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1. Properties Options Capture Zoom Help BisonCam NB Pro Start Capture Stop Capture Start Capture Stop Capture Microphone Realtek High Defini SnapShot Capture Audio Set Time Limit Options Capture Help USB2 0 2M WebCam Capture Audio Closed Captioning Master Stream Microphone Realtek High Defini Set Frame Rate Set Time Limit PC Camera Module 7 5 Modules amp Options BisonCap 1 3M Cam VideoView 2 0M Cam wa BisonCap and VideoView are video viewers for general purpose video viewing and testing and capturing video files to avi format Pre Allocating File Space 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program from the Start gt Programs All Programs You may pre allocate gt BisonCam USB2 0 PC Camera menu it is recommended that you set the cap the file size File gt Allo ture file before the capture process see Set Capture File below cate File Size for the 2 Goto the Capture menu heading if you wish to capture audio check PC Camera capture file in the Audio Setup all camera modules on page 7 4 and select Start Capture BisonCap VideoView 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the Pogram video and press Esc to stop the capture you can view the file using the Windows Pre allocating space on Media Player the hard disk can im prove the capture quali Set Capture
2. ITK e Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer Power Safety e Your AC DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady Warning uninterrupted power supply If you are unsure of your local power specifications consult Before you undertake your service representative or local power company any upgrade proce e The power adapter may have either a 2 prong or a 3 prong grounded plug The third prong dures make sure that is an important safety feature do not defeat its purpose If you do not have access to a you have turned off the compatible outlet have a qualified electrician install one power and discon e When you want to unplug the power cord be sure to disconnect it by the plug head not by nected all peripherals its wire and cables including e Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current load telephone lines It is eee eae ee ered of all the connected devices move your battery in e Before cleaning the computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power sup order to prevent acci plies 1 e AC DC adapter or car adapter dentally turning the machine on i ae Do not plug in the power Do not use the power cord if Do not place heavy objects cord if you are wet it is broken on the power cord Preface Battery Precautions Only use batteries designed for this computer The wrong battery type may explode leak or dam
3. DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures it may explode e DO NOT connect the metal terminals to each other a a ee ee el Battery Information 3 13 Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own 1 Save and close all files and applications 2 Create a power plan for discharging the battery and set all the options to Never 3 Click Change plan settings after saving it and click Change advanced power settings Change settings for the plar Battery Discharge supe et he Select a power plan Choove the deep and dapiay setting that you want your computer to use 5 ia cial ainiai Pimen plari can help pou miami pour compd i ca porhennance oe combet fabs a ples acie by j On deters Pa m kaom miat iana ihs kd seleri dt aF these a ples ind cuteemane A Ey TOETATE 9 doss powe ibng Lgl ma meag piaui ppa pueg Figure 3 7 Power Plan Create i a l i D Tumo the dapisy Never e Never Plat thirr ont the batliry mehir mais 4 pomm piar how z Faery Deihi Putthecomeutertodeep Never gt N e Charge wrr Erm t TA E Erter We area Change pan prong Bore ao Cane High performance Banery We oo Chintepe j
4. Figure B 1 SIS VGA Control Center SIS VGA Control Center More advanced video configuration options are provided by the SIS VGA Control Center 1 Open the control panel see Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel on page 7 15 and click SiS VGA Control Center Appearance and Personaliza tion p GJON ipprsrance ant Pemonatcaton p seart r gO 5 Centros Pangi E Personalization hange deritop bac rpe and Arhus reen micht a e tehten e T henge the erme i Taskbar and Start Menu torneg the Sart mer Cuttormcs eor on the Libe Change the picSure On the SAA men 3 f Ease of Access Center Accommodate tow nyon henge icreen reader Indertee te Soard horr T n Por Certa naron te 5 doutie hte oper Jre Clesse Windows hotter an Folder Option ipecty sagie how Pajen ies Jtode e A Fonts intial er remove s fort Windows Sidebar Properties Add gr cM ets t set g SiS VGA Control Center he GS VG _ nge SS VGA Settings B 2 SIS VGA Control Center You may make changes to the video and display settings by clicking the appropriate menu button Figure B 2 SIS VGA Control Center Control Panels Prodact LNI Salm ahon b a a nae SIS VGA Control Center B 3 Display Devices amp Options Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA monitor CRT or ex ternal Flat Panel Display as your displa
5. Optical CD DVD Device 2 3 Features amp Components Handling CDs or DVDs AS Proper handling of your CDs DVDs will prevent them from being damaged Please Sane sce follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs DVDs can be accessed If you need to manually Sen ee a xeae ee Note the following an unexpected power interruption you may e Hold the CD or DVD by the edges do not touch the surface of the disc push the Po of 7 e Usea clean soft dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints O R R e Do not write on the surface with a pen into the emergency eject i tole a E Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc do NOT use a sharp e Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high temperature areas ened pencil or similar e Do not use benzene thinner or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD a peewee ss e Do not bend the CD or DVD the hole Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock Disk Eject Warning Don t try to remove a CD DVD while the sys tem is accessing it This may cause the system to crash 2 4 Optical CD DVD Device DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see Changing DVD Regional Codes on page l 13 DVD Regional Coding Geographical Location USA Canada Western Europe Japan South Africa Middle East amp Egypt South East Asia Taiwan South Korea The Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong Sou
6. Set Capture File on page 7 6 limit the file size of the captured video see Pre Al locating File Space on page 7 6 or reduce video resolution see below To Reduce Video Resolution Output Size 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Pin 3 Click the Output Size drop box and select a lower resolution size in order to reduce the captured file size PC Camera Module 7 7 Modules amp Options Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the BisonCap VideoView program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter For Bison Cap 3 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency in Property Page tab For VideoView 4 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Flickering Reduction in Image tab r 5 N tam g a Somna Properties Bison Cap Properties VideoView Exe F image Video Proc Amp Flip lickering Reduction V Horizontal V Vertical C 50Hz 60Hz F 7 2 C Daylight C Fluorescent 1 Exposure Control IgUre Rotation Frequency Auto R Low Light High Light Video Capture Filter T Horizontal T Vertical C Disble C 50Hz 60Hz Picture Quality EFFECTMODE T EFFECT Speed Quality m Monitor Factory Default Cancel Cancel 7 8 PC Camera Module
7. Sleep Toggle Fn F12 Bluetooth Module Power Toggle Decrease Audio Volume Fn NumLk Number Lock Toggle Increase Audio Volume Fn ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle Table 1 5 Function Keys Special Characters Some software applications allow the number keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters These special characters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad Regular number keys in the upper row of the keyboard will not work Make sure that NumLk is on 1 10 Function Keys Quick Start Guide g Figure 1 4 Front amp Rear Views LCD Latches LED Power amp Communication Indicators 7 in 1 Card Reader S PDIF Out Jack Microphone In Jack Headphone Out Jack Battery System Map Front amp Rear Views N oe a N 7 in 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats MMC MultiMedia Card SD Secure Digital MS Memory Stick MS Pro Memory Stick Pro MS Duo requires PC adapter Mini SD requires PC adapter RS MMC requires PC adapter System Map Front amp Rear Views 1 11 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 5 Left amp Right Views DC In Jack weer 2 RJ 45 LAN Jack 2 its 3 External Monitor i Port 4 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 5 3 USB 2 0 Ports 6 ExpressCard Slot see page 2 7 7 Optical Device Drive Bay for CD DVD Device see page 2 3 8 RJ 11 Phone Jack 9 Security Lock Slot
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9. on page D 44 Windows XP Information Wireless LAN Bluetooth amp 3 5G Modules NAVZ R Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft a Wireless LAN Bluetooth amp 3 5G Modules Power Toggle Enable power to the modules as follows Fn F11 Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle Fn F12 Bluetooth Module Power Toggle Fn _ E 3 5G Module Power Toggle The LED indicator will be green if the WLAN module is on and orange if the Bluetooth module is on The LED indicator will be green if the 3 5G module is on Driver Installation D 29 Windows XP Information PC Camera Module A There are 2 camera options available for this computer depending on your purchase Taking Still Pictures configuration The 1 3M pixel camera module uses the BisonCap application to capture video files and the 2 0M pixel camera module uses the VideoView appli Double click the My f cation to capture video files Computer icon on the desktop or go the Start menu and point to My PC Camera Driver Installation Some Bet an ele a 1 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Hea eee camera Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Con mies ae anew 2 Click Optional button icture in the Camera rie
10. x J Drivers Installer fel EF i 3 gt z a Zi F X _ 910 in FR _ ts T Figure D 13 Drivers Installer Screen 1 1 2 3 Windows XP Information Check the driver installation order from Table D 4 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below Click to select the driver you wish to install after installing each driver it will become greyed out if you need to reinstall any driver click the Unlock button Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages S Drivers Installer ia aj _ os Ssamputin a A N i 4 m tol lt A i 2 x d Pom i anA aa a T 7 hk i i J h hi ay a i ae Ma i BNO SA i A TH ngs b Fas iina _ Ne wis lt i I 44 ty eee Hi gt lt A AW a es y tin A y HHN XN i A Whi ae or s be _ Beet Zl et B B F T f i i p om y gt a es r omli f N f Figure D 14 Drivers Installer Screen 2 Driver Installation D 25 Windows XP Information mae o f eor maen j eoa Table D 4 Driver Installation D 26 Driver Installation Updating Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you wish to update reinstall individual drivers it may be necessary to uninstall the original dri
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12. Inserting amp Removing Express Cards ExpressCard Slot 2 7 Features amp Components TouchPad and Buttons Mouse The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse however you can also add a mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports The TouchPad buttons function in i Mouse Driver If you are using an ex much the same way as a two button mouse ternal mouse your op erating system may be Once you have installed the TouchPad driver see TouchPad on page 4 5 you able to auto configure can configure the functions by double clicking the TouchPad driver icon EJ on the your mouse during its taskbar You may then configure the TouchPad tapping buttons scrolling pointer installation or only en oe baa oe motion and sensitivity options to your preferences You will find further information able its basic functions Be sure to check the at Www synaptics com device s user docu i Mouse Properties f F Mouse Properties Ea mentation for details Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware Device Settings i Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware Device Settings Button configuration Synaptics Pointing Device v9 0 2 120ct06 Devices Devices Right handed Figure 7 7 Pinay ik Normal Select omal Drag Mouse Properties C Left handed Enabled Name Right Secondary Click Context Menu Special Drag Double Click Speed Disable Settin
13. Language ard Kegon E Folder Options Spec y oe m Ene of Aruri gie or doubie chrcik to open Use Classe Windows Mider Ad roanal Oppors Show hajen Men and toiden Foms T r 5 2 lt 1 aai 1260 B00 pegis True Color 32 bits B0 Hertz Testberend Torto Start Merss Speech Accounts Certer Amytim Windows Sidebar Properties Add gadgets te Steder bl Fressi Wandom Defender Figure 1 8 Display Settings amp SiS VGA Control Center Video Features 1 17 Quick Start Guide Power Options The Power Options Hardware and Sound menu control panel icon in Windows see page I 15 allows you to configure power management features for your computer You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the options for the power button sleep button computer lid when closed display and sleep mode from the left menu Note that the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance Click to select one of the existing plans or click Create a power plan in the left menu and select the options to create a new plan Click Change Plan Settings and click Change advanced power settings to access further con figuration options Pay attention to the instructions on battery care in Battery Information on page 3 10 Select a power plan Power plans can help you maxrnze your computer s performance or conserve energy Make a plan active by selecting it or choose a plan
14. Power Button Sleep Sleep is the default power mode when the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds You may configure the options for the power button from the Power Options Hardware and Sound menu control panel in Windows Vista see your OS s documentation or Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 for details Turning on the Computer 3 3 Power Management Power Plans The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans You ni 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 See Table3 1 i i inactivi eo on A to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity page 3 9 for informa tion on how to resume from a power saving state Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac cess further configuration options in Advanced Settings fa E 4 Power Options gr 3 eS E lt Power Options Edit Plan Settings gt ll Search Advanced settings a a L Password It is recommended that you enable a password on system resume in or der to protect your data Change settings for the plan My Plan 1 lt Select the power plan that you want to customize and Py then choose settings that reflect how you want your Choose the sleep and display setting
15. To access the Windows Mobility Center 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Windows Mobility Center Mobile PC 3 Click the button to Turn wireless off on or click the icon menu Figure 7 10 pm an hi Fully charged ee No display a Mobility S M 100 Pll eannecte A connected enter p Balanced Turn wireless off Connect display Volume Battery Status Wireless Network a No syne lt Saini aa Mot presenting External Display Sync Center Presentation Settings 7 14 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module Modules amp Options Bluetooth Module The operating system s Bluetooth Devices control panel is used to configure the Bluetooth settings in Windows Vista and therefore does not require a driver Use the Fn F12 key combination see Function Keys on page I 10 to toggle power to the Bluetooth module NX L AK Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the mod ule s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F12 key combination to toggle power to the Bluetooth module and check the LED indicator to see if the module is powered on or not see Bluetooth Module 7 15 Modules amp Options a Bluetooth Taskbar Icon If you cannot see the Bluetooth icon in the task
16. Zoom The BisonCap and VideoView programs allow you to zoom the camera in and out 1 Run the BisonCap Video View program For Bison Cap 2 Goto Zoom and select Zoom Out Zoom In For Video View 3 Goto Options and scroll down to select Setting Use the slider to adjust the zoom level and click OK to save the setting Bison Cap Seating VideoView a Zoom Out Snapshot Counter 0 Cancel Capture Counter lo foom In Taking Still Pictures The BisonCap and VideoView programs allow you to take still pictures 1 Run the BisonCap Video View program For Bison Cap 2 Goto Options and select Take Picture For VideoView 3 Goto Capture and select Snapshot 4 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder X on the desktop i PC Camera Module 7 9 Modules amp Options Figure 7 4 Zoom Setting ane 2G Snapshot Folder The Snapshot folder s default location is on the desktop Do not move this folder or an error may appear when you try to take a still picture If you accidentally de lete or move the folder you can create a new Snapshot folder on the desktop in order to cap ture the files Modules amp Options 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module If you have included an 802 11b g USB Wireless LAN module in your purchase op Wireless Device tion you will have the appropriate software provided for your module Operation Aboard aleti Before installi
17. bar PC Camera Power Toggle Fn F3 Mute Toggle Fn F11 WLAN Module Power tahi p M Toggle arnis Volume On Volume Mute Radioen Fn F5 F6 Volume Decrease En F12 Bluetooth Module Increase Power Toggle Brightness Decrease Fn F8 F9 Increnet Silent Mode Toggle Table D 2 Hot Key Functions amp Indicators Function Keys D 5 Windows XP Information Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and Audio Devices Windows con trol panel or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager i icon in the taskbar control panel this will bring up the Realtek Audio Configuration menus The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key com bination a Sound Volume Adjustment Sound Effect Mixer Audio KO Microphone 3D Audio Demo Environment lt None gt How high the sound volume can be set depends on the setting of the vol ume control within Windows and the volume control function keys on the computer Click the Volume icon on the taskbar to check the setting Volume me e 100 E00 400 600 1 3H cm eum G uc du P N i A N A N _ P Bass Figure D 4 Realtek Audio Configuration Menus D 6 Audio Features Windows XP Information Video Features You can switch display devices and configure display options from the Display Properties control panel in Windows as long as the appropriate video driver is installed
18. Bluetooth module The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F12 key com bination to toggle power to the Bluetooth module and check the indicator to see if the module is powered on or not see j D 38 Bluetooth Module Windows XP Information Bluetooth Local Area Connection Icon If you want to display the Local Area Connection icon for the Bluetooth connection in the taskbar set it up as follows 1 Access the Network Connections control panel in Windows Start gt Settings gt Network Connections OR Start gt Connect To gt Show all Connections or by clicking the taskbar icon Right click the Bluetooth connection icon and select Properties 3 Click to put a tick if none is present in the Show icon in the notification area when connected box and click OK _ 4 Close the control panels and the icon 3 for the Bluetooth local area connection will be displayed in the taskbar when connected see sidebar and overleaf Ny Network Connections E mj X Local Area Connection 4 Properties PR Fie Edit view Favorites Tools Advanced Help E 7 pa Search Key Folders E p General Advanced Connect using Address e Network Connections _ a aa Bluetooth PAN Kwak Adanter a LAN or High Speed Internet Network Tasks T
19. Click Next gt Next LAN 3 Click Finish to restart the computer 1 Click 4 Install LAN Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next Hot Key 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer 1 Click 7 Install HOTKEY Driver gt Yes 4 The network settings can now be configured 2 Click Next gt Install 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer SS re ee ee a ees a oe ee Driver Installation 4 5 Drivers amp Utilities PC Camera Module See the introduction in PC Camera Module on page 7 2 and check the installation procedure Wireless LAN Module See the introduction in 802 11 b g USB WLAN Mod ule on page 7 10 and check the installation proce dure Bluetooth Module Note The operating system is the default setting for Bluetooth control in Windows Vista and does not re quire a driver See Bluetooth Module on page 7 15 for configuration instructions 3 5G Module See the introduction in 3 5G Module on page 7 19 and check the installation procedure Fingerprint Reader Module See the introduction in Fingerprint Reader Module on page 7 29 and check the installation procedure 2 4 6 Driver installation BIOS Utilities Chapter 5 BIOS Utilities vy Ove rview BIOS Settings Warning This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer s built in software Incorrect settings can Diagnostics The POST Power On Self Test sara Ace at ke mistakes return to
20. File ty particularly of large f prior to capturing video files you may select the Set Capture File option in the capture files by reduc ing the amount of work File menu and set the file name and location before capture this will help avoid ac the hard disk has to do cidentally overwriting files Set the name and location then click Open then set the in finding space for the Capture file size and click OK You can then start the capture process as above video data as it is being captured Note the important information in Reducing Video File Size on page 7 7 in See also Reducing order to save file space and help prevent system problems Video File Size on page 7 7 7 6 PC Camera Module Modules amp 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 If necessary you can re move the recorded video file to a removable medium e g CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows Vista system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C drive system partition In order to prevent system problems it is recommend ed that you save the captured video file to a location other than the C drive see
21. Finish gt Yes to restart the computer ATR aS Fingerprint Reader Module 7 29 Modules amp Options User Enrollment 1 Click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt User Enrollment or double click the taskbar icon 2 On the first run of the program you will be asked to click the button to accept the license and then click OK 3 Click Next and select Enrollment to the hard disk and click Finish Ab fegos ae coro cheep bo Gor poser four wee che can be peed by hanhart Protected keys obtaned Som See Meri cerca Thee mode sheet ony 21 Speers tabingi G Ermodinerit bo De had dik Al apem are shored en pour hard drive and enc ypied by moihaa Uei can ero acy numer of ngepit Figure 7 28 Enroll to Hard Disk 4 If you have not set a Windows password you will be prompted to do so note If you have not set a password Protector Suite QL cannot secure access to your computer Click Next You will then be prompted to enter your Windows password Click Next gt Next if you have the Run interactive tutorial tickbox selected you will run through the Fingerprint Tutorial 8 Click Next for each window of the tutorial you can click the button to skip tutoriaP at any time oe N 7 30 Fingerprint Reader Module 9 10 11 12 13 14 Click the button above any of the fingers to begin the enrollment process for that finger Swipe the finger three times to enr
22. OK Click Next gt Next gt Next 2 3 The modem is ready for dial up configuration 3 Click Finish to restart the computer 4 You may then configure your TouchPad as out 2B lined in TouchPad and Buttons Mouse on age 2 8 Modem Country Selection Pes Be sure to check if the modem country selection is ap CardReader propriate for you Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options 1 Click 6 Install Cardreader Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer LAN 1 Click 4 Install LAN Driver gt Yes Hot Key 2 Click Next 1 Click 7 Install HOTKEY Driver gt Yes 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer 2 Click Next gt Install 4 The network settings can mow be configured 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer D 28 Driver Installation Module Drivers See the following pages for the driver installation pro cedures for any of the optional modules included in your purchase configuration PC Camera Module See PC Camera Module on page D 30 Wireless LAN Module See 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module on page D 36 Bluetooth Module Note The operating system is the default setting for Bluetooth control in Windows XP and does not re quire a driver See Bluetooth Module on page D 38 for configuration instructions 3 5G Module See 3 5G Module on page D 43 Fingerprint Reader Module See Fingerprint Reader Module
23. Operation a Power Button When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Sleep Hibernate Shut Down hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will force the computer to shut down Configuring the Power Buttons 3 9 Power Management Battery Information LS Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery Low Battery Ing Battery Power We N ecw Ses Your computer s battery power is dependent upon many factors including the pro ONS WSS grams you are running and peripheral devices attached You can set actions to be KET O E OTS taken e g Shut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from Op cei elie Vier ee Power plan Advanced Settings see Figure 3 I on page 3 4 erwise the unsaved CEL NS SWS Click the battery icon ff in the taskbar to see the current battery level and charge the power is depleted connect the AC DC status 6 2 Power Options E 54 available plugged in charging Advanced settings Select the power plan that you want to customize and E y then choose settings that reflect how you want your l m computer to manage power ee Pees P a Change settings that are currently unavailable 6 My Plan 1 My Plan 1 5 r Power saver Battery Figure 3 E 5 Critical battery
24. PDIF Digital Output Architecture 2 Built In Speakers Direct Sound 3D Compatible Built In Microphone EAX 1 0 amp 2 0 Compatible Keyboard amp Winkey Keyboard Built In TouchPad with Scrolling Function Pointing Device Three USB 2 0 Ports One RJ 11 Modem Jack One Headphone Out Jack One RJ 45 LAN Jack One Microphone In Jack One DC in Jack One S PDIF Out Jack One External Monitor Port One Internal Microphone Card Reader Embedded 7 in 1 Card Reader MS MS Pro SD Mini SD MMC RS MMC MS Duo Note MS Duo Mini SD RS MMC Cards require a PC adapter Specifications C 3 Specifications Feature Specification Card SlotS One ExpressCard 34 54 Slot One MiniCard Slot Supporting USB and PCle Interfaces Second MiniCard Slot Supporting USB Interface Factory Option Communication 10M 100Mb Base T Ethernet LAN se 56K MDC Modem V 90 amp V 92 Compliant Note The Blue 802 11 b g MiniCard USB Wireless LAN Module Option tooth and 3 5G OP 1 3M or 2 0M Pixel USB PC Camera Module Factory Option tional Modules yX cannot coexist fone Bluetooth OR 3 5G Module Options of these factory op Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate Module Factory Option UMTS Modes 1 A tions is included in OR Note that UMTS Jau purchase 9p UMTS HSPDA based 3 5G Module with MiniCard Interface Factory modes CAN NOT tion then the other is Option be used in North unavailable Quad band GSM GPRS 850 MHz 900 MHz 1800 MHz 19
25. Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong Se a ee Te changa the cumani iepen selec Geogiaphe aes and than chek OF South amp Central America Mexico Australia i T Se New Zealand Uateir Arastu Watican Cily Wen fark N Korea Russia Eastern Europe India amp Most of Africa Curent Pegon Hot Selected Hew Region Megan China Table D 1 DVD Region Codes Figure D I DVD Regions D 2 DVD Regional Codes Windows XP Information Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel Most of the control panels utilities and programs within Windows XP and most other Windows versions 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 You can customize the look of the Start menu by right clicking the Start menu and selecting Properties from the menu Open l Actreahe Winakor Explore s Search 47 Set Progen Access and Def outs i 4 Le Widows CRI ib Windows Update if Prog omn Open All Users Explore All Users 3 T Bre Pe R g Hy i th Bie be pe Seach E t Acoma y tiers tures wd ia FE A Par tee Sou ate De gt Printers aru Faces eh Taiba and Start Meru hk Click here to toggle Category View gt oat were Der Pu aen ye bo fey coon Oe reme eed ard wns lie prog ame Oma Seat p
26. Set Configuration The Setup utility up and restore the Set If your computer has never been set up or you are making important changes to the E44 Se system e g hard disk setup then you should review this chapter first and note the original settings found in Setup Even if you are a beginner keep a record of the set tings you find and any changes you make This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing There is one general rule Don t make any changes unless you are sure of what you are doing Many of the settings are required by the system and changing them could cause it to become unstable or worse If you have any doubts consult your service representative SS eee a ee ee ee Overview 5 1 BIOS Utilities The Power On Self Test POST 2 Each time you turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST Screen POST including a quick test of the on board RAM memory E As the POST proceeds the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong If there 3 Memory status is a problem that prevents the system from booting it will display a system summary 4 Enter Setup prompt and prompt you to run Setup appears only during POST If there are no problems the Setup prompt will disappear and the system will load the operating system Once that starts you can t get into Setup without rebooting Note The POST screen as pictured right is for guideline purposes only Pho
27. System Map Left amp Right Views s 1 12 System Map Left amp Right Views Disk Eject Warning Don t try to eject a CD DVD while the system is ac cessing it This may cause the system to crash Stop the disk first then eject it or press the stop button twice CD DVD Emergency Eject If you need to manually eject a CD DVD e g due to an unexpected power interruption you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole Do not use a sharpened pencil or any ob ject that may break and become lodged in the hole Don t try to remove a floppy disk CD DVD while the system is accessing it This may cause the system to crash Quick Start Guide gi A Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double click Device Manager Hardware and Sound then click the next to DVD CD ROM drives Double click on the DVD ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box and select the DVD Region tab to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code see DVD Regional Codes on page 2 5 DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your module s region code 5 times The fifth selection is permanent This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer a E System Map Left amp Right Views 1 13 Quick Start Guide System Map Bottom View Figu
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29. To access Display Properties in Windows ae Click Start point to Settings and click Control Panel or just click Control Panel Double click Display icon In the Appearances and Themes category Click Settings tab in the Display Properties dialog box Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen resolution Figure D 5 on page D 8 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting in Color quality Figure D 5 on page D 8 You can also access Display Properties by right clicking the desktop and scrolling down and clicking Properties Click Settings tab and adjust as above Open the Display Properties control panel and click Advanced button Figure D 5 on page D 8 to bring up the Advanced properties tabs Click SIS Utility Manager tab to access the SIS video controls You can also access SIS video controls by right clicking the SIS Utility Tray taskbar icon Ed and selecting the appropriate control from the Display Property D menu Video Features D 7 Windows XP Information Display Properties amp SIS Utility Manager Display Properties Plug and Play Monitor and SiS Mirage 3 Graphics Properties PR Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings General Adapter Color Management Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Gamma Correction Display 7 1 Plug and Play Monitor on SiS Mirage 3 Graphics v i Screen r
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31. a BOG Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module s connecting 5 Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the edge Even the cleanest direction indicated by the arrows amp in Figure 6 7 hands have oils which Ei mn a can attract particles and a a degrade the module s performance Figure 6 7 RAM Module Release Latches 6 8 Upgrading the System Memory RAM Upgrading The Computer 6 The RAM module will pop up and you can remove it Figure 6 RAM Module Removal amp Fan Cable Reconnection 7 Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary 8 Insert a new module holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot 9 The module s pin alignment will allow it to only fit one way Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot as it will go DO NOT FORCE the module it should fit without much pressure 10 Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the slot levers click into place to secure the module 11 Replace the bay cover and screws make sure you reconnect the fan cable before screwing down the bay cover 12 Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to register the new memory configuration as it starts up Upgrading the System Memory RAM 6 9 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor NAV Z LSS If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing
32. action f my Hi h erfa rm ance E Low battery level Battery icon ERATI Critical battery level Low battery notification Taskbar amp Batte ry On battery On k Jj i Learn how to conserve power Peet ee P a Advanced Settings 5 d P Low battery action H More power options SR Windows Mobility Center Pluaaed in Do nothing ad ee lefaults Shut down _ LI 7 4 r a 45 AM 3 10 Battery Information Power Management Conserving Battery Power e Use a power plan that conserves power e g Power saver however note that LP this may have an affect on computer performance Windows Mobility Center e Lower the brightness level of the LCD display The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter The Windows Mobility Center control panel pro e Reduce the amount of time before the display is turned off vides an easy point of ac cess for information on e Close wireless Bluetooth modem or communication applications when they are battery status power plans used and wireless device not being used status etc e Disconnect remove any unnecessary external devices e g USB devices ExpressCards etc r gt Windows Mobility Center 7 oe E bes No display Mute F 50 remaining 91 Not connected i i sit oa vt CU LLCO Power saver ha Turn wireless off Connect display Volume Battery Status Wireless Network External Display F
33. and customize it by changing its power settings Tell me more shout power plans Plans shown on the battery meter Balarced Battery igre Gee hoew when to turn off the hange plan settings Pedeemance eee display Change when the coenputer Power saver Battery fe 990009 sleeps change plan settings Vertoerrunce 06 High performance Battery ide 90 Set abo hance plan settings Pefcemance Geeoes yep Perponslization Windows Mebi Center Dhow Atz nunt Note Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista Figure 1 9 Power Options 1 18 Power Options Features amp Components Chapter 2 Features amp Components Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer e Hard Disk Drive e Optical CD DVD Device e 7 in 1 Card Reader e ExpressCard Slot e TouchPad and Buttons Mouse e Function Hot Key Indicators e Audio Features e Adding a Printer SSS oa r ee Overview 2 1 Features amp Components Hard Disk Drive NAV Z Zax The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer The hard disk can be Power Safety taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA hard disk drives see Storage E E on page C 3 with a height of 9 5 mm a es ee The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below For fur computer please ensure ther details see Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive on pag
34. and actions and check the Power Meter from the Power Options Pave se cea ce control panel and settings in the OS will help prolong the battery life if configured appropriately Power Dehra Alama Piei Minter Sihir Hissin Prva Scheer Adlets Piven Meter Aea Hibeerruste Loney Latter ahai eee deni Aor each battery eieaa Errar hatbau slari mhian paiar bara ahaa i Pirar ihah Oy a x E Cunert ppsa pape Daira Tois bebsp power marang 19 Talal ran aera 2 i Alam Action Heiles E gri in Fi ure D I 2 a o g a Run Freg ai 14 a aA Power Options F Acivate giia hatiery alam ehan ge x Alarm amp Power N Meter LAlmAsion umn Alun Piega ok an raai baie oar a a oration C w J cma C o ca Battery Information D 21 Windows XP Information Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance To optimize the life and improve its perfor mance fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself If you need to remove the battery for any reason see Removing the Battery on page 6 3 Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter is attached and plugged into an electrical out let If the computer is powered on and in use it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outle
35. any key to restart 8 2 Basic Hints and Tips Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance e 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 e Run maintenance programs on your hard disk and OS as often as you can You may schedule these pro grams to run at times when you are not using your computer You can use those that are provided free with your OS or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so e Write down your passwords and keep them safe away from your computer This is especially important if you choose to use a Supervisor password for the BIOS see The Power On Self Test POST on page 5 2 e Keep copies of vital settings files such as network dialup settings mail settings etc even 1f just brief notes Warranty The CPU is not a user serviceable part Opening this compartment or accessing the CPU in any way may violate your war ranty Backup and General Maintenance 8 3 Troubleshooting Viruses e 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 tion
36. box 3 Click 1 PC Camera Driver Web cam gt Yes For the 1 3M Pixel Camera Module 1 Choose the language you prefer and click Next 2 Click Next gt Finish to restart the computer 3 Run the BisonCap application program from the BisonCam shortcut on the desktop or from the BisonCam item in the Start gt Programs All Programs menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again D 30 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information For the 2 0M Pixel Camera Module 1 Click Install 2 Click to select Yes or No in answer to the power system question 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer 4 Run the VideoView application program from the Video View shortcut on the desktop or from the USB2 0 PC Camera item in the Start gt Programs All Programs menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video amp audio with your camera it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows s Go to the Start menu and point to Settings or just click Control Panel and click Control Panel then double click the Sounds amp Audio Devices icon Sounds Speech and Audio Devices in Category View Click Advanced in the Volume gt Device volume tab Click Options and scroll down and click Properties Select Realtek HD Audio input from the Mixer device menu Make sure the Mic Volu
37. conserve energy Make a plan active by selecting it or choose a plan and customize it by Choose what closing the lid changing its power settings Tell me more about power plans does Plans shown on the battery meter Create a power plan Choose when to turn off the display Change when the computer sleeps See also Personalization Windows Mobility Center User Accounts Balanced Change plan settings Power saver Change plan settings High performance Change plan settings Battery life Performance 999 Battery life 000 Performance 99 Battery life 99 Performance 99990999 Power Plans 3 5 Power Management a Power Button The Power Button in the Start Menu in Classic View use the Shut Down button oj can be used to send the computer into a power saving state Sleep Mode amp Mobile PC Battery A mobile PC in Sleep uses very little battery power After an extended peri od of time the computer will save any open docu ments and applications to hard disk Power Saving States You can use power saving states to stop the computer s operation and restart where you left off Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista Earlier versions of Windows used Stand By and Hibernate as system power saving states Windows Vista combines the features of Stand By and Hibernate into the de fault Sleep power saving state Sleep In Sleep all of y
38. in fire It is recommended that you replace your computer battery every two years a A el Battery Information D 23 Windows XP Information Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery Caution Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that indicates the bat tery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own Disable the Power Options functions in the Control Panel espe cially any Alarms unclick the tickboxes see page D 27 and Schemes change ROJEC ela Wiig ig all the settings to Never see page D 16 As the battery nears the end of its life save STS SOI VIS 8 and close any critical files recommended by the manufacturer Discard OUE ENEC TEE A When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes structions from orange to green Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re placed How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges D 24 Battery Information Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM click Install Drivers Optional button and then click the appropriate driver name from the Drivers Installer menu Follow the instructions to install the driver
39. next to an item press Enter to go to a sub menu on that sub ject The sub menu screen that appears has a similar layout but the Enter key may execute a command The Setup Program 5 5 BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 2 Advanced Security Boot Exit Main Menu Item Specific Help HA 12 05 System Date 08 23 2007 lt malos lt Shitt Talos Or gt IDE Channel 0 Master MATSHITADVD RAM UJ 850S entar selects field gt SATA Port 1 FUJITSU MHW2060BH S1 System Memory 635 KB Extended Memory 893 MB System Time amp Date Main Menu The hour setting uses the 24 hour system i e midnight 13 1 pm If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system you will also change these settings Some applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes Sa E 5 6 Main Menu BIOS Utilities IDE Channel 0 Master Main Menu Pressing Enter opens the sub menu to show the configuration of an optical Device on the computer s IDE Channel 0 Use the Auto Type setting to have the items configured automatically for you SATA Port I Main Menu Pressing Enter opens the sub menu to show the configuration of a HDD on the com puter s SATA port Use the Auto Type setting to have the items configured auto matically for you System Extended Memory Main Menu This item contains information on the system memory and is not user configurable The system will auto detect t
40. nin in Display 2 Plug and Play Monitor on SiS Mirage 3 Graphics You can drag any icons or windows across to either display desktop which makes it possible to have one program visible in one of the displays and a different program visible in the other display Figure D Display Properties Extended Desktop D 12 Attaching Other Displays Windows XP Information Power Management Features To conserve power especially when using the battery your computer uses the ACPI power management system Power management conserves power by controlling in dividual components of the computer the monitor and hard disk drive or the whole system The Power Options control panel icon in Windows see page D 3 allows you to configure power management features for your computer You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk or you may use e1 ther Stand by or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system Advanced Configuration and Power Interface The ACPI interface provides the computer with enhanced power saving techniques and gives the operating system OS direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors For example it enables the OS to set devices into low power states based on user settings and information from applications ACPI is fully supported in Windows XP Power Management Features D 13 Lo OS Note Power management funct
41. order to prevent system problems it is recommended that you save the captured video file to a location other than the C drive see Set Capture File on page D 32 limit the file size of the captured video see Pre Allocating File Space on page D 32 or reduce video resolution see below To Reduce Video Resolution Output Size 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Pin 3 Click the Output Size drop box and select a lower resolution size in order to reduce the captured file size PC Camera Module D 33 Windows XP Information Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the BisonCap VideoView program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter For Bison Cap 3 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency in Property Page tab For VideoView 4 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Flickering Reduction in Image tab Properties Bison Cap Property Page Video Proc Amp Camera Control V Auto White Balance Environment Figure D 15 Video Capture Filter Rotation Tungsten C Daylight Fluorescent Horizontal F Vertical D 34 PC Camera Module RGB gain R a G 4 B 4 Frequency C Disable C 50Hz 60Hz Cancel dt Monitor VideoView Fl
42. status and clone Device 1 from the device list menu 6 Click Apply gt Yes to save any changes Multi Mode maplay Epa Lariay Da tet nateTe aries Figure B 7 Display Setting Device List Options 1034 TES packs Troe Cor 22 bla E9 Herds To Enable a Display Setting Mode B 7 Using Windows Vista to Enable Extended Mode ZE 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on l l 2 Ifa New Display Detected window does not appear in Windows Vista go to the Display Settings Windows Mobility Center control panel Mobile PC gt Adjust commonly used Extended Desktop mobility settings and click Connect display Click to select Show different parts of my desktop on each display extended drag the monitors to Click Right or Left under Extend your desktop match the physical ar Click Apply gt OK rangement you wish to a use Use the control panel to Aa 2 New Display Detected You can drag any icons or windows across to ei ther display desktop which makes it possible to have one program visible in one of the dis plays and a different program visible in the other display Choose the appearance of your display Extend your desktop To select different settings go to Display Settings in Control Panel Figure B New Display Detected Apph ok Cancel B 8 To Enable a Display Setting Mode Using Display Settings to Enable Extended M
43. the existing processor with a fast Warranty er new one you will need to contact your customer service representative We rec vie eat oe eee ommend that you do not do this yourself since if it is done incorrectly you may serviceable part Open damage the processor or mainboard ing this compartment or accessing the CPU in any way may violate your warranty Unauthorized tampering with the HDD may also violate your warranty E a E E 6 10 Upgrading the Processor Modules amp Options Chapter 7 Modules amp 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 e PC Camera Module e 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module e Bluetooth Module e 3 5G Module e Fingerprint Reader Module SS re ee S ae a a ee Overview 7 1 Modules amp Options PC Camera Module There are 2 camera options available for this computer depending on your purchase configuration The 1 3M pixel camera module uses the BisonCap application to capture video files and the 2 0M pixel camera module uses the Video View appli Check the CD and any cation to capture video files accompanying insert Latest PC Camera Driver Information pages for the latest up dated information on the Before installing the PC Camera driver make sure that the optional PC Camera is a ETNA on Use t
44. word Figure 7 22 Choose Profile SE You can then enter a new profile name or choose a profile from the drop down list provided by the software see the sidebar for information on the profile details al Profile Information Click General and or Ad vanced and the sub menus under Advanced in the left menu and then click in any of the fields to add the appropriate infor mation supplied by your service provider User Options SA Messaging ok Network amp SIM Settings Sounds Profiles UP Far Eas Tone A Chung Wa Telecom a 5 Profile name Username Password APN Access Point Name Connection type Autoconnect etc PDP type General Options Click Apply gt OK to save the information You can choose the profile from the pull down menu oG Watcher Wiew Tools SIERA REL ERe Enter a profile name or select from the list of pre defined profiles Jersey Telecom KG Telecom KPN Netherlands yivstar LMT Latvian Mobile Tel LUXGSM M1 Singapore Macau Hutchison Telecom MMS Be 7 24 3 5G Module Connecting to the Service Provider 1 2 Power on the 3 5G module using the Fn _ key combination the icon Sy will be green You can access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon fi The software will run and display th
45. 00 MHz America UMTS WCDMA FDD 2100 MHz Power Supports ACPI 3 0 Supports Wake on LAN Management Supports Wake on USB Supports Resume from Modem Ring C Power Full Range AC DC Adapter AC input 100 240V 50 60Hz DC Output 19V 3 42A 65 Watts Battery 4 Cell Smart Lithium lon Battery Pack 14 8V 2 4AH 8 Cell Smart Lithium lon Battery Pack 14 8V 4 4AH Option C 4 Specifications Specifications Feature Specification Environmental Spec Dimensions amp Weight Optional X Note The Blue tooth and 3 5G Op tional Modules cannot coexist If one of these factory op tions is included in your purchase op tion then the other is unavailable Temperature Operating pO 35 C Non Operating 20 C 60 C 299mm w 219mm d 26 5 35 7mm h Optical Drive Module Options DVD CD RW Combo Drive Module Super Multi Drive Module USB Floppy Disk Drive 802 11 b g MiniCard USB Wireless LAN Module 8 Cell Smart Lithium lon Battery Pack 1 3M or 2 0M Pixel USB PC Camera Module Factory Option Fingerprint ID Reader Module Factory Option Relative Humidity Operating 20 80 Non Operating 10 90 1 8 kg With 4 Cell Battery and ODD Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate Module Factory Option OR UMTS HSPDA based 3 5G Module with MiniCard Interface Factory Option Quad band GSM GPRS 850 MHz 900 MHz 1800 MHz 1900 MHz UMTS WCDMA FDD 2100 MHz UMTS Modes Note that UM
46. 1 b g USB WLAN Module Modules amp Options 7 To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon ar and then select Connect or disconnect to access the network menu and i ZS click Disconnect or right click the icon cre and then click Disconnect from e Security Enabled Currently connected to i popu FF Networks i E Connect to a network A a 4 x Pichi a alll You should try to make Click icon Disconnect or connect to another network sure that any network Mia ee e gt RTE eens sore y 2 re network aring Center ll a sak een will a secure netwo Se ae eee eee ee l e e x ecurity enabled networ j sil networks may allow un Ki authorized access to M WLAN3 Security enabled network a11 m your computer docu a z ments websites and Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center files etc BE O _ Network com WLAN connect to a network Figure 7 _ 9 Turn on activity animation Disconnecting n i an Turn off notification of new networks Right click icon Diagnose and repair Network and Sharing Center e 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module 7 13 Modules amp Options Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center control panel provides an easy point of access for information on battery status power plans used and wireless device status etc
47. Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the ap propriate driver folder New Hardware Found If you see the message New Hardware Found Found New Hardware Wizard during the installa tion procedure other than when outlined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the window and follow the installation procedure Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM and click Install Drivers button or Op tional button to access the Optional driver menu Video 1 Click 1 Install VGA Driver gt Yes 2 Click Yes click Yes if you want to view the ReadMe file 3 Click Yes to restart the computer Audio 1 Click 2 Install Audio Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer 4 4 Driver Installation Drivers amp Utilities Modem TouchPad 1 Click 3 Install Modem Driver gt Yes 1 Click 5 Install Touchpad Driver gt Yes 2 Click OK 2 Click Next 3 The modem is ready for dial up configuration 3 Click Finish gt Restart Now to restart the com puter P 4 You may then configure your TouchPad as out lined in TouchPad and Buttons Mouse on Modem Country Selection page 2 8 Go to the Phone and Modem Options control panel Hardware and Sound and make sure the modem CardReader country selection is appropriate for you 1 Click 6 Install Cardreader Driver gt Yes 2
48. GA Control Center or click Appearance and Personalization gt SiS VGA Control Center 3 Click the top menu icons to bring up the appropriate control panel to adjust the settings 4 You can also access SiS VGA Control Center by right clicking the SIS Tray taskbar icon and selecting Control Center 1 16 Video Features Quick Start Guide Digital Flat Pane 1600x1200 70Hz and SiS Mirage 3 Graphies Pr Adapter monitor Troubleshoot Color Management Adagier Type iia SS Mrage 3 Graphics Control Center Resolution Refresh Rate i lu Rotate Adanter Information Chip Type 26671 series DAC Type Interne Adapter Sting Mirage J Bios Informations 3 67 2A Total Avatable Graphics Memory 192 MB Dedcsted Video Memory 123 me Syalom Video Memar y oma his m e FPP rere Degral Hat Panel 06001200 70H on i3 Mirage J Graphics Ersolutio keia Shared System Memor y gama Lew i High Highest G2 bat 2 T About os GU 3 Control Panal Pp Chk View E kraadita Chang nge deitop backhyround Char ge the color pheme f tien A Taskbar and Start Menu Cutternge the Sart mere Cantonese Dirk hoy yj s ahei Change the picture on the Stat menu e Ease of Access Center Gy Aecommedate tow cee harge screen reader Underre teySoerd dhorizuts end matet ieyt Turn rgh C emtrant en er off RENCE LED anne Dall sga Clock
49. Installation The procedures for installing drivers for the PC Cam era Wireless LAN 3G and Fingerprint modules are provided in Modules amp Options on page 7 1 What to Install 4 1 Drivers amp Utilities Driver Installation 1 Check the driver installation order from Table on page 4 3 the drivers must be installed in this Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual order which is the same as that listed in the Driv CD ROM and click Install Drivers button or Op ers Installer menu below tional button to access the Optional driver menu 2 Click to select the driver you wish to install after installing each driver it will become grayed out if you need to reinstall any driver click the Unlock J Drivers Installer bao Campuling a D button FF A 4iViobi a y TA ase 3 Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages Lo 2 es a Sean puting Cry Figure 4 I Drivers Installer Screen 1 Figure 4 2 Drivers Installer Screen 2 4 2 Driver Installation eer ce ee ee meon ers Table 4 l Driver Installation Drivers amp Utilities Updating Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you wish to update reinstall individual drivers it may be necessary to uninstall the original driver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Programs and Features icon Pro gra
50. Num Lock is turned ON see LED Indicators on page 1 7 Unwelcome numbers appear when typing 7d Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use any standard USB keyboard The system will detect and enable it automatically However special functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work The system freezes or the screen goes dark The system never goes into a power saving mode The Wireless LAN Bluetooth 3 5G modules cannot be detected The PC Camera module cannot be detected The system s power saving features have timed out Use the AC DC adapter press the sleep Fn F4 key combination or press the power button if no LEDs are lit Power Options features are not enabled Go to the Windows Power Options menu and enable the features you prefer see Power Saving States on page 3 6 System Power Options on page D 18 Make sure you have enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel The modules are off Check the LED indicator gy and or function key indicator to see if the WLAN Bluetooth 3 5G module is on or off see LED Indicators on page 1 7 If the LED indicator is off then press the Fn F11 WLAN Fn F12 Bluetooth or Fn _ E 3 5G key combination s in order to enable the modules see Function Keys on page 17 10 The module is off Press the Fn F10 key combination in order to enable the mod
51. Possible Cause Solution You turned on the power Battery missing incorrectly installed Check the battery bay make sure the battery is present but it doesn t work and seated properly the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way Make sure there s nothing interfering with the battery contacts The battery LED power Low Battery Plug in the DC power source If the computer doesn t start up immediately turn it off indicator TMI is blinking then on again orange You are losing battery The system is using too much power lf your OS has a Power Options scheme see Power power too quickly Plans on page 3 4 Power Schemes on page D 16 check its settings You may also be using an ExpressCard USB device external device that is drawing a lot of power Actual battery operating The battery has not been fully discharged before being recharged Make sure the battery is fully time is shorter than discharged and recharge it completely before reusing see Battery Information on page 3 expected 10 Battery Information on page D 21 Power Options have been disabled Go to the Control Panel in Windows and re enable the options A peripheral device USB device ExpressCard is consuming a lot of power Turn off remove the unused device to save power SSS er ee ee i S Problems and Possible Solutions 8 7 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution The computer feels too Make su
52. Rogar and repiey logon nfo for webetec and ancicatons Access tyeten acct veer preference s Drol and manage fingerprint cptors Mere nformaton about LPS Gors E Cent 13 Restart the computer D 46 Fingerprint Reader Module Windows XP Information 14 Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu that allows you to Edit Fingerprints Start Control Center access the Help menu etc You can also run the Control Center etc from the Protector Suite QL item in the Programs All Programs menu FZ Protector Suite Software Fingerprint Control Center Fingerprints about Te et F 1g ure D 25 Enroll or edit current user s fingerprint templates Control Center amp Settings Biomenu Configure the fingerprint software fea Q Register Help Get help information Introduction E Control Center Tutorial Help 15 See Help amp Manual on page D 44 for further details 16 If you swipe your finger over the reader at any time you can access the Biomenu to lock the computer register websites open the Control Center and access the Help menu Fingerprint Reader Module D 47 Windows XP Information
53. TS modes CAN NOT be used in North America Specifications C 5 Specifications Windows XP Information Appendix D Windows XP Information This Appendix contains information including control panel information driver installation etc for users of the Windows XP OS Windows XP Information DVD Regional Codes 2 Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double click System gt Hardware tab click Device Manager then click the next to DVD CD ROM drives Double click on the DVD ROM device to bring up the Properties dialogue box and select the DVD Region tab to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your module s region code 5 times The fifth selection is permanent This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer Geographical Location Gersa Progavtins DVD Regon yokes Orres USA Canada Mil DVDs aie ete dia play m ae edad le ie 1 ply gioni ed DWD on turin pompuar Wo TE pae Ti ikha in play chor see er fa 4 Ge ape Anes iom the hwang lip Western Europe Japan South Africa Middle East amp Egypt CALITION You can change the igin a ritad rear oi ene Adler Changes MATHAU speched Zeng you cannot change the regen even piu AAA irda Gr ree oda DOD deve bo a diae coria South East Asia Taiwan South Korea The
54. age the computer Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it 1s powered on Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped or that appears damaged e g bent or twisted in any way Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place it may cause circuit damage which may possibly result in fire Recharge the batteries using the notebook s system Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode Do not try to repair a battery pack Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qual ified service personnel Keep children away from and promptly dispose of a damaged battery Always dispose of batteries carefully Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly handled or discarded Keep the battery away from metal appliances Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects VII 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 Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel Unplug the computer from the power supply Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the fo
55. al Warning When removing any cover s and screw s for the purposes of device upgrade remember to replace the cover s and screw s before turning the computer on E a ee a a E 6 2 Overview Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself for safety reasons it is best to remove the battery T 2 3 4 Turn the computer off and turn it over Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place Slide the battery out in the direction of the arrow Figure 6 I Battery Removal Removing the Battery 6 3 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA hard disk drives with a height of 9 5mm h see Storage on page C 3 Follow your operating system s installation instructions and install all necessary drivers and util ities see Driver Installation on page 4 2 when setting up a new hard disk Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery Locate the hard disk bay cover and remove screws amp Remove the hard disk bay cover Grip the tab and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow Pe Doa Figure 6 2 Hard Disk Bay amp Screws 6 4 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading The Computer 5 Lift the hard disk up in the dire
56. bar access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Op tions tab and make sure that Show Blue tooth icon in the notifi cation area check box Connections has a tick inside it Note that you will need to check the LED indica tor to see if the module is powered on or not Figure 7 11 Bluetooth Devices amp Click Icon Menu Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Vista Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it 1 Turn your Bluetooth device e g PDA mobile phone etc on 2 Make the device discoverable to do this check your device documentation To Turn the Bluetooth Module On 1 Press the Fn F12 key combination to power on the Bluetooth module 2 A Bluetooth icon d will appear in the taskbar see sidebar 3 You can then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel e Double click the icon 3 to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel e Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel and then click Bluetooth Devices Hardware and Sound e Click Right click the icon 4 and choose an option from the menu Add a Bluetooth Device Show Bluetooth Devices Send a File Recerve a File loin a Personal Area Metwork Open Bluetooth Settings Remove Bluetooth Icon 7 16 Bluetooth Module Modules amp Options To Add a Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Opti
57. ble electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F11 key com bination to toggle power to the WLAN module and check the indicator to see if the module is powered on or not see j Windows XP Information 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module Before installing the optional 802 11b g USB WLAN module driver use the Fn F11 key combination to toggle power to the module 802 11b g USB WLAN Driver Installation Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Optional button Click 2 Wireless Lan gt Yes Click Next Click Finish to complete the installation The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in Win dows XP Access any available wireless networks from Network Connections gt Wireless Network Connection menu in Windows or click the icon jij my in the taskbar and click View Wireless Connections D 36 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module Windows XP Information s Network Connections 4 Network Connection File Edit Yiew Favorites Tools Advanced Help Q Back P Search Key Folders Fi Address Network Connections LAN or High Speed Internet Network Tasks Use the Windows Net work Connections con Local Area Connection Wireless Network Connection E Cr
58. ce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment l 2 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 Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electrical 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 fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit with an AC Input of 100 240V 50 60Hz DC Output of 19V 3 42A 65 Watts minimum AC DC Adapter CAUTION Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY NO 26 AWG OR LARGER TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD This Computer s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged but it can be damaged To prevent this follow these suggestions 1 Don t drop it or expose it to shock If the computer falls the case and the components could be damaged Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anyth
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60. check with your service representative e A small crosshead or Phillips screwdriver before undertaking any e A small regular slotted flathead screwdriver upgrade procedures to e An antistatic wrist strap find out if this will VOID your warranty Before working with the internal components you will need to wear an antistatic wrist strap to ground yourself because static electricity may damage the compo nents The chapter includes e Removing the Battery e Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive e Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device e Upgrading the System Memory RAM Please make sure that you review each procedure before you perform it SSS eS Overview 6 1 Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade NANI IR These procedures involve opening the system s case adding and sometimes replac Power Safety ing parts Warning You should not perform any of these upgrades 1f Before you undertake any upgrade proce a M uel cle ea Your system is still under warranty or a service contract Ve eV Wael eit You don t have all the necessary equipment SONS clue eles You re not in the correct environment ae ou eC Cue e You doubt your abilities cables including tele phone lines It is advis o able to also remove your Under any of these conditions contact your service representative to purchase or re iTA place the component s vent accidentally turning the machine on DAN IE Remov
61. ction of arrow 6 Remove the screws amp and cover 7 Reverse the process to install a new hard disk drive Figure 6 3 HDD amp Cover Removal Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 5 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 7 Locate the RAM amp CPU bay cover and remove screws 3 Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point 4 Reverse the process to install the new device Figure 6 4 Removing the CD DVD Device 6 6 Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory RAM The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In line SO DIMM DDRII DDR2 type memory modules see Memory on page C 2 for details of supported module types The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the RAM amp CPU bay cover and remove screws Figure 6 5 RAM amp CPU Bay Screws Upgrading the System Memory RAM 6 7 Upgrading The Computer 3 Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover Figure 6 6 4 Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover CPU RAM Bay A 2 Cover Removed
62. d as illustrated in Figure 7 18 and close the SIMLOCK Figure 7 18 Insert the SIM Card 9 Figure 7 19 SIMLOCK Lock 10 Replace the hard disk assembly cover screws and battery etc 3 5G Module 7 21 Modules amp Options XN 7 ANS Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn _ t key combination to toggle pow er to the 3 5G module and check the indicator to see if the module is powered on or not see 7 22 3 5G Module 3G Watcher Application With the 3 5G module and SIM card provided by your service provider installed you may then install the 3G Watcher application The 3 5G Watcher application al lows you to directly access your 3 5G internet service from the computer 3G Watcher Application Installation l ee a a Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Optional button Click 3 3GWatcher gt Yes Click Next Choose your region and click Next Click the button to accept the license agreement and then click Next Click Next gt Install Click Finish and the 3G Watcher icon j will appear on the desktop You can access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu S
63. default boot sequence Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Select Sub Menu Save and Exit When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system e g Windows Vista from the devices listed in this menu and in this priority order If it cannot find the operating system on that device it will try to load it from the next device in the order specified in the Boot priority order Item specific help on the right is available to help you move devices up and down the order 5 12 Boot Menu BIOS Utilities Exit Menu E Figure 5 6 Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Menu Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and Load Setup Defaults save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS Save Changes Choosing to Discard Changes or Exit Discarding Changes will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup You can also choose to restore the original Set up defaults that will return the Setup to its original state and erase any previous changes you have made in a previous session SS a e Exit Menu 5 13 BIOS Utilities 5 14 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 Before you begin you will need Please
64. devices detection Support Modes Support Modes CRT 1024 by 768 pixels True Color 32 bits 60 Hz v 1024 by 768 pixels True Color 32 bits 60 Hz hd LCD 124 1024 by 768 pixels True Color 32 bits 60 Hz v Cancel OK Cance Figure D 7 Driver Mode Setting Attaching Other Displays D 11 Windows XP Information To Enable Extended Desktop Windows Display Properties 1 Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port and turn it on 2 Click Start point to Settings or click Control Panel and click Control Panel if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes 3 Double click Display icon 4 Inthe Display Properties dialog box click Settings tab 5 Click the monitor icon e g B and make sure you have checked Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and click Apply Display Properties WE Click the appropriate mon Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings itor icon e g B to be able o Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors to S el e ct th eo pti on to ex Display Settings Exten de d tend the desktop on to it Desktop 1 2 Use the control panel to drag the mon In this example the Primary itors to match the physical arrange monitor J is on the left the ment you wish to use secondary display is on Screen resolution Color quality the right Less J Moe Highest 32 bit 1024 by 768 pixels
65. e 6 4 that the machine is not connected to the AC power and that the ma chine is turned off Also ensure that all peripher al cables including phone lines are discon nected from the comput er Figure 2 1 Hard Disk Location 2 2 Hard Disk Drive Features amp Components Optical CD DVD Device There is a bay for a 5 25 optical CD DVD device 12 7mm height The actual de 7 vice will depend on the module you purchased see Storage on page C 3 The Sound Volume optical device is usually labeled Drive D and may be used as a boot device if Adjustment properly set in the BIOS see Boot Menu on page 5 12 How high the sound vol ume can be set depends Loading Discs on the setting of the vol ume control within Win To insert a CD DVD press the open button and carefully place a CD DVD onto dows Click the Volume the disc tray with label side facing up use just enough force for the disc to click onto f icon on the taskbar to the tray s spindle Gently push the CD DVD tray in until its lock clicks and you f check the setting see Audio Features on are ready to start The busy indicator will light up while data is being accessed page 2 10 or while an audio video CD or DVD is playing If power is unexpectedly interrupt ed insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole to open the tray Figure 2 2 Optical Device
66. e service provider name connection information is obtained from the SIM card WWAN Chung Wa Telecor v Connect J X SIERRA WIRELESS Click Connect to begin the connection process The 3G Watcher application will then display the connection information in the window WWAN Chung Wa Telecor Disconnect j p a Aa gt SIERRA WIRELESS Modules amp Options a 3G Watcher Online Help For further details on the 3G Watcher application you can access the On line Help from the Help gt Help Topics menu Click on any topic from the Contents window to display details Figure 7 23 3G Watcher Figure 7 24 Connecting 3 5G Module 7 25 Modules amp Options Figure 7 25 Connected Taskbar Notification Figure 7 26 3GWatcher Connected 6 When the connection is successful a taskbar notification will appear as below a 7 You can then access the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection 8 While you are connected the taskbar icon will be green gii it will be red when the program is running but not connected 9 To disconnect click the Disconnect icon T Watcher BIERA WIRELESE 10 The program will disconnect from the service provider 11 The module will still be on and you will need to press the Fn _ E key combination the icon Sb will be off when disconnected 7 26 3 5G Module Modules amp Options 12 If you click t
67. eate ANEN Network cable unplugged Fire Connected Firewalled connection m Marvell Yukon 88E8053 PCI E Y_t Atheros ARSOO4 Wireless Ne Set up a home or small office network 1394 Connection Change Windows Connected Firewalled Firewall settings Lf 1994 Net Adapter trol panel to access available wireless net works Start gt Settings gt i Wireless Network Connection Status PR Wireless Network Connection Z Network Connections General Support pemn aides _ Choose a wireless network or Start gt Connect To gt Connection T Peeters retenh lt Sine em thier cle hla cna ar cee to Get mora Show all Connections Status Connected Network NA63 802 114 Duration 00 01 22 Speed 108 0 Mbps Signal Strength all 4 Tei ugi a vers fiver h heb TL foe a Poorer ual iae Kelated ashes di Lii a iaaa carla o Figure D 17 Activity Sent Received sated i enema ne Wireless Network P G Change advanced Linsecuneed winless nestwasrk ajl cea ithe Control Panels Packets 314 f View Wireless Networks 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module D 37 Windows XP Information Bluetooth Module NAV Z LS The operating system s Bluetooth Devices control panel is used to configure the Wireless pbs Bluetooth settings in Windows XP and therefore does not require a driver Use the SLE on eT Fn F12 key combination see Function Keys on page I 10 to toggle power Aircraft to the
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69. elp Get help information Introduction Tutorial Help G Registered sites gt Help may also be ac cessed from the Finger print Control Center Figure 7 30 i Control Center amp T E Biomenu a a Ce 56 PM 17 See Help amp Manual for further details 18 If you swipe your finger over the reader at any time you can access the Biomenu to lock the computer register websites open the Control Center and access the Help menu 19 The Control Center allows you to change the Settings enroll Fingerprints and get Help Sa a ae ae a ea 7 32 Fingerprint Reader Module 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 If all else fails talk to your service representative You should also make a record of what happened and what remedies you tried Of course if something goes wrong it will happen at the most inconvenient time possible so you should preview this section just in case If after you ve tried everything and the system still won t coo
70. enix TrustedCore tm a 1 Copyright 1985 2006 Phoenix Technologies Ltd The POST screen on All Rights Reserved your computer may ap BLON REY t Lon eee you disable the Boot CPU 1 Processors Detected Cores per Processor 12 i 894M System RAM Passed the POST screen will not A096 KE L2 Cacka appear System BIOS shadowed ATAPI CD ROM MATSHITADVD RAM RW UJ 850S Fixed Disk 0 FUJITSU MHW2060BH Mouse intialized Figure 5 1 POST Screen Press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP 5 2 The Power On Self Test 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 service center as soon as possible Non Fatal Errors This kind of error still allows you to boot You will get a message identifying the problem make a note of this message followed by the prompt e Press lt F1 gt to resume e lt F2 gt to enter Setup Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue It may work without the correct configuration Press F2 to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem If you still get an error message after you change the setting or if the cure seems even worse call for help The Power On Self Test POST 5 3 BIOS Utilities The Setup Pro
71. enu J orete LV Plugged in Power and sleep buttons and lid settings by clicking Require a When I press the power button Sleep Sleep X password on wakeup Do nothin in the left menu and se When I press the sleep button See ora Sleep Shut down lecting the options click y When t close the lid Sep Change settings that are currently unavail Password protection on wakeup Require a p ord recommendec able When your computer wakes from sleep no one can access your data without entering the correct password to unlock the computer Create or change your user account password Don t require a password When your computer wakes from sleep anyone can access your data because the computer isn t Figure 3 4 licked Power Options Define Power Buttons 3 8 Configuring the Power Buttons Power Management Resuming Operation You can resume operation from power saving states by pressing the power button ae or in some cases pressing the sleep button Fn F4 key combo Closing the Lid If you have chosen to send the computer to Sleep when the lid is closed raising the lid will wake the system up Power Off Press the Power Button Press the Power Button Sleep Blinking Green Press the Sleep Button Fn F4 Key Combo Off battery Hibernate Press the Power Button Table 3 1 Orange AC DC adapter Resuming Display Turned Off Press a Key or Move the Mouse Touchpad
72. er supply which comes with the device Interface Ports amp Jacks A 3 Interface Ports amp Jacks Appendix B SIS Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in Video Features on page l 16 ee SIS Video Driver Installation puncuon Key Combination Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 I on page 4 3 eae See E Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM and click Install F7 key combination to Drivers button toggle through the dis play options Video e Notebook Only 1 Click 1 Install VGA Driver gt Yes e External Display 2 Click Yes click Yes if you want to view the ReadMe file Only e Notebook External 3 Click Yes to restart the computer Display i Make sure you give the Video Memory displays enough time The system does not feature dedicated video memory but automatically and dynam to refresh ically allocates as much up to 256MB maximum system memory RAM as need ed to the video system The system returns whatever memory is no longer needed to the operating system You can adjust the amount of allocated memory from the BIOS see Embedded Share Memory Advanced Menu on page 5 9 SIS Video Driver Installation B 1 de Taskbar Icon The SIS VGA Control Center can also be ac cessed by right clicking the icon J in the task bar and selecting Con trol Center from the menu
73. ers Steet Pu opion to ust Ge seru syt bee esin mr d vnda C Figure D 2 Start Menu amp Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from the Start menu and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows e g power video network audio etc Windows XP provides basic controls for many of the fea tures however many new controls are added or existing ones are enhanced when you install the drivers To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel D 3 Windows XP Information TouchPad and Buttons Mouse The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse however you can also add a mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two button mouse Once you have installed the TouchPad driver see TouchPad on page D 28 you can configure the functions by double clicking the TouchPad driver icon GJ on the taskbar You may then configure the TouchPad tapping buttons scrolling pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferences You will find further information at www synaptics com Mouse Properties R Mouse Properties NU re Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hakware Device Settings Buttons Pointers Pointer Uptions Wheel H Button configu
74. ery action On battery Shut Down e Critical battery action Plugged in Do Nothing Battery Information 3 15 Power Management How do I fully charge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges 3 16 Battery Information Drivers amp Utilities Chapter 4 Drivers amp Utilities This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utili ties essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems The system takes ad vantage of some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available operating systems haven t built in drivers and utilities Thus some of the system components won t be auto config ured with an appropriate driver or utility during oper ating system installation Instead you need to manually install some system required drivers and utilities What to Install The Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper operation of the computer Table 4 I on page 4 3 lists what you need to install and it is very important that the drivers are in stalled in the order indicated see Driver Installa tion on page D 25 for Windows XP information Module Driver
75. es only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineer ing or disassembly is prohibited Intel Celeron and Intel Core are trademarks registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Preface FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission 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 in stalled 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 e Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the service representative or an experienced radio TV technician for help Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions including those listed below to redu
76. esolution Color quality Vide o Settings Driver Mode Settings Less BE Highest 32 bit 2 v 1280 by 800 pixels Use this device as the primary monitor K E i stend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Product and File ere 3 anaon P Driver Mode Settings T BM Desktop Gamma Correction a Ie video Setting v BA Product and File Information F LA Exit Tray E fa r r a Figure D 5 Display amp Graphics Properties D 8 Video Features Windows XP Information You may make changes to the video and display settings by clicking the appropriate menu button LP Driver Mode Setting 1 Desktop Gamma Correction Driver Mode Primary Function Key Combination You can use the Fn F7 key combination to toggle through the dis play options Change Bitmap RGB Color Calibration Display devices detection Support Modes 1280 by 800 pixels True Color 32 bits 60 Hz v e Notebook Only e External Display Only e Notebook External Display Make sure you give the displays enough time to refresh Figure D 6 Content il gt SIS Utility Manager Meaye 3 ae Control Panels Video Memo 5we 123 0 MBytes BIOSIOEM PioductHev 3 67 14 Video Bridge Chip Type S6307 series Video Features D 9 Windows XP Information Display Devices amp Options Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA moni
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78. gram The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and manage ba sic features and subsystems e g port configuration Entering Setup To enter Setup turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST The prompt Press F2 to Enter Setup seen on page 5 2 1s usually present for a few seconds after you turn on the system If you get a Keyboard Error usually because you pressed F2 too quickly just press F2 again If the computer is already on reboot using the Ctrl Alt Delete combination and then hold down F2 when prompted The Setup main menu will appear 5 4 The Setup Program BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup Vee Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings When you select a heading a new screen appears Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make changes to Setup The Setup menus shown in this section are for reference only Your computers menus will Instructions on how to navigate each screen are in the box along the bottom of the indicate the configura screen If these tools are confusing press F1 to call up a General Help screen and os aaa for your then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page HE Ra Slo ROME The Item Specific Help on the right side of each screen explains the highlighted item and has useful messages about its options If you see an arrow
79. gs Double click the folder to test your setting If the folder does not open or close try using a slower setting Synaptics TouchPad V6 3 Slow Fast Tray Icon sb bebe Remove tray icon from taskbar 4 20 PM ClickLock Stati i i kb a Turon Giddiock tatic tray icon in taskbar 4 20 PM Animated tray icon in taskbar ME 4 20PM Enables you to highlight or drag without holding down the mouse button To set briefly press the mouse button To release click the mouse button again www synaptics com m 2 8 TouchPad and Buttons Mouse Function Hot Key Indicators The function Keys F1 F12 etc will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn Features amp Components key is held down In addition to the basic function key combinations visual indica tors see the table below are available when the hot key utility is installed see Hot Key on page 4 5 After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar TouchPad Toggle Volume Decrease Increase F Brightness as Decrease F8 F9 Increase Fn F5 F6 Table 2 2 Function Hot Key Combo Indicators Bluetooth Module Power Toggle Silent MW amp Toggle When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power consumption Note this may reduce computer performance Function Hot Key Indicators 2 9 Features amp Components a Sound Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set u
80. h scheme to set the monitor to turn off after a specified time and the computer s hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a specified period of time if the system reads or writes data the hard disk motor will be turned back on The schemes may also be set to set a specified time for the system to enter Stand by or Hibernate modes see System Power Options on page D 18 Power Options Properties i eee Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate eB Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Portable Laptop ome Office Desk Portable Lapto Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Batter When computer is batteries Turm off monitor After 15 mins M After 5 mins Turn off hard disks After 30 mins w After 5 mins System standby After 20 mins w After5 mins System hibernates After 3 hours v Alter 2 hours D 16 Power Schemes Windows XP Information Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save pow er This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance especially under DC battery power Choose the Home Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the computer is powered from an AC power source Choose the Max Battery sche
81. he 3G Watcher close icon f a message will be displayed asking you to click OK to confirm the program exit Warning T A Figure 7 27 4 You have requested to exit 3G Watcher Exit Wa rn i n g x sU lt _ ta H Do not ask again xT les 13 Exiting the program DOES NOT turn off the 3 5G module and you will need to press the Fn _ key combination to turn off the module pay careful attention to this aboard aircraft see Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft on page 7 22 14 If the module is on and the computer enters a power saving state then the power status of the module on resuming from the power saving state will be as below e If the 3 5G module is on and the computer is Shut Down or Restarted the module will be off when the computer starts up e If the 3 5G module is on and the computer enters Sleep or Hibernate the mod ule will be off when the computer resumes from sleep SSS ae ee a cane i or eel 3 5G Module 7 27 Modules amp Options Short Messaging Service In addition to standard internet services you may also send and receive SMS text messages using the 3G Watcher program Reading SMS Messages 1 The SMS message indicator J in the main window will notify you of any new messages received Double click the icon Jj or select Tools gt SMS Express 3 Select the inbox folder and select any message to read it 4 You cannot receive any new messages if the SIM card beco
82. he Fn F10 key combination see Table I 5 on page I 10 to toggle which may override the power to the PC Camera module Make sure you install the drivers in the order information provided indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 here 7 2 PC Camera Module Modules amp Options PC Camera Driver Installation 1 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive 2 Click Optional button 3 Click 1 PC Camera Driver Web cam gt Yes For the 1 3M Pixel Camera Module 1 Choose the language you prefer and click Next gt Next 2 Click Finish to restart the computer 3 Run the BisonCap application program from the BisonCam shortcut on the desktop or from the BisonCam item in the Start gt Programs All Pro grams menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combina tion to turn it on again For the 2 0M Pixel Camera Module 1 Click Install 2 Click to select Yes or No in answer to the power system question 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer 4 Run the VideoView application program from the Video View shortcut on the desktop or from the USB2 0 PC Camera item in the Start gt Pro erams All Programs menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again SS re ee ee ee ee eee ee ee Oe PC Camera Module 7 3 Modules amp Options PC Camera Audio Setup a
83. he Start menu and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows e g power video network audio etc Windows Vista provides basic controls for many of the fea tures however many new controls are added or existing ones are enhanced when you install the drivers listed in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle to Classic View on Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel 1 15 Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices and configure display options from the Display Settings control panel in Per sonalization in Windows Vista and or the SiS VGA Control Center For further information see SIS Video Driver Controls on page B 1 To access Windows Vista Display Settings 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under the Appearance and Personalization menu or double click Personalization gt Display Settings 3 Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution Figure 1 8 on page 1 17 4 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors Figure 1 8 on page 1 17 5 Click Advanced Settings button Figure 1 8 on page 1 17 to bring up the Advanced Settings tabs To access the SiS VGA Control Center 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click SiS V
84. he amount of memory installed Main Menu 5 7 BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Item Specific Help FSB DRAM Freq Select Auto Display Chipset IDE PATA SATA ID Control 551341183 Information Boot time Diagnostic Screen Disabled Battery Low Alarm Beep Disabled Embedded Share Memory Disabled Chipset Information Menu Advanced Menu This sub menu provides information on the current BIOS version FSB DRAM Freq Select Advanced Menu This menu allows you to alter the setting for the front side bus and RAM speed E ee 5 8 Advanced Menu BIOS Utilities IDE PATA SATA ID Control Advanced Menu You can configure IDE PATA SATA device ID control from this menu if you have specific requirements to do so Boot time Diagnostic Screen Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the Boot time Diagnostic Screen Enable this item to display the POST screen as illustrated in POST Screen on page 5 2 Battery Low Alarm Beep Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the battery low alarm beep Embedded Share Memory Advanced Menu Use this menu item to set the amount of system memory to be allocated for use by the internal graphics device The default memory size allocated is 128MB and this may be adjusted to 32MB 64MB or 256MB by pressing the spacebar to adjust if required Advanced Menu 5 9 BIOS Utilities Security Menu k Phoeni
85. hha fe Prompt for perpreord when computer repurens from standby Optex Rotor i shine eon on thas valk bese Fromp for patimi when compute pepares roe clare Ahua how con on ihe Lach hae 7 Promet fot patnaid when Computer tesumes bom standby Fie baiia When cherie Chee kd ol apy pirlabin compaia Powet bunor When clone the bd of my portable c onguter Porsi butions kyper I cheene the bed of ma pongbe congu Figure D II Be Power Options Advanced Power Buttons Stand by Share Ly w men Shut down v Wen graii He pia butan in my Coe t Si dove i Waea l paia Ue cheep Badii ari y oergie When press the sheep bution on my comouter Stand by v OK J Cane Power Button Lid Sleep Resume Sleep Button D 20 Configuring the Power Button Windows XP Information Battery Information ane Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery Ls Low Battery New Battery Warning Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ Pye battery is criti on page D 24 for instructions on how to do this cally low immediately connect the AC DC Battery Life adapter to the computer Your computer s battery life is dependent upon many factors including the programs Jo save work oth erwise the unsaved you are running and peripheral devices attached Power Options you may set low ee rit as ae ne battery Alarms
86. his connection uses the following items ce 4rea ONE 2 sear bi work cable unplugged Fire L Client for Microsoft Networks connection sees II Fas oe erne Se Set up a home or small Ct M i File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks office network BY cs eca oa conpor os 3 rd B QoS Packet Scheduler Figu re D T l 8 Change Windows ed Firewalled M F Intemet Protocol TCP IP Firewall settings Ca Mier oft TV fide eo Connection Enable this network device wes ete se L O ca l A rea Not Firewalled instal Uninstal e Properties mi Rename this connection tor Re es k B TG as ale a E p Nire iA Change settings of this Description Co n n ecti O n connection Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network Other Places Nuetootn PAN A Create Shortcut g Control Panel Show icon in notification area a when connected My Network Places Rename Notify metre 5 erita Tornoe connectivity G3 My Documents Properties i My Computer eed Bluetooth Module D 39 Windows XP Information Bluetooth Configuration in Windows XP Ze Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it Bluetooth Taskbar 1 Turn your Bluetooth device e g PDA mobile phone etc on Icon 2 Make the device discoverable to do this check your device documentation If you cannot see the To Turn the Bluetooth Module On Bluetooth icon in the f 1 Press the Fn F12 key combination to power on the Bluetooth m
87. hor to oer h dirie and ener pled by eotbware Liseri can eral E n rol l to Ha rd D l S k Al ipn k nbi of Sages Click Next and you will then be prompted to enter your Windows password note If you have not set a password Protector Suite QL cannot secure access to your computer Click Next gt Next tick the Run interactive tutoria tickbox to run through the Fingerprint Tutorial Click Next for each window of the tutorial you can click the button to skip tutorial at any time Windows XP Information 7 Click the button above any of the fingers to begin the enrollment process for that AL finger 8 Swipe the finger three times to enroll that finger 9 Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll see sidebar and then click Next OCRE ORNO IAE 10 Click Finish hunlentiare Teh eevee ite 11 Click any of the headings under Learn more about to get more information on more than one finger in any topic case of injury etc 12 Click Close Fingerprint Enrollment Enrollment E Fingerprint Settware gt User s Fingers Enrollment is the process of creating fingerprint samples identifying the user Click a button above a finger to enroll the selected finger Protector Suite QL Introduction mn more about gt P mepri or and user rithing Figure D 24 ane nina o Swipe your finger to display the Fingerprint nn Bocce pot Enrollment aegre wra reo em nt s
88. igure 3 _ 6 No sync lt 3 agu sanasa Not presenting jai ai enter Sync settings Turn on Sync Center Presentation Settings Battery Information 3 11 Power Management Battery Life Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance To optimize the life and improve its performance fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself If you do need to re move the battery for any reason see Removing the Battery on page 6 3 New Battery Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ on page 3 14 for instructions on how to do this Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter is attached and plugged into an electrical outlet If the computer is powered on and in use it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet battery charge time is less Refer to LED Indica tors on page I 7 for information on the battery charge status and to Battery In formation on page 3 10 for more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack EE ar ee gg nS eee 3 12 Battery Information Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack e DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances
89. iguring the plugged in and powered video driver on 8 8 Problems and Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution You forget the boot If you forget the password you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS Contact your password service representative for help Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk The sound cannot be The volume might be set too low Check the volume control in the Volume Control Panel in the heard or the volume is Windows taskbar or use the key combination Fn F5 and F6 see Function Hot Key very low Indicators on page 2 9 Function Keys on page D 5 to adjust The CD DVD cannot be The CD DVD is dirty Clean it with a CD DVD cleaner kit read The CD DVD tray will The CD DVD is not correctly placed in the tray Gently try to remove the disc using the eject hole not open when there is a see Loading Discs on page 2 3 disc in the tray The DVD regional The code has been changed the maximum 5 times See DVD Regional Codes on page 2 5 codes can no longer be DVD Regional Codes on page D 2 changed Problems and Possible Solutions 8 9 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution If the LED 9 is lit then
90. ing heavy to any shock or vibration surface on the computer p 2 Keep it dry and don t overheat it Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele ment This is an electrical appliance If water or any other liquid gets into it the computer could be badly dam aged Do not expose it to excessive Do not leave it in a place Don t use or store the com Do not place the computer on heat or direct sunlight where foreign matter or mois puter in a humid environment any surface that will block the ture may affect the system Vents Fan Intakes bs ILA D Preface Avoid interference Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers electric motors and other strong magnetic fields These can hinder proper performance and damage your data Follow the proper working procedures for the computer Shut the computer down properly and don t forget to save your work Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted Do not turn off the power Do not turn off any peripheral Do not disassemble the com Perform routine maintenance until you properly shut down devices when the computer is puter by yourself on your computer all programs Take care when using peripheral devices Use only approved brands of Unplug the power cord before peripherals attaching peripheral devices Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements
91. ions will vary slightly depending on your operating system For more information it is best to refer to the users manual of your operating system Note All pictures used on the following pages are from the Windows XP OS Windows XP Information The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC DC adapter or a battery pack 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 1 Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC in jack at the rear of the computer 2 Plug the AC power cord into an outlet and then connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an electrical outlet is unavailable Battery life varies depending on the applications and the configuration you re using To increase battery life let the battery discharge completely before recharging see How do I completely discharge the battery on page D 24 We recommend that you do not remove the battery For more information on the battery please refer to Battery Information on page D 21 D 14 The Power Sources Windows XP Information Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer To turn it on simply press the pow Z er butt
92. ip Flickering Reduction MV Horizontal V Vertical C 50Hz 60Hz Exposure Control lv Auto V Low Light f High Light Picture Quality Speed P duality Factory Default Reset 41 00 f CRT LCD Windows XP Information Zoom The BisonCap and VideoView programs allow you to zoom the camera in and out 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program For Bison Cap 2 Goto Zoom and select Zoom Out Zoom In For VideoView 3 Goto Options and scroll down to select Setting Use the slider to adjust the zoom level and click OK to save the setting Bison Cap Setting VideoView Help Toom ugk Snapshot Counter 0 Cancel Capture Counter 2 Zoom In Taking Still Pictures The BisonCap and VideoView programs allow you to take still pictures 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView program For Bison Cap 2 Goto Options and select Take Picture For VideoView 3 Goto Capture and select Snapshot cm 4 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the desktop PC Camera Module D 35 Figure D 16 Zoom Setting ane IR Snapshot Folder The Snapshot folder s default location is on the desktop Do not move this folder or an error may appear when you try to take a still picture If you accidentally de lete or move the folder you can create a new Snapshot folder on the desktop in order to cap ture the files Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any porta
93. ither method depending on your needs Stand by Mode vs Hibernate Mode If you want to stay away from your work for just a while you can put the system on Stand by instead of in hibernation It takes a longer time to wake up the system from Hibernate mode than from Stand by mode D 18 System Power Options Windows XP Information Stand by Stand by saves the least amount of power but takes the shortest time to return to full operation During Stand by the hard disk is turned off and the CPU is made to idle at its slowest speed All open applications are retained in memory When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Stand by mode to save power Hibernate Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the HDD be fore it turns the system off Although it saves the most power it takes the longest time to return to full operation You can set your computer to automatically enter Hiber nate mode when the battery power is almost depleted You will need to enable Hi bernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel The system will resume from Hibernate mode by pressing the power button Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate memory on your hard disk and then shuts down When your uy When your computer hibernates it stores whatever it has in computer comes
94. ll camera modules If you wish to capture video amp audio with your camera it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click Sound Hardware and Sound 3 Click Recording tab 4 Right click Microphone Realtek High Definition Audio and make sure the item is not disabled 5 Double click Microphone or select Properties from the right click menu 6 Click Levels tab and adjust the Microphone and Microphone Boost sliders to the level required 7 Click OK and close the control panels 8 Run the BisonCap VideoView application program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt BisonCam USB2 0 PC Camera menu 9 Goto the Devices menu heading and select Microphone Realtek it should have a tick alongside it 10 Go to the Capture menu heading and select Capture Audio it should have a tick alongside it E ea a a e o ee 7 4 PC Camera Module Modules amp Options Playback Recording r r Microphone Properties Figure 7 1 Select a recording device below to modify its settings Aud io Setu p for PC icrophone N AK FAG Definition Audio ORIEN Camera af Working J 100 a General Levels Enhancements Advanced Configure Speech Recognition Disable Microphone Boost Show Disabled Devices vV Show Disconnected Devices
95. llowing conditions e When the power cord or AC DC adapter is damaged or frayed e Ifthe computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids e Ifthe computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions e Ifthe computer has been dropped or damaged do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks e If there is an unusual odor heat or smoke coming from your computer Save IR Removal Warning When removing any cover s and screw s for the purposes of device upgrade remember to replace the cover s and screw s before turning the computer on Vill Preface Travel Considerations Packing As you get ready for your trip run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged Power off the computer and peripherals Close the display panel and make sure it s latched Disconnect the AC DC adapter and cables Stow them in the carrying bag The AC DC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won t need a second voltage adapter However check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag s straps If you re taking any peripherals e g a printer mouse or digital camera pack them and those devices adapters and or cables 8 Anticipate customs Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both ha
96. m iett demane God Change settings for the plary Battery Discharge Cheese the tleep ord Sapir LALARI that pou wart yeast mpane te 3 14 Battery Information Power Management 4 Scroll down to Battery and click to expand the battery options 5 Choose the options below click Yes if a warning appears Advanced settings Advanced settings then choose settings that reflect how you want your then choose settings that reflect how you want your Select the power plan that you want to customize and Select the power plan that you want to customize and computer to manage power computer to manage power e Change settings that are currently unavailable e Change settings that are currently unavailable Battery Discharge Active v Battery Discharge Active Battery E On battery 0 Critical battery action Plugged in 0 On battery Shut down Critical battery level Figure 3 S in thi H Plugged in Do no ing B Power Options Low battery level 2 a Plugged in 0 On battery 9 o Low battery notification Advanced Settings Plugged in 0 Low battery action a E Critical battery level lin On battery Do nothing Battery On battery 0 Plugged in Do nothing Plunned in 0 Restore plan defaults Restore plan defaults e Low battery levels 0 e Critical battery Levels 0 e Low battery action Do Nothing e Critical batt
97. me bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall per formance of the computer in order to save power for maximum power saving when the computer is battery DC power powered Windows will use Portable Laptop as the default scheme SSS E U a a Power Schemes D 17 Windows XP Information Stand by Hibernate or Shutdown Error The computer may stop responding when you put it into or resume from Stand By or Hiber nate or when you shut down This error is caused by power management within Windows XP when applied to a PC Camera attached to the internal USB hub Microsoft has posted a Hotfix for this error on its website search for Hot fix KB909667 Download and install the Hotfix to correct this er ror System Power Options You can use the system power options to stop the computer s operation and restart where you left off This system features Stand by and Hibernate sleep mode levels Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel see Hibernate on page D 19 Hibernate Mode vs Shutdown Hibernate mode and Shutdown are the same in that the system is off and you need to press the power button to turn it on Their main difference is When you come back from hibernation you can return to where you last left off what was on your desktop without reopening the application s and file s you last used You can use e
98. me check box is checked then click OK Boost the volume in the Recording section in the Recording Control menu as high as it will go Close the Recording Control window and then click OK Run the BisonCap Video View application program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt BisonCam USB2 0 PC Camera menu 9 Goto the Devices menu heading and select Realtek HD Audio Input it should have a tick alongside it 10 Go to the Capture menu heading and select Capture Audio it should have a tick alongside it a eee E a a PC Camera Module D 31 Windows XP Information BisonCap 1 3M Cam VideoView 2 0 Cam wa BisonCap and VideoView are video viewers for general purpose video viewing and testing and capturing video files to avi format Pre Allocating File Space 1 Run the BisonCap VideoView application from the Start gt Programs All Pro You may pre allocate grams gt BisonCam USB2 0 PC Camera menu it is recommended that you set the file size File gt Allo the capture file before the capture process see Set Capture File below cate File Space forthe 2 Go to the Capture menu heading if you wish to capture audio check PC Camera capture file in the Audio Setup on page D 31 and select Start Capture BisonCap VideoView 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the program video and press Esc to stop the capture you can view the file using the Windows P
99. mes full so you will need to delete some of the messages in order to fee up space on the SIM card iY Creating and Sending SMS Messages 1 Double click the icon A or select Tools gt SMS Express 2 Select File gt New Message or click the New button 3 Enter the recipient s number in the To field or click the To button to select an entry from the phone book and click the Message button 4 Type in the message details in the message body area 5 Click the Send button or save the message to send later For more details on SMS see 3G Watcher Online Help from the Help gt Help Top ics menu 7 28 3 5G Module Modules amp Options Fingerprint Reader Module If you have included the fingerprint reader in your purchase option you will need to install the driver as per the instructions below Make sure you have administrator s rights to your computer and have a Windows password enabled for full security protection Before beginning the enrollment process it is recommended that you go through the fingerprint tutorial To run the tutorial click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt Fingerprint Tutorial after installing the driver Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Optional button Click 4 Fingerprint gt Yes Click Software Installation Click Next gt Next gt Next Click
100. ms gt Uninstall a program Click to select the driver if it is not listed see below and click Uninstall and then follow the on screen prompts it may be nec essary to restart the computer Reinstall the driver as outlined in this chapter If the driver is not listed in the Programs and Fea tures menu 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Device Manager Hardware and Sound gt Device Manager 3 Double click the device you wish to update reinstall the driver for you may need to click to expand the selection 4 Click Driver tab and click the Update Driver or Uninstall button and follow the on screen prompts Driver Installation 4 3 Drivers amp Utilities User Account Control Win Vista If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure click Continue Al low and follow the installation procedure as directed Windows Security Message If you receive a Windows security message as part of the driver installation process Just click Install this driver software anyway or Install to continue the in stallation procedure You will receive this message in cases where the driv er has been released after the version of Windows you are currently using All the drivers provided will have already received certification for Windows Manual Driver Installation Click the Browse CD button in the
101. nd make sure that Turn discovery on check box Discovery has a tick inside it 3 Make sure that Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect check box Connections has a tick inside it if you want to be notified when a Bluetooth device wants to connect Figure D 22 Bluetooth Devices B l uetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware O pt i O n S Discovery To allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer select the following check box A To protect your privacy turn on discovery only when you want a Bluetooth device to find this computer Connections Use these settings to control whether a Bluetooth device can connect to this computer Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area Learn more about Bluetooth settings Restore Defaults sh D 42 Bluetooth Module Windows XP Information 3 5G Module If you have included an optional 3 5G module in your purchase option follow the instructions on page 7 16 to install the SIM card which will be provided by your service provider and then install the application Before installing the application make sure that the 3 5G module is on Use the Fn _ key combination see Function Keys on page I 10 to toggle power to the 3 5G module 3G Watcher Application Installation l T ee 11 Make sure the module is powered
102. ng the 802 11b g USB WLAN driver make sure that the Wireless EEEE LAN module is on Use the Fn F11 key combination see Function Keys on SOUS WSIS page 1 10 to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module Make sure you install i REE the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 I on page 4 3 is usually prohibited Make sure the mod i BES iver i 802 11 b g WLAN Driver Installation using the computer 1 i Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp aboard aircraft Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive SSW ee 2 Click Optional button A EAT 3 Click 2 Wireless Lan gt Yes PO A 4 Choose the language you prefer and click Next module and check the aad e ee ea eae 5 Click Finish to complete the installation tecliicseeveye A The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in not see Windows Vista see overleaf 7 10 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module Modules amp Options Connecting to a Wireless Network Make sure the Wireless LAN module 1s turned on 1 Click the taskbar wireless icon E and then click Connect to a network or right click the icon E and then click Connect to a network a onnect to a network Not Connected Turn on activity animation Figure 7 5 Taskbar Menus Aue Wireless networks are available j j Tur t ication af twork Click icon l m ightenck icon Diagnose and
103. nter specific instructions and configuration options After setting up the print er attach the parallel ca USB Printer ble to the printer Most current printers have a USB interface connection You may use any one of the Connect the printer s ports to connect the printer parallel cable to the Par i allel to USB converter Install Instructions and then plug the con 1 Setup the printer according to its instructions unpacking paper tray toner ink car verter into the USB port tridge etc 2 Turn ON the computer Turn ON the printer 3 Turn ON the printer then turn ON the com 4 Connect the printer s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer purer 5 Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or ask you Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or Parallel Printer ask you to supply one Follow the on screen in structions to supply one Follow the on screen instructions This is still a very common type of printer The install instructions are in the sidebar however you will need to purchase a parallel to USB converter Adding a Printer 2 11 Features amp Components 2 12 Power Management Chapter 3 Power Management F Overview OS Note To conserve power especially when using the battery your computer power man Power management functions will vary slight agement conserves power by controlling individual componen
104. ny standard USB keyboard The system will detect and enable it automatically However special functions AP Key buttons unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work Quick Start Guide g Keyboard The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numeric data input and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly see Figure 1 3 See Table 1 5 on page 1 10 for full function key combination details and Table 2 2 on page 2 9 for details of the function hot key indicators Play Pause Key i 3 5G Module 7 Power Figure 1 3 Keyboard Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use any standard USB keyboard The system will detect and enable it automatically However special functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work Keyboard 1 9 Quick Start Guide Function Keys The function keys F1 F12 etc will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down ome in ry ton Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Display Toggle 3 5G Module Power Toggle Decrease LCD Brightness TouchPad Toggle Increase LCD Brightness Fn F2 TURE ED Backlighi Oii Fn F10 PC Camera Module Power Toggle Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on Fn O EnF O EnF Mute Toggle o Mute Toggle o O Fns Ft O Fns Ft F11 Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle LAN Module Power Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle
105. ode 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on 2 Open the Display Settings control panel see Video Features on page 1 16 3 Click the monitor icon e g B and make sure you have checked Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and click Apply Display Settings Click the appropriate monitor icon eet e g B to be able to select the op DGG Ses RE TE STAC HentiyMenters tion to extend the desktop on to it In this example the Primary Display Figure B 9 is on the left the Secondary Dis Display Properties play B is on the right Extended Desktop 2 Default Monitor on SiS Mirage 3 Graphics v E E E E i 4 Extend the desktop onto this monitor Resolution Colors Low J High Highest 2bit 1024 by 768 pixels How do I get the best display Advanced Settings Cancel Apply ee a a a a To Enable a Display Setting Mode B 9 B 10 Specifications Appendix C Specifications ae 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 delayed or updated due to the manufacturer s release schedule Check with your service center for details Specifications C 1 Specifications Feature Specifica
106. ode Activated see over Blinking Orange The Battery Has Reached J J Critically Low Power Status Green The optional Wireless LAN Module is Powered On C Cie Number Lock Activated Groen Scroll Lock Activated to activate press Fn amp Lk Table 1 2 LED Status Indicators The optional Bluetooth Module is Powered On Lown optional 3 5G Module is Orange Table 1 3 LED Power amp Communication Indicators System Map LCD Panel Open 1 7 Quick Start Guide Hot Key Buttons amp Keyboard These buttons give instant access to the default Inter net browser and e mail program and allow you to tog gle the Silent Mode on off with one quick button press Table 1 4 Hot Key Buttons mm Activate the Default E Mail Browser Ww Activate the Default Internet Program AR Toggle Silent Mode for power saving When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power consumption Note this may reduce computer performance 1 8 Hot Key Buttons amp Keyboard The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numer ic data input and features Function Keys to allow you to change operational features instantly Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the Num Lk key at the top right of the keyboard You may check if Number Lock is enabled or not by looking at the LED status indicators A Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use a
107. odule taskbar access the 2 A Bluetooth icon will appear in the taskbar see sidebar Bluetooth Devices 3 You can then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control control panel Click Op tions tab and make pane sure that Show Blue tooth icon in the notifi cation area check box has a tick inside it e Double click the icon to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel e Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel and then click Blue tooth Devices Network and Internet Connections e Click Right click the icon and choose an option from the menu Bluetooth Dewices E Umana Cpt CM Fusi Hanissa Note that you will need to check the LED indica tor to see if the module is powered on or not Add a Bisetookh BENICE Show Bluetooth Devices Phanea drul miima D wani Send a File Receive a File Join a Personal Area Metwork Figure D 19 Bluetooth Devices amp Click Icon Menu Open Bluetooth Settings D 40 Bluetooth Module Windows XP Information To Add a Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Options tab and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box Connections has a tick inside it 3 Click Devices tab and then click Add 4 The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard will appear 5 ae Figure D 20 lick lect M vice i nd
108. oll that finger Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll See sidebar and then click Next Click Finish Click any of the headings under Learn more about to get more information on any topic Click Close i Enrollment E User s Fingers Enrollment is the process of creating fingerprint samples identifying the user Click a button above a finger to enroll the selected finger Swipe your finger to display the Riomenu BcOess point bo e s Drol and manage fingerprint optors More nformat about LPE Gws lt Back next gt Cancel 15 Restart the computer i 16 Right click the taskbar icon EI to bring up the menu that allows you to Edit Fingerprints Start Control Center access the Help menu etc You can also run Modules amp Options Fingerprint Enrollment Note that it is strongly rec ommended that you enroll more than one finger in case of injury etc Figure 7 29 Fingerprint Enrollment Fingerprint Reader Module 7 31 Modules amp Options the Control Center etc from the Protector Suite QL item in the Programs All 2 Programs menu FA Protector Suite Software oo ee Help amp Manual Fingerprint Control Center Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu to select Help Fingerprints avout J slates Enroll or edit current user s fingerprint templates Settings Configure the fingerprint software H
109. ollow the instructions below to install the SIM Warning card which will be provided by your service provider and then install the applica sey eh eee tion any installation proce dures make sure that you have turned off the Before installing the application make sure that the 3 5G module is on Use the Fn _ key combination see Function Keys on page I 10 to toggle power power and disconnect to the 3 5G module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in ed all peripherals and Table 4 1 on page 4 3 cables including tele phone lines It is advis Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery able to also remove your Locate the hard disk bay cover and remove screws 8 Seely Ud oer tes elses vent accidentally turning the machine on i eee Remove the hard disk bay cover Grip the tab and slide the hard disk in the direction of arrow to remove it Figure 7 15 Hard Disk Removal 3 5G Module 7 19 Modules amp Options 5 Insert the SIM card as you would into your mobile phone 6 The 3 5G module is pictured on the left and the installed SIM card on the right in Figure 7 16 Figure 7 16 Module and SIM Card Location 7 Slide the SIMLOCK in the direction of the arrow Figure 7 17 in order to release the lock and lift it up Figure 7 17 SIMLOCK Unlock 7 20 3 5G Module Modules amp Options 8 Insert the SIM car
110. on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Optional button Click 3 3G Watcher gt Yes Click Next Choose your region and click Next Click the button to accept the license agreement and then click Next Click Next gt Install Click Finish and the 3G Watcher icon j will appear on the desktop You can access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon ij Make sure you enable power to the module by pressing the Fn _ key combination the icon Sy will be green See Connecting to the Service Provider on page 7 25 for instructions on using the 3G Watcher application 3 5G Module D 43 Windows XP Information Fingerprint Reader Module a If you have included the fingerprint reader in your purchase option for Model B Help amp Manual computers only you will need to install the driver as per the instructions below Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu to select Help Make sure you have administrator s rights to your computer and have a Windows password enabled for full security protection Insert the Device Drivers g Before beginning the enrollment process it is recommended that you go through the Utilities Users Manual fingerprint tutorial To run the tutorial click Start gt Programs All Programs g
111. on on the front panel Shutdown Note that you should al When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Stand by Hibernate ways shut your comput Shutdown hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and f er down by choosing the holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down Use Power Options in the Windows control panel to configure this feature Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows This will help prevent hard disk or system prob lems LP Forced Off If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the pow er button for 4 seconds or longer to force the system to turn itself off Power Button as Stand by or Hibernate Button If you are using a fully ACPlI compliant OS such as Windows XP you can use the OS s Power Options control panel to set the power button to send the system into Stand by or Hibernate mode see your OS s documentation or Configuring the Power Button on page D 20 for details Turning on the Computer D 15 Windows XP Information ni Resuming Operation Press a key on the key board or move the mouse TouchPad to re sume from Monitor or Hard Disk Stand by Figure D 9 Power Schemes Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components by means of Power Schemes You can also adjust the settings for eac
112. one Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack Note Set your system s volume to O a reduced level before connecting to this jack Microphone in Jack Plug an external microphone in to this jack to record on your computer A RJ 11 Modem Jack This port connects to the built in modem You may plug the telephone line directly into this RJ 11 telephone connection Note Broadband e g ADSL modems usually connect to the LAN port A 2 Interface Ports amp Jacks Interface Ports amp Jacks a RJ B LAN Jack This port supports LAN Network functions Note Broadband e g o modems usually connect to the LAN port Ta Lock Slot To prevent possible theft a Kensington type lock can be attached to this slot Locks can be purchased at any computer store S PDIF Out Jack This S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format Out Jack allows you to connect your DVD SPDIF capable PC to a Dolby AC 3 compatible receiver for 5 1 or dts surround sound USB 2 0 1 1 Ports These USB 2 0 compatible ports USB 2 0 is fully USB 1 1 compliant are for low speed lt peripherals such as keyboards mice or scanners and for high speed peripherals such as external HDDs digital video cameras or high speed scanners etc Devices can be plugged into the computer and unplugged from the computer without the need to turn the system off if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above make sure you use the pow
113. ons tab and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box Connections has a tick inside it 3 Click Devices tab and then click Add 4 The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard will appear Figure 7 12 5 Click to select My device is set up and ready to be found and then click Next Add Bluetooth ae Device Wizard Welcome to the Add Bluctooth ie Az 7 3 Device Wizard D R ae arte se a ae i jaws Ze Passkey Options wf ligt pree er pepe iibi end anh Sers You can allow the sys Gaitza aia Came ss lca tem to choose a pass 6 The Wizard will then search for any available Bluetooth devices within range key for you You will 7 Click to select the device you want to communicate with and click Next then be prompted to en l l l ter the generated pass 8 Select an appropriate passkey option and click Next n t Bluetooth gai y you uetoo E TEE 9 device RTs O meetemenen Figure Je 13 Passkey Option 9 Click Finish Bluetooth Module 7 17 Modules amp Options To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device P 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click on the device you want to change and click Properties to Bluetooth Help e Change the name of the device click General type a new name and click OK To get help on Bluetooth e Enable Disable a service click Services clear tick the check box next to the service and click OK configura
114. otebook in an overhead compartment make sure it s secure Contents may shift and or fall out when the compartment is opened Get power where you can If an electrical outlet is available use the AC DC adapter and keep your battery ies charged Keep it dry If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location water vapor can condense inside the computer Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands wrists or other joints The following are some tips to reduce the strain e Adjust the height of the chair and or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow Keep your forearms wrists and hands in a relaxed position e Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary e Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably e Sit straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you are working e Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time Remember to e Alter your posture frequently e Stretch and exercise your body several times a day e Take periodic breaks when
115. our work settings and preferences are saved to memory before the system sleeps When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Sleep to save power The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last left off what was on your desktop without reopening the application s and file s you last used If your mobile PC in Sleep is running on battery power the system will use only a minimum amount of power After an extended period the system will save all the information to the hard disk and shut the computer down before the battery becomes depleted 3 6 Power Saving States 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 Hi bernate will also return you to where you last left off within seconds You should put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of time and will not have the chance to charge the battery Shut Down You should shut down the computer if you plan to install new hardware don t for get to remove the battery and follow all the safety instructions in Chapter 6 plan to be away from the computer fo
116. out of hibernation it returns to its previous state Hibernate Disk space for hibernation Free disk space 6 015 MB Disk space required to hibernate 248 MB System Power Options D 19 Ze System Resume The system can resume from Stand by mode by e Pressing the power button e Pressing the Sleep Resume key combi nation e An incoming call received on the modem if enabled e Network card Wake On LAN activity if enabled Figure D 10 Enable Hibernation Windows XP Information Configuring the Power Button 4 The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Stand by or Hiber Sleep Button nate mode In Stand by mode the LED D will blink green In Hibernate mode You may also configure the LED will be off battery or orange AC DC adapter If you are in a power saving the Sleep Resume key mode set to save power through individual components e g hard disk monitor the combination Fn F4 f LED will remain green from the menu illustrat ed In Windows this is referred to as the Sleep button Power Options Proportion Power Options Properties E Power Options Propertios E Power Schermer dss Pose Meter Advanced Hibemate Powe Schemes Alama Power Meter Advanced Hitemate Posse Schemed Alamy Povaha Adbarced Hiemate ih TAH lha gaai bire wou rant bo uia A Ei a aa a oy T s h Select the powerseving setlings you want to ure phara LI Bika they acre cre Bee ha
117. perate try turning it off for a few minutes and then rebooting You will lose any unsaved data but it may start working again Then call your service representative SSS a a eS ee Overview 8 1 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 e Power Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet If plugged into a power strip make sure it is actually working Check the LED Power amp Communication Indicators see LED Indica tors on page I 7 to see the computer s power status e Connections Check all the cables to make sure that there are no loose connections anywhere e Power Savings Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Sleep mode by pressing the keys config ured in your Power Options see Power Saving States on page 3 6 the Fn F4 key combination or power button to wake up the system e Brightness Check the brightness of the screen by pressing the Fn F8 and F9 keys to adjust the bright ness e Display Choice Press Fn F7 to make sure the system is not set to external only display e Boot Drive Make sure there are no optical media and or USB storage devices in any connected drive this is a common cause of the message Invalid system disk Replace the disk and then press any key Remove disks or other media Press
118. put System e Chapter 6 Instructions for upgrading your computer e Chapter 7 A quick guide to the computer s Wireless LAN Bluetooth and PC Camera modules some of which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration e Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide e Appendix A Definitions of the interface ports jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devices e Appendix B Information on the SIS Video driver controls e Appendix C he computer s specification e Appendix D Information on the Windows XP OS Se a ee i lt Overview 1 1 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 1 BIOS Utilities on page 5 1 and Upgrading The Computer on page 6 1 in the User s Manual You may also find the notes marked with a of interest to you Beginners and Not So Advanced Users If you are new to computers or do not have an advanced knowledge of them then ue the information contained in this Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you up Notes and running Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation more detailed descriptions of the functions setup and system controls are covered in the boxes with the mark remainder of the User s Manual but do not worry if you do not understand every above to find detailed in thing the fi
119. puter then plug the AC power cord into an outlet and connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle and press the power button to turn the computer on Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle The LED indicators show the power and battery status of the computer a a NOM id Shutdown Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut Down command from the Lock Button Menu in Win dows Vista This will help prevent hard disk or system problems Figure 1 1 AC DC Adapter In System Startup 1 5 Quick Start Guide System Map LCD Panel Open Figure 1 2 LCD Panel Open 1 Built In PC Camera Optional LCD Speakers Power Button Hot Key Buttons LED Status Indicators Keyboard Touchpad amp Buttons 9 LED Power amp Communication Indicators 10 Fingerprint Module Optional 11 Built In Microphone P P a a o N 1 6 System Map LCD Panel Open Table 1 5 on page 1 10 Table 1 2 on page1 7 Quick Start Guide gi LED Indicators E The two sets of LED indicators LED Status Indica tors and LED Power amp Communication Indicators on the computer display helpful information about the M DJW current status of the computer _ The Computer is in Sleep Blinking Green Mode The Battery is Charging The Battery is Fully Charged CAKA Silent Mode Activated see over on Normal M
120. r foun nd then click Next Click to select My device is set upa oe ound and then click Next Add Bluetooth he Add Bluetooth FE SLR bo akd 3 Device Wizard Welcome to t Device Wizard i Mais 530 F Ee 5 eet 5 za d Passkey Options Compaan emka oreein n Laptopa Pia a aL val 00 De at oa 26 hi OP gsi cheer ppa pervert pa read be cel eto ae tht en kreaj on Pokies te pete mire het corer eth the dee e ind eee cki Gennch Agen You can allow the sys tem to choose a pass key for you You will then be prompted to en ter the generated pass key on your Bluetooth device The Wizard will then search for any available Bluetooth devices within range Click to select the device you want to communicate with and click Next 8 Select an appropriate passkey option and click Next fd Biggie fir oe pa ps orm eee paa ea omeen en EEN F g ure D 2 1 Passkey Option 9 Click Finish Bluetooth Module D 41 Windows XP Information To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click on the device you want to change and click Properties to e Change the name of the device click General type a new name and click OK e Enable Disable a service click Services clear tick the check box next to the service and click OK To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Options a
121. r several days or you do not need it to wake up and run a scheduled task Returning to full operation from shut down takes longer than from Sleep or Hibernate Log Off Control Panel Lock Default Programs Restart Help and Support Sleep Hibernate Shut Down Power Management LP Silent Mode You can use Silent Mode to reduce power consumption and fan noise Use the Silent Mode hot key AW to toggle this mode on off On screen visual indica tors and the LED indica tor will display the Silent Mode status see Table 2 2 on page 2 9 and Table 1 3 on page 7 7 Note Silent Mode may reduce computer perfor mance Figure 3 3 Lock Button menu Power Saving States 3 7 Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons 4 The power sleep button Fn F4 key combo and closed lid may be set to send the Password computer in to a power saving state Protection It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data Oe 3 Control Panel Power Options System Settings v IN Search p aaa a 2s m Define power buttons and turn on password protection Choose the power settings that you want for your computer The changes you make to the settings on this page apply to all of your power plans Change settings that are currently unavailable However you can dis able this setting from the EN N Power Options m
122. r to the documentation of any new hardware and or software and pay particular attention to files entitled READ ME or READ ME FIRST e When installing a new device always make sure the device is powered on and in many cases you will need to restart the computer Always check that all the cables are correctly connected e Make sure you have installed the drivers for any new hardware you have installed latest driver files are usually available to download from vendor s websites Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software 8 5 Troubleshooting e 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 e Don t over complicate things The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found Example if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports and a number of programs running then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem Try disconnecting all of the devices and restarting the computer with all the peripheral devices unplugged A process of elimination adding and removing devices and restarting where necessary will often find the source of a problem although this may be time consuming 8 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software Troubleshooting Problems and Possible Solutions
123. ration Synaptics Pointing Device v9 0 2 120ct06 M O u se D r i ve r Devices Synaptics TouchPad V6 3 on PS 2 Port 3 Devices Right handed C Left handed Ennen PTEE R Yes Synaptics TouchPad V6 3 If you are USING an external mouse Eee Click Normal Select EAN Click Context a Normal Drag Menu Special Drag your operating system may be able to auto configure your mouse during its Double Cick Speed pate C Tray Icon gt E 5 A Double click the folder to test your setting If the folder does not installation or only enable its basic open or clase ty using a slower seting functions Be sure to check the de vice s user documentation for details CiickLock F Tum on ClickLock C Remove tray icon from taskbar 4 20 PM Static tray icon in taskbar 4 20 PM Animated tray icon in taskbar 4 20 PM Enables you to highlight or drag without holding down the mouse button To set briefly press the mouse button To release click the mouse button again www synaptics com Figure D 3 Mouse Properties D 4 TouchPad and Buttons Mouse Windows XP Information Function Keys The function keys F1 F12 etc will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down In addition to the basic function key combinations visual indicators see the table below are available when the hot key utility is installed see Hot Key on page D 28 After installing the driver an icon 4 will appear in the task
124. rd ware and software Make sure your documents are prepared YORE ANS Power Off Before Traveling a a E ND Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag or any such container Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vent s fan intake s outlet s to be blocked To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent s fan intake s outlet s while the computer is in use Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface and Chapter 8 Troubleshooting keep these points in mind Hand carry the notebook For security don t let it out of your sight In some areas computer theft 1s very common Don t check it with normal luggage Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful Avoid knock ing the computer against hard objects Beware of Electromagnetic fields Devices such as metal detectors amp X ray machines can damage the com puter hard disk floppy disks and other media They may also destroy any stored data Pass your computer and disks around the devices Ask security officials to hand inspect them you may be asked to turn it on Note Some airports also scan luggage with these devices Fly safely Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in flight These restrictions are for your safety follow them If you stow the n
125. re 1 6 Bottom View 1 Battery 2 Hard Disk Bay Cover 3 5G Module Location 3 RAM amp CPU Bay Cover d Battery Information Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery before using it Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis charges See Battery Information on page 3 10 for full instructions 1 14 System Map Bottom View Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel Quick Start Guide g Most of the control panels utilities and programs within Windows Vista and most other Windows versions 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 Right click the Start menu icon J and then select Properties if you want to customize the appearance of the Start menu Open Explore Search Properties Open All Users Explore All Users e Default Programs a Windows Update Programs Documents i Network Connections b a Printers E Taskbar and Start Menu 0 Cust ot Ba A a2 reS ax g nome fy otaa ge miian Language MAAE EE 59 4 mi ote ent gt t Re ueRguge to toggle Classic View In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from t
126. re allocating space on Media Player the hard disk can im prove the capture quali Set Capture File ty particularly of large f prior to capturing video files you may select the Set Capture File option in the File capture files by reduc d he fil d onbel hi TI hel id id ing the amount of work menu an sett e file name an ocation before capture this will help avoid acciden the hard disk has to do tally overwriting files Set the name and location then click Open then set the in finding space for the Capture file size and click OK You can then start the capture process as above video data as it is being capturgg Note the important information in Reducing Video File Size on page D 33 in See also Reducing Order to save file space and help prevent system problems Video File Size on page D 33 D 32 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information 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 If necessary you can remove the recorded video file to a removable medium e g CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows XP system requires a minimum of 1 5GB of free space on the C drive system partition In
127. re 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 see Overheating on page 1 14 Make sure you re using the correct adapter Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag or any such container Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vent Fan intakes to be blocked Nothing appears on The system is in a power saving mode Toggle the sleep resume key combination Fn F4 see screen Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 Configuring the Power Button on page D 20 The screen controls need to be adjusted Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn F8 F9 If you re connected to an external monitor make sure its plugged in and turned on You should also check the monitor s own brightness and contrast controls The computer is set for a different display Toggle the screen display key combination Fn F7 If an external monitor is connected turn it on The screen saver is activated Press any key or touch the TouchPad No image appears on the You haven t installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the Control Panel See external monitor have Appendix B Video Features on page D 7 for instructions on installing and conf
128. repair A Network and Sharing Center Network and Sharing Center 2 Inthe Show list click to choose Wireless from the drop down menu 3 A list of currently available networks will appear You can also use the Network and Sharing Center control panel in Windows Network and Internet to connect to any available wireless networks Secunrty enabled mebeark Secusity enabled neleurk Figure 7 6 Connect to a Network 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module 7 11 Modules amp Options 4 Click a network and then click Connect If you do not see a network you want to connect to click Set up a connection or network a list of options will appear allowing manual searching and creating a new network ta ki Cannret ba a rant E k a Connect bo a reabeeGee R Connecting to WLAN Choose a connection option Figure 7 7 Connecting gs Coneect bo the Internet ari uj d Lar F mre g Sii up iiy tlets network J Aa Minuty connect to a wireless meteor i Set upa wireles ad hee eomputerte ceenputer network ii f wy r deanrk fer Ti Intrrir Am H upa dahu conneciin 6 Move the cursor over the taskbar icon a to see the connection status see below Currently connected to Figure 7 8 Connection Status Network com WLAN i w Access Local only at m p a eres ale 11 20 AM 7 12 802 1
129. rst time Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go You Sener Oe may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a as indicated in the margin For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see Interface Ports amp Jacks on page A 1 Check the light colored Warning Boxes No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the X symbol Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface 1 2 Overview Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems e g Windows Vista Windows XP and applications e g word processing spreadsheet and database programs have their own manuals so please consult the appropriate manuals Ee 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 amp Utilities on page 4 1 Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the com puter and a hardware component e g a wireless network module It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed in You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed If your system hasn t been properly configured your service representative may have already done that for you refer to Chapter 4 for installation ins
130. s file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet e Be careful when opening e mail from sources you don t know Viruses are often triggered from within e mail attachments so take care when opening any attached file You can configure most Anti Virus pro grams to check all e mail attachments Note You should also beware of files from people you know as the virus may have infected an address book and been automatically forwarded without the person s knowl edge Keep a Bootable CD ROM DVD ROM USB storage device this CD DVD USB device provides basic information which allows you to startup your computer handy You may refer to your OS s documentation for instructions on how to make one and many Anti Virus programs will also provide such a disk or at least instructions on how to make one 8 4 Viruses 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 e Don t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing e Read the documentation We can assume since you are reading this that you are looking at the computer s manual but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Always refe
131. s that you want your computer to use computer to manage power T On battery LP Plugged in Change settings that are currently unavailable My Created PLan Active hd 2 Turn off the display 5 minutes gt 20 minutes Additional settings a Require a password on wakeup Plugged in Yes Hard disk E Figure 3 I Change advanced power settings Turn off hard disk after Power Plan On battery 10 Minutes Advanced Settings Put the computer to sleep 15 minutes X la hour Plugged in 20 Minutes Cancel Wireless Adapter Settings fi Sleen ar ee ee E 3 4 Power Plans 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 especially under DC battery power Choose High performance for maximum performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power saver bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save power for maximum power saving when the computer is battery DC power pow ered Cee gt Control Panel p Power Options v Require a password on wakeup Figure 3 2 Power Plans Select a power plan Choose what the power RM SRS Power plans can help you maximize your computer s performance or
132. sing the volume control within Windows and the volume func tion keys on the comput er Click the volume icon in the taskbar to check the setting Figure 2 8 Realtek Audio Manager Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control panel in Windows or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager 1 icon in the taskbar control panel right click the taskbar icon fj to bring up an audio menu The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key combination r i Realtek HD Audio Manager o Sound Manager ee j 3 9 PA Device advanc DE Digital Output A Speakers Microphone aetti Audio Devices yp Main Volume z ANALOG w System Sound Events r Lt Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Default Format gt Windows Media Player Speaker Configuration a o r Stereo gt gt 3 Ad Volume Control ey age f Full range Speakers A A Q y Front left and right d q j a 1 ee Internal A Nh Lp Sound Recorder eee Right click the icon d RN to access the menu SSS ab ove i Virtual Surround Se REALTEK ie 2 10 Audio Features Features amp Components Adding a Printer The most commonly used peripheral is a printer The following conventions will 4 help you to add a printer however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for Parallel Pri
133. t Pro CD ROM and click Option A tector Suite QL gt Fingerprint Tutorial after installing the driver al button Click Unlock button and then click 4 Fingerprint gt Yes Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation Click Documentation to 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM into the open the folder containing CD DVD drive the manual in pdf format Click Opti onal butt 0 n Click 4 Fingerprint gt Yes Click Software Installation Click Next gt Next gt Next Click Finish gt Yes to restart the computer To install the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to read the file insert the Device Driv ers amp Utilities User s Man ual CD ROM and click User s Manual button and click Install Acrobat Reader button ots D 44 Fingerprint Reader Module Windows XP Information User Enrollment 1 2 TE E Fingerprint Reader Module D 45 Click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt User Enrollment or double click the taskbar icon f On the first run of the program you will be asked to click the button to accept the license and then click OK Click Next and select Enrollment to the hard disk and click Finish es Finish F T R Al aga re rod deep ba e airaa fou uan dain co be boored by hance ratecied keyi dhame Som She eri e Thee mode alert ony 21 ainiti bo be erin Figure D 23 G Enrodrent to the hard det n fs are s
134. t battery charge time is less Refer to LED Indica tors on page I 7 for information on the battery charge status and to Battery Information on page D 21 for more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack De Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power Lower the brightness level of the LCD display The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter Close modem or communication applications when they are not being used Remove any unused PC Cards from the computer PC Cards quickly use up battery power even if the system enters sleep mode Disconnect any unnecessary external devices D 22 Battery Information Windows XP Information Proper handling of the Battery Pack e DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures it may explode e DO NOT connect the metal terminals to each other ye ZO Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects e g the battery is bent out of shape after being dropped or any unusual smells emanating from the notebook battery shut your computer down immediately and contact your service center If the battery has been dropped we do not recommend using it any further as even if the computer continues to work with a dam aged battery in place it may cause circuit damage which may possibly result
135. t password can boot the system see the warning in the sidebar The default setting is Disabled Note To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password then press Enter for the new password without typing any password entry and Enter again to confirm the password clearance Fixed disk boot sector Security Menu If you choose Write Protect this will protect against viruses being written to the hard disk boot sector this is not a substitute for installing an anti virus program see Viruses on page 8 4 Security Menu 5 11 BIOS Utilities ove ANS Password Warning If you set a boot pass word Password on boot is Enabled NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your ven dor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk BIOS Utilities Boot Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 5 Nain Advanced o BoorMeny BOO CP lObIty Order USB FDC Keys used to view or USB HDD configure devices USB CD MATSHITADVD RAM UJ 850S P Up and Down arrows IDE 4 FUJITSU MEVZ060BH S1 select a device TPES PEL BEV OTTOON EES lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down lt x gt exclude or include the device to boot Se Excluded from boot order USB CDROM USB ZIP lt Shift 1 gt enables or use Lei disables a device lt 1 4 gt Loads
136. t will appear as a removable device and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk s Make sure you install the Card Reader driver see CardReader on page 4 5 e MMC MultiMedia Card e MS Duo requires PC adapter e SD Secure Digital e Mini SD requires PC adapter e MS Memory Stick e RS MMC requires PC adapter e MS Pro Memory Stick Pro Note The PC adapters are usually supplied with these cards a E OLE 2 6 7 in 1 Card Reader Features amp Components ExpressCard Slot The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 54 slot that reads Express Card 2 34 and ExpressCard 54 formats ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA PC ExpressCard Cards Make sure you install the Card Reader driver see CardReader on page 4 Slot Cover 5 Make sure you keep the rubber cover provided in ExpressCard 54 is used for applications which require a larger interface slot e g the ExpressCard slot CompactFlash card reader The number denotes the card width 54mm for the Ex when not in use This press Card 54 and 34mm for the ExpressCard 34 will help prevent foreign objects and or dust get ting in to the Express Card Slot Inserting and Removing ExpressCards Figure 2 5 e Align the ExpressCard with the slot and push it in until it locks into place as Left View pictured in the generic figure below 1 Express Card Slot e To remove an ExpressCard simply press the card to eject it Figure 2 6
137. tart gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon ij Make sure you enable power to the module by pressing the Fn _ E key combination the icon Sp will be green Modules amp Options Setting Up a Carrier Profile Although the connection information is stored on the USIM card supplied by the ser vice provider you will need to set up the appropriate carrier profile from the 3G Watcher software 1 2 Power on the 3 5G module using the Fn _ E key combination the icon will be green Access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs AIll Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon Pai Click Tools and select Options Click Profiles and then click the Add new profile button ey and select WWAN profile tony Figure 7 20 OS ti 7 Pas i a vaso Catal pesia fier hen To Add WWAN Profi le SMS Express SMI ett Nos Call History P Far bei T Phone Book Turn Radio Off Options 3 5G Module 7 23 Modules amp Options Figure 7 21 User Options A Profile Details If you have chosen the profile from the drop down list then most of the information in the Gener al and Advanced tabs should be automatically filled in for you however check with your service provider for the latest in formation as you may at least need to add in your Username and Pass
138. th amp Central America Mexico Australia New Zealand N Korea Russia Eastern Europe India amp Most of Africa a Features amp Components ee wre rs ree peer ere General DVD Region Volumes Driver Details Most DVDs are encoded for play in specific regions To playa regionalized DVD on your computer you must set your DVD drive to play discs from that region by selecting a geographic area from the following list CAUTION You can change the region a limited number of times After Changes remaining reaches zero you cannot change the region even f you reinstall Windows or move your DVD drive to a different computer Changes remaining 5 To change the curent region select a geographic area and then click OK United Arab Emirates a United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Vatican City X Curent Region Not Selected New Region Region 1 OK Cancel Table 2 1 DVD Regional Coding Figure 2 3 DVD Regions Optical CD DVD Device 2 5 Features amp Components a Card Reader Cover Make sure you keep the rubber cover provided in the card reader when not in use This will help prevent foreign objects and or dust getting in to the card reader Figure 2 4 Right View 1 Card Reader 7 in 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards Push the card into the slot and i
139. tion Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 65nm 65 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FC PGA Package Socket P 2MB On die L2 Cache amp 800MHz FSB T7100 1 8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 65nm 65 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FC PGA Package Socket P 4MB On die L2 Cache amp 800MHz FSB T7300 T7500 T7700 2 0 2 2 2 4 GHz Intel Celeron M Processor 65nm 65 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FCPGA Package Socket P 1MB On die L2 Cache amp 533MHz FSB 530 540 550 1 73 1 86 2 0 GHz Core Logic SiS M672 SiS968 Chipset 12 1 WXGA 1280 800 Glare Non Glare TFT LCD Memory Two 200 Pin SO DIMM Sockets Supporting DDRII DDR2 533 667 MHz 64 bit Wide DDRII DDR2 Data Channel Memory Expandable up to 2GB 256 512 1024 2048 MB DDRII Modules Video Adapter SiS M672 Integrated Video High Performance 2D 3D Graphics Accelerator Shared Memory Architecture up to 256MB Supports Microsoft DirectX 9 0 Supports Vertex Shader 2 0 and Pixel Shader 2 0 C 2 Specifications Specifications Security Security Kensington Type Lock Slot BIOS Password Fingerprint ID Reader Module Factory Option BIOS O One 8Mb SPI Flash ROM Phoenix BIOS Storage One Changeable 12 7mm h Optical Device CD DVD Type Drive see Optional on page C 5 Easy Changeable 2 5 9 5 mm h SATA Serial HDD High Definition Audio HDA A3D Compatible Compliant with Microsoft UAA Universal Audio S
140. tion and set To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices tings select Help and 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Support from the Start menu Type Bluetooth in 2 Click Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this the Search Help box computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it and select an item from 3 Make sure that Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect check the returned search re box Connections has a tick inside it if you want to be notified when a Bluetooth sults to get more infor device wants to connect mation m 8 Bluetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware Discovery A To protect your privacy select this check box only when Fi g u r e ri Z pi 4 you want a Bluetooth device to find this computer n Connections B u etoot h Devi ces 7 Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer J Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect Options 3 z J Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area Change settinas for a Bluetooth enabled device Restore Defaults ok Cancel __ Anny 7 18 Bluetooth Module Modules amp Options 3 5G Module If you have included an optional 3 5G module see Communication on page A 4 for specification details in your purchase option you will have the appropriate Power Safety software provided for your module F
141. tor CRT or external Flat Panel Display as your display device A VGA monitor Flat Panel Display connects to the external monitor port The following display modes are available One of the connected displays is used as the display device Both connected displays output the same view l Both connected displays are treated as separate devices may be configured independently and act Multi Mode Se as a virtual desktop this is similar to Extended Desktop in Windows Table D 3 Display Options a a E a Sills D 10 Video Features Windows XP Information Attaching Other Displays y If you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display as your display device then con l S d Devi nect it to the external monitor port on the left of the computer ECOngary TEVICE Click to put a tick in the 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on Power on secondary 2 Go to the SIS Utility Manager control panel and click Driver Mode Settings device box if the sec 3 Click to choose the Primary or Secondary display option from the menu ondary display doesn t 4 Click the button to toggle either Clone F or Multi Mode amp appear 5 Click OK gt Ok gt Yes to confirm the settings change Driver Mode Setting z Driver Mode Setting Driver Mode Driver Mode Primary Secondary Primary b o A m a_i M V Power on secondary device V Power on secondary device Display devices detection Display
142. tructions Ports and Jacks See Notebook Ports and Jacks on page A 2 for a description of the interface ports amp jacks which allow your com puter to communicate with external devices connect to the internet etc Overview 1 3 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 following operating systems are sup ported In order to run Windows XP without limitations or decreased Windows XP Home or Professional Editions performance your computer requires a minimum 512MB of system memory RAM Windows Vista 64 bit Home Basic Edition In order to run Windows Vista without limitations or decreased performance your computer requires a minimum Windows Vista 64 bit l 1GB of system memory RAM Home Premium Business Enterprise Ultimate Editions Table 1 1 Model Differences Note For information on the Windows XP OS specifically power video and driver information see Win dows XP Information on page D 1 SSS a aU U U S i ee 1 4 Overview Quick Start Guide System Startup Remove all packing materials Place the computer on a stable surface Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook e g Keyboard and mouse to their ports Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC In jack on the left of the com
143. ts of the computer ly depending on your the monitor and hard disk drive or the whole system This chapter covers operating system For more information it is best to refer to the user s manual of your operat e The Power Sources e Turning on the Computer ing system e Power Plans e Power Saving States Note All pictures used e Configuring the Power Buttons on the following pages are from the Windows e Battery Information Vista OS The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system OS direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors For example this enables the OS to set devices into low power states based on user set tings and information from applications SS re ee ee a ee ae ee Overview 3 1 Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC DC adapter or a battery pack 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 1 Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC in jack on the left of the computer 2 Plug the AC power cord into an outlet and then connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an electrical outlet is una
144. tungs Show different parts of my desktop on each display extended Show my desktop on the extemal display only To select diferent settings 9 ntrot Panel Tum on Presemtation Settings Attaching Other Displays B 5 Figure B 4 Select Active Devices Figure B 5 Display Setting External displays may also be configured from SiS VGA Control Center 1 2 3 Oo Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel Click SiS VGA Control Center or click Appearance and Personalization gt SiS VGA Control Center Click Display Setting icon 4 Click Device List lt Change Devices gt Select which active device is to be Device 1 Device 2 and click OK Select Active Devices Devicet Device2 Dieolny Santee n DN u Sa 1024 768 poets True Color 22 Stn 60 Neraz 1024 700 pets True Color 32 Stn GO Herts B 6 Attaching Other Displays To Enable a Display Setting Mode Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on Go to the SiS VGA Control Center gt Display Setting menu Click the appropriate icon for the display setting mode you wish to use Click Yes within 15 seconds in order to save the setting change Pa a Figure B 6 Confirm Changes Do you want to keep this change 15 seconds 5 You can adjust the display mode change the
145. ule see Function Keys on page 7 10 Run the camera program to view the camera picture 8 10 Problems and Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution The Wireless LAN PC The driver s for the module s have not been installed Make sure you have installed the driver Camera 3 5G modules for the appropriate module see the instructions for the appropriate module in Modules amp cannot be configured Options on page 7 1 Module Drivers on page D 29 SS a eB ae ne ee Problems and Possible Solutions 8 11 Troubleshooting 8 12 Interface Ports amp Jacks Appendix A Interface Ports amp Jacks Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface ports amp jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devices connect to the internet etc DE aay a a a a ee a ae ee Cee ee Interface Ports amp Jacks A 1 Interface Ports amp Jacks Notebook Ports and Jacks a ee ee Card Reader Port The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards Push the card into the n MMC SD MS 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 External Monitor VGA This port allows you to connect an external monitor or Flat Panel Display to get dual video or Port simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor FPD Headph
146. vailable Battery life varies depending on the applications and the configuration you re using To increase battery life let the battery discharge completely before recharging see How do I completely discharge the battery on page 3 14 We recommend that you do not remove the battery For more information on the bat tery please refer to Battery Information on page 3 10 3 2 The Power Sources 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 Ze Shut Down Note that you should al ways shut your comput er down by choosing the Shut Down command from the Lock Button Menu in Windows Vis ta This will help prevent hard disk or system problems E Connect To Switch User Log Off Control Panel Lock Forced Off When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Sleep Hibernate hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will force the computer to shut down Use Power Op tions Hardware and Sound menu control panel in Windows Vista to configure this feature Default Programs Restart If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the pow Help and Support zeig Hibernate er button for 4 seconds or longer to force the system to turn itself off Sa
147. ver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Add Remove Programs item If you see the individual driver listed if not see below uninstall it following the on screen prompts it may be necessary to restart the computer Go to the appropriate section of the manual to complete the update reinstall procedure for the driver in question If the driver is not listed in the Add Remove Programs item 1 Click Start menu point to Settings and click Control Panel or click Start gt Control Panel 2 Double click System icon System icon is in Performance and Maintenance category 3 Click Hardware tab gt Device Manager button 4 Double click the device you wish to update reinstall the driver for you may need to click 5 Look for the Update Driver button check the Driver tab and follow the on screen prompts Windows XP Information Driver Installation Procedure Video 1 Click 1 Install VGA Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Next gt Next gt Next 3 Click Next click Yes if you want to view the ReadMe file 4 Click Finish to restart the computer Audio 1 Click 2 Install Audio Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer SS a ee S a ee as cre cee ee ee ee eee Driver Installation D 27 Windows XP Information Modem TouchPad 1 Click 3 Install Modem Driver gt Yes 1 Click 5 Install Touchpad Driver gt Yes 2 Click
148. wer Button ccccceesseeeeeeeeees D 20 Battery Information cccccccccccssssseessessseeeeseeeeeseeeees D 21 Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter D 22 Batey PAO ern eee oe ee en on Orton ert ane rer D 24 Driver Installation ccccccecccssssttssssssssssssssesseeeeees D 25 Driver Installation Procedure cccccecccceeeeeeeeeees D 27 PC Carine ra Mod le si ssencnecossacvoreacersasnnetegermetiucsenarsie zest D 30 802 11 b g USB WLAN Module cece cece D 36 Binetooth Mod le srren a D 38 DOr IWIO o EEE IEE E EA EE D 43 Fingerprint Reader Module cccccccssssesseeeeeeeeeeees D 44 Preface XVII XVIII Quick Start Guide g 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 e Chapter2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e g the storage devices hard disk optical device 7 in 1 card reader ExpressCard 34 54 TouchPad amp Mouse Function Hot Keys Quick Buttons Audio amp Printer e Chapter 3 The computer s power saving options e Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems e Chapter 5 An outline of the computer s built in software or BIOS Basic Input Out
149. xBIOS Setup Utility S Be Security The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself and also access to your ma Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear Supervisor Password lEnterf controls access to the Set User Password Enter Setup weillt Password on boot Disabled Fixed disk boot sector Normal chine as it boots up af ter you turn it on These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your software OS Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Figure 5 4 Exit Select Menu Select Sub Menu Save and Exit Security Menu l l Set Supervisor Password Security Menu You can set a password for access to the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility This will not affect access to the computer OS only the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility 5 10 Security Menu Set User Password Security Menu You can set a password for user mode access to the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility This will not affect access to the computer OS only the PhoenixBIOS Setup Util ity Many menu items in the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility utility cannot be modified in user mode You can only set the user password after you have set the supervisor password Password on boot Security Menu Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer you may only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled If Enabled is selected only users who enter a correc
150. y device A VGA monitor Flat Panel Dis play connects to the external monitor port The following display modes are available Single a One of the connected displays is used as the display device Table B 1 f EEF Both connected displays output the same view and may be Display Modes s configured independently Both connected displays are treated as separate devices may be Multi Mode configured independently and act as a virtual desktop this is similar to Extended Desktop in Windows E a ma E as Oe B 4 SIS VGA Control Center Attaching Other Displays Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external monitor CRT flat panel dis play as your display device Connect it to the external monitor port on the left of the computer and follow the instructions below Windows Vista 1 Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on 2 Ifa New Display Detected window does not appear in Windows Vista go to the Windows Mobility Center control panel Mobile PC gt Adjust commonly used mobility settings and click Connect display 3 Click on any of the buttons to configure the displays to your preferences or click Display Settings in the New Display Detected window to access the control panel qantas ce Figure B 3 acer Oou Re New Display 6 Batonced Detected sain Si Tumon O Duplicate my desktop on all displays qnerored Eglernel Dnpley Sync Center Presentation se
151. you work at the computer for long periods of time Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks Xl Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders e Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light e Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly e Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance e Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position LCD Screen Care To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for an extended period of time take the following precautions e Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time e Use a rotating moving or blank screen saver this prevents an image from being displayed too long e Rotate desktop background images every few days e Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use XII Preface Contents INGUICE osori E EE I System Map Left amp Right Views ec ccccccceeeeeees 1 12 FCC SIAC sect cisan scat citron saute steceanacseesseoiecesnicaanssenet II System Map Bottom View cccccccccseccseceteeteteteseeees 1 14 Instructions for Care and Operation cccseeeeee IV Windows

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