Askey Computer WLL220CL 2.4 GHz/ 5 GHz Mini-PCI in Laptop User Manual Notebook Users Manual 1
Askey Computer Corp 2.4 GHz/ 5 GHz Mini-PCI in Laptop Notebook Users Manual 1
Contents
Notebook Users Manual 1
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and
your computer.
When Using Your Computer
CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for
an extended period of time with the base resting directly
on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base.
Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause
discomfort or, eventually, a burn.
z Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always
follow installation instructions closely.
z Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other
container where metal objects (such as car keys) could short-
circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive current
flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in
damage from burns.
z Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable
and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over
or stepped on.
z Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desktop or
on the floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge
the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other
items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC
adapter while it is inside a carrying case.
z Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your
computer. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by
shorting out interior components.
z Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for
use with this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC
adapter may risk fire or explosion.
z Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
z Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery
recommended by the manufacturer.
z Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
z Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure
that the voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the
available power source.
- 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some
Far Eastern countries such as South Korea and Taiwan.
- 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz in western
Japan.
- 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far
East.
z If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure
that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the
extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the
extension cable.
z To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the
battery, and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical
outlet.
z To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not
connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or
reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
z Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode.
Check with local authorities for disposal instructions.
z When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level
surface.
z When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. You
can put your computer through an X-ray security machine,
but never put your computer through a metal detector. If you
have the computer checked by hand, be sure to have a charged
battery available in case you are asked to turn on the
computer.
z When traveling with the hard drive removed from the
computer, wrap the drive in a non-conducting material, such
as cloth or paper. If you have the drive checked by hand, be
ready to install the drive in the computer. Your can put the
hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put
the drive through a metal detector.
z When traveling, do not place the computer in overhead
storage compartments where it could slide around. Do not
drop your computer or subject it to other mechanical shocks.
z Protect your computer, battery, and hard drive from
environmental hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids,
temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight.
z When you move your computer between environments with
very different temperature and/or humidity ranges,
condensation may form on or within the computer. To avoid
damaging the computer, allow sufficient time for the moisture
to evaporate before using the computer.
Î NOTICE: When taking the computer from low-
temperature conditions into a warmer environment or
from high-temperature conditions into a cooler
environment, allow the computer to acclimate to room
temperature before turning on power.
z When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its
strain relief loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the
connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any
connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure
both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
z Before you clean your computer, turn it off, unplug it from its
power source, and remove the battery.
z Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a
memory module by its edges, not its pins.
CAUTION: When using your telephone equipment,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to
persons, including the following:
z Do not use this product near water, for example, near a
bathtub, washing bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
z Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an
electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning.
z Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.
z Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
Regulatory Notices
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.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void
the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
• All external cables connecting to this basic unit must be
shielded. For cables connecting to PCMCIA cards, see the
option manual or installation instructions.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
PART 68 Warning
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the
bottom of the computer is a label that contains, among other
information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon
request, provide this information to your telephone company.
FCC Part 68 Registration Number: 6CTTAI - 25876 - FB – E
REN: 0.8B
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may
connect to your telephone and still have those devices ring when
your number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the
REN's of all devices should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of
the number of devices you may connect to your line, as
determined by the REN, you should call your local telephone
company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.
If your MODEM causes harm to the telephone network, the local
Telephone Company may discontinue your service temporarily.
If possible, they will notify you in advance. However, if advanced
notice isn't practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You
will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper
functioning for your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in
advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
telephone service.
CE Notice (European Union)
Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this Compal
computer to the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive of
the European Union. Such marking indicates that this Compal
system meets the following technical standards:
• EN 55022 — "Limits and Methods of Measurement of
Radio Interference Characteristics of Information
Technology Equipment."
• EN 55024 — "Information technology equipment -
Immunity characteristics - Limits and methods of
measurement."
• EN 61000-3-2 — "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Part 3: Limits - Section 2: Limits for harmonic current
emissions (Equipment input current up to and including 16
A per phase)."
• EN 61000-3-3 — "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Part 3: Limits - Section 3: Limitation of voltage
fluctuations and flicker in low-voltage supply systems for
equipment with rated current up to and including 16 A."
• EN 60950 — "Safety of Information Technology
Equipment."
NOTE: EN 55022 emissions requirements provide for two
classifications:
• Class A is for typical commercial areas.
• Class B is for typical domestic areas.
To determine which classification applies to your computer,
examine the FCC registration label located on the back panel of
the computer. If the label indicates a Class A rating, the following
warning applies to your computer:
RF INTERFERENCE WARNING: This is a Class A product.
In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
frequency (RF) interference, in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.
This Compal device is classified for use in a typical Class B
domestic environment.
A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the preceding
directives and standards has been made and is on file at Compal
Computer Corporation.
CCC Notice (China Only)
On Class A systems, the following warning will appear near the
regulatory label:
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
Most Compal computer products are classified by the Bureau of
Standards, Meteorology and Inspection (BSMI) as Class B
information technology equipment (ITE).
This Compal device is classified for use in a typical Class B
domestic environment.
CANADIAN DOC NOTICE
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
"Le présent appareil numérique n'èmet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada"
Macrovision License of Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by methods and claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual 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 authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering of disassembly is
prohibited.
About this user’s manual
This user’s manual is designed to let you easily find the
information you need to get the most from your notebook.
Chapter 1 introduces you to the features of your computer.
Chapter 2 gives you useful details on using your computer.
Chapter 3 tells you how to look after your notebook computer,
whether at home or traveling.
Chapter 4 talks about PC Card peripherals and how to use them.
Chapter 5 goes into more detail about power management and
explains how to conserve power while on the move.
Chapter 6 gives you tips on solving typical problems you may run
up against.
Chapter 7 introduces you to BIOS, the nervous system of your
computer, and how to change its fundamental settings.
There is no need to read the manual from the beginning to end.
Simply find your way to the section that interests you using the
index, or browse through the manual.
You will come across the following icons in the manual:
Helpful pointers and tricks to get more from your notebook
To help you note and avoid possible damage to your notebook's
hardware or software, or loss of your work
Points out possible damage to property, personal injury or death
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© Compal Electronics, Inc. 2003. All rights reserved.
Trademarks used in this document: Microsoft and Windows are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document
to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or
their products.
1 Introducing Your Notebook
1.1 Front
1 LCD Module Latch 6 Device Status Lights
2 Display 7 Optical Media Drive
3 Easy Buttons 8 Keyboard
4 TouchPad 9 Power Button
5 TouchPad Buttons 10 Keyboard Status Lights
1.1.1 LCD Module Latch
Secures the display case to your notebook. To open the display,
slide the latch to the right and lift the display. When you close the
display the latch secures it automatically.
1.1.2 Display
Your display is either a 14.1" or 15.1” COLOR TFT/XGA or
COLOR TFT/SXGA+ LCD.
1.1.3 Easy Buttons
These buttons launch your favorite programs.
Launches a pre-configured program.
Launches a pre-configured program.
1.1.4 TouchPad
The TouchPad works like a desktop mouse. For more information
see Keyboard and TouchPad in Chapter 2.
1.1.5 TouchPad Buttons
The left and right TouchPad buttons work like the left/right
buttons on a standard mouse.
1.1.6 Device Status Lights
Indicates power on; flashing indicates standby mode.
Indicates battery status. For details, see Battery.
Indicates wireless communication status.
1.1.7 Optical Media Drive
The optical media drive provides a means for you to
import/export data and small files into/from your computer.
Depending on the configuration of your computer, you may
either be able to record CDs or play DVDs.
To remove the Optical Media Drive:
1. Slide the ODD Module Latch to the left.
2. Gently pull the ODD from the ODD Module Bay.
1.1.8 Keyboard
The keyboard includes a numeric keypad and the Microsoft®
Windows® logo key.
See Keyboard and TouchPad in Chapter 2 for more on using
keyboard shortcuts.
1.1.9 Power Button
Press to turn your notebook on. For more on power settings see
Power Management.
Windows XP, which comes preinstalled, goes into the shutdown
sequence automatically if you press the power button while on.
You can configure this in Control Panel: Power Options – Advanced.
1.1.10 Keyboard Status Lights
Indicates uppercase letter function enabled
Indicates numeric keypad enabled
Indicates scroll lock function enabled
1.2 Right Side
1 Speaker
2 AC Adapter Connector
3Air Fan
1.2.1 Speaker
To adjust the system speaker volume, look under the Sounds and
Audio Devices Properties of the Control Panel. See Chapter 2 for
more details. Many software programs, such as multimedia
applications, also include their own volume controls.
1.2.2 AC Adapter Connector
Use this connector to attach the AC adapter to your notebook. You
can connect an AC adapter when your notebook is switched on or
off.
While the AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide, power
connectors and power strips vary from country to country. Ensure you
use compatible cable or correctly connect the cable to the power strip
or electrical outlet. Failure to do so may cause fire or damage to
equipment.
1.2.3 Air Vent
An internal fan creates airflow through the vents, preventing your
notebook from overheating.
When it gets hot, your notebook will switch on the fans, which may
make some noise. This is normal, and does not mean there is a
problem.
Never block, push objects into, or allow dust to gather in the air vents.
Doing so may damage your notebook or cause a fire.
1.3 Left Side
1 USB Connector
2 Infrared Port
3 PC Card Port
4 SD Card Port
5 Audio Ports
6 Wireless Communication Switch
7 Speaker
1.3.1 USB Connector
Use this port to connect a USB device, such as a mouse, full-size
external keyboard, or printer, to the computer.
USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer
rate of up to 480 Mbps. USB peripherals have a single standard for
cables and connectors. You can install and remove USB devices while
the computer is on. This is known as "hot swapping".
1.3.2 Infrared Port
Use this port to send and receive infrared (IR) signals to and from
other IR-compatible devices. Supports a transfer rate of up to 4
Mbps per second.
1.3.3 PC Card Port
Supports one type II PC Cards. For more information, see PC
Cards in Chapter 4.
1.3.4 SD Card Port
Supports one Secure Digital card, which is used in digital still
camera and various forms of portable information equipment.
1.3.5 Audio Ports
You can connect a headphone or an external speaker to the port
and a microphone to the port. The built-in speakers are disabled
when a device is connected to the port.
1.3.6 Wireless Communication Switch
Turns the wireless communication function on or off. The
wireless communication LED on the front panel lights when
the function is activated.
1.3.7 Speaker
To adjust the system speaker volume, look under the Sounds and
Audio Devices Properties of the Control Panel. See Chapter 2 for
more details. Many software programs, such as multimedia
applications, also include their own volume controls.
1.4 Back
1 Security Cable Connector 5 Modem Jack
2 Parallel Port 6 Network Jack
3 External Monitor Port 7 TV-out Port
4 USB Ports x 2 8 IEEE 1394 Port
1.4.1 Security Cable Connector
To protect your notebook from theft, you can purchase an antitheft
device. Instructions for use are included with such devices.
Before purchasing any antitheft device, check that it will work with
your notebook's security cable connector.
1.4.2 Parallel Port
Use this port to connect parallel devices, such as a printer.
To protect your notebook, wait 5 seconds after turning it off before
disconnecting any external device.
1.4.3 External Monitor Port
Use this port to connect an external monitor to your computer. See
Display, Chapter 2-5.
1.4.4 USB Connectors
Use these ports to connect up to three USB devices, such as a
mouse, full-size external keyboard, or printer.
USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer
rate of up to 12 Mbps. USB peripherals have a single standard for
cables and connectors. You can install and remove USB devices while
the computer is on. This is known as "hot swapping.”
1.4.5 Modem Jack
The modem jack allows you to connect your notebook to a
telephone line with a standard RJ-11 connector.
Never connect the modem jack to a digital line. The high current of a
digital line could damage the modem.
1.4.6 Network Jack
The RJ-45 network jack allows you to connect your computer to a
local area network (LAN).
Be careful not to plug the telephone line into the slightly larger
network connector.
1.4.7 TV-out Port
Use this port to connect a television set. See Display, Chapter 2-5,
for details.
1.4.8 IEEE 1394 Port
The IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect devices that utilize
IEEE 1394 technology to your computer. This technology is
widely used in consumer products such as digital cameras.
1.5 Bottom
1 Battery Release Latch
2 Battery Pack
3 HDD
4 Memory Module Cover
5 ODD Module Release Latch
1.5.1 Battery Release Latch
The battery release latch secures the battery pack. To release,
simply slide the latch across. The battery pack will pop up.
1.5.2 Battery Pack
With a charged battery pack installed, you can use your notebook
without connecting it to an electrical outlet. For more details, see
Battery, Chapter 5.
To remove the battery pack:
1. Slide the Battery Pack Release Latch to the left.
2. Gently pry the Battery Pack from the computer chassis.
1.5.3 HDD
The HDD should only be removed if you need to repair or replace
the installed HDD unit.
To remove the HDD:
1. Remove the screw securing the HDD to the chassis
2. Gently pull the HDD out.
Do not replace the HDD on your own! If the HDD requires replacing,
take the computer to your dealer or a service technician.
1.5.4 Memory Module Cover
The memory module(s) is (are) housed beneath the memory
module cover.
1.5.5 ODD Module Release Latch
This releases the optical media drive (ODD). Slide it to the left,
then carefully pull the ODD from its bay.
2 Operating Your Notebook
2.1 Turning Your Notebook On and Off
Turning Your Notebook On
Turning Your Notebook Off
Logging Off
Adding User Accounts
Standby Mode
2.1.1 Turning Your Notebook On
You can configure the computer to start from a specific drive, such as
a CD-ROM, an external floppy disk, or even an external. See Chapter
3, the BIOS Setup Program.
Press the power button to turn on your notebook.
Do not turn off the computer until the operating system has loaded
completely. Turning the computer off during its initial startup will
result in an error the next time you start your notebook.
2.1.2 Turning Your Notebook Off
If your notebook is using Microsoft Windows XP Professional
operating system, there are security and networking features not
available in Windows XP Home Edition. You will see different
options in some windows, related to security and networking.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs. Click
Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
Your notebook will automatically turn off after the shutdown
process is finished.
You can configure Windows XP to shut down or go into sleep mode
by pressing the power button. Open the Control Panel: Power
Options – Advanced dialog box to do this.
2.1.3 Logging Off
With Microsoft Windows XP, multiple users can access a single
computer with their own, personal settings. Using their own
password, each user logs on to the computer, meaning other users
cannot access their settings or files. To log off:
3. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click
Start > Log Off > Log Off.
4. To switch users, click Start > Log Off > Switch User.
Using Fast User Switching, programs that previous users were
running remain running in the background. This means a possible
slower computer response. It may also stop multimedia programs,
including games and DVD software, from running.
Fast User Switching does not work if your notebook is running
Windows XP Professional and is a member of a computer domain or
if the notebook has less than 128 MB of memory.
You can set up Fast User Switching in the Control Panel dialog box,
under User Accounts: Change the way users log on or off.
2.1.4 Adding User Accounts
Different account options are available when a computer is running
the Windows XP Professional operating system and is connected to a
domain.
With Windows XP installed, the system administrator or a user
with administrator rights can create additional user accounts:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > User Accounts.
2. Under Pick a task, click Create a new account.
3. Under Name the new account, enter the name of the new
user. Click Next.
4. Under Pick an account type, choose one of the following
options:
• Computer administrator: Can change all computer settings.
• Standard (Windows XP Professional only): Can install some
programs and hardware.
• Limited: Can only change your own personal settings, such as
your password. You are not able to install programs or use the
Internet.
5. Click Create Account.
2.1.5 Standby Mode
To find out how to conserve power using the Standby Mode, see
Power Management, Chapter 5.
2.2 Tips For Using Windows
Microsoft Windows XP Help
Windows Desktop
Start Button
Taskbar
Notification Area (System Tray)
Recycle Bin
Control Panel
My Computer
2.2.1 Microsoft Windows XP Help
For Microsoft Windows XP help, click the Start menu then click
the Help and Support icon. The Help and Support Center dialog
box opens.
2.2.2 Windows Desktop
Depending on your notebook setup and software, your desktop may
have different or additional shortcuts. See Personalizing Your
Desktop, section 2-4, for more information.
2.2.3 Desktop Cleanup Wizard
The Desktop Cleanup Wizard moves icons for programs not
frequently used to a folder 7 days after you first start your
notebook and every 60 days after that.
The Start menu's appearance changes as program icons are
moved. To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard:
Right-click an empty spot on your desktop > Properties >
Desktop > Customize Desktop > click Run Desktop Cleanup
Wizard every 60 days to remove the check mark > OK.
The Desktop Cleanup Wizard can be run any time by simply
clicking Clean Desktop Now under Desktop Cleanup.
2.2.4 Start Button
The Start button allows easy access to your notebook's
programs.
The Start menu is designed to adapt, to show the programs you
use most frequently. To always keep an item on the Start menu,
no matter how often it's used, right-click the item and click Pin to
Start menu.
Log Off allows the current user to log off so a new user can log
on to the notebook using their personal settings.
Turn Off Computer provides options for turning off, restarting,
and placing your notebook in power saving modes. If your
notebook is running Windows XP Professional and is connected
to a domain, different options appear in the Shut Down window.
2.2.5 Taskbar
The Start button is on the left and the notification area on the
right. Each time you open a program a button for it appears on the
taskbar. To move between programs, simply click the relevant
button. Windows XP groups multiple instances of the same
program on a single taskbar button if more space is needed.
Toolbars can be added to or removed from the taskbar:
Right-click an empty spot on the taskbar, and select Toolbars >
choose the toolbar you want to add.
2.2.6 Notification Area (System Tray)
The icons in this area allow quick access to programs and
computer functions, including the clock and printer status.
Windows XP hides icons that are not used frequently. Click to
see hidden icons.
To prevent Windows XP from hiding icons:
Right-click an empty spot on the Taskbar > Properties > ensure
that Hide inactive icons is not checked.
2.2.7 Recycle Bin
When you delete a file, it is moved to the Recycle Bin. Files can
be restored from the Recycle Bin.
Emptying the Recycle Bin deletes files permanently.
2.2.8 Control Panel
In the Control Panel you can change how Windows looks and
works.
Click the Start button and then Control Panel.
There are two interfaces - you can choose either Classic View or
Category View. You can switch interfaces in the upper left hand
window of the Control Panel dialog box.
Under Pick a Category, choose the category of the task you wish
to complete, and then choose the task in the next window.
2.2.9 My Computer
My Computer allows you to see the contents of your notebook's
drives. The My Computer icon appears on your Desktop. To see
the contents of a drive or folder, open My Computer then
double-click the icon for the drive or folder you want to view (for
example, drive C).
You can also use Windows Explorer to see the contents of your
notebook and find files. To open Windows Explorer, right-click the
Start button and click Explore. Find the drive or folder that you want
to view. To find out more about My Computer and Windows
Explorer, see the Help and Support Center.
2.3 Keyboard and TouchPad
Numeric Keypad
Keyboard Shortcuts
Easy Buttons
StickyKeys
TouchPad
Customizing the TouchPad
2.3.1 Numeric Keypad
Keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the lower
right edge of the keypad keys.
To enable the numeric keypad, press .
The indicator will light when the numeric lock is on.
To disable the numeric keypad, press again.
To use the primary function of a dual-function key when the
numeric keypad is enabled, press and the desired key.
2.3.2 Keyboard Shortcuts
Switches Display Mode (LCD > CRT
> Simultaneous). Switches the video image to the
next display in the following sequence: the
integrated display, an external monitor, and both
displays simultaneously
Number Lock
Scroll Lock
Brightness Up
Brightness Down
Pad Lock
When using an external PS/2 keyboard, the Fn key can be simulated
by using the left-Ctrl + left-Alt keys. USB keyboards do not support
this function.
2.3.3 Windows Logo Key Functions
opens Windows Explorer
opens the Run dialog box
opens the Search Results dialog box
opens the Search Results - Computers dialog box
(when your notebook is connected to a network)
opens the System Properties dialog box
To adjust keyboard operation, including character repeat rate, in
the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware >
Keyboard.
2.3.4 Easy Buttons
The Easy Buttons are designed to give you fast access to the
programs you use most often.
By default, the easy button keys are not configured for any
particular program. The first time you press one of them, the
Configure Buttons dialog box opens.
Select the button you’d like to configure, and then assign a
program to it either from the Application Launch list of pre-
defined defaults or by using the Browse button to locate a
different program.
The Caption option lets you define the caption that appears on
your screen when you press the button.
2.3.5 StickyKeys
The StickyKeys function lets you use the SHIFT, CTRL, ALT,
FN keys or the Windows logo key (referred to as modifier keys)
in conjunction with other keys by pressing one key at a time
instead of simultaneously.
To activate StickyKeys mode, press the Shift key five times and
then click OK.
Alternatively, you can click on Start > Control Panel >
Accessibility Options and check Use StickyKeys before
clicking OK.
To further customize StickyKeys, click Settings in either of the
above dialogue boxes. The following dialogue box will appear.
Click Use shortcut to enable the listed shortcut to activate
StickyKeys mode.
By checking Press modifier key twice to lock, pressing the
SHIFT, CTRL, ALT, FN or the Windows logo key twice will
'lock' the key until it is pressed again. This allows you to perform
multiple commands with these keys in succession without having
to press the modifier key again each time.
Check Turn StickyKeys off if two keys are pressed at once to
have StickyKeys automatically disable whenever any two keys
are pressed simultaneously.
If Make sounds when modifier key is pressed is checked, a
tone will be heard each time a modifier key is pressed. Different
tones are heard when activating and deactivating modifier keys.
Check Show StickyKeys status on screen to display the
StickyKeys icon in your toolbar whenever the StickyKeys mode
is activated. The icon will change to indicate which modifier key,
if any, is currently active.
Click on OK to confirm your changes, or Cancel to exit the
dialogue box without making any changes.
2.3.6 TouchPad
The TouchPad responds to the movements and pressure of your
finger, allowing you to move the cursor around the screen, in the
same way you would with a mouse.
Place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position.
You can use the TouchPad by moving either your right or left
thumb off the space bar and on to the TouchPad.
Gently move your thumb across the TouchPad in the direction
you want the cursor to move.
The TouchPad buttons have the same function as mouse buttons.
Clicking these buttons makes selections, drags objects, or
performs a variety of other functions depending on the software.
To select an object, first move the pointer over the object you
want to select, and then press the left button one time and release
it. The functionality of these buttons depends on your software.
Double-clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or
launching programs.
You may also select object or execute applications from icons by
double tapping. This is similar to double-clicking, but instead of
pressing the TouchPad buttons, you tap the TouchPad itself.
2.3.7 Customizing the TouchPad
To adjust TouchPad settings, use the Mouse Properties window,
which you can open by clicking Control Panel > Printers and
Other Hardware > Mouse.
Select the desired settings and click Apply.
Click OK to save the settings and close the window.
2.4 Personalizing Your Desktop
Choosing Wallpaper
Choosing a Screen Saver
Choosing a Desktop Theme
Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop
2.4.1 Choosing Wallpaper
To make your notebook reflect your style, you can set
background colors and patterns, the wallpaper, on the desktop.
Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task >
Change the desktop background.
The Display Properties window offers a choice of wallpapers.
Choose the name of the wallpaper you want to display, or click
(None) if you prefer not to use a wallpaper image.
You can also choose your own images by choosing Browse, and
specifying images in a directory.
The Position pull-down menu lets you either Tile your selected
image, Center (places one copy of the image in the center of the
screen) or Stretch (enlarges it to fit the screen).
To accept the settings, click OK and close the Display
Properties window.
2.4.2 Choosing a Screen Saver
Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task >
Choose a screen saver.
Select a screen saver from the Screen Saver pull-down menu, or
click (None) if you prefer not to activate a screen saver.
You can customize your screen saver by choosing Settings. To
check your selections, choose Preview.
To accept the settings, click OK and close the Display
Properties window.
2.4.3 Choosing a Desktop Theme
Desktop themes change the appearance of your desktop and add
sound effects:
Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Pick a task >
Change the computer's theme.
Select a theme from the Theme pull-down menu in the Display
Properties Window, and then click OK.
2.4.4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop
A shortcut is an icon that is placed on the desktop let you quickly
access programs, files, folders, and drivers. To create a shortcut:
Open My Computer or Windows Explorer, and highlight the
file or program you want to create a shortcut to.
Click and hold down the right TouchPad button, drag the
highlighted item to the Windows desktop, and then release the
right TouchPad button to display a pop-up menu.
Click Create Shortcut(s) Here.
An icon appears on your desktop - double-click to activate the
shortcut.
2.5 Display
Adjusting Brightness
Using an External Monitor or Television
Setting Display Resolution
2.5.1 Adjusting Brightness
To conserve power when running your notebook from the battery,
set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the
keyboard shortcuts.
2.5.2 Using an External Monitor or Television
When you start your notebook with an external display device
such as an external monitor or television attached and turned on,
the image may appear on either the display or the external device.
Alternatively, you can
Press to switch the video image to the display only, the
display and the external device simultaneously, or the external
device only.
2.5.3 Setting Display Resolution
To view a program at a specific resolution, both the video
controller and display must support the program and the
necessary video drivers must be installed.
Before changing any of the original display settings, note the
original settings for future reference.
Start > Control Panel > Pick a category > Appearance and
Themes.
Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under
or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display.
You can try different settings for Color quality and Screen
resolution.
If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the
display supports, the settings will automatically adjust to the
closest possible setting.
2.6 Networks
To access a network:
At the office, you can access a network via the built-in PCI LAN.
For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN,
consult your systems administrator.
If you are working from home or while traveling, you need a
dial-up connection. Ask your system administrator for the
telephone number of the network.
To set up the connection, go to Start > Control Panel
> Network and Internet Connections (in Classic Interface,
Network Connections).
Enter the details for your connection and click OK.
2.7 Managing Programs
Running Programs
Adding Software
Removing Software
2.7.1 Running Programs
Programs are any software that process data - like a word
processing program or an email program. They require an
operating system - like Windows XP - to run on.
To run a program, click Start > Programs.
Click the program you want to run.
On the right side of the title bar in the window of any open
program, there are three icons:
minimizes the program. That is, it is removed from the screen,
but is still running. It will appear as a button on your bottom
taskbar. To restore the program, simply click the button.
enlarges (maximizes) the window to fill your entire screen.
When the window is maximized, the button switches to ,
which will reduce the size of the window when clicked.
closes the program or document.
2.7.2 Adding Software
To check what software is already installed on your computer,
click Start > All Programs. If a program is listed in the All
Programs menu or the Start menu, the software is already
installed.
Before installing software, check the software's technical
requirements to ensure that it is compatible with your notebook
and that there is enough memory and hard drive space for
installation and operation.
Temporarily disable your notebook's antivirus software before
installing software. See the documentation that came with the
antivirus software for detailed procedure.
Be sure to enable your antivirus software once you have installed any
new software.
Insert the software installation CD into the CD drive and follow
the instructions that came with the software to help you respond
to the prompts on the screen.
If the software installation CD does not automatically run, click
Start > Run. In the dialogue box, type x:\setup.exe (where x is
the letter of your CD drive [usually D or E]). Then click OK and
follow the prompts on your screen.
2.7.3 Removing Software
Once you've begun removing software, do not interrupt the process.
To do so may result in data loss and corruption of your operating
system.
Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs > Change
or Remove Programs.
Select the program that you want to remove and click the
Change/Remove button. Instructions for removing programs
will appear on the screen.
Some programs may not be listed and cannot be removed via
this window. In this case, check the documentation that came
with the specific program.
2.8 Managing Files
Updating Antivirus Software
Backing Up Files
Finding Files
Copying a File on the Hard Drive
Copying a File to a Floppy Disk
Moving Files
Renaming Files
Deleting Files
Emptying the Recycle Bin
Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin
2.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software
There are thousands of known viruses, and more appear all the
time. Installing antivirus software is the only way to protect your
data, software and hardware. Regular updates are necessary to
ensure protection.
Your computer dealer can advise you regarding purchasing
antivirus software.
Before installing any software from unlicensed sources, scan
f
or viruses. Regularly backup your data to safeguard agains
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loss if your notebook is infected.
2.8.2 Backing Up Files
Regularly backing up your files will protect you from losing data
from accidental file deletion, viruses or hard drive failure.
Programs can be reinstalled, but unless you have backed up your
work, you will lose your data files.
The most convenient way to back up your files is to a CD-RW
drive, although for smaller files, you can use a floppy disk.
2.8.3 Finding Files
Right click on Start > Search.
In the search window, type either All or part of the file name or
A word or phrase in the file.
Specify where you want the system to look by specifying a drive
or folder in the Look in pull-down menu.
Windows will search the entire hard drive (or drive C
partition) if the default setting of C: is unchanged.
Click Search to begin searching.
Files found that match your search criteria are listed in the
Search Results window.
2.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive
From the Desktop, select My Computer.
Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select
(highlight) it.
Under File and Folder Tasks > Copy this file.
In the Copy Items window, select the location where you want to
copy the file.
Click Copy.
2.8.5 Copying a File to a Floppy Disk
Insert a floppy disk into the floppy drive.
From the Desktop, select My Computer.
Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select
(highlight) it.
Under File and Folder Tasks > Copy this file > Copy Items
> 3½ Floppy (A:).
Click Copy.
2.8.6 Moving Files
Never move files that are part of an installed program. Doing
so may make the program unusable.
From the Desktop, select My Computer.
Locate the file you want to move, and click the file to select
(highlight) it.
Click Move this file.
In the Move Items window, click the location where you want to
move the file.
Click Move.
2.8.7 Renaming Files
Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you
want to rename, and click the file to select (highlight) it.
Click the File menu and click Rename.
Never change a file's extension (the last three characters
after the period). Doing so may render the file unusable.
Type the new filename and press Enter.
2.8.8 Deleting Files
Never delete files that are part of an installed program.
Doing so may render the file unusable.
Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you
want to delete, and click the file to select (highlight) it.
Click the File menu and click Delete.
Click Ye s to send the file to the Recycle Bin.
If you accidentally delete a file, see Retrieving Files From the
Recycle Bin.
2.8.9 Emptying the Recycle Bin
Files remain in the Recycle Bin and take up space on the hard
drive until you empty them from the Recycle Bin.
Files deleted from a floppy disk or from a network are
permanently erased. You cannot recover them from the
Recycle Bin.
Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.
The Recycle Bin window appears and lists all deleted files, their
previous locations, and the date you deleted them.
Click the File menu, and click Empty Recycle Bin.
When the confirmation dialog box appears, click Ye s to delete all
file(s).
All files disappear from the Recycle Bin and are removed from
your notebook.
2.8.10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin
Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin and remain there until
you empty the Recycle Bin. If you delete a file in error, you can
retrieve it from the Recycle Bin:
Double-click the Recycle Bin icon .
The Recycle Bin window will appear, listing all deleted files,
their previous locations, and the dates you deleted them.
Select the file you want to retrieve, click the File menu, and then
click Restore.
The file disappears from the Recycle Bin and is moved to its
original location.
2.9 Playing CDs and Movies
Inserting Discs
Adjusting Volume
Adjusting Picture
2.9.1 Inserting Discs
Be careful not to press down on the drive tray when opening
or closing it. When the drive is not in use, keep the tray
closed.
Do not move the computer when playing CDs or DVDs.
Press the eject button on the front of the drive.
Pull the tray out.
With the label side up, place the disc in the center of the tray.
Snap the disc onto the spindle.
Gently push the tray back into the drive.
If your notebook has a CD-RW/DVD or DVD, you can watch
movies.
For more information on playing CDs or watching movies, click
Help on the CD player software or DVD player software.
2.9.2 Adjusting Volume
If you do not hear anything when playing a CD or DVD,
check that the speakers are not muted.
Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment >
Volume Control.
In the Volume Control window, click and drag the bar in the
Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or
decrease the volume.
2.9.3 Adjusting the Picture
If you receive an error message that the current resolution and
color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD
playback, adjust the display properties:
Start > Control Panel > Pick a category > Appearance and
Themes > Pick a task... > Change the screen resolution.
In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in
Screen resolution to change the setting to 1024 x 768 pixels.
Click the pull-down menu under Color quality > Medium (16
bit) > OK.