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  • Page 3 Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
  • Page 4: Fcc Statement

    Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) 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 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
  • Page 6: Instructions For Care And Operation

    Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy...
  • Page 7 Preface Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.
  • Page 8: Power Safety

    Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, Power Safety uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult Warning your service representative or local power company.
  • Page 9: Battery Precautions

    Preface Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer. • Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.
  • Page 10: Cleaning

    Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock.
  • Page 11: Travel Considerations

    Preface Travel Considerations Packing As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
  • Page 12 Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, keep these points in mind: Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very common.
  • Page 13 Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints.
  • Page 14 Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. • Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. •...
  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Notice .................I System Map: Left View ..........1-10 FCC Statement .............II System Map: Right View ..........1-11 Instructions for Care and Operation ......IV System Map: Bottom View ..........1-12 Power Safety .............. VI Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel ....1-13 Battery Precautions ...........VII Video Features .............1-14 Cleaning ..............
  • Page 16 Preface Adding a Printer ............2-13 Drivers & Utilities USB Printer ...............2-13 What to Install ..............4-1 Install Instructions: ...........2-13 Module Driver Installation ..........4-1 Parallel Printer ............2-13 Service Packs ...............4-3 Authorized Driver Message .........4-4 Power Management Version Conflict Message ...........4-4 Overview ................3-1 Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ....4-4 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ....3-1 Driver Installation ............4-5...
  • Page 17 Preface Bluetooth ..............4-11 Boot Menu ..............5-12 TV Tuner ..............4-11 Exit Menu ..............5-13 BIOS Utilities Upgrading The Computer Overview ................5-1 Overview ................6-1 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ........5-2 When Not to Upgrade ..........6-2 Failing the POST ............5-3 Removing the Battery ............6-3 Fatal Errors ..............5-3 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) .........6-4 Non-Fatal Errors ............5-3...
  • Page 18 Preface AverMedia Mini-PCI TV Tuner Module ....7-15 Mini-IEEE 1394a Ports ..........A-3 Installing the AverTV Utility Software ....7-15 RJ-11 Phone Jack ............A-4 Installing the Cyberlink Power DVD Software ..7-15 RJ-45 LAN Jack ............A-4 Digital TV Broadcast Signal ........7-16 S/PDIF-Out Jack ............A-4 Security Lock Slot ............A-4 Troubleshooting Serial Port ..............A-4...
  • Page 19 Preface Specifications Processor Types ............C-2 Core Logic ..............C-2 LCD ................C-2 Security ................. C-2 Memory ................. C-2 BIOS ................C-2 Video Card Options ............C-3 Storage Options ............C-3 Audio ................C-3 Keyboard & Pointing Device ........C-3 PCMCIA ...............
  • Page 20 Preface XVIII...
  • Page 21: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: •...
  • Page 22: Advanced Users

    Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 “Upgrading The Computer”...
  • Page 23: System Software

    Quick Start Guide System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find this manual refers to the following oper- ating systems: •...
  • Page 24: System Startup

    Quick Start Guide System Startup Remove all packing materials. Place the computer on a stable surface. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
  • Page 25: System Map: Top View With Lcd Panel Open

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open Optional Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device Operation Aboard LED Power & Aircraft Communication The use of any portable Indicators electronic transmission Speakers devices aboard aircraft AP-Key Buttons & usually prohibited.
  • Page 26: Led Indicators

    Quick Start Guide LED Indicators Table 1 - 2 - LED Power & Communication Indicators The two sets of LED indicators (LED Status Indica- tors and LED Power & Communication Indicators) Icon Color Description on the computer display helpful information about the Orange DC Power is Plugged In current status of the computer.
  • Page 27: Ap-Key Buttons

    Quick Start Guide AP-Key Buttons 3D Ap-Key Button These buttons power on/off the optional PC Camera Use this button to enable/disable high performance and Bluetooth modules, access the internet and e-mail, video when powered by the AC/DC adapter (the 3D and enable/disable high performance video.
  • Page 28 Quick Start Guide Table 1 - 4 - Function Keys Figure 1 - 3 - Keyboard Keys Description Function Key Fn + F1 TouchPad Toggle Function Keys SRS WOW Surround Fn + F2 Sound Toggle Num Lk & Scr Lk Keys Numeric Fn + F3 Mute Toggle...
  • Page 29: System Map: Front & Rear Views

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 4 Front & Rear Views LCD Latches Consumer Infrared Transceiver 7-Pin S-Video-Out Overheating Jack DVI-Out Port To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan intake(s) DC-In Jack while the computer is in use.
  • Page 30: System Map: Left View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 5 Left View S/PDIF-Out Jack Line-In Jack (see page Microphone-In Jack Headphone-Out Jack Optical Device Drive Bay (for CD/DVD Device) Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double-click System > Hardware (tab), click Device Manager, then click CD Emergency Eject the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives.
  • Page 31: System Map: Right View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Right View Figure 1 - 6 - Right View PC Card Slot Mini-IEEE 1394a Port 3 * USB 2.0 Ports TV Antenna Jack 4-in-1 Card Reader Infrared Transceiver 4-in-1 Card Reader (see page RJ-45 LAN Jack The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats: MMC (MultiMedia Card) / SD (Secure Digital) / MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro Enabled with Optional Mini-PCI TV...
  • Page 32: System Map: Bottom View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Bottom View Figure 1 - 7 - Bottom View Battery Battery Release Latch CD/DVD Device Release Latch Hard Disk Bay Cover Vent/Fan Intake Sub Woofer Component Bay Cover Speakers The CPU is not a user serviceable part. Opening this compartment, or accessing the CPU in any way, may vi- olate your warranty.
  • Page 33: Windows Xp Start Menu & Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows XP are accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop.
  • Page 34: Video Features

    Quick Start Guide Video Features This computer features an NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface (SLI) that improves graphic quality and perfor- mance by combining dual NVIDIA GPUs in a single system to allow the two graphics cards to run in parallel. You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Properties control panel in Windows as long as the appropriate video driver is installed.
  • Page 35 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 - 9 - Display Properties Desktop Display Mode Description Single One of the connected displays is used as the display device Table 1 - 5 Display Clone* Both connected displays output the same view Options Dualview* Both connected displays are treated as separate devices, and act as a virtual desktop *Note: SLI Multi-GPU supports only single display mode (disable SLI Multi-GPU before switching to...
  • Page 36: Power Management Features

    Quick Start Guide Power Management Features The Power Options control panel in Windows (see page 13) allows you to configure power management features for your computer. You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk (by means of Power Schemes), or you may use either Stand by or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system (enable Hibernate support from the control panel as pictured in Figure 1 - 10).
  • Page 37: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer: • Hard Disk Drive • Optical Device • 4-in-1 Card Reader •...
  • Page 38: Hard Disk Drive

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk can be Power Safety taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA II) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm.
  • Page 39: Optical Device

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Optical Device There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de- Sound Volume vice will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage Options” on page C - Adjustment 3).
  • Page 40: Handling Cds Or Dvds

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Handling CDs or DVDs Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be CD Emergency Eject accessed.
  • Page 41: Dvd Regional Codes

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on page 1 - DVD Regional Coding Table 2 - 1 Region Geographical Location DVD Regional Coding USA, Canada Western Europe, Japan, South Africa, Middle East &...
  • Page 42: 4-In-1 Card Reader

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer 4-in-1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the Card Reader Cover card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device. Make sure you keep the •...
  • Page 43: Pc Card Slot

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer PC Card Slot The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for one type II PC Card. Inserting and Removing PC Cards • Align the PC Card with the slot and push it in until it locks into place. •...
  • Page 44: Auto Mail Checker

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Auto Mail Checker After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail Checker program (see “Auto- Mail Checker” on page 4 - 11) you may then configure it to give you notification when you receive new mail. You must be online to receive this notification (note that this program only supports the POP3 protocol), and your default mail program does not need to be open.
  • Page 45 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer You may then configure the options for your mailserver, name, password, program and method(s) of notification. Note Check with your Internet Service Provider, net- work administrator or Mail Service provider for details on what to put on these pages.
  • Page 46: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to Mouse Driver your computer through one of the USB ports. The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse.
  • Page 47: Audio Features

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and Audio Sound Volume Devices Windows control panel (see Figure 1 - 8 on page 1 - 13), or from the Adjustment Sound Manager icon in the taskbar/control panel (this will bring up the AC97...
  • Page 48: Configuring The Infrared Settings For Fir

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR To configure your computer’s infrared port (on the right of the computer) for Far In- Infrared frared (FIR) communication follow these steps: Communication Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or just click Start > Control The infrared transceiver Panel).
  • Page 49: Adding A Printer

    Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer Adding a Printer The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions will Parallel Printer help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for specific instructions and configuration options.
  • Page 50 Storage Devices, Mouse, Audio & Printer 2 - 14...
  • Page 51: Power Management

    Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management Overview OS Note Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer uses the ACPI functions will vary slight- power management system. Power management conserves power by controlling in- ly depending on your dividual components of the computer (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole operating system.
  • Page 52: The Power Sources

    Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack. Power Button as Stand by or AC/DC Adapter Hibernate Button Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ If you are using a fully DC adapter will damage the computer and its components (see page ACPI-compliant...
  • Page 53: Turning On The Computer

    Power Management Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- Shutdown er button on the front panel. Note that you should al- When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ ways shut your comput- er down by choosing the Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and...
  • Page 54: Power Schemes

    Power Management Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components by Resuming means of Power Schemes. You can also adjust the settings for each scheme to set Operation the monitor to turn off after a specified time, and the computer's hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a specified period of time (if Press a key on the key- the system reads or writes data, the hard disk motor will be turned back on).
  • Page 55 Power Management Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experienc- ing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power). Choose the Home/Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the com- puter is powered from an AC power source.
  • Page 56: System Power Options

    Power Management System Power Options You can use the system power options to stop the computer’s operation and restart where you left off. This system features Stand by and Hibernate sleep mode levels (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - Hibernate Mode vs.
  • Page 57: Stand By

    Power Management Stand by Stand by saves the least amount of power, but takes the shortest time to return to full operation. During Stand by the hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is made to idle System Resume at its slowest speed.
  • Page 58: Configuring The Power Button

    Power Management Configuring the Power Button The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Stand by or Hiber- nate mode. In Stand by mode, the LED will blink green. In Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving mode set to save power through individual components (e.g.
  • Page 59: Battery Information

    Power Management Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery New Battery Warning Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery FAQ” When the battery is criti- on page 3 - 12 for instructions on how to do this).
  • Page 60: Recharging The Battery With The Ac/Dc Adapter

    Power Management Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days. Conserving Battery Power We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re- move the battery for any reason see “Removing the Battery”...
  • Page 61: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack

    Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects (e.g.
  • Page 62: Battery Faq

    Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Don’t Caution turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that indicates the Danger of explosion if battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut battery is incorrectly re-...
  • Page 63: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities What to Install This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utili- ties essential to the operation or improvement of some The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD- of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes ad- ROM contains the drivers and utilities necessary for vantage of some newer hardware components for the proper operation of the computer.
  • Page 64 Drivers & Utilities Navigate (Browse..) to D: You will notice that many of the instructions for driver installation require you to “Navigate (Browse) to D:”. We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to “Drive D:”.
  • Page 65: Service Packs

    Drivers & Utilities Service Packs Check the warnings on the following pages regarding installation of the appropriate Service Pack for your Windows XP Service Pack 2 Windows OS. If you are unsure of the Service Pack currently installed see below. Make sure you have in- Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (or a Windows XP version which includes Service Pack 2) stalled the appropriate Service Pack before installing...
  • Page 66: Authorized Driver Message

    Drivers & Utilities Authorized Driver Message Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you receive a message telling you that the driver you If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it are installing is not authorized (Digital Signature Not may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do Found), just click Yes or Continue Anyway to ignore this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and the message and continue the installation procedure.
  • Page 67: Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM and the Notebook Driver Installation appli- cation will run automatically. If you want to install the driver manually see Page 4 - Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1 on page 4 - 6 (the drivers must be installed in this order) which is the same as that listed in the...
  • Page 68: Manual Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Windows XP (SP2) Driver Page Driver Page Chipset Page 4 - 7 PCMCIA Page 4 - 10 Page 4 - 7 Page 4 - 10 Video (VGA) AMD Processor Audio Page 4 - 8 AutoMail Checker Page 4 - 11 Modem Page 4 - 8 PC Camera Module...
  • Page 69: Windows Xp

    Drivers & Utilities Windows XP Chipset 1. Double-click Chipset. Driver Installation Procedure This section covers driver and utility installation in- Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate structions for Windows XP Home & Professional. In- (Browse..) to sert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual D:\Drivers\00CHIPSET\setup.exe and click CD-ROM and click the appropriate driver name from the NoteBook Driver Installation menu and follow...
  • Page 70: Audio

    Drivers & Utilities Audio Modem 1. Double-click Audio. 1. Double-click Modem. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse..) to (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\02AUDIO\setup.exe and click D:\Drivers\03MODEM\Setup.exe and click 2. Click Next. 2. Click OK > OK. 3.
  • Page 71: Lan

    Drivers & Utilities AP-Key Buttons 1. Double-click Lan. 1. Double-click AP-key. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse..) to (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\04LAN\SetupYukonWin.exe and D:\Drivers\05AP-Key\AKSETUP.exe and click OK. click OK. 2. Click Next. 2.
  • Page 72: Touchpad

    Drivers & Utilities TouchPad PCMCIA 1. Double-click Touchpad. 1. Double-click PCMCIA. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers (Browse...) to \07PCMCIA\setup.exe and click OK. D:\Drivers\06TOUCHPAD\setup.exe and 2. Click Next. click OK. 3.
  • Page 73: Automail Checker

    Drivers & Utilities AutoMail Checker PC Camera 1. Double-click AUTOMAIL. See the install procedure in “PC Camera Module” on page 7 - Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Wireless LAN (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\ 09AUTOMAIL\SETUP.EXE and click OK. See the appropriate install procedure for your WLAN 2.
  • Page 74 Drivers & Utilities 4 - 12...
  • Page 75: Bios Utilities

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Overview BIOS Settings Warning This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: Incorrect settings can cause your system to Diagnostics: The POST (Power-On Self Test) malfunction. To correct mistakes, return to Set- up and restore the Set- Configuration: The Setup utility up Defaults with <F9>.
  • Page 76: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST) Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST Screen POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). 1.BIOS information As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. If there 2.CPU type is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a system summary 3.Memory status...
  • Page 77: Failing The Post

    BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non- fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized service center as soon as possible.
  • Page 78: The Setup Program

    BIOS Utilities The Setup Program The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and manage ba- sic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration). Entering Setup To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt (Press F2 to Enter Setup) seen in Figure 5 - 1 on page 5 - 2 is usually present for a...
  • Page 79: Setup Screens

    BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five (5) menu headings. When you Setup menus select a heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each shown in this section are screen to make changes to Setup.
  • Page 80: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 - 2 Main Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Main Menu Item Specific Help System Time: [22:11:05] System Date: [12/30/2005] Primary Master [UJDA770 DVD/CDRW-(PM)] <Tab>, <Shift Tab>, or SATA Port 4 [FUJITSU MHT2060BH-(S4)] <Enter>...
  • Page 81: Primary Master/Sata Port 4 (Main Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Primary Master/SATA Port 4 (Main Menu) Pressing Enter here opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of hard disks and CD/DVD device(s) on the computer’s IDE Channels. Use the Auto (Type:) setting to have the items configured automatically for you. System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable.
  • Page 82: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Menu Main Advanced Advanced Security Power Boot Exit Item Specific Help Advanced Chipset Control I/O Device Configuration Reset Configuration Data: [No] Power on Boot Beep [Disabled] Battery Low Alarm Beep: [Enabled] Help Select Item...
  • Page 83: I/O Device Configuration (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities I/O Device Configuration (Advanced Menu) The sub-menus under this item allow you to enable/disable the Serial port A (Serial Mouse), and FIR (Infrared) transceiver. Reset Configuration Data (Advanced Menu) This item is set to No as default. You can change the setting to Yes if you have in- stalled a new add-on which has reconfigured the system, resulting in such a serious system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot.
  • Page 84: Security Menu

    BIOS Utilities Security Menu Figure 5 - 4 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Menu Main Advanced Security Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear Set Supervisor Password [Enter] Supervisor Password controls access to the Password on boot: [Disabled] setup utility.
  • Page 85: Password On Boot: (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Password on boot: (Security Menu) Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer. If “En- abled” is selected, only users who enter a correct password can boot the system (see Password Warning the warning in the sidebar). The default setting is “Disabled”. If you set a boot pass- word (Password on boot Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, then...
  • Page 86: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 - 5 Boot Menu Main Advanced Security Exit Boot Item Specific Help Boot priority order: IDE 7: FUJITSU MHT2060BH-(S4) Keys used to view or USB FDC: Y-E DATA USB-FDU-(USB 1.1 configure devices: IDE CD: UJDA770 DVD/CDRW-(PM) Up and Down arrows...
  • Page 87: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 6 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Exit Menu Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes [Enter] Exit System Setup and Exit Discarding Changes [Enter] save your changes to Load Setup Defaults [Enter] CMOS.
  • Page 88 BIOS Utilities 5 - 14...
  • Page 89: Upgrading The Computer

    Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps out- Warranty Warning lined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can con- tact your service representative for further help. Before you begin you will need: Please check with your service representative...
  • Page 90: When Not To Upgrade

    Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac- ing parts.You should not perform any of these upgrades if: Power Safety Warning Before you undertake • Your system is still under warranty or a service contract upgrade proce- •...
  • Page 91: Removing The Battery

    Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reasons Warranty Warning it is best to remove the battery. Please check with your Turn the computer off, turn it over and remove the battery. service representative Slide latch...
  • Page 92: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive(S)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) The hard disk drive(s) can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA II) HDD System Warning hard disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage Options” on page C - Follow your operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary New HDD’s are blank.
  • Page 93 Upgrading The Computer Slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Remove the hard disk assembly Remove screws and separate the bracket from the hard disk Reverse the process to install a new hard disk(s). Figure 6 - 3 HDD Removal Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) 6 - 5...
  • Page 94: Upgrading The System Memory (Ram)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO- DIMM) DDR type memory modules (see “Memory” on page C - 2). The total mem- ory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your com- puter.
  • Page 95 Upgrading The Computer Remove the bay cover Figure 6 - 5 Bay Cover Removal Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module’s connecting edge. Even the cleanest Gently pull the two release latches ( & on the sides of the memory socket in hands have oils which the direction indicated by the arrows in...
  • Page 96 Upgrading The Computer The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it. Figure 6 - 7 RAM Removal Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory socket.
  • Page 97: Upgrading The Optical (Cd/Dvd) Device(S)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device(s) Turn the computer off, turn it over and remove the battery. Slide the latch towards the unlock symbol and hold it in place. Slide the optical device out of the computer at point Figure 6 - 8 Removing the CD/ DVD Device(s)
  • Page 98: Removing The Video Card(S)

    Upgrading The Computer Removing the Video Card(s) Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery. Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Remove the bay cover Figure 6 - 9 Bay Cover Removal 6 - 10 Removing the Video Card(s)
  • Page 99 Upgrading The Computer Remove screws ( & Carefully (a cable is still connected) grip the plastic tag and lift the video card up. Disconnect cable , and lift the video card off the computer. Caution The heat sink, and video card area in general, contains parts which are subject to high tempera-...
  • Page 100 Upgrading The Computer 6 - 12...
  • Page 101: Modules

    Modules Chapter 7: Modules Overview This chapter contains the information on the various modules (some of which are optional) which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please contact your service representative. The chapter includes information on the following: •...
  • Page 102: Pc Camera Module

    Modules PC Camera Module If your purchase includes the optional PC Camera you will need to install the device PC Camera & TV driver for it as indicated on the following pages (make sure you install the drivers Tuner in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - If you have the optional TV Tuner included in...
  • Page 103: Pc Camera Audio Setup

    Modules PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Taking Still Pictures Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or click Control Panel) and click Con- You may take still pic- trol Panel, then double-click the Sounds &...
  • Page 104 Modules Figure 7 - 1 Audio Setup 7 - 4 PC Camera Module...
  • Page 105: Emamcap

    Modules EMAMCAP The EMAMCAP video viewer can capture video files to .avi format, and is useful for basic general purpose video viewing and testing (a number of commercially Pre-Allocating File available programs support advanced video capture features). Space You may pre-allocate Run the EMAMCAP program from the Start >...
  • Page 106 Modules Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the EMAMCAP program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting in the Lighting Selection options. Run the EMAMCAP program. Go to Options and scroll down to select “Video Capture Filter...”. Click Video Image (tab).
  • Page 107: The Wireless Lan & Bluetooth Modules

    Modules The Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Modules If your purchase option includes a Wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth module, follow Wireless Device the information on the following pages for instructions on installing the driver(s). Operation Aboard Pay careful attention to the warnings concerning the use of wireless modules aboard Aircraft aircraft, and the instructions on enabling/disabling power to the module(s).
  • Page 108: Mini-Pci Wireless Lan Module

    Modules Mini-PCI Wireless LAN Module Before installing the Wireless LAN driver, make sure that the WLAN module is on Wireless Device (the LED will be green). Operation Aboard Aircraft Use the WLAN module key combination Fn + F11 to toggle power to the WLAN module.
  • Page 109: Intel Wlan Driver Installation

    Modules Intel WLAN Driver Installation 1. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Intel PROSet/ Wireless CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive. User Guide 2. Click Install Software (button). You can view the User 3. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > OK. Guides by inserting the 4.
  • Page 110: Msi 6833B Wlan Driver Installation

    Modules MSI 6833B WLAN Driver Installation 1. Make sure the WLAN module is powered ON. 2. Insert the Wireless LAN CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive. 3. The program will run automatically. 4. Click Install Software (button). 5. Click Yes to accept the license agreement. 6.
  • Page 111 Modules WLAN Icon Figure 7 - 4 WLAN Utility The WLAN icon will change color to re- flect the network connection status: Signal Strength is Good Signal Strength is Normal Signal Strength is Weak Not Connected Yet Wireless Module Not Detected Mini-PCI Wireless LAN Module 7 - 11...
  • Page 112: Bluetooth Module

    Modules Bluetooth Module Before installing the Bluetooth driver, make sure that the optional Bluetooth mod- Wireless Device ule is on (the LED will be green). Use the Ap-key to toggle power to the Operation Aboard Bluetooth module. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Aircraft Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - The use of any portable...
  • Page 113 Modules User Guide View BlueSoleil User Guides from the Help Menu (or press the F1 key) in the IVT Cor- poration BlueSoleil - Main Window control panel. Click BlueSoleil User Guides in the Contents tab, and click to select the appropriate User Guide from the panel on the right.
  • Page 114: Mini-Pci Tv Tuner Module

    Modules Mini-PCI TV Tuner Module You may have one of two optional Mini-PCI TV Tuner modules supplied with your TV Tuner Remote computer, depending on your purchase configuration. The optional TV Tuner allows you to watch TV, play music CDs, video conference and capture still images and Point the remote at the video on your PC.
  • Page 115: Avermedia Mini-Pci Tv Tuner Module

    Modules AverMedia Mini-PCI TV Tuner Module If your purchase includes either of the AverMedia Mini-PCI TV Tuners, then install the driver and software as per the instructions below. User Manual Insert the TV Tuner Installing the AverTV Utility Software CD-ROM and double- 1.
  • Page 116: Digital Tv Broadcast Signal

    Modules Digital TV Broadcast Signal The antenna is the most crucial factor in receiving a clear Digital Terrestrial TV broadcast signal. The passive antenna provided should provide a clear signal when placed beside a window. If the signal is not clear then you can purchase an active antenna (it should also be placed beside a window) to improve the signal.
  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.
  • Page 118: Basic Hints And Tips

    Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap- pears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, make sure it is actually working.
  • Page 119: Backup And General Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wal- let.
  • Page 120: Viruses

    Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the defini- tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.
  • Page 121: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing.
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting • Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found; Example - if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports, and a number of programs running, then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem.
  • Page 123: Problems & Possible Solutions

    Troubleshooting Problems & Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned the power on Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the battery is present and but it doesn’t work. seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way). Make sure there’s nothing interfering with the battery contacts.
  • Page 124 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the vents/fan intakes are not blocked. If this hot. doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating”...
  • Page 125 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution forget boot If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS. Contact your password. service representative for help. Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password. The consequences of this could be serious. If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk.
  • Page 126 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The TouchPad doesn’t The Touchpad has been disabled. Press the Touchpad toggle (Fn + F1) key combination (make work. sure you have installed the Touchpad driver. The system freezes or The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC/DC adapter, press a key on the the screen goes dark.
  • Page 127: Interface (Ports & Jacks)

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the ports & jacks which allow your computer to commu- nicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1...
  • Page 128: Ports And Jacks

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Ports and Jacks Item Description Built-In Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to record on your computer Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the following digital storage cards: MMC (MultiMedia Card) SD (Secure Digital) MS (Memory Stick) MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) Consumer Infrared...
  • Page 129: Headphone-Out Jack

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Headphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your system’s volume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack. Infrared (FIR) The FIR (far infrared) transceiver on the right of the computer allows the computer to Transceiver communicate with similarly equipped devices (see “Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR”...
  • Page 130: Rj-11 Phone Jack

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description RJ-11 Phone Jack This port connects to the built-in modem. You may plug the telephone line directly into this RJ-11 telephone connection. Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port. RJ-45 LAN Jack This port supports LAN (Network) functions.
  • Page 131: Tv Antenna Jack

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description TV Antenna Jack Use this jack to connect the TV antenna if you have included the optional Mini-PCI TV Tuner in your purchase. USB 2.0/1.1 Ports These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc.
  • Page 132 Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 6...
  • Page 133: Nvidia Video Driver Controls

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Appendix B: NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on page 1 - Video Card Options NVIDIA Video Driver Installation Note that card types, Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - specifications and driv- ers are subject to contin-...
  • Page 134: 3D Ap-Key Button

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls 3D Ap-Key Button The system will default to high performance video when powered by the AC/DC adapter (the 3D Ap-Key button will be illuminated in blue when in high perfor- mance video mode). If you switch from AC power to battery power the system will automatically change to a lower performance video mode setting (the 3D Ap-Key button will no longer be illuminated in blue).
  • Page 135: Nvidia Display Properties

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Display Properties More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Display Taskbar Icon Properties control panel tab. Click the NVIDIA task- Open the Display Properties (see page 14) control panel. bar icon then click Click Advanced (button).
  • Page 136: Additional Properties

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Additional Properties The items listed in the Additional Properties window allow you to configure your display(s). If the items do not display you can either click the Additional Properties button, or click the icon . Figure B - 3 Additional Properties Click pin icon to push pin in...
  • Page 137 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls You may make changes to the Display Settings, Color Correction, Video Overlay, Resolutions, Refresh Rates and Screen Rotation by clicking the appropriate tab and adjusting the setting. Help Menus Right-click on many of the items in the tabs to bring up the “What’s This?”...
  • Page 138: Nvidia Nview Desktop Manager

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager The nView Desktop Manager allows quick access to control panels for features such as Desktop Management, Profiles, Hot Keys etc. The Control panel may be ac- nView Desktop cessed as follows. Manger from Additional Properties Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or just click Control Panel).
  • Page 139 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Additional configuration controls and tools are available from the nView Desktop Manager. Figure B - 6 nView Desktop Manager Screen Examples Click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu NVIDIA Display Properties B - 7...
  • Page 140: Sli Multi Gpu

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls SLI Multi GPU This computer features an NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface (SLI) that improves Multi-GPU Display graphic quality and performance by combining dual NVIDIA GPUs in a single sys- Mode Support tem. SLI Multi GPU needs to be enabled/disabled from the SLI multi-GPU menu item.
  • Page 141: Display Devices

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Devices Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external monitor/flat panel display or Display Wizard TV as your display device. The following are the display options: Use the Display Wizard The built-in LCD. in the Desktop Man- An external monitor connected to the DVI-Out Port (may require DVI to VGA agement...
  • Page 142: Attaching Other Displays

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays If you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display, connect it to the DVI-Out Port at Function Key the rear of the computer. Combination Attach your external monitor to the DVI-Out Port (or TV to the S-Video-Out jack), and turn it on.
  • Page 143 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Select the display option from the Primary Display/ Secondary Display dropbox. If you have a TV and external monitor/flat panel display attached you will have a number of available options (see sidebar). Select and Apply the appropriate nView Display option.
  • Page 144: Display Modes

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Modes Single Display Mode Display Wizard Only one of your displays is used. Use the Display Wizard in the Desktop Man- Clone Mode agement window Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on the other quickly setup and con- display(s).
  • Page 145: To Enable Extended Desktop (Windows Display Properties

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop (Windows Display Properties) Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port and turn it on. Click Start, point to Settings (or click Control Panel) and click Control Panel (if Display Settings you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes).
  • Page 146: Enabling Tv Display

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Enabling TV Display To display desktop images on a TV, connect the TV to your computer by using an Detect Displays S-Video cable from the TV to the S-Video-Out jack at the rear of the computer. To get a full range of op- You will need to enable the TV display from the nView Display Settings tab (see tions from the Device...
  • Page 147 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Click the TV display icon to select it and set the TV format from the Select TV For- mat menu. The Advanced option at the bottom of the Select TV Format menu al- lows you to select TV format by country if you are unsure of your TV format. Device Adjustments (Device Settings menu) allows you to make changes to the TV output.
  • Page 148 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls B - 16...
  • Page 149: Specifications

    Specifications Appendix C: Specifications Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service center for details.
  • Page 150: Processor Types

    Specifications Feature Specification µ Processor Types Mobile AMD Turion™ 64 Processor (35W), 0.09) 0.09 Micron Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) 754-pin Micro-PGA Package Process Technology, 512KB L2 Cache Models ML-28/ ML-32 1.6GHz/ 1.8GHz µ Mobile AMD Turion™ 64 Processor (35W), 0.09) 0.09 Micron Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) 754-pin Micro-PGA Package Process Technology, 1MB L2 Cache Models ML-30/ ML-34/ ML-37/ ML-40/ ML-42/...
  • Page 151: Video Card Options

    Specifications Feature Specification Video Card NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 GTX Options Dual/Single NVIDIA G70-GTX High Performance Graphic Chip 512MB (Dual VGA) or 256MB (Single VGA) Video Card Options DDR-III (DDR3) Video RAM On Board Note that card types, specifications and driv- 256 bit Memory Interface ers are subject to continual updates and PCI Express * 8 by 2...
  • Page 152: Pcmcia

    Specifications Feature Specification PCMCIA One Type II PCMCIA 3.3V/5V Socket I/O Ports Five USB 2.0 Ports One RJ-11 Jack (Modem) One Mini-IEEE1394a Port One RJ-45 Giga LAN (Local Area Network) Jack One Serial Port One DC-In Jack One Infrared Transceiver (IrDA 1.1 / FIR) One 7-Pin S-Video-Out Jack for TV &...
  • Page 153: Power

    Specifications Feature Specification Operating Windows XP SP2 Systems Supported Power Supports ACPI 2.0 Supports Hibernate/Stand by Modes Management Power Full Range AC/DC Adapter – AC in 100 ~ 240V, 47 ~ 63Hz DC Output 20V, 11 A (220 Watts) Easy Changeable 12-Cell Smart Lithium-Ion 6600mAH / 14.8V Main Battery Environmental Temperature Relative Humidity...
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