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Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
E2389 / Feb 2006
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Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC ..................................................................5 About This User’s Manual ..........................................................................................6 Notes For This Manual ..........................................................................................6 Preparing your Notebook PC .....................................................................................9 Top Side ......................................
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 35 Operating System ....................................................................................................36 Support Software.................................................................................................36 Pointing Device ........................................................................................................36 Using the Touchpad............
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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User’s Manual 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components. 3. Getting Started Gives you information on getting s
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebo
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 1 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC Press the power button and release. IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break!
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 9 4 8 5 6 7 12
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Knowing the Parts 2 Display Panel 1 The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. Audio Speakers 2 The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio
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2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han- dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FRO
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Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Lock - Manual 3 The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 TV-Tuner Card Compartment The TV-tuner card compartment allows the installation of a TV-Tuner card for viewing television programs on this Notebook PC. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion ca
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2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ® 1 Kensington Lock Port ® ® The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when m
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Knowing the Parts 2 TV-Out Port 5 The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC’s display to a television or video projection device. You can choose between simultaneouly or single display. Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to S-Video adapter for standard video devices. This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats. Antenna Input 6 The antenna input is for TV or FM Radio (on selected models) frequency signal and
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2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 1 2.0 The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keybo
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ACON Knowing the Parts 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) 5 The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers. This allows easy wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer
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2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 AV-IN Audio Video Input (AV-IN) 1 1 The audio video input is featured on selected models and provide a way of inputting audio and video signals through RCA cables (requires the optional 1/8” to RCA adapter). This function only works when purchased with the TV tuner and Mobile Theater software package. SPDIF Output Jack 2 This jack provides connection to SPDIF
