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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 5 vpr Matrix Getting Started Guide WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of a vpr Matrix notebook computer. We are confident you will enjoy the leading-edge power and outstanding reliability of your new notebook, as well as the opportunities it provides for education, work, entertainment and more. This guide is a short course in setting up your computer and defines some basic concepts regarding your notebook and the Internet. It also pr
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 7 CONTENTS 1 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER 5 2 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 3 LIMITED WARRANTY 24 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 28 3
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 8 left right modem headphones dvd/cd-rw combo drive 10/100 network microphone volume power rear scroll lock number lock caps lock indicators optical drive hard drive Kensington lock user programmable button e-mail USB vpr Matrix button monitor serial printer AC power [A] s-video / TV out ® IEEE-1394 (FireWire ) PS/2 4 track pad keyboard
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 9 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER 1 Placement of your notebook PC It is important that you choose a good location to set up your notebook so that both you and your new computer are safe. Make sure your working position is comfortable and that it encourages good posture while you are at your notebook. Proper placement of your notebook is essential to avoid repetitive stress-related injuries. Use the computer on a flat surface so that you can com
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 10 Installing your battery WARNING: Do not attempt to open your battery’s plastic casing—there are no user-serviceable parts inside and hazardous chemicals may be released if the case is damaged. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, they may explode or release hazardous chemicals. Dispose of or recycle your used batteries properly according to your local regulations. Before using your notebook, you will first need to install the battery (p
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 11 Using and maintaining your battery Your notebook comes equipped with an intelligent Lithium Ion battery that can be recharged many times. Your battery is used only when your notebook is not connected to an AC outlet. When your computer is connected to your plugged-in AC adapter, the notebook uses AC power directly and recharges the battery at the same time. The battery will recharge faster if the notebook is turned off while the AC is p
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 12 Connecting the AC adapter Your battery will need to be charged when you first unpack your notebook. To charge the battery, plug in the AC adapter and plug the AC adapter jack into the power connection on the back of your notebook. Fully charge the battery before using the notebook without the AC adapter. When charging, the charge indicator light will glow orange; when fully charged it will glow blue. Turning the notebook on and off Start
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 13 restart from the hard drive, remove the CD and restart the notebook. ® ® Your notebook has Microsoft Windows XP Home preinstalled on its hard disk drive. The first time you turn on your notebook, the Windows setup program runs automatically. You will be asked a series of questions to configure your notebook. Follow the instructions as they appear on the display. NOTE: If your notebook is left powered on but unused for an extended period o
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 14 · If the notebook cannot be shut down using the Windows menu and Ctrl+Alt+Del does not produce the Windows Task Manager window, you can shut down your notebook by depressing the power button for more than 4 seconds. Use this method only if absolutely necessary. Your notebook may perform additional diagnostic tests upon restart if it is turned off this way. Using your notebook Using your DVD/CD-RW drive To play a CD or DVD, press the load
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 15 and click the arrow key. Detailed instructions for copying files and folders to CD will appear. Using your touchpad and buttons Your notebook’s touchpad (1) is used to control the position of the cursor much like a mouse does. Simply touch the pad lightly with your finger and drag your finger in the direction you want the cursor to move. If you run out of room on the touchpad, move 1 your finger back to the center of the pad and continue
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 16 connect your notebook to the wireless LAN. If you are connecting to a business or campus wireless network, please contact your network administrator for configuration assistance. Check your packing slip to see if your model has this feature. Caring for your LCD display The display on your notebook will maintain its original crisp and bright appearance if cared for properly. Avoid touching the display with fingers or other objects that c
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 17 · Use only the notebook or an approved battery charger for recharging the battery. · If you have more than one battery, rotating their use will extend the lives of all the batteries. ·If you are not going to use your notebook for more than a month, remove the battery and store in a cool, dry place and out of direct sunlight. O ·Never leave batteries in temperatures above 140 . Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or leaving the notebook
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 18 Connecting to the Internet When you first click on a program that requires Internet access (like a Web browser or an e-mail program), Windows XP will ask you a series of questions that will guide you through the process of signing up with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) and connecting to the Internet. An ISP is a service that allows your computer to connect to the Internet. The type of service and cost may vary from provider to provid
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 19 Web tools Windows XP includes the Internet Explorer Web browser, which allows you to access the Internet’s information, pictures, video and more. Windows also includes Outlook Express, which allows you to send and receive electronic messages called “e-mail.” Other browsers and e-mail programs are available for purchase or download if you wish to choose other software. Internet basics The Internet is a worldwide network of computers t
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 20 An individual Web location is known as a “Web site,” and is located through its unique Web address—also known as a URL (Uniform Resource Locator). A typical Web address (URL) looks something like this: www.anycompany.com or www.anyuniversity.edu Use a period (called a “dot”) to separate the sections of the Web address. The last section of the URL indicates whether the site is operated by a business (.com), a school (.edu), an organiz
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BBIA_5550_vprM_PalominoGetStart 8/9/02 4:43 PM Page 21 with different features are available at different locations on the Web — try some different ones and see which feels right for you. E-mail E-mail allows you to send messages to friends, family, co-workers and businesses. These messages can include other electronic documents, including photos, video clips, sound files, text files and more. E-mail addresses typically look something like this: JohnSmith@myisp.com. To get an e-mail account
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