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  • Page 1 TARGA NOTEBOOK Traveller E210 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Regulations Information

    Regulations Information FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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 3 FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 4: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery

    Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (Danish) ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri --- Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af same fabrikat og type. Levé det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Deutsch) VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen Typ.

  • Page 5: Caution On Using Modem

    Caution on Using Modem Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Save this User Guide for possible use later. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 7 If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: The power cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. The equipment has been exposed to moisture. The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to User Guide.

  • Page 8: Release History

    Notice Please note that the setting diagrams or values in this guide are FOR YOUR REFERENCE ONLY. The model you bought may be slightly different from the illustrations and descriptions in this guide. If you are not sure about the information, such as the computer specification and equipment, please ask your local vendor for help.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content Chapter 1 Getting Started 1.1 Before You Begin..........1-2 Unpacking ...................1-2 Specification ................1-3 Physical Characteristic ................ 1-3 CPU..................... 1-3 Core Chips ..................1-3 Memory ....................1-3 Power ....................1-3 Storage....................1-4 I/O Port ....................1-4 Communication Port................1-4 PCMCIA ....................
  • Page 10 1.3 Preparing Operate..........1-16 Connecting the AC Power ............1-16 Disconnecting the AC Power ..........1-17 Turning On/Off the Notebook PC ..........1-18 Operating the Top Cover..............1-18 Turning On the Computer ..............1-18 Power-On Self Test................1-18 Turning Off the Computer ..............1-19 Chapter 2 Basics of Using Notebook PC 2.1 Safety and Comfort Tips........
  • Page 11 2.4 Knowing the Touchpad ........2-10 Using the Touchpad ..............2-11 Positioning and Moving ..............2-11 Point and Click .................. 2-11 Drag and Drop................... 2-11 Configuring the Touchpad..............2-13 2.5 Using the Optical Storage........2-14 Inserting the CD................2-15 Removing the CD ..............2-16 Releasing the CD Manually .............2-17 2.6 The Hard Disk Drive..........2-18 2.7 Using the Video Function ........2-19...
  • Page 12 Chapter 3 Using the Software Application 3.1 Activating Your System ........3-2 3.2 Using the Recovery CD ........3-4 Resuming the Operating System ..........3-4 3.3 Using the Utility CD..........3-6 Trend Micro™ Internet Security ..........3-6 Registering Your Trend Micro™ Internet Security........3-6 Starting Trend Micro™...
  • Page 13 Chapter 4 Power Management 4.1 Introduction to the Power Source .......4-2 The AC Adapter ................4-2 The Battery Pack ................4-4 Charging the Battery ................4-4 Releasing the Battery Pack ............4-7 Replacing the Battery Pack............4-8 4.2 Managing the Power..........4-9 Power Options ................4-10 Chapter 5 BIOS Setup 5.1 Using BIOS Setup Utility ........5-2 When to Use BIOS Setup? ............5-2...
  • Page 14 Advanced Settings ..............5-8 Primary and Secondary IDE Master ............5-8 Legacy USB Support ................5-9 USB Power Supply ................5-10 Wireless Power Setting..............5-11 Boot Settings ................5-12 Quiet Boot..................5-12 and 3 Boot Device Setting............5-12 Security Settings ..............5-13 Change Supervisor/User Password...........5-13 Clear User Password.................5-15 Exit Setting ................5-16 Chapter 6 Expanding and Upgrading 6.1 Connecting the External Devices .......
  • Page 15 6.2 Safely Remove Hardware........6-11 6.3 Upgrading Your System ........6-12 Chapter 7 Caring Your Notebook PC 7.1 Protecting Your Notebook PC......7-2 Locking Your Computer.............7-2 Setting Up Password ..............7-3 Power-on Password ................7-3 Operating System Password ............... 7-3 Using the Anti-Virus Protection ..........7-4 About Computer Virus .................

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    1. Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing TARGA Notebook – Traveller E210 Notebook PC! This chapter first provides a general introduction on your Notebook PC, to let you know the hardware components well and start to work easily. Let’s read...

  • Page 18: Before You Begin

    Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future. The package should contain the following items: One Notebook PC – TARGA Notebook Traveller E210 One Recovery CD. One Software CD containing the drivers and utilities.

  • Page 19: Specification

    Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension 303mm(L) x 225mm(D) x 26-28mm(H) Weight 1.8 kg Processor Type Socket 478 (478 pins) Support Processor @ Intel Celeron M up to 1.6GHz, and Intel Launch Pentium M Dothan L2 Cache On die/ 512K Core Chips North Bridge SiS®...

  • Page 20: Storage

    Storage HDD form factor 2.5”, 9.5mm(H), 30/40/60GB IDE Controller Ultra DMA ATA-100 Optical Device CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, Combo I/O Port Monitor(VGA) 15 pin Mini D-Sub x 1 x 3 (USB version 2.0) IEEE 1394 Mic-in Line-in Headphone Out Line-out SPDIF-out RJ11 RJ45 Card Reader...

  • Page 21: Pcmcia

    PCMCIA Controller RICOH 5C593 Slot Type II x 1 CardBus Support Software & BIOS Support OS Win XP Home and Professional edition Fast Boot Support Yes (Win XP) Display LCD Type 12.1” WXGA Setup Adjustment Adjustment controlled by K/B hot-keys CRT Support 800x600, max, 32bit color 1024x768, max, 32bit color...

  • Page 22: Quick Components Guide

    1.2 Quick Components Guide This section provides you the description of basic aspects of your Notebook PC. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this computer before using it. Top-open View Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover (LCD Panel). The figure of top-open view and description showing below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your PC.
  • Page 23 Cover Latch (Internal View) It is a bounce-back device to lock the cover with the deck when closing your Notebook PC. Rubber Pads Protect your Notebook PC from random closing. Stereo Speakers Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported.

  • Page 24: Front View

    Front View Cover Latch (External View) Press Cover Latch rightward and lift the cover. The Cover Latch will bounce back when loosing it. IEEE 1394 The IEEE 1394 port is a high-speed bus that allows you to connect high-end digital devices such as the DV (digital video camera).
  • Page 25 Status LED Num Lock: Glowing Blue when the Num Lock function is activated. Caps Lock: Glowing Blue when the Caps Lock function is activated. Scroll Lock: Glowing Blue when the Scroll Lock function is activated. Hard Disk In-use: Blinking Blue when computer is accessing the hard disk drive.

  • Page 26: Right-Side View

    Right-side View USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. RJ-11 Connector The computer provides a built-in modem that allows you to connect an FJ-11 telephone line through this connector.
  • Page 27 VGA Port The 15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the computer display. Power Connector To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the computer. 1-11...

  • Page 28: Left-Side View

    Left-side View Optical Storage Device A slim CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD Combo/DVD Dual drive is available in the computer, depending on the model you purchased. The optical device allows you to use the CD/DVD disc for installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on the computer. USB Port This USB Port is in a reverse position.

  • Page 29: Rear View

    Rear View Kensington Lock This port is used to lock the computer to location for security (See Caring Your Notebook PC in Chapter 7 for more information). Battery Pack (Rear View) To supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected (See Introduction to the Power Source in Chapter 4 for more information).

  • Page 30: Bottom View

    Bottom View Battery Lock/Unlock Button Battery can not be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is pushed to unlock position, the battery is removable. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
  • Page 31 Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.

  • Page 32: Preparing Operate

    1.3 Preparing to Operate Your Notebook PC is equipped with a high-capacity 4-cell Li-ion Battery pack. It can operate either on the battery’s power or AC power. However, for the first time to use your Notebook PC, it is recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is charged immediately.

  • Page 33: Disconnecting The Ac Power

    Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC adapter, you should: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first ( Unplug the connector from the computer. When unplugging the power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord ( ).

  • Page 34: Turning On/Off The Notebook Pc

    Turning On/Off the Notebook PC Now, when the AC adapter is connected, the Notebook PC is ready for use. Operating the Top Cover First, open the top cover by sliding the cover button on the front side of the computer, then lifting the top cover gently. Adjust the top cover to the optimal view position.

  • Page 35: Turning Off The Computer

    test tool, which is a set of routines stored in a computer’s ROM (Read-Only Memory) that tests various system components such as the memory, disk drives, and the keyboard to see whether they are properly connected and operating. If problems are found during booting, these routines alert the user by sounding a series of beeps or displaying a message on the screen.
  • Page 36 If you are working on a program, such as Microsoft Word, you should save the data and close the program first, and then turn off the computer. Otherwise, you may lose your data. Confirm that the Hard Disk In-use LED is OFF before turning off the computer.
  • Page 37 2. Chapter 2 Basics of Using Notebook PC This chapter introduces the operating basics for your Notebook PC, including the use of keyboard, touchpad, LCD panel, hard disk drive, and optical storage device. It also includes the advanced features such as audio and communication functions.

  • Page 38: Safety And Comfort Tips

    2.1 Safety and Comfort Tips If you are beginner to the Notebook PC, please read the following tips to make yourself safe and comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The Notebook PC is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere.

  • Page 39: Have A Good Work Habit

    Keep your hands Sit straight and and feet with keep a good Adjust the posture.. optimal comfort. angle and position of LCD panel. Adjust the desk’s height. Adjust the chair’s height. Have a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your Notebook PC for long periods of time;...

  • Page 40: Knowing The Keyboard

    2.2 Knowing the Keyboard The Notebook PC’s keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized 86-key keyboard and an additional [Fn] key for specific functions on the computer. How to use keyboard can divide into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys.

  • Page 41: Typewriter Keys

    Typewriter Keys Typewriter Keys The function of these Typewriter keys is the major function of the keyboard, which is similar to the keys on a typewriter. It also provides several keys for special purposes, such as the [Ctrl], [Alt] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to toggle...

  • Page 42: Cursor Keys

    Cursor Keys The keyboard provides four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys at the lower right corner, which are used to control the cursor movement. The Cursor Keys Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line.

  • Page 43: Numeric Keys

    The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between “insert” and “overtype” modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one space.

  • Page 44: Function Keys

    Function Keys Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( ) and one Application Logo key ( ) on the keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. For more information of the two keys, please refer to your Windows manual or online help.

  • Page 45: Quick Launch Buttons

    2.3 Quick Launch Buttons With these four Quick Launch Buttons, you can easily access the Internet, read you E-mail or launch your frequently used software application. Email: To launch the E-mail application (such as Outlook Express) to receive and send your E-mail. Internet: To launch the web browser (such as Internet Explorer) to surf the Internet.

  • Page 46: Knowing The Touchpad

    2.4 Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your computer is a pointing device that compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the computer by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on it and control the cursor on the screen by...

  • Page 47: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touchpad The following table and diagrams provide some tips that you should know when using the touchpad: Positioning and Moving Place your finger on the touchpad (usually using the forefinger), and the rectangular pad will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. When you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will move simultaneously in the same direction.
  • Page 48 contact with the touchpad on the second tap. Now, you can drag the selected item to the desired location by moving your finger on the touchpad, and then lift your finger from the touchpad to drop the item into place. Alternately, you can press and hold the left button when you select an item, and then move your finger to the desired location;...

  • Page 49: Configuring The Touchpad

    Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-hand user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. In addition, you can change the size, shape, moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen.
  • Page 50 2.5 The Hard Disk Drive Your computer is equipped with a 2.5-inch IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage devices.

  • Page 51: Using The Optical Storage

    2.6 Using the Optical Storage Your computer is equipped with an optical storage device, which is known as the CD/DVD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD Combo and DVD Dual drive. The actual device installed in your computer depends on the model you purchased. CD-ROM Drive: Allow you to read CD disks, including audio CDs and CD-R/RW disks.

  • Page 52: Inserting The Cd

    Inserting the CD The following instruction describes the general procedure when operating the optical storage device, including the DVD-ROM drive. Confirm that the computer is turned on. Press the Eject Button on the drive’s panel ( ) and the CD tray will slide out partially.

  • Page 53: Removing The Cd

    Removing the CD Confirm that the computer is turned off. Press the Eject Button ( ) on the drive’s panel and the CD tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended ( Hold the CD by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray ( Push the tray back into the drive ( Confirm that the CD is placed correctly and securely in the...

  • Page 54: Releasing The Cd Manually

    Releasing the CD Manually If the CD tray can not be open as usual, you can release it manually. Confirm that the computer is turned off. Insert a pointed object (e.g. a straightened clip) into the Emergency Eject Hole ( ) and the CD tray will slide out partially.

  • Page 55: Using The Video Function

    2.7 Using the Video Function Your Notebook PC provides an outstanding video subsystem, including: DDR400/DDR333/DDR266 SIS M661MX video controller with supported 12.1-inch WXGA TFT color LCD wild-screen. Powerful Video Controller The powerful features of the SIS M661MX video controller include: AGP3.5 and AGP 3.0 Compliant.
  • Page 56 SIS M661MX Graphic Support Modes: CRT highest resolution mode: 2048x1536x32@75NI LCD highest resolution mode: 1600x1200x32@ 60NI TV highest resolution mode: 1024x768x32@60NI You are strongly recommended to install the video driver included in the software CD of your computer to take full advantage of the video subsystem.

  • Page 57: Configuring The Display Settings

    Configuring the Display Settings Your Notebook PC has been set to a default resolution and colors when shipping. Now, you can change the settings to meet your needs through the operating system. Changing the Resolution and Colors Quality Click Start from the taskbar and select Control Panel to open the Control Panel window.

  • Page 58: Changing The Display Output Device

    Changing the Display Output Device Click Start from the taskbar and select Control Panel to open the Control Panel window. Double-click the Display item to open the Display Properties window. Go to Settings Tab and Click the Advanced button to bring up the following window that contains more settings.

  • Page 59: Using The Audio Function

    2.8 Using the Audio Function Connecting Audio Devices Your Notebook PC is equipped with a audio subsystem. However, you can also connect the external audio devices for a better audio quality when enjoying your music and movie on the computer. The audio-out jack allows you to connect the speakers and headphones;...
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  • Page 61: Using The Software

    3. Chapter 3 Using the Software Applications Your Notebook PC provides you with the useful software application, as well as the required drivers for the system. It also provides a Recovery CD that allows you to resume your operating system easily and quickly.

  • Page 62: Activating Your System

    3.1 Activating Your System Before using your computer, you need to activate the Windows XP operating system by the following steps. Welcome to Microsoft Windows. After the computer is ready for the pre-use configuration, the screen will show the Welcome to Microsoft Windows message. Click Next to continue.
  • Page 63 What’s you computer’s name? Choose a name for your PC that will help you identify it on your home network, if you have one. In order for your computer to appear on a network, its name cannot be longer than 15 characters or contain any spaces or characters aside from the numbers 0-9, the letters A-Z and a-z, and hyphens.

  • Page 64: Using The Recovery Cd

    3.2 Using the Recovery CD The Recovery CD is a compact disk that records the sources of operating system and important data and can be used to restore the hard disk to its original state. When the operating system of your computer is damaged and can not work properly any more, you can use the Recovery CD to resume the system in its original state.
  • Page 65 The system will resume the factory default settings after reboots. After resuming the operating system, you should reactivate the operating system as like the first time to use the computer (See Activating Your System later in this chapter).

  • Page 66: Using The Utility Cd

    3.3 Using the Utility CD Trend Micro™ Internet Security Trend Micro Internet Security provides you a friendly interface to use anti-virus functions. You can use Trend Micro™ Internet Security to scan your e-mail, block unwanted websites and protect your PC from virus infected.

  • Page 67: Starting Trend Micro™ Internet Security

    Click Submit. Make sure the email address for your User ID is correct and enter a password. Confirm the password is correct, and click Submit. Your license key is displayed and a confirmation email is sent to User ID email address.

  • Page 68: Configuring Real-Time Virus Scan Actions

    Configuring Real-time Virus Scan Actions Real-time scanning constantly protects your PC from viruses infected. Because real-time virus scanning runs imperceptibly in the background, it is recommended to always keep real-time scanning enabled. After entering Trend Micro Internet Security, you can set up the real-time virus scan actions first.

  • Page 69: Advanced Software

    3.4 Advanced Software System Control Manager (SCM) It is a new generation and powerful tool of screen control with SearchKey, Email coming-alarm and colorful status displays for Function Keys integrated. The System Control Manger makes more interactive displays for you to notice what functions you are using.

  • Page 70: Cpu Control

    CPU Control This function is available only when the AC power is disconnected, that is, the battery mode is on. Right click the mouse and see a menu like below. There are four items available under the battery mode and the first item is CPU Control function. When you select CPU Control, it shows you a submenu under CPU Control.

  • Page 71: Search Key Define

    Search Key Define It is a quick way to set up the function of Search Key on your keyboard panel. If it is the first time to use Search Key Define, the Search Key button ) on the keyboard panel is default to enter the Windows Search Results.
  • Page 72 At the beginning, there is no item listed in the right field of the screen and a message “Undefined” shows you the status of the current definition. To add a Search Key in the list, just search and select an item from the left field.
  • Page 73 Now, you may press on the Search Key button to test whether your setup for Search Key button is available. If not, please open and check your Search Key Define again and make sure you do the setting process well. 3-13...

  • Page 74: Osd (On-Screen Display)

    OSD (On-Screen Display) Your Notebook PC is already installed a special OSD interface. It gives you vivid and friendly displays on your screen when you are enabling Function Keys and Quick Launch Buttons. Take the tables below as your reference and know every function with its related keys and reminders.
  • Page 75 Quick Launch Display Status Reminder between clicking e-mail quick launch button and starting Outlook Express or Microsoft Outlook. Reminder between clicking Internet quick launch button and Webpage opening. Toggle between enable and disable wireless connection. Reminder before opening the Search Key function. 3-15...

  • Page 76: Intervideo Windvd™ 4

    InterVideo WinDVD™ 4 Whether watching DVD movies on your Notebook PC as you travel, using your computer as a second DVD player for your kids or watching a movie on your desktop as you work, InterVideo WinDVD™ 4 lets you get the most out of any computer with a DVD drive.

  • Page 77: Control Panel Functions

    Control Panel Functions To enjoy a DVD movie is an easy task on WinDVD™ 4. In most eases, all you have to do is inserting the DVD disc. WinDVD™ starts automatically and determines the type of disc in the drive. But sometimes there’s more to viewing a DVD title than letting a movie start and play through to the end without stopping.
  • Page 78 Main Panel (continue) Repeat [Ctrl+R] Fast Rewind [R] Search Select Speed Bookmark [K] Fast Forward [F] Capture [P] MSI WebSite Forward/Rewind Slider Previous Chapter [PgUp] Disk Menu [Ctrl+M] Chapter List [C] Eject [E] Next Chapter [PgDn] Open Sub Panel Variable Speed Fast Forward/Rewind Slider Press and hold the button and slide up and down to adjust the speed of playback.
  • Page 79 Repeat Button Use this button to select repeat mode of movie playback. Search Button Press this button to search the screen you want to start. Bookmark Button Press this button to set bookmark of your playback. Capture Button Press this button to snap shot the screen. Forward/Rewind Slider Sliding this button by pressing and holding can fast locate where to start.
  • Page 80 DVD Region Information Motion picture studios want to control the home release of movies in different countries because theater releases aren’t simultaneous. They have required that the DVD standard include codes that can be used to prevent playback of certain discs in certain geographical regions.

  • Page 81: Nero Burning Cd (Oem Suite)

    3.5 Nero Burning CD (OEM Suite) This software CD is bundled with CD/DVD Recorder only. Nero OEM Installation When you insert Nero OEM CD in your Notebook PC, it shows: Nero OEM Install software for creating your own CDs, DVDs and back up your files.
  • Page 82 NeroVision Express 2 SE Install software for creating, authoring and playing. InCD 4 Install InCD, which allows you to save your data to rewritable discs, just like you would with a floppy drive. EasyWrite Reader Install Easy Write Reader, which allows you to read discs written in MRW format on systems that do not support MRW.

  • Page 83: Nero Startsmart

    Nero StartSmart After clicking the Nero StartSmart icon on the “Run Setup Screen” and finishing installation, it appears an icon ( ) on your desktop. Click on it to start Nero StartSmart. The main screen shows as below: Nero Update Click on “nero”...
  • Page 84 Category There are six categories showing on the top of the panel – Favorite, Data, Audio, Photo and Video, Copy and Backup and Extras. Every category leads you to specified function group. Available Functions under Every Category Similar functions are grouped and make you easily to find what function you need exactly.

  • Page 85: Nero Express 6

    Nero Express 6 Select Nero Express from the programs under the Start Menu, the main screen of Nero Express will pop up on the window as below: It is a quick way to start your burning process. The functions of Nero Express 6 act similarly as Nero StartSmart, however, its operation is simpler and straighter to meet your needs.

  • Page 86: Nero Cover Designer

    Nero Cover Designer It must be a powerful and professional tool for you to create vivid kinds of CD covers. When you open a new document, it will show you the screen as below: You can choose a template from its “New document” filed as your basic design.

  • Page 87: Chapter 4 Power Management

    4. Chapter 4 Power Management This chapter tells you how to manage the power effectively, in order to maintain the longest battery life and increase the productivity when you are using the computer.

  • Page 88: Introduction To The Power Source

    4.1 Introduction to the Power Source Your Notebook PC provides a universal AC adapter and a high-performance Li-ion battery in the package and it can operate either on the Battery power or AC power. The AC Adapter The AC adapter included in your Notebook PC is a universal AC adapter that can operate on any voltage ranging from 100~240V AC.
  • Page 89 The AC adapter included in the package is correct for your Notebook PC; using other adapter model may damage the computer or other devices on the computer. When unplugging the power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. Never pull the cord directly. We Reminds You…...

  • Page 90: The Battery Pack

    The Battery Pack The rechargeable Li-ion battery pack is an internal power source of the computer. A fully charged battery pack can supply power to the computer up to 1.5 hours (Using 4-cell battery) or up to 3.5 hours (Using 8-cell battery). It depends on the way you use the computer.
  • Page 91 Alternately, you can check the charging status through the Power Meter in Windows. The Power Meter icon is displayed on the taskbar as , depending on the current power source. Double-click the icon to bring up the Power Meter window, which contains the related information for your reference.
  • Page 92 If the Power Meter icon does not appear on the taskbar, you can configure the setting through Start menu. Click Start and select Control Panel to open the Control Panel window. Click the Performance and Maintenance item. In the Performance and Maintenance window, click the Power Option item to open the Power Option Properties window.

  • Page 93: Releasing The Battery Pack

    Releasing the Battery Pack It’s a better way to have extra battery for enough power supply, so you don’t have to worry about the lack of battery power. It’s recommend to buy a battery pack from your local dealer. To remove the battery pack: Make sure the computer is turned off.

  • Page 94: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Replacing the Battery Pack Insert the right side of battery pack into the compartment ( Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place. After the right side of the battery pack fitting the right track, then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber ( Make sure the Lock/Unlock Button is in lock position.

  • Page 95: Managing The Power

    4.2 Managing the Power The Windows XP operating system supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), which allows you to manage the computer power easily and efficiently. With the ACPI function, the power can be distributed to different components individually according to their needs.

  • Page 96: Power Options

    Power Options In order to maintain sufficient power for optimal system operation, please set up the most appropriate configuration for your computer. The following instructions describe the Power Options setup procedures: Click Start from the taskbar and then select Control Panel to open the Control Panel window.
  • Page 97 Under the Alarms tab, you can activate the battery alarm function by checking the options in Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm fields. Once activated adjust the slide bar to set up the low or critical power level (the default setting is 10%).
  • Page 98 Under the Advanced tab, you can set up the actions when pressing the power button, sleep button and closing the LCD panel. Set up the Power buttons’ functions: Stand Hibernate or Shut down. Pressing [Fn]+[F12] allows your computer to enter suspend mode immediately.
  • Page 99 Check this option Under the Hibernate tab, you can activate Hibernation function by checking the Enable hibernation option. Hibernation is a very useful function of the Windows operating system. When you activate this function, the current and programs are saved to the hard disk drive. Therefore, you do not need to close the current applications when you are going to exit the operating system temporarily.
  • Page 100 Power Scheme AC Power Battery Power Home/Office Desk None Adaptive Portable/Laptop Adaptive Adaptive Presentation Adaptive Degrade Always On None None Minimal Power Management Adaptive Adaptive Max Battery Adaptive Degrade Adaptive: Performance state chosen based on CPU demand. Degrade: Starts at lowest performance state, then uses linear performance reduction (stop clock throttling) as battery discharges.

  • Page 101: Chapter 5 Bios Setup

    5. Chapter 5 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a program for setting up the configuration of the computer. To take full advantage of your computer and connected peripheral devices, you should configure the system through BIOS Setup. This chapter provides the information of BIOS Setup Utility, and guides you to configure the system for optimal use.

  • Page 102: Using Bios Setup Utility

    5.1 Using BIOS Setup Utility When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features.

  • Page 103: Control Keys

    Control Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one menu title. Press right arrow to select one menu title. Press up arrow to select one item under the menu title.

  • Page 104: Enter Bios Setup Utility

    5.2 Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main menu will appear on the screen. The Main menu displays the system information, including the basic configuration. Main menu Show System Overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, Memory size and setting of System Time and Date.

  • Page 105: Main Menu

    MAIN MENU System Overview and Share Memory Size System Overview will show you BIOS version and other information about its build date and update notes. Following is CPU’s information about its Type and Speed. The variable settings in Main menu are Share Memory Size, System Time and System Date.

  • Page 106: Screen Expansion

    Screen Expansion You can set up screen wild through BIOS setting. There are two options: Enable and Disable. Enable Screen Expansion can make any image automatically become 16:10. Disable Screen Expansion will input image in original proportion.

  • Page 107: System Time And System Date

    System Time and System Date System Time This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode. The set format is [hour:minute:second]. System Date This item allows you to set the system date.

  • Page 108: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings The Advanced menu contains IDE configuration, USB support and CPU settings. Primary and Secondary IDE Master The two items display the types of the primary and secondary IDE devices installed in the computer. Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode PIO mode and more.

  • Page 109: Legacy Usb Support

    Legacy USB Support If you want to use USB device, like mouse, keyboard, portable disk, in DOS system or boot your system by USB device, you should enable this function by select Enabled.

  • Page 110: Usb Power Supply

    USB Power Supply This function enables USB power supply in modes S3/S4/S5 of power management. You can charge your electrical devices with USB interface by enabling this function even when your Notebook PC is getting into Hibernation mode. 5-10...

  • Page 111: Wireless Power Setting

    Wireless Power Setting There are two options: OFF ON BOOT and LAST STATE. If OFF ON BOOT is selected, the OS will boot without radio function turned on. If the LAST STATE is selected, OS will boot with the last status you have adjusted to radio.

  • Page 112: Boot Settings

    Boot Settings Quiet Boot This item enables you to show the vendor logo on the boot-up screen. Settings options: Disabled and Enabled. The default setting is Enabled. and 3 Boot Device Setting The three items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.

  • Page 113: Security Settings

    Security Settings Change Supervisor/User Password When you select the function, a message box will appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type the password you want, up to six characters in length and press [Enter]. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory.
  • Page 114 When the Supervisor Password is set, the new item User Access Level and Password Check will be added in the menu. You can make further settings of access right in the User Access Level item. Setting options: No Access, View Only, Limited and Full Access. The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented.

  • Page 115: Clear User Password

    Clear User Password If you have set the User Password, select this item to disable the User Password. 5-15...

  • Page 116: Exit Setting

    Exit Setting Save Changes and Exit Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. Discard Changes and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Discard Changes Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility.
  • Page 117 6. Chapter 6 Expanding and Upgrading You can expand the capabilities of your Notebook PC and upgrade you system for your necessary. This chapter introduces installation optional devices/components for your Notebook PC.

  • Page 118: Connecting The External Devices

    6.1 Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the rear panel of the computer allow you to connect peripheral devices. For the information of these I/O ports, please refer to Quick Components Guide in Chapter 1. Connecting the Peripheral Devices Port Connector Peripheral Device...
  • Page 119 (VGA Port) (VGA Cable) (IEEE 1394) (1394 Cable) Connecting the Mouse You can connect a mouse to your computer through the PS2 port or USB port. If there is no PS port available on your computer, but you only have mouse of PS2 connector, please purchase a USB connector first.
  • Page 120 Connecting the WebCam You can connect a WebCam to your computer through the USB port. To connect the WebCam: Turn on the computer and install the WebCam driver. Connect your WebCam to the computer. The computer may auto detect your WebCam driver and enable the WebCam function.
  • Page 121 Connecting the Printer If your printer has a USB interface, you can then use the USB port on the computer to connect the printer. The following instruction describes the general procedure to connect a printer: Turn off the computer. Connect one end of the printer cable to the computer’s USB port and the other end to the printer.
  • Page 122 Connecting the IEEE 1394 The IEEE 1394 port of your computer is a next-generation serial bus that features a high-speed transfer rate and the connection of up to 63 devices, allowing you to connect many high-end peripheral devices and consumer electronic appliances, such as the DV (digital video camera).

  • Page 123: Connecting The Communication Devices

    Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The RJ-45 connector of the computer allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. This built-in 10/100 Base-T LAN module supports data transfer rate up to 100Mbps.

  • Page 124: Using The Modem

    Using the Modem The built-in 56Kbps fax/data modem allows you to use a telephone line to communicate with others or to dial-up to connect the Internet. The following diagram provides the basic connection of modem. For more instructions or detailed steps on dialing-up through the modem, please ask your MIS staff or Internet service provider (ISP) for help.

  • Page 125: Installing The Pc Card

    Installing the PC Card The PC card slot of your computer allows you to install comprehensive Type-II PC cards that support various functions for your necessary, including the LAN/WLAN card, modem card and memory card. The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the PC card, including how to install and remove it.

  • Page 126: Removing The Pc Card

    Removing the PC card Press the Eject Button to make it stretch out. Push the Eject Button ( ) and the PC card will slide out. Pull it out of the slot ( Do not hold the “golden finger” when installing the PC card;...

  • Page 127: Safely Remove Hardware

    6.2 Safely Remove Hardware If you connect any peripheral device to your system, the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) will appear on the taskbar. Duble-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box. You can see all connected peripheral devices here. If you want to remove any of the devices, move the cursor to the device and click Stop.

  • Page 128: Upgrading Your System

    6.3 Upgrading your System You can upgrade your Notebook PC through the following ways: Adding memory to a maximum of 2GB. Replacing the hard disk drive. Replacing the CPU. Please NOTE that system upgrade should be done by an authorized retailer or service representative;...
  • Page 129 7. Chapter 7 Caring Your Notebook PC To ensure a trouble-free operation and reduce the risk when working, you should take good care of your computer. This chapter provides the basic guidelines to protect your computer and critical data.

  • Page 130: Protecting Your Notebook Pc

    7.1 Protecting Your Notebook PC We understand that the Notebook PC is a valuable investment and how important the data stored in your system meant to you. Therefore, we provide the following suggestions to protect your system. Locking Your Computer When you use the computer in the public area, you can secure your computer on the immovable object (such as a desk) by connecting a Kensington-compatible lock.

  • Page 131: Setting Up Password

    Setting Up Password Power-on Password You can protect your computer from unauthorized use by setting up a boot password. Once the boot password is set, it will bring up a dialog box requesting for the password whenever the computer is turned on. Operating System Password In addition to the boot password, you can also set up the password in the operating system, such as the login password and screen...

  • Page 132: Using The Anti-Virus Protection

    Using the Anti-Virus Protection About Computer Virus In one word, the computer virus is a program that replicates; therefore, it will need to attach itself to other program files, such as .exe, .com, .dll files. The virus starts to wreak havoc within the computer whenever these executable program execute.

  • Page 133: Tips For Traveling

    7.2 Tips for Traveling With your Notebook PC, you can use the computer with more versatility and in more situations than ever before. Empowered by its light weight design and optimized battery life, you can bring it to presentation and meetings whenever and wherever you want. To better help our frequent-flying users work with their Notebook PCs, we have put up some tips for them to take care of the units.

  • Page 134: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    7.3 Taking Care of Your Computer Placing and Operating Your Computer The guidelines provided in this section are the basics to take good care of your computer. Use the computer in a proper environment where the temperature is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F) and humidity not higher than 80%.

  • Page 135: Cleaning Your Computer

    Cleaning Your Computer TURN OFF the computer when you have to clean it. Clean your computer by using a soft, dry cloth ONLY: do not use the alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer. Do not clean the LCD panel by using the alcohol or detergent. Only use the soft, lint-free cloth to wipe the LCD panel gently.

  • Page 136: Conserving Battery Power

    Conserving Battery Power Efficient battery power is critical to maintain a normal operation of the system. If the battery power is not managed well, your saved data and customized settings may be lost. Follow these tips to help optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss.
  • Page 137 The battery pack uses Lithium-ion battery cells that have no “memory effect.” You do not need to discharge the battery pack before you begin charging. However, to optimized the life of battery, we suggest that once a month the power is consumed entirely.
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