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  • Page 3 NOTEBOOK PC User's Guide NB-Atlas/Wings...

  • Page 4: Notational Conventions

    Notational Conventions Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. Note: Tips and information for special situations. Warning ! Important information that must be followed for safe operation. Tip : Tips and useful information for completing tasks. Caution: identifies important information that, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to the computer.
  • Page 5 Overview Chapter - 1 Introducing the Notebook Chapter - 2 Knowing the Parts Chapter - 3 Getting Started Chapter - 4 Using the Notebook PC...

  • Page 6: Taking Care Of Your Notebook Pc

    TAKING CARE OF YOUR NOTEBOOK PC DO NOT use your notebook computer under To prevent possible overheating of the computer's DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work DO NOT press or touch the display panel. harsh conditions. processor, make sure you don't block the openings surfaces.
  • Page 7 Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity DO NOT tamper with the batteries. Keep them DO NOT expose the computer to rain or DO NOT place near fire or other sources of heat. by keeping it away fromA/C and heating vents. away from children.

  • Page 8: Introducing The Notebook

    You can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Note : The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC.

  • Page 9: Airplane Precautions

    Introducing the Notebook PC Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings.

  • Page 10: Preparing Your Notebook Pc

    3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC Important : When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the notebook PC by the display panel!

  • Page 11: Knowing The Parts

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Chapter - 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
  • Page 12 Press the display panel button to open the display panel. Warning : When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
  • Page 13 User's Guide Knowing the Parts Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. Status Indicators (top) Status indicator details are described in Chapter - 3. Keyboard The keyboard providers full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) the palm rest for both hands.

  • Page 14: Bottom Side

    Warning : The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents.
  • Page 15 Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows us moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be replaced as a single unit through an authorized vendor.
  • Page 16 There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory in installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules for authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.

  • Page 17: Right Side

    Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. PC Card Slot One PCMCIA 2.1 compliant PC Card socket is available to support one type I/II PC card. The socket supports 32-bit CardBus.
  • Page 18 Important : The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC.

  • Page 19: Left Side

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. ® Kensington Lock Port ® ® The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington compatible Notebook PC security products.
  • Page 20 Knowing the Parts Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (R.W.) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details on each model.

  • Page 21: Front Side

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers).
  • Page 22 User's Guide Knowing the Parts Microphone input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disable the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

  • Page 23: Rear Side

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Expansion Port The expansion port provides an easy-to-use docking solution to desktop peripherals and other accessories through a single connector.

  • Page 24: Battery Pack

    Note: If you attached an optional port bar, it also has an RJ-45 LAN port. Both the R. 45 LAN port on the Notebook PC and the port bar cannot be used simultaneously. Connect only one LAN port at a time.

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any 100V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters.

  • Page 26: Using Battery Power

    Important : Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC's adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing.

  • Page 27: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    Important : Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. To Install the battery Pack :...

  • Page 28: Charging The Battery Pack

    Important : To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back Note : Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON. This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and...
  • Page 29 Tools tab, (4) click Check Now, (5) select a hard disk drive, (6) select Thorough to also check for physical damages, and (7) click Start. Important : If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing. Continued use my result in data loss.

  • Page 30: Checking Battery Power

    A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel.

  • Page 31: Battery Care

    Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. Fully draining and charging the battery once a day every day will last over a year but how long beyond that will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC is used.

  • Page 32: Emergency Shutdown

    Important : To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, you have a additional way to shutdown your...

  • Page 33: Special Keyboard Functions

    Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot keys The following define the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.
  • Page 34 User's Guide Getting Started Speaker Crossed-Out Icon(F6): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Window OS). Speaker Down Icon(F7): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Window OS). Spake Up Icon(F8): Increases the speaker volume (only in Window OS). CD Play/Pause Icons (F9): During CD stop, begins CD play. During CD play, pauses CD play.

  • Page 35: Keyboard As A Numeric Keypad

    NumLock on both keyboards simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the (Num LK/ Scr LK) keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications.

  • Page 36: Switches And Status Indicators

    Power 4 Gear Key The power4 Gear button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time during various events. When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear will switch between four modes in the AC power mode segment.

  • Page 37: Power Switch

    The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened.

  • Page 38: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators Top of keyboard Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes proportional to the access time. Number Lock Indicates that number lock (Num LK) is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input.

  • Page 39: Power Indicator

    Power Indicator The green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to- Disk (Hibernation) mode.

  • Page 40: Using The Notebook Pc

    Ths driver CD contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre-installed. The driver CD does not include the operating system itself. The driver CD is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install.
  • Page 41 Contact your retailer if your require such a solution. Note : Some of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Models with Sonoma or Napa chipsets Notebook PC models with the latest chipsets will automatically disable the Notebook PC’s touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached.
  • Page 42 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC's integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts: therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some applications software.

  • Page 43: Moving The Cursor

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Moving The Cursor Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the cursor. Scrolling (on selected models) Slide your finger up or down on the right side to scroll a window up or down.
  • Page 44 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly form the corresponding icon you select. Move the cursor 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 45 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button.

  • Page 46: Caring For The Touchpad

    The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices:...
  • Page 47 Cards are 5mm, and Type III Cards are 10.5mm thick. Type I and II Cards can be used in a single socket and Type III Cards take up two sockets. Type III cards are only supported on Notebook PC's with two PC card sockets.
  • Page 48 2. Insert the PC card with the connector side first for a sticker, icon, or marking on one side of and label side up. Standard PC cards will be the connector representing the top side. flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted.
  • Page 49 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) To remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove.

  • Page 50: Optical Drive

    Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC's power is ON, press 2. Gently pull on the drive's front panel and slide the drive's eject button and the tray will eject the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch out partially.
  • Page 51 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC 1. Hole the disc by the edge and face the disc's 2. Slowly push the drive's tray back in. The drive printed side up. Push down on both sides of will begin reading the table of contents (TOC) the disc's center until the disc snaps onto the on the disc.

  • Page 52: Using The Optical Drive

    Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions form your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical drive tray will scratch the CD.

  • Page 53: Listening To Audio Cd

    Normally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital camera, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built- in memory card reader that can read the following flash memory cards: Secure Digital (SD), Multi-Media Card (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Select (MS Select), Memory Sticks Duo (with MS adapter), Memory Stick Pro, and Memory Stick Pro Duo (with MS Pro adapter).

  • Page 54: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable 2.5" (6.3cm) wide and approximately .374" (.95cm) high IDE hard disk drive. Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen.

  • Page 55: Modem Connection

    Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. Note: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode)or else you will disconnect the modem connections.
  • Page 56 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem: 4-17...

  • Page 57: Network Connection

    100/1000Mbps, it must be connected to a 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T hub (not a BASET4 hub). For 10Base- T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. 10/100 Mbps Full-Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with “duplex” enabled. The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user-intervention is required.
  • Page 58 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller. 4-19...
  • Page 59 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) features. Ad-hoc mode The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in this wireless environment. (All devices must install optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.)
  • Page 60 Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Note: If your Notebook PC did not come with built-in Bluetooth, you need to connect a USB or PC Card Bluetooth module in order to use Bluetooth. Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your mobile phone.
  • Page 61 Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices You first need to pair your Notebook PC with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can connect to it. Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled device is turned ON and ready to accept a pair. Launch...

  • Page 62: Stand By And Hibernate

    Windows. You can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. “Stand by” and “Hibernate” saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components. When you resume your work, your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way will reappear as if you never left.

  • Page 63: Power Management Modes

    Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 64: Suspend Mode

    In “Stand by” (STR) and “Hibernation” (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The suspend mode is the lowest power state of the Notebook PC. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the [Fn][F1] keys.
  • Page 65 There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU).

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