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Gigabyte W511 Series User Manual

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Copyright ©2005
All Right Reserved – Printed in China
W511 Series Notebook User's Manual
Original Issue: 2005/04
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.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photo-
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  • Page 1 Copyright ©2005 All Right Reserved – Printed in China W511 Series Notebook User’s Manual Original Issue: 2005/04 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

    • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommend- When Using Your W511 Series Notebook Computer ed by the manufacturer. • Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruc- CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an tions.
  • Page 3 W511 Series User’s Manual case you are asked to turn on your notebook. • Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a • When traveling with the hard drive removed from your notebook, memory module by its edges, not its pins.

  • Page 4: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) PART 68 Warning Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bot- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits tom of the computer is a label that contains, among other informa- for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 5 16 A.” This W511 series notebook computer device is classified for use in a • EN 60950 — “Safety of Information Technology Equipment.” typical Class B domestic environment.
  • Page 6 • Storage of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined If this modem is to be used with a PBX which has extension wiring code. owned by BT, connection of the modem the PBX can only be carried • Initial proceed indication detection.
  • Page 7 W511 Series User’s Manual About Your W511 Series Notebook Computer Congratulate on your purchase of the W511 Series Professional Multimedia Notebook Computer. Your notebook computer W511 series incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry.

  • Page 8: About This User Manual

    About This User Manual This Manual will help you to gain a complete understanding of W511 Series Professional Multimedia Notebook. This Manual is divided into eight chapters: 1. Illustrates W511 series notebook computer features. 2. Provides step-by-step instructions to help you begin using your W511 series notebook computer as quickly as possible.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    3.2 Keyboard Functions ..............16 3.3 Using the TouchPad ..............20 Chapter 7 Cleaning and Maintenance 3.4 Storage ..................21 7.1 Taking Care of your W511 Series Notebook Computer ...52 3.5 Audio ..................22 7.2 Cleaning and Maintaining ............52 7.3 Traveling with W511 Series Notebook Computer ....53 Chapter 4 Multimedia 4.1 Power Cinema .................25...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    find to date in a portable personal computer. High performance, an ergonomics design and multimedia capability of W511 series notebook computer is ideal for variety of needs, from general business to personal usage. W511 series notebook computer...

  • Page 11: The Outside Of W511 Series Notebook Computer

    W511 Series User’s Manual 1.1 The Outside of W511 Series Notebook Com- puter Front View...
  • Page 12 Closed Frontal View 1 Speakers 8 Mic-in Jack Left and right speakers delivers stereo audio output. Connects to an external microphone for monophonic sound 2 Consumer Infrared lens recording. Links the notebook to an optional remote controller. 9 Speaker/ Headphone Jack 3 Power Indicator Connects to stereo headphone, speakers, or earphone set.
  • Page 13 W511 Series User’s Manual Rear View Left View 1 Power Port 1 Optical Disc Drive Connects to an AC adapter. Internal optical drive, load programs from a compact disc (CD) or 2 External Display Port digital video disc (DVD). Connects to an external monitor.
  • Page 14 Right Side View Bottom View 1 IEEE 1394 Port Connects to IEEE 1394 devices. 2 PC Card Slot Eject Button Eject the PC Card from the slot. 3 4-in-1 Cards Slot Accepts SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro modules. (Only one card can oper- ate at any given time.) 1 Cooling Fan 4 PC Card Slot...

  • Page 15: Status Led Indicator

    W511 Series User’s Manual 1.2 Status LED Indicator Status LED Indicator Icon Function Description Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated. Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated. Media activity Lights when the hard disk or optical drive is activating.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 How To Start

    This chapter helps you to learn the basic of your W511 series notebook computer and all the installation steps. Contact local dealer if all the drivers for operating W511 series has not been pre-installed or if there is an update on the driver installation of...

  • Page 17: Using The Battery Pack

    W511 Series User’s Manual 2.1 Using the Battery Pack W511 series notebook computer is designed to operate with one of Installing the Battery Pack the following power sources: Your W511 series notebook computer provides the most conve- • AC power nient way to install the battery pack into your computer.
  • Page 18 Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. When your W511 series notebook computer estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a...

  • Page 19: Connecting The Ac Power Source

    Connecting Power Adapter adapter connected to the notebook and the battery pack installed. The AC adapter provides external power source to your W511 series This ensures continuous power supply and prevents any data loss notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack at the incurring from sudden power breakdown.

  • Page 20: Starting W511 Series Notebook Computer

    How to Start 2.3 Starting W511 Series Notebook Computer The Power/ Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. generate short beep sound as well. Press the button to start your notebook computer and check if the Power LED turns on.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Display Controls

    Drivers The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by <Fn> +<F4> and If W511 Notebook Computer already have an operating system <Fn> + <F5> keys respectively. You need to power on the notebook installed into your notebook computer, it is best to install the needed computer in order to press these hot-key controls.

  • Page 22: Turning Off Your Computer

    How to Start 2.6 Turning Off Your Computer If you are not going to use W511 series notebook computer for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the notebook computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close all ap- plication programs and then shutdown the operating system.
  • Page 23 W511 Series User’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Chapter 3 Introduction To Basic Function

    This chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of your W511 series notebook computer that you normally would use in daily life. If you are new to computers and to the operating system, this chapter explains the basics features of your W511 series note- book computer.

  • Page 25: Lanuch Keys & Power Cinema Hot Keys

    3.2 Keyboard Functions Lanuch keys are locatted at the upper-right corner. They are desig- W511 series notebook computer is equipped with a standard type- nated as the mail, Web browser, programmable keys under operat- writer-layout keyboard and has extra features.
  • Page 26 How to Start <Fn>+<Break> key. Press this key to temporarily <Caps Lock> key. Used in most application program halt execution of a command. Pressing any other to always activate uppercase alphabet characters. key to resume execution of a command Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a <Backspace>...
  • Page 27 W511 Series User’s Manual Special Function Keys  Embedded Numeric Keypad  Window Keys The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric Description keypad. It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps.
  • Page 28 How to Start  Hot Keys Description Fn+F9 Play the audio track or video file. Press again to pause Fn+F1 Activate the standby mode for power-saving function Fn+F10 Press to stop playing the audio track or video file Fn+F2 Activate wireless LAN Press to skip backward to the previous track or video file Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT Fn+F11...

  • Page 29: Using The Touchpad

    W511 Series User’s Manual 3.3 Using the TouchPad TouchPad Basic The TouchPad senses movement on its surface, offers functions like a mouse.  Tap Once Move the cursor to the desired point and then press the left button or Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor. You can one quick light tapping.

  • Page 30: Storage

    Avoid jarring or moving your computer while the hard disk is still being accessed. Optical Disk Drive W511 series notebook computer with an optical drive which may be one of the following: DVD combo...

  • Page 31: Audio

    W511 Series User’s Manual 3.5 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC’97 stereo audio and microphone. The Built-in dual stereo speakers are easy to access. Microphone Stereo Speakers Stereo Speakers...

  • Page 32: Chapter 4 Multimedia

    Multimedia Chapter 4 Multimedia W511 series Notebook Computer integrates the best digital media and easy to use application. With a press of hot keys and remote control- ler, you can enjoy your multimedia collection without turning on your computer.
  • Page 33 W511 Series User’s Manual 4.1 Power Cinema Power Cinema is an integrated player for Audio CDs, music clips, Photo photos, DVD/VCD movies, and video clips. Power Cinema offers fast  Power Cinema let Users view their selected photos indivdu- launch squence, easy-to-use interface, user settings, and five differ- ally or as a slideshow, from any avaliable drive (USB-based ent entertainment modes.

  • Page 34: Power Cinema

    Multimedia 4.2 Introducing Power Cinema 4.3 How to Use Power Cinema Hot Keys Power Cinema Hot Keys The picture above is the main menu of Power Cinema. Under this menu you can click a content button by using touchpad, mouse, or arrow keys on the keyboard to open the corresponding feature’s home page.

  • Page 35: Introducing Power Cinema Hot Keys

    W511 Series User’s Manual 4.4 How to Use Keyboard to Control Power Cinema Following tables would help you to learn Hot Keys that you can use Mute Turn on/off the volume. under DVD Mode, Music Mode, and Photo Mode. Fast forward the playback.
  • Page 36 Multimedia Music Mode Main Menu/ Invoke main menu & setup. Setup Enter Enter Highlight item selected. Arrow keys Arrow keys Navigate the menus. Item Descriptions Key Position * Audio CD only. *Next Forward to the next track. *Prev Backward to the previous track. Stop Stop the current music playback.
  • Page 37 W511 Series User’s Manual Photo Mode Setting Options Settings let users set audio output, audio profile, DVD SP- DIF and Language according to your preferences. Users can use Mouse, Touch- Pad, or arrow keys to select items. Item Descriptions Key Position Next Forward to the next photo image.
  • Page 38 Multimedia 4.5 How to Use Remote Controller (Optional) Install Battery In the accessory box, you can also found a CR2016 battery. To install the battery, follow the sequence as shown in the figure below. Remote controller gives users access to their enterainment features without a system bootup.

  • Page 39: How To Use Remote Controller (Option)

    W511 Series User’s Manual Basic Functions Item Descriptions Repeat/Shuffle the music playlist. Repeat/Shuffle Power off the Instant Multimedia PowerOff Select available subtitle. Subtitle Player. InstMusic Power on Music Mode DVD’s main menu. DVD Menu InstPhoto Power on to Photo Mode Select available Languages.

  • Page 40: Chapter 5 Personalize Your W511 Series Notebook Computer

    Personalize Your W511 Series Notebook Computer Chapter 5 Personalize Your W511 Series Notebook Computer W511 series notebook computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configurations, to help you customize the performance of W511 series notebook computer.

  • Page 41: Using The Xpress Recovery Utility

    2. Press <F2> during startup, select “Boot” setup menu and set boot from CD-ROM. Save and exit the BIOS setup. Place W511 Series Utility Driver CD into optical disc drive. When “CD-ROM:” appears at the bottom of the screen, press any...

  • Page 42: Bios Setup

    5.2 BIOS Setup Utility, you’ll be greeted by this screen below: Your W511 series notebook computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use your notebook computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program to change system configura-...
  • Page 43 W511 Series User’s Manual On the BIOS Setup program, you will find the following parts on the screen: Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings.
  • Page 44 field and use the <Tab>, <Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from Sub-menu one field or back to another. You can also change the system time This page shows the basic information about your W511 Notebook from your operating system. Computer.
  • Page 45 W511 Series User’s Manual • System Memory Security Setup Menu This field reports the amount of base (or conventional) memory found by the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST). Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Info Main Security Boot Exit • Extended Memory This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS...
  • Page 46 Personalize Your W511 Series Notebook Computer word with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for Using the Boot Setup confirmation. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility • Set User Password Info Main Security Boot Exit This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set. Enter the user password when boot the system or resume from suspend Item Specific Help...
  • Page 47 W511 Series User’s Manual • Save Changes How to Exit the Setup Program Saves Setup data to CMOS. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility • Battery Refresh Info Main Security Boot Exit Conditions the battery so that the battery can be fully charged.

  • Page 48: How To Upgrade The Bios

    BIOS with new settings. To upgrade the BIOS on Windows: 1. Please go to Gigabyte website at http://www.gigabyte.com.tw (Home > Support > Notebook > BIOS > BIOS of W511) to down- load  BIOS upgrade tool (Phoenix WinPhlash) and ...

  • Page 49: System Upgrade

    W511 Series User’s Manual 5.4 System Upgrade 5. Click OK to start running the flash program. You can upgrade your memory size to your system for specific requirements. This section provides an easy step to upgrade your system. Your notebook computer offers two memory slots using 200-pin SO- 6.
  • Page 50 Personalize Your W511 Series Notebook Computer 5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Upgrade Hard Disk Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. Your notebook computer offers one 2.5” format, 9.5mm height hard •...

  • Page 51: Protecting Your W511 Series Notebook Computer

    5.5 Protecting Yout W511 Series Notebook Computer Set the boot device as optical disk drive (CD, DVD...) and Primary W511 Notebook Computer offers both hardware and software locks Master as Auto on BIOS setup menu. Please refer to Chapter 5 security features to protect it.

  • Page 52: Chapter 6 Connecting To Peripherals

    Connecting to Peripherals Chapter 6 Connecting to Peripherals This chapter describes how to connect peripheral devices to your W511 series notebook computer with step-by-step instructions.

  • Page 53: Using Usb Port

    W511 Series User’s Manual 6.1 Using USB Port 6.2 Consumer Infrared Lens USB port allows multiple devices to run simultaneously on a com- Consumer Infrared Lens for medium-range InfraRed control. It can puter, with peripherals such as floppy drive, mouse, digital cameras, links the notebook to an optional remote controller.

  • Page 54: Port Replicator Connector

    Connecting to Peripherals 6.3 Port Replicator Connector Port Replicator Connector allows you to connect an external port replicator devices (option). This ecxternal device is an easy one-step connectivity solution wether at home or the office. 1. DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continu- ous power to your Port Replicator.
  • Page 55 W511 Series User’s Manual 4. Serial Port supports data transfer rates at 10 Mbps and can be up to 100 The serial port, or COM port, allows you to connect serial Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ether- devices, such as printers or scanners.

  • Page 56: Connecting An External Monitor Port

    6.4 Connecting an Exteranl Monitor Port 6.5 Connecting to S-Video Port 1. Turn off your W511 series notebook computer and make sure The S-video port allows you to output to a television or display devices the monitor power switch is turned off.

  • Page 57: Using The Lan Port

    W511 Series User’s Manual 6.6 Using the LAN Port 6.7 Using the Modem Port 1. Locate the twisted-pair cable in the accessories box in The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector. notebook shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-45 connector.

  • Page 58: Ieee 1394 Port

    Connecting to Peripherals 6.8 IEEE 1394 Port 6.9 PC Card Slot With built-in IEEE 1394 port, your notebook computer enables the There is one PC Card slot found on the right side of the computer. peripheral devices in transmitting digital video data or data backup. These credit-card-sized Cards enhance the performance of the com- The Windows system will automatically recognize it in installing a puter.
  • Page 59 W511 Series User’s Manual Ejecting PC Cards 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 60: Chapter 7 Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Chapter 7 Cleaning and Maintance Your notebook computer is valuable investment that you need to take care of. This chapter helps you to learn tips about how to take care of your notebook computer.

  • Page 61: Taking Care Of Your W511 Series Notebook Computer

    W511 Series User’s Manual 7.1 Taking Care of Your W511 Series Notebook Com- 7.2 Cleaning and Maintenance puter When cleaning W511 series notebook computer, follow these steps: • The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence 1. Power off your notebook computer and remove the battery your notebook computer can be protected from overheating.

  • Page 62: Traveling With W511 Series Notebook Computer

    Cleaning and Maintenance 7.3 Traveling with W511 Series Notebook Computer For safety and convenience when traveling, please follow these instructions: • Backup all needed files on your hard disk before traveling. • Recharge your battery overnight to ensure full battery power before you leave.

  • Page 63: Chapter 8 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 W511 notebook computer. Do not attempt to open notebook computer by yourself. Contact your...

  • Page 64: Frequently Asked Questions

    Troubleshooting 8.1 Frequently Asked Questions   Nothing appears on the screen. I press the power switch, but my notebook computer does not start Power management system automatically blanks the screen to or boot-up. save power. Press any key to turn the display back on. Look at the Power indicator: ...
  • Page 65 W511 Series User’s Manual  1. Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click on No audio from my computer. the Modems icon. Check the following: 2. Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your 1. If you are running on battery power, it may be low and location.

  • Page 66: Appendix A System Information

    Appendix A System Information This appendix gives information on technical and hardware speci- fications of W511 series notebook computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your notebook computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual.
  • Page 67 W511 Series User’s Manual Microprocessor • ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON™ X700 with 128 MB of Video • Intel® new generation 90NM Dothan Proessor 1.60~2.13 GHz memory for W511A or higher with FSB 533 MHz • Simulataneous LCD and CRT display support •...
  • Page 68 PPENDIX A -System Information • One VGA port • One speaker/headphone-out jack (3.5mm mini jack) • One Audio line-in jack (3.5mm mini jack) • One microphone-in jack (3.5mm mini jack) • One Consumer Infrared lens • One S-video port • Three USB 2.0 ports •...

  • Page 69: Appendix B World Wide Service

    W511 Series User’s Manual Appendix B Service Center This appendix gives information about world wide service of your W511 series notebook computer.
  • Page 70 PPENDIX B -Service Centers How to submit a question? Taiwan ( Headquarters ) GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products. Address: No.6, Bau Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien, Taipei 231, Taiwan Non-technical Sales and marketing issues TEL: +886 (2) 8912-4888 FAX: +886 (2) 8912-4004 WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.de/...
  • Page 71 W511 Series User’s Manual WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.com.cn/ Australia GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY PTY. LTD. Chengdu TEL: +86-28-85236930 TEL: +61 3 85616288 FAX: +86-28-85256822 FAX: +61 3 85616222 WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.com.cn/ Wuhan How to submit a question? TEL: +86-27-87851061 Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products.
  • Page 72 Co., Ltd. in CZECH REPUBLIC Add: 47 allee des impressionnistes , immeuble Gauguin- 93420 Vil- lepinte (France) How to submit a question? Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products. How to submit a question? Non-technical Sales and marketing issues Technical Issues about using GIGABYTE products.

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