AVERATEC Notebook User’s Manual
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED Getting Started Inventory Safety and Maintenance Checklists Features Where to Look For Information Quick Start Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Brightness Turning off Your Computer Tips for New Owners CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED Hardware and Software Front View Left View © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Right View Bottom View LCD Status Indicators Power Indicators Function Keys Numeric Keypad Touchpad Connecting a USB Floppy Drive Disk Drives Connecting the Printer The PC Card Slot Memory The Graphics System CHAPTER 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS Making Connections Left Side Connectors Right Side Connectors Front Side Connectors CHAPTER 4 POWER MANAGEMENT Power Management Power Saving Modes Power Saving Tips When to Replace the Battery Heat Considerations CHAPTER 5 USING THE BIOS SETUP UTILITY Using the BIOS Setu
Standard Feature Description Advanced CMOS Setup Power Management Auto-Detect Hard Disk Change User Password Change Supervisor Password Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings Exiting and Saving APPENDIX A FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Frequently Asked Questions APPENDIX B STATEMENTS Statements European Notice UL CAUTION Canadian Department of Communications Battery Disposal CAUTION FOR ADAPTER BATTERY CAUTION CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction — Getting Started Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer! Your new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact, powerful, and easy to use.
Introduction — Safety and Maintenance The serial number is located on the label (with a bar code) on the bottom side of the computer and begins with “SY”. Safety and Maintenance You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer: • Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program.
Introduction — Checklists • For best results, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your computer. • Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to the computer’s hard disk drive, avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration. Checklists After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer.
Introduction — Features Caution: When purchasing any of the accessories listed above, purchase only those accessories that are approved for use with your computer. The above accessories may be proprietary items. Your system vendor can obtain these approved accessories. If you use items that are not approved for use with this computer, you may cause your computer to malfunction, or to emit or receive electro-magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations.
Introduction — Where to Look For Information Convenient Audio Control The conveniently located audio control knob enable you to easily adjust the volume to the stereo speakers. Scrolling Button Comfortably scroll through documents with the ergonomically designed scrolling button. Where to Look For Information About Your Computer This User’s Manual describes the key elements of your computer. New users can find a simple step-bystep orientation in the Quick Start section of this chapter.
Introduction — Adjusting the Volume the direction of the arrow to open the LCD. 5. Open the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle. 6. Press the power button to turn on the power. Note: The battery is not fully charged. Allow your battery to fully charge before using it (i.e., before disconnecting AC power). Calibrating the battery before use is also highly recommended. Refer to Chapter 4, Power Management, for further information. Use the touchpad to move the cursor on the screen.
Introduction — Adjusting the Brightness Alternatively, you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar. Adjusting the Brightness Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness: • Fn + F6 decreases the brightness • Fn + F7 increases the brightness Turning off Your Computer Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your computer. 1. On the Start menu, click Turn Off Computer. 2. Click Turn Off.
Introduction — Tips for New Owners Tips for New Owners Take responsibility for backup Back up files often. Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such as a tape backup unit or a ZIP drive. If you use your notebook as a networked workstation with system backup, talk to the system administrator about backup procedures for your notebook.
Introduction — Tips for New Owners Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case A broken screen or case can be costly to repair. Prevent accidents by carrying the computer in a suitable carrying case. Consider using a lock For added security, consider purchasing a Kensington lock to put into the Kensington lock hole on the left side of your computer (see Chapter 2, Left View). Use the Kensington lock to secure the computer to a desk or table.
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Getting Started Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your notebook computer, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio and video systems. Getting Started Before you begin using your computer, read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system. Slide the screen latch on the front edge of the cabinet towards the right to release the cover latch and open up the computer. Front View 1.
Getting Started * Figure of notebook above may not be representative of actual product. However, location of devices and ports is accurate as indicated. Specification subject to change without notice. © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Getting Started Left View * Figure of notebook above may not be representative of actual product. However, location of devices and ports is accurate as indicated. Specification subject to change without notice. 1. Kensington lock hole 2. Ventilation slots 3. DC-adapter port 4. VGA port external video display 5. LAN RJ-45 jack 6. PCMCIA card slot 7. PCMCIA card eject button 8. Integrated Wireless LAN On/Off Switch (wireless LAN equipped models only) © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Getting Started Right View 1. USB 2.0 ports 2. Combo DVD+CD-RW Drive 3. Combo DVD+CD-RW Drive Eject Button 4. Phone jack for internal modem * Figure of notebook above may not be representative of actual product. However, location of devices and ports is accurate as indicated. Specification subject to change without notice. © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Getting Started Bottom View 1. Ventilation slots 2. SO-DIMM RAM compartment 3. Battery release button 4. Battery © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Getting Started LED Status Indicators The status indicators in the upper left corner of the keyboard light up when a particular function of the computer is active. Each indicator is marked with a symbol. The computer is reading information CD ROM Drive from the CD-ROM, CD-RW or the DVD ROM drive. HDD The computer is reading from, or writing to the built-in hard disk. Number-Lock The keyboard is in Num-Lock mode. Caps-Lock The keyboard is in Caps-Lock mode.
Getting Started Icon Light Description Green Power is ON Flashing Green Standby mode Green Wireless LAN Enabled (by switch) No Light Wireless LAN Disabled (by switch) Flashing Green Battery Charging Green Battery Full Red Battery Error Function Keys Hold the Fn key while pressing the numbered function key.
Getting Started Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad consists of ten keys that make number intensive input more convenient. Press to enable or disable the numeric keypad. Touchpad The touchpad is a pressure sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two-button mouse. Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen. The instructions listed below describe how to use the touchpad. 1. First, place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position.
Getting Started touchpad. This double-tapping on the touchpad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation. 4. The buttons located directly below the touchpad are the same in function as those on a twobuttoned mouse. Clicking these buttons makes selections, drags objects, or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software. To select an object, first move the pointer over the object you want to select, and then press the left button one time.
Getting Started Connecting a USB Floppy Drive (not included) Disk Drives Your computer comes with several components for reading and writing (recording) information. Hard Disk Drive The hard disk provides high-capacity storage and fast access. Windows and most programs are stored here. Your notebook identifies the hard disk drive as drive C. The DVD+CD-RW Drive Your computer comes with a pre-installed DVD+CD-RW drive.
Getting Started Inserting a CD/DVD 1. Press the button on the front of the drive to open the disk tray and pull the tray open. 2. Place the disk on the tray, label side up. 3. Place the disk on the central spindle and press gently until the disk clicks into place. 4. Slide back the tray until it clicks shut. Removing a Disk 1. Make sure the computer is not accessing the DVD+CD-RW drive. 2. Press the eject button and pull the tray all the way out. 3.
Getting Started • Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent. Only use CD-ROM cleaning kits. • Do not bend or drop the discs. • Do not place objects on top of discs. Warning: Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray. Do not force the tray to open or close manually. When not in use, keep the tray closed to prevent dust or dirt from entering the drive unit.
Getting Started The PC Card Slot The PC card slot can be used as an interface between your computer and a variety of communications devices, such as network adapters, SCSI adapters, fax/modems, or provide additional data storage capacity. Your computer's PC card slot supports PCMCIA Type II and 32-bit CardBus cards. Installing a Card 1. The top side of a PC card is usually identified with a label. Insert the card into the slot with the label side up and the edge with pinhole contacts going in first. 2.
Getting Started 3. Press again to release the card. Memory Adding memory allows the computer to operate faster, handle more tasks simultaneously, and work more smoothly with large files. Users who increase memory demands - by adding additional programs, for example - may notice a slowdown in operating speed, and wish to increase memory. The notebook includes a memory card slot for adding additional memory. Note: Use only 1” 200-pin SO-DIMM (PC-2100).
Getting Started 4. Pull upwards on the card and then slide the card out (2). Inserting a Memory Card 1. Hold the memory card by its edges with the edge-connector side towards the slot. 2. Hold the card at a shallow angle (about 25 degrees) and insert the edge connector into the connector slot (3). The “gold teeth” of the edge connector should no longer be visible when the card is fully inserted. 3. Press the card downwards so that it is flat inside the compartment (4).
Getting Started Screen Controls Brightness Function keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the monitor. • + decreases the LCD panel brightness • + increases the LCD panel brightness Resolution 1. Click My Computer/Control Panel/Display/Settings. Click the Settings tab. The dialog box indicates the monitor resolution. 2. Use the slide bar to adjust the resolution. Normally, you should use the resolution the LCD or monitor was designed for.
Getting Started 5. Under Driver mode, you can select the appropriate options to change the display to an external monitor. 6. Adjustments to screen resolution and color depth can also be made in this dialog box. Note: Light or dark dots may appear on the LCD due to technical limitations of LCD manufacturing. This will not effect normal operation of the LCD. © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Chapter 3 Making Connections
Making Connections — Making Connections Making Connections Your computer is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors, including standard input/output (I/O) ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers, keyboards, and mice. Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer. Along with the standard ports found on most computers, your computer also includes USB 2.
Making Connections — Right Side Connectors 4. LAN RJ-45 Jack With the built-in Ethernet LAN combo, you can make LAN connections without installing PC cards. Connection speed is 10/100 Mbps. When using the LAN function, wrap your LAN cable around the EMI ferrite suppression box to inhibit electromagnetic interference. 5. Wireless LAN On/Off Switch (only on wireless LAN equipped models) This switch allows you to quickly enable or disable the integrated wireless LAN.
Making Connections — Front Side Connectors Front Side Connectors * Figure of notebook above may not be representative of actual product. However, location of devices and ports is accurate as indicated. Specification subject to change without notice. 1. Audio-out Jack Connect a stereo headset or external speakers to this jack to listen to multimedia. 2. Microphone-in Jack Connect a microphone this jack to record audio. © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Chapter 4 Power Management
Power Management — Power Management Power Management Battery Calibration The first time you use a battery, you should calibrate it. The calibration process empties and charges the battery one time. This allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status. To calibrate a battery, follow these steps: 1. Plug in the AC adapter. 2. Restart the computer and when the startup screen appears, press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 3.
Power Management — Power Management Monitoring Battery Power There are two ways to monitor how much power the battery has left. 1. Click start/Settings/Control Panel/Power Options; then click Power Meter. 2. Moving the cursor to the battery icon on the taskbar is the simplest way to check on battery power status. If you do not see the battery icon, enable it in Start/Settings/Control Panel/Power Options. Choose the Advanced tab and click “Always show icon on the taskbar.
Power Management — Power Saving Modes • Connect the AC power adapter • Save your work, and suspend to disk + • Save your work, then select Shut Down from the Start menu • Turn off or suspend the computer and replace the discharged battery with a charged battery (See Changing the Battery below). Do not restart the computer until you have connected to an AC adapter, or replaced the discharged battery with a charged battery.
Power Management — Power Saving Modes Suspend Mode There are several possible settings for suspend mode, which can be selected in the Power Management dialog box: You may have the notebook standby, hibernate, or you can power off the computer altogether. Standby All devices are powered up and in suspend mode except for the CPU clock. Hibernate Suspend to Disk is similar to turning off the computer, except that the current state of the computer is copied to the hard disk as a special file.
Power Management — Power Saving Tips • Pressing the suspend function key + . Using the BIOS Utility for Power Management With Windows running in ACPI mode, power can be controlled through the Power Management dialog box only. With operating systems that use ACPI power management, BIOS power settings have no effect. Power Button Settings The function of the power button can be set to Shutdown or Standby in the Power Management Properties dialog box in the Windows Control Panel.
Power Management — When to Replace the Battery When to Replace the Battery Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge. Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Close the screen cover and turn the computer over. 3. Slide the side battery latch (1) away from the battery. Continue to hold it until the battery is removed. 4.
Chapter 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —BIOS Setup Menu Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings, including settings for various optional functions of the computer. This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility. BIOS Setup Menu The BIOS setup Utility allows you to configure your computer’s basic settings.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information: Key Function Del Press Del to start the BIOS utility after turning on the computer. ESC Press Esc to exit any section. If you wish to exit the BIOS utility without saving changes, go to the main menu, then press Esc.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —The Main Menu The Main Menu The Setup Utility menu bar has nine main screens: Standard CMOS Setup, Advanced CMOS Setup, Power Management Setup, Auto-Detect Hard Disks, Change User Password, Change Supervisor Password, Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings. Save Settings and Exit, and Exit Without Saving are used to exit the Setup Utility. AMIBIOS HIFLEX SETUP UTILITY (C)2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Standard CMOS Setup Standard CMOS Setup The Standard CMOS Setup page of the Setup Utility has a list of fields that describe the basic configuration of your computer. CMOS is simply a type of random access memory, or RAM, used to store the basic configuration of the computer. AMIBIOS SETUP – STANDARD CMOS SETUP (C)2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Standard Feature Description Standard Feature Description Field Setting System Time & Date Use these fields to set the time and date. The time is displayed in 24-hour format. The date can be set from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2099. The values set in these two fields take effect immediately. Type Shows type of system installed, including the following options: (Pri. Master) Auto, CD-Rom /DVD, No Installed, User; (Sec. Master) Auto, CD-Rom /DVD, Not Installed, User.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Advanced CMOS Setup read setup information it needs for setup from hard disk drive. Five explicit values, 0 to 4, are also possible. Field Setting Function 32Bit Mode Only some hard disk controllers support 32 bit data transfer Base Memory; Extended Memory These two items are detected automatically at start-up time and cannot be changed Advanced CMOS Setup AMIBIOS SETUP – ADVANCED CMOS SETUP (C)2000 American Megatrends, Inc.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Advanced CMOS Setup Field Setting 1st Boot Device CD-ROM 2nd Boot Device USB FDD 3rd Boot Device IDE-0 S.M.A.R.T. for Hard Disks Disabled Bootup Num-Lock Off Enabled On Display Expansion Support Disabled Enabled Password Check Share Memory Size Function 1st Boot Device default is CD-ROM. 2nd Boot Device default is USB FDD. 3rd Boot Device default is IDE-0. Only S.M.A.R.T. Hard Disks are supported. The default is Enabled.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility — 16MB 32MB Power Management This section of the BIOS manages` power settings in operating systems other than Windows 98 or above, or operating systems using ACPI power management. In Windows XP, power management is controlled through the Power Management window in My Computer, and BIOS power management settings have NO effect. In other operating systems that use ACPI power management, BIOS settings likewise have no effect.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility — Field Setting Function Cover Close Panel off The LCD will turn off when the cover is closed. Suspend The LCD will turn off and the computer will enter suspend mode when the cover is closed. Enabled When AC adapter is not in use, the monitor is run in power-saving mode. Disabled The monitor does not go into powersaving mode. Disabled Battery calibration is disabled. Enabled Battery calibration is enabled.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility — LBA Type Size Cyln Blk Pri Master:User 12073Mb 23392 16 0 63 On On Sec Master: CDROM Boot Sector Virus Protection Month: Day: Year: PIO 32Bit Head WPcom Sec Mode Mode Mode Mode 4 On 4 On Disabled Jan – Dec ESC:Exit 01 – 31 ↑ ↓:Sel PgUp/PgDn:Modify 1980 – 2099 F1:Help F2/F3:Color Figure 6-5 Change User Password With a User password, you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User password, but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and chang
Using the BIOS Setup Utility —Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings The Auto Configuration pages reset the computer to default values. The Auto Detect Hard Disks likewise helps users to configure their systems quickly. When you see the following prompt, choose Y to reset the computer to default values.
Appendix A Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix A — Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Q: My screen seems to time out too quickly. I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back. How can I adjust the screen time-out? A: This is part of Windows Power Management. Access Power Management by clicking on Start/Settings/Control Panel/Power Management. Adjust the display time-out by selecting a time next to the Turn off monitor option.
Appendix A — Frequently Asked Questions Please reconfigure your CMOS by following steps: 1. Press to enter the BIOS setup utility. 2. Select “Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings”. When you see the following prompt, choose and then press . Load high performance settings (y/n)? Y 3. Select “Save Settings and Exit”. When you see the following prompt, choose and then press to restart your computer. Save current settings and exit (y/n)? Y © 2003 AVERATEC, Inc.
Appendix B Statements
Appendix B — Statements Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has 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 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix B — Statements About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules.
Appendix B — Statements European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Appendix B — Statements The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company's inside writing associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Appendix B — Statements CAREFULLY AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IN CASE OF ANY TROUBLE WITH THIS MODEL, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST "AUTHORIZED SERVICE STATION.” TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THIS ENCLOSURE. © AVERATEC, Inc.