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- Page 1 Preface Chapter 1 General Introductions Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 G52-N1047X1...
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Page 2: Preface
L720 Regulations Information FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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 3: Fcc Conditions
L720 FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Micro-Star International L720 Preface... -
Page 4: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery
L720 Preface Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (Danish) ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri --- Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af same fabrikat og type. Levé det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Deutsch) VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. -
Page 5: Caution On Using Modem
L720 Caution on Using Modem Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. -
Page 6: Macrovision Notice
L720 Macrovision Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. -
Page 7: Weee Statement
WEEE Statement (English) To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must remind you that... Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment"... - Page 8 à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de récupérer certains produits en fin de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative au retour des produits en fin de vie au sein de la communauté européenne. Par conséquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.
- Page 9 MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en la Unión Europea al final de su periodo de vida.
- Page 10 MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
- Page 11 Preface producenci tych produktów będą zobowiązani do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wycofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach zbiorczych.
- Page 12 MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla fine del loro ciclo di vita.
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Page 13: Trademarks
L720 Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows®98/ME, 2000/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc. PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Notebook Memory Card International Association. -
Page 14: Copyright Notice
If you are not sure about these information, such as the Notebook specification and equipment, please ask your local vendor for help. Technical Support Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, driver and software updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/. Contact our technical staff at: support@msi.com.tw. -
Page 15: Table Of Contents
L720 Table of Content Preface Regulations Information ... II FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... II FCC Conditions ... II Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery ...IV Caution on Using Modem ...V Optical Device Drive Notice...V Macrovision Notice ...VI Safety Instructions ...VI WEEE Statement ...VII Trademarks ...XIII Release History ...XIII... - Page 16 L720 Getting Started Specification...2-2 Product View ...2-6 Top-open View ...2-6 Front View...2-9 Right-side View... 2-11 Left-side View ...2-13 Rear View ...2-14 Bottom View...2-15 Power Management ...2-16 AC Adapter...2-16 Battery Pack ...2-17 Using the Battery Pack...2-20 Basic Operations ...2-22 Safety and Comfort Tips...2-22 Have a Good Work Habit ...2-23 Knowing the Keyboard ...2-24 Knowing the Touchpad ...2-29...
- Page 17 L720 Connecting the Communication Devices...3-6 PC Card Installation...3-7 Installing the PC card ...3-7 Removing the PC card ...3-8 Express Card Installation (Optional) ...3-9 Installing the Express card ...3-9 Removing the Express card ...3-9 Safely Remove Hardware...3-10 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup...4-2 When to Use BIOS Setup ...4-2 How to Run BIOS Setup...4-2 Control Keys ...4-3...
- Page 18 Preface Chapter 1 General Introductions Getting Started Chapter 2 Customizing this Notebook Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4...
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Page 19: How To Use This Manual
L720 General Introductions ongratulations on becoming a new user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. - Page 20 L720 General Introductions Chapter 3, Customizing this Notebook, gives instructions not only in connecting the mouse, keyboard, webcam, printer, external monitor, IEEE 1394 devices, and communication devices, but also in installing and removing the PC card. Chapter 4, BIOS setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use.
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Page 21: Unpacking
L720 Unpacking First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future. -
Page 22: Getting Started
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Page 23: Specification
L720 Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight Processor Type Support Processor L2 Cache FSB Speed Core Chips North Bridge South Bridge Memory Technology Memory Maximum Power AC Adapter Battery Type 395 (W) x 278 (D) x 26.5~35(H) mm 3.2 kg uFCPGA (478pin) ®... - Page 24 L720 RTC Battery Storage HDD form factor IDE Controller Optical Device I/O Port Monitor(VGA) IEEE1394 Mic-in Line-in Line-out Headphone Out RJ11 RJ45 TV-Out Communication Port 56K Fax/MODEM MDC (AC’97) appx. 4.5 hrs Yes, 3 years 9.5mm(H), 40/60/80GB Ultra DMA ATA-100 COMBO / DVD-Dual 15 pin Mini D-Sub x 1 x 3 (USB version 2.0)
- Page 25 L720 Wireless LAN PCMCIA Controller Slot CardBus Display LCD Type Brightness Video Controller VRAM External Monitor Resolution Wake on LAN --- Support on S3/ S4/ S5 LAN Boot --- Yes Wfm --- Wfm 2.0 support RF module: WM3B2200BG IEEE 802.11b/g RICOH 5C593 Type II x 1 SD+MMC+MS 3-in-1 card reader...
- Page 26 L720 Audio Sound Codec chip Internal Speaker SoundBlaster Sound Volume Software & BIOS Support OS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Hole Compliance Realtek ALC655 2 Speakers with housing SoundBlaster compatible (Not support DOS) Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key & SW Win XP Home and Professional edition Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only Fast Boot Support --- Yes (Win XP)
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Page 27: Product Overview
L720 Product Overview This section provides you the description of basic aspects of your Notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this Notebook before using Top-open View Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover (LCD Panel). The figure of top-open view and description showing below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your NOTEBOOK. - Page 28 L720 Cover Latch (Internal View) It is a bounce-back device to lock the cover with the deck when closing your Notebook PC. Rubber Pads Protect your Notebook PC from random closing. Status LED Hard Disk In-use: Glowing Red when the Notebook PC is accessing the hard disk drive.
- Page 29 L720 Getting Started Touchpad It is the pointing device of the computer..
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Page 30: Front View
L720 Front View Consumer Infrared It is used to transfer the Remote Controller signal to control the device. Cover Latch (External View) Press Cover Latch rightward and lift the cover. bounce back when loosing it. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. - Page 31 L720 Status LED Battery: Glowing Green when recharging. Battery LED goes out when recharging is done or when the AC adapter is disconnected. Glowing Orange when the battery is in low battery status. Blinking Orange if the battery is out of order, and it is recommended to replace a new battery.
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Page 32: Right-Side View
L720 Right-side View Express Card Slot The computer provides an Express Card slot. The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface. The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scalable, high-bandwidth serial PCI Express and USB 2.0 interfaces. USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer... - Page 33 L720 expansion functions, such as LAN/WLAN card, modem card, memory card, etc. S-Video Connector By using a Super VHS (S-Video) cable, this connector allows you to connect a television (NTSC/PAL system) to use as a computer display. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
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Page 34: Left-Side View
L720 Left-side View DVB-T Connector (Digital Video Broadcasting-Terrestrial) (Optional) DVB-T is an acronym for Digital Video Broadcasting - Terrestrial and means basically the (mostly used in Europe) digital TV broadcasting method that's done via terrestrial networks -- normally existing analogue TV antennas are used to receive the transmissions. -
Page 35: Rear View
L720 Rear View Battery Pack (Rear View) To supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected. RJ-11 Connector The computer provides a built-in modem that allows you to connect an FJ-11 telephone line through this connector. With the 56K V.90 modem, you can make a dial-up connection. -
Page 36: Bottom View
L720 Bottom View Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. Battery Lock/Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is pushed to unlock position, the battery is removable. -
Page 37: Power Management
L720 Power Management AC Adapter Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power while using this Notebook for the first time. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately. NOTE that the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your Notebook;... -
Page 38: Disconnecting The Ac Power
L720 Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC adapter, you should: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. Unplug the connector from the Notebook. Disconnect the power cord and the connector of AC adapter. When unplugging the power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. -
Page 39: Replacing The Battery Pack
L720 5. Slide the left side of the battery pack first out of the compartment and then pull the right side of the battery pack. Replacing the Battery Pack Insert the right side of battery pack into the compartment. Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place. After the right side of the battery pack fitting the right track, then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber. - Page 40 L720 Warning Do not try to disassemble THE BATTERY PACK. Please follow your local laws and regulations to recycle the unused battery pack. 2-19 Getting Started...
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Page 41: Using The Battery Pack
L720 Using the Battery Pack Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. -
Page 42: Charging The Battery Pack
L720 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the Notebook. Please pay attention to the following tips before recharging the battery: If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and shut down the system or Save-to-Disk. -
Page 43: Basic Operations
L720 Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the Notebook, please read the following tips to make yourself safe and comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The Notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your Notebook for long periods of time. -
Page 44: Have A Good Work Habit
L720 Keep your hands and feet with Adjust the optimal comfort. angle and position of LCD panel. Adjust the desk’s height. Have a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your Notebook for long periods of time;... -
Page 45: Knowing The Keyboard
L720 Getting Started Knowing the Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard and an additional [Fn] key for specific functions on the Notebook. The keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. -
Page 46: Typewriter Keys
L720 Typewriter Keys The function of these Typewriter keys is the major function of the keyboard, which is similar to the keys on a typewriter. It also provides several keys for special purposes, such as the [Ctrl], [Alt] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to toggle the... -
Page 47: Cursor Keys
L720 Cursor Keys The keyboard provides four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys at the lower right corner, which are used to control the cursor movement. Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line. -
Page 48: Numeric Keys
L720 The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between “insert” and “overtype” modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one space. -
Page 49: Function Keys
L720 Function Keys Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( ) on the keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. For more information of the two keys, please refer to your Windows manual or online help. -
Page 50: Knowing The Touchpad
L720 Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your Notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the Notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on it and control the cursor on the screen by moving your finger. -
Page 51: Using The Touchpad
L720 Using the Touchpad Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad: Positioning and Moving Place your finger on the touchpad (usually using the forefinger), and the rectangular pad will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. When you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will move simultaneously in the same direction. - Page 52 L720 desired location; finally, release the left button to finish the drag-and-drop operation. Move the cursor by sliding your fingertip. Using the Touchpad Put your wrist on the desk comfortably. 2-31 Getting Started...
- Page 53 L720 Getting Started Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-hand user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. In addition, you can change the size, shape, moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen.
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Page 54: About Hard Disk Drive
L720 About Hard Disk Drive Your Notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage devices. -
Page 55: Using The Optical Storage
L720 Using the Optical Storage Your Notebook is equipped with an optical storage device. The actual device installed in your Notebook depends on the model you purchased. DVD Combo Drive: This device allows you to read DVD and CD, and record CD format. -
Page 56: Inserting The Disk
L720 Inserting the Disk The following instruction describes the general procedure when operating the optical storage device. Confirm that the Notebook is turned on. Press the Eject Button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended. Place your disk in the tray with its label facing up. - Page 57 L720 Removing the disk Press the Eject Button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended. Hold the disk by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray. Push the tray back into the drive.
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Page 58: Customizing This Notebook
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Page 59: Connecting The External Devices
L720 Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. All devices listed here are for reference only. Modem IEEE 1394 Device Mouse/ Keyboard Customizing this Notebook Web Cam Microphone Printer Speakers/ Earphones Monitor Television... -
Page 60: Connecting The Peripheral Devices
L720 Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the Mouse You can connect a mouse to your Notebook through the PS/2 port or USB port. If there is no PS/2 port available on your Notebook, but you only have mouse of PS/2 connector, please purchase a PS/2-USB connector first. To connect the mouse: Turn on the Notebook and install the mouse driver. -
Page 61: Connecting The External Monitor Or Tv
L720 Connecting the WebCam You can connect a WebCam to your Notebook through the USB port. connect the WebCam: Turn on the Notebook and install the WebCam driver. Connect your WebCam to the Notebook. The Notebook may auto detect your WebCam driver and enable the WebCam function. -
Page 62: Connecting The Ieee 1394 Devices
L720 Plug the monitor’s D-type connector into the Notebook’s VGA port. Connect the monitor’s power cord and turn on the monitor. Turn on the Notebook and the monitor should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2]. Alternately, you can change the display mode by configuring the settings in Display Properties of Windows operating system. -
Page 63: Connecting The Communication Devices
L720 Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The RJ-45 connector of the Notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. This built-in 10/100 Base-T LAN module supports data transfer rate up to 100Mbps. -
Page 64: Pc Card Installation
L720 PC Card Installation The PC card slot of your Notebook allows you to install comprehensive Type-II PC cards that support various functions for your necessary, including the LAN/WLAN card, modem card, and memory card. The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the PC card, including how to install and remove it. -
Page 65: Removing The Pc Card
L720 Removing the PC Card Press the Eject Button to make it stretch out. Push the Eject Button and the PC card will slide out. Pull it out of the slot. Reattach the dummy card back to the slot. Do not hold the “golden finger” when installing the PC card; otherwise, it may cause interference or damage to the PC card. -
Page 66: Express Card Installation (Optional)
L720 Express Card Installation (Optional) This computer provides an Express Card slot. The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface. The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scalable, high-bandwidth serial PCI Express and USB 2.0 interfaces. -
Page 67: Safely Remove Hardware
L720 Customizing this Notebook Safely Remove Hardware If you connect any peripheral device to your system, the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) will appear on the taskbar. Double-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box. You can see all connected peripheral devices here. -
Page 68: Bios Setup
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Page 69: About Bios Setup
L720 About BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default BIOS settings. -
Page 70: Control Keys
L720 Control Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one menu title. Press right arrow to select one menu title. Press up arrow to select one item under the menu title. -
Page 71: Bios Setup Menu
L720 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main menu will appear on the screen. The Main menu displays the system information, including the basic configuration. Main menu Show System Overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, Memory size and setting of System Time and Date. -
Page 72: Main Menu
L720 Main menu System Overview System Overview will show you BIOS version and other information about its build date and update notes. Following is CPU’s information about its Type and Speed. System Time This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode. - Page 73 L720 w System Date This item allows you to set the system date. [day:month:date:year]. Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). Month The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Date The date from 01 to 31. Year The year can be adjusted by users.
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Page 74: Advanced Menu
L720 Advanced menu Advanced Settings w Primary IDE Master/ Slave The two items display the types of the primary master/slave IDE devices installed in the Notebook. Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode, PIO mode and more. - Page 75 L720 BIOS Setup mode (the processor works at FSB400-600MHz or FSB533-800MHz). If you want optimize the processor, set this item to Enabled, so that the processor’s speed will be controlled by the use of your operating system and applications. Setting options: Enabled, and Disabled.
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Page 76: Boot Menu
L720 Boot menu Boot Settings w Quiet Boot This item enables you to show the vendor logo on the boot-up screen. Settings options: Disabled and Enabled. The default setting is Enabled. w 1st, 2nd and 3rd Boot Device The three items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. -
Page 77: Security Menu
L720 BIOS Setup Security menu Security Settings w Change Supervisor/User Password When you select the function, a message box will appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type the password you want, up to six characters in length and press [Enter]. - Page 78 L720 When the Supervisor Password is set, the new item User Access Level and Password Check will be added in the menu. You can make further settings of access right in the User Access Level item. Setting options: No Access, View Only, Limited and Full Access. The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented.
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Page 79: Exit Menu
L720 Exit menu Exit Options w Save Changes and Exit Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. w Discard Changes and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. w Discard Changes Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility.
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