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Notebook Manual Part 1
Notebook PC
Users’ Guide
Model
M500B1
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any
person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or
supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space
provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer.
All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase
information.
Model Number : __________________________________
Serial Number:____________________________________
Purchase Date: ___________________________________
Place of Purchase: ________________________________
Copyright © 2002
All Rights Reserved
Notebook Computer User’s guide
Original Issue: June 2002
Notebook Computer
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.
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Contents iii
Preface vii
Connecting the computer vii
Care and maintenance ix
1 Getting familiar with your computer 1
A tour of your computer 3
Top view 3
Front view 5
Left view 6
Right view 7
Rear view 7
Bottom view 9
Features 10
Display 12
Indicators 13
Keyboard 15
Special keys 15
Keyboard ergonomics 20
Touchpad 21
Launch keys 23
Storage 25
Hard disk 25
Optical drive 25
Connectivity options 28
Ethernet and LAN 28
Fax/data modem 28
Optional wireless communication 30
Fast infrared 31
Audio 32
AV control panel 33
Securing your computer 37
Security notch 37
Passwords 37
2 Operating on battery power 39
Battery pack 41
Battery pack characteristics 41
Installing and removing the battery pack 42
Charging the battery 43
Checking the battery level 44
Optimizing battery life 44
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Battery-low warning 45
Power management 45
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 46
3 Peripherals and options 47
External monitor 49
Using simultaneous display 49
S-video 50
External keyboard 51
External pointing device 52
Printer 53
Audio devices 54
PC Card 55
PC Card slot 55
USB devices 57
IEEE 1394 devices 58
Miscellaneous options 59
Additional power packs 59
Key component upgrades 60
Memory upgrade 60
Hard disk upgrade 60
4 Moving with your computer 61
Disconnecting from the desktop 63
Moving around 63
Preparing the computer 63
What to bring to short meetings 63
What to bring to long meetings 63
Taking the computer home 63
Preparing the computer 64
What to bring with you 64
Special considerations 64
Setting up a home office 64
Traveling with the computer 65
Preparing the computer 65
What to bring with you 65
Special considerations 65
Traveling internationally with the computer 65
Preparing the computer 65
What to bring with you 66
Special considerations 66
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5 Software 67
System software 69
Launch Manager 70
BIOS Utility 71
Information 72
Main 73
Advanced 75
Security 79
Boot 81
Exit 82
6 Troubleshooting 83
Frequently-asked questions 85
Error messages 87
A Specifications 89
B Notices 95
Index 103
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Preface
This notebook computer incorporates such features as CardBus, internal pointing
device, IEEE 1394, and Universal Serial Bus in an portable package.
This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day
operation of your notebook computer.
You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with
almost all of the programs shipped with your computer.
We hope you enjoy your notebook computer. With proper care, your computer
will provide you with years of productive service.
Connecting the computer
Connecting the computer is as easy as 1-2-3.
1. Insert the battery at an angle (1); press gently on the battery (2) until it click
into place. Then slide the lock/unlock latch into the lock position (3).
Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully recharge the battery,
then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again.
Perform this action twice to condition the battery pack.
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2. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in port on the computer’s rear
panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet.
3. Slide the display cover latch to the left (1) to open the display (2). Press the
power switch (3) to turn on the power. The POST (power-on self-test) routine
executes and Windows begins loading.
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Note: To turn off the power, we recommend that you use the Windows Turn
Off command to shut down the computer. If you are unable to shut down
your computer normally, press and hold the power switch for more than four
seconds to turn off the computer. If you turn off the computer and want to
turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.
Care and maintenance
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near sources of
heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above 50ºC
(122ºF).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the computer.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it. Carefully
route the power cord and any cables away from all potential traffic.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the
plug.
• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the
ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also, the total
current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not
exceed the fuse rating.
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Taking care of your battery pack
Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:
• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power off
before removing or replacing batteries.
• Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at all
possible.
Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:
1. Power off the computer and remove the battery pack.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following occurs:
• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the product.
• The computer does not operate normally.
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1 Getting familiar with
your computer
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This computer combines high-performance, versatility,
power management features and multimedia capabilities with
a unique style and ergonomic design. Work with unmatched
productivity and reliability with your new power computing
partner.
This chapter gives an in-depth "tour" of the computer’s many
features.
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A tour of your computer
Let us show you around your new notebook computer.
Top view
#Item Description
1 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays
computer output.
2 Status indicator LEDS (light-emitting diodes) that turn on and off to
show the status of the computer and its functions and
components.
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3 AV control panel Control buttons for playing audio/video media.
4 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
computer mouse.
5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use
the computer.
6 Speakers Outputs sound.
7 Click buttons (left,
center and right)
The left and right buttons function like the left and
right mouse buttons; the center button serves as a 4-
way scroll button.
8 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
9 Launch keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs. See
“Launch keys” on page 23 for more details.
10 Power button Turns on the computer power.
11 Microphone Inputs sounds and voices into your computer.
# Item Description
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Front view
#Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
2 Eject button Ejects the CD/DVD disk.
3 LED indicator Lights up when the DVD/CD-RW combo drive is
active.
4 Drive slot Slot for inserting a CD or DVD.
5 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer,
IR-aware computer).
6 Expansion module Module for optional second hard disk or optional
subwoofer.
7 Display cover latch Unlatch to open the LCD display.
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Left view
# Item Description
1 Hard disk Bay Houses the computer’s hard disk.
2PC Card slot Accepts one Type II 16-bit PC Card or 32-bit CardBus
PC Card with ZV support.
3 PC Card eject button Ejects the PC Card from its slot.
4 SD slot Accepts Secured Digital (SD) memory card.
5 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer
security lock.
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Right view
Rear view
#Item Description
1 USB ports Connect to a USB devices (e.g., USB mouse).
2 Fan slots Keep the computer cool. Do not cover these slots to
prevent the computer from overheating.
# Item Description
1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
2 External monitor port Connects to a display monitor (up to 2048x1536
resolution).
3 S-video port Connects to a television or display device with S-
video input.
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4 Modem jack Connects a phone line (only for models with an
internal fax/data modem).
5 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.
6 Microphone-in jack Connects to a microphone; supports S/PDIF (Sony/
Philips Digital Interface) digital input
7 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player,
stereo walkman).
8 S/PDIF line-out jack Connects to S/PDIF audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
9 USB port Connect to a USB devices (e.g., USB digital
camera).
10 Parallel port Connects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer).
11 IEEE 1394 port (4-
pin)
Connects to a IEEE 1394-compatible (4-pin) device
(e.g., digital video camera).
12 IEEE 1394 port (6-
pin)
Connects to a IEEE 1394-compatible (6-pin) device
(e.g., digital video camera).
#Item Description
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Bottom view
#Item Description
1 Battery lock/unlock
latch
Locks/unlocks the battery pack.
2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack.
3 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
4 Hard disk bay Houses the computer’s hard disk.
5 Hard disk protector Protects the hard disk from accidental bumps and
vibrations.
6 Memory
compartment
Houses the computer’s main memory.
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Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many
features:
Performance
• Mobile Intel® Pentium™ 4 Processor - M with Enhanced Intel®
SpeedStep™ technology
• 512K on-die L2 cache
• 15.2” 15:10 SXGA (1280x854) widescreen TFT LCD panel
• nVidia® GeForce4 Go™ high-performance graphics chipset with 32MB
frame buffer
• Onboard memory upgradable to 1024 MB with 2 DDR-266 SoDIMM
• High-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk
• Lithium Ion battery pack
• Power management system
• Dual display capability
• Simultaneous LCD and CRT display
• LCD panel supports resolution up to 1280x854
• VGA monitor supports resolution up to 2048x1536
• Embedded TV encoder supports resolution up to 1024x768
Multimedia
• AV control panel
• Playback MP3 through SD, HDD or Audio CD with system off
• Audio Codec support stereo 18-bit ADC/20-bit DAC
• AC’97 2.2 compliant stereo audio
• S/PDIF line-out jack
• Enhanced audio system with 2 speakers and an optional subwoofer
• Built-in microphone
• Slot-loading DVD/CD-RW combo drive
• S-video output port
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