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    English User Manual v2
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    of the possibility of such damages. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer. Limitation of
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    Table of Content BEFORE YOU START ...2 INTRODUCTION...6 GETTING STARTED...11 USING THE MINI PC ...14 INTERNET CONNECTION ...22 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP...25 SCREEN UTILITIES ...32 TROUBLESHOOTING ...36 SPECIFICATIONS ...41 ii
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    to read the Quick Start Guide that comes in the box. ƒ If you are a less experienced user, you should through this manual carefully before using your computer. Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult the Troubleshooting chapters if you encounter any problems with your notebook
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    is a gas leak in the vicinity. ¾ Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special instructions. 19. Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into
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    Things you must remember before working on your computer Let your computer acclimate itself Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn't like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets
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    Introduction Preparing your Computer 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC adapter 3. Turn on your computer 6
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    screen open, you will see several features important for operating your mini PC. Front View 1. Camera 2. LCD Display This LCD panel can only support up to a maximum opening of 115-120 degrees. do not push it forcibly. 3. Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory 4. Stereo Headphone Jack
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    LED Graphic Symbol Indication Blue light indicates the system is ON. Blinking blue light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode. Blue light indicates the WLAN/Bluetooth is active. Battery status Charging - Lavender Full - Blue Low - Red Blue light indicates the hard drive and/or optical drive
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    Right Side View 1. Kensington Lock 2. 4-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Memory Card) 3. USB 2.0 Port 4. DC In Bottom View 1. Battery lock 2. Battery 3. Battery release latch 9
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    Getting Started Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer's battery pack. The adapter's AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available
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    Only use batteries that are approved by ARCHOS. All batteries are not the same and therefore should equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions or local laws. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Install the Battery Pack
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    Using the Mini PC Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. + - Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only, LCD/CRT simultaneously + - Increases the brightness level. + - Decreases the brightness level. LCD Care LCD screens are
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    The Notebook's Hot Key Controls Function Keys (Quick Keys) + - Enters the Suspend Mode. + - HSPA on/off + - WLAN on/off + - Changes Display Mode: LCD-only, CRT-only, LCD/CRT simultaneously + - Increases the speaker volume. + - Decreases the speaker volume. + - Increases the brightness
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    The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use this panel of the touchpad and slide your finger over the surface it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons. TouchPad Precautions The
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    the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status. To calibrate the battery pack follows the instructions below: 1. Insert the battery into the battery compartment and turn on the notebook. If the battery is completely without power go to the
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    Low: Indicates that there is 7 to 10 minutes charge remaining. Battery very low: Indicates used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery while the power " reset switch when you encounter hardware or software problems, which lock up the notebook. If this key
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    Using the Windows Windows Help For Windows XP help, click Start Î Help and Support and the help application will appear. Desktop The desktop will vary depending on the software installed in your notebook with different or additional shortcuts. Recycle
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    Start Button Allows easy access to all Windows programs. The Start menu allows you to adapt and show the programs used most frequently. If you wish to keep an item, right click the item and click Pin to Start menu. Selecting Log Off will enable the current user to log off and allows a new user to
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    Internet Connection There are numerous ways to connect to the Internet. This may vary according to the user's working environment as well as system specifications. ƒ Using a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) ƒ Using a wired LAN (Local Area Network) Using Wireless LAN Network for Connection to
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    Using a wired LAN for Connection to Internet For a connection to the Internet, a wired LAN environment normally uses the company's LAN or a broadband modem. 23
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    Running the BIOS Setup This Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is menu-driven software, which allows you to easily configure and change the settings. Attention: You
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    Advanced Setup 26
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    Security Boot Setup 27
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    Exit Setup System Recovery This process enables you to restore your system whether your system is damaged or for some other reason that you can not operate your computer. This process will delete all personal files that you have stored and return the computer to the same state as when you first
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    ƒ Click the "Recover your computer" to start the recovery procedure. ƒ You will be asked whether you would like to proceed with the recovery procedures. ƒ Click "OK" if you want to proceed or "Cancel" if you want to discontinue with the recovery procedures. This illustration will be shown twice
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    ƒ This illustration indicates the system has finished the recovery procedure. 30
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    Screen Utilities You can click the touchpad or mouse right button on the desktop where there are no icons and select the "Properties" item. Select the "Display Settings" option. Click on the "Advanced Settings" tab to enter "Digital Flat Panel (1024x768) on Mobile Intel® 945 Express Chipset" window
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    Display Devices Display Settings Color Correction 33
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    Hot Keys 34
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    the following scenarios and possible solutions. If the error continues, make sure it is related to the device itself and now a Windows problem before contacting ARCHOS technical support for service information. Before taking further actions, consider the following suggestions: ƒ Check to see if the
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    codec mentioned in the spec is the default recording device. Hard Disk Problems The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognized ƒ Check cache to speed up the performance. Check the browser's online help for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing temporary Internet files. ƒ
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    resolution to1024x600. The screen flickers - ƒ It is normal if the display flickers a few times during shutting down or powering up. Keyboard and Mouse Problems The built-in touch pad performs erratically ƒ Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad
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    USB2.0 Problems The USB device I have connected does not work ƒ Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel. ƒ Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers from the manufacturer of the device. ƒ Contact the device vendor for additional support. 39
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    to 1GB Core Logic ƒ Intel 945GSE+ICH-7M VGA ƒ 945GSE Audio Codec ƒ Realtek ALC662 Card reader (4 in 1) ƒ Support SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Memory Card ƒ USB2.0 interface LAN Controller ƒ Supports 10/100 Mb/s ƒ MII interface Wireless LAN ƒ Mini Card form with USB interface ƒ IEEE 802.11 b/g ƒ Single Antenna
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    . 40W Watts Speaker/MIC ƒ Two built-in speakers ƒ Built-in Microphone and external microphone jack BIOS ƒ Supports PnP, ACPI 3.0 ƒ Supports external USB flash boot up. ƒ AMI BIOS support Power Management (Silent mode) ƒ "Smart Power II" Power Management Physical Outline ƒ Dimension: 258 mm x 189 mm
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