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Notebook PC User’s Guide W660DI/ W660UI Model: First Edition: October 2008...
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The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. TRADEMARKS Windows™ is the trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Intel® is the trademark of Intel Corporation. Bluetooth® is the trademark owned by its proprietor. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners. Page II...
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User's Guide Standards The following standards are adopted throughout this guide: Notebook in boldface (with or without capitalization) refers to the notebook computer that you have purchased. Boldface type is also used to highlight important information in this document.
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User's Guide Before You Begin Chapter 1 Before You Begin Please read this section before you start using your computer. Checking What You Received Your notebook package should contain the following items: (a) The Notebook. (b) AC Adapter. (c) AC Power Cord. (d) CD Disc (Including Drivers, and User’s Guide).
Before You Begin User's Guide Examining Your Computer Before you start using your computer, you need to get acquainted with your notebook's main features and interfaces: Panoramic View Web Cam Lens ODD Drive Web Cam Sliding Door Fingerprint Reader Two Internal Microphones LCD Screen Battery Pack Power Button...
User's Guide Before You Begin Front View Two Speakers IEEE1394a Connector Four Media Buttons Microphone Jack Infrared Ray Receiver Headphone Jack (SPDIF) Media Card Slot (MMC/ SD/ MS/ MS-Pro Four System LEDs Cards) Rear View Battery Pack Page 1-3...
Before You Begin User's Guide Left View PCI Express Card Slot VGA Connector USB Connector Ventilation Holes HDMI Connector Kensington Lock Right View DC Jack Digital TV Antenna Connector RJ45 LAN Connector ODD Drive USB/e-SATA Connector ODD LED USB Connector Eject Button Note: This USB/ e-SATA Connector supports connection to industry standard USB...
User's Guide Before You Begin Bottom View Two Speakers Two Battery Latches ODD Drive Compartment Door (for Memory Modules) Compartment Door (for Mini-PCI sockets) Compartment Door for HDD Drive Ventilation Holes Battery Pack Warning: For better ventilation of heat generated and gathered inside the system unit, you are advised not to block the ventilation holes.
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Before You Begin User's Guide Note: Some external USB devices consume more power than this system unit can provide. In this case, these USB devices have their own power cords. To make sure this kind of USB devices can function properly, please connect these devices to the AC source first before connecting to the system unit.
User's Guide Before You Begin The Four System LEDs The Power LED Below is how the LED would behave in different situations: System is powered off, or in Hibernate mode. System is in full operation. Blinking System is in Standby mode. The Battery LED Below is how the LED would behave in different situations: Purple...
Before You Begin User's Guide The Four Status LEDs The Bluetooth LED This LED would be lit when the Bluetooth is powered on. For details on how to power on and power off the Bluetooth, please refer to Chapter 1.12. The Wireless LAN LED This LED would be lit when the Wireless LAN is powered on.
User's Guide Before You Begin The Power Button The Power Button This Power Button is programmable by user. For detail on how to program this button, please refer to the Power Options of Control Panel in Windows™ System. Note: The Power Button is located near the upper left of keyboard. For exact location, please refer to the Panoramic View diagram in Chapter 1.2.
Before You Begin User's Guide The Two Communication Buttons The Internet Button Press this button to activate the internet function. The Wireless LAN Button Press this button to power on and power off the Wireless LAN module. Powering on the Wireless LAN by pressing this button does not automatically activate the Wireless LAN function.
User's Guide Before You Begin The Four Media Buttons The Volume Decrease Button Press this button to decrease the audio volume. The Volume Increase Button Press this button to increase the audio volume. The Mute/Un-mute Button Press this button to mute and un-mute audio volume. The Play/Pause Button Press this button to play or pause media playback.
Before You Begin User's Guide Attention On PCI Express And Media Card Slots The PCI Express Card slot door is The Media Card Slot. now inserted into the system unit. The PCI Express slot door is now taken out from the system unit. Observe orientation of the door.
Before You Begin User's Guide The Fingerprint Reader Fingerprint Reader Rather than solely relying on traditional password to prevent from unauthorized access, this fingerprint reader offers your notebook an extra layer of protection. In order to take advantage on the functions and features of this fingerprint reader, you need to install the fingerprint reader program that comes along with the driver CD disc.
User's Guide Before You Begin 1.10 The AC Adapter (For DI Series) The adapter light Connect to system Once the adapter is connected to a wall socket, the light on the adapter would be on immediately. In this case when the adapter is connected to the system unit, the adapter starts providing power to the system unit as well as charging the batteries.
Before You Begin User's Guide 1.11 The AC Adapter (For UI Series) Connect to system Once the adapter is connected to the system unit, the adapter starts providing power to the system unit as well as charging the batteries. Page 1-16...
User's Guide Before You Begin 1.12 The <Fn> Key The <Fn> Function Key is located near the bottom-left corner of the keyboard. This key is used together with other keys to activate certain pre-defined functions. To activate these functions, press and hold down <Fn> together with the keys described below: Standby Switch Press this key combination (Fn+F1) to enter standby mode.
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Before You Begin User's Guide Web Cam Switch Press this key combination (Fn+F5) to power on and power off the Web Cam module. After powering on the Web Cam, you need to activate its function through Windows™. DTV Switch Press this key function combination (Fn+F6) to switch off and switch on the Digital TV Tuner module.
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User's Guide Before You Begin System Request Switch Press this key combination (Fn+ ) to execute system request. Its function is the same as the industry standard “Sys Rq” key. Mute/Un-Mute Switch Press this key combination (Fn+ ) to mute and un-mute the audio volume. Brightness Increasing Press this key combination (Fn+ ) to increase brightness of LCD display.
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Before You Begin User's Guide Note: The proper way to activate Wireless LAN, and Bluetooth® is as below: 1) Press this key combination (Fn+F2) to power on Wireless LAN. 2) Press this key combination (Fn+F4) to power on Bluetooth®. 3) Activate the application programs in Windows™. The effective range of the system Bluetooth®...
User's Guide Battery Chapter 2 Battery Battery Pack Your notebook is equipped with a high-energy rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management settings of the product, and the product features used by the customer.
Battery User's Guide Questions And Answers I can feel a mild heat next to the battery pack during recharge. Is it normal? The battery will generate heat during recharging and discharging. There is a protection circuit inside the notebook to prevent overheating. User needs not to worry.
User's Guide Battery Battery Maintenance To maintain the battery pack's maximum capacity, you should occasionally let the notebook deplete its battery power completely before recharging. To carry out a complete depletion of the battery, disconnect the AC adapter and let your notebook consume the remaining battery power.
Battery User's Guide Reducing Power Consumption Although your notebook (together with the operating system) is capable of power conservation, there are measures you can take to reduce the power consumption: Use the AC power whenever possible. Lower the intensity of the LCD backlight. A very bright screen translates to higher power usage.
User's Guide Memory Chapter 3 Memory Your notebook is equipped with a configurable memory unit. The industry standard JEDEC PC2-5300 (DDR2-667) S.O.DIMM memory module sockets are available for memory upgrade to 4096MB. The table below illustrates some of the possible ways system memory can be configured.
Memory User's Guide Limitation Of 32-bit Windows™ OS Below description applies to 32-bit Windows™ OS only, unless otherwise specified. 32-bit 32-1 Windows™ OS is confined to the limitation of 4GB (2 ) of addressable memory space. This would not be an issue when you use Windows™ to view the system memory. That is when you have installed 4GB memory as listed above, Windows™...
User's Guide Memory Removing Memory Module Below is the procedure on how to remove the memory module. Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down as shown. Remove the battery pack as shown in Chapter 2. Loosen the screw as shown by #1.
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Memory User's Guide Press the spring-locks sideways as shown by #1. The first memory module would pop up as shown by #2. Remove the first memory module as shown by #3. Press the spring-locks sideways as shown by #1. The second memory module would pop up as shown by #2.
User's Guide Turbo Memory Module (Optional) Chapter 4 Turbo Memory Module (Optional) Depending on configuration, the notebook is equipped with an optional turbo memory module. The turbo memory module provides below advantages to your notebook: faster boot time, faster overall application responsiveness, and quicker access to frequently used applications and/or files.
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Turbo Memory Module (Optional) User's Guide Remove the two screws as shown by #1. The turbo memory would pop up as shown by #2. Remove the turbo memory as shown by #3. To insert the turbo memory module, reverse the steps above. Page 4-2...
User's Guide Mini-PCI Express Module Chapter 5 Mini-PCI Express Module Depending on configurations, your notebook is equipped with a Mini-PCI Express module. The Mini-PCI Express module supports wireless LAN function. Removing Mini-PCI Express Module Below is the procedure on how to remove the Mini-PCI Express module. Make sure the system is properly shutdown.
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Mini-PCI Express Module User's Guide Disconnect the three cables as shown by #1. Remove the two screws as shown by The Mini-PCI Express module would pop up as shown by #3. Remove the Mini-PCI Express module as shown by #4. Note, there are different types of mini-PCI Express module.
User's Guide WWAN Module (Optional) Chapter 6 WWAN Module (Optional) Depending on configurations, your notebook is equipped with an optional proprietary WWAN module. The WWAN module supports WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) function. In order for this WWAN module to carry out its intended function, in addition to inserting the WWAN module, you also need to insert a SIM card into your system unit.
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WWAN Module (Optional) User's Guide Disconnect the two cables as shown by #1. Remove the two screws as shown by The WWAN module would pop up as shown by #3. Remove the WWAN module as shown by #4. Note, there are different types of WWAN module.
User's Guide WWAN Module (Optional) Inserting the SIM Card Below is the procedure on how to insert the SIM card. WWAN Module SIM Card Slot SIM Card Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down as shown. Remove the battery pack as shown in Chapter 2.
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User's Guide Digital TV Tuner Module (Optional) Chapter 7 Digital TV Tuner Module (Optional) Depending on configurations, your notebook is equipped with an optional Digital TV Tuner module. The Digital TV Tuner module supports Digital TV playback function. Removing Digital TV Tuner Module Below is the procedure on how to remove the Digital TV Tuner module.
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Digital TV Tuner Module (Optional) User's Guide Disconnect the cable as shown by Remove the two screws as shown by The Digital TV Tuner module would pop up as shown by #3. Remove the Digital TV Tuner module as shown by #4. Note, there are different types of Digital TV Tuner module.
User's Guide Digital TV Tuner Module (Optional) The Digital TV Tuner Module Antenna Before using the TV tuner module, you must connect the external antenna to the system unit as shown below. Connect external antenna to the Digital TV Tuner Module. Note: In case you need to re-install your operating system, you are advised to install TV Tuner driver.
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Digital TV Tuner Module (Optional) User's Guide Note: The system supports Windows™ Vista operating systems. Only Windows™ Vista Home Premium and Windows™ Vista Ultimate operating systems come with Windows™ Media Center that supports digital TV playback. Before using the Windows™ Media Center‟s digital TV playback function, you need to perform an one-time preliminary setup: such as searching of digital TV channels and storing of the related channel information for later use.
User's Guide The Hard Disk Drive Chapter 8 The Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with an industry standard 2.5”/9.5mm hard disk drive. Removing The Hard Disk Drive Below is the procedure on how to remove the hard disk drive. Compartment Make sure the system is properly Door...
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The Hard Disk Drive User's Guide Remove the four screws as shown by Remove the HDD bracket from the HDD drive as shown by #2. To insert the HDD drive, reverse the steps above. Page 8-2...
User’s Guide Appendix A Appendix A - Agency Regulatory Notices Safety Instructions CAUTION: Please read these safety instructions carefully. CAUTION: Please keep this User's Manual for future reference. CAUTION: Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. DO NOT use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use a clean moistened cloth.
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Appendix A User's Guide CAUTION: Verify the voltage of the power source before connecting the unit to any power outlet. WARNING: DO NOT step on or place anything over the power cord. CAUTION: All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. WARNING: If the equipment is not used for a long period of time, disconnect the equipment from the power source to avoid damage from power...
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User’s Guide Appendix A CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE THE EQUIPMENT IN TEMPERATURES BELOW -20ºC(-4ºF) OR ABOVE 60ºC(140ºF). IT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. WARNING: This computer contains an internal lithium battery-powered real-time circuit. There is a risk of explosion and injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or handled.
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Appendix A User's Guide WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer‟s instructions. Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.
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User’s Guide Appendix A CAUTION: If the computer is not sold to German area, please use only the local recognized power supply cords that are recommended by the manufacturer. WARNING: Don't expose your notebook to excessive heat or coldness (frost). Don't drop, spill fluids or open the exterior of the case. This can damage the notebook and void the warranty.
Appendix A User's Guide Agency Notice Federal Communications Commission Notice 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.
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The FCC with its action in ET Docket 93-62 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel PRO/Wireless LAN MiniPCI Adapter products meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC‟s recommended limits.
Appendix A User's Guide Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use. Use On Aircraft Caution Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
User’s Guide Appendix A European Union Notice Product with the CE Marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community and if this product has telecommunication functionality, the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in parentheses are the equivalent international standards and regulations): EN55022 (CISPR 22)
Appendix A User's Guide The wireless LAN device can currently be used indoors only in the following departments of mainland France. Indre Rhône Aisne Indre et Loire Haute Saône Allier Jura Saône et Loire Hautes Alpes Loir et Cher Sarthe Ardennes Loire Paris...
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User’s Guide Appendix A DGT Statement U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Modems This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.
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Appendix A User's Guide Japanese Modem Notice U.K. Modem Compliance Information This modem is approved by the secretary of state at the Department of Trade and Industry for connection to a single exchange line of the public switched telephone network run by certain licensed public telecommunication operators or system connected there to (Direct exchange lines only, not shared service or 1-1 carrier systems).
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User’s Guide Appendix A This modem is only approved for use of the following facilities: Storage of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined code. Initial proceed indication detection. Automatic calling / automatic answering. Tone detection. Loud-speaking facility. This modem is not approved for connection to U.K./private speech-band services. This modem does not support an automatic re-dial function.
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User’s Guide Appendix B Appendix B - Addendum If you connect your notebook to an external monitor through the VGA connector and play video full screen using Microsoft™ Media Center™ in clone mode, you may notice discontinuous sound playback. For solve this issue, you may consider to perform the steps below to reinstall the VGA driver manually.
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