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Getting Started
☞ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE
It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the
system main battery while you are on the road. You should find a working
place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen
brightness. Also, you can choose the available mode on the Power Management
item of the Control Panel in Windows.
2.2
Connecting the AC Power Source
The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges
the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.
To connect the power adapter:
1.
Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.
2.
Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet.
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3.
Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the left
of the computer.
☞ Whenever possible, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter connected
to the notebook and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous
power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power
breakdown.
☞ Please be sure to use LSE0202A1990 power supply adapter for this notebook
computer.
☞ y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to
be used.
y Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support
the total current load of all the connected devices.
y Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any
external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).
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2.3
Starting Your Computer
The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. Press the
Power/Resume button to start your computer and check that if the Power
LED turns on.
After a few seconds, the computer’s display will turn on and your computer will
begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system
components are running properly. Any error found during the test will be
displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well.
After the test, the screen will also display a message "press  to enter
SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer
already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer
to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.
After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up
the operating system from your hard drive. The notebook computer normally
comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive.
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Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your
dealer for assistance.
2.4
Adjusting the Display Controls
The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by  + and  +
 keys respectively. You need to press these hot-key controls after
powering on your notebook to suit your viewing pleasure.
The Brightness hot-key control adjusts the brightness on the LCD. The
brightness hot-key control will not set the LCD completely dark or bright; it
provides sufficient lighting to the LCD to match the external lighting of the
surrounding. The brighter the room, the more you need to increase the
brightness of the LCD.
2.5
Installing the Notebook Device
Drivers
If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer,
it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of
your computer. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they
have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not,
follow the procedures below:
INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE
To install Windows XP directly from your optical disk drive, please go to Boot
menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "CD-ROM Drive", then
use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit Saving
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Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows XP installation CD into optical
disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation.
INSTALLING THE AGP DRIVER
For the best and fast performance of video AGP, please install the driver of the
AGP. Follow the procedures indicated below to install the AGP driver.
Installing AGP device driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\AGP\Setup.exe".
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER
Following is the procedures for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter
VGA driver to your computer:
Installing VGA device driver for Windows XP
1.
Click Start, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click Browse and specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\VGA\Setup.exe".
3.
Click OK to implement the setup program for driver installation. The
Welcome dialog box appears.
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4.
Click Next to continue and click Yes to accept the License Agreement.
5.
There are two choices appeared as "Express: Recommend" and
“Custom : For advanced user and system administrators” for your
selection. Choose either of these to continue the process, if you choose
Custom, moreover, you should press Next twice to continue the
advanced program.
6.
Press Finish to restart your computer.
INSTALLING THE IDE DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the advanced IDE controller. Installing the
driver will enhance the stability and performance
Installing IDE device driver for Windows XP
1.
Click Start, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click Browse and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\IDE\Setup.exe".
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE AUDIO DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the Realtek Audio controller.
Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP
1.
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Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
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2.
Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Audio\Setup.exe"
where the audio driver is located
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Askey Data Fax Modem
driver:
Installing Modem driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\modem\setup.exe"
where the audio driver is located
3.
Follow the instruction to finish the installation.
INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver:
Installing LAN driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\LAN\setup.exe"
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3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE FIR (FAST IR) DEVICE DRIVER
Your notebook computer uses the Fast IR controller.
Installing FIR device driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\FIR\Setup.exe".
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to finish the installation.
INSTALLING THE PCMCIA DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the PCMCIA driver:
Installing the PCMCIA driver for Windows XP
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1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\PCMCIA\Setup.exe".
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3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE KEYBOARD CONTROLLER DRIVER
Installing keyboard controller driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\KBC\setup.exe"
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE SYNAPTICS – TOUCH PAD DRIVER
Installing Synaptics – Touch Pad driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Touch Pad\Setup.exe", then click OK to install
this setup program.
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
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4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE 4 IN 1 CARDREADER DRIVER
Installing CardReader driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the Run dialog box.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\CardReader\Setup.exe", then click OK to
install this setup program.
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
5.
Press Finish to restart your system.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE DRIVER
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Wireless LAN driver:
Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP
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1.
Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon, change to Hardware tag, then click on the
Device Manager folder tab. You will find the Network Adapters.
3.
Right-click RF Controller, and Select Driver tag, then choose Update
Driver.
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4.
Tick Install from a list of specific location (Advanced) and then click
Next.
5.
Click the "Include this location in the search". Then, click Browse
button and point to the Wireless LAN driver location as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless LAN". Click Next to search and to
install the driver.
6.
Click Finish button to finish installing Wireless LAN driver.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE UTILITY
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Wireless LAN device
utility:
Installing Wireless LAN device utility for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button and then click Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless LANUtility\Setup.exe"
3.
Implement the setup program to install this driver. The Welcome dialog
box appears.
4.
Click Next to process the further step continuously if screen displays this
command.
5.
Click Accept for the License Agreement.
6.
Press Finish to finalize the installation Wireless LAN Utility.
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS MOUSE DEVICE DRIVER
Installing Wireless Mouse driver for Windows XP
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
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2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\Wireless Mouse\Battery_Bind.exe"
3.
Follows the instruction to finish the installation.
INSTALLING EZMAIL LIGHT DRIVER
Installing EzMail Light for Outlook 98/2000/2002 driver on Windows
XP
2.6
1.
Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.
2.
Click the Browse button to specify the directory as
"E:\Drivers\WinXP\EzMail\EzMail.exe".
3.
Click Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays
this command.
4.
Click Finish to finanize the installing procedure.
Turning off Your Computer
If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the
power of the computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need
to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system.
After turning off the computer, make it a habit to leave the LVDS panel open
for a while whenever used for an extended period of time. This allows the
inside parts of the computer to cool off. Closing the panel will force the heat
up against the LCD screen, which may degrade the LCD when done regularly.
More importantly, never close the LVDS panel for a long period of time when
computer is on and power saving features are disabled.
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Using Your Notebook
This chapter describes how to operate the standard
built-in features of the notebook that you normally would
use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to
computers and to your operating system, you also need to
read the manual for the operating system on how to work
with your computer. It is very important to familiarize
yourself well with the operating system. The succeeding
chapters not only guide you to go beyond the basics, but
also try other exciting features.
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3.1
Starting Your Operating System
The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an
operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the
platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most
popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows. You should have
installed one operating system by your dealer unless you are an expert
computer user and would need a more powerful operating system. If you have
an operating system already installed in your computer, then you would be up
and running after you power on your computer and boot up the system. Check
your operating system manual on how to run it.
3.2
Understanding the Keyboard
Functions
Your notebook computer is equipped with an 88 keys keyboard that provides
all the functionality of a full-sized 101 or 102-key IBM keyboard. Aside from
the standard typewriter-layout keyboard of your computer, there are a number
of extra features and function controls on the built-in keyboard including
Windows system hot keys.
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1. Function Keys
2. Control Keys
3. Windows Start Menu Key
4. Control Keys
5. Windows Shortcut Key
6. Cursor Control Keys
Keyboard
Key features and operations are described below:
•
Function Keys
Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on
the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special
functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with
dual functions.
•
Control keys — Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction
with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and
hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press CtrlC" means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C. Key
combinations work especially to the application you are running.
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Windows keys
Use the following two keys to facilitate your work:
➟
Start Menu key
Displays the Start menu.
➟
Shortcut/Application key
Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right
mouse button.
•
Cursor Control keys
Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you
want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar
depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text
typed is inserted.
•
Typewriter keys
Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and
characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when
combined with control keys.
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BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS
Keypad
Function Description
 key. Execute a command.
Within many text editing application
programs, the  key inserts a hard
carriage return, just like what ordinary
typewriter does.
 key. Press this key to cancel or
escape from a command or function.
Enter
Esc
 key. Known as the Print Screen
key. Press this key to map the whole screen
to share memory for your specific usage.
PrtScr
SysRq
PrtScr
SysRq
Fn
+ key. Used for
multitasking operating system.
Pause
Break
Pause
Break
Fn
Ins
Del
 key. Press this key to
temporarily halt execution of a command.
Pressing any other key to resume
execution of a command.
+ key. Press this key to
temporarily halt execution of a command.
Pressing any other key to resume
execution of a command.
 key. Known as the Insert key.
Press this key to toggle the keyboard data
entry from insert to type over mode.
 key. Known as the Delete key.
Press this key to delete the character to
the right of the cursor, or delete marked
texts or items.
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Keypad
Backspace
Shift
Tab
Ctrl
Alt
Num
LocK
Caps
Lock
ScrLocK
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Function Description
 key. Press this key to delete
the character to the left of the cursor.
 key. Press this key in
combination with alphabet letters to
produce uppercase letters in typing. Use
this key in combination with those twocharacter keys (found on the second row
of the keyboard) to produce the upper
marked keys. Also used in most
application program in combination with
other keys to execute a certain command.
 key. Press this key to move the
cursor to the next tab stop on the right
side. This key works much the same as in
ordinary typewriter.
 key. Known as the Control key.
Used in most application program in
combination with other keys to execute a
certain command.
 key. Known as the Alternate key.
Used in most application program in
combination with other keys to execute a
certain command.
 key. Activates the
embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The
keys are color coded blue.
 key. Used in most
application program to always activate
uppercase alphabet characters.
 key. Used in most
application program to scroll the screen
without having to move the cursor.
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CURSOR CONTROL KEYS
Keypad
Function Description
Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a
time.
Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one
line at a time.
Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one
space at a time.
Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right
one space at a time.
SCREEN CONTROL KEYS
Keypad
Function Description
Home
 key. Moves the cursor to the beginning
of a screen or line.
PgUp
 key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a
time
PgDn
 key. Moves the cursor down one screen
at a time
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Keypad
Function Description
 key. Moves the cursor to the end of a
screen or line.
End
WINDOWS HOT KEYS
Keypad
Function Description
 key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu.
 key. Performs a mouse right-click
function for Windows system.
SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS
The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual
functions. When pressed in conjunction with the  key, these keys set
specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys".
Keypad
Function Description
Disables the built-in wireless LAN.
F2
Fn
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Keypad
Fn
F3
F6
Fn
Function Description
Switches display between LCD, CRT, or
LCD and CRT simultaneously.
Enable or Disables the built-in system
speakers.
Fn
F8
F9
Fn
Increases the brightness of LCD display
incrementally.
Decreases the brightness of LCD display
incrementally.
3.3
Using the Glide Pad and Wireless
mouse
Your computer comes with a built-in Glide Pad pointing device that is found
on the center of the palm-rest surface.
The Glide Pad offers a number of options that let you customize how it
functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click
on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the
cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button
orientation.
The Glide Pad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under
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Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver
that is compatible with the Glide Pad device and is normally used under
Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added
features of the Glide Pad, you may want to try installing its own device driver
that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device.
In addition to Glide Pad, the N/B also comes with a wireless mouse. It works
the same as normal computer mouse, however, by the wireless technology, you
don't have to physically attach it to computer. User can operate the computer
in a short range without facing the mouse directly to the computer.
1. Left Selection Button
2. Scroll button/wheel
2. Right Selection Button
4. Glide Pad
Glide Pad Features
Here how to use the Glide Pad pointing device:
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1.
The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display
screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor
pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift
your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.
2.
To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button or by simply
tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works best. To
execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the
surface.
3.
To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or
selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a doubleclick, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap,
lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the
finger remains on the pad.
4.
To scroll up or down the screen, just slide up or down the scroll pad to
move the screen up or down.
☞ Avoid spilling any liquid on the Glide pad surface and always keep the Glide
pad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built-up. Also do not expose
Glide pad to any magnetic source object.
3.4
Configuring Your Screen Display
The VGA display function of your notebook is based on a high performance
AGP local bus controller and is fully IBM VGA compatible. This controller
offers a large set of extended functions and higher resolutions especially useful
when you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT
or LCD.
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Please Refer to Section 6 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter
2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver
under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the
display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel. You would
also probably want to set the amount of color output to display sharper images
and photos.
POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS
The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when
using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT):
Display
Possible Resolution
Maximum Colors
1280x800
WXGA LCD
640x480
800x600
1024x768
1280x800
640x480
800x600
1024x768
1280x1024
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
16 million colors
CRT Only
☞ 65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16 million or
16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color.
☞ You can use the  +  hot-key to switch the display between LCD
only, CRT only, or both LCD and CRT display.
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CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS
To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just
right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control
Panel and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will
appear on your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired
configuration. Make sure to follow the configuration table above.
☞ If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver
first as mentioned on Section 6 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of
Chapter 2 in this manual. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows AGP
VGA driver.
3.5
Knowing the Power Saving Features
One of the great features in your notebook computer aside from its superior
performance is the ability to save energy power. Your computer is designed to
incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off
power of most components when system is idle or not in use. This does not
affect the performance of your system as it monitors the activity of your
computer and resumes power and operating speed when activity is detected.
This feature not only gives you longer battery hours but cooler systems and
components as well. For more information on how to control the power
management features of your computer, refer to Power Options function in
Control Panel of Windows.
The definitions of power management mode are depicted as follows:
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Full-On Mode
No device in the system is executed in power management, the system can
respond to all applications at maximum performance.
Suspend to RAM mode
All devices are powered off except the other supporting components and
system memory where your working files are stored. You can activate this
either pressing the power button, or setting the Suspend timer on the Power
Options function of the Control Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state,
press the power button.
Suspend to Disk mode
When this mode is activated, the context of the entire system is saved to disk
and all components and devices are powered off, while all clocks are also
stopped (except Real Time Clock or RTC). You can activate this by setting the
Hibernate (Windows XP) mode on the Power Management function of the
Control Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state, you can press the power
button.
Mechanical off Mode
All power, except the RTC (real time clock), has been turned off from the
system. This includes external AC power source and battery power source.
3.6
Working with the Built-in HDD
Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch IDE
hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system and
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all application software programs. You need to format the hard disk before
using. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive C after formatting.
Sometimes divided into two partitions, adding a Drive D. Since your computer
supports different hard disk capacities (to 40 GB or above), you also need to
setup the disk type first on your computer’s BIOS SETUP program before
formatting the disk drive. Your computer supports Auto-detect hard disk type,
so you do not need to set it manually. Your dealer should already have done all
of this for you. You can refer to Chapter 6 on how to run the BIOS SETUP
program.
You can increase the system’s storage capacity by replacing the standard hard
disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity.
☞ If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact your local dealer for more
information about this dealer-installable device.
☞ Always turn off your computer first before removing the hard disk drive.
Failure to do so will damage the computer and the hard disk. Avoid jarring
or moving the computer while the hard disk is still being accessed.
3.7
How to Access the Optical Disk
Drive
Your system ships with either a CD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD combo or
DVD+RW combo drive installed on the right side of your computer. You
would normally use the drive for installing operating system and software
application programs.
To insert and remove a disc on the drive:
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1.
Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the eject button found on the
door cover of the optical disk drive. The CD tray mechanism will pop-out
slightly and slowly pull out the whole length of the tray.
2.
Place the disc on top of the CD tray with the label side facing up. Gently
press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc.
3.
To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from
the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock.
☞ If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the
Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the drive.
4.
To close the optical disk drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The optical
disk drive LED will activate when the disc is detected. Wait until the LED
has turned off and then start to read the disc.
How to care the CD
When you handle CDs, pay attention to the following guidelines:
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Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the CD.
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Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either side of
the CD.
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Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures.
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Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft cloth.
☞ The optical disk drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.
3.8
Using PCMCIA Cards
WHAT IS PCMCIA?
PCMCIA or Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is a
non-profit trade association that defines the industry standard for the PC Card
technology. The goal of PCMCIA is to ensure that any PC Card can work in
any mobile computer built with a PCMCIA slot.
To allow manufacturers to add functions and technologies in the PC Card form
factor, PCMCIA has defined two PC Card types:
Type
Type II
Type III
Thickness
5.0 mm
10.5 mm
Sample Devices
Fax/Modem & Network Cards
Hard Disks (ATA Cards)
Type II Cards
Type II card has a thickness of 5.0 millimeters (mm). Type II cards are often
storage or communications devices such as Flash Memory, LAN, and Small
Computer System Interface (SCSI). Typical Type II cards include input/output
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(I/O) features such as modems and LANs. The features for Type II Cards
include following characters:
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Type II Extended Cards
Many PC cards are Type II extended cards. The extended card has an
additional physical component that protrudes beyond the traditional card
size. The extension can be as large as 40 mm deep by 9.65 mm high. This
extension provides room for additional electronics as well as a location for
external connectors. The wireless LAN card and GPRS card are examples.
The extended part is for additional electronics and antenna. Instead of
external wireless LAN PC card, you can purchase and install the built-in
wireless LAN option of this notebook
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Communication Cards
Both network PC cards and fax/modem cards can use with your notebook
computer. However, if you use built-in LAN/Modem options of this
computer, it is not necessary to use those cards. If you start the
LAN/Modem application without inserting the fax/modem card or had
the built-in LAN/Modem options installed, the application typically does
not find the card.
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Storage Cards
When you insert a storage PC card, PC card Adapter for other memory
card (i.e. Compact Flash card, SmartMedia card...) or small hard drive card
in the notebook computer, it appears as a unique drive depending on the
type of card you are using.
The following table provides sample drive designations.
Sample Drive Designations
Drive letter
C:
D:
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Location/Device
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Internal hard disk, 2nd partition
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Sample Drive Designations
Drive letter
E:
F:
Location/Device
optical disk drive
Slot 0, high-speed memory card
WHAT IS CARDBUS?
CardBus is the high-performance 32-bit PCI bus master interface from
PCMCIA. It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3.3V. Your
notebook computer incorporates the CardBus inside the PC card slot. Aside
from 3.3V CardBus PC cards, you can also insert 5V 16-bit PC cards that can
also be detected and used by your computer.
INSERTING AND REMOVING A PCMCIA CARD
Your computer includes hot swapping capability, that allows you to exchange
cards while the computer is turn on and start using it immediately.
Inserting PC Cards
To insert a PC card into the PCMCIA slot:
1.
Locate the PC card slot cover on the right side of the computer.
2.
Insert the side of PC card with the 68-pin socket into the PC slot. The face
label of the card should also be facing up.
3.
When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but
slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer. The PC card will be
detected and once the needed driver is installed, it will generate a beep
sound to indicate that the card is detected.
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Removing PC Cards
To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot, you should first disable the
PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings:
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1.
Double click the PC card icon on the right bottom side of the task bar.
2.
Select the socket from the list that you want to remove, and click Stop
button. The system then disables the function of PCMCIA card.
3.
Then you can remove the inserted PC card, push the button found on the
right side of the PC slot to release the eject button. Then push it again to
release the PC card.
4.
When the PC card has moved out a space out of the slot, hold the edges of
the card and slowly slide it out.
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MAKING PC CARDS WORK
Since PC cards come in different types and brands, making every card work on
your computer may not that be easy. PC cards like network, SCSI or
multifunction cards (MFC) need additional driver installation and configuration
in making the card work. This additional driver may already be built-in under
Windows that Windows will try to detect and prompts you if you want to install
the driver. If the driver is not included under Windows, you will need to insert
the driver CD provided by the PC card manufacturer into the optical disk drive
and install to Windows system. You need to read the manual guide of the PC
card on how to configure and operate the card.
☞ Some PC cards require additional system resources. Before inserting a PC
card you may have to disable either the USB port, or the 56K internal
modem. Check the Windows device manager to ensure that there are no
conflicts of resource amount those devices.
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NOTICE FOR HOT SWAPPING PC CARDS
Just like CD (compact disk), your PCMCIA slots allow you to replace one PC
card with another even while your computer is on. However, you need to
remember the rule that if the PC card is in use, you must not remove it.
☞ PC cards draw power even when not in use. To save energy, press the button
to disconnect the card when it is not in use.
3.9
Using Flash Memory Cards
WHAT IS FLASH MEMORY CARD?
Flash Memory is a memory storage media. It is used by most digital camera,
moreover, it can replace the traditional floppy disk. Flash memory card is built
with different form factor and brand name. Their size is smaller than PCMCIA
card. This computer supports most of the flash memory card, including MMC,
SD, SmartMedia, Memory Stick card.
The 4 in 1 card slot is used by the following cards as MMC, SD, SmartMedia
and Memory Stick.
☞ For a single moment, only one card can be inserted into the 4 in 1 card or CF
slot
Inserting Flash Memory Card
To insert a flash memory card into the slot is similar to PCMCIA card. You
only need to pay more attention whenever insert the CF card or the flash
memory card into the slot with the correct side.
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For MMC and SD card, you should position the copper connector at the
bottom side. For SmartMedia and Memory Stick card, you should position the
copper connector at the topside. All of these cards should be located at the
center of the slots in inserting.
Slot
Card type
Copper connector
4 in 1
SD (Secure Digital)
MMC (MultiMedia Card)
SmartMedia
Memory Stick
Bottom side
Bottom
Top side
Top side
Only one correct side can be accepted for the 4 in 1 card slots. If you cannot
insert the card into the 4 in 1 slot or you had inserted the card but it is not
recognized by the computer, please remove the card and turn the card upside
down and insert it again. To prevent the damage made both on card and the
slot, never forced an entry into the slot with incorrect side.
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Removing Flash Memory Card
It is similar to PCMCIA card for removing a flash memory card from the slot.
You should first disable the card setting in the system as described in the
PCMCIA chapter.
To remove the flash memory card, you should only pull out the card by finger,
there is no release button for flash memory slot.
3.9
Using U-Disk
WHAT IS U-DISK?
U-Disk is a storage media that is made from flash memory. U-Disk can save
digital data and the data is accessed through the USB port. You can use it to
exchange digital data with other devices with USB port. It is shown as an
independent storage media when connected to PC.
INSERTING U-DISK
To insert a U-Disk into the slot is similar to PCMCIA card.
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REMOVING U-DISK
To remove a U-Disk card, you should first disable the card setting in the
system as described in the PCMCIA chapter. There is no release button for
flash memory slot, you should pull out the U-Disk by finger.
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Fun with Multimedia
This chapter lets you make full use of all the
multimedia features of your computer in having fun
and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn
how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use
optical disk drive in creating an exciting full
multimedia presentation.
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4.1
Notebook Multimedia Features
Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your
computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to
perform all multimedia tasks through the following:
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AMD Mobile AthlonXP microprocessor.
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Up to 2 GB DDR SDRAM
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Optical disk drive for DVD/CD watching/playing and CD/DVD making
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ATI mobility RADEON 9600 Pro Video Graphics Engine.
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Brilliant 15.4" wide screen LCD display for dazzling video presenting.
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Playing and watching DVD movie either on the notebook or TV with
built-in TV port.
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16-bit Plug-and-Play Audio Sound System with two built-in speakers and
microphone.
Audio Sound System Features
Your computer has a built-in 16-bit stereo sound controller that allows you to
record, store, and playback voice, music and other sound effects with built-in
mixer controls. A built-in microphone jack and two mini-speakers are also
built-in into your computer to allow you to record and playback sound anytime
and anywhere.
On the left side of your computer, you will find the audio ports that include the
following:
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SPDIF out port for digitized audio signal transmission.
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Earphone or headphone jack for personal listening.
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External 1/8-inch microphone jack that connects external microphone for
recording purpose.
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Stereo Line-In Jack for connecting an external audio device such as CD
player, a tape deck, or a synthesizer as an input source.
Setting Up the Audio Driver
Properties
Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer, you need
first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought
your computer with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer
have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2
on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows.
4.4
Windows Multimedia Programs
Windows provides several multimedia programs that you can run with the
built-in features of your computer. Pointing the Start button, Programs,
Accessories, then Entertainment, you will find the Multimedia programs
group. (The section below use Window XP as examples)
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