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Gigabyte G-MAX N601 User Manual

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N601 User's Manual
Copyright ©2003
All Right Reserved – Printed in Taiwan
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G-MAX
N601 Notebook User's Manual
Original Issue: 2003/12
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Notebook PC.
Information in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is
subject to change without notice.
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  • Page 1 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Copyright ©2003 All Right Reserved – Printed in Taiwan G-MAX N601 Notebook User’s Manual Original Issue: 2003/12 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your Notebook. When Using Your Notebook CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build up in the base.
  • Page 3 If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. To remove power from your notebook, turn it off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and remove the battery.
  • Page 4 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges, not its pins. CAUTION: When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washing bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices 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 6 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual If your MODEM causes harm to the telephone network, the local Telephone Company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. However, if advanced notice isn't practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
  • Page 7 This N601 device is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic environment. A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the preceding directives and standards has been made and is on file at Gigabyte Computer Corporation. CCC Notice (China Only)
  • Page 8 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering of disassembly is prohibited. VIII...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ... 1 Connecting your notebook ... 2 Care and maintenance ... 5 Getting Familiar with Your Notebook ... 7 A tour of your computer ... 8 Status Indicators ...19 Keyboard ...21 Touchpad ...26 Launch keys ...28 Storage...29 Connectivity Options ...30 Audio...35 Using the Music Player ...40 Securing your computer ...42...

  • Page 11: Preface

    Preface This notebook computer incorporates such features as CardBus, internal pointing device, IEEE 1394, and Universal Serial Bus in a portable package. This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day operation of your notebook computer. You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer.

  • Page 12: Connecting Your Notebook

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Connecting your notebook Connecting your notebook is as easy as 1-2-3. 1. Insert the battery at an angle into place. Then slide the lock/unlock latch into the lock position Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again.
  • Page 13 2. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in port on your notebook’s rear panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet. 3. Slide the display cover latch to the left power switch to turn on the power. The POST (power-on self-test) routine executes and Windows begins loading.
  • Page 14 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Note: To turn off the power, we recommend that you use the Windows Turn Off command to shut down your notebook. If you are unable to shut down your notebook normally, press and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to turn off your notebook.

  • Page 15: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Taking care of your notebook Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources • of heat, such as a radiator. Do not expose your notebook to temperatures below 5ºC (41ºF) or above •...

  • Page 16: Taking Care Of Your Battery Pack

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off • before removing or replacing batteries. Do not tamper with batteries.

  • Page 17: Getting Familiar With Your Notebook

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Getting Familiar with Your Notebook Your notebook combines high-performance, versatility, power management features and multimedia capabilities with an unique style and ergonomic design. Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner. This chapter gives an in-depth "tour" of your notebook’s many features.

  • Page 18: A Tour Of Your Computer

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual A tour of your notebook Let us show you around your new notebook computer. Top view...
  • Page 19 Item LCD Panel Status indicators AV control panel Touchpad Palm rest Speakers Touchpad buttons (left and right) Keyboard Launch keys Power button Microphone G-MAX Icon Description Display screen. Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays your notebook output. Status indicator LEDS (light-emitting diodes) that turn on and off to show the status of your notebook and its functions...

  • Page 20: Front View

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Front view Item Battery bay Eject button DVD/CD-RW drive indicator DVD/CD-RW drive Infrared sensor Subwoofer Cover release latch Description Houses your notebook’s battery pack. Ejects the CD/DVD disk. Lights up when the DVD/CD-RW combo drive is active. Slot for inserting a CD or DVD.

  • Page 21: Left View

    Left view # Item Icon Hard drive bay PC Card slot PC Card eject button SD memory card slot Kensington lock slot G-MAX Description Houses your notebook’s hard disk. Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC Card or 32-bit CardBus PC Card with ZV support. Ejects the PC Card from its slot.

  • Page 22: Right View

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Right view # Item Icon USB 2.0 ports Ventilation fan Description Plug USB devices (such as a USB Zip drive, printer, scanner, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. Helps cool internal components. Do not block or insert objects into these slots.

  • Page 23: Rear View

    Rear view Item Power connector External monitor port S-video port Modem jack Network jack Microphone-in jack Line-in jack G-MAX Icon Description Plug the AC adaptor cable into this connector. Connects to a display monitor (up to 2048x1536 resolution). Connects to a television or display device with S-video input.
  • Page 24 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Item Headphone jack USB port Parallel port IEEE 1394 port (4-pin) IEEE 1394 port (6-pin) Icon Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Plug USB devices (such as a USB Zip drive, printer, scanner, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.

  • Page 25: Bottom View

    Bottom view # Item Icon Battery lock latch Battery release latch Battery bay Hard drive bay Hard drive protector Memory bay G-MAX Description Slide to unlock the battery. Slide to remove the battery. Insert the battery into this bay. The hard drive is located in this bay. Protects the hard drive from accidental bumps and vibration.
  • Page 26 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Features Your notebook was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance Mobile Intel® Pentium® M Processor - with Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ • technology 1 MB (1024K) on-die L2 cache •...

  • Page 27: Simultaneous Display

    Connectivity High-speed fax/data software V.92 modem • Onboard 10/100 Mbps LAN support • Intel PRO/Wireless 2100 (802.11b) wireless LAN communication • Fast Infrared Port (FIR) • Three USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports • Two IEEE 1394 ports (one mini port and one regular port) •...

  • Page 28: Opening And Closing The Display

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Power management The power management system incorporates an "automatic LCD dim" feature that automatically dims the LCD when your notebook is powered by a battery pack to conserve battery power. See “Power management” on page 36 for more information on power management features.

  • Page 29: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators Your notebook has seven easy-to-read status indicators (LEDs) under the display screen. The Power and Standby indicators are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of your notebook while the cover is closed. Item Wireless communication Power...
  • Page 30 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Item Media activity Battery charge Caps lock Num lock (Fn-F11) Icon Description Lights when the hard disk, or CD or DVD drive is active. Lights when the battery is being charged. Lights when Caps Lock is activated.

  • Page 31: Keyboard

    Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys with an embedded keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off. Lock Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.

  • Page 32: Embedded Numeric Keypad

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols are not printed on the keys.

  • Page 33: Windows Keys

    Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Windows logo key Application key Hotkeys Your notebook employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of your notebook’s controls like screen contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 34 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Hot Key Function Fn-F1 Hotkey help Fn-F2 Standby Fn-F3 Display toggle Fn-F4 Screen blank Fn-F5 Speaker on/off Fn-PgUp Brightness up Fn-PgDn Brightness down Activating hotkeys When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

  • Page 35: Keyboard Ergonomics

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Keyboard ergonomics Located below the keyboard, the wide and curved palm rest is ergonomically designed to provide you with a very comfortable place to rest your hands while you type.

  • Page 36: Touchpad

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support.
  • Page 37 Function Left Button Execute Click twice quickly. Select Click once. Drag Click and hold, then use finger to drag the cursor on the touchpad. Access context menu Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean.

  • Page 38: Launch Keys

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Launch keys Located at the top of the keyboard are five launch keys (launch keys and programmable buttons) used to launch frequently used applications. Item Wireless communication E-mail Internet browser About how to setup launch keys, Please see page 70. Icon Description This button is used to enable or...

  • Page 39: Storage

    Storage Your notebook supplies you with the following media storage: High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • Slot-loading or tray-type DVD/CD-RW combo drive • Secure Digital (SD) slot • Optional external USB 3.5-inch floppy drive • Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. This is where your programs and data are stored.

  • Page 40: Playing Dvd Movies

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Ejecting the disc To eject the disc from the slot, press the eject button and wait for the drive to eject the disc. Playing DVD movies To play DVD movies in your notebook, just insert the DVD disc into the drive and the DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds when the system detected your DVD disc.
  • Page 41 Region code Country or region U.S.A., Canada Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea (South) Latin America, Australia, New Zealand Former U.S.S.R., parts of Africa, India People's Republic of China Note: To change the region code, insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD-ROM drive.

  • Page 42: Connectivity Options

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Connectivity Options Your notebook has built-in features for connecting to a network and communicating with other computers. Ethernet and LAN The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernetbased (10/100 Mbps) network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of your notebook to a network jack or hub on your network.

  • Page 43: Wireless Communication

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual To use the fax/data modem port, connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack. Wireless communication Your notebook has an wireless communication feature built-in. This feature allows you to communicate with other wireless communication devices. You can manually turn off your wireless communication feature.

  • Page 44: Fast Infrared

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Fast infrared Your notebook’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs (personal digital assistants), mobile phones, and infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mb/s at a distance of up to one meter.

  • Page 45: Audio

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Audio Your notebook includes 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio. The speaker located near the keyboard, direct sound towards you to further enhance sound output. There are audio ports on the rear panel of your notebook. See “Rear view” on page 13 for the location of these ports.

  • Page 46: Av Control Panel

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual AV control panel The AV control panel is a special feature of your notebook. Through this AV control panel, you could play most of your audio/video CD, DVD, MP3 and SD media. Item LCD display Power button Source button Play/pause button Icon...
  • Page 47 Item Volume down button Volume up button Stop/Eject button Repeat button Mute button Fast rewind/fast forward dial Previous track button Next track button G-MAX Icon Description Turns down the volume of the speakers during playback. Turns up the volume of the speakers during playback.
  • Page 48 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Understanding the AV control panel LCD screen The AV control panel LCD screen displays all the information pertaining to the audio/video media that’s being played in your notebook. When your notebook is turned off and the media is being played, your LCD display will show the following items.
  • Page 49 Item Hard drive Video Track number Elapsed time Volume/Mute SD memory card CD playback indicator MP3 playback indicator Playback progress indicator Shows the progress of the playback. Repeat indicator G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Description Indicates a file on the hard drive is playing.

  • Page 50: Using The Music Player

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Using the Music Player You can use the AV control panel on your notebook to play .MP3 and .WMA files stored on CD-Rs, DVD-Rs, Secured Digital memory cards, or the hard drive while your notebook is turned on or off. You can insert discs and SD memory cards into the notebook and play them using the Audio Player controls.
  • Page 51 Note: The SMI Bluebird Playlist Editor is the default playlist editor that shipped with your notebook. If you format your system, then the playlist editor program will be lost. You can go to Gigabyte website to download the latest Bluebird Playlist Editor utility. You must store your music files in the FAT32 or FAT16 formatted partition in order to play your music files on the hard disk.
  • Page 52 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual To play your playlist on the hard disc, SD memory card or CD-R Source Volume Down Repeat Previous Track If you are playing a CD-R, DVD-R, or SD memory card, insert the disc or card. Turn off your notebook. Press the POWER button on the control panel to turn on the music player.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Volume

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Playing your music files in power-on mode You may use the default media player to play your music when the power is turned on. The AV control panel still serves as a handy feature for you to quickly switch to your favorite music track, to stop the music, or to adjust the volume.

  • Page 54: Securing Your Computer

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Securing your computer Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and password. Security notch A security notch located on the left panel of your notebook lets you connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle.

  • Page 55: Setting A Password

    Passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. When set, no one can access your notebook without entering the correct password. There are three types of passwords you can set: Setup Password secures your computer against unauthorized entry to and •...

  • Page 56: Operating On Battery Power

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Operating on Battery Power Your notebook operates on AC or battery power. This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate your notebook on battery power. It also includes information on how your computer manages and saves power.

  • Page 57: Battery Pack Characteristics

    Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards Your notebook uses a Lithium-Ion battery pack which does not have the memory effect problem of Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) batteries. Li-Ion batteries consistently provide the longest battery life, best-suited for road warriors. •...

  • Page 58: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Installing and removing the battery pack Important! Before removing the battery pack, make sure that you have an AC adapter connected to your notebook; otherwise, turn off your notebook. To install a battery pack: Insert the battery at an angle place.

  • Page 59: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery To charge the battery, install the battery pack and plug the AC adapter into your notebook and an electrical outlet. Charging modes The adapter has two charging modes: • Rapid mode Your notebook uses rapid charging when power is turned off and a powered AC adapter is connected to it.

  • Page 60: Optimizing Battery Life

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Optimizing battery life This section helps you get the most out of battery operation. Optimizing battery life prolongs the charge/recharge cycle and improves recharge efficiency. Follow these suggestions to optimize and maximize battery power: Purchase an extra battery pack. •...
  • Page 61 The following table shows the recommended course of action to take when you encounter a battery-low condition. Situation AC adapter and power outlet available 1. Connect the AC adapter to your An extra fully-charged battery pack available AC adapter or power outlet not available G-MAX N601 User’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Power Management

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Power management Your notebook has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), your notebook stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.

  • Page 63: Peripherals And Options

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Peripherals and Options Your notebook offers excellent expansion capabilities with its built-in ports and connectors. This chapter describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options that help you use your notebook with ease. When connecting peripherals, read the manual included with the peripheral for operating instructions.

  • Page 64: External Monitor

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual External monitor You can connect an external monitor to the CRT port. Read the monitor manual for additional instructions. Note: If an external monitor is not connected, closing the display cover puts your notebook into Standby mode. Using simultaneous display Your notebook takes advantage of Windows multi-display capability, allowing you to use your notebook for presentation purposes.

  • Page 65: S-Video

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual S-Video The S-video port allows you to output to a television or display devices that support S-video input. This is important if you want to do some presentations. External keyboard Your notebook has a keyboard with full-sized keys and an embedded keypad. If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard, you can connect a USB external keyboard.

  • Page 66: External Pointing Device

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual External pointing device Your notebook accepts either a USB mouse or a similar pointing device. Printer You can also connect a printer to your notebook port. See your printer manual for operating instructions.

  • Page 67: Audio Devices

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Audio devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports accessible from the rear side of your notebook. You can plug an external microphone into the microphone jack. Audio line-in device into the line-in jack. Amplified speakers or headphones connect to the line-out jack.

  • Page 68: Pc Card

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual PC Card Your notebook has a built-in CardBus PC Card slot that can accommodate one type II PC Card. Please consult your dealer for PC Card options available that you can purchase for your notebook. PC Card slot The type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the left panel of your notebook accepts credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of your notebook.
  • Page 69 Ejecting a card Before ejecting a PC Card: Exit the application using the card. • Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation. • Press the slot eject button once to pop it out; then press it again to eject the PC Card.

  • Page 70: Usb Devices

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual USB devices Your notebook has two USB (Universal Serial Bus) (2.0) ports that allow you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources. Common USB devices include a mouse, keyboard, and digital camera.

  • Page 71: Ieee 1394 Devices

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual IEEE 1394 devices Your notebook's fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital video camera or optical drive. Your notebook comes with 2 kinds of IEEE 1394 ports, 4-pin and 6-pin for more flexibility. See your peripheral's documentation for details.

  • Page 72: Miscellaneous Options

    This notebook computer comes with two DDR-266/333 SoDIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) sockets that accepts 128/256/512/1024 MB Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) module. Please consult your dealer if you need to add more memory or check Gigabyte website for more information. Hard disk upgrade It is possible to upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space.

  • Page 73: Moving With Your Notebook

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Moving with your Notebook This chapter gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your notebook.

  • Page 74: Disconnecting From The Desktop

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your notebook from external accessories: Save your work in progress. Shut down the operating system. Turn off your notebook. Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter. Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices.

  • Page 75: Taking The Notebook Home

    Taking the notebook home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa: Preparing your notebook After disconnecting your notebook from your desktop, follow these steps to prepare your notebook for the trip home: 1. Remove all media from the drives. Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head.

  • Page 76: Special Considerations

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your notebook while traveling to and from work: Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping your notebook with • you. If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring your •...

  • Page 77: Traveling With Your Notebook

    Traveling with your notebook When you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client’s office building or traveling locally. Preparing your notebook Prepare your notebook as if you were taking it home. Be sure the battery in your notebook is charged.

  • Page 78: Traveling Internationally With Your Notebook

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Traveling internationally with your notebook When you are moving from country to country: Preparing your notebook Prepare your notebook as you would normally prepare it for traveling. What to bring with you Bring the following items with you. AC adapter •...

  • Page 79: Software

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Software This chapter discusses the important system utilities bundled with your notebook.

  • Page 80: System Software

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual System software Your notebook comes preloaded with the following software: Windows operating system • DMI(Desktop Management Interface)-compliant hardware BIOS utility • System utilities, drivers and application software • Note: To access Windows software application, click on the Start button and select the application folder.

  • Page 81: Bios Utility

    Boot Intel ® Pentium ® 4 CPU 2.40 GHz 2.40 GHz 640 KB 128000 KB XXXXX RX-XXX X.XX.XX.XX.XX XX.XX.XX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX N601 Gigabyte 00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000 F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select＞Sub-Menu G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Exit F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit...

  • Page 82: Navigating The Bios Utility

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Navigating the BIOS Utility These are the menu options: Information, Main, Advanced, Security, Boot and Exit. To enter a menu, highlight the item using the ← → keys. Within a menu, navigating through the BIOS Utility by following these instructions: Press the cursor up/down keys ( •...
  • Page 83 Security The System Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your notebook from unauthorized use. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Information Main Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Password on boot: Set Primary Hard Disk Password Processor Serial Number: Help ↑↓...
  • Page 84 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter setting. Parameter Description Setup Supervisor When set, this password protects the BIOS Utility from Password unauthorized entry, and protects critical BIOS parameters.
  • Page 85 Setting a password Follow these steps: Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight a password parameter (Supervisor, User, Boot, or Hard Disk) and press the Enter key. The password box appears: Enter Password Confirm New Password Type a password. The password may consist of up to eight alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9).

  • Page 86: Changing A Password

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Changing a password To change a password, follow the steps in “Setting a password” on page.75. Enter the current password and then enter a new password. Enter Password Confirm New Password Confirm New Password Removing a password To remove a password, follow the steps in “Setting a password”...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Troubleshooting This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up your notebook. Do not attempt to open and service your notebook by yourself.

  • Page 88: Frequently Asked Questions

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Frequently Asked Questions This is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your notebook, and it gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. I press the power switch, but my notebook does not start or boot-up.
  • Page 89 Image is not full-screen. Make sure the resolution is set to a resolution your system supports. Right-click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box. Then click on the Settings tab to make sure the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution.
  • Page 90 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual The printer does not work. Check the following: Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and it is turned on. • Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to your notebook’s port •...

  • Page 91: Specifications A

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your notebook.

  • Page 92: Data Storage

    G-MAX N601 User’s Manual Microprocessor Mobile Intel® Pentium™ M Processor with Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ • technology Memory Two memory slots can support up to 2048 MB with 2 DDR-266/333 SoDIMM • 1 MB (1024K) on-die L2 cache • Data storage One high-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk •...

  • Page 93: Operating System

    I/O ports One type II/I CardBus PC Card slot • One RJ-11 phone jack (V.92 modem) • One RJ-45 network jack (Ethernet 10/100) • One Parallel port • One S-Video jack • One external monitor port (DDC 2.0) • One line-out jack (S/PDIF) (3.5mm mini-jack) •...
  • Page 94 G-MAX N601 User’s Manual after being fully charged AC adapter • 70-Watt • Auto sensing 100~240Vac, 50~60Hz • Options 128/256/512/1024 MB DDR 266/333 SoDIMM memory upgrade module • Additional AC adapter • Additional battery • External USB floppy drive •...

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