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2009
All Right Reserved - Printed in China
Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook User's Manual
Original Issue: 2009/09
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for
accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
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  • Page 1 © 2009 All Right Reserved - Printed in China Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook User's Manual Original Issue: 2009/09 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Notebook PC. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your notebook. by the manufacturer. When Using Your Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an structions. extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body.
  • Page 3 pulled out evenly in order not to bend its connecting pins. Also, be- put your notebook through an X-ray security machine, but never fore you connect the power cord, make sure that both connectors put your notebook through a metal detector. If you have your note- are correctly oriented and aligned.

  • Page 4: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) PART 68 Warning Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of the computer is a label that contains, among other in- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits formation, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 5 CE Notice (European Union) This symbol indicates this Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer The symbol above must be attached to the product indicating compliance with the BSMI standard. Voltage Directive. This symbol also indicates that W451U meets the following technical standards: CCC Notice (China Only) Radio Interferences of Information Technology Equipment.”...
  • Page 6 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of a Notebook computer! Your new notebook features the most innovative features in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture, providing you with a personal computer that is compact, powerful, and easy to use. Designed for a wide range of general, business, and personal productivity applications, on the road.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1.8 Storage .................09 1.9 Inroducing the Camera ............10 1.10 Graphics Display ..............10 1.11 Protecting Your Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer ..12 Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals 2.1 Using the USB Port ...............15 2.2 Connecting to an External Monitor via the D-sub Port ..15 ...............16...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Operating Basics

    Chapter 1 Operating Basics This chapter will show you how to operate your Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer, including connecting the AC adaptor, turning the computer on/off, using touch-pad, keyboard, hot keys, battery, and so on. If you are new to computers and to the operating system, this chapter will guide you through some of the new exciting features.

  • Page 9: Using The Battery Pack

    1.1 Using the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery The battery will gradually weaken over time. We recommend that Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: battery capacity. AC power To change the battery pack, follow the steps below: (using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet) 1.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    1.2 Connecting the AC Adapter The AC adapter converts AC power to DC power and reduces the 1.3 Turning Your Notebook On and Off voltage supplied to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and outputs power at 19V, 4.74A for Turning on the power Open the notebook lid, press and hold the power button for one or two seconds.

  • Page 11: Installing Q1458 / Q1580 Device Drivers

    1.4 Installing Q1458 / Q1580 Device Drivers 1.5 Using the Power button If your Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer already has an The power button located on the top side allow you to power on. operating system installed, it is best to install all necessary device drivers in order for he hardware to properly function.

  • Page 12: Keyboad Functions

    1.6 Keyboad Functions Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer is equipped with a standard typewriter-layout keyboard and has extra features. <Shift> key. Press this key in combination with letters Basic Keypad to produce uppercase letters in typing. Use this key in combination with those two-character keys (found...
  • Page 13 Special Function Keys keypad. Embedded Numeric Keypad screen without having to move the cursor. The keys are in color-coded blue. activate uppercase letters. Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a time. Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a The embedded numeric keypad functions like the one on a desktop time.
  • Page 14 Windows Keys Basic keypad you can input letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and special symbols with it. Fn Keys Description By pressing the Fn key with other keys, it can simulate all keyboard functions of a regular desktop keyboard. +[F1] Opens help and support [Fn]+[F1] Suspend switch [Fn]+[F2]...

  • Page 15: Using The Touchpad

    1.7 Using the Touchpad click twice on the left button to select menu items, or simply tap The Touchpad is a pressure-sensitive pointing device that provides twice on the touchpad. all of the features of a two-button mouse; its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen.

  • Page 16: Storage

    1.8 Storage 4. Slide the tray back until it clicks shut. Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system as well as software programs. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting.

  • Page 17: Inroducing The Camera

    Graphics Display Your computer has a high-performance graphics display system, which Your Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer comes with a built-in cam- era.With this camera, you can conduct videoconferences with your friends or colleagues whenever and wherever as if they are right in Screen Controls front of you.
  • Page 18 1. Open Control Panel. 2. Double-click on Display. The Display Properties window will open. 4. Click on the Advanced button. Choose nView Display Settings to adjust. Single Display (for both Q1458P / Q1580P and Q1458M / Q1580M / Q1458L / Q1580L) In Single Display mode, you can choose which device to apply as the Primary display.

  • Page 19: Protecting Your Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer

    1.11 Protecting Your Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer Q1458 / Q1580 Notebook Computer provides both hardware and software security locks to protect your computer. Using a security lock: A security lock notch can be found on the right side of the com- puter.
  • Page 20 Using a system protecing: You can only enter the BIOS setup utility only when the computer A Supervisor Password is required before you set User Password. After selecting Change Supervisor Password, enter a new pass- before the Windows splash screen appears. If your computer is word then re-enter it to confirm.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals

    Chapter 2 Connecting Peripherals This chapter will show you step-by-step how to connect your peripherals to the Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer.

  • Page 22: Using The Usb Port

    2.1 Using the USB Port 1. Turn off your Q1458 / Q1580 notebook and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off. The USB port allows multiple peripherals to run simultaneously on 2. Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the D-sub port on the left side of your notebook.

  • Page 23: Using The Modem Port

    2.4 Using the Modem Port 1. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or the The built-in fax/data modem allows you to connect a phone line to a phone jack. port. Q1458 Modem Port Q1458 Note: Q1580 not support. Q1580...

  • Page 24: Using The E-Sata Port

    1. Insert the card with label side up, make sure that the metal connector is inserted into the card slot. Q1458 e-SATA Port 2. Insert the card into the slot. You will feel some resistance as the card reaches to the end.

  • Page 25: Ms/ Ms Pro/Ms Duo/Mmc/Sd Cards

    2.7 Connecting to the HDMI Port 2.8 MS/ MS PRO/MS DUO/MMC/SD Cards Multimedia card slot is located on the right side of your Q1458 / which allows you to connect your computer to an external television Q1580 notebook computer, it accepts MS/ MS PRO/MS DUO/ MMC/SD cards.

  • Page 26: Using Your Bluetooth (Optional) And Wireless Devices

    2.9 Using your Bluetooth (optional) and Wireless devices. Your Q1458 / Q1580 computer supports both Bluetooth and Wi- Fi compatible devices. You can press Fn+Esc to enable or disable Bluetooth function only and press Fn+F2 to turn on/off wireless function only.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3 Troubleshooting In this chapter, we will list some frequently encountered technical problems and tell you how to resolve them.

  • Page 28: Frequently Asked Questions

    3.1 Frequently Asked Questions the volume bar. My computer switches to hibernation mode much too quickly What kind of external microphone can I use with my notebook and I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse to bring computer? back the screen.
  • Page 29 Caution Unplugging or ejecting a device that supports safe removal without first using the Safe Removal application to warn the If your computer is without power (i.e. unplug the computer system can cause data to be lost or your system to become power source from the power outlet and remove the battery unstable.
  • Page 30 Appendix A Q1458 Speci cations Q1458 notebook computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not completely match your notebook time.
  • Page 31 Microprocessor Q1458P/M Connectivity ® ® Centrino 2 Processor Technology ® ® Celeron ® processor (Montevina) ® (Inte Q1458L Audio ® Pentium ® Dual-Core processor (Merom) 2.0G~2.16G ® ® Celeron processor (Montevina) devices Keyboard and pointing devices Core Logic ® ® function ®...
  • Page 32 Appendix B Q1580 Speci cations Q1580 notebook computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not completely match your notebook time.
  • Page 33 Microprocessor Display and Video Q1580P/M ® ® Centrino 2 Processor Technology Connectivity ® Celeron ® processor (Montevina) Q1580L Audio ® ® Pentium Dual-Core processor (Merom) 2.0G~2.16G ® Celeron ® processor (Montevina) devices Keyboard and pointing devices Core Logic ® ® function ®...

  • Page 34: Appendix C Service Centers

    Appendix C Service Centers This appendix will list our service centers for your Q1458 / Q1580 notebook computer.
  • Page 35 Taiwan GIGABYTE Service Center Guangzhou Shanhai WEB Address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/ WEB Address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw/ Xian U.S.A. G.B.T. INC. WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.us Germany WEB Address: http://www.gigabyte.com.cn/ Shenzhen FAX: +86-755-8240-8066 Ninbo FAX: +86-574-86860781 Beijing FAX: +86-10-62980499...

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