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111. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualPreparing your Notebook PC

121 Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on th

13Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for det

141 Introducing the Notebook PC

152. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PC

162 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting from

17Knowing the Parts 2Status IndicatorsStatus indicator details are described in section 3.Touchpad and ButtonsThe touchpad with its buttons is a po

182 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting fr

19Knowing the Parts 2Memory CompartmentThe memory compartment contains an expansion slot for additional memory. Memory installation orupgrades must

Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con

202 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Kensington® Lock PortThe Kensin

21Knowing the Parts 2Right SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.2.0USB Port (2.0/1.1)The Unive

222 Knowing the PartsFront SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.Rear SideRefer to the dia

233. Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackOperating SystemsPower ConnectionPowering ON The Notebook PCPower ManagementRestarting or RebootingPowering

243 Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackInstalling and Removing the Battery PackYour Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. I

25Getting Started 3Charging the Battery PackBefore you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The batterypack

263 Getting StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC may comewith either a two or three-prong plugdepending on territory. If a three-prongplug is provided, yo

27Getting Started 3The Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

283 Getting StartedPower ManagementPower management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows thepower options proper

29Getting Started 3Restarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallatio

3Safety StatementsNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

303 Getting StartedPowering OFF the Notebook PCIn Windows XP, the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (orShut d

31Getting Started 3“Z” Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on sleep button setting in p

323 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiveinp

33Getting Started 3Keyboard as CursorsThe keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigationease while

343 Getting StartedInstant Launch Keys (above keyboard)Instant Launch Keys and Status IndicatorsPad-Lock KeyPressing this button will lock your tou

35Getting Started 3Status Indicators (above keyboard)Scroll LockIndicates that scroll lock [Scr Lk] is activated when lit. Scroll lock allows some

363 Getting StartedStatus Indicators (left of touchpad)Power IndicatorThe power indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC is turned ON and

37Getting Started 3Status Indicators (top cover)Power IndicatorThe power indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink w

383 Getting Started

394. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceStorage Devices PC card or ExpressCard (depending on model) Optical Drive Flash Memory Card ReaderMo

4Safety StatementsSafety StatementsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions andinstructions.

404 Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceThe Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing de-vice is fully compatible with all two/three-button andscr

41Using the Notebook PC 4Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

424 Using the Notebook PCCaring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

43Using the Notebook PC 4Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata

444 Using the Notebook PCInserting a PC Card or ExpressCard1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle button

45Using the Notebook PC 4Optical DriveInserting an optical disc1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON,press the drive’s eject button and the traywi

464 Using the Notebook PCA CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

47Using the Notebook PC 4Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom

484 Using the Notebook PCHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD-RO

49Using the Notebook PC 4NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Mo-dem and/or network can be installed as a

5Safety StatementsTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and discon-nect all external peripherals

504 Using the Notebook PCThis is an example of the Notebook PC connectedto a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem.TelephoneWall JackTelep

51Using the Notebook PC 4Internal 10/100 Network (Gigabit on selected models)Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the mod

524 Using the Notebook PCThese are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network.Desktop PCPDANotebook PCAccess PointDesktop PCPDANot

53Using the Notebook PC 4Press [FN F2] (or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar). Four icons will appear as shown here.

544 Using the Notebook PCPress [FN F2] (or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar). Four icons will appear as shown here. Cl

55Using the Notebook PC 4Press [FN F2] (or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar). Four icons will appear as shown here. Click

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57Using the Notebook PC 4Power Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to ma

584 Using the Notebook PCThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power co

59Using the Notebook PC 4“Stand by” is the same as Suspend-to-RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while man

6DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)Safety Statements

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61AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsInternal Modem CompliancyGlossaryNotebook PC Information

62A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

63Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or

64A AppendixWARNING! To prevent system failures,use (Safely Remove Hardware) on thetaskbar before disconnecting the USBfloppy disk drive. Eject th

65Appendix AMonitor Out ConnectionAttaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is justlike that of a standard desktop PC (some configu-rations may require

66A AppendixOptional Connections (Cont.)These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.IEEE1394 Connection1394 is a high speed serial

67Appendix ADVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must i

68A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR2

69Appendix AThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech Rep

7Safety StatementsUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a te

70A AppendixGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

71Appendix ABIOS (Basic Input/Output System)BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components,such

72A AppendixDVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. Withthese capacities and access rates, D

73Appendix ALaser ClassificationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards be-came apparent. To

74A AppendixPOST (Power On Self Test)When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlleddiagnostic t

75Appendix A

76A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

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

8Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC ..... 11Preparing your Notebook PC ...

94. Using the Notebook PC .................. 39Pointing Device .........