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- Page 1 R15-C www.earthwalk.com 888.213.4900...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ......................1 ................. 1 NTRODUCTION Getting Started ................... 2 Inventory..................... 3 Safety and Maintenance ................4 Checklists ....................5 Features ...................... 6 Where to Look For Information ..............6 Quick Start....................7 Loading Windows .................. - Page 3 Table of Contents Right Side Connectors ................37 CHAPTER 4 ......................39 ..............39 OWER ANAGEMENT Power Management .................. 40 Monitoring Battery Power ................ 41 Power Saving Modes ................42 Power Saving Tips ..................43 When to Replace the Battery ..............44 Heat Considerations .................
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Page 5: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer! Your new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact, powerful, and easy to use. Designed for a wide range of general, business, and personal productivity applications, the notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office, at home, and on the road. -
Page 6: Inventory
Chapter 1 Inventory This computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep details of your purchase. This information will be required should you need to make repairs to your notebook during the warranty period. Update this section when you add new options. -
Page 7: Safety And Maintenance
Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer: Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation •... -
Page 8: Checklists
Chapter 1 Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to • the computer’s hard disk drive, avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration. Checklists After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer. -
Page 9: Features
Chapter 1 Features High Capacity Hard Disk Drive The computer has a high capacity hard disk drive, to store your favorite programs and large multimedia files. Built-in Modem/LAN Capability A built-in 56k modem and 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port allows you to access the Internet or a local area network (LAN). -
Page 10: Quick Start
Chapter 1 Quick Start Turning on the Computer for the First Time 1. Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on the left side of your computer. 3. -
Page 11: Loading Windows
Chapter 1 Loading Windows The following section is for installing the Windows operating system only. If you are installing a different operating system, please check with your vendor for installation details. Your computer will begin loading Windows once you turn on the power. Wait a few seconds for Windows setup to load. -
Page 12: Adjusting The Volume
Chapter 1 Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume with hot key combination as below: • Fn + F8 decreases the volume • Fn + F9 increases the volume • Fn + F10 Mute the volume Alternatively, you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar. -
Page 13: Turning Off Your Computer
Chapter 1 Turning off Your Computer Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your computer. 1. On the Start menu. 2. Click Shut down. If you are going to be away from the computer for a short period, there are ways of conserving power without shutting down the system. -
Page 14: Tips For New Owners
Chapter 1 Tips for New Owners Take responsibility for backup Back up files often. Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such USB drive. If you use your notebook as a networked workstation with system backup, talk to the system administrator about backup procedures for your notebook. - Page 15 Chapter 1 Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case A broken screen or case can be costly to repair. Prevent accidents by carrying the computer in a suitable carrying case. Consider using a lock For added security, consider purchasing a Kensington lock to put into the Kensington lock hole on the back side of your computer.
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Page 17: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your notebook computer, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio and video systems. Getting Started Before you begin using your computer, read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system. -
Page 18: Front View
Chapter 2 Front View 1. Web CAM (optional) 6. Touchpad 2. LCD panel 7. Touchpad button 3. Power button 8. Status indicators 4. Wireless LAN button 9. Speakers 5. Keyboard 10. Microphone... -
Page 19: Front View
Chapter 2 Front View 1. SIM card door (optional) 2. MS Pro/MS/MMC/SD 4-in-1 Card reader slot Right View 1. IEEE 1394 port 2. D-sub serial port 3. USB 2.0(Universal Serial Bus) port 4. Optical drive lock 5. Optical drive 6. Disk ejection button 7. -
Page 20: Left View
Chapter 2 Left View 1. DC-in jack 2. VGA external video display port 3. USB 2.0(Universal Serial Bus) ports 4. Audio-out jack 5. Microphone-in jack 6. Smart card slot 7. Express 54/34 card slot... -
Page 21: Bottom View
Chapter 2 Bottom View 1. Ventilation slot 2. Battery release latch with lock function 3. Battery... -
Page 22: Led Status Indicators
Chapter 2 LED Status Indicators The status indicators in the upper left corner of the keyboard light up when a particular function of the computer is active. Each indicator is marked with a symbol. Power indicator Power On/Off. WLAN WLAN On/Off. The computer is reading information from HDD/Optical Drive the optical drive or HDD. -
Page 23: Power Indicators
Chapter 2 Power Indicators The power indicators show which power source the system is using. The power indicators remain active and viewable even when the LCD panel is closed. Icon Light Description Power is on and the Blue AC adapter is in use Power is in suspend Flash blue mode... -
Page 24: Touchpad
Chapter 2 Fn + F9 Increases Volume Fn + F10 Mute Volume Fn + F11 Touch panel on/off Touchpad The touchpad is a pressure sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two-button mouse. Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen. - Page 25 Chapter 2 software program. It is called double-tapping. This function corresponds to double-clicking with a mouse. Once the cursor has been moved to the object you want to select, lightly double- tap the pressure sensitive touchpad. This double-tapping on the touchpad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation.
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Page 26: The Optical Drive
Chapter 2 Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, • liquids or grease. Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty. • Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad • buttons. - Page 27 Chapter 2 Inserting a Disk 1. Press the button on the front of the drive to open the disk tray and pull the tray open. 2. Place the disk on the tray, label side 3. Place the disk on the central spindle and press gently until the disk clicks into place.
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Page 28: Connecting The Printer
Chapter 2 Extremes in temperature may damage discs. Store discs in a • cool dry place. Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent. Only • use optical cleaning kits. Do not bend or drop the discs. • Do not place objects on top of discs. •... -
Page 29: The Graphics System
Chapter 2 Installing a Card 1. The top side of a express card is usually identified with a label. Insert the card into the slot with the label side up and the edge with pinhole contacts going in first. 2. Insert the card into the slot. You will feel some resistance as the card slides into the back of the slot. - Page 30 Chapter 2 Resolution Click My Computer/Control Panel/Display/Settings. Click the • Settings tab. The dialog box indicates the monitor resolution. Use the slide bar to adjust the resolution. Normally, you should • use the resolution the LCD or monitor was designed for. Note: Using a lower resolution than the screen was designed for will reduce the area of the display.
- Page 31 Chapter 2 Dual Displays With Windows system, external monitor simultaneously with your notebook’s LCD. You may also use the external monitor only and disable the LCD or only use the LCD. To do this you may first need to enable the multiple display settings in Windows.
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Page 32: Communication Components
Chapter 2 If the external CRT is connected, the display on the LCD and the CRT is the same. Tip: To ensure trouble-free video output, the first time you use an external monitor, change the output in the Display Properties dialog box. After successfully switching modes, you may use the video function keys. - Page 33 Chapter 2 Attention: When using the data communications function, please do not plug the phone cord into the ISDN or PBX jack to avoid an electrical surge that will cause the MDC module to burn.
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Page 34: Information About The Wireless Lan Button
Chapter 2 Information about the Wireless LAN button Wireless LAN button If Wireless LAN module has been built- WLAN in, your notebook will search for the button device and will display an icon on the Windows task bar. uilt-in Wireless Local Area Network The built-in Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) interface card can provide a quick access without using cables for the connection to the network equipments. - Page 35 Chapter 2 Information about 3G function (Optional) The system provides 3G/GPS function (optional), please use screw driver to remove the screw of SIM Card door. Then insert 3G SIM card into the slot. Attention: WLAN function will be auto turn-off when 3G function is on. Please press Fn+F2 function keys to turn on 3G/GPS function (optional).
- Page 36 Chapter 2 Information about Bluetooth (Optional) A Bluetooth wireless technology is the ability to simultaneously handle both data and voice transmissions. This enables users to enjoy a variety of solutions such as hands-free headset for voice calls, printing and fax capabilities, and synchronizing PDA, laptop, and mobile phone applications.
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Page 38: Making Connections
Chapter 3 Making Connections Your computer is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors, including standard input/output (I/O) ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers, keyboards, and mice. Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer. -
Page 39: Left Side Connectors
Chapter 3 Left Side Connectors 1. DC-in Jack Connect the DC power cable from the AC adapter to this jack. 2. VGA Out (External Video) Port The 15-pin VGA port can be used to connect your computer to an external monitor. (See the Graphics System in chapter 2 for more information). -
Page 40: Right Side Connectors
Chapter 3 Right Side Connectors 1. FireWire / IEEE 1394 / 1394a Port This is a high-speed serial data port. You may connect any FireWire compatible device to this port. 2. D-sub serial port The D-sub serial port provides the connection for RS232 interface device. - Page 41 Chapter 3 7. LAN RJ-45 Jack With the built-in Ethernet LAN combo, you can make LAN connections. Connection speed is up to 1000 Mbps. Warning: Plug your modem into an analog telephone jack only. Most homes use analog lines. Do not use digital lines, such as the PBX and ISDN systems found in many offices.
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Page 43: Power Management
Chapter 4, 5 Power Management Battery Calibration The first time you use a battery, you should calibrate it. The calibration process empties and charges the battery one time. This allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status. To calibrate a battery, follow these steps: 1. -
Page 44: Monitoring Battery Power
Chapter 4, 5 Monitoring Battery Power There are two ways to monitor how much power the battery has left. 1. Click start/Control Panel/Power Options; then click Power Meter. 2. Moving the cursor to the battery icon on the taskbar is the simplest way to check on battery power status. -
Page 45: Power Saving Modes
Chapter 4, 5 Battery Charging When you use the AC adapter to connect your Notebook to a power outlet, the internal battery will automatically begin to recharge. While the battery is charging, the Battery Charge icon on the Indicator panel will be active. -
Page 46: Power Saving Tips
Chapter 4, 5 Power Button Settings The function of the power button can be set to Shutdown or Standby in the Power Management Properties dialog box in the Windows Control Panel. However, holding the power button down for more than four seconds will force a power off while operating under any situation, resulting in the loss of any unsaved information. -
Page 47: When To Replace The Battery
Chapter 4, 5 When to Replace the Battery Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge. Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows: 1. -
Page 48: Heat Considerations
Chapter 4, 5 Heat Considerations The computer's processor has been specially designed to consume little power, and generates very little heat. However, working in a hot environment, or working for long periods may raise the temperature. Your computer takes the following steps to lower temperature: The cooling fan will automatically turn on. -
Page 49: Chapter 5
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Page 50: Using The Bios Setup Utility
Chapter 4, 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings, including settings for various optional functions of the computer. This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility. - Page 51 Chapter 4, 5 Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information: Select Screen Push the up and down arrow keys to move among selections, then press Enter to make a selection.
- Page 52 Chapter 4, 5 The Main Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit System Overview Choose t he system default language BIOS Information Use [ENTER] , [TAB] Build Date 11/24/2010 14:09:54 BIOS Version RC.04a Or [SHIFT-TAB] to EC Version 0.0.9 select a field.
- Page 53 Chapter 4, 5 Advanced Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Advanced Setting Battery Learning Function To do battery calibration Battery Calibration [Enter] FAN Calibration [Enter] SATA Mode [AHCI Mode] Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Wake on LAN from S4/S5 [Disable] WLAN State Configuration WLAN Mode Control...
- Page 54 Chapter 4, 5 Boot menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Quiet Boot [Enabled] Enables/Disables Quiet Boot option Fast Boot [Disabled] Setup Prompt Timeout Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P1: HL-DT-STDVDR…] Boot Option #2 [P0: TOSHIBA MK50…] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Drive BBS Priorities ←→...
- Page 55 Chapter 4, 5 Security menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Security Settings Set Setup Administrator password. Password Description If ONLY the Administrator’ s passwords is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup If ONLY the User’...
- Page 56 Chapter 4, 5 Exit menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the changes. Save Changes and Exit Discard changes and Exit Save Change and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes ←→...
- Page 57 Chapter 4, 5 Change User Password With a User password, you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User password, but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the Supervisor password, nor enable diskette access if it has been disabled.
- Page 59 Appendix A Instant Recovery Software No need to locate a recovery CD to restore your software settings, it is already pre-installed on your notebook hard drive. Simply follow the steps below and restore your notebook to the original factory settings. 1.
- Page 60 Appendix A 3. Warning message for double confirmation，please click “OK” 4. Start to recover system...
- Page 61 Appendix A 5. Restore operation completed, please click “Quit” to finish all of the recovery procedure...
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Page 62: Faq & Statement
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Page 63: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement Frequently Asked Questions My screen seems to time out too quickly. I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back. How can I adjust the screen time-out? This is part of Windows Power Management. - Page 64 Appendix B — FAQ & Statement Double click on the Speaker icon on the task bar. Then, under Microphone Balance, check the Mute box. Because of a software problem, I was unable to shut down power normally. I pressed the power button to force a power off, but it didn't work.
- Page 65 Appendix B — FAQ & Statement Save configuration changes and exit setup? [OK] [Cancel]...
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Page 66: Statements
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement Statements Federal Communications Commission 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 67 Appendix B — FAQ & Statement About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment.
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Page 68: European Notice
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 marks it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending... -
Page 69: Safety Caution
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement CE Declaration of Conformity Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Low- voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. -
Page 70: Canadian Department Of Communications
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations. -
Page 71: Battery Disposal
Appendix B — FAQ & Statement "The Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by the device. To prevent overloading, the termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devise subject only to the requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100."...
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