operate your notebook on battery power, how to handle and maintain the battery pack, and learn about the system’s power saving features. The TFT display, central processor, and hard disk drive are the major hardware subsystems that consume the most power.

  • Page 47: Battery Low-Power Warning

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Battery Low-Power Warning Low Battery Warning Low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 6%. The blue battery status LED indicator blinks and the system beeps once every 16 seconds or Very Low Battery Warning Very Low battery condition occurs at 3 % power remaining.

  • Page 48: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery Pack: Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface. Push the latch and pull the battery’s hard case away from the notebook.

  • Page 49: Charging The Battery And Charging Time

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management To Install the Battery Pack: Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface. Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery compartment of the notebook. Charging the Battery and Charging Time To charge the battery, while the battery pack is in the notebook, plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical outlet.

  • Page 50: Checking The Battery Level

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows battery status indicator, which is located at the lower right-hand corner of the task bar. (If you do not see a battery or AC-in icon on the task tray, go to the Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab.

  • Page 51: Using Windows Power Options

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Using Windows Power Options Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features. In the Windows Power Options Properties [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] dialogue box, you may enter time-out values for the display and hard disk drive.
  • Page 52 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management In this dialog box, you can manually set the LCD and hard drive’s time-out values in the Plugged in column and in the Running on batteries column. Lower time-out values will save more battery power.

  • Page 53: Suspend Modes

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Suspend Mode Standby Suspend The system automatically enters this mode after a period of inactivity, which is set in the Power Schemes dialog box. In Standby mode, hardware devices, such as the display panel and hard disk, are turned off to conserve energy.
  • Page 54 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Note: Do not install or remove the memory module when the system is in the suspend mode. Note: Actual dialogue box may appear slightly different from what is shown above.

  • Page 55: Power Button Action

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Power Button Action The notebook PC’s power button can be set to turn off the system or activate the suspend mode. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] and click on the Advanced tab.

  • Page 56: Low Battery Warning

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Low Battery Warning You can define when and how the system warns you of its battery-low condition. Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box. If you wish to hear audible beeps, click on the Alarm Action button and put a check on Sound Alarm.

  • Page 57: Power Manual Quick Access

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 3 battery power & power management Power Menu Quick Access Instead of making specific selections in the Power Options Properties box, you can quickly and easily specify which pre-set power saving function you desire by clicking on the Battery icon at the lower right-hand corner of the task bar.
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  • Page 59: Upgrading Your Computer

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer C H A P T E R F O U R UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER In this chapter, you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM, hard disk drive, and to install the optional wireless LAN mini PCI.

  • Page 60: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer. The computer uses a 9.5 mm (height), 2.5-inch Ultra ATA-66 / 100 / 133 type hard disk.
  • Page 61 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Remove the battery back.
  • Page 62 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Lift the thermal module away from the bay and carefully separate the module from the thermal connector. Remove 3 Screw B’s. Lift the HDD module away from the bay and carefully separate the module from the HDD connector.
  • Page 63 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Re-attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and tighten 4 Screw C’s. Note the green PC board of the hard disk drive is facing against the metal case. Re-attach the HDD module to the HDD connector.

  • Page 64: Upgrading The System Memory

    Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with a memory upgrade. Warning: You should only use the DIMM module that is approved by Alienware; otherwise the system may become unstable.
  • Page 65 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Installing a memory module (DIMM) into the system To install the DIMM, do the following: Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Remove the battery back.
  • Page 66 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket, press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time. The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30 degrees (see diagram below).
  • Page 67 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 4 upgrading your computer Notch Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place. Note: Notice the notch on the DIMM. The notches should fit nicely with the socket.
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  • Page 69: Trouble-Shooting

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting C H A P T E R F I V E TROUBLE SHOOTING In this chapter, you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems.
  • Page 70 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping. However, incorrect operations and/or mishandling may cause problems. This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting common hardware and software problems that you may encounter.
  • Page 71 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting hardware devices in the BIOS Setup utility. A faulty setting may cause the system to misbehave. If you are not sure of the changes you made, try to restore all the settings to factory defaults. „...

  • Page 72: Audio Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Audio Problems No speaker output - „ Turn up the volume dial located at the right edge of the computer. See Chapter 1 for its location. „ Software volume control is turned down in Microsoft Sound System or is muted.

  • Page 73: Hard Disk Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Hard Disk Problems The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable - „ If you had just performed a hard disk upgrade, make sure the hard drive connector is not loose and the hard disk drive is also correctly seated.
  • Page 74 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing temporary Internet files. „ Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space. When you delete files, Windows saves them to the Recycle Bin. The hard disk takes longer to read a file - „...

  • Page 75: Optical Drive Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Optical Drive Problems The optical drive does not work - „ Try rebooting the system. „ The disk is damaged or files are not readable. „ After you have inserted a CD-ROM disk, it may take a moment before you can access its content.

  • Page 76: Display Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Display Problems The display panel is blank when the system is turned on - „ Make sure the computer is not in the Standby or Hibernate suspend modes. The display is turned off to conserve energy in these modes.

  • Page 77: Keyboard And Mouse Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Keyboard and Mouse Problems The built-in touch pad performs erratically - „ Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad. Keep the surface of the touch pad clean and dry.

  • Page 78: Cmos Battery Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting CMOS Battery Problem A message “CMOS Checksum Failure” displays during the booting process or the time (clock) resets when booting - „ Try to reboot the system. „ If the message “CMOS Checksum Failure” appears during the booting procedure even after rebooting, it may indicate failure of the CMOS battery.

  • Page 79: Memory Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Memory Problems The POST does not show an increased memory capacity when you have already installed additional memory - „ Certain brands of memory module may not be compatible with your system. You should ask tech support for a list of compatible DIMM.

  • Page 80: Modem Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Modem Problems The built-in modem does not respond - „ Make sure the modem driver is loaded properly. „ Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Phone and Modem Options] and go to the Modems tab.

  • Page 81: Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems The Ethernet adapter does not work - „ Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Hardware > Device Manager]. Double-click on Network Adapters and check if Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC appears as one of the adapters.
  • Page 82 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Express Card Problems Note: Some system may not have the Express Card Slot option. Express cards do not function- „ Make sure you have properly installed the driver for the card.
  • Page 83 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Performance Problems The computer becomes hot - „ In a 35 C environment, certain areas of the computer’s back case are expected to reach 50 degrees. „ Make sure the air vents are not blocked. „...
  • Page 84 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com chapter 5 trouble shooting Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB2.0 Problems The USB device does not work - „ Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB protocols „ Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel. „...
  • Page 85 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification PRODUCT SPECIFICATION...
  • Page 86 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification Processor and Core Logic „ „Processor Intel Pentium-M Dothan CPU 1.4 to 2.0 400 MHz FSB 2M L2 Cache „ Intel Pentium-M Dothan CPU 1.6 to 2.13 533 MHz FSB 2M L2 Cache „...
  • Page 87 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification Audio „Chipset VT1612A chipset „Audio Codec DirectSound 3D, EAX 1.0 & 2.0 compatible „Sound A3D, I3DL2 compatible Capabilities AC97 V2.2 compatible 2 or 4 Stereo Speakers Modem „Chipset Intel (ICH6M) integrated Modem Controller with MDC card, AC97 V2.2 Modem support „Transmission V.92 / V.90 / K56flex for download data speed up to...
  • Page 88 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification Firewire IEEE1394(a) „Chipset TI TSB43AB22A IEEE1394 OHCI Host Controller and Up to 400 Mbps „Capabilities Expandable up to 63 devices in chains Storage „Hard Drive 2.5-inch format hard disk drive „Combo Drive 5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module (Optional Purchase)
  • Page 89 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification Ports and Connectors „Mic-In Port One Microphone-in jack „Audio-Out / SPDIF One Headphone / SPDIF jack „Firewire One Firewire (IEEE1394) host connector „USB2.0 Port Two USB2.0-compliant connectors „Ethernet One standard network Ethernet connector (RJ-45) „Modem One modem / phone connector (RJ11) „S-Video...
  • Page 90 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix A product specification BIOS „PnP Function AMI PnP BIOS „Self Test Power On Self Test „Auto DRAM auto-detection, auto-sizing Detection L2 Cache auto-detection Hard disk type auto-detection „Power APM 1.2 (Advanced Power Management) & Management ACPI 2.0 (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) „Security...
  • Page 91 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES...
  • Page 92 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 93 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices „ EN55022 : 1998+A1: 2000+A2: 2003, CLASS B „ EN61000-3-2 : 2000 „ EN61000-3-3 : 1995+A1: 2001 „ EN55024 : 1998+A1 : 2001+A1: 2003 „ IEC61000-4-2: 2001 „ IEC61000-4-3:2002+A1:2002 „...
  • Page 94 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices „ The attachment plug must be an earth-grounding type with a NEMA 5-15P (15A, 125V) or NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250V) configuration. Japan „ All components of the cord set (cord, connector, and plug) must bear a `PSE` mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.
  • Page 95 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices nominal voltage rating of 125 / 250 VAC. CAUTION: MODEL M-3200 IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE FOLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY Manufacture: LITE-ON ELECTRONICS, INC.; LI SHIN INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE CORP.;ELECTRICITY POWER SOURCE(EPS) INC.
  • Page 96 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices VORSICHT! Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers. Laser Safety The optical drive used with this computer is certified as a Class 1 laser device according to the U.S.
  • Page 97 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix B agency regulatory notices VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemBen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB (A) oder weniger.
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  • Page 99 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema USING POWER CINEMA...
  • Page 100 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema Software Installation: 1. Run the Power cinema Install file under Windows 2. Welcome Page, press “Next” button to continue or “Cancel” to abort Installation...
  • Page 101 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema 3. Setup Status 4. Complete Installation, press “Finish” to complete the Installation rocesses.
  • Page 102 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema 5. When installation is finish, please turn off your computer. Press the P button to start Power Cinema. Using Power Cinema: PowerCinema is an integrated player for audio CDs, music clips photos, DVD/VCD movies, and video clips.
  • Page 103 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema appear at the bottom of the screen. These player controls include the following: Play (plays the movie), Stop (stops movie playback), Pause (pauses movie playback), Next (jumps to the next movie chapter), Prev (jumps to the previous movie chapter), Fast Forward (fast forwards movie playback), Rewind (rewinds movie playback),...
  • Page 104 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema A Angle T Step B Scan backward U Subtitles E Step backw Music C lips this function to listen to music files in MP3 and WAV formats. Clic k Device to select a media source.
  • Page 105 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema Video Clips Use this function to watch video files in AVI, M1V, M2V, MPG, an MPEG formats.Click Device to select a media source. You ca select CDROM (formedia on a CD), USB Devices (for media on a removable device), or HDD (for media in hard disk folders).
  • Page 106 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com appendix C Using Power Cinema Rebo Click Reboot to restart your computer and enter the Wind partition. Batt ery Status Indicator A battery icon appears on the Welcome page, indicating the power source (battery or AC adapter) your computer is currently using. When your computer is using battery power, the icon appears as Approximate battery life is also displayed next to this icon.
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