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- Page 2 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved GIGABYTE Q2542 Series Notebooks User’s Manual Date Issued: 2012/05 This manual takes you, step by step, through setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without prior notice.
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Page 3: General Safety Precautions
GIGABYTE service agent,in order to CAUTION: make sure that the correct part is recommended. -
Page 4: Travel Tips
● Notebooks and hard drives can pass through X-Ray machines but GIGABYTE Authorized Service Centre. never allow these to pass through a metal detector. This can cause data loss to the hard drive. -
Page 5: Usage Tips
Usage Tips ● When unplugging the power connector from the notebook, please Keyboard: hold and pull on the connector or the strain relief loop to disconnect. ● It is advisable to use a can of compressed air to clean debris that Do not pull the power cord itself as this can cause damage to the maybe caught underneath the keys. -
Page 6: Warranty Guidelines
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Warranty Guidelines All warranty repairs and service must be carried out by a GIGABYTE Warranty Limitations : Authorized Repair Centre. The GIGABYTE Limited Warranty does not cover the following. ● Software, including the operating system and applications supplied GIGABYTE Limited Warranty with the product. This also includes third party software that may be installed after purchase. -
Page 7: Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Notices For CB: RF Exposure: ● Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with type may explode, leak or damage the computer. provided instructions and must not be co-located or operating in ● Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and ● Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. - Page 8 Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) ● The symbol above must be attached to the product indicating compliance with the BSMI standard. ● Most Notebook are classified by the Bureau of Standards, Meteorology and Inspection (BSMI) as Class B information technology equipment (ITE). ● Caution: Suggest to operate under 35˚C KCC Notice : ● “B” class equipment (telecommunications equipment for household purpose) ●...
- Page 10 Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL VIII Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE notebook computer. This portable notebook computer provides excellent multimedia functionality and is designed to provide you reliable, no fuss computing. This manual will explain to you, step by step, how to setup and begin using your Q2542.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Content General Safety Precautions............... I Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery Travel Tips ..................II 3.1 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery ..........18 Usage Tips ..................III 3.2 Function Smart ...............19 Cleaning Tips...................III Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Warranty Guidelines ................IV 4.1 Identifying the Problem ............22 Regulatory Notices ................V... -
Page 12: Chapter 1 Before You Start
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 1 Before You Start This chapter provides basic information to help you get started and to use the Q2542 notebook. Some of the features described herein may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system. Any change to the operating system may cause improper function. -
Page 13: Make Sure You Have Everything
● GIGABYTE Notebook Computer screen closed without the need for a latch. ● Lithium-Ion Battery ● When closing it, be sure not to slam the display shut as this can ● AC Adapter with Power Cord... -
Page 14: Top View
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 1.3 Top View The following is an overview of the front of the notebook. Media Keys control various functions/operations for the Notebook, including enable or disable the wireless network connection, enable or disable speakers, play or pause the current multimedia Multimedia Keys track, stop the current multimedia track, skip back (Optional) -
Page 15: Left View
1.4 Leftt View The following is a brief description of the left side of the notebook. NO. Item Function The DC in JACK port allows you to plug in the AC adapter to power your notebook and charge the DC in Jack internal Lithium-Ion battery. Only use certified AC adaptors. T h e L A N p o r t i s d e s i g n e d t o s u p p o r t a LAN (RJ-45) Port 10/100/1000 Base-T standard RJ-45 plug. -
Page 16: Right View
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 1.5 Right View The following is a brief description of the right side of the notebook. NO. Item Function Headphone The headphone jack allows you to connect Jack headphones or external speakers and amplifiers. The microphone jack allows you to connect an Microphone Jack external microphone. -
Page 17: Bottom View
1.6 Bottom View The following is an overview of the bottom of the notebook. NO. Item Function The battery bay contains the internal Lithium- Ion battery. It can be unlatched for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of Battery Bay time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium-Ion battery, and latched in place... -
Page 18: Chapter 2 Getting Started
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the Q2542 and familiarizes you with the notebook. Certain parts of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed. -
Page 19: Power Sources
2.1 Power Sources Your computer has two types of power sources: a Lithium-Ion battery It is recommended that only the AC adapter supplied with the Q2542 is and an AC adapter. used. Any other adapter could cause damage or malfunction and might result in injury. -
Page 20: Battery Maintenance Guidance
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.2 Battery Maintenance Guidance Before you use your notebook on the road, you will have to charge the ● Rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries have a limited life and will battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the notebook gradually lose their capacity to hold a charge. - Page 21 Once your notebook goes into suspend mode as a result of a dead Charging battery, you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a The Lithium-Ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter. To source of power either from an adapter or a charged battery. Once you recharge the battery, make sure the battery is installed and the notebook have provided power, you can press the Suspend/ Resume button to is connected to the AC adapter.
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Page 22: Starting Your Notebook
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.3 Starting Your Notebook ● Do not expose a battery to temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F). Suspend / Power on Button ● Keep the battery away from children. The suspend/power on switch is used to switch on your notebook from ● Avoid exposing the battery to excessive shock or vibration. its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the ● Do not use a damaged battery. -
Page 23: Status Indicators
2.4 Status Indicators The status indicator lights correspond to specific operating modes. NO. Symbol Item Function These modes are: Power on/ Suspend status, Battery/AC Adapter Power On/ This light illuminates when the computer is status, Hard Drive Activity (HDD), Wireless transmission activity, Caps Suspend Status powered on, and flashes when the computer Lock, and Num Lock. -
Page 24: Using Function Keys
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.5 Using Function Keys Your computer has 16 function keys. The functions assigned to these ● [FN+↓]: Play or Pauses the current/selected multimedia track. keys differ for each application. The [FN] key provides extended ● [FN+←]: Skip Back to the previous multimedia track. functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with ● [FN+→]: Skip Forward to the next multimedia track. -
Page 25: Using The Touchpad
2.6 Using the Touchpad A touchpad pointing device comes built into your computer. It is used to ● Double-Clicking : control the movement of the pointer to select items on your desktop and Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. -
Page 26: Memory Module Upgrade
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.7 Memory Module Upgrade To increase your notebook's memory capacity (up to 8 GB maximum), CAUTION: additional memory modules may be installed. The memory upgrade The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. Do not remove any remove from your notebook PC. -
Page 28: Chapter 3 Gigabyte Smart Recovery
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 3 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery... - Page 29 CAUTION: drive of the Q2542 has a hidden partition that contains a full backup Please be noted that the GIGABYTE Smart Recovery interface, image of the operating system that can be used to recover the system in icons, utilities and software versions may vary based on the the event that something happens to the operating system.
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Page 30: Function Smart
3.2 Function Smart ● Outdoor Contrast: Function Smart menu provides intuitive interface that users can easily Sitting outside under the sunlight makes the screen hard to read. activate the functions by pressing hot keys. At this time, you need Outdoor Contrast setting to adjust the screen color for easier text reading. -
Page 32: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Most problems can be resolved quickly, simply and easily and are not always a system problem. Should you encounter a problem that is not yet or differently listed, please consult the GIGABYTE website or call your unit supplier for assistance. For website assistance go to the Support section of www.gigabyte.com for telephonic assistance please call the supplier of your unit or take the unit to the supplier directly for assistance. -
Page 33: Identifying The Problem
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. (5) Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it on. (6) Go through the boot sequence. 4.2 GIGABYTE Service Information (7) If the problem has not been resolved, contact your support representative. More service information please link to GIGABYTE official website:... -
Page 34: Appendix
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Page 35: Q2542 Specifications
Q2542 Specifications Specifications Model Q2542C Q2542N Intel ® Core™ i3 / i5 / i7 Processor(Ivy Bridge) Intel ® Core™ i3 / i5 / i7 Processor(Ivy Bridge) ● Genuine Windows ® 7 Home Premium ● Genuine Windows ® 7 Home Premium ® ® ● Genuine Windows 7 Professional ● Genuine Windows... -
Page 36: International Country Voltage
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL International Country Voltage Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Afghanistan 240V 50 Hz Brazil 127V / 220 V 60 Hz Albania 220V 50 Hz Brunei 240V 50 Hz Algeria 230V 50 Hz Bulgaria 230V 50 Hz American Samoa 120V 60 Hz... - Page 37 Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Djibouti 220V 50 Hz Guam 110V 60 Hz Dominica 230V 50 Hz Guatemala 120V 60 Hz Dominican Republic 110V 60 Hz Guinea 220V 50 Hz East Timor 220V 50 Hz Guinea-Bissau 220V 50 Hz Ecuador 120V 60 Hz...
- Page 38 Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Laos 230V 50 Hz Montserrat (Leeward Is.) 230V 60 Hz Latvia 220V 50 Hz Morocco 127V / 220 V 50 Hz Lebanon 240V 50 Hz Mozambique 220V 50 Hz Lesotho 220V 50 Hz Myanmar/Burma...
- Page 39 Region Voltage Frequency Region Voltage Frequency Réunion 220V 50 Hz Tajikistan 220V 50 Hz 230V Tanzania 230V 50 Hz Romania 50 Hz (formerly 220V) Thailand 220V 50 Hz Russian Federation 220V 50 Hz Togo 220V 50 Hz Rwanda 230V 50 Hz Tonga 240V 50 Hz...
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Page 40: Plug Type
Q2542 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Plug Type Country Plug Type Plug Picture Connector Type Connector Picture LP-30B LS15 Canada Japan LP-54 LS15 Taiwan LP-53 LS15 China PC-323 LS15 Korea LP-E04 LS15 England LP-60L LS15 Singapore PE-364 LS15 South Africa PE-361 LS15... - Page 41 Australia LP-23A LS15 Germany France Sweden Finland LS15 LP-33 Norway Belgium Netherlands Austria Switzerland LP-37 LS15 Denmark LP-38 LS15 Italy PE-336 LS15...