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  • Page 3 Preface © Copyright 2008 © All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if...
  • Page 4 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content ................2 EFORE YOU TART ..........9 ET YOUR COMPUTER ACCLIMATE ITSELF ..........10 UMIDITY LARE ..............10 UITABLE PLACE TO WORK ..................12 NTRODUCTION ..................13 RONT ..............15 ULTI EDIA UTTONS ..................15 RONT ..................16 IEWS ..................17 IGHT ................20 ETTING TARTED AC A ............20 ONNECTING THE DAPTER...
  • Page 6 ..................44 ETUP ..................45 ETUP VGA U ..................50 TILITIES 3G C ) ..............53 ONNECTION PTIONAL ................57 ROUBLESHOOTING ................58 O SPEAKER OUTPUT ............58 OUND CANNOT BE RECORDED ..59 HE HARD DISK DRIVE DOES NOT WORK OR IS NOT RECOGNIZABLE .....59 HE HARD DRIVE IS MAKING ABNORMAL WHINING NOISES ......59 HE HARD DISK DRIVE HAS REACHED ITS CAPACITY ........60...

  • Page 8: Before You Start

    Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer. If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories.
  • Page 9 Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
  • Page 10 The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG, (2) Type SPT-2, and (3) 2-conductor. For Japan: All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” mark and in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡...
  • Page 11 Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special instructions. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into the AC adapter.
  • Page 12 Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch. Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. Die Netzanschluβsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein.
  • Page 13 Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
  • Page 14 Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen. Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H03VVH2-F sein. Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.

  • Page 15: Let Your Computer Acclimate Itself

    keinen Fall bei eingeschaltetem notebook, da hierdurch Daten verloren gehen könnten. Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts. Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case, threatening to damage the electronic parts inside.

  • Page 16: Heat , Cold , Humidity , And Glare

    Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen. Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case.

  • Page 18: Introduction

    Install the battery pack Connecting the AC adapter Opening the display panel Turning on your computer With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your notebook computer.

  • Page 19: Front View

    Camera LCD Display...
  • Page 20 Keyboard Microphone Touchpad Buttons Touchpad Power / Suspend Button Press for 1~1.5 seconds to turn on the system. Press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off the system. Press the power / suspend button again to return from the suspend mode.

  • Page 21: Multi Multi Buttons

    Silent Mode (Power Management) Internet Explorer Media Player Application Previous Mode Play/Pause Mode Next Mode Stop Mode Volume Mode Microphone/Audio Line-in Jack Stereo Headphone Jack 5-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MC/MS/MS-Pro/XD Memory Card)

  • Page 22: Left Views

    DC In Modem Port (Optional) CRT Port Ethernet / LAN Port...

  • Page 23: Right View

    USB 2.0 Port Enhanced USB 2.0 Port ” ” ” ” USB 2.0 Port Optical Drive...
  • Page 24 Kensington Lock Battery Lock Expansion Compartment Battery Compartment Battery Release Latch Hard Disk Drive...

  • Page 26: Started

    A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’s battery pack. The adapter’s AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. To connect the computer to an external power source: Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the notebook and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery.
  • Page 27 ’ ’ Hold the button down for a second or two and release. The Power- On Self Test (POST) runs automatically. After the POST is completed, the computer reads the operating system from the hard disk drive into computer memory (this is commonly referred to as “booting”...

  • Page 29: T R B Pack

    The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance.

  • Page 31: Using The Notebook Computer

    The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only Fn + F7 Increases the brightness level. Fn + F8 Decreases the brightness level. LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling. Please pay attention to the following precautions: When you are not using the computer, keep the LCD screen closed to protect it from dust.
  • Page 32 You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F4]. ’ ’ Action System Control Fn + F1 Enters Suspend Mode. Fn + F2 Enters the Silent Mode. Fn + F3 Mute/Unmute Audio/ PC beep to Output Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only Fn + F5...

  • Page 33: Touch Pad Precautions

    The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. Please take note of the following precautions. Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the TouchPad if your fingers are dirty. Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons.

  • Page 34: P B P U Bc

    “ ” “ ” To remove the battery pack from its compartment, please refer to Chapter 3, Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack. Before using the battery pack for the first time, the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status.

  • Page 35: Status

    Windows Vista has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery.
  • Page 36 time, this battery will be exhausted and system information will be lost. After installing a software application package, you may be prompted to reset the system to load the changed operating environment. To reset the system, or “reboot,” press the [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Delete] keys simultaneously.

  • Page 37: Help Windows

    Windows Vista help, click Start Help and Support icon will open the dialog box. Desktop may vary differently on the software installed in your notebook with different or additional shortcuts.
  • Page 38 Used for storing deleted files in case you want to recover and save it in your system. The files will only be deleted from the Recycle Bin permanently only if you empty it by right clicking your mouse and select the “Empty Recycle Bin”. Allows easy access to all Windows programs.
  • Page 39 The Start menu allows you to adapt and show the programs used most frequently. If you wish to keep an item, right click the item and click Pin to Start menu. Log Off will enable the current user to log off and allows a new user to log on.
  • Page 40 It is in this area that you can change how Windows looks and works. Click Start Control Panel dialog box. There are two interfaces – Classic View.

  • Page 42: Internet Connection

    There are numerous ways to connect to the Internet. This may vary from the user’s working environment as well as system specifications. Using a modem and a telephone line (optional) Using a wired LAN Using a wireless LAN Use a telephone line to connect to the modem port of your computer.

  • Page 46: Running Bios Setup

    The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is menu-driven software, which allows you to easily configure and change the settings. The BIOS contains manufacture’s default settings for the computer’s standard operations.

  • Page 47: Info Setup

    Function Command Description Leaves a sub-menu to return to the Exit previous menu OR exits the BIOS setup while saving changes. General Help Shows the Help Screen Saves changes and reboots the Save and Exit computer. <Tab> Select a field Selects the next field.

  • Page 48: Main Setup

    Under this menu, you may change time/date and view basic processor and system memory information.
  • Page 52 “ “ ” ” ” ” “ ” “ “ ” “ This process enables you to restore your system whether your system is damaged or for some other reason that you can not operate your computer. First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST (Power-On Self Test) Press F9 key quickly to activate the System Recovery Program.
  • Page 53 Click the “Recover your computer” if you want to proceed. You will be asked whether you would like to proceed with the recovery procedures. Click “OK” if you want to proceed or “Cancel” if you want to discontinue with the recovery procedures.
  • Page 54 The system will start with the recovery procedures. This illustration indicates the system has finished with the recovery procedures.

  • Page 56: Vga Utilities

    You can click the touchpad or mouse right button and select the “Properties” item. Select the “Display Settings” option to enter its window display. Click on the “Advanced Settings” tab to enter “Generic PnP Monitor on SiS Mirage 3 Graphics” window display.

  • Page 59: Connection (Optional )

    3G is the third generation of mobile phone standards and technology. 3G enable users a wide range of more advanced service while achieving greater network capacity through improved spectral efficiency. Press the hot key combination of Fn + F12 or click the 3G application icon to start executing the application.
  • Page 60 To disconnect, click on the “Disconnect” icon will exit the 3G application. Another way for 3G connection is by clicking on the “Menu” button.
  • Page 61 Select the “Setting” and click on the “Internet Connections” to enter the connection window display. Click on the “Add new Connection” in case you want to connect to other telecom company.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping. However, incorrect operations and/or mishandling may cause problems. This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting common hardware and software problems that you may encounter. When you encounter a problem, you should first try to go through the recommendations in this chapter.

  • Page 64: N O Speaker Output

    Be sure all the device drivers are installed properly. For example, without the audio driver properly installed, the speakers and microphone will not work. If external devices such as USB camera, scanner, printer do not function correctly when connected to the system, it is usually the device’s own problem.

  • Page 65: The Hard Disk Drive Does Not Work Or Is Not Recognizable

    After Click OK button, the recording volume control panel will appear. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click the Multimedia icon (or Sounds and Audio Devices icon). In the Volume or Audio page, make sure that the audio codec mentioned in the spec is the default recording device.

  • Page 66: The Hard Disk Takes Longer To Read A File

    Many browsers store files in the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance. Check the program’s Online Help for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing temporary Internet files. Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space. When you delete files, Windows saves them to the Recycle Bin.

  • Page 67: The Built - In Touch Pad Performs Erratically

    Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad. Keep the surface of the touch pad clean and dry. Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touchpad while typing or using the touch pad.

  • Page 68: The Post Does Not Show An Increased Memory Capacity When

    Certain brands of memory module may not be compatible with your system. You should ask your vendor for a list of compatible DIMM. The memory module may be defective. This is often a software or Windows-related problem. A program is draining the memory resources. Close the application programs you’re not using and restart the system.

  • Page 69: Windows Crashes Or Freezes When You Remove The Pc Card

    Make sure you have <Stop> the PC card before removing it. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon at the lower right corner of the task bar and select the card you wish to stop. When you click <Close>, in few seconds Windows will prompt you to remove the card.

  • Page 70: The Usb Device Does Not Work

    Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel. Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers. Contact the device vendor for additional support.

  • Page 72: Specification

    Supports Windows XP OS with SATA HDD Supports Windows Vista Home Basic OS (option) Supports Linux Linpus Lite 9.4 with uSSD Support Penryn CPU dual core, 45nm, TDP 35W (Montevina) 800/1066MHz FSB, 4M/ 6M L2 cache, socket P Support Pentium / Celeron CPU, TDP 35W (must use with 90W adaptor only) DDRII 667/800MHz support (800MHz module downgrade to 667MHz) RAM socket * 2...
  • Page 73 USB2.0 interface Supports 10/100 Mb/Sec. MII interface Mini Card w/ PCI-E interface IEEE 802.11 B/G support w/ 1 Antenna Support 1.3M & 2.0M Camera US 86 /UK 87/ BR 88 keys KB support PS2 Touch Pad with 2 buttons Support gesture function (optional) 14.1"...
  • Page 74 50/60Hz, 2 Pin 65 Watts. (for Penryn 25W & 35W CPU) 90 Watts (For Pentium / Celeron 35W CPU) Build-in 2 speakers Internal Microphone support Supports PnP, ACPI 3.0 Support external USB flash memory card boot up. With Phoenix BIOS and 1MB flash ROM “Smart Power II”...

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