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Page 1 - Notebook PC

Notebook PCHardware User’s ManualE4547 / March 2009

Page 3 - Table of Contents (Cont.)

112. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PCPhotos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actual

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1232456718Top SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.The keyboard differs for each territory.2

Page 5 - Preparing your Notebook PC

13Camera (on selected models)The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive a

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142 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.13 42WARNING! The botto

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15Knowing the Parts 2Memory (RAM) CompartmentThe memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory will i

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162 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 32Optical DriveThe Noteb

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17Knowing the Parts 2Right SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.12 34 5 6Microphone Input

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182 Knowing the PartsRear SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 122Air VentsThe air vent

Page 11 - 2. Knowing the Parts

19Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 12Audio SpeakersThe bui

Page 12 - 2 Knowing the Parts

2Table of Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s Manual �����������������������������������������������������������������������������

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202 Knowing the Parts

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213. Getting StartedPower SystemSpecial Keyboard FunctionsStatus IndicatorsPhotos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do

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22Power SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter convert

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23To install the battery pack:To remove the battery pack:Using Battery PowerThe Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The bat

Page 17 - Right Side

24WARNING! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in re, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. If there is any

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25IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servici

Page 19 - Front Side

26You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Note-book PC eventually enters suspend mode (W

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27IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use

Page 21 - 3. Getting Started

28Thermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be congured

Page 22 - 3 Getting Started

29Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following denes the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be

Page 23 - Using Battery Power

3Table of Contents (Cont.)Touchpad Usage Illustrations �������������������������������������������������������������������������������37Caring for the

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30Colored Hot Keys (cont.)Scr Lk (Num LK): Toggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigatio

Page 25 - The Power-On Self Test (POST)

31Getting Started 3CD Play/PauseDuring CD stop, begins CD play.During CD play, pauses CD play.CD StopDuring CD play: Stops CD play.CD Skip to Next

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323 Getting StartedMicrosoft Windows KeysThere are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo activa

Page 27 - Power Options

33Status IndicatorsFrontBattery Charge IndicatorThe battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC

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343 Getting StartedCapital Lock IndicatorIndicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboar

Page 29 - Special Keyboard Functions

354. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceStorage DevicesConnectionsPhotos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show

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36IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your nger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface.Pointing DeviceT

Page 31 - Multimedia Control Keys

37Double-clicking/Double-tapping - These actions allows you to launch your selected program. Move your nger over the program that you want to launch,

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384 Using the Notebook PCMulti-nger gesture inputTwo-nger scrolling - Use two ngertips to slide up/down/left/right on the touchpad to scroll a w

Page 33 - Status Indicators

39Using the Notebook PC 4The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not in

Page 35 - 4. Using the Notebook PC

40Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other les to various data storage devices. This Note

Page 36 - 4 Using the Notebook PC

41Optical DriveInserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray will eject out partially

Page 37 - Touchpad Usage Illustrations

42Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub.12The emergency eject is located in a hole on

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43Hard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than oppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC

Page 39 - Automatic Touchpad Disabling

44Installing the hard disk drive:3 41 24 Using the Notebook PC

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45Installing a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)Memory (RAM)Additional memory will increase ap

Page 41 - Optical Drive

46The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, net-work can be installed as an expansion card.ConnectionsExample of t

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47These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network.Desktop PCPDANotebook PCAccess PointDesktop PCPDANotebook PCWireless LAN Conne

Page 43 - Hard Disk Drive

482. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and bluetooth icon (on select-ed models) are shown.Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnectin

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A-1AppendixOptional Accessories & ConnectionsOperating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software

Page 45 - This is only

51. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing your Notebook PCPhotos and icons in this manua

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A AppendixA-2Optional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Flash Memory DiskA USB ash mem

Page 47 - Using the Notebook PC 4

Appendix AA-3Optional ConnectionsThese items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.USB Keyboard and MouseAttaching an external USB keybo

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A AppendixA-4Support SoftwareThis Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applica-tions to enable hardware features,

Page 49 - Appendix

Appendix AA-52. Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Security SettingTo set the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Cha

Page 50 - A Appendix

A AppendixA-6System BIOS Settings (cont.)Password CheckSelect whether to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS s

Page 51 - Printer Connection

Appendix AA-7Common Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.1. Update the

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A AppendixA-8Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.)Hardware Problem - BatteryBattery maintenance.1. Register the Notebook PC for a one-year-warran

Page 53 - System BIOS Settings (cont.)

Appendix AA-9Mechanical Problem - FAN / ThermalWhy is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high?1. Make sure that the FAN works when the

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A AppendixA-10Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white textA blue screen with white text appears after system bootup. 1. Remove additional memory.

Page 55 - Common Problems and Solutions

Appendix AA-11Software Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS le for your mo

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6About This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Noteb

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A AppendixA-12Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.)Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS)1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a Trojan v

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Appendix AA-13Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.)9. Windows Firewall must be stopped before installing “Norton Internet Security” or “Norton Per

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A AppendixA-14Windows Vista Software RecoveryUsing Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, a

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Appendix AA-15Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.)Using DVD (on selected models)Creating the Recovery DVD:1. Double-click the AI Recovery Burn

Page 61 - Appendix A

A AppendixA-16GlossaryACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advance

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Appendix AA-17CPU (Central Processing Unit)The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It inter-prets

Page 63 - Using the Recovery DVD:

A AppendixA-18Glossary (Cont.)Laser ClassicationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards beca

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Appendix AA-19Glossary (Cont.)Suspend ModeIn Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices

Page 65 - Glossary (Cont.)

A AppendixA-20Declarations and Safety StatementsRegion DenitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany,

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Appendix AA-21Federal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con

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7Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as desc

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A AppendixA-22R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufcient for the R&TTE (Radio

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Appendix AA-23France Restricted Wireless Frequency BandsSome areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized po

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A AppendixA-24UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electri-cally connected to a t

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Appendix AA-25Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)(Japanese)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

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A AppendixA-26Service warning labelWARNING! Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those speci-ed in the user’s manual may result

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Appendix AA-27Notebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for techni

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A AppendixA-28

Page 75 - Security

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, trans-mitted, transcribed, stored

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This product is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents:7,416,423; 7,415,588; 7,413,402; 7,411,791; 7,408,855; 7,403,378; 7,400,721; 7,

Page 77 - Service and Support

81 Introducing the Notebook PCCAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor bel

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9Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed infor-mation on using your

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