The TouchPad - Operation ....................77 The CD-ROM/DVD Drive ....................78 CD Player ......................... 78 The PC Card Slot ......................79 The Memory Card Slot ....................79 The Data/Fax Modem ...................... 80 The LAN Port ........................80 MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
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Installation Instructions Restoring the Drivers ....................... 81 The Utility CD ........................81 Setting the Resolution ..................... 81 Specifications Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting Index Contents...
Please also consult your dealer to make sure that it is possible to run your chosen operating system on your notebook. The operating system is not contained on the device drivers and utilities CD-ROM. Note: Some or all system configurations may have been made already. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
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Declaration: This device meets the EN 55022 product standard for interference emissions, the EN 50082-1 basic standard for interference, and the EN 60950 low voltage directive standard. If any modification that has not been agreed upon with the manufacturer is made to the device, adherence to these standards can no longer be guaranteed.
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They are accepted free of charge by manufacturers, dealers or their representatives for recycling or disposal. The outside packaging and all inner parts of the box can be disposed of as waste paper. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
The notebook is provided with a battery. The battery is recyclable. It is prohibited by law to dispose of the battery in ordinary household waste. If you have ques- tions concerning proper disposal, consult your garbage collection service. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
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• Note on the System Clock Battery Caution: There is a risk of explosion if batteries are replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with a battery recommended by the manufacturer or with a battery of the same type. Dispose of the battery accord- ing to the manufacturer’s instructions.
In 1997 the IEEE confirmed the standard 802.11 for WLANs; this set a data transfer rate of 1 to 2 Mbit/s (Megabits per second). Under 802.11(a)+b+g, the new governing standard, the maximum data transfer rate is 54 Mbps over a frequency band of 2.4 GHz (b+g) or 5 GHz (a). MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
MAXDATA Computer GmbH is not responsible for disruptions to radio or television recep- tion which are caused by unauthorized alterations to this unit. MAXDATA also accepts no responsibility for the replacement or the exchange of connecting cables and units which were not specified by MAXDATA Computer GmbH.
Restrictions France Restricted frequency range: In France, you may only use channels 10 to 11 (2457 MHz or 2462 MHz). It is forbidden to use the unit outside of enclosed areas. Info: www.art-telecom.fr Italy An official authorization is also required to use the unit in internal areas. For more detailed information about the necessary procedure to do this, please contact your provider.
2447 2452 2457 2462 In addition, the integrated radio network card may support the standard 802.11a (optional). For more information regarding 5 GHz band frequencies authorized in your country, please contact your respective appropriate authority. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Legal requirements - exception clauses EXCEPTION CLAUSES FOR UNITS WITH WIRELESS LAN The installation and use of an unit with Wireless LAN may only take place when in accordance with the instructions contained in the user documents. The user documents are included in the material supplied with the product.
Power cable • User guide • DVD Dual+/–RW DL drive • Modem cable Please retain the original packaging in case you need to send the device for repairs or up- grades. Please store the packaging safely. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Slide the release catches (1) outwards and fold back the display (2). Fig. 1 Release catches Fold back the display Fig. 2 LCD-Display Keyboard TouchPad CD player Status LEDs Quick launch keys and on/off button Microphone MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Inserting the Battery The battery is included in the notebook’s shipping contents. This battery is only partially charged. Note that the charging time for the battery is 2.5 hours if the computer is switched off, or 4 hours if the computer is switched on. It is absolutely essen- tial to fully charge the battery for initial op-...
Use only the supplied power adapter. Using the wrong power adapter can cause damage to the notebook. The power adapter contains no service- able parts. NEVER OPEN THE POWER ADAPTER! DANGER OF DEATH! MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Switching the Notebook On You’ve now completed the preparations. Now press the on/off button to switch on the notebook. Tip: Once the notebook is switched on, the on/off button can per- If you experience a form several functions depending on the energy settings. program or system In the standard setting, pressing the on/off button again will crash, press the keys:...
Never remove a PC card while the system is in save-to- disk mode. This deactivates the PC slot. This can result in a modified system configuration and can lead to problems the next time the notebook is started. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Memory card slot Infrared sender/receiver (IrDA) IEEE 1394 port Loudspeaker/headphones socket (with SPDIF) Microphone socket (mono) Line-in port S-Video TV output Network port (10) Modem port Front View Fig. 8 Release catch CD player Status LEDs MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Rear View Fig. 9 All air intake and ventilation openings USB ports must be kept free from Parallel interface (printer port) obstructions at all Connector for external monitor times. If not, the device is liable to overheat. Power adapter socket Kensington Lock anti-theft device Underside All air intake and...
Lights when Scroll Lock is on. Lights when the notebook is switched on. Flashes in power save mode. Lights when the battery is charging. Flashes when you have new E-mail. Lights when the wireless LAN is activated. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
Hot Keys (Shortcut key combinations with special functions) To activate the hot keys, press and hold down the Fn key and then press the desired additional key. To access certain functions, it may be necessary to install the Power4 Gear+ program and the TouchPad software.
Utility CD. To do this, please follow the instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section. Fig. 12 Switches between the various power save modes Launches the E-mail program Launches the Internet browser Disables the TouchPad when using an external mouse On/off button MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
The Keyboard Your notebook’s keyboard has all the functions of a normal AT-compatible keyboard plus some extras: Typewriter These keys correspond to a typewriter’s keys. Function keys In many operating systems (and applications), special functions are available via these keys. You can find more detailed information on this in the relevant handbooks.
When using the TouchPad, make sure it as well as your finger are clean and dry. The TouchPad reacts to finger movements. The lighter it is touched, the better it reacts. Pressing hard will not increase its accuracy. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
The CD-ROM/DVD Drive To insert a CD, press the eject button on the front side of the drive. Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Place a CD onto the spindle with the label side facing up and push it gently down onto the spindle.
The data on the card can then be accessed. To remove it, simply pull the card out. Never remove the card while data is being read from or written to the card! Fig. 18 MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
The Data/Fax Modem The system automatically sets up the integrated analog modem. To use the modem func- tions, connect the modem socket to an analog telephone socket (not ISDN) using the telephone cable. Proper use: The modem can be connected to all analog sockets in Europe. It is to be used solely for data communication purposes.
Right-click on any free area of the desktop. Select <Properties>. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab. Here you can set the slider to a resolution you find comfortable. Click <Apply> to set the resolution. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
• Press the on/off button. Possible cause of the problem: • The screen settings are incorrect. Troubleshooting: • Press the spacebar, several times if necessary. • If an external monitor is connected, switch it on. MAXDATA Notebook ECO 4100 IW...
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Possible cause of the problem: • In the System Settings, a screen type other than the existing one has been set. Troubleshooting: • Press the Fn + F8 key combination. • If an external monitor is connected, connect this to a power source and switch it on. Also check the brightness and contrast settings.
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