MSI EX610 User Manual

MSI EX610 Manual

MSI EX610 manual content summary:

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    Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Preface General Introductions Getting Started Customizing this Notebook BIOS setup
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    comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
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    Preface FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. III
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    replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. (Finnish) VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan
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    telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch uninsulated telephone 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
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    by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Safety Instructions 1. Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. 2. Save this User Guide for possible use later. 3. 10. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: VI
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    has not worked well or you can not get it work according to User's Manual. w The equipment was dropped and damaged. w The equipment has obvious signs 13. To prevent explosion caused by improper battery replacement, use the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer only. 14.
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    Preface WEEE Statement (English) Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment" cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of
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    Preface Español) Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equipos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos clasificados como "eléctricos y equipos electrónicos" no pueden ser depositados en los contenedores habituales de su
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    Preface momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia. (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
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    registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows® 2000/ XP/ Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. w AMI® is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc. w PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Notebook
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    Using Lithium Battery IV Caution on Using Modem V Optical Device Drive Notice V Macrovision Notice VI Safety Instructions VI WEEE Statement VII Trademarks ...XI Release History XI Introductions How to Use This Manual 1-2 Unpacking ...1-4 Getting Started Specification ...2-2 Product Overview
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    Pack 2-18 Using the Battery Pack 2-21 Basic Operations 2-23 Safety and Comfort Tips 2-23 Have a Good Work Habit 2-24 Knowing the Keyboard 2-25 Knowing the Touchpad 2-30 About Hard Disk Drive 2-33 Using the Optical Storage 2-34 Customizing this Notebook Connecting the External Devices
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    Preface Removing the Express card 3-7 Safely Remove Hardware 3-8 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 Security menu 4-9 Boot menu 4-11 Exit menu 4-12 XIV
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    Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Preface General Introductions Getting Started Customizing this Notebook BIOS setup
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    Chapter 2, Getting Started, provides the specification of this notebook, and introduces the function buttons, quick launch buttons, connectors, LEDs and externals of this notebook. Also, this chapter instructs the correct procedure of installing or uninstalling the battery pack, and the brief ideas
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    Chapter 3, Customizing this Notebook, gives instructions not only in connecting the mouse, keyboard, webcam, printer, external monitor, IEEE 1394 devices, and communication devices, but also in installing and removing the PC card. Chapter 4, BIOS setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and
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    in the future. The package should contain the following items: w Notebook w User's Manual or Quick Start Guide w All-in-one application disk, containing the drivers, utilities, and optional recovery function. w High-capacity Li-ion battery pack w AC adapter and power cord w Phone cable/Phone jack
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    Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Preface General Introductions Getting Started Customizing this Notebook BIOS setup
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    Getting Started Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight CPU Processor Type Support Processor L1 Cache L2 Cache FSB Speed Core Chips North Bridge South Bridge Memory Technology Memory Maximum Power AC Adapter Battery Type 358 (W) x 259 (D) x 27~33 (H) mm 2.9 kg Socket S1 (638-pin, μ
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    Getting Started RTC Battery Storage HDD form factor Optical Device I/O Port Monitor HDMI USB Headphone Out Mic-in Lightscribe HD DVD (Devices listed here may vary without notice) D-Sub x 1 x 1 x 4 (USB version 2.0) x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 (S-Video) x 1 (SD/ MMC/ MS/ XD/ SM) Support 2-3
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    Getting Started LAN Wake on LAN LAN Boot Bluetooth (Optional) Wireless Lan (Optional) Express Card Slot Display LCD Type Brightness Video Graphics(UMA) VRAM LCD Dual View Function CRT Audio 10/100/1000 Ethernet Yes Yes Yes
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    Sound Codec chip Internal Speaker Sound Volume Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot BIOS Others Kensington Lock Compliance Getting Started HD audio support 2 Speakers with housing Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key & SW Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only Fast Boot Support --- Yes Yes WHQL --- PC2001 2-5
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    Getting Started Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of your notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Note: The notebook shown here may vary from the actual one. Top-open View Press the Cover Latch to open the
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    Center E-mail Press the Media Center Quick Launch Button to activate the Windows Media Center application. Press the E-mail Quick Launch Button to launch the LED Hard Disk In-use: Blinking Blue when the notebook is accessing the hard disk drive. Num Lock: Glowing Green when the Num Lock
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    w Glowing Green when the battery is being charged. w Glowing Orange when the battery is in low battery status. w Blinking Orange if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery. Wireless LAN and Bluetooth (Optional) w Glowing Green when wireless LAN function is enabled. w Glowing
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    Getting Started 3. Touchpad Pointing device of the computer.. 4. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized (US-defined) keyboard. 2-9
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    1. Card Reader The built-in card reader supports MMC (Multi-media Card), SD (Secure Digital), MS (Memory Stick), XD (eXtreme Digital), and SM (SmartMedia) cards。 2. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Microphone: Used for an external
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    high-end digital devices such as the DV (digital video camera). 3. HDMI Connector HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface Support) is a new interface standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital
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    (S-Video) cable, this connector allows you to connect a television (NTSC/PAL system) to use as a computer display. 5. TV-Tuner Connector (Optional) This notebook provides you with a high quality TV viewing experience via the TV-Tuner Connector. This connector may be a Digital TV-tuner connector; or
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    45 Connector The 10/100/1000 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection. 2. RJ-11 Connector The computer provides a A slim DVD Combo or DVD Dual or DVD Multi (DVD Dual and DVD RAM) or Lightscribe drive is available in the computer, depending on the model you purchased
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    Getting Started installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on the computer. Lightscribe function allows users to have brief texts curved on the Lightscribe disks. HD DVD (or High-Definition DVD) is a high-density optical disc format designed for the storage of data and high-
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    View 1 2 Getting Started 3 1. Kensington Lock This port is used to lock the computer to location for security. 2. Battery Pack (Rear View) This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. 3. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT
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    to unlock position, the battery is removable. 2. Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. 3. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC
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    Adapter Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately. NOTE that the AC adapter included in the package is approved for your
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    cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. Never pull the cord directly! Battery Pack 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. Releasing the Battery Pack It is recommended to have
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    pack into the compartment. 2. Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place. 3. After the right side of the battery pack fitting the right track, then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber. 4. Make sure the Lock/Unlock Button is in lock position
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    Getting Started 1 Warning 1. Do not try to disassemble THE BATTERY PACK. 2. Please follow your local laws and regulations to recycle the unused battery pack. 2-20
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    may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. w Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. w Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above +60° C (+140° F). w Do not temper with
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    before you begin charging. However, to optimize the life of battery, we suggest that consuming the battery power completely once a month is necessary. w 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
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    proper position (about 90-degree) when operating. w Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists. w Adjust the angle/position of the LCD panel, so that you can have the optimal view. w Avoid using your Notebook in the space where may cause your discomfort (such as on the bed). w The
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    Adjust the desk's height. Adjust the chair's height. Have a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit 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. w Change your
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    Getting Started Knowing the Keyboard The Notebook's keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard and an additional [Fn] key for specific functions on the Notebook. The keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. 2-25
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    Typewriter Keys Getting Started The function of these Typewriter keys is the major function of the keyboard, which is similar to the keys on a typewriter. It also provides several keys for special purposes, such as the [Ctrl], [Alt] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding
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    Cursor Keys The keyboard provides four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys at the lower right corner, which are used to control the cursor movement. Getting Started Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line. Move
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    Getting Started The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between "insert" and "overtype" modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one
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    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 manual or online help. n [Fn] Key Switch the display output mode between
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    is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the Notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. 1 2 3 1. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of
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    This procedure, called as point and click is the basics of operating your Notebook. Unlike the traditional pointing device such as the mouse, the whole touchpad can double-click. n Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your Notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor on the
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    , moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen. To configure the touchpad, you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in your Windows operating system. The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to change the configuration. 2-32
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    Getting Started About Hard Disk Drive Your Notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is your system, please backup your critical files regularly. 2. Do not turn off the Notebook when the Hard Disk In-use LED is on. 3. Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when
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    an optical storage device. The actual device installed in your Notebook depends on the model you purchased. n DVD Combo Drive RW DVD formats. n DVD Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive. n Lightscribe: Allows users to have brief texts curved on the obverse side of the
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    Getting Started Inserting the Disk The following instruction describes the general procedure when operating the optical storage device. 1. Confirm that the Notebook is turned on. 2. Press the Eject Button on the drive's panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out
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    Getting Started Removing the Disk 1. Press the Eject Button on the drive's panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. Then, gently pull the tray out until fully extended. 2. Hold the disk by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray. 3. Push the tray back into the drive. 1.
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    Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Preface General Introductions Getting Started Customizing this Notebook BIOS setup
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    Customizing this Notebook Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the Notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. IEEE 1394 Device Modem LAN Web Cam Monitor Mouse/ Keyboard Television Printer Microphone Speakers/ Earphones 3-2
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    . To connect the mouse: 1. Turn on the notebook and install the mouse driver. 2. Connect your mouse to the notebook. 3. The notebook may auto detect your mouse driver and enable the mouse function. If there is no detection of your mouse, you can manually enable the mouse by going to Start Menu
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    printer. 3. Connect the power cord and turn on the printer. 4. Turn on the notebook and the system will detect a new device. Install the required driver. For further instructions, please refer to your printer's manual. Connecting the External Monitor or TV An external monitor can be connected to the
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    in Display Properties of Windows operating system. Connecting the IEEE 1394 devices The IEEE 1394 port of the notebook is a next- camera). The IEEE 1394 standard interface supports "plug-and-play" technology, so that you can connect and remove the IEEE 1394 devices without turning off the notebook
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    RJ-45 connector 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. This built-in 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN module supports data transfer rate up to 1000Mbps. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting
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    interfaces. The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the Express Card, including how to install and remove it. For more information, please refer to the manual of your Express Card. Installing the Express Card 1. Locate the Express Card slot on your notebook. If there is
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    Customizing this Notebook Safely Remove Hardware If you connect any peripheral device to your system, the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) will appear on the taskbar. Double-click the
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    Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Preface General Introductions Getting Started Customizing this Notebook BIOS setup
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    for customized features. w 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 the [Del] key during the POST procedure. . The actual setting screens and options on your Notebook may be different because of BIOS update. 4-2
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    Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one menu title. Press right field. Bring up help screen providing the information of control keys. 1) Exit the BIOS Setup Utility. 2) Return to the previous screen in a sub-menu. 4-3
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    Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main menu will appear on the screen. The Main menu displays the system information, including the basic User's Password settings. Boot menu Set up Boot Type and Boot Sequence. Exit menu Choose decided status before leaving the BIOS menu. 4-4
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    Main menu BIOS Setup w System Time This item allows you to set the system time. The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). Month The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Date The date from 01 to 31. Year
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    BIOS Setup w Serial ATA / Primary IDE Master These items display the types of the primary IDE devices installed in the Notebook. Press [Enter] to bring up a sub-window showing the detailed information of the device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode, PIO mode and more. w System Information
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    Advanced menu BIOS Setup w PowerNow This item allows you to enable or disable PowerNow on the use of your operating system and applications. Default setting is set to Enabled. w Legacy USB Support Selecting Enabled allows you to use USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, or portable disk, in DOS
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    BIOS Setup w PCI Latency Timer This item controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before another takes over. When set to higher values,
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    Security menu BIOS Setup w Change Supervisor/User Password When you select the function, a message box will appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type the password
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    Access. The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented. Settings are described below: Setup The users try to run Setup. Always A password prompt appears every time when the Notebook is powered on or when end users try to run Setup. To clear a
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    Boot menu BIOS Setup w Boot Settings Configuration Configure settings during system boot. w Boot Device Priority Press [Enter] to bring up a sub-window showing the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system. 4-11
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    Exit menu BIOS Setup w Exit & Save Changes Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. w Exit & Discard Changes Exit the utility without saving the changes you
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General Introductions
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Chapter 2
Customizing this Notebook
Chapter 3
BIOS setup
Chapter 4
Preface