Notebook PC User's Guide Model: W730-P4/ W730-K8/ W730-K7 First Edition: January 2004
User's Guide NOTICE Specifications and information found in this guide are subject to change without notice. Any changes therefore will be incorporated in future editions. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. TRADEMARKS Windows® XP is the trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Intel® is the trademark of Intel Corporation. AMD® is the trademark of AMD Corporation. Other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
User's Guide Standards The following standards are adopted throughout this guide: Notebook in boldface (with or without capitalization) refers to the notebook computer that you have purchased. Boldface type is also used to highlight important information in this document. The messages that appear on the Notebook screen will be boxed when they are referenced.
User’s Guide Contents CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN .................................................. 1-1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 CHECKING WHAT YOU RECEIVED .......................................................................1-1 EXAMINING YOUR COMPUTER .............................................................................1-2 THE FIVE STATUS LEDS .......................................................................................1-6 THE TWO POWER LEDS ..............................
User's Guide Before You Begin Chapter 1 Before You Begin Please read this section before you start using your computer. 1.1 Checking What You Received Your notebook package should contain the following items: • • • • • Note: The Notebook. AC Adapter. AC Power Cord. CD Disc (Including Drivers and User’s Guide). Battery Pack. You should keep the original factory carton and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit back for servicing.
Before You Begin User's Guide 1.
User's Guide Before You Begin Cover Latch Speaker Woofer Front View RJ45 LAN Connector VGA Port RJ11 Fax/Modem Connector DC-In Speaker HDD Drive Woofer Kensington Lock Ventilation Grills Headphone USB Ports S-Video Connector (Optional) Microphone Rear View Page 1-3
Before You Begin User's Guide CF Card Eject Handle 4-in-1 Socket Door (for MMC/MS/SD/CF Cards) CF Card Socket Door Ventilation Grills IEEE1394 Connector (Optional) USB Ports Left View ODD LED Eject Button Optical Drive Emergency Hole Right View Page 1-4 PCMCIA Socket Door PCMCIA Eject Handle
User's Guide Before You Begin Mini-PCI Door DDR Memory Door Battery Pack Ventilation Grills Two Battery Latches HDD Door Bottom View Stereo Connector: Your headphone jet should have this type of connector as shown here Mono Connector: Your microphone jet should have this type of connector as shown here.
Before You Begin User's Guide 1.3 The Five Status LEDs The AC Adapter LED This LED would be lit when system is connected to an AC adapter. The Wireless LED This LED would be lit when the wireless function is activated. The Caps Lock LED The LED would be lit when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, all characters you type are in uppercase. The Num Lock LED This LED would be lit when the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. In this mode, the embedded numeric keypads can be used.
User's Guide Before You Begin 1.4 The Two Power LEDs The Power On LED Below is how the LED would behave in different situations: Off On Blinking System is powered off, or in Hibernate mode. • System is powered by AC adapter, and/or • System is in full operation. System is in Standby mode. The Battery Pack LED Below is how the LED would behave in different situations: On Blinking Off Note: Battery pack is being recharged: fast-charge or pre-charge. • • Battery pack is consuming down to 10% level.
Before You Begin 1.5 User's Guide The Seven System Buttons The Power Button This Power Button is programmable by user. For detail on how to program this button, please refer to the Power Options of Control Panel in Windows System. Search Button Press this button to activate the search function. Internet Button Press this button to activate the internet function. Email Button Press this button to activate the email function. Volume Up Button Press this button to increase volume.
User's Guide Before You Begin 1.6 Attention On Handles And Socket Doors 4-in-1- Slot for MMC/MS/SD/CF cards The CF card handle is retracted The PCMCIA handle is retracted CF Card Slot PCMCIA Slot The CF card handle is protruded out The PCMCIA handle is protruded out. Please observe below safety measures: • Make sure the PCMCIA eject handle does not protrude out at all the time, unless you are using the handle to eject PCMCIA card.
Before You Begin User's Guide 1.7 The Key The Function Key is located near the bottom-left corner of the keyboard. This key is used together with other keys to activate certain pre-defined functions. To activate these functions, press and hold down together with the keys described below: LED Toggle Press this key combination (Fn+F1) would toggle on and toggle off all LED lights. To minimize visual distractions, you may like to toggle off all LED lights during DVD software playback.
User's Guide Before You Begin Play/Pause This hot-key is for audio CD disc playback. Press this key combination (Fn+F9) to play or pause audio play back. Stop This hot-key is for audio CD disc playback. Press this key combination (Fn+F10) to stop audio playback. Previous Track This hot-key is for audio CD disc playback. Press this key combination (Fn+F11) to skip to the previous track. Next Track This hot-key is for audio CD disc playback. Press this key combination (Fn+F12) to skip to the next track.
User's Guide Battery Chapter 2 Battery 2.1 Battery Pack Your notebook is equipped with a high energy rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. In general, a fully charged battery pack can support around 2.0~3.0 hours of operation, with Windows’ Power Management option enabled. However, difference in configuration (CPU, HDD, Memory etc.) and system utilization (especially I/O activities) can affect the operation time greatly. 2.
Battery User's Guide 2.3 Questions and Answers Q: A: I can feel the heat next to the Touch Pad during recharge. Is it normal? The battery will generate heat during recharging and discharging. There is a protection circuit inside the notebook to prevent overheating. User needs not to worry. Q: A: My battery operation time is not as long as it should be. Why? Q: I did not use my spare battery for a few days. Even though it was fully recharged, there wasn't as much power left as a newly charged one.
User's Guide 2.4 Battery Battery Maintenance To maintain the battery pack's maximum capacity, you should occasionally let the notebook deplete its battery power completely before recharging. To carry out a complete depletion of the battery, disconnect the AC adapter and let your notebook consume the remaining battery power. To speed up the depletion, use the HDD as much as possible, and the LCD should be set as bright as possible.
Battery User's Guide 2.6 Reducing Power Consumption Although your notebook (together with the operating system) is capable of power conservation, there are measures you can take to reduce the power consumption: • Use the AC power whenever possible. • Lower the intensity of the LCD backlight. A very bright screen translates to higher power usage. • Try to use the HDD or the PCMCIA drive to read and write files, instead of using the external USB FDD.
User's Guide Battery 2.7 Removing The Battery Pack This battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Make sure that the computer is properly shutdown before changing the battery pack. If you would like to change the battery pack while power is on, make sure this battery pack is not the only electrical source to the system unit. Follow the steps below to remove the battery pack. • • • Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down.
User's Guide Memory Chapter 3 Memory Your notebook is equipped with a configurable memory unit. The industry standard JEDEC DDR S.O.DIMM memory module socket is available for memory upgrade to 1024MB. The table below illustrates all the possible ways system memory can be configured. Two types of DDR S.O.DIMM are available in the market: PC2100 (DDR266) and PC2700 (DDR333). If it occurs that system is installed with both the PC2100 and PC2700 S.O.DIMM’s, the overall speed would be downgraded to DDR266.
Memory User's Guide 3.1 Removing Memory Module Below is the procedure on how to remove the memory module. • • • • Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down. Remove the screw as shown by #1. Remove the compartment door as shown by #2. The Groove • • • To insert the memory module, reverse the steps above. Page 3-2 Press the spring-locks sideways as shown by #1. The memory module would pop up as shown by #2. Remove the memory module as shown by #3.
User's Guide Mini-PCI Module Chapter 4 Mini-PCI Module Your notebook is equipped with a Mini-PCI module. The Mini-PCI supports wireless LAN function. 4.1 Removing Mini-PCI Module Below is the procedure on how to remove the Mini-PCI module. • • • • Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down. Remove the screw as shown by #1. Remove the compartment door as shown by #2. The Groove • • • Press the spring locks sideways as shown by #1.
User's Guide The HDD Drive Chapter 5 The HDD Drive Your notebook is equipped with an industry standard 2.5”/9.5mm hard disk drive. 5.1 Removing The Hard Disk Drive Below is the procedure on how to remove the hard disk drive. • • • • Make sure the system is properly shutdown. Flip the system upside down. Remove the screw as shown by #1. Remove the HDD drive as shown by #2. To insert the hard disk drive, reverse the steps above.
User’s Guide Appendix A Appendix A- Agency Regulatory Notices A.1 Safety Instructions CAUTION: Please read these safety instructions carefully. CAUTION: Please keep this User's Manual for future reference. CAUTION: Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. DO NOT use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use a clean moistened cloth. CAUTION: The wall socket used should be positioned near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
Appendix A User's Guide CAUTION: Verify the voltage of the power source before connecting the unit to any power outlet. WARNING: DO NOT step on or place anything over the power cord. CAUTION: All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. WARNING: If the equipment is not used for a long period of time, disconnect the equipment from the power source to avoid damage from power spikes. WARNING: NEVER pour any liquid into any openings; a fire or electrical shock is possible.
User’s Guide Appendix A CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE THE EQUIPMENT IN TEMPERATURES BELOW -20ºC(-4ºF) OR ABOVE 60ºC(140ºF). IT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. WARNING: Never install modem/telephone wiring during a lightning storm. WARNING: Never install modem/telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specially designed for wet locations. WARNING: Never touch un-insulated modem/telephone wires or terminals unless the modem/telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Appendix A User's Guide WARNING: THE CD-ROM/DVD-ROM IN THIS NOTEBOOK EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. a. To ensure proper use of this product, please read the relevant instructions carefully and retain for future reference. b. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact your local dealer. c. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. d. To prevent direct exposure to Laser Beam, do no try to open the enclosure.
User’s Guide Appendix A WARNING: Handle the battery pack very carefully. Avoid touching the metal leads on the connector of the battery case. CAUTION: Use only approved AC Adapter with your notebook. Using the wrong type of AC Adapter may cause serious damage to your notebook. CAUTION: The AC Adapter can accept a line voltage ranging from 100V to 240V and is compatible with most international power sources.
Appendix A User's Guide A.2 Agency Notice Federal Communications Commission Notice 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.
User’s Guide Appendix A USA and Canada Safety Requirements And Notices The FCC with its action in ET Docket 93-62 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel PRO/Wireless LAN MiniPCI Adapter products meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1992.
Appendix A User's Guide Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numerque de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 2, and RSS-210, Issue 4 (Dec. 2000).
User’s Guide • Appendix A ETSI300328-2: Technical Requirements for Radio Equipment CE Caution: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11b wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11b products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions, and are not allowed to be operated in countries or regions other than those of designated use.
Appendix A User's Guide U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Modems This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company. If your telephone equipment harms the telephone network, the Telephone Company may discontinue your service temporarily.
User’s Guide Appendix A This modem is also suitable for connection to Private Automatic Branch Exchange (PABX), which return secondary proceeding indication.
User’s Guide Appendix B Appendix B- Environment ENVIRONMENT Operating Temperature : 10ºC to 35ºC. Non-Operating Temperature : -20ºC to 60ºC. Humidity Shock Vibration : 20% to 80% non-condensing. : 5G operating, 60G non-operating. : 3-200Hz @ 1.0G operating. : 3-200Hz @ 1.5G non-operating. Warning: Don't expose your notebook to excessive heat or coldness (frost). Don't drop, spill fluids or open the exterior of the case. This can damage the notebook and void the warranty.
