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    CHAPTER 1 Preface
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    Interference Statement 1-5 FCC Conditions ...1-6 Safety Instructions...1-7 Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery 1-9 WEEE Statement ...1-13 Trademarks ...1-20 Release History...1-20 Introductions Manual Map ...2-2 Unpacking...2-3 Specification...2-4 Product Overview ...2-8 Top-Open View
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    ECO Engine--Power Saving Function 3-2 AC Adapter ...3-4 Battery Pack ...3-6 Using the Battery Pack...3-10 Basic Operations ...3-12 Safety and Comfort Tips...3-12 Having a Good Work Habit...3-13 Knowing the Keyboard ...3-14 Knowing the Touchpad ...3-18 About Hard Disk Drive...3-21 Connecting the
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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 Security menu...4-9 Boot menu ...4-11 Save & Exit menu...4-12
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    been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are 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 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 Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: „ This device may not cause harmful interference. „
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    Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user's manual should be could damage the equipment or cause an electrical shock. Keep the User's Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Lay this equipment on
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    battery replacement, use the same or equivalent type of battery 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
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    Battery (English) CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions indicato nel manuale del produttore. Smaltire le batterie usate
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    Preface 1-10 üreticinin talimatlarına göre degerlendiriniz. (Greek (Polish) (Polski) OSTRZEŻENIE: Nieprawidłowa wymiana może spowodować eksplozję baterii. Zamianę można wykonać wyłącznie na baterię tego samego lub równoważnego typu zalecaną przez producenta urządzenia. Zużyte baterie można
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    Preface 1-11 (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 Indonesia)
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    Preface 1-12 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 tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan
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    municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life. (French) (Français) Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement électriques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC
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    Preface 1-14 zurückzunehmen. (Spanish) (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
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    Preface 1-15 (Polish) (Polski) Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej ("UE") dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw. "produkty oraz wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne " nie mogą być traktowane jako ś
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    Preface 1-16 (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 dụng, Hướng dẫn 2002/96/EC, vốn đã có hiệu lực vào ngày 13/8/2005, các sản phẩm thuộc "thiết bị điện và điện tử" sẽ không còn được vứt bỏ
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    Preface 1-17 vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus.. (Romanian) (Română) În baza Directivei Uniunii Europene ("UE") privind Evacuarea Echipamentului Electric şi Electronic, Directiva 2002/96/EC, care intră în
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    Preface 1-18 (Slovenian) (Slovensko/ Slovenščina) Skladno z določili direktive Evropske unije ("EU") o odpadni električni in elektronski opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/ES, ki je veljavna od 13. avgusta, izdelkov "električne in elektronske opreme" ni dovoljeno odstranjevati kot običajne komunalne
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    ‫‪Preface‬‬ ‫‪1-19‬‬ ‫‪majapidamisjäätmetega, ja elektri- ja elektroonikaseadmete tootjad on kohustatud sellised tooted pärast nende kasutuselt kõrvaldamist tagasi võtma.‬‬ ‫)‪) (Persian 2002/96/EC 13 2005 ‫)‪) (Arabic 2002/96/EC 13 2005
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    Preface 1-20 Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Release History Version 1.0 Revision Note First Released Date 06, 2009
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    CHAPTER 2 Introductions
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    . Also, this chapter provides the specification of this notebook, and introduces the function buttons, quick launch buttons, connectors, LEDs and externals of this notebook. Chapter 3, Getting Started, gives the basic operation instructions on using keyboard, touchpad, and hard disk drive. Beside
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    change without notice. Introductions Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure future. The package should contain the following items: Notebook Quick Start Manual High-capacity Li-ion battery AC adapter and power cord Carry bag (optional)
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    2-4 Introductions Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension Weight 349 (W) x 234 (D) x 24.5 (H) mm 1.52 kg (with 4 cell battery) CPU Processor Type Support Processor L2 Cache FSB Speed Special Notification Intel® Micro FCBGA Intel® Penryn SFF ULV processor series based on the CPU type 800
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    cells (optional) Yes The actual battery pack that comes with the Notification The actual HDD preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased. I/O (optional) x 1 (support Headphone-out function) x 1 x 1 x 1 x 1 (SD/ SDHC/ MMC) (optional) The supported memory cards may vary without
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    14" 16:9 WXGA (Glare type) Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys Video (optional) Graphics VRAM LCD Resolution CRT Output Dual View Function Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (optional) Share with the memory 1366 x 768 Supported LCD or CRT will be auto detected when connected. Webcam CMOS
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    that the memory, hard disk drive, and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user's request. To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User's Manual. For any further information about the product users
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    purchased. Top-open View The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook. 1. Webcam/ Webcam LED 2. Power Button / Power LED 3. Keyboard 4. Touchpad 5. Internal Microphone The figures show here are for reference only.
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    power ON and OFF. Power LED: Š Glowing white when the notebook power is turned on. 3. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard. Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of
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    . 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 Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F8 button to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi)/ WiMAX (optional) function on. Press again to turn it off. Š Read
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    . Press again to turn it off. + Š Read the icon on behalf of the P1 function appearing on the display P1 to learn the function status. 4. Touchpad This is a pointing device of the notebook. 5. Internal Microphone There is built-in microphone and its function is the same with microphone.
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    LAN functions is disabled. Š Note: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED goes out when you are in flight. Power On/ Off/ Suspend: Š Glowing white when the system is activated. Š Blinking white when the system is in suspend mode. Š LED goes out when the system is turned off.
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    2-13 Battery: Š Glowing white when the battery is being charged. Š Glowing amber when the battery is in low battery status. Š Blinking amber if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery. Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of battery recommended by
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    mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. HDMI Connector HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface Support) is , displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. 2.
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    4. Card Reader The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), or SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity) cards. Contact the local dealer for further and correct information and be noted that the supported memory cards may vary without notice.
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    allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. 2. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Mic-in: Used for an external microphone. Line In: Used for
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    Introductions 2-17 3. Power Connector To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the notebook.
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    Introductions 2-18 Rear Side View 1. Battery Pack 1. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected.
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    Button 4. SIM Card Slot 5. Ventilator 1. Battery Lock/ Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to unlock position, the battery is removable. 2. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is
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    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. 4. SIM card slot (optional) The notebook provides a SIM Card slot in the battery bay. Insert your SIM card into the SIM card slot properly to
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    CHAPTER 3 Getting Started
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    , provides 5 different power saving modes - 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. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F5 button repeatedly to switch among
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    Getting Started 3-3 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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    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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    3-5 Getting Started
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    Getting Started 3-6 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. Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on their own. Also,
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    in reserve for enough power supply. Please contact your local dealer to buy a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook. To remove the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. 2 2. Press the lock/ unlock button to
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    Getting Started 3-8 5. Carefully slide out the 6 battery pack a bit to the location with "open" mark. 6. Take the battery pack out of the battery tray.
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    Getting Started 3-9 Replacing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Align the front edge of the battery pack to the location with "open" 1 mark shown aside the battery tray 2. Place the battery pack into the battery tray vertically with correct orientation.
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    serious injury. Š Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Š Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to saved data and customized settings may be lost. To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below:
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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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    notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook to support your wrists. Š Adjust the angle/position of the LCD panel to have an optimal view. Š Avoid using your notebook in the
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    keep a good posture. 1 5 5. Adjust the chair's height. Having 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. Š Change
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    Getting Started 3-14 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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    3-15 Typewriter Keys In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several keys for special purposes, such Keys Find the numeric keys among the keyboard, and activate the Num Lock function to use these numeric keys to enter numbers and calculations.
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    Getting Started 3-16 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 to the previous page. Move the cursor right for one space. Move to the next page. Move the cursor up for one
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    -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. „ [Fn] Key + + Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. Enable or disable the touchpad
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    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. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on and control the
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    touchpad: „ Configuring the Touchpad configure the touchpad, you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in finger and place it on a proper location of the touchpad to continue the movement. „ Point and Click When slightly on the touchpad or press the left button to select. This procedure
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    as a left button, so that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button. Tapping twice more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double-click. „ Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor
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    Getting Started 3-21 About Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard 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
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    here are for reference only. Using the External Optical Storage Device An optional external optical storage device may come with the package of the notebook. The actual external optical storage device may vary depending on the model you purchased. The devices shown in the reference figures here may
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    allows you to record CD format and both the -R/RW and +R/RW DVD formats. „ 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 the high-definition video (HD) on a single-sided disk. Blu-ray
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    various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, digital camera, webcam, printer, and external optical storage device, ete.. To connect these devices, install the drivers for each device first if necessary, and then connect the device to the notebook. This notebook is capable to auto detect the USB
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    Getting Started 3-25 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
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    standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. Once the display is connected to the notebook, power on the notebook and the external display should respond by default. If
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    Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The 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. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your MIS
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    Getting Started 3-28 Safely Remove Hardware When any peripheral device is connected to the notebook, the Safely Remove Hardware icon will appear on the taskbar. Double-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box. You can
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    CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup
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    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 the [Del] key during the POST procedure. If the message disappears before you respond and you
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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 up arrow 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.
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    to enter the other menus. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory size and setting of system time and date settings, such as power consumption, USB/ PCI devices, of the notebook in order to achieve a better performance. Security Menu Install or clear
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    (Date) Year (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 the types of Hard Disk Drives that installed in the notebook. Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device,
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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 Setup 4-7 Advanced Menu Š Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. This item allows you to : 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, and 248. 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
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    BIOS Setup 4-8 Š AHCI Mode (Advanced Host Controller Interface) (optional) Use this item to enable or disable the AHCI Mode. Setting options: Disabled and Enabled. The default setting is Disabled. Š IGD Configuration This item allows you to configure the Internal Graphics Device.
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    BIOS Setup 4-9 Security Menu Š Change Supervisor Password When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type a maximum of eight-digit password and press [Enter]. The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You
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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 Supervisor Password/ User Password, just press [Enter] under
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    BIOS Setup 4-11 Boot Menu Š Boot Settings Configuration Configure settings during system boot. Š Boot Device Priority These items showing the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.
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    BIOS Setup 4-12 Exit Menu Š Exit & Save Changes Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. Š Exit & Discard Changes Exit the utility without saving
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CHAPTER 1
Preface