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  • Page 1 Preface Notebook User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Chapter 1: Preface Content................1-2 Regulations and Statements .........1-4 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ..1-4 FCC Conditions............1-4 CE Conformity.............1-4 Battery Regulations.............1-5 WEEE Statement ............1-5 Safety Instructions ............1-6 Trademarks ..............1-8 Reversion History............1-8 Chapter 2: Introductions Manual Map..............2-2 Unpacking ...............2-2 Product Overview............2-3 Top-Open View............2-3 Front Side View ............2-8 Right Side View ............2-10...
  • Page 3 Basic Operations............3-10 Safety and Comfort Tips..........3-10 Knowing the Keyboard ..........3-12 Wireless Activation for Windows 8 ......3-16 Knowing the Touchpad ..........3-17 About Hard Disk Drive..........3-19 Using the Optical Storage Device ......3-19 Connecting the External Devices .......3-21 Peripheral Devices ............3-21 Communication Devices ...........3-22 Components Replacement and Upgrade ....3-23...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Preface

    Preface Regulations and Statements FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 5: Battery Regulations

    Battery Regulations European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations. Taiwan: For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Preface Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 7 Always keep the strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the equipment. When installing the coaxial cable to the TV Tuner, it is necessary to ensure that the metal shield is reliable connected to protective earthing system of the building. Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial...

  • Page 8: Trademarks

    Preface Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. SRS Premium Sound, SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. THX and THX TruStudio Pro are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Introductions

    Introductions...

  • Page 10: Manual Map

    Introductions Congratulations on becoming an user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the notebook shown in this section may vary from the actual one that users purchased. Top-open View The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook.
  • Page 12 Introductions Webcam This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conferencing, and any other interactive applications. Webcam LED indicator, next to the webcam, grows orange when webcam function is activated; LED goes out when this function is turned off. Internal Microphone This is the built-in microphone and its function is the same with microphone.
  • Page 13 To enable the WLAN or Bluetooth function, please refer to the instructions provided in “Wireless Activation for Windows 8.” in chapter 3. Touch this sensor to switch the display off instantly to economize the power consumption. Display Off Hit any key at the keyboard to switch on the display. Touch this sensor to eject the disc tray of the optical device drive.
  • Page 14 Introductions Touchpad This is the pointing device of the notebook. Touchpad Switch Press this button to enable or disable the touchpad function. The touchpad indicator, if equipped, glows when the touchpad function is disabled. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard. Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools.
  • Page 15 General [Fn] Keys Increase the Keyboard LED brightness. Decrease the Keyboard LED brightness.

  • Page 16: Front Side View

    Introductions Front Side View 1. Status LED Bluetooth (optional) Bluetooth LED indicator glows blue when Bluetooth function is enabled. Bluetooth LED indicator goes out when this function is disabled. Wireless LAN (WiFi) This LED indicator glows white when Wireless LAN (WiFi) function is enabled.
  • Page 17 Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use Blinking amber when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical drive device. Sleep State Blinking amber when the system is in Sleep state. LED goes out when the system is turned off. Battery Status Glowing amber when the battery is being charged.

  • Page 18: Right Side View

    Introductions Right Side View 1. USB 2.0 Ports The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. 2. Optical Drive Device This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device. The actual device preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased.

  • Page 19: Left Side View

    Left Side View Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. Card Reader The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), XD (eXtreme Digital), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), SDXC(SD eXtended Capacity), MS (Memory Stick) or MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) cards, depending on the model users purchase.
  • Page 20 Introductions Microphone Used for an external microphone. Connect the Center and Subwoofer speakers here. Line In Used for an external audio device. Connect the Rear speakers here. Line Out A connector for speakers. Connect the Surround speakers here. USB 3.0 Ports USB 3.0, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring.

  • Page 21: Rear Side View

    Rear Side View 1. Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington Lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place with a key or some mechanical PIN device and attached through a rubberized metal cable. The end of the cable has a small loop which allows the whole cable to be looped around a permanent object, such as a heavy table or other similar equipment, thus securing the notebook in place.

  • Page 22: Bottom Side View

    Introductions Bottom Side View 1. Stereo Speakers Give high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. 2. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC/DC adapter is disconnected.

  • Page 23: Specification

    Specification The Specification may change without notice. The actual products sold are different from areas. Please check the detailed Specification with your local dealers. Physical Characteristic Dimension 428(W) x 288 (D) x 55 (H) mm Weight <4.2 kg (with 9-cell battery) Socket 947 pins, rPGA ®...

  • Page 24: Communication Port

    Introductions Storage (items listed here may very without notice) HDD form factor 2.5” HDD Optical Drive Device Super Multi / Blu-ray (optional) I/O Port Monitor (VGA) D-Sub x 1 x 3 (version 3.0) x 2 (version 2.0) Mic-in Line-in Headphone-out x 1 (SPDIF-Out supported) Mini DisplayPort Side-Out...
  • Page 25 CRT output Supported HDMI output Supported DisplayPort output Supported Multi-Display Function Supported Audio Internal Speaker 2 speakers + 1 sub-woofer Sound Volume Adjusted by keyboard hot-key and switches. Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot USB floppy boot up DOS only BIOS Fast Boot Support Others...
  • Page 26 Introductions 2-18...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Getting Started...

  • Page 28: Begin To Use The Notebook

    Getting Started Begin to Use the Notebook For a new user of this notebook, we would like to suggest you follow the illustrations below to begin to use the notebook.

  • Page 29: Power Management

    Power Management AC Power It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC power is connected, recharging the battery will start immediately. Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook;...

  • Page 30: Getting Started

    Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack 1. Align and place the battery to the battery tray with correct orientation. 2. Press down the battery pack to fasten the battery pack in the battery tray. 3. Press the lock/unlock button to the Lock position to make sure the battery pack is securely fastened.
  • Page 31 Releasing the Battery Pack 1. Before releasing the battery, make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. 2. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position. 3. Locate the battery release button on the bottom side. 4.
  • Page 32 Getting Started Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above +25°...

  • Page 33: Power Management In Windows Os

    Power Management in Windows OS Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to standby/hibernate mode after a period of user inactivity. Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS: “Power Options”...
  • Page 34 Getting Started Then select a power plan that meets your personal needs. The Power icon will present various and relative options as following: You can wake up your computer from power saving mode by pressing the power button.

  • Page 35: Energy Saving Tips

    Energy Saving Tips Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer’s energy consumption. Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer’s power management.

  • Page 36: Basic Operations

    Getting Started Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your notebook for a long period of time.
  • Page 37 Your work area should have enough illumination. Choose the proper desk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating. When sitting on the chair, adjust the chair’s back (if available) to support your back comfortably. Place you feet flat and naturally on the floor, so that your knees and elbows have the proper position (about 90-degree) when operating.

  • Page 38: Knowing The Keyboard

    Getting Started Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. Typewriter keys Numeric keys Cursor keys / Function keys 3-12...
  • Page 39 Typewriter Keys In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several keys for special purposes, such as [Ctrl,] [Alt,] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off.
  • Page 40 Getting Started Decrease the LCD brightness. Increase the LCD brightness. Decrease the built-in speaker’s volume. Increase the built-in speaker’s volume. Disable the computer’s audio function. Force the computer into sleep state (depending on the system configuration). Increase the Keyboard LED brightness. Decrease the Keyboard LED brightness.
  • Page 41 Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F6 button to turn the Webcam function on. Press again to turn it off. Webcam Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F10 button repeatedly to turn Airplane mode on or off recurrently.

  • Page 42: Wireless Activation For Windows 8

    Getting Started Wireless Activation for Windows 8 Find the “Settings” icon on the desktop and click on it. Enter the “PC Settings” main page by clicking on “Change PC Settings.” Unfold the “Wireless devices” selections under “Wireless.” Make sure Airplane mode is set to OFF here. Turn the WLAN or Bluetooth function on/off by sliding the function switch bar.

  • Page 43: Knowing The Touchpad

    Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your...
  • Page 44 Getting Started Point and Click When you have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or a command that you want to execute, simply tap slightly on the touchpad or press the left button to select. This procedure, called as point and click is the basics of operating your notebook.

  • Page 45: About Hard Disk Drive

    About Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage device. Therefore, it is usually used to install the operating system and software applications.
  • Page 46 Getting Started Inserting the Disk Confirm that the notebook is turned on. Press the eject button on the panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended. Place your disk in the tray with its label facing up. Slightly press the center of the disk to secure it into place.

  • Page 47: Connecting The External Devices

    Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices and communication devices. All functions and devices listed here are for reference only. Peripheral Devices 3-21...

  • Page 48: Communication Devices

    Getting Started Communication Devices The functions listed here are supported optionally, depending on the model users purchased. Contact the local dealer for detailed information. 3-22...

  • Page 49: Components Replacement And Upgrade

    Components Replacement and Upgrade Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, wireless LAN / Bluetooth module and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased. This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack, and the battery pack is replaceable by users.
  • Page 50 Getting Started This notebook is equipped with a hard disk drive, and this storage device may be upgradable and replaceable by the authorized dealer or service center. Additional memory module may be installed, by the authorized dealer or service center, to increase the performance this notebook,...

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