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  • Page 1 Notebook PC User’s Guide...

  • Page 3: Notational Conventions

    Notational Conventions Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. Note: Identifies additional information that requires special attention. Warning : Identifies additional information that requires special attention. Tip : Identifies additional information that requires special attention. Caution: Identifies important information that, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to the computer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Overview Chapter - 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Chapter - 2 Knowing the Parts Chapter - 3 Getting Started Chapter - 4 Using the Notebook PC Chapter - 5 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 5: Taking Care Of Your Notebook Pc

    TAKING CARE OF YOUR NOTEBOOK PC DO NOT use your notebook computer under DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work To prevent possible overheating of the computer's DO NOT press or touch the display panel. surfaces. harsh conditions. processor, make sure you don't block the openings provided for ventilation.
  • Page 6 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 7: Introducing The Notebook Pc

    Introducing the Notebook PC Chapter - 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Congratulation on the purchase of new HCL Notebook Computer! Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport.
  • Page 8 User's Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Posture When You Are Using the Computer Please use the computer with your body relaxed and with a good sitting posture. For this, please pay attention to the following tips. Adjust the height of the desk and the chair to look down from a position a little bit higher than the screen. Adjust the chair until you can lean your back closely on the chair and sit down with your back stretched.
  • Page 9 User's Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Adjust the angle of the display to the position with which you can see the display clearly You won't see the screen clearly if the display reflects light. In addition, the visibility of the display varies with the angle due to its feature.

  • Page 10: Important Safety Instructions

    Please keep the notebook computer away from humidity. Lay the notebook computer on a reliable surface when installing. A drop or fall may cause injury. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence the notebook computer can be protected from overheating.
  • Page 11 All cautions and warnings on the notebook computer should be noted. If the notebook computer is not in use for a long time, disconnect it from mains to avoid possible damage by transient over-voltage. Never pour any liquid into openings as this may cause fire or electrical shock.

  • Page 12: Airplane Precautions

    User's Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Airplane Precautions Contact your airlines personnel if you want to use the Notebook PC in 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 13: Preparing Your Notebook Pc

    User's Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3.

  • Page 14: Knowing The Parts

    Knowing the Parts Chapter - 2 Knowing the Parts Basic details of the Notebook PC Front side The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features.
  • Page 15 User's Guide Knowing the Parts Before you Start Camera (on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear fat panel which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors without any harmful radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel.
  • Page 16 User's Guide Knowing the Parts Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.

  • Page 17: Right Side

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Flash Memory Slot This Notebook PC has a Built-in memory card reader that can read four types of memory cards(Multimedia Card (MMC) / Secure Digital Card (SD)/MS/MS PRO).

  • Page 18: Left Side

    User's Guide Knowing the Parts Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.
  • Page 19 User's Guide Knowing the Parts Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    User's Guide Getting Started Chapter - 3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power 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.

  • Page 21: Using Battery Power

    User's Guide Getting Started 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 22: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    User's Guide Getting Started Installing and Removing the battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures to install 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.
  • Page 23 For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO not disassemble the battery. If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact HCL authorised service center Note: To achieve optimal battery performance, you may need to do a battery calibration at a 3-month interval.

  • Page 24: Checking Battery Power

    User's Guide Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack

    User's Guide Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC you will have to charge the battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power using the power adapter. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time.

  • Page 26: Emergency Shutdown

    User's Guide Getting Started 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, there is a additional way to shutdown your Notebook PC: Hold the power button over 4 seconds...

  • Page 27: Special Keyboard Functions

    User's Guide Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot keys The following define the colored function 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 28 User's Guide Getting Started Fn + F9 : Enable/Disable the Touchpad. Fn + F10 : Enable/Disable the WLAN and Bluetooth, The time lapse between on and off should be at least 5 seconds. Fn + F11 : Enable/Disable the CCD camera. Fn + F12 : Enable/Disable 3G application.
  • Page 29 User's Guide Getting Started On Screen Display (OSD) OSD (On Screen Display) provides you an easy access to the function key you normally use in executing some of the application you would like to perform. Other alternative is by executing the hot key combination we provide which is imprinted on the upper portion of the keyboard.
  • Page 30 User's Guide Getting Started OSD-Bar Icon Caps Locks On Num Locks On Scroll Locks On RF On Web Cam On RF On Mobile Broadband On The OSD bar can be shown on the side bar or you can drag it anywhere either on top (horizontally) or on the sides (vertically) of your screen.

  • Page 31: Using The Notebook Pc

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Chapter - 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may offer its customers the choice of a pre-installed operating system such as Windows Vista. The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. Support Software (On selected models only) This Notebook PC comes with a driver CD’s (optional) that provides, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help...

  • Page 32: Pointing Device

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC's integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two button and scrolling knob PS/2 mouse. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided.

  • Page 33: Caring For The Touchpad

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of the following precaution: Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet.

  • Page 34: Storage Devices

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC 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 Flash memory reader Flash Memory Card Reader 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 Pro.

  • Page 35: Network Connection

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Connections Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100 BASE-TX speed, your network cable must be category 5 or better (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring.
  • Page 36 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementing the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN (WLAN), the optional built-in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) technologies on 2.4 Ghz or 5 Ghz frequencies (depending of the card specifications).

  • Page 37: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC If you have included an PCIe Wireless LAN card make sure that the Wireless LAN module is on before installing the driver. Use the Fn + F10 key combination to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated.
  • Page 38 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC 3. A list of currently available networks will appear. Note: Network and Sharing Center: You can also use the Network and Sharing Center control panel in Windows (Network and Internet) to connect to any available wireless networks. 4.
  • Page 39 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC 6. Move the cursor over the taskbar icon to see the connection status (see below). 7. To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon , and then select Connect or disconnect to access the network menu, and click Disconnect (or right-click the icon , and then click Disconnect from).

  • Page 40: Using The Usb Port

    127 devices can be attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.

  • Page 41: Using The External Monitor Port

    1.Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off. The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the monitor is being connected. Although you can connect the external Monitor without power off the computer and the external monitor, however, it is harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices.

  • Page 42: Using The External Audio System

    User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Using the External Audio System At the right side of your computer, you will find the built-in audio ports. You can connect Microphone jacks, earphone or powered speaker. To connect to a audio jack: 1.
  • Page 43 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC Bluetooth Module (on selected models) Before installing the Bluetooth driver, make sure that the optional Bluetooth module is on. And then install Bluetooth driver from the driver CD. Warning: Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft: The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited.
  • Page 44 User's Guide Using the Notebook PC 5. Then select the sending and give send file. To Receive a Data/File 1. Power on the Bluetooth by pressing Fn+F10 function key or Hot Key. 2. Right click on the Bluetooth tray icon is select Receive a file. 3.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    User's Guide Troubleshooting Chapter - 5 Troubleshooting...
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  • Page 52 User's Guide Troubleshooting If the symbol is appear in OSD bar icon, then Num Lock is turned ON.

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