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PRESTIGIO 350 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.
Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter. Do not connect the adapter to any devices other than your computer. Do not let water get into the adapter. Do not block the ventilation airway of the adapter. PRESTIGIO 350...
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It is suggested that you clean the ventilation grills regularly to maintain optimal thermal regulation of the notebook. To do this, you may use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner (with appropriate head adapter) to remove the dust buildup on the ventilation grills. PRESTIGIO 350...
There is built-in 4-in-1 card reader to access many of the portable media formats (SD Card, MS Card, MMC Card, and MS-Pro Card). Ethernet Port The system provides built-in 10/100Mbps Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection. PRESTIGIO 350...
USB2.0 ports to connect to any USB-based peripheral devices. Wireless LAN The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled systems, devices, or network. System At A Glance Top View PRESTIGIO 350...
Pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage; therefore the fan speed is reduced to achieve lowest operating noise. When Silent Mode is enabled, the LED status indicator shows steady green light. 9. Internet Explorer Quick Key Pressing the button launches Internet Explorer in Windows. PRESTIGIO 350...
S/PDIF output to an external DTS, AC3, or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo system. Side Views Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display PRESTIGIO 350...
11. Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a Port This is a high-speed serial data port. You may connect any Fire-wire-ready device to this port. 12. 4-in-1 Card Reader The 4-in-1 Card Reader supports SD Card, MS Card, MMC Card, and MS-Pro Card. PRESTIGIO 350...
The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. Warning: Do not block the Fan Grill outlet. Place the machine on hard surface only. The bottom case may get very hot. PRESTIGIO 350...
However, the amount of leakage current is within the safety regulation and is not harmful to human body. LED Status Indicator 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. PRESTIGIO 350...
Fn+Num Lk Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode. The keys act like numeric keypads in a calculator. Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. An alternative would be to connect an external numeric keypad. PRESTIGIO 350...
2. Press buttons to select or execute functions. These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touch pad twice produces is similar to clicking the left button of a mouse. PRESTIGIO 350...
To open the display, push the LCD latch to the right and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position. The LCD panel has a maximum opening of 135 degrees. Do not push it down forcibly. PRESTIGIO 350...
Depending on where your computer is used, you may need to change settings in the modem. Correct setting will allow you to maintain a stable connection in a country where its telecommunication system may be different to others. PRESTIGIO 350...
The following restrictions should be observed for 10/100BASE-TX networks: . The maximum cable run length is 100 meters(m) (328 feet[ft]). Note: Consult Windows manual and / or Novell Netware user’s guide for the software installation, configuration, operation of the network. PRESTIGIO 350...
2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. 3. Locate the 3G Module Cover on the bottom of the system. 4. Remove Screw K and Cover. 5. Locate the SIM Card Socket. Push to unlock the card holder and open the card holder upright. PRESTIGIO 350...
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7. Close the card holder and push to lock the card holder. Note that if you install the card at a wrong orientation, the card holder will not close properly. 8. Re-attach the Module Cover and Screw K. This completes the SIM card installation procedure. PRESTIGIO 350...
2. If this is your first-time using the 3G module, you need to create a new dialup profile. Click the Setup tab and the New (Profile) button. Once you have completed the profile setup, you will not need to repeat the steps 2~5 in the future. 3. Select Set Up my profile manually and click Next. PRESTIGIO 350...
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4. Select 3G/GPRS and click Next. 5. Enter the APN address provided by your network carrier. 6. Go to the Home tab and click Connect on the profile that you have just created. You may be asked to enter a 4-digit PIN code. PRESTIGIO 350...
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7. Once the network is connected. You will see a pop-up message from the task tray. 8. Launch the Explore browser and you are now ready to surf the Internet. To disconnect from the network: Left-click the Globe Trotter icon and select Disconnect. PRESTIGIO 350...
Selects the next field. Select an item Selects the next upper item. Select an item Selects the next lower item. Lower value Selects the next value within a field. Higher value Selects the next value within a field. PRESTIGIO 350...
System Date: Type in the current date, in MM/DD/YY format. Info Setup Under this menu, you can view basic processor and BIOS Version information. Note: Due to various configurations on this model, your system may show different information. PRESTIGIO 350...
Select [Auto], the system will automatically set the Frame 128 MB appropriate shared memory size for the graphic engine. Buffer Size 256 MB Otherwise, you may choose a fixed size. Security Setup Set Supervisor Password: Install or Change the Password. PRESTIGIO 350...
[Suspend]: When the power button is pressed, the system enters the suspend mode. Note: In Windows XP, suspend mode and settings are determined by settings in the Power Options Properties (Start > Control Panel > Power Options). PRESTIGIO 350...
Discard Changes and Exit: Discards changes done so far to any of the setup questions and exit. Get Default Values: Load Optimal Default value for all the setup questions. F9 key can be used for this operation. Load Previous Values: Load settings that you made during the previous BIOS Setup session. PRESTIGIO 350...
Note: Press Fn+F3 to turn off the battery warning beep. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery Pack: 1. Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface. 2. Push the latch and pull the battery’s hard case away from the notebook. PRESTIGIO 350...
(If you do not see a battery or AC-in icon on the task tray, go to Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab. Check off “Always show icon on the task bar“.) PRESTIGIO 350...
Always on mode puts the processor into maximum performance mode, which provides no power saving. The other schemes control processor performance based on demand. For example, Max Battery mode lowers the processor’s speed and voltage to conserve power as much as possible. PRESTIGIO 350...
For Windows XP users, hibernation is handled by the operating system; therefore, no special disk partition or disk file is necessary. If you wish to activate Hibernate mode, you need enable Hibernate Support in the Hibernate tab of the Power Options menu. PRESTIGIO 350...
Warning: In the When I close the lid of my portable computer pull-down menu, DO NOT select Do nothing – otherwise the system will still run at high speed while the processor’s fan grill is fully blocked by the closed LCD panel. The heat will damage the LCD panel. PRESTIGIO 350...
Select Max Battery if you want the system to enter suspend mode more often. Or, select Always On if your notebook PC is plugged into an AC power source. Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different. PRESTIGIO 350...
1. Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Remove the battery. 2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. 3. Locate and remove 9 Screw A’ s . PRESTIGIO 350...
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4. Remove the System Device Cover. 5. Locate and remove 2 Screw B’ s . PRESTIGIO 350...
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Congratulations! You have now completed the hard drive upgrade. When you boot up the PC, you may need to create a primary HDD partition and reformat the new drive and re-install O/S, drivers, and all the necessary applications. PRESTIGIO 350...
2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. Place the notebook on a flat surface and fully close the LCD lid. 3. Locate and remove 9 Screw A’ s on the System Device Cover. 4. Remove the System Device Cover. The DIMM socket is now seen as shown below. PRESTIGIO 350...
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7. 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. 8. Put the System Device Cover back and tighten 9 Screw A’s. PRESTIGIO 350...
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Use a small blade to press the latch inward. The keyboard tray should pop up slightly over the latch. If the keyboard tray does not pop up, try to gently lift it up slightly above the latch. Repeat this step for the other keyboard latches. PRESTIGIO 350...
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30 degrees into the empty memory socket. Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket. 6. 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. PRESTIGIO 350...
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Warning: Installing the mini-card while your computer is in suspend or power-saving mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware. Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with the card upgrade. PRESTIGIO 350...
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Windows, the system will prompt for driver location. Insert the Factory CD-ROM and point to the directory where the Wireless LAN driver can be found. In addition to installing the driver, you may also need to run a Setup.exe program to install the card’s utility applications before it is fully operational. PRESTIGIO 350...
Most audio problems are software-related. If your computer worked before, chances are software may have been set incorrectly. • Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon. In the Audio page, make sure that Realtek HD Audio is the default playback device. PRESTIGIO 350...
The files are corrupted - • Run the Error-checking utility in Windows to check the HDD. Double-click My Computer. Right-click C: and select Properties. Click Check Now in Error-checking in Tools. Optical Drive Problems PRESTIGIO 350...
If you are connecting an external keyboard to the system, the built-in keyboard may not work. • Try restarting the system. The characters on the screen repeat while I type. • You may be holding the keys down too long while you’re typing. PRESTIGIO 350...
Excessive line noise might cause the connection to be dropped. To check this, put the regular phone handset on the line and placing a phone call. If you do hear abnormal noise, try to make the modem connection with a different line or contact your local telephony company for service. PRESTIGIO 350...
You may be running too many applications. Try to close some applications or increase system memory for higher performance. • The processor may have been overheated due to the system’s inability to regulate its internal heat. Make sure the computer’s ventilation grills are not blocked. PRESTIGIO 350...
CD-ROM disk or consult Windows manual on how to solve the resource conflict problem. • Make sure the cable is fully connected. • Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers. • Contact the device vendor for additional support. PRESTIGIO 350...
DirectSound 3D, EAX 1.0 & 2.0 compatible Up to 400 Mbps A3D, I3DL2 compatible Expandable up to 63 devices in chains AC97 V2.3 compatible Azalia compatible Storage 2 Stereo Speakers Hard Drive S-ATA 2.5-inch format hard disk drive PRESTIGIO 350...
Operating Temperature: 5 to 35oC (41 to 95oF) One 4-in-1 Card Reader slot Operating Humidity: 20 to 80 percent RH (5 to 35oC) NewCard Slot Storage Temperature: -15 to 50oC (-5 to 122oF) One NewCard Slot (type II) PRESTIGIO 350...
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Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: 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 IEC61000-4-4:1995+A1:2000+A2:2001 IEC61000-4-5:2001 IEC61000-4-6:2001 IEC61000-4-8:2001 PRESTIGIO 350...
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The power cord supplied with the AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area. However, if you travel PRESTIGIO 350...
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UTE (France) CCC (China) PSB (Singapore) PSE (Japan) BSMI (Taiwan) B (Polish) VDE (Germany) SASO (Saudi Arabia) The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type HO5VV-F 3-conductor cord with a minimum conductor size of 0.03 square inches. PRESTIGIO 350...
Do not open the unit. Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. If the unit requires service, contact an authorized service center. Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit. PRESTIGIO 350...
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. When you see this symbol, be careful as this spot may be very hot. The heat is generated from the CPU. PRESTIGIO 350...
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