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Page 2 Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
Page 3: Eup-Standby And Off Mode Power Consumption Statement
Preface R&TTE Directive This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc- tive 1999/5/EC. This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Lux- embourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slov- enia.
Page 4 Preface CE Marking This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at- tained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation.
Page 5: Fcc Statement
Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.
Page 6: Fcc Rf Radiation Exposure Statement
Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Page 8: Instructions For Care And Operation
Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it.
Page 9: Power Safety
Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: • When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by  its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load Power Safety of all the connected devices.
Page 10: Cleaning
Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock.
Page 11: Ergonomics
Preface Ergonomics We designed your Multimedia PC system to be functional as well as attractive. To get most out of it, here are some suggestions on how to position and use the computer: • The top third of the LCD (screen) should be at eye-level or slightly below. •...
Page 12 Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. • Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. •...
Page 13: Wall Mounting Information
Preface Wall Mounting Information The computer may be mounted on a wall for display. The system meets VESA MIS-D Standard (100mm * 100mm) for wall mounting. However if you intend to wall mount the system please contact your service center for information in order to avoid personal injury, or damage to the computer.
Page 14: Table Of Contents
Preface Contents Notice ................................I EuP-Standby and Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ..............II FCC Statement ............................IV FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: ..................... V Instructions for Care and Operation ......................VII Power Safety ............................VIII Cleaning ..............................IX Servicing ..............................IX Ergonomics ..............................X Wall Mounting Information ........................
Page 15 Preface LED Indicators & Buttons .........................1-9 On Screen Display Indicators ........................1-10 System Map: Left View ...........................1-11 System Map: Right View .........................1-12 System Map: Rear View ..........................1-13 Windows Control Panel ...........................1-14 Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop ......................1-15 Windows 8 Charms Bar ...........................1-19 Windows 8 Control Panel ........................1-21 Windows 8 Taskbar ..........................1-24 Keyboard Shortcuts - Windows 8 ......................1-25...
Page 16 Preface Multi-in-1 Card Reader ..........................2-6 ExpressCard Slot ............................2-7 Inserting and Removing ExpressCards .............................2-7 Audio Features ............................2-8 Setup for Audio Recording ........................2-9 Power Management Overview ..............................3-1 AC/DC Adapter ............................3-2 Turning On the Computer ..........................3-3 Power Plans ...............................3-4 Power-Saving States ..........................3-6 Sleep ................................3-6 Hibernate ..............................3-7 Shut down ..............................3-7 Configuring the Power Buttons .........................3-8...
Page 17 Preface User Account Control ..........................4-6 Windows Security Message ........................4-6 New Hardware Found ..........................4-6 Driver Installation Procedure ........................4-7 Chipset ...............................4-7 Video ................................4-7 LAN ................................4-7 ExpressCard/Card Reader ..........................4-7 On Screen Display .............................4-7 MEI Driver ..............................4-7 Audio .................................4-7 Windows Experience Index ........................4-8 Optional Drivers ............................4-9 BIOS Utilities Overview ..............................5-1 The Setup Utility ............................5-2...
Page 18 Preface System Time & Date (Main Menu) ......................5-5 SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................5-6 System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) ....................5-6 MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision ..............5-6 Advanced Menu ............................5-7 Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) ..................5-7 Bluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) ..........5-8 Intel Smart Connect Technology (Advanced Menu) .................5-8 Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu) .................5-8 Intel Anti-Theft Technology (Advanced Menu) ..................5-8...
Page 19 Preface OS Select (Boot Menu) ..........................5-13 UEFI Boot (Boot Menu > OS Select) .....................5-13 Exit Menu ..............................5-14 Upgrading The Computer Overview ..............................6-1 When Not to Upgrade ..........................6-2 Removing the Rear Top Cover ........................6-3 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive .........................6-6 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) ....................6-8 Upgrading the Processor ..........................6-11 Modules &...
Page 20 Preface 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation ................7-18 Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation ....................7-19 Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 8 ....................7-20 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ......................7-23 IRST Driver Installation ..........................7-23 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver ....................7-24 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration ..................7-25 Intel®...
Page 21 Preface Problems & Possible Solutions ........................8-7 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview ..............................A-1 Computer Ports and Jacks .........................A-2 Card Reader Port ............................A-2 DC-In Jack ..............................A-2 e-SATA Port .............................A-2 Headphone-Out Jack ..........................A-2 Microphone-In Jack ..........................A-2 RJ-45 LAN Jack ............................A-2 RS-232 COM/Serial Ports ........................A-3 Security Lock Slot ............................A-3 USB 2.0/1.1 Ports .............................A-3 USB 3.0 Port .............................A-3...
Page 22 Preface To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar) ................B-8 Specifications Processor ..............................C-2 Processor ..............................C-2 Core Logic ..............................C-3 Display ..............................C-3 Memory ..............................C-3 Video Adapter ............................C-3 BIOS .................................C-3 Storage ..............................C-3 Audio ................................C-3 Interface ..............................C-3 Card Reader ..............................C-4 Slots ................................C-4 Communication ............................C-4 Power Management ..........................C-4 Power ................................C-4 Security ..............................C-4 Operating System ............................C-4...
Page 23 Preface Environmental Spec ..........................C-5 Physical Dimensions & Weight ........................C-5 Windows 7 Overview ..............................D-1 Turning On the Computer .........................D-2 LED Indicators & Buttons ........................D-3 On Screen Display Indicators/Buttons ......................D-4 Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel ....................D-5 Video Features ............................D-6 Configuring an External Display in Windows 7 ..................D-8 Power Options ............................D-11 Power Plans .............................D-12 Audio Features ............................D-14...
Page 24 Preface PC Camera Module (Windows 7) ......................D-27 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) ......................D-35 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7...................D-40 Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Intel® PROSet Wireless ............D-43 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 7) ................D-54 Bluetooth Connection Problems ......................D-61 Intel®...
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Page 26: Quick Start Guide Overview
Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: •...
Page 27: Advanced Users
Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 “Upgrading The Computer”...
Page 28: Not Included
Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 8) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.  Drivers If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install the drivers listed in “Drivers &...
Page 29: System Software
Quick Start Guide System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find the Windows 7 (with Service Pack 1 in- stalled) and Windows 8 operating systems are supported.
Page 30: System Startup
Quick Start Guide System Startup Remove all packing materials, CDs/DVDs and floppy disks etc. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the computer to their ports (e.g keyboard and mouse etc.) Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack located under the LCD, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
Page 31: System Map: Front View
Quick Start Guide System Map: Front View Built-In PC Camera PC Camera LED Built-In Microphone LCD (With Optional Touch Panel for Windows 7 OS) Power & System Activity LED Indicators Function Buttons* Power Button* RJ-45 LAN Jack 2 * USB Ports 10.
Page 32: Tilting & Adjusting The Lcd Screen Height
Quick Start Guide Tilting & Adjusting the LCD Screen Height It is possible to tilt the LCD screen in order to get the best possible viewing angle of the screen without glare etc, and to raise/lower the screen height in order to get the best possible vertical viewing position of the screen. •...
Page 33 Quick Start Guide • Carefully apply pressure at the top of the screen to tilt it. • Note that the screen has no fixed lock position and you are free to raise/lower and tilt the screen to any position the stand allows (do not force it beyond the point of resistance). ...
Page 34: Led Indicators & Buttons
Quick Start Guide LED Indicators & Buttons The buttons located under the front panel icons allow you to make screen and input adjustments. The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. Figure 1 - 5 - Front Icons Icon Color Description...
Page 35: On Screen Display Indicators
Quick Start Guide On Screen Display Indicators Press the function menu button (see Table 1 - 2, on page 1 - 9) to bring up the On Screen Display. The OSD provides visual indicators for brightness, volume, WLAN, Bluetooth and camera power toggle (note that the camera and Bluetooth power indicators will only display if the modules are included in your purchase configu- ration) are available when the OSD driver is installed (see “On Screen Display”...
Page 36: System Map: Left View
Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 6 Left View  Stand Multi-in-1 Card Multi-in-1 Card Reader Reader The card reader allows you to use the most ExpressCard Slot popular digital storage card formats: (see page MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC 3 * USB 3.0 Ports SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / Headphone/...
Page 37: System Map: Right View
Quick Start Guide System Map: Right View Figure 1 - 7 - Right View  Stand Optical Device Drive Bay Changing DVD Regional Codes (for CD/DVD Device - see Go to the Control Panel and double-click page Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), Security Lock Slot then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives.
Page 38: System Map: Rear View
Quick Start Guide System Map: Rear View Figure 1 - 8 Rear View  Stand Rear Component Cover The CPU is not a user serviceable Vent/Fan Intake part. Opening this compartment, or Security Lock Slot accessing the CPU in any way, Carrying Handle may violate your warranty.
Page 39: Windows Control Panel
Quick Start Guide Windows Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and applications within Windows are accessed from the Start menu in Win- dows 7 (Windows 7’s standard interface is the desktop), and from the Desktop in Windows 8 (see page 1 - 21 for more information on the Windows 8 Control Panel).
Page 40: Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Start Screen & Desktop The apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 8 are accessed from the Metro user interface’s Start screen and/or Windows Desktop. The Desktop (which runs as an app within the Start screen) can be ac- cessed by clicking/tapping the Desktop item in the Start screen (or by using the Windows Logo Key key combination).
Page 41 Quick Start Guide Apps & Tiles The Windows 8 Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on one screen so you will often need use the slider at the bottom of the screen in order to view all the necessary Apps.
Page 42 Quick Start Guide Desktop Application When the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen or use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination), and you are using a keyboard, you can use lower left hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop.
Page 43 Quick Start Guide When the Desktop app is running you can right-click (keyboard only) the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to bring up an  advanced context menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Fea- Display Most tures, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, Windows Explorer, Command Prompt, Recently Used...
Page 44: Windows 8 Charms Bar
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Charms Bar The right side of the screen displays the Windows 8 Charms Bar. The Charms Bar contains the Search, Share, Start, Devices and Settings menus. To access up the Charms Bar move the cursor to the upper or lower right corners of the screen, and then hover over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate it (the bar will be black when it is active), or use the Windows Logo Key + C key combination.
Page 45 Quick Start Guide Charms Bar Items • Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control panel settings with instantaneous results. • Share : This button is used to share information with people via mail or social networks. •...
Page 46: Windows 8 Control Panel
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control Panel is much the same as that in Windows 7, however it can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8. •...
Page 47 Quick Start Guide • When in the Desktop app (this does not apply to the Start screen) click on Settings in the Windows Charms Bar and select Control Panel from the menu. Figure 1 - 18 - Settings Charms Bar (Desktop App Only) •...
Page 48 Quick Start Guide • Right-click the lower left hot corner to bring up the menu and select Control Panel (see Figure 1 - 13 on page 1 - 18).  Keyboard Shortcut to Control Panel You can also use keyboard shortcuts to access the Control Panel. Press the Windows logo key and X to bring up the context menu, and then press P to bring up the Control Panel.
Page 49: Windows 8 Taskbar
Quick Start Guide Windows 8 Taskbar In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the task- bar. In Windows 8 the taskbar is accessed from the Desktop application. If you are in the Start screen you will need to click the Desktop app to switch to the Desktop.
Page 50: Keyboard Shortcuts - Windows 8
Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts - Windows 8  If you are using a keyboard with this system then note the function of the Windows Windows Logo Logo Key & Menu/Application Key (in the Start screen). The following keyboard Keyboard Shortcut shortcuts are useful for navigation/operation in Windows 8.
Page 51: Video Features
Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances and Personalization) in Windows 8 in the same manner as Windows 7 running the Desktop app (see “Desktop Application” on page 1 - 17 Appendix B).
Page 52 Quick Start Guide To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 8: Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category. Adjust resolution.  Right-Click Desktop App You can right-click the desktop and select Screen resolution (Figure 1 - 22).
Page 53 Quick Start Guide To access the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile control panel: Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 22 on page 1 - 27) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Win- dows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) (Figure 1 - 23 on page 1 - 28).
Page 54: Power Options
Quick Start Guide Power Options Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in Set- tings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8 may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/ Sleep to the menu - see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu”...
Page 55: Running Metro Ui Apps
Quick Start Guide Running Metro UI Apps To run apps in the Metro UI in Windows 8 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control Settings are compatible with the system requirements. Screen Resolution Settings Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination).
Page 56 Quick Start Guide User Account Control Settings If your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can't run Metro apps, then that you have to check the status of User Account Control (UAC). Metro apps may fail to open when the UAC is turned off.
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Page 58: Features & Components Overview
Features & Components Chapter 2: Features & Components Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer: • Hard Disk Drive • Optical (CD/DVD) Device • Multi-in-1 Card Reader • ExpressCard Slot •...
Page 59: Hard Disk Drive
Features & Components Hard Disk Drive  The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk can be Power Safety taken out to accommodate two other 2.5"serial (SATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm.
Page 60: Optical (Cd/Dvd) Device
Features & Components Optical (CD/DVD) Device  There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de- Volume Adjustment vice will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on page C - 3). The The sound volume level optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:”...
Page 61: Handling Cds Or Dvds
Features & Components Handling CDs or DVDs  Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be CD Emergency Eject accessed. If you need to manually eject a CD (e.g.
Page 62: Dvd Regional Codes
Features & Components DVD Regional Codes  To change the DVD regional codes: DVD Region Note Go to the Control Panel Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to DVD region detection is DVD/CD-ROM drives. device dependent, not Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and OS-dependent.
Page 63: Multi-In-1 Card Reader
Features & Components Multi-in-1 Card Reader  The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the Card Reader Cover card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk (s).
Page 64: Expresscard Slot
Features & Components ExpressCard Slot  The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34/54 slot that reads Express Card/ ExpressCard Slot 34 and ExpressCard/54 formats. ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA (PC Cover Cards). Make sure you keep the ExpressCard/54 is used for applications cover in the Express- which require a larger interface slot, e.g.
Page 65: Audio Features
Features & Components Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar The sound volume level notification area/control panel of the Desktop app (right-click the taskbar notifica- can be set using the vol- tion area icon to bring up an audio menu).
Page 66: Setup For Audio Recording
Features & Components Setup for Audio Recording To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc- tions below: Go to the Control Panel. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (Hardware and Sound), or right-click the taskbar icon and select Sound Manager.
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Page 68: Power Management Overview
Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management  Overview OS Note Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man- functions will vary slight- agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer ly depending on your (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.
Page 69: Ac/Dc Adapter
Power Management AC/DC Adapter Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ DC adapter will damage the computer and its components. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack located under the LCD. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
Page 70: Turning On The Computer
Power Management Turning On the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- er button on the front panel. When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down).
Page 71: Power Plans
Power Management Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You Resuming can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one. Operation The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and Table 3 - 1, on to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
Page 72 Power Management Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma- chine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance. Choose High performance (you may need to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan) for maximum performance.
Page 73: Power-Saving States
Power Management Power-Saving States  You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where Wake On LAN you left off. Win 8 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving states. Support (Windows 8) Sleep Wake-On-LAN is only In Sleep all of your work, settings and preferences are saved to memory before the supported from Sleep or system sleeps.
Page 74: Hibernate
Power Management Hibernate Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost.
Page 75: Configuring The Power Buttons
Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons  The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Sleep or Hibernate. Password In Sleep, the LED will blink green. In Hibernate the LED will be orange. If only Protection the display is turned off, the LED will remain green.
Page 76 Power Management Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel 1 - 29 (see page Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” Click Choose what the power buttons do. Click to put a tick in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings.
Page 77: Resuming Operation
Power Management Resuming Operation You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button, or in some cases pressing the sleep button (see your keyboard documentation). Icon Color Power Status To Resume Power Off Press the Power Button Table 3 - 1 Resuming Press the Power Button...
Page 78 Power Management Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Win- dows 8 interfaces/apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Log off, Change a password and Task Manager options. If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu appears to display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.
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Page 80: Drivers & Utilities
Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities  This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or Driver Installation & improvement of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of Power some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available op- When installing driv- erating systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities.
Page 81 Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation (Windows 8) Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the computer’s DVD drive. Click the message “Tap to choose what happens with this disc.” Click Run autorun.exe.  Driver Installation If you miss the message above you can eject the De- vice Drivers &...
Page 82: What To Install
Drivers & Utilities Follow the instructions to install the driver. Alternatively click Start, navigate (Browse..) to the executable file and then follow the manual setup instructions. Note: If you need to reinstall any driver, you should uninstall the driver first. Figure 4 - 2 - Drivers Installer Screens Figure 4 - 3 on page 4 - 9...
Page 83: Driver Installation (Windows 8
Drivers & Utilities Windows 8 Driver Page # Windows 8 Driver Page # Chipset Page 4 - 7 PC Camera Module (Windows 8) - No driver is required for Windows 8 Video Page 4 - 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 8) Page 7 - 9 Page 4 - 7 Bluetooth &...
Page 84: Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers
Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it er application and browse to the executable file in the may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do appropriate driver folder.
Page 85: User Account Control
Drivers & Utilities User Account Control New Hardware Found If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of If you see the message “New Hardware Found” dur- the driver installation procedure, click Continue or ing the installation procedure (other than when out- Allow, and follow the installation procedure as direct- lined in the driver install procedure), click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation proce-...
Page 86: Driver Installation Procedure
Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure On Screen Display Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual 1. Click 5.Install OSD Driver > Yes. disc into your DVD drive and click Install Drivers 2. Click Next > Next. (button). 3.
Page 87: Windows Experience Index
Drivers & Utilities (see overleaf) Windows Experience Index  After the drivers are installed follow this procedure to Windows Update ensure an accurate rating from the Windows Experi- After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- ence Index: dows Update in order to get all the latest security up- dates etc., (all updates will include the latest hotfixes 1.
Page 88: Optional Drivers
Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in- cluded in your purchase option. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Option Drivers (button) to access the optional driver menu.
Page 89 Drivers & Utilities 4 - 10...
Page 90: Bios Utilities Overview
BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities  BIOS Screens Overview Note that BIOS This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: screens pictured these pages are intend- If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes to the ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s system (e.g.
Page 91: The Setup Utility
BIOS Utilities The Setup Utility  Each time you turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a BIOS Settings POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). Warning As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. If there Incorrect settings can is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a system summary cause your system to...
Page 92: Failing The Post
BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non- fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized distributor/supplier as soon as possible.
Page 93: Setup Screens
BIOS Utilities Setup Screens  The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a heading, a Setup Menus new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make chang- Setup menus es to Setup.
Page 94: Main Menu
BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu System Time & Date (Main Menu) The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings.
Page 95: Sata Port # (Main Menu)
BIOS Utilities SATA Port # (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/ HDD on the computer’s SATA Ports. System/Extended Memory: (Main Menu) This item contains information on the system memory, and is not user configurable. The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed.
Page 96: Advanced Menu
BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to adjust the Bluetooth Power Setting. Advanced Menu 5 - 7...
Page 97: Bluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)
BIOS Utilities Bluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) You can adjust the Bluetooth module power setting to your preference. The default setting (Disabled) will see the Bluetooth module powered off when the system is started up or restarted. Enabling the power setting will have the module retain the last power status (on or off) before any restart or shut down.
Page 98: Sata Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)
BIOS Utilities SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)  You can configure SATA (Serial ATA) control to operate in IDE (native/compati- ble), AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) modes from this menu. The SATA Mode SATA Mode should be set BEFORE installing an operating system, and after you Selection have backed up all necessary files and data (see sidebar).
Page 99: Security Menu
BIOS Utilities Security Menu  Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself, and also access to your machine as it boots up after you turn it on. These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your...
Page 100: Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)
BIOS Utilities Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu)  You can set a password for access to the Aptio Setup Utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS (only the Aptio Setup Utility). If you set a supervisor Password Warning password you can then add a user password.
Page 101: Boot Menu
BIOS Utilities Boot Menu  BIOS Settings Warning Incorrect settings can cause your system to malfunction. To correct mistakes, return to Set- up and restore the Pre- vious Values with <F2>, or Optimized De- faults with <F3>. UEFI Boot & POST When UEFI Boot is en- abled, then the prompts to press F2 or F7 will...
Page 102: Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu)
BIOS Utilities Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) Use the arrow keys to move up and down the menu, and press Enter to select a device from the Boot Option # list. You can go to either CD/DVD ROM Drive Priorities, Hard Drive BBS Priorities or Network Device BBS Priorities and press Enter to select a device (the selected device will be highlighted in white).
Page 103: Exit Menu
BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 5 Exit Menu  BIOS Screens Note that BIOS screens pictured these pages are intend- ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS. BIOS versions are sub- ject to constant change and revision, therefore your computer’s actual Click Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made.
Page 104: Upgrading The Computer Overview
Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview  This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps out- lined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can con- Warranty Warning tact your service representative for further help.
Page 105: When Not To Upgrade
Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade  These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac- ing parts. Power Safety Warning You should not perform any of these upgrades if: Before you undertake upgrade proce- • Your system is still under warranty or a service contract dures, make sure that •...
Page 106: Removing The Rear Top Cover
Upgrading The Computer Removing the Rear Top Cover Before undertaking any upgrade procedure it is necessary to remove the rear top cover to access the components. Turn off the computer and disconnect all cables and peripherals. Carefully place the computer flat with the LCD facing down (make sure you cover the LCD to avoid scratches) so that you may access the rear cover.
Page 107 Upgrading The Computer Slide the rear top cover until the arrow is aligned with the unlock icon Figure 6 - 2 Rear Top Cover Unlock 6 - 4 Removing the Rear Top Cover...
Page 108 Upgrading The Computer When the arrow is aligned with the unlock icon you can remove the rear top cover Figure 6 - 3 Rear Top Cover Removal Removing the Rear Top Cover 6 - 5...
Page 109: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive  The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard HDD System disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page C - 3).
Page 110 Upgrading The Computer Slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow , and then slide it in the direction of arrow to remove it. Figure 6 - 5 Hard Disk Assembly Removal Remove the adhesive hard disk cover Figure 6 - 6 Hard Disk Cover Removal Reverse the process to install a new hard disk.
Page 111: Upgrading The System Memory (Ram)
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)  The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO- Contact Warning DIMM) DDRIII (DDR3) type memory modules (see “Memory” on page C - 2 details of supported module types). Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn...
Page 112 Upgrading The Computer Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the arrows ( & Figure 6 - Figure 6 - 8 RAM Module Release The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.
Page 113 Upgrading The Computer Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory socket (see sidebar note if you are inserting a single module). Figure 6 - 9 RAM Module Removal ...
Page 114: Upgrading The Processor
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor  If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast- er/new one you will need to contact your customer service representative. We rec- Warranty ommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incorrectly you may The CPU is not a user damage the processor or mainboard.
Page 115 Upgrading The Computer 6 - 12...
Page 116: Modules & Options Overview
Modules & Options Chapter 7: Modules & Options Overview This chapter contains information on the following modules, which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please contact your service representative. • PC Camera Module (Windows 8) •...
Page 117: Pc Camera Module (Windows 8)
Modules & Options PC Camera Module (Windows 8) When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated in (see Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 - 6). Note that you need to use the Camera app in Windows 8 to take pictures and capture video.
Page 118: Pc Camera Audio Setup
Modules & Options PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Go to the Control Panel. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound) and click Recording (tab). Right-click, hold and release Microphone (Realtek High Definition Audio) and make sure the item is not disabled.
Page 119: Metro Ui Camera App
Modules & Options Metro UI Camera App Run the Camera app from the Metro UI by clicking on the Camera app icon The camera interface is a translucent app bar with three buttons. Figure 7 - 2 Camera App Bar •...
Page 120 Modules & Options You can also click on More to adjust Brightness, Contrast and Flicker (if you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting here). Figure 7 - 4 More Camera Options •...
Page 121: Taking Pictures/Capturing Video
Modules & Options Taking Pictures/Capturing Video Run the Camera app from the Metro UI by clicking on the Camera app icon Click to select the timer if you require a countdown before capture. Click to select either photo or video modes. Click in the main window to take a picture or start video capture (if video capture begins a timer will appear in the bottom right corner of the screen).
Page 122 Modules & Options A scroll arrow will appear on the left side of the screen after any pictures/videos have been captured. Click the arrows (on either side of the screen) to browse through the captured photos/video, and back to the Camera app. Clicking on a captured photo will bring up an app bar with Crop and Delete buttons.
Page 123 Modules & Options Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties).
Page 124: Wireless Lan Module (Windows 8)
Modules & Options Wireless LAN Module (Windows 8) If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party module in your purchase option see the following pages for driver installation and configuration information or see “Wire- less LAN Module (Windows 7)” on page D - 35 for Windows 7 configuration infor- mation.
Page 125: 3Rd Party 802.11B/G/N Driver Installation
Modules & Options 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4.
Page 126: Intel® Wlan Driver Installation
Modules & Options Intel® WLAN Driver Installation 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 3. Click Option Drivers (button). 4.
Page 127: Wlan Configuration In Windows 8
Modules & Options WLAN Configuration in Windows 8 You can configure a wireless connection using one of the following options before configuration begins. Charms Bar Go to the Charms Bar. Select Settings and then click/tap the WiFi icon (it should read Available under the icon).
Page 128 Modules & Options Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not. When you are connected to the network access point it will display the Connected icon Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a...
Page 129 Modules & Options Desktop Mode Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the wireless icon in the notification area of the taskbar. A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect).
Page 130 Modules & Options Control Panel If you are in Category View do the following (see over for Icon View): Open the Control Panel. Click the Network and Internet control panel. Click Connect to a network. Figure 7 - 11 Network and Internet Control Panel A list of available access points will appear.
Page 131 Modules & Options If you are in Icon View do the following: Open the Control Panel. Click Network and Sharing Center. Click Change Adapter Settings. Double-click Wi-Fi. Figure 7 - 12 Network and Sharing Center Control Panel A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect).
Page 132: Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Module (Windows 8)
Modules & Options Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 8) If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth module (either Intel® or 3rd Party) then install the driver as instructed overleaf. “Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 7)” on page D - 54 for Win- dows 7 configuration information.
Page 133: 3Rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation
Modules & Options 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required for the 3rd Party combo Bluetooth and WLAN module (Bluetooth V4.0) only. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the The Combination Wire- window.
Page 134: Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation
Modules & Options Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the The Combination Wire- window.
Page 135: Bluetooth Configuration In Windows 8
Modules & Options Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 8 You can configure a Bluetooth connection as below. Desktop Mode Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the App or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the notification area of the taskbar and double-click the Bluetooth icon click and select Show Bluetooth Devices).
Page 136 Modules & Options Click Add a Device. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer. Figure 7 - 14 PC Settings (Devices) - Add A Device) On first connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device.
Page 137 Modules & Options To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices Switch to the Windows Desktop (click/tap the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination). Click the notification area of the taskbar, click/tap the Bluetooth icon and click Open Settings.
Page 138: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
Modules & Options Intel Rapid Storage Technology ® Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology to support your SATA drive if set up in AHCI mode in the BIOS (see “SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - IRST Driver Installation 1.
Page 139: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver
Modules & Options Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver ® Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. System Requirements to support Intel® Rapid Start Technology: •...
Page 140: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from the BIOS (see “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - Go the Windows Control Panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management Right-click the SSD and select Shrink Volume from the menu.
Page 141 Modules & Options Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB”. Figure 7 - 18 Shrink Volume Size Click Shrink (any unallocated file space may be formatted for storage use). ...
Page 142 Modules & Options Run the Desktop app and right-click the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) and select Command Prompt (Admin). Figure 7 - 19 Search for CMD Prompt Type “DISKPART”. At the DISKPART command type “list disk”. Figure 7 - 20 Diskpart - List Disk Intel®...
Page 143 Modules & Options Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to the results obtained from "list disk" for exact disk number). 10. The message “Disk # is now the selected disk.” will appear. Figure 7 - 21 Diskpart - Select Disk #...
Page 144 Modules & Options 13. Type “detail disk”. Figure 7 - 23 Diskpart - Detail Disk 14. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from "detail disk" for the exact volume number). 15.
Page 145 Modules & Options 16. Type “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84). Figure 7 - 25 Diskpart - Set id=84 Override 17. The message “DiskPart successfully set the partition ID.” will appear. 18. Close the CMD window. 19.
Page 146: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation
Modules & Options Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install Rapid Start Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5.
Page 147: Intel® Smart Connect Technology
Modules & Options Intel® Smart Connect Technology  Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically, and briefly, wakes the computer Intel® Smart Connect from Sleep mode in order to update information for certain applications (e.g. to get Technology System mail from Microsoft Outlook) as required. These updates can therefore be made Requirements without having to turn the computer on, and applications will be up to date when the Note that in order to sup-...
Page 148: Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration
Modules & Options Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration Access the Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology application from the Start menu. Click Basic (tab) and adjust the slider to set the update frequency (note that the slider balances between “More Frequent Updates” and “More Battery Life”). In order to update any applications, they will need to be on and running when the computer enters Sleep mode.
Page 149 Modules & Options Click Advanced (tab) to access the Extended Power Savings settings. Extended Power Savings allows you to set a time period during which the computer will update less often (e.g. at night while you are asleep or whenever you are at work).
Page 150 Modules & Options Click the Help tab and click Topics to access the main Help menu.  Intel WLAN Modules If your purchase option includes an Intel WLAN module, (with Intel’s PROSet Wireless Con- nection Utility stalled), Intel® Smart Connect Technology will search for WiFi net- works around you that...
Page 151: Intel Smart Connect & Intel Rapid Start Technology
Modules & Options Intel Smart Connect & Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology wakes the computer from Sleep mode in order to update application information. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power.
Page 152 Modules & Options Disable Intel Rapid Start Technology by clicking the Off button, and clicking Save. Click Timer to make sure it is on, and adjust the slider to select a time to delay entering Rapid Start from running, and click Save. Figure 7 - 31 ®...
Page 153: Intel® Wireless Display Application
Modules & Options Intel Wireless Display Application ®  The Intel ® Wireless Display Application (requires Intel® Centrino WLAN/ Compatible Combo module), in conjunction with a compatible video adapter (purchased sep- Adapters arately), allows you to display the contents of the notebook display on another dis- play (e.g.
Page 154: Intel® Widi Application Installation
Modules & Options Intel WiDi Application Installation ® 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 6.Install WiDi AP > Yes. 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click/tap Next. 6.
Page 155: Intel® Widi Application Configuration
Modules & Options Intel WiDi Application Configuration ® Double-click the Intel(R) Wireless Display icon on the desktop. Click I agree to the terms of this license (button). The application will scan for any connected compatible adapters (or you can click/ tap the Scan for available adapters button to enable Intel My WiFi Technology).
Page 156 Modules & Options Click to select any detected adapters, and click Connect. The system will then prompt you to enter the 4-digit security code which will be displayed on the external TV Screen (or press the connect button on the wireless speaker adapter).
Page 157 Modules & Options You will then be prompted to enter a name for the video adapter and click/tap Continue. Click Finished to complete the setup. Figure 7 - 34 ® Intel WiDi Connected 7 - 42 Intel® Wireless Display Application...
Page 158: Troubleshooting Overview
Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.
Page 159: Basic Hints And Tips
Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap- pears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, make sure it is actually working.
Page 160: Backup And General Maintenance
Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wal- let.
Page 161: Viruses
Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the defini- tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.
Page 162: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software
Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing.
Page 163 Troubleshooting • Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or more system components, or software programs. If possible, go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still occurs. •...
Page 164: Problems & Possible Solutions
Troubleshooting Problems & Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not blocked. If this hot. doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface.
Page 165 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The DVD-ROM cannot The DVD-ROM is dirty. Clean it with a DVD-ROM cleaner kit. be read. The Optical Disk Drive The compact disc is not correctly placed in the tray. Gently try to remove the disc using the eject tray will not open when hole (see “Loading Discs”...
Page 166 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution Wireless LAN/ The driver(s) for the module(s) have not been installed. Make sure you have installed the driver Bluetooth/PC Camera for the appropriate module See the instructions in Chapter 7 “Modules & Options” for the modules cannot appropriate module (no driver is required for the PC Camera module in Windows 8) in Windows...
Page 167 Troubleshooting 8 - 10 Problems & Possible Solutions...
Page 168: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1...
Page 169: Computer Ports And Jacks
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Computer Ports and Jacks Item Description Card Reader Port The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device. DC-In Jack Plug the supplied AC/DC adapter into this jack to power your computer.
Page 170: Com/Serial Ports
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description RS-232 COM/Serial The RS-232 COM/serial is a communication interface for data transfer, through which information Ports transfers in or out one bit at a time. These ports can be used to connect the computer to devices such as terminals and peripherals.
Page 171 Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 4...
Page 172: Intel Video Driver Controls
Intel Video Driver Controls Appendix B: Intel Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on  page 1 - DVMT Notes Intel Video Driver Installation DVMT is not local video memory. Make sure you install all the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - DVMT is not user-con- Video...
Page 173: Intel® Graphics & Media Control Panel
Intel Video Driver Controls Intel Graphics & Media Control Panel ® Advanced video configuration options are provided by the Intel Graphics and ® Media Control Panel. To access the control panel see below and overleaf: Click the Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel icon in the Start screen. Figure B - 1 Start Screen Intel ®...
Page 174 Intel Video Driver Controls Right-click the Desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu. Click Advanced settings in the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button). Double-click the Intel(R) G&M control panel in the Windows Control Panel. Figure B - 2 Intel ®...
Page 175 Intel Video Driver Controls You may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriate  menu tab on the left of the menu and adjusting the settings on the right. Options & Support Click Options & Sup- port and select an item from the sub-menu to bring up the help and...
Page 176: Display Devices & Options
Intel Video Driver Controls Display Devices & Options  Besides the built-in LCD you can also use an external monitor/flat panel display/TV Default Display Mode connected to the external monitor port as your display device. The table below out- lines the display options. The initial default dis- play mode when first at- ...
Page 177: Attaching Other Displays
Intel Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays  If you prefer to use an external display, connect it to the external monitor port. Multiple Display To Clone Displays: At least one other dis- Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. play must be attached in Go to the Intel(R) G&M control panel and click Display >...
Page 178 Intel Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop:  Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) G&M control panel and click Display > Multiple Displays. Display Settings Click Operating Mode and select Extended Desktop from the menu. Extended Desktop Click Apply, and OK to confirm the settings change.
Page 179: To Configure Displays From Devices (Charms Bar
Intel Video Driver Controls To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar)  Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go the Charms Bar and select Devices. Windows Logo Key Click Second Screen. + P Key Click on any one of the options from the menu to select Duplicate, Extend or a Combination Single display.
Page 180 Intel Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display in Windows 8 You can also use the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows 8 to configure an external display. Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see “Video Features”...
Page 181 Intel Video Driver Controls You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure B - 8 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) •...
Page 182: Specifications
Specifications Appendix C: Specifications  Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your distributor/supplier for details.
Page 183: Processor
Specifications Processor Intel® Core i5-3110M (2.4GHz) Processor Mobile Processor Intel® Core i7-3612QM (2.10GHz) Intel® Core i3-2370M (2.4GHz) 3M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), Quad-Core Mobile Processor Mobile Processor DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W 6M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), 3M L3 Cache, 32nm (32 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TDP 35W DDR3-1333MHz, TDP 35W Intel®...
Page 184: Core Logic
Specifications Core Logic Video Adapter Audio Mobile Intel® HM76 Express Chipset Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel® HD High Definition Audio Graphics / Intel® HD Graphics 3000 / Built-In Microphone Display Intel® HD Graphics 4000): 2 Built-In Speakers Dynamic Frequency 19"(48.26cm) WXGA+ (1440 * 900) 16:10 Interface Intel®...
Page 185: Card Reader
Specifications Card Reader Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 2*2 Power (802.11 b/g/n) Half Mini-Card PCIe WLAN + Embedded Multi-In-1 Card Reader Full Range AC/DC Adapter – AC in 100 - Bluetooth V4.0+HS Combo Module 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19V, 4.74A - MMC/ RS MMC (Factory Option) (90 Watts)
Page 186: Led Indicators
Specifications LED Indicators Power / Suspend, HDD/ODD, PC Camera Environmental Spec Temperature ° ° Operating: C - 35 Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Relative Humidity Operating: 20% - 80% Non-Operating: 10% - 90% Physical Dimensions & Weight 450mm (w) * 312mm (d) * 53.5 - 151mm (h) Model A: 6.7Kg with ODD 7.1Kg with ODD and Hard Glass Screen...
Page 187 Specifications C - 6...
Page 188: Windows 7 Overview
Windows 7 Appendix D: Windows 7 Overview This Appendix contains information (including control panel information, driver installation etc.) for users of the Windows 7 OS. You can refer to the main manual for details of hardware, BIOS, modules etc. However any information specific to Windows 7 will be included in this Appendix, as well as details on how to access the applications and control panels etc.
Page 189: Turning On The Computer
Windows 7 Turning On the Computer  Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- Forced Off er button on the front panel. If the system “hangs”, When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ and the Ctrl + Alt + Del Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and key combination doesn’t...
Page 190: Led Indicators & Buttons
Windows 7 LED Indicators & Buttons The buttons located under the front panel icons allow you to make screen and input adjustments. The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. Figure D - 1 - Front Icons Icon Color Description...
Page 191: On Screen Display Indicators/Buttons
Windows 7 On Screen Display Indicators/Buttons Press the function menu button for about two seconds to bring up the On Screen Display. The OSD provides visual indicators for brightness, volume, camera power toggle and WLAN/Bluetooth power toggle (the camera, WLAN and Bluetooth power indicators will only display if the modules are included in your purchase configu- ration) when the OSD driver is installed (see page “On Screen Display”...
Page 192: Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel
Windows 7 Windows 7 Start Menu & Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 7 are accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop.
Page 193: D - 6 Video Features
Windows 7 Video Features You can configure display options from the Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 7. For more detailed video information see Appendix To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: Click Start and click Control Panel. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category.
Page 194 Windows 7 To access the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile control panel: Click Advanced settings (Figure D - 3 on page D - 6) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Win- dows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) (Figure D - 4 on page D - 7) .
Page 195: Configuring An External Display In Windows 7
Windows 7 Configuring an External Display in Windows 7 You can also use the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows 7 to configure an external display. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see “Video Features”...
Page 196 Windows 7 You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure D - 6 - Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options (Win 7) • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s). •...
Page 197 Windows 7 Using the Windows Logo Key + P Key Combination to Switch Displays You can also use the + P key combination to quickly change display configuration and modes (this is partic- ularly useful when attaching a projector) in Windows 7. Attach your display to the external monitor port and turn it on.
Page 198: Power Options
Windows 7 Power Options The Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows allows you to configure pow- er management features for your computer. You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the options for the power button, sleep button, display and sleep mode from the left menu. Note that the power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance.
Page 199: Power Plans
Windows 7 Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one. Password The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and It is recommended that to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
Page 200 Windows 7 Adding Hibernate Shut Down Menu in Windows 7 Hibernate mode will not appear in the Shut Down menu by default. If you want to add Hibernate mode to the Shut Down menu do so as follows. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel. Click Change plan settings for the currently active power plan.
Page 201: D - 14 Audio Features
Windows 7 Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the notifica- The sound volume level tion area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon to bring up an is set using the volume audio menu).
Page 202 Windows 7 Setup for Audio Recording To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instructions below: Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel) and make sure you are in Classic View.
Page 203: Tablet Pc Input Options For Touch Screen
Windows 7 Tablet PC Input Options for Touch Screen Tablet PC settings (for touch screen input) may be customized from the Tablet PC Settings in Windows 7. To access the control panel click Start, and then click Control Panel. The Tablet PC Settings and Pen and Touch control panel are in the Hardware and Sound category. Figure D - 13 - Pen and Touch &...
Page 204 Windows 7 Click Tablet PC Settings and click Other. Click Go to Input Panel Settings (in Tablet PC Input Panel Options) to configure where and how the Tablet PC Input Panel appears. Figure D - 14 - Input Panel Settings Tablet PC Input Options for Touch Screen D - 17...
Page 205 Windows 7 Click Go to Pen and Touch (in Tablet PC Input Panel Options) to configure the Pen Options, flicks and handwriting etc. Figure D - 15 - Pen and Touch Settings When not in use the Tablet PC Input Panel docks at the side of the screen (and may be docked at either side of the screen at any height) with just a small portion visible.
Page 206 Windows 7 Move the pen over the TIC and then tap it to activate it. The input panel allows you to input text without the use of a keyboard. You can use the writing pad (write continuously), character pad (write one character at a time) or touch keyboard to input text.
Page 207: D - 20 Driver Installation
Windows 7 Driver Installation Check the driver installation order from Table D - 4, on page D - 21 (the drivers must be installed in Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual this order) which is the same as that listed in the disc into the DVD drive and click Install Drivers/Op- Drivers Installer menu below.
Page 208 Windows 7 Win 7 SP1/Win 8 Driver Page # Win 7 SP1/Win 8 Driver Page # PC Camera Module (Windows 7) Chipset Page D - 24 Page D - 27 (Not required for Windows 8) Video Page D - 24 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) Page D - 35 Page D - 24...
Page 209: Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers
Windows 7 Manual Driver Installation Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it er application and browse to the executable file in the may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do appropriate driver folder.
Page 210: User Account Control
Windows 7 User Account Control New Hardware Found If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of If you see the message “New Hardware Found” dur- the driver installation procedure, click Continue or ing the installation procedure (other than when out- Allow, and follow the installation procedure as direct- lined in the driver install procedure), click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation proce-...
Page 211: Driver Installation Procedure
Windows 7 Driver Installation Procedure ExpressCard/Card Reader Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual 1. Click 4.Install Cardreader Driver > Yes. disc into your DVD drive and click Install Drivers 2. Click Finish. (button). On Screen Display Chipset 1.
Page 212 Windows 7 Audio 3. Click “Rate this computer”. 4. The computer will take a few minutes to assess 1. Click 8.Install Audio Driver > Yes. the system performance. 2. Click Next. 5. Close the control panel. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. ...
Page 213: Optional Drivers
Windows 7 Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table D - 4, on page D - 21 for the driver installation procedures for any modules included in your purchase option. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Option Drivers (button) to access the optional driver menu.
Page 214: Pc Camera Module (Windows 7
Windows 7 PC Camera Module (Windows 7) Before installing the Windows 7 PC Camera driver, make sure the PC Camera is on. Use the On Screen Display button ( see page D - 4 ) to toggle power to the PC Camera module. When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated in (see Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 -...
Page 215 Windows 7 PC Camera Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Make sure the camera module is on before beginning the installation process (use the On Screen Display to toggle power to the camera module - see page 3.
Page 216 Windows 7 PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Click Start, and click Control Panel (or point to Settings and click Control Panel). Click Sound (Hardware and Sound).
Page 217 Windows 7 Right-click Figure D - 21 - Audio Setup for PC Camera D - 30 PC Camera Module (Windows 7)
Page 218 Windows 7 Camera Application The camera application is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and testing, and for capturing video files to .avi format. Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut (it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture process - see below).
Page 219 Windows 7 Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties).
Page 220 Windows 7 Eliminating Screen Flicker  If you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options. Latest PC Camera Driver Information Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. Go to Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter..
Page 221 Windows 7 Taking Still Pictures  The camera application allows you to take still pictures. Snapshot Folder 1. Run the camera application from the desktop shortcut. 2. Go to Options and select Take Picture. The Snapshot folder’s 3. The picture (in JPEG format) will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the default location is on the desktop.
Page 222: Wireless Lan Module (Windows 7
Windows 7 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party module in your purchase option use the On Screen Display button ( see page D - 4 ) to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module, and make sure that the module is on before install- ing the driver.
Page 223 Windows 7 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. 1. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Man- ual disc into the DVD drive.
Page 224 Windows 7 Intel® WLAN Driver Installation For a standard Intel® WLAN driver installation and configuration choose the Typical Installation below and use the Windows OS for Wireless LAN control (see overleaf). If you want to use Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility as your WLAN interface, and/or add Intel® MyWifi Technology (Personal Area Net- work) see overleaf.
Page 225 Windows 7 Custom Installation (for Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility):  1. If you see the message “Found New Hardware” click Cancel to close the window. Intel® My WiFi 2. Make sure the module is powered on, and then insert the Device Drivers & If you want to install In- Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive.
Page 226 Windows 7 Figure D - 23 Install Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 39...
Page 227: Connecting To A Wireless Network In Windows 7
Windows 7 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7 Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on. Click the taskbar wireless icon , and then double-click an access point to connect to or click to Open Net- work and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the taskbar menu (a list of options will appear allowing setting changes, and creating a new network).
Page 228 Windows 7 You may need to enter a security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect. Click to select a network location (e.g. Home, Work or Public). Click “View or change settings in Network and Sharing Center” to access further options for the connection. Figure D - 25 - Network Location Set Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 41...
Page 229 Windows 7 Click the taskbar icon to see any currently connected networks. To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon , click the active connection and then click Disconnect (button).  Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a secure network.
Page 230: Connecting To A Wireless Network Using Intel® Proset Wireless
Windows 7 Intel Connecting to a Wireless Network Using ® PROSet Wireless (For Intel® WLAN Modules Only) Make sure the Wireless LAN module is on. Access the Intel® WiFi Connection Utility from the Start menu (Start > All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless >...
Page 231 Windows 7 Click Connect to connect to the select WiFi network access point. If the access point is encrypted then you will need to enter the password and click OK. Figure D - 28 - Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility (Connecting & Connected) You can turn WiFi On/WiFi Off from the button at the bottom of the Utility.
Page 232 Windows 7 Installing Intel® MyWiFi Technology (for Intel® WLAN Modules Only) If you want to install Intel® MyWifi Technology (Personal Area Network) then follow the procedure outlined here. Note that if you wish to install Intel® MyWiFi you will need to install Microsoft.net Framework 4.0 (or later version) before installing the driver as per the procedure below.
Page 233 Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Configuration You can configure the My WiFi settings as follows. 1.Make sure the Wireless LAN module is on. 2.Access the Intel® WiFi Connection Utility from the Start menu (Start > All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > Intel(R) My WiFi Dashboard), or click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar (or right-click and select Open Dashboard).
Page 234 Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Interface Help Wireless ON/OFF Configuration Options & Preferences Figure D - 30 Intel® My WiFi Utility - Interface Your Computer Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 47...
Page 235 Windows 7 Intel® My WiFi Help Click the Help icon in the dashboard to bring up the Help menu and select and item from the Contents menu to obtain the help information. Help Figure D - 31 Intel® My WiFi Utility - Help Your D - 48 Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7)
Page 236 Windows 7 Preferences Click the Options icon and select Preferences to configure the options. Help Figure D - 32 Intel® My WiFi Utility - Preferences Your Computer Wireless LAN Module (Windows 7) D - 49...
Page 237 Windows 7 Hotspot You can turn the computer into a hotspot to allow other devices to connect to it (and any locally connected devices), and also (if available) the internet. 1.Click the Hotspot icon to turn the Hotspot on. 2.The Hotspot settings tab shows the SSID and password (you will need to enter this information when accessing the Hotspot from the client computer/device).
Page 238 Windows 7 Finding Devices You can find any Nearby Devices by clicking the Refresh button in the main window. Click again at any time to update the list. If a lot of devices are found they will be listed on multiple pages and you can use the left or right buttons to turn the pages.
Page 239 Windows 7 Favorite Devices The Favorite Devices tab is where you keep devices to which you connect most of- ten, and this is particularly useful in environments where many devices are listed nearby. A favorite device will display the icon To make any device a favorite just click to select it and select Add Favorite.
Page 240 Windows 7 Connect to a Device Click the device you want to connect to, and click the connect icon An invitation will be sent to the target device. The user must then accept the invitation. After the invitation is accepted the connection will be made. Use the Windows Network and Sharing Center to set permissions for viewing and sharing the resources on your computer with another connected computer.
Page 241: Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Module (Windows 7
Windows 7 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module (Windows 7)  If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth mod- Bluetooth Data ule (either Intel® or 3rd Party) then install the driver as instructed from the appro- Transfer priate page (see below).
Page 242 Windows 7 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required for the 3rd Party combo Bluetooth and WLAN module (Bluetooth V4.0) only. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 1. Before installing the driver make sure the Bluetooth module is powered The Combination Wire- on ( use the On Screen Display button to toggle power to the module), then less LAN &...
Page 243 Windows 7 Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation  Note this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN module only. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 1. Before installing the driver make sure the Bluetooth module is powered The Combination Wire- on (use the On Screen Display button ), then insert the Device Drivers &...
Page 244: Standard Bluetooth Configuration In Windows 7
Windows 7 Standard Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7  Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it Turn your Bluetooth device (e.g. PDA, mobile phone etc.) on. Add a Device Make the device discoverable (to do this check your device documentation). Click Start, and click Con- trol Panel and then click De- To Turn the Bluetooth Module On...
Page 245 Windows 7 To Add a Bluetooth Device Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel and click Add a device. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer.  Pairing Options If a device has been pre- viously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when you at- tempt subsequent con-...
Page 246 Windows 7 Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and follow any on-screen instructions to complete the pairing.  Pairing Codes The example outlined here shows a connection to a mobile de- vice. Other devices e.g. computers, may have a slightly different connection procedure, and may require you to confirm a pairing code is correct on both devices.
Page 247 Windows 7 To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device Click the taskbar icon and select Show Bluetooth Devices. Right-click on the device you want to change and click Properties to: • Change the name of the device (click Bluetooth, type a new name and click OK). •...
Page 248: Bluetooth Connection Problems
Windows 7 Bluetooth Connection Problems If you are experiencing problems connecting to some Bluetooth devices (in particular certain mobile phones and headsets) it maybe necessary to download and install the Windows Mobile Device Center software (for Win- dows Vista and Windows 7). Go to the Microsoft website and search for the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Windows Vista (64-bit or 32-bit) and Windows 7 (64-bit or 32-bit), and then download the driver.
Page 249 Windows 7 Right-click Bluetooth Peripheral Device and click on Update Driver Software. Click Browse my computer for driver software. Click Let Me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. Figure D - 41 - Browse my computer.../Let me pick from... Select Bluetooth Radios from the list.
Page 250 Windows 7 10. A list of drivers will appear with Manufacturer on one side and Model in the other. 11. Choose Microsoft Corporation (make sure you choose the full name Microsoft Corporation and do not choose Microsoft - Note that you must have installed the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Microsoft Corporation to appear in the list).
Page 251 Windows 7 15. The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile-based device support under Bluetooth Radios. 16. You will need to repeat the process for any other Bluetooth Peripheral Devices listed under Other Devices. Figure D - 44 - Device Manager - Bluetooth Radio D - 64 Bluetooth Connection Problems...
Page 252: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
Windows 7 Intel Rapid Storage Technology ® Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology to support your SATA drive if set up in AHCI mode in the BIOS (see “SATA Mode Selection (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - IRST Driver Installation 1.
Page 253: D - 66 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver
Windows 7 Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver ® Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. System Requirements to support Intel® Rapid Start Technology: •...
Page 254 Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from the BIOS (see “Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management Right-click the SSD and select Shrink Volume from the menu.
Page 255 Windows 7 4. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB”. Figure D - 46 Shrink Volume Size 5. Click Shrink (any unallocated file space may be formatted for storage use). ...
Page 256 Windows 7 Click the Start menu and type “CMD” in the search box. Click CMD from the found list. Figure D - 47 Search for CMD Prompt Type “DISKPART”. At the DISKPART command type “list disk”. Figure D - 48 Diskpart - List Disk Intel®...
Page 257 Windows 7 10.Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to the results obtained from "list disk" for exact disk number). 11.The message “Disk # is now the selected disk.” will appear. Figure D - 49 Diskpart - Select Disk #...
Page 258 Windows 7 14. Type “detail disk”. Figure D - 51 Diskpart - Detail Disk 15. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from "detail disk" for the exact volume number). 16. The message “Volume # is now the selected volume.” will appear. Figure D - 52 Diskpart - Select Volume #...
Page 259 Windows 7 17.Type “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84). Figure D - 53 Diskpart - Set id=84 Override 18.The message “DiskPart successfully set the partition ID.” will appear. 19.Close the CMD window. 20.Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)>...
Page 260 Windows 7 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 5.Install Rapid Start Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next > Yes > Next > Next. 5.
Page 261: Intel® Smart Connect Technology
Windows 7 Intel® Smart Connect Technology  Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically, and briefly, wakes the computer Intel® Smart Connect from Sleep mode in order to update information for certain applications (e.g. to get Technology System mail from Microsoft Outlook) as required. These updates can therefore be made Requirements without having to turn the computer on, and applications will be up to date when the Note that in order to sup-...
Page 262 Windows 7 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration Access the Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology application from the Start menu. Click Basic (tab) and adjust the slider to set the update frequency (note that the slider balances between “More Frequent Updates” and “More Battery Life”). Note the sidebar warning about the use of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology aboard aircraft and make sure your wireless LAN module is off during air travel.
Page 263 Windows 7 5. Click Advanced (tab) to access the Extended Power Savings settings. 6. Extended Power Savings allows you to set a time period during which the computer will update less often (e.g. at night while you are asleep or whenever you are at work).
Page 264 Windows 7 Click the Help tab and click Topics to access the main Help menu.  Intel WLAN Modules If your purchase option includes an Intel WLAN module, (with Intel’s PROSet Wireless Con- nection Utility stalled), Intel® Smart Connect Technology will search for WiFi net- works around you that you have previously ac-...
Page 265 Windows 7 Intel Smart Connect & Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology wakes the computer from Sleep mode in order to update application information. Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 5 to 6 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power.
Page 266: Intel® Wireless Display Application (Windows 7
Windows 7 Intel Wireless Display Application (Windows 7) ®  The Intel ® Wireless Display Application (requires Intel® Centrino WLAN/ Compatible Combo module), in conjunction with a compatible video adapter (purchased sep- Adapters arately), allows you to display the contents of the notebook display on another dis- play (e.g.
Page 267 Windows 7 Intel WiDi Application Installation ® 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 7.Install WiDi AP > Yes. 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next. 6.
Page 268 Windows 7 Intel WiDi Application Configuration ® Click Start > All Programs > Intel Corporation > Intel(R) Wireless Display > Intel(R) Wireless Display, or double click the icon on the desktop. Click I agree to the terms of this license (button). The application will scan for any connected compatible adapters (or you can click the Scan for available adapters button to enable Intel My WiFi Technology).
Page 269 Windows 7 Click to select any detected adapters, and click Connect. The system will then prompt you to enter the 4-digit security code which will be displayed on the external TV Screen (or press the connect button on the wireless speaker adapter). Enter the code for the video adapter and click Continue.
Page 270 Windows 7 You will then be prompted to enter a name for the video adapter and click Continue. Click Finished to complete the setup.  Test Audio Adapter To verify a successful au- dio connection (for Intel® Wireless Music), select the “Test your audio connection”...
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