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    CHAPTER 1 Preface
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    CE Conformity ...1-6 Safety Instructions...1-7 Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery 1-11 WEEE Statement ...1-15 Optical Drive Device Notice ...1-22 Trademarks...1-22 Reversion History ...1-22 Introductions Manual Map ...2-2 Unpacking...2-3 Specification...2-4 Product Overview ...2-8 Top
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    the Battery Power...3-4 ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function 3-9 Power Management in Windows OS 3-11 Energy Saving Tips...3-13 Basic Operations ...3-14 Safety and Comfort Tips...3-14 Having a Good Work Habit...3-15 Knowing the Keyboard ...3-16 Knowing the Smart Pad...3-23 About Hard Disk Drive
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    Preface 1-4 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup...4-2 When to Use BIOS Setup...4-2 How to Run BIOS Setup...4-2 Control Keys ...4-3 BIOS Setup Menu...4-4 Main Menu...4-5 Advanced Menu...4-7 Boot Menu ...4-9 Security Menu...4-10 Save & Exit Menu ...4-12
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help. NOTE Š The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
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    Preface 1-6 Š Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
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    Preface 1-7 Safety Instructions Š Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Š All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. Keep the User's Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature
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    to the value of 100~240V before connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Š Always unplug the AC power cord before installing any add-on card or module to the equipment. Š Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall socket if the equipment would be
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    get the equipment checked by a service personnel: Š The power cord or plug is damaged. Š Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. Š The equipment has been exposed to moisture. Š The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work according to User's Manual. Š The equipment was dropped and
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    and recycling and should not be thrown away Š Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
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    les batteries usages conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (German) (Deutsch) VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz o con uno equivalente come indicato nel manuale del produttore. Smaltire le batterie usate come da istruzioni del produttore. (Russian
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    Preface 1-12 (Turkish) (Türkçe) UYARI: Pil yanlıs yerleştirilirse patlayabilir. Aynı ya da muadili bir pille degistiriniz. Kullanılmış pilleri üreticinin talimatlarına göre degerlendiriniz. (Greek (Polish) (Polski) OSTRZEŻENIE: Nieprawidłowa wymiana może spowodować eksplozję baterii. Zamianę moż
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    Preface 1-13 (Korean (Vietnamese) (Tieng Viet) LƯU Ý: Thay thế pin không tương thích có thể dẫn đến nguy cơ bị nổ. Chỉ thay thế bằng pin cùng loại hoặc loại tương ứng khuyên dùng bởi nhà sản xuất thiết bị. Vứt bỏ pin đã sử dụng theo hướng dẫn của nhà sản xuất. (Thai (Indonesian) (Bahasa
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    batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruction. (Finnish) (Suomi) VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan
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    discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.
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    Preface 1-16 (French) (Français) Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou tout
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    Preface 1-17 (Turkish) (Türkçe) Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların ü
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    Preface 1-18 (Traditional Chinese 2005 年 8 月 13 2002/96/EC (Simplified Chinese 2005 年 8 月 13 2002/96/EC (Japanese 2005 年 8 月 13 EU WEEE (Korean 2005 년 8 월 13 EU 2002/96/EC (Vietnamese) (Tieng Viet) Theo Hướng dẫn của Liên minh Châu Âu ("EU") về Thiết bị điện & điện tử đã qua sử
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    Preface 1-19 (Indonesian) (Bahasa Indonesia) Sesuai dengan Regulasi Uni Eropa ("UE") perihal WEEE (Limbah Peralatan Listrik dan Elektronik), Directive 2002/96/EC, yang berlaku sejak 13, 2005, produk "peralatan listrik dan elektronik" tidak lagi dapat dibuang sebagai sampah umum dan pabrik
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    Preface 1-20 (Swedish) (Svenska) Under Europeiska unionens ("EU") Weee-direktiv (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), Direktiv 2002/96/EC, vilket trädde i kraft 13 augusti, 2005, kan inte produkter från "elektriska och elektroniska utrustningar" kastas i den vanliga hushållssoporna längre
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    Preface 1-21 (Norwegian) (Norsk) Under den europeiske unionens ("EU") direktiv om deponering av elektronisk og elektrisk utstyr, direktiv 2002/96/EC, som trer i effekt 13. august 2005, kan ikke produkter av "elektronisk og elektrisk ustyr" lenger deponeres som husholdningsavfall og fabrikantene av
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    as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT." To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest "AUTHORIZED service station." To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try
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    CHAPTER 2 Introductions
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    for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. Manual Map This User's Manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to operate this instructions on using keyboard, touchpad, hard disk drive, and optical storage drive. Beside, the steps of installing and uninstalling the battery
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    listed above may change without notice. Introductions Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and Manual High-capacity Li-ion battery AC adapter and power cord Carry bag (optional) All-in-one application disk, containing the full version of user's manual, drivers
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    Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight 383(W) x 249.5(L) x 37.6~32.3(H)mm 2.4 kg (with 6-cell battery) CPU Support Processor L3 Cache Special Notification Intel Calpella (Dual core) 3MB (based on CPU) The actual processor preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you
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    2-5 Introductions Power AC/DC Adapter (1) (optional) 65W, 19V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 3.42A AC/DC Adapter (2) (optional) 90W, 19V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 4.74A RTC Battery Yes Special Notification The actual battery pack that comes with
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    PDIF-out RJ45 HDMI Card Reader 15 pin D-Sub x 1 x 3 (USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 2 optional) x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 (SD/ SDHC/ SDXC/ MMC/ MS/ MS Pro) The supported memory cards may vary without notice. Communication Port (Items listed here may vary without notice) LAN 10/100/1000 Wireless LAN 802.11b
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    Introductions 2-7 Audio Sound Controller Internal Speaker Internal Microphone Sound Volume WebCam HD camera Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Hole Compliance Realtek® ALC892 x 4 x 1 Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key & SW 1280 x 720 Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only Fast
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    view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook. 1 4 5 6 2 1. Internal Microphone 2. Webcam / Webcam LED 3. Quick Launch Buttons 4. Touchpad Switch 5. Touchpad 6. Keyboard / Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons 3
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    when this function is turned off. 3. Quick Launch Buttons Press the quick launch button to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently. Volume Down Volume Up Š Press the Volume Down or Volume Up button to decrease or
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    of the Cinema Pro function appearing on the display to learn the function status. Wireless LAN (optional) P1 TDE (Turbo Drive Engine) Š Press this button to launch the Wireless LAN function. Š When AC power is connected, press this button to activate the TDE function. With this function activated
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    enable or disable the touchpad. There is an optional LED on the button, glows when the touchpad is disabled. 5. Touchpad This is a pointing will be able to do work more efficiently. The descriptions mentioned here are for reference only, and may be optional supported depending on the models users
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    saving modes provided by ECO Engine, or to turn this function off recurrently. Š Refer to the Power Management section in chapter 3 of this manual for the detailed information of this ECO Engine, Power Saving Function. Š Note that ECO Engine is an optional function. + Webcam Š Press and hold the
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    Fn button, and then press the F8 button to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi) function on. Press again to turn it off. + Bluetooth (optional) + 3G (optional) Š Press and hold the . Š This 3G function is optional supported depending on the model users purchased. This function button will not be available when
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    Introductions 1 2 1. Status LED 2. Card Reader 1. Status LED Bluetooth Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use: Blinking blue when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical drive device. Bluetooth Š Bluetooth LED indicator glows blue when Bluetooth function is enabled. Š Warning
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    WiFi) (optional) Wireless LAN (WiFi) (optional) Š Wireless LAN LED indicator glows blue when Wireless LAN (WiFi) battery. Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer. Š Battery LED goes out when it is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter
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    Š Glowing blue when the system is activated. Š LED goes out when the system is turned off. 2. Card Reader The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), SDXC (eXtended Capacity), MS (Memory Stick) or MS
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    This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device. The actual device preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased. 2. USB Port The USB port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more
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    looped around a permanent object, such as a heavy table or other similar equipment, thus securing the notebook in place. 2. Power Connector To connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for the notebook. 3. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air
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    connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. 6. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Connect your speakers to the proper connectors as shown below. Mic In
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    Introductions 2-20 Rear Side View 1. Battery Pack 1 1. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.
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    5. Stereo Speaker 5 1. Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. 2. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.
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    cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to unlock position, the battery is removable. 4. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 5. Stereo Speaker Give high quality sound
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    CHAPTER 3 Getting Started
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    It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC power is connected, recharging the battery will start immediately. Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook
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    1. Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord. 2. Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC/DC adapter. 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the electrical outlet. Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC/DC
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    This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on their own. Also, note that the limited warranty
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    reference only. Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Locate the steady gutter of the battery pack, and the battery bolt on the battery tray as shown right. 2. Align the steady gutter and battery bolt with correct orientation and make
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    sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. 3 2 2. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position. 5 3. Locate the battery release button on 4 the bottom side. 4. Push and hold the release button to the battery releasing direction as shown on the bottom side
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    disposal in your area. Conserving Battery Power Efficient battery power is critical to maintain a normal operation. If the battery power is not managed well, the saved data and customized settings may be lost. To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: Š Suspend
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    , to optimize the life of battery, we suggest that consuming the battery power completely once a month is necessary. Š If you do not use the notebook for a long time, it is suggested to remove the battery pack from your notebook. This may be helpful to extend your battery life. Š The actual charging
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    - Gaming mode, Movie mode, Presentation mode, Office mode, and Turbo Battery mode, to extend the battery running time while performing different tasks with this notebook. Read the instructions bellow to activate the ECO Engine power saving function: 1. Press and hold the Fn button. 2. Press the
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    Getting Started 3-10 Presentation Mode Select this mode while performing presentation applications. Office Mode Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks. Turbo Battery Mode Select this mode to maximize the battery running time. ECO Off Selected to disable ECO Engine.
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    mode after a period of user inactivity. Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS: 1. "Power Options" selection in Windows OS allows you to control the power management features of your display, hard drive, and battery. Go to the Start menu and click on the
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    3-12 1 2 3 4 Getting Started
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    . Š Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. Š Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer's power management. Š Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall socket if the computer would be
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    instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work when operating. Š Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists. Š Adjust the angle/position of the LCD panel
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    is important if you have to work with your notebook for long periods of time; otherwise, it may cause discomfort or injury to you. Please keep the following tips in mind when operating. Š Change your posture frequently. Š Stretch and exercise you body regularly. Š Remember to take a break after
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    Getting Started 3-16 Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. Typewriter keys Numeric keys The keyboard shown here may vary from the actual one,
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    Getting Started 3-17 Typewriter Keys In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several keys for special purposes, such as [Ctrl,] [Alt,] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status
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    Getting Started 3-18 Cursor Keys The four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys are used to control the cursor movement. Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line. Move the cursor down for one line. Move to the
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    Keys „ Windows Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( ) and one Application Logo key ( ) on the keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. For more information of the two keys, please refer to your Windows
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    Getting Started 3-20 Enable or disable the touchpad function. + Decrease the LCD brightness. + Increase the LCD brightness. + Decrease the built-in speaker's volume. + Increase the built-in speaker's volume. + Disable the computer's audio
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    keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these quick launch buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently. + Smart the button, glows when the touchpad is disabled. + User Defined or Windows Search (optional) + ECO Engine (Power Saving) Š Press and hold
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    Fn button, and then press the F8 button to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi) function on. Press again to turn it off. + Bluetooth (optional) + 3G (optional) Š Press and hold the Fn Š This 3G function is optional supported depending on the model users purchased. This function button will not be available when
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    while operating the notebook, and is capable to detect the changes of the multi-finger movement performed by users precisely. This significant using the notebook. 1. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on and control the cursor on the
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    recurrently. Š There is an optional LED on the button, glows when the touchpad is disabled. Brief Usages to the Smart Pad For the further information on how to use the Smart Pad function specifically, please refer to the instructions of Smart Pad by double clicking the Smart Pad icon ( the screen
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    Single clicking the Left button of the mouse. Š Double taping the touchpad with one finger. Š Double clicking the Left button of the mouse. Š Touch the touchpad with single finger and move around your finger on the touchpad. Š Cursor moving. Š Move the cursor to a particular object with single
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    two fingers and remain the fingers on the touchpad. Š Move the two fingers on the touchpad vertically. Š Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad. Š Move the two fingers on the touchpad horizontally. Š Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on
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    the Magnifying Glass function. Š To control the magnifying glass, touch the touchpad with single finger and move around your finger on the touchpad. Š To disable this function, simply tapping the touchpad once with single finger. Š Touch the touchpad with three fingers and remain the fingers on the
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    the three fingers to the upper side of the touchpad to browse "Computer." Š Touch the touchpad with three fingers and remain the fingers on the touchpad. Š Move the three fingers to the lower side of the touchpad and remain the fingers on the touchpad still. Š Move a finger to the right or to the
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    object counterclockwise. Refer to the second gesture. Š Rotating a selected object clockwise or counterclockwise. Š Taping the touchpad once with two fingers. Š May be defined by Users. Š Taping the touchpad once with three fingers. Š May be defined by Users. Š Place and remain a finger on the
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    system, please backup your critical files regularly. Do not turn off the notebook when the hard disk In-use LED is on. Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when the notebook is turned on. The replacement of hard disk drive should be done by an authorized retailer or service representative.
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    model you purchased. „ Super Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive. „ Blu-ray: It is a high-capacity optical disc that holds 4.5 hours of high-definition video (HD) on a single-sided, single-layer 25GB disk. Blu-ray supports
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    the tray. 2. Do not leave the disk tray open. Getting Started Inserting the Disk The following instructions describe the general procedure when operating the optical storage device: 1. Confirm that the notebook is turned on to secure it into place. 5. Push the tray back into the drive. 2 3 4 5
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    Getting Started 3-33 Removing the Disk Follow the instructions below to remove the disk that is placed in the optical storage device: 6. Press the eject button on the drive's panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. 7. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended. 8. Hold the disk by
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    This notebook provides USB ports for connecting various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, digital camera, webcam, printer, and external optical storage device, etc. To connect these devices, install the drivers for each device first if necessary, and then connect the device to the notebook. This
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    Getting Started 3-35 Connecting the External Display Devices This notebook provides a VGA port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. The 15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows users to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view
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    standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi- power on the notebook and the external display should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2]. Alternately, you can change
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    of the notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your MIS staff or network manager for help.
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    Getting Started 3-38 Using Wireless LAN Connection (optionally supported) This notebook is equipped with wireless LAN module which allows users to perform fast data transmission with the standard IEEE 802.11 for wireless LAN. This gives users the mobility to move around within a broad coverage
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    , printers, GPS receivers, PDAs, digital cameras, and video game consoles through a secure, globally unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) 2.4 GHz short-range radio frequency bandwidth. For more instructions or detailed steps on using the Bluetooth function, please ask your MIS staff
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    Getting Started 3-40 Components Replacement and Upgrade Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, wireless LAN / Bluetooth module and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user's request depending on the models users purchased. 1 2 5
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    refer to the section of Using the Battery Power for details. This notebook is equipped with a wireless LAN/ Bluetooth module, and the module may be upgradable and replaceable by authorized dealer or service center. This notebook is equipped with a hard disk drive, and this storage device may be
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    5 This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device, and this storage device may be upgradable and replaceable by the authorized dealer or service center. To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User's Manual provided. For any further information about
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    CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup
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    requested to run SETUP. Š You want to change the default settings for customized features. Š You want to reload the default BIOS settings. How to Run BIOS Setup? To run the BIOS Setup Utility, turn on the notebook and press and options on your Notebook may be different because of BIOS update.
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    the setting value or make changes. 1) Open the selected item to change setting options. 2) Bring up a sub-menu when available. In some items, press this key to change setting field. Bring up help screen providing the information of control keys. 1) Exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 2) Return to the
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    as power consumption, USB/ PCI devices, of the notebook in order to achieve a better performance. Boot Menu Set up boot type and boot sequence. Security Menu Install or clear the password settings for administrator and user. Save & Exit Menu Save or discard the changes before leaving the BIOS Setup
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    date. The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Day Month Date Year Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). The date from 01 to 31. The year can be adjusted by users. Š System Time
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    BIOS Setup 4-6 Š System Information This item provides the information about the firmware, processor, and system memory.
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    BIOS SpeedStep technology. When set to Disabled, the system always operates in a conserve power mode. If you want optimize the processor, set this item to Enabled, so Disabled while installing Windows XP, otherwise select Enabled for AHCI driver is needed. Setting options: Enabled and Disabled. Š
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    BIOS Setup 4-8 Š Legacy USB Support Selecting Enabled allows users to use USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, or portable disk, in DOS system; or allows users to boot the system by USB device. Setting options: Enabled, Disabled and Auto.
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    . Setting to On will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on. Setting to Off will allow the users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad. Š Set Boot Priority These items showing the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.
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    BIOS Setup 4-10 Security Menu Š Setup Administrator Password When this item is selected, a message box abandon password setting. Note that Administrator Password field allows users to enter and change the settings of the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, while User Password field only allows users to enter the
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    below: Setup The password is required only when users try to access to BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Always The password is required every time when the Notebook is powered on or when users try to access to BIOS SETUP UTILITY. To clear a set Administrator Password/ User Password, just press [Enter] under
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    and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Š Save Changes and Reset Save the changes you have made and reset the utility. Š Discard Changes and Reset Ignore the previous configuration and reset the BIOS setup utility. Š Restore Defaults Select this item to load the default
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CHAPTER 1
Preface