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1. or Tap gently anywhere on the pad Double click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession Tap twice on the pad rapidly Drag and Press and hold the left button then move your finger until drop you reach your destination drag Finally release the button drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location or Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad Then move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the selected object will drop into place Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen To move vertically place your finger on the right or left edge of the pad and slide your finger up and down along the edge To move horizontally place your finger on the top or bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right This function works only after you install the touchpad driver supplied with the computer and it may not work for all applications TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid Operating Your Computer 2 9 Configuring the Touchpad You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs For example if you are a left
2. in Chapter 4 for more information Operating Your Computer 2 13 Using the Audio Features NOTE e To take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities the audio driver supplied with your computer must be installed e f you experience interference while recording try lowering the microphone recording volume The audio subsystem of your computer features e Built in sound system for recording and playing sound on your computer e Azalia interface high density audio codec e Set of speakers e Built in microphone e External audio connectors and e Subwoofer on the bottom Operating Your Computer 2 14 Ways of playing and recording sound vary with the operating system used See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices NOTE After connecting an external audio device make sure that you specify the use of the correct audio device in Windows a e Headphone Connector Q can be connected to speakers headphones or earphone set X e Microphone Connector can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound e S PDIF Connector S PDIF can be connected to the line in connector of S PDIF Sony Philips Digital InterFace compliant as well as ordinary powered speakers with built in amplifiers
3. If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure that computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Place the computer upside down 3 Slide the battery security lock outward to the unlock position 0 4 Slide the battery release lever outward to the unlock S position and while holding it in the unlock position remove the battery pack off the computer Managing Power 3 5 5 Fit another battery pack into place and slide the battery security lock to the lock position j oO Battery Low Signals and Actions The battery icon A changes appearance to indicate the current state of the battery patlery Battery Level Description Icon y p Discharging The icon shows the charge remaining in 10 percent increments until the charge reaches the low battery level EN Low The battery charge has reached the low battery level E Critically low The battery charge has reached the critical battery level By default Windows will display a notification and put your computer into Hibernation To know the default percentage value see Windows Help Managing Power 3 6 When the battery is low the computer s Battery Charge Indicator TE also
4. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on the computer 2 Press the cover tray and pull it out 3 Slide the ExpressCard with its label facing up all the way into the slot until the rear connectors click into place S 02 4 When a new card is seated the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process Expanding Your Computer 4 10 To remove an ExpressCard 1 Double click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen 2 Select highlight the ExpressCard from the list to disable the card 3 Push the ExpressCard slightly to release the card 4 Pull the card out of the slot Expanding Your Computer 4 11 Using the Card Reader NOTE e To take advantage of the Card Reader the Card Reader driver supplied with your computer must be installed e If your hard disk is divided into several drives make sure that all drives have been formatted before using the Card Reader Otherwise you may encounter problems when using the Card Reader e You can use only storage cards Your Card Reader does not support cards with 1 0 input output functions such as a wireless network card or Bluetooth card Your computer has a Card Reader The Card Reader is a small drive for reading from and writing to removable storage cards or called memory cards The Card Reader supp
5. If the card requires an IRQ Interrupt ReQuest make sure that there is one available The ExpressCard stops communicating properly The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Sleep mode Exit and restart the application Hardware Device Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed device The device may not be correctly configured in the BIOS Setup program Run the BIOS Setup program to identify the new type Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed Refer to the documentation that came with the device Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device Check the cables or power cords for correct connections For an external device that has its own power switch make sure that the power is turned on Hard Disk Drive Problems The hard disk drive error message appears on the screen The hard disk drive has defects Ask your dealer for help The hard disk drive operations seem slow The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files Troubleshooting 8 6 The hard disk drive in use indicator glows without blinking e The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems The keyboard does
6. Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is correct You have moved out of range of the network Turn off power management Power Management Problems The computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode automatically If you have a connection to another computer the computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode if the connection is actively in use Make sure that the Sleep or Hibernation time out is enabled Troubleshooting 8 9 The computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode immediately e Ifthe computer is performing an operation it normally waits for the operation to finish The computer does not resume from Sleep or Hibernation mode e The computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernation mode when the battery pack is empty Do any one of the following Connect the AC adapter to the computer Replace the empty battery pack with a fully charged one The computer does not enter Hibernation mode with the Fn F12 hot keys e Make sure that the Hibernation function is specified for the sleep button e You might be using an ExpressCard that prevents the computer from entering Hibernation mode To enter the mode stop the communication program and then remove the card or stop the card Software Problems An application program does not work correctly e Make sure that the software
7. Thin Film Transistor color LCD display with 1680x945 pixel resolution 16 9 Simultaneous display on LCD and external display which is useful when you have a presentation as you can control the screen from your computer and face the audience at the same time Multi display capability which allows you to expand your desktop on the screen to another display device so that you have more desktop space to work on Power Management NOTE Before using the multi display capability or taking advantage of the enhanced video capabilities the video driver supplied with your computer must be installed The computer enters the Sleep or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed If you want to use the computer with the LCD closed set Do Nothing to the When Close the lid option in the Power Options gt System Settings Properties Thus the computer does not enter the Sleep or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed Configuring the Display Modes NOTE When using an external CRT monitor the resolution depends on the CRT monitor s supported resolution Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before shipment You can view and change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information For displaying in higher resolutions you can connect an external monitor that supports higher resolutions See Connecting an External Monitor
8. settings and transfer files Connecting to Another Bluetooth Device 1 Make sure that the target Bluetooth device is turned on discoverable and within close range See the documentation that came with the Bluetooth device Operating Your Computer 2 21 2 Double click the amp icon then click on New Connection or click on Bluetooth then Add New Connection Or right click the amp icon and then click on Add New Connection View _Help Add New Connection Bluetooth Connect Disconnect Detail Bluetooth Settings Delete Bluetooth Information Exchanger Create Shortcut on Desktop TERRESTRE Remote Camera Rename Change Icon Add New Connection Options Options Disable Bluetooth Radio Exit Help About Exit 3 The Add New Connection Wizard window appears Select Express Mode Recommended then click on Next Add New Connection Wizard This wizard will create the settings for Bluetooth device connection Please ensure your Bluetooth devices are on and set to discoverable Express Mode Recommended 1 Custom Mode This allows you to set the details for the connection Operating Your Computer 2 22 4 Select the device to connect to and click on Next Add New Connection Wizard Please choose the Bluetooth device you wish to use Bluetooth device Device Name SETEr 5 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device that you want to connect to you will need
9. blinks to alert you to take actions Always respond to low battery by connecting the AC adapter placing your computer in Hibernation mode or turning off the computer Managing Power 3 7 Power Management Your computer supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface for power management The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving With an ACPI compliant operating system such as Windows power supply to different computer components is controlled on an as needed basis This allows maximum power conservation and performance at the same time In general Windows power management works in this way What When Power to the hard disk is turned off Power to the display is turned off The computer enters the Sleep mode The hard disk and display are turned off and the entire system consumes less power The computer enters the Hibernation mode See the next subsection for more information When the hard disk has been idle for a set period When the display has been idle for a set period When the entire system has been idle for a set period When you press the Fn F12 hot key When you close the cover When you press the power button When the entire system has been idle for a set period When you press the Fn F12 hot key When you close the cover When you press the power button Depends on your settings in Windows F
10. conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Radio Frequency Interference Requirements and SAR The FCC with its action in ET Docket 93 62 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment The wireless LAN module meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits The following safety precautions should be observed e Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting e Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged Use in specific environments e The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments e The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA Regulatory Information B 5 e The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital Antenna use e In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits low gain integrate
11. handed user you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vice versa You can also change the size of the on screen pointer the speed of the pointer and so on To configure the touchpad go to Control Panel gt Hardware and Sounds gt Mouse Properties However you can install the pointing device driver supplied with your computer to take advantage of more powerful features Operating Your Computer 2 10 Using the DVD Drive Your computer comes with a DVD drive usually configured as drive D The Super Multi drive can work as a DVD ROM drive for reading DVD Digital Versatile Disc discs in addition to CDs audio CDs and CD R RW discs and CD RW drive can also write to DVD R RW R RW and DVD RAM discs CAUTION e When inserting a disc do not use force e Make sure that the disc is correctly inserted into the tray and then close the tray e Do not leave the DVD tray open Also avoid touching the lens in the tray with your hand If the lens becomes dirty the DVD drive may malfunction e Do not wipe the lens using materials with rough surface such as paper towel Instead use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser based devices Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure NOTE The DVD drive is classified as a
12. headphones or earphone set S PDIF is a new audio transfer file format that ensures a high quality digital audio output through optical fibers Operating Your Computer 2 15 NOTE e The S PDIF connector is classified as a Class 1 laser product e When using the external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one Connecting a 6 channel Speaker System Your computer can connect a 5 1 6 channel speaker system for ultimate surround sound effect You need to set the proper speaker configuration of the computer for your speaker system 1 Double click the Sound Effect Fa icon on the task bar 2 Click the Speakers tab 3 Select 5 1 Speaker on the Speaker Configuration item Realtek HD Audio Manage B Speakers n Digital Output z Microphone FV Main Volume ee 2 g E Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Room Correction Default Format Speaker Configuration Optional Speakers J Center WY Subwoofer J Side pair Rear pair Full range Speakers J Front left and right J Surround speakers Swap Center Subwoofer Output Enable Bass Management AZ REALTEK Operating Your Computer 2 16 4 Click OK 5 Connect the speaker system to the computer properly Audio Connector 6 channel Mode Connection Headphone connector Q Connects to the front speakers Microphone connector A Connects to the rear speakers S PDIF Connector
13. infringement of local law and may be punished as such Regulatory Information B 9 The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area However authorization for use is further restricted in particular countries or regions within countries as follows General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW Effective Isotropic Radiated Power EIRP and the frequency range 2400 2483 5 MHz Belgium and the Netherlands In Belgium and the Netherlands the product may not be used outdoors See the instructions next under the heading Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio France Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used Indoors Only The wireless LAN module can currently be used indoors only in the following 38 departments of mainland France Please turn off your wireless LAN radio when operating the device in areas places other than the 38 departments listed 01 Ain Orientales 36 Indre 66 Pyr n es 02 Aisne 37 Indre et Loire 67 Bas Rhin 03 Allier 41 Loir et Cher 68 Haut Rhin 05 Hautes Alpes 42 Loire 70 Haute Sa ne 08 Ardennes 45 Loiret 71 Sa ne et Loire 09 Ari ge 50 Manche 75 Paris 11 Aude 55 Meuse 82 Tarn et Garonne 12 Aveyron 58 Ni vre 84 Vaucluse 16 Charente 59 Nord 88 Vosges 24 Dordogne 60 Oise 89 Yonne 25 Doubs 61 Orne 90 Territoi
14. is correctly installed e Ifan error message appears on the screen consult the software program s documentation for further information e If you are sure the operation has stop reset the computer See Resetting the Computer later in this chapter Sound Problems No sound is produced e Make sure that the volume control is not set too low e Make sure that the audio driver is correctly installed Troubleshooting 8 10 Make sure that the computer is not in Sleep mode If using an external speaker make sure that the speaker is properly connected Distorted sound is produced Make sure that the volume control is not set too high or too low In most cases a high setting can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound The sound system does not record Adjust the playback or recording sound levels The external microphone or audio device does not work Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector on the computer Make sure that your computer is equipped with the driver needed Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond and the Power Indicator does not light If you are using an external AC power make sure that the AC adapter is correctly and securely connected If so make sure that the electrical outlet works properly If y
15. not respond e Try connecting an external keyboard If it works contact an authorized dealer as the internal keyboard cable might be loose The numeric keypad is disabled e Make sure that the Num Lock is switched on Check if the Num Lock a Indicator 1 glows or not The external keyboard does not work e Make sure that the keyboard cable is properly connected The USB mouse does not work e Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected The touchpad does not work or the pointer is difficult to control with the touchpad e Make sure that the pointing device driver is correctly installed e Make sure that the touchpad is clean LAN Problems I cannot access the network e Make sure that the Ethernet driver is correctly installed e Make sure that the LAN cable is properly connected to the RJ 45 connector and the network hub e Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Troubleshooting 8 7 Make sure that the user name or password is correct WLAN Problems I cannot use the WLAN feature Make sure that the mini PCI E WLAN card is correctly installed Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Transmission quality is poor Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point or another WLAN device it is associated with Check if there is high interference around the enviro
16. to enter the pertinent information Sending a File 1 Right click the amp icon and then click Wireless File Transfer Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Information Exchanger Wireless File Transfer Remote Camera Add New Connection Options Disable Bluetooth Radio Help About Exit Operating Your Computer 2 23 2 The following screen appears Wireless File Transfer Jasper Lin EF Bluetooth Nokia 7610 Bluetooth SL7370 Bluetooth 3 In the Wireless File Transfer window click Add to browse for the file to send The file s will show on the File Folder window 4 Click the target device from the Transfer enabled device window and then click Send to start the transfer procedure Operating Your Computer 2 24 For detailed information on using the Bluetooth Utility see the Bluetooth Utility Help on your computer by clicking on Help then Help Operating Your Computer 2 25 CHAPTER 3 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power To maintain optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way The topics in this chapter include What is an AC adapter How to charge the battery pack When and how to initialize the battery pack How to check the battery level How to replace the battery pack What happens when the battery is low and what a
17. using it If you have an ExpressCard installed remove it when not in use Some ExpressCards drain power even while they are inactive Turn off the wireless radio frequency if you are not using it Turn off the computer when you are not using it Managing Power 3 10 CHAPTER 4 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices When using a device be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devices External monitor USB device eSATA device ExpressCard MMC SD MS MS PRO card Expanding Your Computer 4 1 Connecting an External Monitor NOTE Make sure that the video driver is installed correctly see chapter 6 for details If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connect an external CRT monitor or LCD monitor to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 Plug the monitor s signal connector to the computer s VGA HDMI connector o or NOTE Your computer allows you to only use either VGA or HDMI display one at a time not simultaneously 3 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet 4 To use the monitor turn on
18. you to select the mode of the serial ATA device Using BIOS Setup 5 6 Security Menu The Security menu contains the security settings which safeguard your system against unauthorized use Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Supervisor User Password Is shows whether you have set the supervisor user password or not for the system Set Supervisor User Password sets the supervisor user password When typing the password first make sure that Num Lock is off and then type the password in the entry fields and press Enter Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing Enter You can set the supervisor user password to be required for starting up the system and or entering BIOS SETUP NOTE e You can set the user password only when the supervisor password has been set e If both the administrator and user passwords are set you can enter any of them for starting up the system and or entering BIOS SETUP However the user password only allows you to view change the settings of certain items Password on Boot allows you to enable or disable the entering of password for booting up your system Once the password is successfully set and this item is enabled it is required for booting up the system Using BIOS Setup 5 7 Boot Menu The Boot menu sets the sequence of the devices to be searched for the operating system EV CNEL mele isa Boot Boot priority order Item Specific Hel
19. Class 1 laser product This label is located on the DVD drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 NOTE For DVD and Combo drives only This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method Claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Inserting and Removing a Disc Follow this procedure to insert or remove a disc 1 Turn on the computer Operating Your Computer 2 11 2 Press the eject button and the DVD tray will slide out partially Gently pull on it until it is fully extended 3 To insert a disc place down the disc in the tray with its label facing up Slightly press the center of the disc until it clicks into place Eject button To remove a disc hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive NOTE In the unlikely event that you are unable to release the DVD tray by pressing the eject button you can manually release the disc See DVD Drive Problems in Chapter 8 Operating Your Computer 2 12 Using the Video Features The video subsystem of your computer features 18 4 inch TFT
20. S PDIF Connects to the center and subwoofer speakers Operating Your Computer 2 17 Using the Communication Features Using the LAN NOTE To take advantage of the LAN feature the Ethernet driver supplied with your computer must be installed The internal 10 100 1000Base T LAN Local Area Network module allows you to connect your computer to a network It supports data transfer rate up to 1000 Mbps To connect the network cable to the LAN module connect one end of the LAN cable to the RJ 45 connector on the computer and the other end to the network hub i Using the Wireless LAN Depending on your model an internal mini PCI E wireless LAN WLAN card may have been pre installed by your computer manufacturer at the factory This card allows you to access corporate networks or the Internet in a wireless environment The WLAN features include e Peer to Peer Ad Hoc and Access Point Infrastructure modes support e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy 64 128 bit data encryption e IEEE 802 11b g n standard compliance Operating Your Computer 2 18 Stated Maximum Technology Throughput Data Rates Band GHz Modulation Technology Mbps Mbps 802 11b 11 11 5 5 2 1 2 412 2 462 DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum 802 11g 54 54 36 18 2 4 OFDM Orthogonal Frequency 9 Division Multiplexing 802 11n 100 or more 100 210 2 4 5 Spatial multiplexing uses MIMO multiple input multiple output To take advantage
21. User s Manual March 2010 TRADEMARKS The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies NOTE The information in this manual is subject to change without notice Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 1 Getting the Computer Running 0 ee eee eeeeeeeecereceeeneeees 1 2 Umpackin rituels desert 1 2 Connecting to AC Power o0 cee eeceeeeeseeeneeeneeenseenaeenaeees 1 2 Opening the Cover recive wenita tiene ae suture 1 4 Turning On and Off the Computer 1 4 Taking a Look at the Computer 1 6 Right Side Components 0 0 0 0 ec eeeeeeeeeseeeneeeneeeneeeeseeeaeees 1 6 Left Side Components 000 0 eee eeeeeeeeeseeereeeneeenaeeeaeenaeees 1 7 Bottom Components 1 8 Top open Component 1 9 Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer 2 1 Starting and Stopping the Computer oo eee eeeeeereeeeeeee 2 2 Starting the Computer ee eee eeeecsseceneceneceseeeseeeeeeeees 2 2 Stopping the Computer 20 0 0 ececeesseceeneeeeteeeenaeeeeaeecees 2 2 Using the Multimedia Buttons 0 eee eee eseeceeceeeeeeees 2 4 Using the Keyboard 2 5 HOt Keys sisi nent eases 2 6 Using the Touchpad sesonon eeii reirei 2 8 Configuring the Touchpad sseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseerereeresree 2 10 Using the DVD Diyene eii 2 11 Inserting and Removing a Disc 2 11 Using th
22. When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord NOTE When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 Getting Started 1 3 Opening the Cover CAUTION Be gentle when opening and closing the cover Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Open the top cover by lifting up the cover You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1 Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power Getting Started 1 4 2 Press the power button 3 Each time the computer is turned on it performs a Power On Self Test POST and the operating system such as Windows should start Turning Off To turn off the computer power use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left off when you next turn on the computer See Stopping the Computer in Chapter 2 for information CAUTION If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off wait for at least five seconds Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it Getting S
23. brikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner SWEDISH VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anv nd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion FINNISH VAROITUS Paristo voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti Regulatory Information B 3 ENGLISH CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer Discard used batteries according to manufacturer s instructions DEUTSCH VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem Bem Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich wertigen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers FRENCH ATTENTION II y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du m me type ou d un type quivalent recommand par le constructeur Mettre au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant Attention for USA Users The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws
24. ctions to take What is Power Management How to save power Managing Power 3 1 AC Adapter CAUTION e The AC adapter is designed for use with your computer only Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter e The AC power cord supplied with your computer is for use in the country where you purchased your computer If you plan to go overseas with the computer consult your dealer for the appropriate power cord e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC Alternating Current to DC Direct Current power because your computer runs on DC power but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC power The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100 240 V AC Managing Power 3 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer It is rechargeable using the AC adapter The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer When your applications often access peripherals you will experience a shorter operating time NOTE Care and maintenance information for the battery is provided in the Battery Pack Guidelines section in Cha
25. d antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm 8 inches or more from the body of all persons e High gain wall mount or mast mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 30 cm 12 inches or more from the body of all persons Please contact your professional installer VAR or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements Explosive Device Proximity Warning WARNING Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Antenna Warning WARNING To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits it is recommended that the antenna for this device be installed so as to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches from all persons and that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm 8 inches Use on Aircraft Caution CAUTION Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Regulatory Information B 6 EMC Requirements This device uses generates and radiates radio frequency energy The radio frequency e
26. des more detailed information when a menu item is highlighted e The bottom of the menu provides keyboard instructions for moving around and making selections When a menu item is highlighted Using BIOS Setup 5 3 Moving Around and Making Selections You must go through two or three levels to complete the setting for an item In most cases there are three levels menu title pull down menu and submenu Use the keyboard to move around and make selections Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function lt Selects a menu title T Selects an item or option Enter 1 Brings up the sub menu when available 2 Opens or closes the option window when an item is selected Esc 1 Exits BIOS Setup Utility 2 Closes the option window if one is open F9 Loads setup defaults F10 Saves and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Using BIOS Setup 5 4 Main Menu The Main menu contains the system date and time settings as well as shows the basic configuration of the system Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time 16 System Time sets the system time System Date sets the system date Using BIOS Setup 5 5 Advanced Menu The Advanced menu contains various system settings Main Security Boot Exit USB BIOS Legacy Support USB BIOS Legacy Support allows you to enable support for Legacy USB device in DOS mode SATAO Mode allows
27. disc Troubleshooting 8 4 Display Problems Nothing appears on the screen During operation the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management Press any key to see if the screen comes back The brightness level might be too low Increase brightness by pressing the Fn F7 hot key The display output might be set to an external device To switch the display back to the LCD press the Fn F5 hot key or change the display through the Display Settings Properties of Windows The characters on the screen are dim Adjust the brightness and or contrast Bad dots appear on the display at all times A small number of missing discolored or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology It is not regarded as a LCD defect The external monitor displays nothing Make sure that the monitor is turned on Make sure that the monitor s signal cable is properly connected Switch the display to the monitor by pressing the Fn F5 hot key or change the display through the Display Settings Properties of Windows Simultaneous display multi display does not work Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the computer Press the Fn F5 hot key to toggle through the display options or change the Display Settings Properties of Windows Troubleshooting 8 5 ExpressCard Problems The ExpressCard does not work Make sure that the ExpressCard is correctly seated
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29. e the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery charger e Hand carry the computer Do not check it in as luggage e If you need to leave the computer in the car put it in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat e When going through airport security it is recommended that you send the computer and flash disks through the X ray machine the device you set your bags on Avoid the magnetic detector the device you walk through or the magnetic wand the handheld device used by security personnel e Ifyou plan to travel abroad with your computer consult your dealer for the appropriate AC power cord for use in your country of destination Caring for the Computer 7 6 CHAPTER Troubleshooting Computer problems can be caused by hardware software or both When you encounter any problem it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems It is divided into three sections e Preliminary checklist e Solving common problems e Resetting the computer Troubleshooting 8 1 Preliminary Checklist Here are helpful hints to follow before you take further actions when you encounter any problem Try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer If an external device has a problem make sure that the cable conn
30. ections are correct and secure Make sure that the configuration information is properly set in the BIOS Setup program Make sure that all the device drivers are correctly installed Make notes of your observations Are there any messages on the screen Do any indicators light Do you hear any beeps Detailed descriptions are useful to the service personnel when you need to consult one for assistance If any problem persists after you follow the instructions in this chapter contact an authorized dealer for help Troubleshooting 8 2 Solving Common Problems Battery Problems The battery does not charge Battery Charge indicator does not light e Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected e Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature e Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly e Make sure that the battery terminals are clean The operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter e If you often partially recharge and discharge the battery might not be charged to its full potential Initialize the battery to solve the problem See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time e The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer If the ac
31. eeneees 8 6 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems 8 7 LAN Problems orcum eenia derma rele ieee 8 7 WEAN Problems sie eeen ennenen 8 8 Power Management Problems 8 9 Software Problems siere eein enp 8 10 Sound Problems ir ssh its td 8 10 iij Startup Problems niinc a n a Re i E 8 11 Other Probles e nici nese Ninian de 8 12 Resetting the Computer 8 13 Appendix A Specifications cccsscesssseeessteeessneeessnenens A 1 Appendix B Regulatory Information eeeeeeeeeeees B 1 On the Use of the System B 2 Class B Regulations s nonoo eiernes doae sirens i B 2 Safety NOUCES Herrera Rien end tss B 3 On the Use of the RF Device B 5 USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices B 5 European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices B 8 CHAPTER 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing this multimedia enhanced computer Your computer incorporates desktop computer and multimedia enhanced capabilities into a notebook sized package It can greatly enhance your productivity either in the office or at home And of course wherever you need it the computer is ready and easy to go This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running You will find instructions for these procedures Unpacking Connecting to AC power Opening the cover Turning on the computer Turning off the computer Then you will find a section briefly in
32. eeseereeeeee 5 2 When to User eist oergiet iibcadestessceetbth esterase 2 5 2 Starting BIOS Setup ss eaiieatiul aeaneehisieenies 5 2 Moving Around and Making Selections 0 eee 5 4 Main Menus tte nn finies 5 5 Advanced M nu 5 senidnnininenennntt ns 5 6 Security Mens mnt raie 5 7 Bot Men icccesksedccatsaeccctbed desde dated EEE e EEEE EtA 5 8 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Exit Meninin a et A SR NEA REA 5 9 Installing Software Drivers 6 1 How to Use the Driver Disc 6 2 Install Driver ae anoeie e EEA E 6 3 Caring for the Compute eeeeeeeeeeeeeees 7 1 Protecting the Computer 7 2 Using an Anti Virus Strategy 7 2 Using Action Center 7 2 Using the Password 7 2 Using the Cable Lock 7 3 Taking Care of the Computer 7 4 Location Guidelines 7 4 General Guidelines 7 4 Cleaning Guidelines ipisna sn 7 5 Battery Pack Guidelines 7 5 When Traveling orco cenn enen nimes 7 6 Troubleshooting 8 1 Preliminary Checklist 8 2 Solving Common Problems 8 3 Battery Problems than hihi 8 3 Bluetooth Wireless Problems 8 3 DVD Drive Problem is fei cceinien tees sainte 8 4 Display Problems nain nn 8 5 ExpressCard Problems 8 6 Hardware Device Problems 8 6 Hard Disk Drive Problems 0 eeeescesseeeseeenseeee
33. er allows you to use the computer s internal mini PCI E WLAN card s network function NOTE This icon would not appear if the mini PCI E WLAN card is not installed Bluetooth Driver Installs the Bluetooth driver and application program that allows you to use the Bluetooth wireless feature Acrobat Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader program if you do not have it on your computer You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open the manual file supplied on this driver disc User s Manual Allows you to view the User s Manual Exit at the top right Closes the installation wizard comer of the screen Installing Software Drivers 6 3 CHAPTER 7 Caring for the Computer Taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance How to protect the computer What to note when using and storing the computer How to clean the computer What to note when using the battery pack What to note when traveling with the computer Caring for the Computer 7 1 Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section Using an Anti Virus Strategy You can install a virus detecting program to monitor potential viruses that could damage your files Using Action Center Action Center o
34. essing data Periodically check the hard disk drive in use indicator if it flashes irregularly the program may be accessing data and preventing you from using the keyboard If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use the restart function of the operating system reset the computer Reset the computer by any one of these methods e Press Ctrl Alt Del e Ifthe above action does not work turn off the computer Wait for at least five seconds and turn it on again CAUTION Resetting will cause any unsaved data to be lost Troubleshooting 8 13 APPENDIX A Specifications NOTE Specifications are subject to change without any prior notice CPU Specifications Mobile Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 processor Thermal specifications 35 W Chipset Intel PM 55 ROM BIOS 2 MB Flash EEPROM Memory System Up to 4 GB DDRIII 1066 MHz SO DIMM Display Panel 18 4 inch TFT LCD resolution up to 1680x945 1920x1080 pixel 16 9 Video controller ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5165 Video ports VGA port HDMI port Keyboard Audio subsystem Azalia interface 5 1 channel analog output Audio ports Three audio ports for Headphone Mic in S PDIF Speakers 2 x 2 5 Watt stereo Subwoofer 3 Watt Microphone Internal Standard keys numeric keypad 12 function keys a special Fn Function key and Windows keys Multimedia butt
35. external hard drive or optical drive Connector Can also connect a USB device such as a flash 4 7 eSATA disk printer digital camera joystick and more USB Ports gt Each of the two ports connects a USB device P 4 7 such as a flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more Card Reader Accepts a MultiMediaCard MMC Secure P 4 12 Digital SD Memory Stick MS or Memory Stick PRO MS PRO card for removable storage media ExpressCard 54 Accepts an ExpressCard 34 or P 4 8 Slot ExpressCard 54 for additional functions Getting Started 1 7 Bottom Components Ref Component Description See Also Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when P 3 3 external power is not connected Subwoofer Sends out the low frequency sound from the P 2 14 computer Bluetooth Card Slot Inside is the slot for using an optional P 2 18 option Bluetooth wireless card CPU Socket Inside is the CPU of your computer Memory Slot Inside are the memory slots for expanding the memory size of your computer Wireless LAN Inside is the mini PCI E slot for using a P 2 18 WLAN Card Slot mini PCI E WLAN card standard or half size Hard Disk Drive Inside is the hard disk drive Compartment Getting Started Top open Components Ref Component Description See Also CMOS Camera Allows you to use your computer s camera Lens function NOTE Availability depends on your model LCD Screen Disp
36. f Windows 7 alerts you to take action on the following security essentials e Windows Firewall e Windows Update e Malware Protection anti virus anti spyware e Others Internet security user account control For detailed information see Windows Help Using the Password The power on password protects your computer against unauthorized use If the password is set the prompt requesting for the password appears on the screen whenever the computer is turned on The password is set via the BIOS Setup program See Security Menu in Chapter 5 for instructions Caring for the Computer 7 2 Using the Cable Lock You can use a Kensington type cable lock to protect your computer against theft The cable lock is available in most computer stores To use the lock loop the lock cable around a stationary object such as a table Insert the lock to the Kensington lock hole and turn the key to secure the lock Store the key in a safe place Caring for the Computer 7 3 Taking Care of the Computer Location Guidelines Use the computer where the temperature is between 10 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity extreme temperatures mechanical vibration direct sunlight or heavy dust Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer For example do not place the computer on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Otherwise overheating may occu
37. fic functions The Q Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software specific functions when used in combination with other keys The B Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click See your Windows manual for more information Operating Your Computer 2 7 Using the Touchpad CAUTION Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad Doing so may damage the touchpad surface NOTE For optimal performance of the touchpad keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry When tapping on the pad tap lightly Do not use excessive force The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and a left and right buttons To use the touchpad place your forefinger or thumb on the pad The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display As you slide your fingertip across the pad the pointer also called cursor on the screen moves accordingly When your finger reaches the edge of the pad simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad Operating Your Computer 2 8 Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen Click Press and release the left button
38. for USB 1 1 devices and 480 MB s for USB 2 0 devices To connect a USB device simply plug the device cable to one of the USB ports Expanding Your Computer 4 7 Connecting an eSATA Device Your computer has an eSATA USB Combo port for connecting eSATA devices such as an external hard drive and external optical drive USB devices see previous section The eSATA port supports transfer rates up to almost 120 MB s To connect an external eSATA device simply plug the device cable to the eSATA port S Expanding Your Computer 4 8 Using ExpressCards NOTE The ExpressCard interface is not compatible with the PC card interface You need optional adapters for using PC cards on your computer Your computer has an ExpressCard slot ExpressCard supports the PCI Express and USB 2 0 serial data interfaces supporting speeds of up to 2 5 Gbps and 480 Mbps respectively improving speed in data transfer while conserving power usage ExpressCard Type The ExpressCard slot can accommodate a 54 mm ExpressCard 54 or 34 mm ExpressCard 34 wide ExpressCard Typical ExpressCards support a very extensive range of applications including memory wired and wireless communication cards and security devices Shown next are the appearances of ExpressCards for your reference ExpressCard 54 ExpressCard 34 ExpressCard 34 Expanding Your Computer 4 9 Inserting and Removing an ExpressCard To insert an ExpressCard
39. his frequency Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate this device Regulatory Information B 7 Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Statements of Compliance English This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 1999 S EC Danish Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europ iske direktiv 1999 S EC Dutch Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief 1999 S EC Finnish T m tuote noudattaa EU direktiivin 1999 5 EC m r yksi French Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Europ enne 1999 5 EC German Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europ ischen Richtlinie 1999 5 EC Regulatory Information B 8 Greek To rpo v avt mA
40. ifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Please note The use of a non shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited Regulatory Information B 2 Canada Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference Causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement Canadien sur le mat riel brouileur This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le minist re des Communications du Canada Safety Notices About the Battery Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandgren NORWEGIAN ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfa
41. ing adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on its surface Battery Pack Guidelines Recharge the battery pack when it is nearly discharged When recharging make sure that the battery pack is fully charged Doing so may avoid harm to the battery pack Operate the computer with the battery pack installed even when using external power This ensures that the battery is fully charged If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time more than two weeks remove the battery pack from the computer If you remove the battery pack make sure that the battery terminals do not contact any conductors such as metal objects or water Otherwise the battery may become unusable as a result of a short circuit If you need to store the battery pack store it in a cool dry place Never allow the temperature to exceed 60 C 140 F Do not leave the battery pack in storage for more than 6 months without recharging it Caring for the Computer 7 5 When Traveling e Before traveling with your computer make a backup of your hard disk data into flash disks or other storage devices As an added precaution bring along an extra copy of your important data e Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged e Make sure that the computer is turned off and the top cover is securely closed e Do not leave objects in between the keyboard and closed display e Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and take it with you Us
42. ing the Keyboard The keyboard can be divided into four major areas plus an Fn key F os nes af ar a ia 3S Ref Component Description Typewriter Keys Function Keys FnKey Cursor Control Keys Numeric Keypad Operating Your Computer Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys are pressed their corresponding indicators light up Function keys are multi purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs The Fn key at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key The letter Fn and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop To perform a desired function first press and hold Fn then press the other key Cursor control keys are generally used for moving and editing purposes They are Home End Page Up and Page Down When used with Fn key they become Left Right Up and Down arrow keys When Num Lock is on the numeric keys are activated which means you can use these keys to enter numerals When Num Lock is off they become cursor control keys 2 5 Hot Keys Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the comp
43. it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal About the AC Adapter e Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and or danger e Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet e Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with paper or other objects that will reduce cooling Do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case e Connect the adapter to a proper power source The voltage requirements are found on the product case and or packaging e Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged e Do not attempt to service the unit There are no serviceable parts inside Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture Regulatory Information B 4 On the Use of the RF Device NOTE The information in this section applies to models with the wireless LAN module USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operating in
44. lays the output of the computer P 2 13 Stereo Speaker Sends out sound and voice from the computer P 2 14 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF P 1 4 Glows when the computer is turned on Getting Started 1 9 Ref Component Multimedia Buttons Indicators MEDIA LA 2 TE Microphone Keyboard Device Indicators TT p Touchpad Getting Started Description Controls the computer s current multimedia status Launches the Windows Media Center When Media Center is open and performing a task toggles between the two screens Play pause Stop Next track Previous track Receives sound and voice for the computer Serves as the data input device of the computer Show the current status of the computer s devices Battery Charge indicator Lights when the battery is being charged Blinks when battery power is low Wireless LAN indicator Glows when wireless LAN radio is on Bluetooth wireless indicator Glows when Bluetooth wireless radio is on Caps Lock indicator Num Lock indicator DVD drive Hard disk drive in use indicator Serves as the pointing device of the computer See Also P 2 4 P 2 14 P 2 4 P 3 3 P 2 19 P 2 21 P 2 5 P 2 5 P 2 11 P 2 7 1 10 CHAPTER 2 Operating Your Computer This chapter provides information about the use of the computer If you are new to computers reading this chapter will help you learn
45. nergy produced by this device is well below the maximum exposure allowed by the Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 subpart C of the FCC Rules and Regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual and operated in a commercial environment However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular commercial installation or if operated in a residential area If harmful interference with radio or television reception occurs when the device is turned on the user must correct the situation at the user s own expense The user is encouraged to try one or more of the following corrective measures e Reorient 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 dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION The Part 15 radio device operates on a non interference basis with other devices operating at t
46. nment and solve the problem as described next Radio interference exists Move your computer away from the device causing the radio interference such as microwave oven and large metal objects Plug your computer into an outlet on a different branch circuit from that used by the affecting device Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help I cannot connect to another WLAN device Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every WLAN device in the network Your computer is not recognizing changes Restart the computer Make sure that the IP address or subnet mask setting is correct Troubleshooting 8 8 I cannot communicate with the computer in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured Make sure that the Access Point your computer is associated with is powered on and all the LEDs are working properly If the operating radio channel is in poor quality change the Access Point and all the wireless station s within the BSSID to another radio channel Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point it is associated with Make sure that your computer is configured with the same security option encryption to the Access Point Use the Web Manager Telnet of the Access Point to check whether it is connected to the network Reconfigure and reset the Access Point I cannot access the network
47. nnect automatically 10996 an Alan s Home A Open Network and Sharing Center connect to one of those networks ask your network administrator or Internet service provider ISP for the security key or passphrase NOTE Refer to your Windows online help for more information on setting a wireless network connection Operating Your Computer 2 20 Using the Bluetooth Wireless Feature Optional NOTE Make sure that the Bluetooth driver is installed properly Depending on your model your computer may incorporate the Bluetooth capability for short range about 10 meters may be shorter due to physical barriers like walls etc wireless communications between devices without requiring a cable connection With Bluetooth data can be transmitted through walls pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range Turning Off On the Bluetooth Wireless Feature Your computer has a built in Fn F2 hot key to switch the Bluetooth Wireless Feature on off see Hot Keys in Chapter 2 If you need to temporarily turn off the Bluetooth Wireless Feature press Fn F2 To resume wireless connection press Fn F2 again The status of the Bluetooth connection is indicated by the Bluetooth icon located in the system tray in the lower right part of the screen Off blue with red logo On blue with white logo Connected 8 blue with green logo You can use the Bluetooth Utility to configure Bluetooth connection
48. npoi Tic TpOPAEyeEts tns Evponaikns Odnyiac 1999 5 EC Icelandic Pessi vara stenst regluger Evr pska Efnahags Bandalagsins n mer 1999 5 EC Italian Questo prodotto conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999 5 EC Norwegian Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet 1999 5 EC Portuguese Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Europ ia 1999 5 EC Spanish Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 1999 5 EC Swedish Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG direktiv 1999 5 EC Local Restrictions of 802 11b g n Radio Usage 802 11a wireless LAN devices For operation within 5 15 5 25 GHz frequency range it is restricted to indoor usage environments and the antenna of this device must be integral CAUTION Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11b g n wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11b g n products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions and is not allowed to be operated in countries or regions other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries or regions for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country or region of use Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country or region of use could be an
49. nsnenenee Speakers l Realtek High Definition Audio Working Realtek Digital Output c Realtek High Definition Audio Working If in case there is no sound output upon connecting HDMI video then you may need to perform the following 1 Right click the Speaker icon on the task bar and select Playback Open Volume Mixer Devices Playback Devices Recording Devices Sounds Expanding Your Computer 4 4 2 The following screen appears r Sound sz Playback Recording Sounds Select a playback device below to modify its settings NVIDIA HDMI Output NVIDIA High Definition Audio Working Speakers U Realtek High Definition Audio Working Realtek Digital Output ES Realtek High Definition Audio Working Set Default Properties 3 Click NVIDIA HDMI Output then click Set Default Expanding Your Computer 4 Notice that the checkmark v appears on the item you have just selected NVIDIA HDMI Output NVIDIA High Definition Audio Workin Speakers Realtek High Definition Audio Working Realtek Digital Output Realtek High Definition Audio Working 5 Click OK Expanding Your Computer Connecting a USB Device Your computer has three USB ports for connecting USB devices such as a flash disk digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse The USB ports support transfer rates up to 12 MB s
50. of the WLAN feature make sure that the wireless LAN driver is installed correctly If your WLAN card was provided by your dealer instead of the computer manufacturer contact your dealer for the correct driver to use Turning Off On the WLAN Radio NOTE The FAA Federal Aviation Agency has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety Remember to turn off wireless LAN when using your computer in the airplane Your computer has a built in Fn F1 WLAN hot key to switch the WLAN on off see Hot Keys in Chapter 2 If you need to temporarily turn off the radio press Fn F1 To resume network connection press Fn F1 again It takes approximately 30 seconds for your computer to make a successful WLAN connection and approximately 10 seconds to disconnect Connecting to a Wireless Network To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure that the WLAN radio is on controlled by Fn F1 and Windows Mobility Center has Wireless Network turned on accessed from Windows Control Panel 2 Tap the Wireless Network icon fj on the taskbar An orange light in the icon indicates connections are available Operating Your Computer 2 19 3 Inthe list of available wireless networks tap a network and then tap Connect 4 Some networks require a network security key or passphrase To Not connected ts aiil Connections are available Wireless Network Connection a DD 108G all V Co
51. ons Media play pause stop previous track next track Pointing device Underplastic touchpad with 2 buttons Storage Hard disk drive 2 5 inch diameter 9 5 mm high SATA interface 5400 rpm support device Optical drive DVD Super Multi 12 7 mm high ExpressCard 54 ExpressCard 34 ExpressCard 54 support Card Reader SD MS MS Pro MMC T O ports 3 x USB ports USB 2 0 support RJ 45 port eSATA USB combo port LAN Specifications 10 100 1000 Mbps A 1 Wireless LAN Bluetooth option Specifications One mini PCI E slot for full half size wireless LAN card compliant with IEEE 802 11b g n Specification 2 1 module EDR Camera 1 3 M webcam Security Kensington lock Power AC adapter Universal AC adapter 120 Watt input 100 240 Volt output 19 Volt Battery 9 cell Li ion 6600 mAH average 6300 mAH minimum 11 1 V Dimension WxDxH 441x298 5x25 39 mm 17 36x11 75x0 98 1 54 inch Weight 3 7 kg 8 16 Ib Environment Temperature Operating 0 C 32 F to 35 C 95 F Storage 20 C 4 F to 60 C 140 F Humidity Specifications Operating 10 to 90 non condensing Storage 5 to 95 non condensing A 2 APPENDIX Regulatory Information This appendix provides regulatory statements and safety notices on your computer NOTE Marking labels located on the exterior of
52. or detailed information on power management see Windows Help Managing Power 3 8 Hibernation Hibernation is a very useful feature People frequently open many applications when they use computers It takes some time to get all these applications open and running and normally they all have to be closed before the computer can be turned off When you use the hibernation feature you do not have to close the applications The computer stores the state of your computer to a file on the hard disk and then shuts down The next time you turn on your computer you return to exactly where you left off Managing Power 3 9 Power Saving Tips Aside from enabling your computer s power saving mode see previous section you can do your part to maximize the battery s operating time by following these suggestions Do not disable Power Management Choose a power plan that saves power when using Windows A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that control how your computer manages power Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level Shorten the length of time before Windows turn off the display Many USB devices use power just by being connected If you use a USB mouse you can save power by disconnecting the mouse and using the touchpad If you use a USB flash drive unplug it when you are not using it If you work with an application that uses an ExpressCard exit the application when you finish
53. or software problems press the power button to turn off the computer Sleep Depending on your settings in Windows Press any key you can place the computer in Sleep mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the Fn F12 hot key e Pressing the power button Operating Your Computer 2 2 To stop in Do this To start up or this mode resume again Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows Press the power you can place the computer in button Hibernation mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the power button If you choose to stop in Sleep or Hibernation mode you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the computer See Power Management in Chapter 3 for more information Operating Your Computer 2 3 Using the Multimedia Buttons Your computer features multimedia buttons Media MEDIA Play pause Pil Stop m Next a pri Previous track 144 1 Press the MEDIA button to launch Windows Media Center NOTE e When Windows Media Center is open pressing the Media button does not close Windows Media Center e When Windows Media Center is running an application pressing the Media button toggles between both screens 2 Press the play pause button HE to start the playback 3 You can use the previous track next track pp play pause PIL and stop E buttons for controls Operating Your Computer 2 4 Us
54. orts the MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Memory Stick MS and Memory Stick PRO MS PRO cards Shown next are the appearance and size of each card type for your reference Type MMC Card SD Card MS MS PRO Card Appearance 21 5x50x2 8 mm Expanding Your Computer 4 12 To insert a storage card 1 Locate the Card Reader slot on the computer 2 Align the card with its connector pointing to the slot and its label facing up Slide the card into the slot until it reaches the end E 3 Windows will detect the card and assign it a drive name To remove a storage card 1 Click Start then Computer 2 Right click the drive with the card and select Safely Remove 3 Pull the card out of the slot Expanding Your Computer 4 13 Internal Components Upgrade You can upgrade your computer by changing the CPU and hard disk or adding memory However to avoid damage during the installation procedure please ask your dealer for help Do not install an internal component by yourself Expanding Your Computer 4 14 CHAPTER 5 Using BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Utility is a program for configuring the BIOS Basic Input Output System settings of the computer BIOS is a layer of software called firmware that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can understand The BIOS settings are needed by your computer to identify the types of installed devices and es
55. ou are using the battery power make sure that the battery is not discharged When you turn on the computer it stops after POST Restart your computer Troubleshooting 8 11 The message Operating system not found appears on the screen after you turn on the computer If this message appears when you are booting from the hard disk insert a bootable disc in the DVD drive and check the condition of the hard disk The message Invalid system disk or Disk error appears on the screen after you turn on the computer If you are deliberately trying to boot from a disc replace the disc with a bootable one and press any key to continue booting If this message appears when you are booting from the hard disk insert a bootable disc in the DVD drive and check the condition of the hard disk Other Problems The date time is incorrect Correct the date and time via the operating system or BIOS Setup program After you have performed everything as described above and still have the incorrect date and time every time you turn on the computer the RTC Real Time Clock battery is at the end of its life Call an authorized dealer to replace the RTC battery Troubleshooting 8 12 Resetting the Computer You may have to reset reboot your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up If the computer operation seems to hang up first wait It is possible that the computer is proc
56. p 2 SATA HDD PO0 SAMSUNG HMSOOLI 3 PXE SRV NVIDIA Boot Agent 253 0543 Keys used to view or configure devices Up and Down arrows select a device lt gt and lt gt moves the device 2 up or down Excluded from boot order mia Ai r epoanos removable lt x gt exclude or include the device to boot lt Shift 1 gt enables or disables a device lt 1 4 gt loads default boot sequence Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select P Sub Menu Save and Exit The bootable devices will be automatically detected during POST and shown here allowing you to set the sequence that the BIOS use to look for a boot device from which to load the operating system A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function 1 Selects highlight a boot device Changes the boot sequence 1to4 Loads the four default boot sequence fr Specifies if the device is fixed or removable Shift 1 Deactivates activates the highlighted boot device on the Boot priority order list When a device has been deactivated an exclamation symbol appears beside the item and system will bypass it when detecting boot device during POST X Moves the highlighted boot device from the Boot priority order list to the Excluded from boot order list and vice versa Using BIOS Setup 5 8 Exit Menu The Exit menu displays ways of exiting BIOS Setup Utility After finishing with your settings
57. pter 7 Charging the Battery Pack NOTE e Charging will not start if the battery s temperature is below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F e The charging process will stop and the Battery Charge Indicator flashes red when the battery s temperature gets above 60 C 140 F If this happens the battery pack may be damaged Please contact your dealer e During charging do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery To charge the battery pack connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet The Battery Charge Indicator TT on the computer glows to indicate that charging is in progress You are advised to keep the computer power off while the battery is being charged When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge Indicator is off The charging times are as follows Charging Time Battery Type Computer is Off Computer is On and in Idle State 9 cell 2 hours 3 5 hours CAUTION After the computer has been fully recharged do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again Doing so may damage the battery Managing Power 3 3 NOTE The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self discharge process 0 21 per day even when the battery pack is fully charged 100 This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the computer Initializing the Battery Pack Yo
58. r that results in damage to the computer Keep the computer at least 13 cm 5 inches away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as a TV refrigerator motor or a large audio speaker Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F will cause condensation inside the unit which may damage the storage media Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface General Guidelines Wear protective gloves to prevent injury to your fingers when using the computer in higher than normal temperature Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as this may damage the display The screen surface is easily scratched Do not use paper towels to clean the display Avoid touching it with your fingers pen or pencil To maximize the life of the backlight in the display allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management Caring for the Computer 7 4 Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working Cleaning Guidelines Never clean the computer with its power on Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer Gently wipe the display with a soft lint free cloth Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display Dust or grease on the touchpad can affect its sensitivity Clean the pad by us
59. re de Belfort 26 Dr me 63 Puy du D me 94 Val de Marne 32 Gers 64 Pyr n es Atlantique Regulatory Information B 10 Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module s Maximum EIRP Not Shown in the Previous Table Frequency Ranges MHz Indoors Outdoors 2400 2446 5 10 mW Not permitted 2446 5 2483 5 100 mW 100 mW on private property with Ministry of Defense approval Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio NOTE Turning the wireless LAN radio off is not the same as disabling the wireless LAN card It is not necessary to disable the card to meet the regulatory requirements While operating the computer in those French departments that do not allow use of the wireless LAN equipment the user of the equipment must turn off the wireless LAN radio in order to comply with local regulations see Chapter 2 for more information Regulatory Information B 11
60. tablish special features This chapter tells you how to use the BIOS Setup program Using BIOS Setup 5 1 When and How to Use BIOS Setup When to Use You need to run BIOS Setup Utility when You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run BIOS Setup Utility You want to restore the factory default settings You want to modify some specific settings according to the hardware You want to modify some specific settings to optimize the system performance Starting BIOS Setup NOTE The BIOS Setup Utility screens shown in this chapter are for your reference only The actual items or settings on your computer may differ The BIOS Setup Utility program may have been updated after the publication of this manual The settings you select in your operating system might override similar settings in BIOS Setup Utility To run BIOS Setup Utility press the F2 key when the prompt appears on the screen during the system startup The prompt shows up on the screen for only a few seconds You must press the F2 key quickly The BIOS Setup Utility main screen appears as shown next Using BIOS Setup 5 2 Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time 16 The BIOS Setup Utility screen can be divided into three areas e On the top is the menu bar containing the titles of the available menus Each menu title brings a specific menu e The left column of the menu displays the menu items e The top right of the menu provi
61. tarted 1 5 Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component Right Side Components NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appearance of your computer may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual Ref Component Description See Also Headphone Connects a set of headphones external P 2 15 Connector speakers with amplifier or an audio recording device Microphone in Connects an external microphone P 2 15 Connector S S PDIF Connector Connects a S PDIF device such as a digital P 2 15 S PDIF speaker set for digital audio output DVD Super Multi Accepts a DVD disc for installing or loading P 2 11 Drive software accessing data and playing music video USB Port lt gt Connects a USB device such as a flash disk P 4 7 printer digital camera joystick and more Power Connector Connects the AC adapter P 1 2 Getting Started 1 6 Left Side Components Ref Component Description See Also Kensington Lock Locks the computer to a stationery object for P 7 3 security VGA Connector Connects an external display P 4 2 RJ 45 Connector Connects the LAN cable P 2 18 O HDMI Connects an external video device such as a P 4 2 Connector hdmi TV supporting HDMI input NOTE Availability depends on your model eSATA USB Connects an eSATA device such as an P 4 8 Combo
62. the operating basics If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook computers you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer Described in this chapter are the operating basics of these components e Keyboard e Touchpad e DVD drive And these features e Starting and stopping the computer e Multimedia features e Video features e Audio features e Communication features Operating Your Computer 2 1 Starting and Stopping the Computer There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer Starting the Computer You always start the computer using the power button A computer starts up with an operating system OS existing on the storage device such as the hard disk and optical disc The computer will automatically load the OS after you turn it on This process is called booting NOTE An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs to run on Your computer uses the Microsoft Windows operating system Stopping the Computer When you finish a working session you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in Sleep or Hibernation mode To stop in Do this To start up or this mode resume again Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your Press the power operating system This can prevent loss button of unsaved data or damage to your software programs If the system is locked up because of hardware
63. the monitor before turning on the computer Expanding Your Computer 4 2 5 The monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display to the monitor or to both simultaneous display or to multi display through the Display Settings Properties in Windows see your operating system documentation or online help for specific information CAUTION Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in the Sleep mode or Hibernation mode If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes the LCD might not display properly Sound Output For HDMI Video Normally before you connect HDMI video Speakers is the default setting Playback Recording Sounds Select a playback device below to modify its settings NVIDIA HDMI Output NVIDIA High Definition Audio ot plugged in Realtek High Definition Audio orking Realtek Digital Output Realtek High Definition Audio Vorking Configure Set Default Properties Expanding Your Computer 4 3 Upon connecting HDMI video the setting may automatically be changed to NVIDIA HDMI Output to be able to have sound output Playback Recording Sounds Select a playback device below to modify its settings NVIDIA HDMI Output i NVIDIA High Definition Audio Working snanannananansnannnanannnnnnannnnanennnennnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnannnnnnsnnnsnsnsnnnensnnnsnnnsnsnnnenensnsnanensna
64. to start the program manually run the Setup exe program from the Wsetup directory of the disc The main screen appears as shown next Intel Chipset Driver ATI VGA Driver F Realtek High Defifitis r tek USB 2 0 Card Reade ee gt L f N f N A r N er er er ey w Installing Software Drivers 6 2 Install Driver To install the intended driver click on the corresponding icon and installation will start The drivers are described next Name Description Chipset Driver Ensures the full function of the following drivers Install this driver before installing the other device drivers Storage AHCI Driver Installs the AHCI Advance Host Controller Interface SATA Serial ATA storage driver for advanced Serial ATA features VGA Driver Installs the video driver that allows you to take full advantage of the computer s video subsystem High Definition Audio Installs the audio driver that allows you to take full Driver advantage of the computer s audio subsystem LAN Driver Installs the LAN driver for using Ethernet network Card Reader Driver Allows you to use the Card Reader to access optional MMC SD MS MS PRO cards Pointing Device Installs the touchpad driver that allows you to take full Driver advantage of the touchpad features Camera Application Installs the Camera application for taking pictures Wireless Network Installs the WLAN driver and application program that Driv
65. troducing the external components of the computer And the last section navigates you to the information you may need after the computer is ready for use Getting Started 1 1 Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton you should find these standard items e Notebook computer e Accessories AC adapter AC power cord Driver disc Inspect all the items If any item is damaged or missing notify your dealer immediately Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future Connecting to AC Power The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for the very first time CAUTION Use only the AC adapter included with your computer Using other AC adapters may damage the computer 1 Make sure that the computer is turned off 2 Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer Getting Started 1 2 3 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet 4 When the AC adapter is connected and turned on power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer Now you are ready to turn on the computer CAUTION e
66. tual operating time is much less than the estimated time initialize the battery See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions Bluetooth Wireless Problems I cannot connect to another Bluetooth enabled device e Make sure that the Bluetooth card is correctly installed e Make sure that the Bluetooth driver is correctly installed e Make sure that both devices have activated Bluetooth Troubleshooting 8 3 e Make sure that the distance between the two devices are not over 10 meters or that there are no walls or other obstructions between the devices e Make sure that the other device is not in Hidden mode e Make sure that both devices are compatible DVD Drive Problems The DVD drive cannot read a disc e Make sure that the disc is correctly seated in the tray with the label facing up e Make sure that the disc is not dirty Clean the disc with a disc cleaning kit available in most computer stores e Make sure that the DVD drive driver is installed correctly e Make sure that the computer supports the disc or the files contained You cannot eject a disc e The disc is not properly seated in the drive Manually release the disc following the method described next 1 Turn off the computer 2 Insert a small rod such as a straightened paperclip into the drive s manual eject hole and push firmly to release the tray 3 Pull the tray out until fully extended and then remove the
67. u need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected Initializing is the process of fully charging discharging and then charging It can take several hours 1 Make sure that the computer power is turned off Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack 2 After the battery pack is fully charged turn on the computer When the message Press F2 to enter Setup appears press the F2 key to display the BIOS Setup initial screen 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the battery is fully discharged The computer will shut down automatically 4 Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack Checking the Battery Level NOTE Any battery level indication is an estimated result The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of the operating system To read the battery level in Windows click the battery icon on the system tray Managing Power 3 4 Replacing the Battery Pack CAUTION e There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace the battery only with the computer manufacturer s optional battery packs Discard used batteries according to the dealer s instructions e Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack
68. uter Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way Each time a hot key combination is pressed it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop The hot keys are described next Key Description FJ Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off Switches the Bluetooth wireless feature on and off 3 Ree Decreases the sound volume nt len I F4 Increases the sound volume o lex Switches the display output to one of the following when external devices are connected ka Upon booting the system with CRT LCD gt e CRT Upon booting the system with HDMI Rinsma en HDMI Upon booting the system with CRT and HDMI ia LCD gt LCD CRT gt CRT HDMI lt LCD HDMI NOTE This function only applies to Plug amp Play display devices EJ Decreases the LCD brightness 8 levels fe Increases the LCD brightness 8 levels Operating Your Computer 2 6 Key Description l E Switches the multimedia buttons and indicators off and on F CS Switches the system sound output off mute and on F Cs Switches the LCD panel on and off F Ca Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Options See the Power Management in Chapter 3 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows speci
69. you must save and exit so that the changes can take effect Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes Exit Saving Changes saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS Setup Utility Exit Discarding Changes exits BIOS Setup Utility without saving the changes you have made Load Setup Defaults loads the factory default values for all the items Discard Changes restores the previous values for all the items Save Changes saves the changes you have made Using BIOS Setup 5 9 CHAPTER Installing Software Drivers To take full advantage of the unique features of your computer some operating systems require custom software known as drivers to be installed If you purchased the computer with Windows pre installed your dealer may have already installed the drivers If not you need to install the drivers using the disc supplied with your computer This chapter describes how to install the drivers Installing Software Drivers 6 1 How to Use the Driver Disc NOTE e The drivers may have been updated after this manual was published For driver upgrade please contact your dealer e This disc supports Windows 7 e The available items may differ according to your computer model e Do not remove the driver disc when installing the driver An autorun program is provided on the driver disc to help you easily install the drivers As you insert the disc the autorun program automatically starts If you need
70. your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statements in this appendix Some notices apply to specific models only Regulatory Information B 1 On the Use of the System Class B Regulations USA Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient 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 dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any changes or mod

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