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1. Screw B x2 6 Push the HDD module to the right and separate it from the connector Lift the module away from the bay 7 Locate and remove 4 Screw C s from the HDD module Remove the metal case Screw C x2 Metal Case Screw C x2 8 Re attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and tighten 4 Screw C s 9 Re attach the HDD module to the HDD connector And re attach 2 Screw B s 10 Put the System Device Cover back and re attach 9 Screw A s Congratulations You have now completed the hard drive upgrade When you boot up the PC you may need to create a primary HDD partition and reformat the new drive and re install O S drivers and all the necessary applications Upgrading the System Memory Many applications will generally run faster when the computer s dynamic memory capacity is increased The computer provides two DDR2 memory sockets There is one located underneath the System Device Cover and another one located underneath the keyboard You can increase the amount of memory by replacing the existing one with a dual inline memory module commonly known as SO DIMM of a higher capacity The SO DIMM can be 512MB or 1024MB in capacity The SO DIMM is of type DDR2 SDRAM has 200 pins and runs on 1 8V Warning Memory upgrade is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NO
2. 2 Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet Depending on where your computer is used you may need to change settings in the modem Correct setting will allow you to maintain a stable connection in a country where its telecommunication system may be different to others To change the modem setting do the following 1 Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options Go to Dialing Rules and Edit My Location In the Country Region pull down menu select the appropriate country setting You will see a similar dialog box Edit Location General Area Code Rules Calling Card Br Location name My Location Specify the location from which you will be daling Country region When dialing from thes location use the following rules To access an outside line for local calls diat To access an outside line for long distance calls diat Use this cartier code to make long distance calls Use this cartier code to make international calls C To disable call waiting diat Dialusing Tone O Pulse 2 Click on the pull down menu and select the country where it is applicable Click on OK to exit Ethernet Your computer is equipped with a 10 100Base TX Fast Ethernet network adapter Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ 45 LAN port located on the right side of the computer This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network Connecting to the Network Use
3. Set the type of device for the 4th i drive BIOS attempts to boot from Boot Device Note r you select Realtek Boot Agent the system will attempt to boot from the network Note When the BIOS performs POST you may also press F12 Key to enable the Boot Device selection menu You may choose CD DVD Hard Drive or Realtek Boot Agent as the first storage device to boot from If you have already connected a USB Floppy Disk Drive before powering up it will appear as a Removable Device in the Boot Device selection menu Security Setup gt Boot Settings Configuration Selections Sub menu Description i Install or Change the Password Supervisor Password Change User Password Boot Sector Disabled i Install or Change the 1 1 1 gt Virus Enabled i i 1 I 1 Password Protection Note About Boot Sector Virus Protection If enabled the following warning message appears when a program attempts to alter the boot sector You may have to enter N several times to prevent the boot sector write Boot Sector Write Possible VIRUS Continue Y N _ The following warning message appears when a program attempts to format the hard disk drive Format Possible VIRUS Continue Y N _ Using Password Protection Two Levels of Password Protection are available The BIOS provides both a Supervisor and a User password If you try to activate both
4. Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer The computer uses a 9 5 mm height 2 5 inch Serial ATA type hard disk Be sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting this operation Warning Hard drive upgrade is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacture s warranty Warning Apply care when handling the hard disk Do not drop or apply any shock Do not press on the cover Do not touch the connector with your fingertips Mishandling of the hard drive can result in permanent loss of data Make a backup copy of the drive s content before you remove it Note Certain models that come with the IBM brand hard drive emit a clattering sound when it is being rattled This is a normal condition Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive do the following 1 Turn OFF the computer Unhook the AC cord and all cables devices attached to the notebook Remove the battery 2 Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity 3 Locate and remove 9 Screw A s Battery pack removed De y Device Cover t ScrewA x9 4 Remove the System Device Cover Battery pack removed z
5. devices or network System At A Glance Top View 1 LCD Latch The LCD latches lock unlock the LCD panel 2 LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed 3 Built in Stereo Speakers The built in speakers output the sound in stereo 4 Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter data See Keyboard Section for details 5 Touch Pad The touch pad is a built in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse 6 LED Status Indicator The LED Status indicators reveal the status of these functions Numeric keypad cap lock silent mode WLAN module enabling and disabling and also the ODD HDD activities See the LED Status Indicator Section for details The LED Status indicators also reveal the status of the system power state and battery charging state See the LED Status Indicator Section for details 7 Built in Microphone The built in microphone records sound 8 Power Suspend Button The power suspend button turns the notebook on and off and it also acts as a system suspend key Press momentarily to turn on the system Press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off the system How this key behaves can be defined in Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options gt Advanced menu Press the power suspend button again to return from the suspend mode See Chapter 3 for more details on system suspend function When the system is in Suspend Mode the QO LED status indicator
6. Bezel w o printing v Keyboard amp Touch pad 87 86 key QWERTY keyboard with embedded numeric keypad and Windows keys 19 05mm Pitch Traditional Touch Pad v Express Card New Card amp Multiple Card Reader O2Micro OZ128 Card Reader Single Slot 34mm and 54mm type supported Multimedia Card MMC Secure Digital Card SD Memory Stick MS and MS Pro Card v Ports and Connectors One Microphone in Line in jack One Headphone Three USB2 0 compliant connectors One standard network Ethernet connector RJ 45 One modem phone connector RJ11 One DC in connector One 15 pin VGA connector One 4 in 1 Card Reader slot One NewCard Slot type II v Battery Pack AC Adapter Li ion 4 Cell pack 14 4V 14 8 V x 2200 mAH Li ion 6 Cell pack 10 8V 11 1V x 4400 mAH Low battery state with low battery warning beep Uniwill SmartPower II Power Management Smart Battery Compliant low battery warning beep Long Battery Life Mode and Silent Mode Autosensing AC in 100 240V DC out 20V 65W v BIOS Phoenix Power On Self Test DRAM auto detection auto sizing L2 Cache auto detection Hard disk type auto detection APM 1 2 Advanced Power Management amp ACPI 2 0 Advanced Configuration Power Interface Two Level Password Protections 32bit access Ultra DMA PIO5 Mode support Multi boot capability Compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 XP DOS Windows Vista premium v Physical Specification 334 W x 244 D x 32 5 38
7. or a replacement ac adapter contact your local dealer U S and Canada The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified or C UL Listed The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are 1 No 18 AWG 2 Type SJ and 3 3 conductor The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least 10 A The attachment plug must be an earth grounding type with a NEMA 5 15P 15A 125V or NEMA 6 15P 15 A 250V configuration Japan All components of the cord set cord connector and plug must bear a PSE mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law The minimum specification for the flexible cord are 1 0 75 mm conductors 2 Type VCT or VCTF and 3 3 conductor The cord set must have minimum rated current capacity of 7 A The attachment plug must be a two pole grounded type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 15 A 125 VAC configuration Other Countries The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country Acceptable agencies are BSI UK OVE Australia CEBEC Belgium SEMKO Sweden FIMKO Finland DEMKO Denmark NEMKO Norway SETI Finland EANSW Australia SEV Switzerland IMQ Italy UTE France CCC China PSB Singapore PSE Japan BSMI Taiwan B Polish VDE Germany SASO Saudi Arabia The flexible cord must be of a HAR harmonized type HO5VV F 3 conductor cord with a minimum conductor si
8. Action Stand by Run Program None Note Consult Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power management functions Note Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different Power Menu Quick Access Instead of making specific selections in the Power Options Properties box you can quickly and easily specify which pre set power saving function you desire by clicking on the Battery icon at the lower right hand corner of the task bar If you do not see a battery or AC in icon go to Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab Check off Always show icon on the task bar Select Max Battery if you want the system to enter suspend mode more often Or select Always On if your notebook PC is plugged into an AC power source Note Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different CHAPTER V FOUR UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER In this chapter you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM hard disk drive and to install the optional wireless LAN mini Card Warning We strongly recommend that you return the notebook to the dealer or the shop for the hardware upgrade Before you perform the hardware upgrade please turn off the system unplug the AC adapter remove the battery pack and also disconnect the LAN and Modem cables first for your safety When the hardware upgrade is completed please be sure to fasten all the screws before turning on the notebook rni tho da
9. Diese Flachewird sehr heiss When you see this symbol be careful as this spot may be very hot The heat is generated from the CPU
10. as well Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Power Options icon Always on mode puts the processor into maximum performance mode which provides no power saving The other schemes control processor performance based on demand For example Max Battery mode lowers the processor s speed and voltage to conserve power as much as possible Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate lt Selec the power scheme with the most approprute settings toe this computer Note that changing the settings below wil modiy the selected scheme Home Othice Desk ge um After 15 mins v Tum off hard disks After 30 mins v System standby After 20 mins v System hibernates After 3 hours v In this dialog box you can manually set the LCD and hard drive s time out values in the Plugged in column and in the Running on batteries column Lower time out values will save more battery power Note Also consult Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power management functions Note Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different Suspend Mode Standby Suspend The system automatically enters this mode after a period of inactivity which is set in the Power Schemes dialog box In Standby mode hardware devices such as display panel and hard disk are turned off to conserve energy Hibernate Suspend In this mode all system data ar
11. drive you may save data onto a CD R CD RW or DVD RW disc Press the eject button to eject the disk tray The manual eject keyhole allows you to manually eject a jammed disk rni damane 3 Kensington Lock Key Hole A Kensington type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti theft purpose 4 Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack RJ 11 for fax modem functions 5 Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat Do not block this airway completely o Power Jack DC in The DC out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer N External VGA Port The VGA video output port is for connecting the external LCD monitor or projector o Ethernet LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ 45 cable and also conforms to 10 100Base TX transmission protocol ExpressCard Slot The slot is where ExpressCard Typell 54mm is inserted ExpressCard Type 54 allows insertion of either 54mm or 34mm cards ExpressCard integrates both the PCI Express bus technology and USB2 0 interface 10 4 in 1 Card Reader The 4 in 1 Card Reader supports SD Card MS Card MMC Card and MS Pro Card Bottom View 1 Battery Pack and Battery Latch The battery pack is a built in power source for the notebook Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack 2 Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipat
12. hardware based motion compensation engine which gives you smooth MPEG video playback 3D graphics capability also adds realism to PC games LCD Display The computer is equipped with a wide 14 1 inch TFT high resolution display panel for clear text and brilliant colors Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive Support The serial ATA bus offers higher data throughput than the traditional parallel ATA bus The hard disk drive also supports 5400 RPM The system achieves excellent hard drive performance ExpressCard New Card Technology ExpressCard New Card is the next generation of the PC Card standard The bus interface is based on the two standards PCI Express for high performance I O and USB2 0 for variety of devices The card slot is compatible with both 34 mm and 54 mm type cards Expandability The system offers upgradeable hard disk drive and 2 DDR SDRAM sockets for expansion allowing the user to easily increase the storage and system capacities as the need arises Built in Multiple Card Reader There is built in 4 in 1 card reader to access many of the portable media formats SD Card MS Card MMC Card and MS Pro Card Ethernet Port The system provides built in Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection USB2 0 ports USB2 0 ports to connect to any USB based peripheral devices Wireless LAN The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802 11 enabled systems
13. pack to high storage temperatures above 60 140 C F When discarding a battery pack contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries Use only supplied AC Adapter for charging CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions or local laws VORSICHT Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers Laser Safety The optical drive used with this computer is certified as a Class 1 laser device according to the U S Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC 825 IEC 825 1 EN60825 EN60825 1 The device is not considered harmful but the following precautions are recommended Do not open the unit Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam If the unit requires service contact an authorized service center Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser The laser be
14. passwords the Supervisor password must be set first The passwords activate two different levels of protection 1 System always asks for password every time it is powered on 2 System asks for password only when you attempt to enter BIOS utility The passwords are encrypted and stored in NVRAM Make sure you write them down or memorize them If you lost the passwords the computer may need to be sent back to the factory orto an authorized service dealer to reset the passwords Power Setup Selections Sub menu Automatic Automatic CPU adjusts its SpeedStep Minimum frequency automatically on Description tech Speed AC power or battery power Maximum to save battery life Speed Minimum Speed CPU save battery life Maximum speed CPU performance is maximized Disabled SpeedStep function is disabled On Off When the power button is pressed the system is turned off Suspend When the power button is pressed the system enters the suspend mode j I i I i i Disabled performance is minimized to 5 j 1 I I I On Off Suspend Power Button Mode Long Battery Enable Life Mode Disable Note The Suspend Mode selection in BIOS only applies to older Windows version such as Windows 3 1 or Windows 95 or NT4 or non Windows operating system In Windows ME 98SE 2000 XP VISTA suspend mode and settings are determined by settings in the Power Options Proper
15. the WLAN module is active Persistent green light indicates the Silent Mode is enabled Blinking orange light indicates the battery is being charged Blinking red light indicates the battery power is low when the system is turned ON Persistent green light indicates the battery is Full and AC power is plugged in Green light indicates the hard drive and or optical drive is being accessed Green light indicates the numeric keypad is activated Green light indicates the cap lock ig activated Keyboard Features Graphic Symbol 2 2 oO a J e a Action Fn F1 Fn F3 Fn F4 Fn F5 Fn F6 Fn F7 Fn F8 Fn Num Lk System Control Enters Suspend Mode Turns of the battery warning beep off or on Changes Display Mode LCD only CRT only and LCD amp CRT Turns Speaker Volume up Turns Speaker Volume down Increases Display Brightness Decreases Display Brightness Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode The keys act like numeric keypads in a calculator Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry An alternative would be to connect an external numeric keypad For various system controls press the Fn Function key and the Fx key simultaneously Windows Keys Your keyboard also has two Windows keys 1 Start Key This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the ta
16. 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE Symbols and Conventions Protecting Your Computer Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment Chapter Summaries 1 GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS Performance Features 1 2 3 System at a Glance 1 4 Top View 1 4 5 Front and Rear Views 1 6 7 Side Views 1 8 9 Bottom View 1 10 11 AC Adapter 1 12 LED Status Indicators 1 13 Keyboard Features 1 14 Function Quick Keys 1 14 Windows Keys 1 15 Embedded Numeric Keypad 1 15 Touch Pad 1 16 Graphic Subsystem 1 17 Adjusting the Display Brightness 1 17 Extending the Life of the TFT Display Panel 1 17 Opening and Closing the Display Panel 1 18 Audio Subsystem 1 19 Adjusting the Volume in Windows 1 19 Voice Recording 1 19 Modem and Modem Setting 1 20 Ethernet Adapter 1 21 2 BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY Entering the BIOS Setup Screen 2 3 Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen 2 3 BIOS Action Keys 2 3 Modifying the BIOS Settings 2 4 Main Setup 2 4 Advance Setup 2 4 5 Boot Setup 2 5 6 Security Setup 2 7 8 Power Setup 2 8 9 Exit Setup 2 9 3 BATTERY POWER amp POWER MANAGEMENT The Battery Pack 3 2 Lithium lon Battery Technology 3 2 Battery Low Power Warning 3 3 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 3 4 5 Charging the Battery and Charging Time 3 5 Checking the Battery Level 3 6 Prolonging the Battery s Life and Usage Cycles 3 6 Using Windows Power Options 3 7 Windows Power Schemes 3 7 8 Su
17. 21 ETSI TBR21 Terminal Equipment EN60950 IEC60950 I T E Product Safety Canadian Notice This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le present appareil numerique nemet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le Ministere des Communications du Canada REN Ringer Equivalent Numbers Statement NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 IC ID 3409A M30EI0 Attachment Limitations Statement Notice This equipment meets telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s This is confirmed by marking the equipment with the Industry Canada certification number The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it i
18. 5 H mm 2 4KG 5 28lbs with 14 1 LCD DVD ROM Drive and 6 cell battery pack Operating Temperature 5 to 300C 41 to 86 F Operating Humidity 20 to 80 percent RH 5 to 350C Storage Temperature 15 to 500C 5 to 122 F APPENDIXV B AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any chang
19. 960 DDR2 SDRAM 533MHz 512MB 1024MB 1 8 Volt 64 bit bus Two 200 pin DIMM sockets Max 2 GB v Display 14 1 inch WXGA 1280x800 TFT LCD Integrated dual 24 bit LVDS amp spread spectrum PLLs on LVDS interface Hardware Motion Compensation and IDCT Supported for MPEG 1 2 Playback DirectX compatible v Audio AMD M690V integrated audio controller Realtek ALC883 DirectSound 3D EAX 1 0 amp 2 0 compatible A3D I3DL2 compatible AC97 V2 3 compatible 7 1 Multi channel compatible through S PDIF Supports Azalia standard 2 Stereo Speakers v Modem Intel GM965 GL960 integrated Modem Controller with MDC card Azalia V2 2 Modem support V 92 V 90 K56flex for download data speed up to 56Kbps V 34 V 17 V 29 protocol supported v Wireless LAN Intel 3945 ABG MiniCard Interface IEEE802 11 A amp B amp G Billionton USB interface IEEE 802 11b g 11Mbps 54Mbps v LAN Ethernet Realtek 8100CL Ethernet function for 10 100Base TX network standards Windows 2000 XP Vista Plug and Play compatible Automatic Jam and auto negotiation for flow control Auto Negotiation and Parallel detection for automatic speed selection IEEE 802 3u High performance 32 bit PCI bus master architecture with integrated DMA controller for low CPU and bus utilization Remote Wake up Scheme supported v Storage S ATA 2 5 inch format hard disk drive 5 25 inch format 12 7mm height fixed module Optional Purchase Double Layer GBASE Support
20. CMOS Battery Problem A message CMOS Checksum Failure displays during the booting process or the time clock resets when booting Try to reboot the system If the message CMOS Checksum Failure appears during the booting procedure even after rebooting it may indicate failure of the CMOS battery If so you need to replace the battery This battery normally lasts two to five years The battery is of type CR2032 3V You may replace it by yourself The battery is located under the System Device Cover on the bottom of the notebook See Chapter 4 for more details Memory Problems The POST does not show an increased memory capacity when you have already installed additional memory Certain brands of memory module may not be compatible with your system You should ask your vendor for a list of compatible DIMM The memory module may not be installed properly Go back to Chapter 4 to review the details of this operation The memory module may be defective The O S issues an insufficient memory error message during operation This is often a software or Windows related problem A program is draining the memory resources Close the application programs you re not using and restart the system You need to install additional memory module For instructions go to Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer Modem Problems The built in modem does not respond Make sure the modem driver is loaded properly Go to Start gt Sett
21. T covered by the manufacture s warranty Warning Changing memory while your computer is in suspend or power saving mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with amemory upgrade Warning You should only use the DIMM module that is approved by the reseller or the manufacturer otherwise the system may become unstable Installing a memory module DIMM into the system To install the DIMM under the System Device Cover do the following 1 Power OFF the notebook Unplug the AC cord and all cables devices attached to the notebook Remove the battery 2 Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity Place the notebook on a flat surface and fully close the LCD lid 3 Locate and remove 9 Screw A s on the System Device Cover ScrewAx9 4 Remove the System Device Cover The DIMM socket is now seen as shown below DDR DIMM Socket 5 If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30 degree see diagram below Pull the DIMM module out of the memory socket Store away the DIMM for the future use wii 6 Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket The DIMM will only fit in one orientation Insert the DIMM at an angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memor
22. The DIMM will only fit in one orientation Insert the DIMM at an angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memory socket Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket 6 Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place Note Notice the notch on the DIMM The notches should fit nicely with the socket 7 Put the Metal Cover back and tighten 2 Screw E s Put the keyboard back to its original position Make sure the edge of the keyboard now resides under the spring loaded latches 8 Re attached Screw D Congratulations You have just completed the memory upgrade When you boot up the computer you should expect to see an increase in DRAM capacity Note Your computer has been tested with a wide range of DIMM on the market However not all memory modules are compatible Check with your system vendor for a list of compatible DIMM for your computer Adding the Mini Card Type Wireless LAN Card Optional Device Your computer comes with a unique Mini Card socket which is located underneath the System Device Cover The socket allows the computer to add unique features such as wireless LAN IEEE802 11x Ask your dealer on the availability of the mini card Warning Installing a mini card is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this pro
23. Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP Ethernet cable only 1 Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle 2 Either connect the other end of the cable to an RJ 45 jack wall outlet or to an RJ 45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub in the network Cabling Restriction for Networks The following restrictions should be observed for 10 100BASE TX networks The maximum cable run length is 100 meters m 328 feet ft Note Consult Windows manual and or Novell Netware user s guide for the software installation configuration operation of the network CHAPTERY TWO BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE In this chapter you will learn how to enter the BIOS Setup Menu and manipulate various hardware control settings You will also learn how to use the built in security features The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System It runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions It is a menu driven software which allows you to easily configure and change the settings The BIOS contains manufacture s default settings for the computer s standard operations However there are occasions when you may be required to modify the default settings in the BIOS For example you may need to configure the BIOS power management APM settings if you are using DOS or non Windows operating system The BIOS allows you to set up p
24. Xitrix TravelPro Series Installation and Troubleshooting Guide www xitrix com support xitrix com Notice The information in this user s manual is subject to change without notice THE MANUFACTURER OR RESELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MANUAL The information in this user s manual is protected by copyright laws No part of this manual may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written authorization from the copyright owners Copyright 4 2006 All rights reserved Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation DOS Windows 95 98 ME 2000 NT XP VISTA are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective owners companies The software described in this manual is delivered under a license agreement The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Rev 1
25. ails The new HDD may need to be partitioned and reformatted O S and drivers will need to be re installed as well Check the hard disk indicator LED When you access a file the LED lamp should light up momentarily The new HDD may be defective or is not compatible If your computer has been subjected to static electricity or physical shock you may have damaged the disk drive The hard drive is making abnormal whining noises You should back up your files as soon as possible Make sure the source of noise is indeed from the hard drive and not the fan or other devices The hard disk drive has reached its capacity Run Disk Cleanup utility in Windows Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Disk Cleanup The system will prompt you for what to do Archive files or programs that you had no longer used by moving them to an alternative storage medium floppy disk optical record able disk etc or uninstall programs that no longer use Many browsers store files in the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance Check the program s Online Help for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing temporary Internet files Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space When you delete files Windows saves them to the Recycle Bin The hard disk takes longer to read a file If you have been using the drive for a period the files may be fragmented Go to Start gt Programs gt Accessori
26. aker output Software volume control is turned down in Microsoft Sound System or is muted Double click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the speaker has been muted or turned down all the way Most audio problems are software related If your computer worked before chances are software may have been set incorrectly Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon In the Audio page make sure that Realtek Azalia Audio is the default playback device Sound cannot be recorded You will need to plug in an external microphone to the microphone connector to record sound Double click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the microphone has been muted 1 Click Options and select Properties 2 Select Recording and click the OK button 3 After Click OK button the recording volume control panel will appear Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Multimedia icon or Sounds and Audio Devices icon In the Volume or Audio page make sure that Realtek Azalia Audio is the default recording device Hard Disk Problems The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable If you had just performed a hard disk upgrade make sure the hard drive connector is not loose and the hard disk drive is also correctly seated Remove it and reinsert it firmly and restart your PC Refer to Chapter 4 for det
27. am used in this product is harmful to the eyes The use of optical instruments such as magnifying lenses with this product increase the potential hazard to your eyes For your safety have this equipment serviced only by an authorized service provider Lithium battery warning Bridge battery warning This computer contains a lithium battery to power the clock and calendar circuitry CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions ATTENTION II y a danger d xplosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avcc unc batterie du meme type ou d un type recommande par le constructer Mettre au rebut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemBen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB A oder weniger Zum Netzanschlua dieses Gerates ist eine geprufte Leitung zu verwenden Fur einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerategewicht groBer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter als 1 HO5VV F 3G 0 75mm 2 2X0 75 mm conductors einzusetzen _ CAUTION 4A Thispartishot BeC are ful Ltt VORSICHT
28. an traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug Keep the adapter away from children The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Do not connect other AC adapter to your notebook This Notebook uses exclusively the AC adapter Lishin 0335C2065 65W Liteon PA 1650 01 65W HIPRO HP OK065E03 65W RTC BATTERY Vic Dawn Enterprise Co Ltd CR2032 CAUTION Risk of Explosion if Battery is replaced by an Incorrect Type Dispose of Used Batteries According to the Instructions BATTERY PACK 150 482200 S1S5 Simplo L50 4S2200 G1P3 Gallopwire 150 452200 C1S5 Celxpert L50 3S4400 S1S5 Simplo L50 3S4400 C1S5 Celxpert L50 3S4400 G1P3 Gallopwire CAUTION Risk of Explosion if Battery is replaced by an Incorrect Type Dispose of Used Batteries According to the Instructions When cleaning the computer observe these steps 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft cloth dampened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following occurs Computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged Liquid has been spilled into the product The com
29. asswords to limit access to users This is an important feature because a great deal of vital information is carried within the computer nowadays Unauthorized access can be prevented Later in this chapter you will learn how to use this security feature Entering the BIOS Setup Screen First turn on the power When the BIOS performs the POST Power On Self Test press F2 key quickly to activate the AMI BIOS Setup Utility Note You may need to press F2 key fairly quickly Once the system begins to load Windows you may have to retry by cycle power on again Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings exit the BIOS It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS Function Command Description Key i ESC Exit Leaves a sub menu to return to the previous menu OR exits the BIOS setupwhile saving changes Enter Shows the Sub Menu i Screen F1 General Shows the Help Screen F10 Saves changes and reboots the i Exit computer i lt Tab gt Selects the next field field it Select an Selects the next upper item i l item i BE Select an Selects the next lower item l item i Selects the next value within a value field i Higher value ___ _ Modifying the BIOS Settings The Phoenix BIOS setup main menu is subdivided into sub menus Each menu item is described in this section Main Setup Under this menu you may change time date and vie
30. cedure are NOT covered by the manufacture s warranty Warning Installing the mini card while your computer is in suspend or power saving mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with the card upgrade Installing the Mini Card into the System To install a new Mini card do the following 1 Follow steps in the previous section Installing a memory module DIMM into the system to access the Mini Card Socket underneath the System Device Cover Mini PCI Socket Antenna Cable with Connector 2 The mini card will only fit in one direction Align the small notch in the module with the socket on the connector and insert the card at an angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty socket Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket Pivot the mini card and fasten 2 Screw F s to hold the card down Note If you want to remove the mini card from the socket remove 2 Screw F s The card should pop up to an angle of 30 degree 3 Locate the 2 antenna cables with main connector Snap the cable onto the golden connector on the wirelss mini card Note The connectors are very small This may take some maneuvering You may want to connect the antenna cables before inserting the wireless card into the socket Wireless Mini Card Antenna Cable Mini Card Socket Connector Screw F x2 4 Replace th
31. ck speed is timed If you double click too slowly your notebook responds as if you single clicked twice 2 Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touch pad Also keep the surface of touch pad clean and dry to prolong its life 3 The touch pad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Heavy touch does not produce better response Graphic Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 14 1 inch active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi million colors for comfortable viewing The Dynamic integrated video graphics accelerator which is Microsoft DirectX 10 compatible performs graphic rendering at a lighting fast speed Adjusting the Display Brightness The notebook uses special key combinations called hot keys to control brightness Press Fn F7 to increase the brightness Press Fn F8 to decrease the brightness Note To maximize your battery operating time set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting so that the internal backlight uses less power Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the display 1 Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting Fn F8 2 When working at your desk connect your notebook to an external monitor and disable the internal display Fn F4 3 Do not disable the suspend time outs 4 If you are using AC power and have no external monitor a
32. e System Device Cover and 9 Screw A s Congratulations You have now completed the wireless mini card installation During the next time the system boots to Windows the system will prompt for driver location Insert the Factory CD ROM and point to the directory where the Wireless LAN driver can be found In addition to installing the driver you may also need to run a Setup exe program to install the card s utility applications before it is fully operational I CHAPTER FIVE TROUBLE SHOOTING In this chapter you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping However incorrect operations and or mishandling may cause problems This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting common hardware and software problems that you may encounter When you encounter a problem you should first try to go through the recommendations in this chapter Instead of returning the computer and waiting for repair you may easily solve the problems by considering the following scenarios and possible solutions If the error continues contact your reseller for service information Before taking further actions consider the following suggestions Check to see if the problem persists when all the external devices are removed Check to see that the green light indicator on the AC adapter is lit Check to see the power co
33. e saved in the hard disk before powering down When this mode is activated all system state and contents are saved to the hard disk drive after a period of inactivity defined by the user No power or very little power is drawn from the battery module under this mode However depending on how much RAM that have been installed on your computer the amount of time the system requires to restore all its previous contents can range from 5 to 20 seconds For Windows XP users hibernation is handled by the operating system therefore no special disk partition or disk file is necessary If you wish to activate Hibernate mode you need enable Hibernate Support in the Hibernate tab of the Power Options menu Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate x When your computer hibemates stores whatever t has in memory on your hard dsk and then shuts down When your computer comes out of hibemabon retums to ts previous state Hibernate Z Enabie hbemsbon Disk space for hibernation Free disk space 5 546 MB Disk space required to hibernate Note Do not install or remove the memory module when the system is in the suspend mode Note Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different Power Button Action The notebook PC s power button can be set to turn off the system or activate the suspend mode Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options and click on
34. e the internal heat Do not block this airway completely Warning Do not block the Fan Grill outlet Place the machine on hard surface only The bottom case may get very hot 3 System Device Cover The system s processor with cooler assembly Wireless LAN module HDD and DDR memory module are located under the case cover The system memory can be upgraded to a larger capacity See Chapter 4 for instructions on the memory and HDD upgrade rni curface AC Adapter ae b 1 DC out Connector The DC out connector docks to the power jack DC in on the computer 2 Adapter The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer 3 AC Plug The AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet Note You may feel a slight tingling sensation on any of the computer s metal parts such as the I O ports This is caused by leakage current when the AC adapter is not properly grounded via the ground pin However the amount of leakage current is within the safety regulation and is not harmful to human body LED Status Indicator The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook When a certain function is enabled an LED will light up The following section describes its indication System amp Power Status Indicators LED Indication Graphic Symbol Green light indicates the system is ON Blinking green light indicates the notebook is in the suspend mode Green light indicates
35. es gt System Tools gt Disk Defragmenter to perform a disk defragmentation This operation may take a while Interrupt requests or problems with other hardware devices may have occupied the CPU and therefore slows down the system performance The files are corrupted Run the Error checking utility in Windows to check the HDD Double click My Computer Right click C and select Properties Click Check Now in Error checking in Tools Optical Drive Problems The optical drive does not work Try rebooting the system The disk is damaged or files are not readable After you have inserted a CD ROM disk it may take a moment before you can access its content The drive dose not read any disks The CD may not be properly seated in the tray Make sure the disk is firmly seated onto the spindle The disk is damaged or not readable The disk cannot be ejected Normally it takes a few seconds to eject the disk If the disk cannot be ejected it may be mechanically jammed Straighten out a paper clip and insert it to a tiny hole next to the eject button This should reject the disk tray If not return the unit for repair Do not forcefully pull on the disk tray The Combo or DVD RW drive optional device cannot record You need to purchase and install a burner utility program to record files to a blank media Display Problems The display panel is blank when the system is turned on Make sure the computer is not in the S
36. es or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the Manufacture may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Connections to Peripheral Devices Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 CLASS B 68 the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 CLASS B EN61000 3 2 2000 EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A1 2003 IEC61000 4 2 2001 IEC61000 4 3 2002 A1 2002 IEC61000 4 4 1995 A1 2000 A2 2001 IEC61000 4 5 2001 IEC61000 4 6 2001 IEC61000 4 8 2001 IEC61000 4 11 2001 EN50082 IEC801 2 IEC801 3 IEC801 4 Electro magnetic Immunity EN 300 328 2 EN 300 328 1 EN 301 489 1 EN 301 489 17 ETSI 300 328 ETSI 301 489 Electro magnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matter TBR
37. g it for the first time Note In the Standby Suspend mode a fully charged battery loses its power in roughly 1 2 day or less When not being used the battery s power will deplete in 1 2 month Battery Low Power Warning 1 Low Battery Warning Low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 6 The red battery status LED indicator blinks and the system beeps once every 16 seconds or so 2 Very Low Battery Warning Very Low battery condition occurs at 3 power remaining The red battery status LED indicator blinks and the system beeps at 4 second interval When the notebook warns you of its low battery condition you will have about 3 5 minutes to save your current work Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 degree Celsius 32 degree F or above 60 degree C 140F This may adversely affect the battery pack Note Press Fn F3 to turn off the battery warning beep Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery Pack 1 Place the notebook bottom side up on a flat and secured surface 2 Push the latch and pull the battery s hard case away from the notebook To Install the Battery Pack 1 Place the notebook bottom side up on a flat and secured surface 2 Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery compartment of the notebook Charging the Battery and Charging Time To charge the battery while the battery pack is in the notebook plug the AC adapter int
38. ings gt Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options and go to Modems tab Make sure Motorola 56K Voice Modem or Uniwill V 92 Modem is listed Otherwise click the Add button to add the modem drive which is located in the factory CD ROM or floppy diskette Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System and click Device Manager button in the Hardware page to check for possible resource or driver conflict See Windows on line help or manual for how to handle such problems Make sure the phone line which the computer is connected to is working Connection difficulties Be sure to disable Call Waiting on the phone line Be sure to have the correct country setting where your computer is used Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Modem Settings gt Configuration In the Country Area pull down menu select the appropriate country setting Excessive line noise might cause the connection to be dropped To check this put the regular phone handset on the line and placing a phone call If you do hear abnormal noise try to make the modem connection with a different line or contact your local telephony company for service Make sure the cable connection is firm Try a different receiver number and see if the problem persists Network Adapter Ethernet Problems The Ethernet adapter does not work Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System gt Hardware gt Device Manager Double click on Network Ada
39. nstructions commentary sidelights or any additional information or notes that you should be aware of Warning Text in this format and symbol means that failures to comply with the given instructions or information could result in damage to your computer or could cause bodily harm or loss of life Protecting Your Computer Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment Follow the advice below will help ensure that you get the most out of your Investment Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat Do not subject it to temperatures below OcC 32 F or above 300C 86 F Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to moisture or rain Do not spill water or liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to adverse shock and vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt Do not place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer Do not place the computer on rocky surfaces Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter Do not connect the adapter to any devices other than your computer Do not let water get into the adapter Do not block the ventilation airway of the adapter Keep the adapter in a cool and ventilated place Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully tuck away the power cord and any cables away from pedestri
40. o Know the Basics In this chapter you will learn the basic operations and features of your computer It gives you a general understanding of the components of your computer Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Security In this chapter you will learn how to change various firmware settings and what the settings mean Also you will learn how to take advantage of the built in security feature provided by the BIOS Chapter 3 Battery Power amp Power Management In this chapter you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use them to achieve longer battery life Chapter 4 Trouble Shooting In this chapter you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems Appendix A Product Specification In this section you will find a list of the computers system specifications Appendix B Agency Regulatory Notices In this section you will find the general electro magnetic and safety regulatory information CHAPTER V ONE GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer Performance Features High Performance Processor with Intel Chipset The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Intel Merom CPU Together with the latest Intel chipset and technologies the system offers very advanced PC performances Advanced Graphic Engine Intel Merom CPU Integrated Motion video processor gives excellent graphic performance The advanced graphic chip also incorporates a
41. o the notebook and an electrical outlet The charging time is approximately 4 6 hours when the notebook is turned off and approximately 6 10 hours when the notebook is turned on When the battery is fully charged the battery charge indicator becomes green Note If system runs at heavy loading or in a high temperature environment the battery may not be fully charged You need to continue to charge it with the AC adapter plugged in until the charging LED turns green Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows battery status indicator which is located at the lower right hand corner of the task bar If you do not see a battery or AC in icon on the task tray go to Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab Check off Always show icon on the task bar Alternatively you can access the power meter by clicking the Power Options icon in the Windows Control Panel Prolonging the Battery s Life and Usage Cycles There are ways you can do to prolong the use of battery Use the AC adapter wherever AC wall outlet is available This will ensure uninterrupted computing Purchase additional battery pack Store the battery pack in room temperature Higher temperature tends to deplete the battery s power faster Make good use of the power management function Save To Disk Hibernate saves the most energy by storing current system contents in a hard disk space reserved for this func
42. pters and check if Realtek RTL8100CL Family Fast Ethernet NIC appears as one of the adapters If it does not exist Windows has not detected the Realtek RTL8100CL Fast Ethernet NIC or the device driver has not been installed properly If there is a yellow mark or red cross on the network adapter it may be a device or resource conflict Replace or update the device driver from the factory CD ROM disk or consult Windows manual on how to solve the resource conflict problem Make sure the physical connections on both ends of the cable are good The hub or concentrator may not be working properly Check to see if other workstations connected to the same hub or concentrator is working The Ethernet adapter does not appear to operate in the 100Mbps transmission mode Make sure the hub you are using supports 100Mbps operation Make sure that your RJ 45 cable meets the 100Base TX requirements Make sure the Ethernet cable is connected to the hub socket that supports 100Base TX mode The hub may have both 10Base TX and 100Base T sockets Performance Problems The computer becomes hot In a 35 oC environment the certain areas of the computer s back case are expected to reach 50 degrees Make sure the air vents are not blocked If the fan does not seem to be working at high temperature 50 degrees Celsius and up contact the service center Certain programs that are processor intensive may increase the computer temperature to a deg
43. puter does not operate normally FOR TNV CIRCUIT PARTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce th risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger e g 24 AWG UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord Cleaning the Ventilation Grills It is suggested that you clean the ventilation grills regularly to maintain optimal thermal regulation of the notebook To do this you may use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with appropriate head adapter to remove the dust buildup on the ventilation grills Chapter Summaries The following is a summary of the available chapters and appendices in this manual Chapter 1 Getting t
44. rd is properly plugged to the wall outlet and to the computer Check to see the power indicator of the computer is on Check to see if your keyboard is operational by pressing and holding any key Check for any incorrect or loose cable connections Make sure the latches on the connectors latch securely on to the receptor end Be sure you have not performed an incorrect setting on the hardware devices in the BIOS Setup utility A faulty setting may cause the system to misbehave If you are not sure of the changes you made try to restore all the settings to factory defaults Be sure all the device drivers are installed properly For example without the audio driver properly installed the speakers and microphone will not work If external devices such as USB camera scanner printer do not function correctly when connected to the system it is usually the device s own problem Consult the device s manufacturer first Some software programs which have not gone through rigorous coding and testing may cause problems during your routine use Consult the software vendor for problem solving Legacy peripheral are not plug and play capable You need to restart the system with these devices powered up and connected first Be sure to go to BIOS SETUP and load DEFAULT SETTING after BIOS re flash Be sure the Quick Key Lockout Switch on the bottom of the computer is not engaged otherwise the quick keys will not work Audio Problems No spe
45. ree where the computer automatically slows down its CPU clock to protect itself from thermal damage The program appears stopped or runs very slowly Press CTRL ALT DEL to see if an application is still responding Restart the computer This may be normal for Windows when it is processing other CPU intensive programs in the background or when the system is accessing slow speed devices such the floppy disk drive You may be running too many applications Try to close some applications or increase system memory for higher performance The processor may have been overheated due to the system s inability to regulate its internal heat Make sure the computer s ventilation grills are not blocked USB2 0 Problems The USB device does not work Windows NT 4 0 does not support USB protocols Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers Contact the device vendor for additional support APPENDIX A PRODUCT SPECIFICATION v Processor and Core Logic GM965 Merom Dual Core Processor T7700 2 4G T7500 2 2G T7300 2 0G FSB 800 MHz 4MB L2 Cache Merom Dual Core Processor T7100 1 8G FSB 800 MHz 2MB L2 Cache TDP 35W GL960 Intel Celeron M Processor 530 1 73GHz 540 1 86GHz 550 2 0GHz FSB 533 MHz 1MB L2 cache v System Memory GM965 DDR2 SDRAM 667 533MHz PC2 3200 4200 compatible 512MB 1024MB 1 8 Volt 64 bit bus Two 200 pin DIMM sockets Max 4 GB GL
46. s permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate Power Cord Requirement The power cord supplied with the AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area However if you travel to a different area and need to connect to a different outlet or voltage you should use one of the power cords listed below To purchase a power cord including one for a country not listed below
47. shows blinking green light 9 Silent Mode Button Pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage therefore the fan speed is reduced to achieve lowest operating noise When Silent Mode is enabled the Ge LED status indicator shows steady green light 10 Internet Explorer Quick Key Pressing the button launches Internet Explorer in Windows Front View 1 2 8 Warning Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook This may damage the display 1 Wireless On Off Switch Use the Switch to disable or enable the Wireless function When Wireless LAN function is enabled the LED status indicator shows steady green light 2 Microphone Audio Line in Jack The microphone Audio Line in jack 3 5 mm diameter is where you connect a microphone or an external audio input source such as a CD Player 3 Stereo Headphone The stereo headphone jack 3 5 mm diameter is where you connect the headphones or external speakers Alternatively damane Side Views Warning Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook This may damage the display 1 USB2 0 Port x3 The Universal Serial Bus USB2 0 compliant port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps This port conforms to the latest USB2 0 plug and play standards 2 Optical Drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key Hole If your computer comes with the Combo drive DVD Dual or Super Multi
48. skbar 2 Application Menu Key This key brings up the popup menu for the application similar to a click of the right mouse button Embedded Numeric Keypad Press Fn Num Lk to enable the embedded numeric keypad The numbers are printed in upper right corner of a key in a color different from the alphabets This key pad is complete with arithmetic operators Press Fn Num Lk to revert to normal character keys eee _ I ee EEE Mae ja Touch Pad The built in touch pad which is a PS 2 compatible pointing device senses movement on its surface As you move your fingertip on the surface of the pad the cursor responds accordingly The following items teach you how to use the touch pad 1 Move your finger across the touch pad to move the cursor 2 Press buttons to select or execute functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touch pad twice produces is similar to clicking the left button of a mouse Function Left Button Right Equivalent Tapping Action Button Execution Click twice Tap twice at the same quickly speed as double clicking the mouse button Selection _ Cickonee Tapone Drag Click and Tap twice quickly and on hold to the second tap hold finger drag the to the touch pad to drag the cursor cursor Access Context Menu Move One Page Up or Down Tips on Using the Touch Pad 1 The double cli
49. spend Modes 3 9 10 Power Button Action 3 11 Low Battery Warning 3 12 Power Manual Quick Access 3 13 4 TROUBLE SHOOTING2 First Step 5 2 3 Audio Problems 5 4 Hard Disk Problems 5 5 6 Optical Drive Problems 5 7 Display Problems 5 8 Keyboard and Mouse Problems 5 9 CMOS Battery Problems 5 10 Memory Problems 5 11 Modem Problems 5 12 Network Adapter Ethernet Problems 5 13 PC Card PCMCIA Problems 5 14 Performance Problems 5 15 USB2 0 Problems 5 16 APPENDIX A Product Specification APPENDIX B Agency Regulatory Notices Preface Using This Manual This User s Manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup troubleshooting and technical specifications of the notebook computer Symbols and Conventions The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual When keys are to be pressed at the same time a plus symbol is used For instance Fn F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time When a series of clicking actions is needed in Windows O S and gt symbols are used For instance Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Display means clicking the Start icon first then the Settings then the Control Panel then the Display icon When you need to make a selection with the touch pad or mouse you will be asked to select or click or double click right click the item Note Text in this format and symbol means specific i
50. tandby or Hibernate suspend modes The display is turned off to conserve energy in these modes The screen is difficult to read The display resolution should at least be set to at least1024x768 for optimal viewing 1 Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Display icon 2 Under the Settings page set screen resolution to at least 1024x800 and choose at least 256 colors The screen flickers It is normal if the display flickers a few times during shutting down or powering up Keyboard and Mouse Problems The built in touch pad performs erratically Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad Keep the surface of the touch pad clean and dry Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touch pad while typing or using the touch pad The built in keyboard accepts no input If you are connecting an external keyboard to the system the built in keyboard may not work Try restarting the system The characters on the screen repeat while I type You may be holding the keys down too long while you re typing Keep the keyboard clean Dust and dirt under the keys could cause them to stick Configure the keyboard to wait longer before the auto repeat feature starts To adjust this feature Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Keyboard icon A dialogue box shows up with the adjustable settings for the keyboard
51. the Advanced tab In the pull down menu select how you wish the power button to work as Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate Select the power saving sellings you want to use Option F Always show icon on the taskbar F Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby Power 2uttons When I close the lid of my portable computer Stand by When press the power button on my computer Stand by Do nothing Aak mo what to do Note Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different Warning In the When I close the lid of my portable computer pull down menu DO NOT select Do nothing otherwise the system will still run at high speed while the processor s fan grill is fully blocked by the closed LCD panel The heat will damage the LCD panel Low Battery Warning You can define when and how the system warns you of its battery low condition Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box If you wish to hear audible beeps click on the Alarm Action button and put a check on Sound Alarm Power Options Properties om Power Schemes Ala ms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate j i J Low battery alarm I Activate low battery alarm when power level reaches 0 I ee e Action No action Run Program None Critical battery alarm V Activate critical battery alarm when power level reaches x J Alarm Action Notiicatin Text
52. ties Start gt Control Panel gt Power Options Exit Setup an hash a as Be a Bin Item Selections Sub menu Description Saves After you have completed the BIOS Changes settings select this item to save all and Exit settings exit BIOS Setup utility and reboot New system settings will take effect on next power up F10 key can be used for this operation Discard Changes Optimal Defaults _ CHAPTER V THREE BATTERY POWER amp POWER MANAGEMENT In this chapter you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use it to achieve longer battery life IN this chapter you will learn how to operate your notebook on battery power how to handle and maintain the battery pack and learn about the system s power saving features TFT display central processor hard disk drive are the major hardware subsystems that consume the most power Power management deals how these key components should behave to conserve power For example you can have the system turn off its display after 2 minutes of inactivity to save power Efficient power management can help you work longer sessions before having to recharge the battery The Battery Pack Lithium lon Battery Your notebook uses a four cell or six cell Lithium lon battery pack that provides power when you don t have access to an AC outlet Note It is necessary that you charge the battery pack for at least 6 hours before usin
53. tion The life expectancy of the battery is approximately 300 recharges See the notices section in the beginning of the user manual on how to care for the battery pack Note Read Section Protecting Your Notebook in the beginning of this manual for tips about how to maintain the battery pack Note To achieve optimal battery performance you may need to do a battery calibration at a 3 month interval To do this 1 Fully charge the battery 2 Then discharge the battery by entering the BIOS setup screen Press F2 key as soon as you turn on the computer And let it remain at the setup screen until the battery runs out 3 Fully charge the battery again Using Windows Power Options Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features In the Windows Power Options Properties Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options dialogue box you may enter time out values for display and hard disk drive Windows power manager saves power by turning off hard drive after 1 minute of inactivity for example Windows Power Schemes The power management control panel in Windows XP known as Power Schemes is designed to provide the user with an easy to use interface The Power Schemes tab can be found in the Power Options Properties panel that is accessible via the control panel window Schemes are easy to understand based on notebook usage scenarios and control not only processor power usage but other system peripherals
54. ttached change to suspend mode when not in use Opening and Closing the Display Panel To open the display push the LCD latch to the right and lift up the lid Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position To close the display cover fold it down gently Warning To avoid damaging the display do not slam it when closing Do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed Audio Subsystem Your computer s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro compatible Adjusting the Volume Manually To increase the volume press Fn F5 To decrease the volume press Fn F6 Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1 Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows 2 Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume 3 To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting click Mute Voice Recording A built in microphone allows you to record sound You will need to use audio processing software to enable the built in microphone For example you may use Microsoft Sound Recorder Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V 92 internal fax modem and a phone jack RJ 11 which is located on the left side of your computer Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the rear side of the computer For EMI compliance you need to clip the included EMI CORE to the phone line
55. w basic processor and system memory information Type in the current date in MM DD YY format Advanced Setup Item Selections Description N Sub menu Hard Disk Primary IDE Master Primary Master is where BIOS tries to boot from first The primary master controls the hard drive Secondary IDE Master Note The sub menu is not selectable Press enter to view information of the storage device Item Selections I Description i Sub menu LCD Auto DIMM Function Enable Disable Enable The system automatically reduces the LCD brightness when AC power is removed to save power Disable The LCD brightness remains the same whether or not AC power is present Boot Setup Boot Settings Configuration Selections Sub menu Disabled Enabled en in er a nn Description Boot i Item Selections Description i Sub menu i Disabled 1st Removable Set the type of device for the 1st Boot Dev drive BIOS attempts to boot from If Device CD DVD Realtek Boot Agent is selected i Hard Drive system will attempt to load boot l Realtek Boot sector from the Ethernet port i Agent Set the Boot type of l Device device for the 2nd drive BIOS attempts t boot from Set the 3rd Sera ere RO Boot type of Device device for the 3rd drive BIOS attempts to boot from
56. y socket Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket Notch 7 Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place Note Notice the notch on the DIMM The notches should fit nicely with the socket 8 Put the System Device Cover back and tighten 9 Screw A s S i Battery pack removed To install the DIMM under the keyboard do the following 1 Remove Screw D 2 Find the keyboard latches near the edges of the keyboard The latch is spring loaded It will retract when pressed and revert back to its original position when released Use a small blade to press the latch inward The keyboard tray should pop up slightly over the latch If the keyboard tray does not pop up try to gently lift it up slightly above the latch Repeat this step for the other keyboard latches 3 Carefully lift up the top edge and position the keyboard out of the way and the following is revealed Locate and remove 2 Screw E s on the Metal Cover P9 PY PI PIPIRI P PUPTPIEVPIED P FF ETEY PF pY pI ES PS P PS PS PS P 4 If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30 degree see diagram below Pull the DIMM module out of the memory socket Store away the DIMM for the future use UL 5 Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket
57. ze of 0 03 square inches The minimum specification for the flexible cord for Class II product are 1 2X0 75 mm conductors 2 2 conductor cord The cord set must have a current capacity of at least 10 A and a nominal voltage rating of 125 250 VAC CAUTION MODEL L41llx IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE FLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY Manufacture LI SHIN INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE CORP Model 0335C2065 65W Manufacture EPSF Model 10652 A 65W Telephone lines requirement The appropriate utilization of 26AWG telephone line cord on unit CAUTION Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Battery Pack Safety The battery pack is intended to use only with this notebook Do not disassemble the pack Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water To avoid risk of fire burns or damage to your battery pack do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care If you come in contact with the electrolyte wash the exposed area with soap and water If it contacts the eye flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 113 C F To obtain a replacement battery contact your local dealer Do not expose the battery

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