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1. Making Connections Your computer is equipped with a full array of connections including standard input output I O ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers keyboards and mice Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer Along with the standard ports found on most computers your computer also includes USB 2 0 modem and network ports offering advanced communications technology Left Side Connections 1 Kensington Slot Your computer includes a Kensington slot for use with a standard Kensington lock You can connect the notebook to a large object with the Kensington lock to prevent theft of your notebook See the documentation that comes with your Kensington lock for more information 2 VGA Out External Video Port The 15 pin VGA port can be used to connect your computer to an external monitor See the Graphics System in chapter 2 for more information 3 Data and Fax Modem Port The fax modem can transmit data using the 56 Kbps V 90 protocol and transmit faxes at 14 4 Kbps In some countries local regulations may not permit the use of the fax modem designed for this system 24 of 48 Warning Plug your modem into an analog telephone jack only Most homes use analog lines Do not use digital lines such as the PBX and ISDN systems found in many offices Digital lines may damage your2. System Date Thu 12 01 2004 and Exit xi V0O2 56 Copyright 1985 2004 American Megatrends Inc Figure 6 1 36 of 48 Advanced Menu Main Advanced BOOT Security Exit Advanced Setting Share Memory Size 32MB Auto DIM function Disabled Legacy USB Support Enabled FAN Calibration Enter Battery Calibration Enter Select Screen Select Item Change Option Fl General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V0O2 56 Copyright 1985 2004 American Megatrends Inc Figure 6 2 Boot menu Main Advanced Boot Security jc ule os Specifies the boot lst Boot Device CD DVD sequence from the 2 Boot Device Removable available devices 3rd Boot Device HDD A device enclosed in Parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu 2 Select Screen 2 Select Item Change Option Fl General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V0O2 56 Copyright 1985 2004 American Megatrends Inc Figure 6 3 37 of 48 Security menu Main Advanced BOOL Security EXIT Security Settings Install or Change the Supervisor Password Not Installed password User Password Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Select Screen 2 Select Item Enter Change Fl General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V0O2 56 Copyright 1985 2004 American Megatrends Inc Figure 6 4 Exit menu Main Advanced BOOT Security Exit Exit Options Exit system setup Save Ch
3. Without Select this option to discard any changes you have Saving made to the field values and restart the computer using the old values 39 of 48 Appendix A Frequently Asked Questions 40 of 48 Frequently Asked Questions Q My screen seems to time out too quickly have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back How can I adjust the screen time out A This is part of Windows Power Management Access Power Management by clicking on Start Settings Control Panel Power Management Adjust the display time out by selecting a time next to the Turn off monitor option You may also select different time out values for adapter and battery power states Q I ve heard that cleaning up and rearranging files on the hard drive will improve the startup speed of my programs How do do this Hard disk maintenance can improve the startup speed of programs This maintenance includes deleting unnecessary files and defragmenting which rearranges data into more efficient groupings Windows includes utilities for performing these maintenance tasks Run Disk Cleanup to remove unnecessary files and Disk Defragmenter to defragment the hard drive Q The internal fax modem dial tone sound is too low How can increase the volume There are two methods to adjust the volume of the internal fax modem dial tone To Start Setting Control panel Phone and Modem Options Modem Properties Modem Speaker Volume Adjust Move
4. and accessories In the workplace notebooks and accessories may often look exactly alike leading to equipment mix ups Prevent such mix ups by placing your name on your equipment Develop ergonomic work habits The science of ergonomics studies the relationship between health and a suitable work environment For more information on ergonomics contact your nearest computer bookstore or local library The Internet also has information on this and other related subjects Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case A broken screen or case can be costly to repair Prevent accidents by carrying the computer in a suitable carrying case Consider using a lock For added security consider purchasing a Kensington lock to put into the Kensington lock hole on the left side of your computer see Chapter 2 Left View Use the Kensington lock to secure the computer to a desk or table Note Using a computer for extended periods of time with a poor workstation setup and incorrect work habits can cause discomfort 8 of 48 Chapter 2 Getting Started 9 of 48 Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your notebook computer including the hardware components the software and the audio and video systems Getting Started Before you begin using your computer read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main features of this notebook computer Slide the screen lat
5. built in Recovery Software CD s are not required to complete this process Follow the steps below in the event you need to restore back the factory configuration of your notebook computer e Power ON or restart your computer e When the AVERATEC logo is displayed immediately press the lt F4 gt key e Follow the on screen instructions to restore the factory software Caution Note that restoring the factory configuration will permanently delete all of your files Back up your files first before performing this function It is STRONGLY recommended that you connect the power adapter do NOT use battery alone during this process 28 of 48 Chapter 5 Power Management 29 of 48 Power Management Battery Calibration The first time you use a battery you should calibrate it The calibration process empties and charges the battery one time This allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status To calibrate a battery follow these steps 1 Plug in the power adapter 2 Restart the computer and when the startup screen appears press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup Utility 3 Inthe BIOS Setup Utility select Advance settings choose Battery learning then press enter Execute Battery Learning function OK Cancel 4 Press lt OK gt at the above Battery Auto Calibration dialog to begin the battery calibration Battery Calibration will take from 4 to 8 hours depending on how much power the batt
6. fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference causing Equipment Regulations About the Modem The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection In some cases the company s inside writing associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly telephone extension cord The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground conn
7. the slider to adjust the modem speaker volume Method 2 Use the volume control button on the front of the computer What kind of external microphone can use with my notebook computer You will need to use a self amplifying microphone gt There is feedback noise coming from my speakers What can I do Double click on the Speaker icon on the task bar Then under Microphone Balance check the Mute box gt 9 Q Because of a software problem was unable to shut down power normally pressed the power button to force a power off but it didn t work How can force a power off A Make sure you press the power button for at least 4 seconds Normally this will force a power off 41 of 48 gt Why can t charge the battery of my portable computer after it was out of use for some time After portable computers have not been used for a long time more than one month the batteries will go into the low voltage protection mode due to data back ups and natural electrical discharge At that point restoring normal voltage will require slow charging over a period of several hours Calibration can be performed after the battery has returned to a normal condition My computer alerts CMOS Battery Low what can do lf you Keep your computer in no power situation unplug the computer from the power outlet and remove battery at the same over 45 days your data in CMOS will be lost Please reconfigure your CM
8. want the cursor to move The pad detects the change in pressure and moves the cursor in the corresponding direction The touchpad offers another method of making selections in a software program It is called double tapping This function corresponds to double clicking with a mouse Once the cursor has been moved to the object you want to select lightly double tap the pressure sensitive touchpad This double tapping on the touchpad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation The buttons located directly below the touchpad are the same in function as those on a two buttoned mouse Clicking these buttons makes selections drags objects or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software To select an object first move the pointer over the object you want to select and then press the left button one time The functions of these buttons are software specific Double clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs from icons Once you have moved the pointer over the object you wish to select rapidly press the left button two times This action is commonly referred to as double clicking an object 14 of 48 Dragging There are two ways to drag e Move the pointer to the desired location then press down the left button While still holding down the left button move the pointer to the desired location Release the button e Move the pointer to the desired loc
9. you turn your computer on the system reads this information to initialize the hardware so that it can operate correctly Use the BIOS setup utility to change your computer s start up configuration For example you can change the security and power management routines of your system Starting the BIOS Setup Utility You can only enter the BIOS setup utility as the computer is booting that is between the time you turn on the computer and before the Windows interface appears If your computer is already on shut down your computer completely power off and restart it and then press the lt F2 gt key to enter the setup utility 35 of 48 Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information Select Screen Press the up or down arrow key to move among selections Press Enter to make a selection Change Option General Help Save and Exit Press Esc to exit any section To exit the BIOS utility without saving changes go to the main menu then press Esc The Main Menu Main Advanced BOOL Security Dp alas System Overview Use ENTER TAB Or SHIFT TAB to AMIBIOS select a field Version 1 02 VGA BIOS 40N1008 Use Ta OE EO Configure system Time Processor Type Mobile AMD Sempron Processor Speed 1600 MHz System Memory Cera i 2i elec creen Size h 460 MB Select Item Change Option Select Field General Help System Time 12 14 50
10. In Simultaneous mode the same video is displayed on both the LCD and external monitor You can press the Fn and F5 keys simultaneously to toggle between Single and Simultaneous In Multi Monitors mode your notebook s LCD is the primary device and an external monitor can be connected and used as the second device The secondary device acts as an extension of your LCD screen and therefore allow you to view 2 applications simultaneously using 2 separate displays To enable this feature right click on the 2 device marked as 2 and click attached This function is only available if an external monitor is connected 20 of 48 Display 2 Multiple Monitors on VIA S3G UniChrome Screen resolution 1024 by 768 pixels es E rue ln ol TRS Po Pee LISE int O amp ETa Lr LHN ese Tr _ Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Tip To ensure trouble free video output the first time you use an external monitor change the output in the Display Properties dialog box After successfully switching modes you may use the video function keys Note Light or dark dots may appear on the LCD due to technical limitations of LCD manufacturing This does not affect operation of the LCD Communication Components This system provides powerful communication functions including built in Fax Modem and PCMCIA card slot Data Fax Modem The modem allows you to connect to the Internet and fax devices to send and receive d
11. OS by following steps 1 Press F1 to enter the BIOS setup utility 2 Select Load Optional Defaults When you see the following prompt choose lt OK gt and then press lt Enter gt Load Optional Defaults OK Cancel 3 Select Save Changes and Exit When you see the following prompt choose lt OK gt and then press lt Enter gt to restart your computer Save configuration changes and exit setup OK Cancel 42 of 48 Appendix B Statements 43 of 48 Statements Federal Communications Commission 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver 3 Conn
12. RLY READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IN CASE OF ANY TROUBLE WITH THIS MODEL PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE STATION TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE LASER BEAM DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THIS ENCLOSURE 48 of 48
13. User s Manual 1 of 48 Chapter 1 Introduction 2 of 48 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer Your new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology It combines state of the art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact powerful and easy to use Designed for a wide range of general business and personal productivity applications the notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office at home and on the road For maximum expandability without compromising portability the notebook accommodates a number of modules including a DVD Writer optical drive three USB ports one PCMCIA and one 3 in 1 card slot The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with plenty of storage space for multimedia files and applications This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your new notebook It describes all the features of the notebook in an easy to read yet thorough manner Inventory Use this section to keep details of your purchase This information will be required should you need to make repairs to your notebook during the warranty period DATE OF PURCHASE STORE NAME STORE ADDRESS TELEPHONE CONTACT PERSON MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER The serial number is on the label with a bar code on the bottom side of the computer 3 of 48 Safety and Maintenance You can use you
14. al drive Press the eject button and pull the tray all the way out Pick up the disc by the edges and remove the disc from the tray Push the tray into the computer until it closes fully Warning When the computer is reading from the optical drive the indicator light for the optical drive will flash on Do not attempt to remove a disc while this light is active 15 of 48 Precautions for Handling Optical Discs Keep these precautions in mind when handling optical discs e Always hold the disc by the edges avoid touching the surface of the disc e Use a clean dry cloth to remove dust smudges or fingerprints Wipe from the center outward e Extremes in temperature may damage discs Store discs in a cool dry place e Do not use benzene thinners or cleaners with detergent Only use optical disc cleaning kits e Do not bend or drop the discs e Do not place objects on top of discs Warning Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray Do not force the tray to open or close manually When not in use keep the tray closed to prevent dust or dirt from entering the drive unit If you experience difficulty when removing a disc stretch a paper clip or use a pin or a thin metal rod and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the front panel Q D SZ e KS v Y Uy X vi W Connecting a Printer To connect a USB printer to your notebook via the USB port plug the USB cable into one of the availabl
15. anges and Exit after saving the changes Discard changes and Exit Discard Changes F10 key can be used for this operation Load Optimal Defaults Load Failsafe Defaults Select Screen Select Item Enter Go To Sub Screen Fl General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V02 56 Copyright 1985 2004 American Megatrends Inc Figure 6 5 38 of 48 Change User Password With a User password you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User password but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the Supervisor password nor enable diskette access if it has been disabled Change Supervisor Password A supervisor password must be set before a lower level user password can be set After selecting Change Supervisor Password press Enter You will be prompted for the new password and then again to verify it Type in 6 or fewer keystrokes If you make an error press Esc to start over Resetting the CMOS to Default Settings The main page provides the system parameters for you to reset the CMOS to default settings After you enter this page select the Load Optimal Defaults Load Optimal Defaults OK Cancel Select OK to reset the CMOS to default settings Exiting and Saving Save Settings Select this option to save changes to the field and Exit values and restart the computer using the new values Pressing F10 from any of the menu screens also allows you to save settings and exit Exit
16. ata Note Do not plug the connect the integrated modem into an ISDN or PBX port This will result in malfunction and possibly damage to the integrated modem in your computer 21 of 48 Information about the Wireless Network button Wireless Network button The Wireless Network indicator lights and remains active when you turn on the Wireless Network button Built in Wireless Network The built in Wireless Local Area Network WLAN provides access to the internet and network without the use of cables DGT Warning Article 14 Without permission any company firm or user shall not alter the frequency increase the power or change the characteristics and functions of the original design of the certified lower power frequency electric machinery Article 17 The application of low power frequency electric machineries shall not affect the navigation safety nor interfere a legal communication if an interference is found the service will be suspended until improvement is made and the interference no longer exists The foregoing legal communication refers to the wireless telecommunication operated according to the telecommunications laws and regulations The low power frequency electric machinery should be able to tolerate the interference of the electric wave radiation electric machineries and equipments for legal communications or industrial and scientific applications 22 of 48 Chapter 3 Making Connections 23 of 48
17. ation Tap the touchpad twice quickly as if you were double clicking however do not remove your finger after the second tap Move the cursor to the desired location Lift your finger to finish dragging Adjust the touchpad settings by selecting Settings Control Panel Mouse Buttons These settings allow you to change the orientation of the touchpad from right handed to left handed and fine tune the pointer movement and timing of clicks Touchpad Precautions The Touchpad is a pressure sensitive device If not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Please take note of the following precautions e Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease e Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty e Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons The Optical Drive Your computer comes with a DVD Writer optical drive This type of optical drive can read DVD and CD media as well as write to writable media Your notebook identifies the drive with the letter following the hard drive letter If your hard drive is C then the optical drive is D Inserting a Disc Press the button on the front of the drive to open the disk tray and pull the tray open Place the disk on the tray label side up Place the disk on the central spindle and press gently until the disk clicks into place Slide back the tray until it clicks shut Removing a Disc Make sure the computer is not accessing the optic
18. ay be lost When the computer alerts you that the battery is low immediately do one of the following e Connect the power adapter e Save your work turn off the computer and replace the discharged battery with a charged battery See Changing the Battery below Do not restart the computer until you have connected to a power adapter or replace the discharged battery with a charged battery Battery Charging When you use the power adapter to connect your Notebook to a power outlet the internal battery will automatically begin to recharge While the battery is charging the Battery Charge icon on the Indicator panel will be active When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge icon will turn off 31 of 48 lf your computer is turned off or standby mode a fully discharged battery will take about 3 hours to recharge Note A fully charged battery can run the notebook up to 3 hours depending on the model you purchased Power Saving Modes Adjust the default power management settings in the Power Options Advanced dialog box in the Control panel The Power Options Properties dialog box allows you to set different actions to take when the computer is left idle for a certain amount of time Suspend Mode There are several possible settings for suspend mode which can be selected in the Power Management dialog box You may have the notebook standby suspend or you can power off the computer altogether Initiating Suspen
19. ce graphics system which can easily handle the demands of today s multimedia computing 18 of 48 Screen Controls Brightness Function keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the monitor lt Fn gt lt F6 gt decreases the LCD panel brightness lt Fn gt lt F7 gt increases the LCD panel brightness Resolution 1 2 Click My Computer Control Panel Display Settings Click the Settings tab The dialog box indicates the monitor resolution Use the slide bar to adjust the resolution Normally you should use the resolution the LCD or monitor was designed for Note Using a lower resolution than the screen was designed for will reduce the area of the display Using the computer in DOS mode may produce the same effect because it uses a 640 by 480 resolution by default You can stretch these low resolution displays to full screen size by selecting either the Expanded Display or Display Expansion Mode features in the BIOS utility However the stretching may cause distortion especially to fonts High Resolution with an external monitor Higher resolution modes may be used as long as the monitor supports them Connecting to an External Monitor The notebook has a VGA monitor port to connect your computer to an external monitor Using the VGA monitor port 1 Locate the 15 pin VGA monitor port on the left side of your notebook and connect the video signal cable from the external monitor or the VGA adapter
20. ch on the front edge of the cabinet towards the right to release the cover latch and open up the computer Front View LCD release latch MS MMC SD card slot LCD panel Volume control knob Battery Microphone input port Keyboard Audio output port Speakers Power indicators Touchpad Status indicators Touchpad buttons Power button Scrolling area Wireless network button 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 of 48 Left View Kensington slot VGA port external video display port Fax modem port Network port PCMCIA card slot PCMCIA card eject button er Pon gt Right View 1 USB ports 2 Optical drive 3 Optical drive eject button 4 Power adapter port 11 of 48 Bottom View 1 Ventilation slots RAM compartment Battery release button Battery pack Pw Nh N LED Status Indicators The status indicators in the upper left corner of the keyboard light up when a particular function of the computer is active Each indicator is marked with a symbol amp The computer is reading information from the Optical Drive optical drive The computer is reading from or writing to the built in hard disk Number Lock The keyboard is in Num Lock mode Ain Caps Lock The keyboard is in Caps Lock mode Scroll Lock The keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode 12 of 48 Power Indicators Th
21. cted to the line as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas lf the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required However if advance notice isn t practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it necessary The telephone company may mark changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service lf trouble is experienced with this equipment please contact the manufacturer for repair and or warranty information If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 marks it unlawful for any person to use a comput
22. d Mode There are four ways to initiate suspend mode The settings can be adjusted in the Power Management dialog box e The computer will automatically enter susoend mode when not used for a set period of time e Selecting the Stand by button in the Shut Down Windows dialog box e Closing the screen cover assuming no external monitor has been connected e Pressing the power button if enabled in power settings e Pressing the suspend function key lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Power Button Settings The function of the power button can be set to Shutdown or Standby in the Power Management Properties dialog box in the Windows Control Panel However holding the power button down for more than four seconds will force a power off while operating under any situation resulting in the loss of any unsaved information Power Saving Tips e Avoid operating the fax modem or audio and video applications when using battery power Operating a fax modem video or audio equipment increases the computer s power requirements e Decreasing monitor brightness can also save power Decrease brightness by pushing lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Increase it by pushing lt Fn gt lt F7 gt 32 of 48 When to Replace the Battery Over time the battery s capacity gradually decreases We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows Turn off t
23. e USB ports found on the right side of your notebook computer Note Before you can use your printer you may have to install the driver first Consult the manufacturer of your USB printer for additional information 16 of 48 The PC Card Slot The PC card slot can be used as an interface between your computer and a variety of communications multimedia and storage devices Your computer s PC card slot supports 16 bit PC Cards and 32 bit CardBus Cards Installing a PC Card Push the button to eject the card 1 The top side of a PC card is usually identified with a label Insert the card into the slot with the label side up and the edge with pinhole contacts going in first Insert the card into the slot You will feel some resistance as the card slides into the back of the slot If the PC Card is not automatically configured by Windows follow the instructions provided with your PC Card to install it s drivers and or applications Side ecardintowe set Note Please read the instructions included with individual PC cards Some cards may be inserted with power on while others require that the computer be turned off Removing a PC Card 1 Ifa card is in use press the eject button on the card slot to release the button 2 Press again to release the card Memory Adding memory allows the computer to operate faster handle more tasks simultaneously and work more smoothly with large files Users who increase
24. e extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet e Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings Dangerous voltages are present which could cause electric shock or fire or damage sensitive components e For best results use a power strip with a built in surge protector Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your computer e Set the computer on a flat stable surface To prevent damage to the computer s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration 4 of 48 Checklists After opening the package carefully inspect the contents If any of the items is missing or appear damaged contact your point of purchase or AVERATEC Customer Care The shipping carton should contain the items listed below e Notebook computer e Battery pack e Power adapter and power cord e Quick start guide amp Warranty Card Caution When purchasing any of the accessories listed above purchase only those accessories that are approved for use with your computer The above accessories are proprietary items If you use items that are not approved for use with this computer you may cause your computer to malfunction or to emit or receive electro magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations Features Hard Disk Drive The computer has a had disk drive used for software application and data storage Op
25. e power indicators show which power source the system is using The power indicators remain active and viewable even when the LCD panel is closed Icon Ligt Description Blue Power is on and the power adapter is in use y Blue Wireless LAN is enabled Green Power is on and the battery is in use Flashing l q Battery is charging Red Battery malfunction Flash blue Power is on and system is in standby mode Function Keys Hold the Fn key while pressing the numbered function key Fn F3 Toggles display on off Fn F4 System Standby Fn F5 Toggle between LCD and external display Fn F6 Decrease LCD brightness Fn F7 Increase LCD brightness 13 of 48 Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad consists of ten keys that make number intensive input more convenient Press lt NumLock gt to enable or disable the numeric keypad Touchpad The touchpad is a pressure sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two button mouse Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen Touchpad buttons Touchpad The instructions listed below describe how to use the touchpad 1 2 First place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position The touchpad is easily accessible by moving either your left or right thumb off the space bar and on to the touchpad Gently move your thumb across the pressure sensitive touchpad in the direction you
26. ect the computer to an outlet different from the conflicting device 4 Consult an experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interconnect cables and shielded power cable must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system s manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 44 of 48 About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company The modem port of this equipment complies with Sub part F of Part 68 of FCC rules The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be conne
27. ections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas 47 of 48 CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate The Load Number LN assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by the device To prevent overloading the termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devise subject only to the requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100 Battery Disposal THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM ION OR NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY IT MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY CONTACT LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA CAUTION FOR ADAPTER THIS NOTEBOOK COMPUTER IS FOR USE WITH MODEL NO LSE9802X2060 PA 1600 05F 7 BATTERY CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN60825 CAUTION THIS APPLIANCE CONTAINS A LASER SYSTEM AND IS CLASSIFIED AS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT TO USE THIS MODEL PROPE
28. er or other electronic device including fax machines to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other 45 of 48 number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges To program this information refer to the manual of the communication software European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms EN 55022 CISPR 22 Radio Frequency Interference EN 55024 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Generic Immunity Standard EN 60950 IEC950 Product Safety R amp TTE CE MANUAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENT WLAN IEEE 802 11b 802 11b Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2 400 2 4835GHz In France the equipment must be restricted to the 2 4465 2 4835GHz f
29. ery may already contain Note For optimum performance we recommend calibrating the battery every three months Each time you charge and discharge a battery it loses a tiny part of its storage capacity Over time it will store less than its potential charge Similarly if you do not use the battery for a few days it will slowly self discharge When it is recharged it will hold less than 100 of the potential charge 30 of 48 Monitoring Battery Power There are two ways to monitor how much power the battery has left 1 Click start Control Panel Power Options then click Power Meter 2 Moving the cursor to the battery icon on the taskbar is the simplest way to check on battery power status If you do not see the battery icon enable it in Start Control Panel Power Options Choose the Advanced tab and click Always show icon on the taskbar Low Battery Alarms How your computer responds to a low battery condition is set under Start Control Panel Power Options Alarms Two different power alarms can be enabled or disabled the Low Battery Alarm and the Critical Battery Alarm Use the slide bar to set the power level at which the alarms are activated Click on the Alarm Action button to choose whether the alarm sounds displays a message or both Warning When battery power is low the Notebook will display a warning on the screen Take immediate action such as saving files or connecting the power adapter or data m
30. he computer Close the screen cover and turn the computer over Slide the side battery latch 1 away from the battery Continue to hold it until the battery is removed Push in the latch on the battery 2 while lifting the battery out of the compartment Remove the battery Make sure the replacement battery is properly orientated Slide back the side battery latch 1 then insert the battery into the battery compartment Check that the latch locks back into position Heat Considerations The computer s processor has been specially designed to consume little power and generates very little heat However working in a hot environment or working for long periods may raise the temperature Your computer takes the following steps to lower temperature 1 The cooling fan will automatically turn on You may feel air coming from a vent at the left side when this happens 2 Ifthe temperature continues to rise processor activity will be reduced You may notice a slight loss of performance when this happens 33 of 48 Chapter 6 Using the BIOS Setup Utility 34 of 48 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings including settings for various optional functions of the computer This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility BIOS Setup Menu The BIOS setup Utility allows you to configure your computer s basic settings When
31. memory demands by adding additional programs for example may notice a slowdown in operating speed and should increase the memory The notebook includes a memory card slot which is configured with either a 256 MB or 512 MB SO DIMM Note Use only one inch high DDR SO DIMM 200 pin Removing the Memory Card 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect the power adapter Turn the computer upside down and lay it on a flat surface 2 Carefully remove the two RAM compartment cover screws and remove the RAM compartment cover 3 Gently pull tabbed latched in the direction of the arrows 1 The card will pop up slightly 4 Pull upwards on the card and then slide the card out 2 17 of 48 Inserting the Memory Card 1 Hold the memory card by its edges with the edge connector side towards the slot 2 Hold the card at a shallow angle about 25 degrees and insert the edge connector into the connector slot 3 The gold teeth of the edge connector should no longer be visible when the card is fully inserted 3 Press the card downwards so that it is flat inside the compartment 4 You may hear an audible click as the latches of the connector lock the card in place 4 Replace the RAM compartment cover and secure it with the two screws Your notebook computer will automatically detect the change in RAM capacity The Graphics System Your computer has a high performan
32. modem 4 Network Port The built in Ethernet Network port allows you to connect to the internet and other network infrastructure The connection speed is up to 100 Mbps megabits per second Right Side Connections 1 USB Universal Serial Bus Ports The Universal Serial Bus USB is the latest standard for attaching monitors input devices scanners and other devices to a PC USB devices can be chained together on a single cable 2 Power Adapter Port Connect the power adapter cable to this port Front Side Connections 25 of 48 1 Audio Output Port Connect a stereo headset or external speakers to this jack to listen to multimedia 2 Microphone Input Port Connect a microphone to this jack to record audio 3 MS MMC SD 3 in 1 Card Reader Slot The 3 in 1 card reader slot is specially used for the device with a MS MMC SD card interface card Insert the card into the 3 in 1 card reader slot as shown below to securely latch the card into the slot for the reading 26 of 48 Chapter 4 system Software 27 of 48 System Software Software List Operating System Your hard drive already contains all the software you need to operate the computer System Drivers These drivers are already pre loaded for your convenience For updated utility and driver information visit the AVERATEC Customer Care web site at www averatec com System Recovery Before you start Your system includes a
33. r computer under a wide range of environmental conditions However to ensure long use and continued high performance consider the following factors when setting up your computer e Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program e The first time you use your computer we recommend that you carefully read the Making Connections section of this manual and initialize the battery to ensure optimum battery performance e Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use aerosols solvents or strong detergents e Do not use the computer near open water or other liquids Never spill liquid onto the computer e Do not place the computer in an unstable location where it might slip or be knocked over Serious damage could result from a fall e Slots and openings in the system cabinet are for ventilation purposes Do not block or cover these openings or the system could overheat Do not use or store the computer near a source of heat or dust e On the base or rear panel of this notebook there is a label with information on the power requirements of this system These requirements must be followed If you are unsure of your local power supply consult your dealer or local Power Company e Do not step on or place anything on the power cord e If you use the computer with an extension cord ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing th
34. requency range and must be restricted to indoor use CE Declaration of Conformity CE09840 Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC Low voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the Amendment Directive 93 68 EEC the procedures given in European Council Directive 99 5 EC and 89 3360EEC The equipment was passed The test was performed according to the following European standards EN 300 328 V 1 4 1 2003 04 EN 301 489 1 V 1 4 1 2002 04 EN 301 489 17 V 1 2 1 2002 04 EN 50371 2002 EN 60950 2000 UL CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord 46 of 48 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a
35. se the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness e Fn F6 decreases the brightness e Fn F7 increases the brightness 6 of 48 Turning off Your Computer Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your computer 1 On the Start menu click Shut Down 2 Click the radio button next to Shut Down in the Shut Down Windows screen and then click OK wW 4 Wi 5 gz LS I Start 5 ie If you are going to be away from the computer for a short period there are ways of conserving power without shutting down the system See Chapter 5 Power Saving Modes for details D Warning Shutting off the computer improperly may result in data loss 7 of 48 Tips for New Owners Take responsibility for backup Back up files often Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such USB drive If you use your notebook as a networked workstation with system backup talk to the system administrator about backup procedures for your notebook Don t leave passwords anywhere on your notebook or carrying case Be careful when placing your notebook on an airport security conveyor belt In most airports security conveyor belts are safe for computers If you are not sure ask the security staff You should keep a close eye on your computer When you are ina hurry make sure that you walk away with the correct notebook computer Tape your business card to the notebook
36. tical Drive The computer has an optical drive that is capable of reading and writing to CD and DVD media Built in Modem LAN Capability A built in 56k modem and 10 100 Mbps Ethernet port allows you to access the Internet and local area network LAN LCD Your computer has an easy to view XGA LCD panel with a 1024x768 resolution Built in Stereo Speakers and Microphone The stereo speakers and internal microphone enable you to run a variety of multimedia applications Convenient Audio Control The conveniently located audio control knob enable you to easily adjust the volume to the stereo speakers Scrolling Area Comfortably scroll through documents with the integrated scrolling area locate on the surface of the touch pad 5 of 48 Where to Look For Additional Information About Your Computer This User s Manual describes the key elements of your computer New users can find a simple step by step orientation in the Quick Start section of this chapter About Windows Windows Online Help found on the Start menu offers extensive Windows assistance Tour Windows XP offers an online orientation for new Windows users Find it in the Start Menu Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume with the volume control knob located below the touchpad Volume control button Alternatively you can adjust the volume with Yolume the Windows volume control applet located ae on the taskbar Adjusting the LCD Brightness U
37. to the monitor port 2 Connect the power cable from the external monitor to a power outlet and turn on the monitor 3 On your notebook click the right touchpad button on the Windows desktop to open the desktop menu Click Properties to open the Display Properties window 4 Inthe Display Properties window click Advanced in the Settings tab Click the Display Modes tab 5 Under Driver mode you can select the appropriate options to change the display to an external monitor 6 Adjustments to screen resolution and color depth can also be made in this dialog box Dual Displays With Windows system you may use an external monitor simultaneously with your notebook s LCD You may also use the external monitor only and disable the LCD or only use the LCD 19 of 48 Open the Control Panel Double click Display The Display Multiple Monitors and VIA S3G UniChrome Pro IGP Properties window opens tsar aac ESE ENY SE Meoooemee Click the Settings tab fel s3Display S31 S3Gamma Plus El S3info Plus Sl S30veray Click the Advanced button Click the S3 Display tab The screen shown at the right appears If an external monitor is connected check the CRT check box These options are described below Single You can choose which device to apply as the Primary display In Single mode the video display hot key combination is available you can cycle the video output by pressing the Fn F5 keys Simultaneous
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