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  • Page 1 LM7WV User Guide...
  • Page 2 otebook User Guide Copyright © 2006 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2006/06 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Fcc Information To User

    otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. Radio and television interference Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
  • Page 4 Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093) Information of the responsible party for a DoC product Product name: Notebook PC Model number: LM7WV Technical Support: Technical Support in the US: Address: 6FL., No.300 Yang Gunag St.,...
  • Page 5 otebook User Guide Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment 5.105 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements, Part 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.

  • Page 7: Optical Disk Drive Notice

    otebook User Guide Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
  • Page 8 otebook User Guide (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following European standards: EN 300 328 V.1.6.1 : 2004 EN 301 489-1-17 V.1.2.1: 2002 EN 50371: 2002 EN 60950: 2000 EN 55022: 1998+A1:2000+A2:2003 EN 55024: 1998+A1:2001+A2:2003...
  • Page 9 otebook User Guide Austria Limited to 5150 – 5250 MHz Belgium 5250 - 5350 MHz excluded Croatia Licence required 5150- Italy General authorization required if used outside 5350MHz own premises Latvia Limited to 5150 – 5300 MHz, Under Study Luxembourg None; General authorization required for public service Austria Not implemented;...

  • Page 10: About Your Notebook Computer

    otebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer ongratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry. Your new notebook computer not only drives today　 multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow　...

  • Page 11: About Your User Guide

    otebook User Guide About Your User Guide elcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your computer.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER........10 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE............... 11 INTRODUCTION................17 ..............18 EATURE IGHLIGHT ............20 NPACKING THE OMPUTER ............. 21 NSIDE OF THE OTEBOOK Notebook Status Icons ..............23 The Function of Easy Buttons ............25 ..........
  • Page 13 otebook User Guide Installing the Audio Device Driver..........43 Installing the Modem Device Driver ..........44 Installing ENE - Keyboard Controller driver ......44 Installing the Wireless LAN Device Driver ........45 Installing the LAN Device Driver..........45 ............ 46 URNING OFF OMPUTER USING YOUR NOTEBOOK ............
  • Page 14 otebook User Guide ..........70 UDIO OUND YSTEM EATURES ........ 71 ETTING UP THE UDIO RIVER ROPERTIES ..........71 INDOWS ULTIMEDIA ROGRAMS ..............72 ECORDING OUNDS Using an External Microphone ............ 75 Using the Built-in Combo Drive........... 75 ............76 LAYING UDIO AND OUND...
  • Page 15 otebook User Guide ................. 104 YSTEM PGRADE ..............104 EMORY PGRADE Installing Memory Module ............105 ..............106 PGRADE ..........107 IRELESS ODULE NSTALLATION CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK ..........109 ..........110 MPORTANT AFETY NSTRUCTIONS ............112 LEANING OMPUTER LCD Q ..........

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Introduction 1 Introduction our Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural traveling companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, entertainment, and professional applications.

  • Page 18: Feature Highlight

    otebook User Guide Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. Processing Unit • Your notebook runs on Intel® Celeron® M Yonah microprocessor that is integrated with 1MB L2 Cache.
  • Page 19 Introduction Graphic System Provides blazing graphics controller embedded in VIA VN800 chipset. PCMCIA Provides one PCMCIA slot that allows you to insert one Type II card. PCI Local Bus Architecture • 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and SATA hard disk drives.

  • Page 20: Unpacking The Computer

    otebook User Guide • System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer. Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents.

  • Page 21: The Inside Of The Notebook

    Introduction The Inside of the Notebook The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features. 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 2. Easy Buttons 3. 7. Built-in Stereo Speaker 4.
  • Page 22 otebook User Guide TFT color LCD with Widescreen 15.4” 1280x800 (Wide XGA) resolution panels. Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color) on either size panels. LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of the LCD. Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor.

  • Page 23: Notebook Status Icons

    Introduction • LED Indicators Keeps you informed of your notebook computer’s current power status and operating status. Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this section. • Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons. The two select buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions.
  • Page 24 otebook User Guide • Power Indicator Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed. Lights green when the system is powered on. Lights green blinking when the system is in Standby mode.

  • Page 25: The Function Of Easy Buttons

    Introduction • Scroll Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is activated. The Scroll Lock key has different functions depending on the software you are using. • Num Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is activated.

  • Page 26: The Front Side Of The Notebook

    otebook User Guide • Wireless LAN Button Push this button to activate or inactivate the Wireless LAN. When you activate the wireless LAN function, it will search the wireless LAN signal automatically if you had installed the driver. The Front Side of the Notebook 1.

  • Page 27: The Rear Side Of The Notebook

    Introduction The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices. Each port is described as followings. 1. USB 2.0 Ports 2. VGA Port 3.Kensington Lock Hole • USB 2.0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0- compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer.

  • Page 28: The Left Side Of The Notebook

    otebook User Guide The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 1. Modem Port 2. Optical Disk Drive 3. Headphone Jack 4. Microphone Jack • Modem Port A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed.

  • Page 29: The Right Side Of The Notebook

    Introduction Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.
  • Page 30 otebook User Guide 1. PCMCIA Slot 2. USB Ports 3. Air-Outlet Vent 4. DC Power Port 5. LAN Port Right Side Features • PCMCIA Slot Lets you connect various PC cards such as memory card Supports both 3V, 5V 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC cards. •...

  • Page 31: The Underside Of The Notebook

    Introduction • LAN Port An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN module connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN). The Underside of the Notebook The bottom of the notebook computer offers the following features. 1. Hard Disk Compartment 2.

  • Page 32: Notebook Accessories

    otebook User Guide • Battery Bay Equipped with a choice of Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. • Memory Compartment There are two SO-DIMM memory slots. One memory slot is empty for upgrade usage. • Battery Release Latch To release the battery, first locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side with unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack.

  • Page 33: 1.10 Notebook Options

    Introduction Battery Pack Aside from the AC adapter, your computer can also be powered through the internal battery pack. The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power management enabled. You should always leave the battery inside your computer even when using the AC adapter as it also acts as a back-up power supply in case power from the AC adapter is cut off.

  • Page 35: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started our Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook.

  • Page 36: Using The Battery Pack

    otebook User Guide Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable.

  • Page 37: Installing The Battery Pack

    Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack. Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack, slide the lock latch to the end of left side to unlock the battery lock latch (1), then slide the battery release latch to the end of right side to release the battery latch (2), and take out the battery pack with your finger (3) simultaneously.

  • Page 38: Extending Battery Life

    otebook User Guide When your notebook 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 lot of power by using the audio system, the PCMCIA slots, the hard disk drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Ac Power Source

    Getting Started Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto- switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.

  • Page 40: Starting Your Computer

    otebook User Guide For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Display Controls

    Getting Started After the test, the screen will also display a message "press <F2> to enter SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.

  • Page 42: Installing Windows Xp From Optical Disk Drive

    otebook User Guide first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not, follow the procedures below: NSTALLING INDOWS FROM PTICAL RIVE To install Windows XP directly from your optical disk drive, please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu.

  • Page 43: Installing The Vga Device Driver

    Getting Started Click “Yes” to accept the License Agreement . Click “Next” twice to start installation. Click “Next” to continue. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press “OK” to restart your system. VGA D NSTALLING THE EVICE RIVER...

  • Page 44: Installing The Modem Device Driver

    otebook User Guide Click “Next” to continue. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press “Finish” to restart your system. NSTALLING THE ODEM EVICE RIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the AC97 Modem driver: Installing Modem driver for Windows XP Click the Start button, then point to Run.

  • Page 45: Installing The Wireless Lan Device Driver

    Getting Started LAN D NSTALLING THE IRELESS EVICE RIVER LAN D NSTALLING THE IRELESS RIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Gemtek Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter driver: Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP Click the Start button and then click Run. The Run dialog box appears. Click Browse button and specify the directory as “E:\Drivers\WinXP\ Wireless Lan\ setup.exe”...

  • Page 46: Turning Off Your Computer

    otebook User Guide Turning off Your Computer If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system.

  • Page 47: Using Your Notebook

    Using Your Notebook Using Your Notebook his chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer.

  • Page 48: Starting Your Operating System

    otebook User Guide Starting Your Operating System The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows.
  • Page 49 Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 2. Control Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 4. Control Keys 5. Windows Shortcut Key 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard.
  • Page 50 otebook User Guide • Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: Start Menu key Displays the Start menu. Shortcut/Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want.

  • Page 51: Basic Keyboard Functions

    Using Your Notebook ASIC EYBOARD UNCTIONS Keypad Function Description <Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many text editing application programs, the <Enter> key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary typewriter does. <Esc> key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a command or function.

  • Page 52: Cursor Control Keys

    otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description <Ctrl> key. Known as the Control key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. <Alt> key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command.

  • Page 53: Screen Control Keys

    Using Your Notebook CREEN ONTROL Keypad Function Description <Home> key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line. <PgUp> key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time <PgDn> key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time <End>...

  • Page 54: Using The Touchpad Pointing Device

    otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously. To shut down or resume the built-in system speaker volume. Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally.
  • Page 55 Using Your Notebook functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button orientation.

  • Page 56: Configuring Your Screen Display

    otebook User Guide The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.

  • Page 57: Possible Display Configurations

    Using Your Notebook notebook computer model provides 15” 1024x768 XGA resolution panels. You would also probably want to set the amount of color output to display sharper images and photos. OSSIBLE ISPLAY ONFIGURATIONS The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT): Display Possible Resolution...

  • Page 58: Knowing The Power Saving Features

    otebook User Guide your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make sure to follow the configuration table above. If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver first as mentioned on Section 5 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual.

  • Page 59: Hibernation Mode

    Using Your Notebook of power indicator flashes. To resume your working again , you can press the power button to return your work to the screen where you left off. Hibernation Mode In Hibernation mode, all system devices are powered down and the contents of RAM are stored on your hard drive.

  • Page 60: How To Access The Optical Drive

    otebook User Guide before using. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting. Sometimes divided into two partitions, adding a Drive D. Since your computer supports different hard disk capacities (up to 80 GB), you also need to setup the disk type first on your computer’s BIOS SETUP program before formatting the disk drive.
  • Page 61 Using Your Notebook Place the disc on top of the CD tray with the label side facing up. Gently press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock.

  • Page 62: Using Pcmcia Cards

    otebook User Guide • Always pick up the CD by its edges. • Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the CD. • Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either side of the CD. •...

  • Page 63: Type Ii Cards

    Using Your Notebook Type II 5.0 mm Fax/Modem & Network Cards Type III 10.5 mm Hard Disks (ATA Cards) Type II Cards Type II card has a thickness of 5.0 millimeters (mm). Type II cards are often storage or communications devices such as Flash Memory, LAN, and Small Computer System Interface (SCSI).

  • Page 64: What Is Cardbus

    otebook User Guide The following table provides sample drive designations. Sample Drive Designations Drive letter Location/Device Internal hard disk Internal hard disk, 2nd partition CD/DVD/RW/Combo drive Slot 0, high-speed memory card Type III Cards Type III cards are thicker (10.5 mm) than Type II cards and allow no extensions.

  • Page 65: Removing Pc Cards

    Using Your Notebook Insert the side of PC card with the 68-pin socket into the PC slot. The face label of the card should also be facing up. When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer.

  • Page 66: Making Pc Cards Work

    otebook User Guide Then you can remove the inserted PC card, push the button found on the right side of the PC slot to release the eject button. Then push it again to release the PC card. When the PC card has moved out a space out of the slot, hold the edges of the card and slowly slide it out.

  • Page 67: Hot Swapping Pc Cards

    Using Your Notebook insert the driver CD provided by the PC card manufacturer into the combo drive and install to Windows system. You need to read the manual guide of the PC card on how to configure and operate the card. Some PC cards require additional system resources.

  • Page 69: Fun With Multimedia

    Fun with Multimedia Fun with Multimedia his chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use Combo drive in creating an exciting full multimedia presentation.

  • Page 70: Notebook Multimedia Features

    otebook User Guide Notebook Multimedia Features Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following: • Intel® Celeron® M Processor Yonah •...

  • Page 71: Setting Up The Audio Driver Properties

    Fun with Multimedia Setting up the Audio Driver Properties Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer, you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought your computer with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you.

  • Page 72: Recording Sounds

    otebook User Guide Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows: • Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files • Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback • Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer For more information on how to operate these multimedia components, run the program and click on the Help menu.
  • Page 73 Fun with Multimedia be played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system.
  • Page 74 otebook User Guide Click Properties in the Options main menu. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box. Figure 4-3 Audio Properties Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you will select the input device for the recording source.

  • Page 75: Using An External Microphone

    Fun with Multimedia Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control SING AN XTERNAL ICROPHONE Your computer allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording. The external microphone jack is found on the left side of your computer. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow the same procedure for recording voice.

  • Page 76: Playing Audio And Sound

    otebook User Guide Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player Select the starting point where you want to start recording. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button.

  • Page 77: Using The Windows Media Player

    Fun with Multimedia For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to your ear. SING THE INDOWS EDIA LAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 78: Using Dvd

    otebook User Guide Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player Using DVD DVD is the breakthrough in superb full-motion picture playback. One disc can contain at least 4.7GB of information, capable of holding one full-length movie with soundtracks, subtitles, and different languages. Much more, the DVD-ROM drive of your computer is backward compatible with CD-ROM drive so it allows you to use any CD as well.
  • Page 79 Fun with Multimedia You can use Windows Media Player to watch DVDs on your Notebook computer. Like a conventional DVD player, by using the Player, you can skip to specific titles and chapters, play sequences in slow motion, gain access to special features, and switch audio and caption languages.
  • Page 80 otebook User Guide Using Rewritable Optical Disk Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo or DVD+RW combo drive is a device that can write digital data to CD-R and CD-RW or DVD+R and DVD+RW media. With this device, you can backup your own data to CD-R or CD-RW disc for mass data storage and safely retaining.

  • Page 81: Connecting To Peripherals

    Connecting to Peripherals Connecting to Peripherals his chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter.

  • Page 82: Using The Usb Port

    otebook User Guide Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your notebook computer, and up to 127 devices can be attached.

  • Page 83: Using An External Monitor Port

    Connecting to Peripherals The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device while not in use. Using an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor.

  • Page 84: Using The External Audio System

    otebook User Guide If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only.

  • Page 85: Using The Lan Port

    Connecting to Peripherals Using the LAN Port This notebook comes with an internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps.

  • Page 86: Using The Wireless Lan

    otebook User Guide Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.
  • Page 87 Connecting to Peripherals Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-11 connector. Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem port. The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone lines.

  • Page 89: Customizing Your Notebook

    Customizing Your Notebook Customizing Your Notebook our computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs. This includes your system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. This information is then stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you change it again.

  • Page 90: Running The Bios Setup Program

    otebook User Guide Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program to change system configuration information, such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type.
  • Page 91 Customizing Your Notebook • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. •...

  • Page 92: Using The Main Menu Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Main Menu Setup P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: :07 :32] <Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, System Date:...
  • Page 93 Customizing Your Notebook • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>, <Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to another.

  • Page 94: Internal Hdd Sub-Menu

    otebook User Guide 6.2.1 I HDD S NTERNAL P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security Boot Exit IDE Channel 2 Master: [ST98823AS-(S1)] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto]...
  • Page 95 Customizing Your Notebook Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help IDE Channel 1 Master: [Philips CD-RW/DVD-ROM-(SM)] Type: [Auto] Auto = autotypes Hard- disk drive installed here. Multi-Sector Transfers: [Disabled] LBA Mode Control: [Disabled] 32 Bit I/O: [Disabled] Transfer Mode: [FPIO 4 / DMA 2] Ultra DMA Mode: [Mode 2]...

  • Page 96: Using The Advanced Cmos Setup

    otebook User Guide Using the Advanced CMOS Setup P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot-time Diagnostic Screen [Disabled] Summary Screen [Disabled]...

  • Page 97: Security Menu Setup

    Customizing Your Notebook • Display Device Selection [All items on this menu cannot be modified in user mode. If any item requires changes, please consult your system Supervisor.] • Local Bus IDE adapter Enable the integrated local bus IDE adapter •...
  • Page 98 otebook User Guide F1 Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Esc Exit --> Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit • Supervisor Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not. •...

  • Page 99: Using The Boot Setup

    Customizing Your Notebook Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security...

  • Page 100: How To Exit The Setup Program

    otebook User Guide How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. P h o e n i x B I O S S e t u p U t i l i t y Main Advanced Security...

  • Page 101: How To Upgrade The Bios

    Customizing Your Notebook • Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: Insert the BIOS Update diskette into the diskette drive.

  • Page 103: Using Options

    Using Options Using Options his chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. You can upgrade your system for specific requirements.

  • Page 104: System Upgrade

    otebook User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 256MB DDR2 SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer.

  • Page 105: Installing Memory Module

    Using Options NSTALLING EMORY ODULE Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDR2 SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB in the system, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs) with installed base memory in the system.

  • Page 106: Hard Disk Upgrade

    otebook User Guide Avoid touching the exposed components inside the system. Doing so may damage the system. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook.

  • Page 107: Wireless Module Installation

    Using Options Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully Remove the connector from the hard disk gently. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely.
  • Page 108 otebook User Guide Please contact dealer for adding or changing this module. Any damage that caused by inappropriately adding or changing this module will not be under warranty...

  • Page 109: Caring For Your Notebook

    Caring for Your Notebook Caring for Your Notebook our Notebook PC is a fully IBM compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. Lightweight and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, and professional applications, it is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.

  • Page 110: Important Safety Instructions

    otebook User Guide Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users. This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines.
  • Page 111 Caring for Your Notebook • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. •...

  • Page 112: Cleaning Your Computer

    otebook User Guide The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer. • An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s power supply.

  • Page 113: Maintaining The Lcd Quality

    Caring for Your Notebook Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a big part. After a good working session, the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover. But the display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiates heat;...

  • Page 114: Battery Care Guidelines

    otebook User Guide • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use the hard disk.

  • Page 115: When You Travel

    Caring for Your Notebook • You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months. To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh"...
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  • Page 117: Appendix A System Specification

    System Specification APPENDIX A System Specification his appendix gives information on the technical and hardware specifications of your computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual.

  • Page 118: Processor Unit

    otebook User Guide ROCESSOR • Intel® Celeron® M Processor Yonah • Above 1.46 GHz CPU • 1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor YSTEM EMORY • Two 200-pin memory slots • User-upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200-pin SODIMM 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB modules •...

  • Page 119: Storage

    System Specification TORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.5mm High SATA HDD Module; Bus Mastering, Ultra DMA ATA-150 Support for LBA Scheme • Enhanced IDE bootable DVD/CD-RW Combo drive module • Optional DVD Dual drive UDIO YSTEM • Full-duplex 16-bit stereo speaker with wavetable support •...

  • Page 120: Keyboard

    otebook User Guide EYBOARD • Full-sized 87-keys keyboard with Windows systems hot-keys, inverted T- cursor keys, 6 hot keys, 12 function keys, and embedded numeric keypad • Provides international language keyboard BIOS LASH 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O P ORTS •...

  • Page 121: Weight And Dimension

    System Specification EIGHT AND IMENSION • 357(W) x 271(D) x 26 ~ 42 (H) mm • Approximately 2.8 kg...
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