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- Page 1 Agora Netbook User Manual Edition Agora Agora Pro...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
About this User’s Manual Congratulations on your purchase of the Kogan Agora Netbook. This user manual provides information regarding the various components in the Netbook and how to use them. Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Introducing the Agora Netbook: Notes for this Manual…………………………………………….. - Page 3 Chapter 4: Using your Netbook p 23 Adjusting Display Resolution…………………………………….. p 24 Switching Users……………………………………………... Different Log-Out States p 25 Restart………………………………………........p 25 Shutdown………………………………………......p 25 Stand-by………………………………………........ p 25 Log-Out………………………………………......... p 25 Switch User………………………………………......p 25 Hibernate………………………………………....... p 25 Suspend………………………………………......... p 25 Using the Web Camera…………………………………………….
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Page 4: Notes For This Manual
Notes for this Manual You will come across the following symbols in this manual. Warning Points out possible damage to property, personal injury or death Attention To help you note and avoid possible damage to your Netbook’s hardware or software. Helpful points and tricks for operating your Netbook Notice Important notice for non-operational actions or the points you must know for your operation... -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Netbook. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface of your Netbook. - Page 6 Safety Precautions Attention (AC adapter) Please be sure not to pull out the Unplug this Netbook from the wall power plug from the cord only. outlet when you stop using this Netbook. SAFE TEMP: This Netbook should not be used in environments with extreme temperatures.
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Page 7: Battery Pack
Warning ( Battery Pack) Danger: Explosion may occur if battery DO NOT dispose batteries in a fire. is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with They may explode. Check with local the same or equivalent type battery authorities for disposal instructions. recommended by the manufacturer. If the battery pack leaks and the fluid get Do NOT drop or step on the in your eyes, rinse your eyes under... -
Page 8: General
Safety Precautions Attention (Battery Pack) If liquid solution from the battery comes Do not connect the positive (+) and out and contacts the skin or clothes, negative (-) terminals with a metal object flush out with clean water. such as wire. Short-circuiting may occur leading the battery pack to leak acid, overheat, emits smoke, or ignite. -
Page 9: Where To Place Your Netbook
Where to Place Your Netbook Make sure that your Netbook is placed in a well-ventilated area. Please reserve at least 15cm distance around the Netbook. Please reserve suitable space in front of keyboard and touchpad for operating the Netbook comfortably. Avoid placing the Netbook on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface to avoid blocking ventilations. -
Page 10: Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic Considerations Your Netbook is a portable device that may be used in various environments. Whenever possible, consider the following ergonomic factors: Position of your computer – Placing the computer directly in front of you: 1. Keep your forearms horizontal. 2. -
Page 11: Power Systems
Power System To install the battery pack Close the Netbook lid and Slide the battery pack into the turn it over gently. slot. Battery Pack Connect the DC plug to DC-IN pack DC-IN pack Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet Page 8... -
Page 12: Turning Your Netbook On/Off
Turning Your Netbook On/Off Turning your Netbook On Turning your Netbook Off After setting up the Netbook, press the power button to Operates from the “start” menu to power off your Netbook turn on it. The gOS desktop screen will appear. Click [gOS] →... -
Page 13: Chapter 2: Knowing The Parts
Chapter 2 – Knowing the Parts To Open/Close the Netbook Open the panel cover and adjust to an appropriate Close the panel cover to make sure the Netbook is angle. closed. Front Side Web Camera Display Screen Wireless LAN Switch Power Button Keyboard Internal Microphone... - Page 14 Web Camera The built in camera allows picture taking or video Recording Display Screen It functions as the same as a desktop monitor. Use a soft cloth without any chemical fluids to clean the display screen. Wireless LAN Switch Press this button to enable the built-in Wireless LAN Power Button The button allows you to turn your Netbook ON and OFF.
- Page 15 Right Side DC Input VGA Port LAN Port USB Port Memory Card Slot DC Input Memory Card Slot To connect the AC adapter The following cards listed below can be used on this Netbook. To prevent damage to the Netbook and battery Memory Stick pack, always use the supplied power adapter.
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Page 16: Left Side
Left Side Kensington Lock Port Ventilation Slot USB Port Microphone Jack Headphone Output Jack Kensington® Lock Port Kensington Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Netbook to be secured using Kensington® compatible Allows the notebook to be secured using Kensington Lock. -
Page 17: Bottom Side
Bottom Side Battery Release Hatch Battery Pack Memory Module Cover Battery Lock Switch Battery Release Hatch The latch keeps the battery pack secure. When the battery pack is inserted it will automatically lock. When removing the battery pack, this latch must be retained in the unlocked position. -
Page 18: Status Leds
About Status LEDs Num K ED ① ② Caps Lock ED ③ HDD ED ④ Battery ED ⑤ Power ED ⑥ Wireless A Numlock. The LED lights when you press the Numlock key on the keyboard. Capslock. Pressing the Capslock key will light up the LED. HDD LED This LED blinks when data is being written to or read from the Hard drive. -
Page 19: Chapter 3: Getting Started
Chapter 3 – Getting Started Connecting AC adapter and Charging battery For First Time Use Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet The battery included in the package is not fully LED lighted indicates charged. When you use the Netbook for the Charging. - Page 20 Power and Battery Status LEDs Power LED Battery LED Power LED Status Content Blue Light The Netbook is powered on Blue Blinking The Netbook is in suspend mode Orange Blinking Battery charge is between 10-50% charged Red Blinking Battery charge is less than 10% charged Battery LED Status Content...
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Page 21: Removing The Battery
Removing and Installing the Battery Slide the battery into the slot. Press it into place gently but firmly until the latch locks it into place. Ensure the Netbook is powered off before removing the battery. The battery LED is off. Please ensure DO NOT use another type of adapter or may risk fire or explosion. -
Page 22: Using The Touchpad
Using the Touchpad Introducing the Touchpad Left Button The left button has the same function as mouse left button. Making selections, dragging objects, or double clicking. Touchpad Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program. -
Page 23: Using The Keyboard
Using the Keyboard The Function Key The following defines the hot keys on the keyboard. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the Fn key while pressing a key with an icon. Power Saving Function Fn + F1 Places the Netbook in suspend mode Press the power button to return from suspend mode Wireless LAN Function Fn + F2... -
Page 24: Initial Start-Up Guide
Initial Start-up Guide Begin by turning the Netbook Power ON The Kogan Logo Screen with loading Bar will be displayed. After gOS finishes loading, a SYTEM CONFIGURATION window will be displayed. Step 1: Select your preferred Language in the left panel and click forward. - Page 25 Then type your password and press enter. gOS will now load and the desktop will appear. Your Netbook is ready to use! IMPORTANT: Please DO NOT run any gOS software updates before contacting Kogan Support. Please DO NOT run Synaptic Package Manager updates. Page 22...
- Page 26 Chapter 4 – Using your Netbook Adjusting Display Resolution Press [gOS] and select [System Preferences] Select [Preferences] and then select [Screen Resolution] Select your Preferred Resolution Page 23...
- Page 27 Switching User Accounts Logging out of Account 2. A Display tab will now open showing several options. Click [gOS] on the desktop and then click [Log Out (Current User)] Press [Switch User] You will be returned to the login screen Switching Users without Logging Out.
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Page 28: Log-Out
The Different Log Out Options The gOS platform allows users to select to place their computers into different states when they are finished using their Netbook. Log Out The User logs out of their account and returns to the first display screen asking for a username and password to log in. -
Page 29: Using The Web Camera
Using The Web Camera gOS does not have any native application to view web camera. It needs to use third party applications like cheese or chat applications like Skype or yahoo messenger for using the web camera. Steps to download Cheese: Click gOS ->... -
Page 30: Using Peripherals
Using Peripherals Right Side USB Port Card Reader Writer USB Mouse CCD Camera USB Device VGA Port Memory Card Slot External Display Memory Card Memory Stick SD Card Memory Stick PRO Page 27... - Page 31 Left Side USB Port USB 2.0 Compatible peripherals Microphone Jack Headphone Jack Microphone Headphone Page 28...
- Page 32 Before Installing Peripherals Turn Off the Netbook Installation Notice Turn off the notebook and unplug the AC power cord from AC outlet before the installation. Otherwise, it Please remove the Static Electricity of Your body may damage the notebook and the peripheral. because the parts such as memory and circuit board is extreme weak to the static electricity.
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Page 33: Connecting Usb Storage Devices
Connecting USB storage devices When USB mass storage device is connected to one of the USB port: If gOS recognize the device, an icon will appear on the desktop. You can also check in Computer-file browser. Click gOS ->Places->Computer. You should be able to find the mounted USB storage devices. If no icon appears on the desktop or in Computer-file browser. - Page 34 Connecting Audio Equipments Connecting a Headphone Connecting a Microphone Connect the microphone plug to the microphone jack Connect the headphone plug to the headphone jack on on the netbook. This will make the netbook record the netbook. The voice or sound will output from the voice and sound.
- Page 35 Connecting the USB Bluetooth Dongle Plug in the USB dongle came with the netbook in the USB port. Make sure Bluetooth icon appear on the top right corner of the taskbar. Right Click on the Bluetooth icon, Select Preferences. Bluetooth Preferences window will pop up.
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Page 36: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Once the desktop is loaded, check to see if your Wi-Fi light is on. The Wi-Fi light is located on the bottom right of the Netbook. It is the first light on the right. If the light is blue then left-click on the network icon in the toolbar and select your network and provide the authentication credentials to log on. -
Page 37: Connecting An External Monitor
Connecting an External Monitor Connect your external display to the VGA Monitor on the right side of the Netbook In order for gOS to recognize the monitor you will need to log off and on again. The Resolution of the external display can be displayed in its native resolution. To change the resolution select Main menu (gOS logo in top left) ->... -
Page 38: Using Open Office
Using Open Office Software Open Office is the leading open-source office software suite for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, databases and more. It is available in many languages and works on all common computers. It stores all your data in an international open standard format and can also read and write files from other common office software packages. -
Page 39: Returning To Default Factory Settings
From your gOS folder, click fixgOS2.bat. A console window will be open and then enter the Drive letter of the USB pen drive and press enter. This program will extract the files from Kogan gOS image and copy it to the USB drive. - Page 40 Step 2 – Installing gOS Go to my computer, open the USB drive. Look for file makeboot.bat. Right click on it and select run as administrator. A console window will open and press enter twice. Now the USB drive is ready for installing gOS. Plug in the gOS USB drive to the netbook USB port.
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Page 41: Appendix
Warranty terms and conditions. http://www.kogan.com.au/support/ Support If you would like to contact our Support Team, the best way is through email, support@kogan.com.au. Full Contact details are listed on the Kogan Technologies website. http://www.kogan.com.au/contact/ Page 38...