CHAPTER 1 Preface
1-2 Preface Table of Content Preface Table of Content ............................................................................................................................ 1-2 Regulations Information............................................................................................................... 1-5 FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement .................................................................... 1-5 FCC Conditions ........................................................
1-3 Preface Right Side View ...................................................................................................................... 2-17 Left Side View......................................................................................................................... 2-18 Rear Side View....................................................................................................................... 2-21 Bottom Side View ..............................................................
1-4 Preface Connecting the External Devices.............................................................................................. 3-43 Connecting the Peripheral Devices ........................................................................................ 3-43 Connecting the Communication Devices ............................................................................... 3-47 Components Replacement and Upgrade .................................................................................
1-5 Preface Regulations Information FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference 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.
1-6 Preface Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
1-7 Preface Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the openings.
1-8 Preface Make sure the power voltage is within safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Always unplug the AC power cord before installing any add-on card or module to the equipment. Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall socket if the equipment would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.
1-9 Preface When installing the coaxial cable to the TV Tuner, it is necessary to ensure that the metal shield is reliable connected to protective earthing system of the building. Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable.
1-10 Preface Green Product Features Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health Easily dismantled and recycled Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades Reduced solid waste production through take-back policy Environmental Policy The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away Users should contact the
1-11 Preface Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (English) CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Replace only with the same or equivalent type Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. (French) (Français) ATTENTION: II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur.
1-12 Preface üreticinin talimatlarına göre degerlendiriniz. (Greek) (Ελληνικά) ΠΡΟΣΟΧΗ: Κίνδυνος έκρηξης εάν η μπαταρία τοποθετηθεί λανθασμένα. Να αντικαθιστάτε μόνο με τον ίδιο ή αντίστοιχο τύπο με αυτό που συνιστά ο κατασκευαστής του εξοπλισμού. Να απορρίπτετε τις χρησιμοποιημένες μπαταρίες ως απορρίμματα σύμφωνα με τις οδηγίες του κατασκευαστή. (Polish) (Polski) OSTRZEŻENIE: Nieprawidłowa wymiana może spowodować eksplozję baterii.
1-13 Preface 권장하는 것과 동일하거나 동등한 배터리로만 교체하십시오. 사용한 배터리는 제조업체의 지침에 따라 폐기하십시오. (Vietnamese) (Tieng Viet) LƯU Ý: Thay thế pin không tương thích có thể dẫn đến nguy cơ bị nổ. Chỉ thay thế bằng pin cùng loại hoặc loại tương ứng khuyên dùng bởi nhà sản xuất thiết bị. Vứt bỏ pin đã sử dụng theo hướng dẫn của nhà sản xuất.
1-14 Preface utilizadas de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. (Swedish) (Svenska) VARNING: Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruction. (Finnish) (Suomi) VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
1-15 Preface proizvođača. (Estonian) (Eesti) ETTEVAATUST! Plahvatusoht, kui aku on valesti paigaldatud. Asendage ainult sama või tootja poolt soovitatud võrdväärse akuga. Hävitage kasutatud aku vastavalt tootja juhistele. (( )ﻓﺎرﺳ ﻲPersian) ﺗﻨﻬﺎ از ﺑﺎﺗﺮﻳﻬﺎﯼ ﭘﻴﺸﻨﻬﺎدﯼ ﺷﺮﮐﺖ ﺗﻮﻟﻴﺪ ﮐﻨﻨﺪﻩ، در ﺻﻮرت ﺗﻌﻮﻳﺾ ﺑﺎﺗﺮﯼ. اﺣﺘﻤﺎل اﻧﻔﺠﺎر ﺑﺎﺗﺮﯼ وﺟﻮد دارد، در ﺻﻮرت ﻋﺪم ﻧﺼﺐ و ﺟﺎ ﮔﺬارﯼ ﺻﺤﻴﺢ ﺑﺎﺗﺮﯼ:اﺧﻄﺎر . از دور اﻧﺪاﺧﺘﻦ ﺑﺎﺗﺮﯼ ﺧﻮددارﯼ ﮐﻨﻴﺪ و ﺑﺮ ﻃﺒﻖ راهﻨﻤﺎﻳﯽ ﺷﺮﮐﺖ ﺗﻮﻟﻴﺪ ﮐﻨﻨﺪﻩ ﻋﻤﻞ ﻧﻤﺎﻳﻴﺪ.
1-16 Preface (German) (Deutsch) Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden, die sich auf 13.August, 2005 wirken. Und der Hersteller von bedeckt Elektronik-Altgeräte gesetzlich zur gebrachten Produkte am Ende seines Baruchbarkeitsdauer zurückzunehmen.
1-17 Preface (Greek) (Ελληνικά) Σύμφωνα με την Οδηγία 2002/96/ΕΚ της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης («ΕΕ») περί Απόρριψης Ηλεκτρικού και Ηλεκτρονικού Εξοπλισμού (WEEE), η οποία λαμβάνει ισχύ στις 13 Αυγούστου 2005, τα προϊόντα «ηλεκτρικού και ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού» δεν είναι δυνατόν να απορριφθούν πλέον ως κοινά απορρίμματα και οι κατασκευαστές κεκαλυμμένου ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού είναι υποχρεωμένοι να πάρουν πίσω αυτά τα προϊόντα στο τέλος της ωφέλιμης ζωής τους.
1-18 Preface 文规定「电机电子设备产品」不可再以都市废弃物处理，且所有相关电子设备制造商，均须在产品使用寿命结束后进行回 收。 (Japanese) (日本語) 2005 年 8 月 13 日以降に EU 加盟国を流通する電気・電子製品には WEEE 指令によりゴミ箱に×印のリサ イクルマークの表示が義務づけられており、廃棄物として捨てることの禁止とリサイクルが義務づけられています。 (Korean) (한국어) 2005 년 8 월 13 일자로 시행된 폐전기전자제품에 대한 유럽연합("EU") 지침, 지침 2002/96/EC 에 의거하여, "전기전자제품"은 일반 쓰레기로 폐기할 수 없으며 제품의 수명이 다하면 해당 전자제품의 제조업체가 이러한 제품을 회수할 책임이 있습니다.
1-19 Preface odbačeni kao običan otpad i proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog uobičajenog veka trajanja. (Netherlands) (Nederlands) De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus..
1-20 Preface (Slovak) (Slovenčina) Na základe smernice Európskej únie („EU“) o elektrických a elektronických zariadeniach číslo 2002/96/ES, ktorá vstúpila do platnosti 13. augusta 2005, výrobky, ktorými sú „elektrické a elektronické zariadenia” nesmú byť zneškodňované spolu s komunálnym odpadom a výrobcovia patričných elektronických zariadení sú povinní takéto výrobky na konci životnosti prevziať naspäť.
1-21 Preface 2002/96/EC, koja je na snazi od 13. kolovoza 2005., "električni i elektronički uređaji" se ne smiju više bacati zajedno s kućnim otpadom i proizvođači su obvezni zbrinuti takve proizvode na kraju njihovog životnog vijeka. (Estonian) (Eesti) Vastavalt Euroopa Liidu ("EL") direktiivile 2002/96/EÜ (elektri- ja elektroonikaseadmete jäätmete kohta), mis jõustus 13.
1-22 Preface Optical Device Drive Notice CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your 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 disassemble the enclosure.
CHAPTER 2 Introductions
2-2 Introductions Congratulations on becoming an user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. Manual Map This User’s Manual provides instructions and illustrations on how to operate this notebook.
2-3 Introductions Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. Unpacking First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future.
2-4 Introductions Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension 428 (W) x 288 (D) x 55 (H) mm Weight 3.9~4.2 kg (with 9-cell battery) CPU Socket Socket rPGA989 Supported Processor Intel® Huron River Sandy Bridge (Quad-core/ Dual-core) Process 32nm L3 Cache up to 8MB (based on CPU) Special Notification The actual processor preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased. Please contact the local dealer for detailed information.
2-5 Introductions Memory Technology DDR3 1600 MHz (for Quad-core only) Memory DDR3 SO-DIMM X 4 slots Maximum 16 GB (4 GB DDR3 SO-DIMM x 4) DDR3 1066/ 1333 MHz (for Quad-core/ Dual-core) 4096 / 2048 / 1024MB Power AC/DC Adapter 120W, 19V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 6.3A (for GeForce GT555M) AC/DC Adapter 150W, 19.5V Input: 100~240V, 1.5A~2.0A 50~60Hz Output: 19.5V 7.
2-6 Introductions Storage (Items listed here may vary without notice) HDD form factor 2.5” HDD Optical Drive Device Super Multi / Blu-ray (optional) Special Notification The actual HDD and ODD preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased, and may vary without notice. I/O Port Monitor (VGA) 15 pin D-Sub x 1 USB x 2 (version 3.0) Mic-in x1 x 3 (version 2.
2-7 Introductions Communication Port (Items listed here may vary without notice) LAN 10/100/1000 Ethernet Wireless LAN Optionally supported Bluetooth Optionally supported Display LCD Type 17.3” 16:9 LED Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys Full HD Glare/ Anti-Glare LED Video Graphics (optional) NVIDIA GeForce GTX570M NVIDIA GeForce GTX560M NVIDIA GeForce GT555M SGRAM (optional) GDDR5, 3.0GB/ 1.5GB for GeForce GTX570M GDDR5, 1.
2-8 Introductions Special Notification The actual graphics chipset preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased, and may vary without notice.
2-9 Introductions Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the notebook shown in this section may vary from the actual one that users purchased. Top-open View The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook. 1 2 4 8 3 7 4 5 The figures show here are 1. Webcam 2.
2-10 Introductions 1. Webcam This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video recoding or conferencing, and any other interactive applications. 2. Internal Microphone This is the built-in microphone and its function is the same with microphone. 3. Quick Launch Sensors Press the quick launch sensors to activate the specific applications or tools. The following Quick Launch Sensors will only be functional in the Operating System with the S-Bar application installed.
2-11 Introductions Touch this sensor repeatedly to turn the Bluetooth function on or Bluetooth off recurrently. Touch this sensor repeatedly to turn the WLAN function on or off recurrently. WLAN (WiFi) Touch this sensor repeatedly to switch ON or OFF the colorful flash Keyboard LED Backlit Switch keyboard LEDs which are mounted beneath the keyboard. Refer to chapter 3 of this manual for further information.
2-12 Introductions P1 When AC power is connected, touch this sensor to activate the Turbo Drive Engine (TDE) Switch (optional) P1 TDE function. With this function activated, it will bring advanced calculating speed to enhance the system performance. Touch this sensor to bring up the setting interface of Keyboard LED Manager application (KLM). KLM settings (optional) Refer to chapter 3 of this manual for further information. 4.
2-13 Introductions 6. Touchpad This is the pointing device of the notebook. 7. Touchpad Switch Press this button to enable or disable the touchpad function. The touchpad indicator, if equipped, glows when the touchpad function is disabled. 8. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized keyboard. Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools.
2-14 Introductions Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F6 button to turn + the Webcam function on. Press again to turn it off. Webcam Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F8 button + WLAN (WiFi) repeatedly to turn the Wireless LAN (WiFi) function on or off recurrently. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn + Bluetooth (optional) the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off.
2-15 Introductions Front Side View 1 1. Status LED 1. Status LED Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use Blinking amber when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical drive device. Sleep State Blinking amber when the system is in Sleep state. LED goes out when the system is turned off. Battery Status Glowing amber when the battery is being charged. Blinking amber if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery.
2-16 Introductions Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer. Battery LED goes out when it is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is disconnected. Bluetooth Bluetooth LED indicator glows amber when Bluetooth function is enabled. Warning: For flight safety consideration, make sure this LED indicator goes out when you are in flight.
2-17 Introductions Right Side View 1 1 2 1. USB Ports 2. Optical Drive Device 1. USB 2.0/ 3.0 Ports (Optional) The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. USB 3.0, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. 2.
2-18 Introductions Left Side View 1 2 4 4 3 1. Ventilator 2. Card Reader 3. Audio Port Connectors 4. USB Ports 4 1. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2. Card Reader The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), XD (eXtreme Digital), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), SDXC(SD eXtended Capacity), MS (Memory Stick) or MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) cards.
2-19 Introductions 3. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Headphone out/ SPDIF-out Used for speakers or headphones. The S/PDIF connector is also provided for digital audio transmission to external speakers through an optical fiber cable. Connect the Front speakers here. Microphone Used for an external microphone. Connect the Center and Subwoofer speakers here. Line In Used for an external audio device.
2-20 Introductions 4. USB 2.0/ 3.0 Ports (Optional) The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. USB 3.0, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring.
2-21 Introductions Rear Side View 1 3 2 4 5 6 1. Kensington Lock 2. RJ-45 Connector 3. E-SATA Connector 4. Power Connector 5. VGA Port 6. HDMI Connector 1. Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington Lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place with a key or some mechanical PIN device and attached through a rubberised metal cable.
2-22 Introductions 3. E-SATA (External Serial ATA) (optional) The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface brings to storage. 4. Power Connector To connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for the notebook. 5.
2-23 Introductions Bottom Side View 1 2 2 2 5 4 1. Stereo Speaker 2. Venilator 3. Battery Pack 4. Battery Release Button 5. Battery Lock/Unlock Button 3 1. Stereo Speakers Give high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. 2. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 3. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC/DC adapter is disconnected.
2-24 Introductions 4. Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. 5. Battery Lock/Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to unlock position, the battery is removable.
CHAPTER 3 Getting Started
3-2 Getting Started Power Management Connecting the AC power It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC power is connected, recharging the battery will start immediately. Note that the AC/DC adapter included in the package is approved for your notebook; using other adapter model may damage either the notebook or other devices attached to it.
3-3 Getting Started Connecting the AC Power 1. Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord. 2. Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC/DC adapter. 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the electrical outlet. Disconnecting the AC Power When you disconnect the AC/DC adapter, you should: 4. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. 5. Unplug the connector from the notebook. 6.
3-4 Getting Started Using the Battery Power This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on their own. Also, note that the limited warranty to the battery pack may also lose its efficacy when this battery pack is disassembled not by an authorized machinist.
3-5 Getting Started Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1 1. Align and place the battery to the battery tray with correct orientation. 2 2. Press down the battery pack to fasten the battery pack in the battery tray. 3 3. Press the lock/unlock button to the Lock position to make sure the battery pack is securely fastened.
3-6 Getting Started Releasing the Battery Pack It is always recommended to have another battery pack in reserve for enough power supply. Please contact your local dealer to purchase a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook. To remove the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. 2. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position. 3. Locate the battery release button on the bottom side. 4.
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3-8 Getting Started Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or store them to temperatures above +60° C (+140° F). Do not temper with batteries. Keep away from the reach of children. Do not use rusty or damaged batteries.
3-9 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the notebook. Please pay attention to the following tips before recharging the battery: If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and shut down the system or Save-to-Disk. Plug in an external AC/DC adapter. You can use the system, suspend system operation or shut down and turn off the system without interrupting the charging process.
3-10 Getting Started ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function (Optionally Supported) ECO Engine, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various power saving modes – Movie mode, Game mode, Presentation mode, and Office mode, to extend the battery running time while performing different tasks with this notebook. Note that the ECO Engine will only be functional in the Operating System with the S-Bar application installed.
3-11 Getting Started Movie Mode Select this mode while playing multimedia applications Game Mode Select this mode while performing game applications. Presentation Mode Select this mode while performing presentation applications. Office Mode Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks. ECO Off Selected to disable ECO Engine. To select the ECO Engine mode, please: 1.
3-12 Getting Started 4. Move the mouse cursor to point the desired ECO mode, and then left click the mouse on the selected icon. 5. To learn which ECO mode is selected presently, read the icon on behalf of each mode appearing on the display when selected. 6. To switch to a different ECO mode, follow the steps above again. 7.
3-13 Getting Started TurboBattery+ Function (Optionally Supported) In addition to ECO Engine function, this notebook also provides a battery power management function, which named TurboBattery+, for users to manage the battery power status on their own. With the TurboBattery+ Setting menu, users will be able to enable or disable the particular devices preinstalled, such as Wireless LAN, or Webcam, etc., to maximize the battery running time or process the better system performance.
3-14 Getting Started 3. Move the mouse cursor to point the icon (TurboBattery+), and then left click the mouse on it to activate the TurboBattery+ Function. 4. Users may also press the TurboBattery+ Quick Launch Button, if equipped on the notebook, to activate the TurboBattery+ function promptly and directly without going through the above steps. 5. When the TurboBattery+ Function is activated, the display will be turned into monochrome.
3-15 Getting Started 4. To disable the devices in the setting menu when the TurboBattery+ Function is activated, move the mouse cursor to point the particular device and then left click the mouse on it. 5. Be aware of that the devices which are set to be disabled will only take effect when the TurboBattery+ Function is activated.
3-16 Getting Started Power Management in Windows OS Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to standby/hibernate mode after a period of user inactivity. Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS: 1.
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3-18 Getting Started Energy Saving Tips Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer’s energy consumption. Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer’s power Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall socket if management.
3-19 Getting Started Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your notebook for a long period of time. Your work area should have enough illumination.
3-20 Getting Started 4 1. Keep your hands and feet with optimal comfort. 2. Adjust the angle and position of LCD 1 2 panel. 3. Adjust the desk’s height. 4. Sit straight and keep a good posture. 5. Adjust the chair’s height. 3 1 5 Having a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your notebook for long periods of time; otherwise, it may cause discomfort or injury to you. Please keep the following tips in mind when operating. Change your posture frequently.
3-21 Getting Started Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys. Typewriter keys Numeric keys The keyboard shown here may vary from the actual one, depending on which county users purchase the notebook.
3-22 Getting Started Typewriter Keys In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several keys for special purposes, such as [Ctrl,] [Alt,] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off. When this function is activated, you can use the numeric keys that are embedded in the typewriter keys.
3-23 Getting Started Cursor Keys The four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys are used to control the cursor movement. Move the cursor left for one space. Move the cursor right for one space. Move the cursor up for one line. Move the cursor down for one line. Move to the previous page. + Move to the next page. + Move to the beginning of the line (or document). Move to the end of the line (or document).
3-24 Getting Started The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between “insert” and “overtype” modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for one space. Press this key to delete one character to the left of the cursor and move the following text left for one space.
3-25 Getting Started Enable or disable the touchpad function. + Decrease the LCD brightness. + Increase the LCD brightness. + Decrease the built-in speaker’s volume. + Increase the built-in speaker’s volume. + Disable the computer’s audio function. + + Force the computer into sleep state (depending on the system configuration).
3-26 Getting Started Quick Launch [Fn] Buttons Use the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these quick launch buttons, users will be able to do work more efficiently. Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F4 button to + User Defined or Windows Search launch the User Defined application. Or, press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F4 button to launch the Windows Search function.
3-27 Getting Started Press and hold the Fn button, and then press the F9 button to turn + Bluetooth (optional) the Bluetooth function on. Press again to turn it off. This function button will not be available when the Bluetooth function is not supported.
3-28 Getting Started Using Keyboard LED Manager (KLM) The notebook is equipped with colorful flash keyboard LEDs, which are mounted beneath the keyboard, to give more entertaining effects while using it. Users are allowed to set the color variation of the LEDs via the Keyboard LED Manager (KLM) application. Be noted that the keyboard LEDs can only be controlled by the Keyboard LED Manager application.
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3-30 Getting Started 1. KLM Launching icon 7. LED Section – B 2. Standard: Dual Color/ Wave/ Breathing/ 8. LED Color – B Gaming/ Normal 9. LED Switch – B 3. Idle: Wave/ Breathing/ OFF 10. LED Section – C 4. LED Section – A 11. LED Color – C 5. LED Color – A 12. LED Switch – C 6. LED Switch – A 13. Color Wheel 14. Lock Keyboard 15.
3-31 Getting Started Selecting the LED Flashing Mode in Idle status Select a desired LED Flashing Mode in Idle status. The selection will take effect while the system is in Sleep mode. y Click on [ Idle ], and then select a desired LED flashing mode from Wave, Breathing, and OFF. Deciding the illuminated color of LEDs The flashing LEDs which are mounted beneath the keyboard are divided into three sections. Users are allowed to decide the illuminated color of LEDs for each section.
3-32 Getting Started Decrease the brightness level of LEDs + Increase the brightness level of LEDs + Grouping the three LED sections The three LED sections also can be grouped into one main section. Once the three LED sections are grouped, there is only one color, when illuminated, can be selected. y Click on the [ Lock Keyboard ] to have the three LED sections grouped into one main section. y Select a desired illuminated color from the Color Wheel by clicking on it.
3-33 Getting Started Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. 1. Cursor Movement Area This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad, allows you to place your finger on and control the cursor on the screen by moving one of your finger. 2.
3-34 Getting Started Using the Touchpad Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad: Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. In addition, you can change the size, shape, moving speed and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen.
3-35 Getting Started that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button. Tapping twice more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double-click. Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor on the desired item and slightly tap twice on the touchpad, and then keep your fingertip in contact with the touchpad on the second tap.
3-36 Getting Started Knowing the Smart Pad The Smart Pad integrated in your notebook allows users to perform various actions with multi-finger taps and gestures while operating the notebook, and is capable to detect the changes of the multi-finger movement performed by users precisely. This significant Smart Pad will surely bring users not only an efficient but also an enjoyable experience of using the notebook.
3-37 Getting Started Gestures Actions Functions Tapping the touchpad once with one finger. Single clicking the Left button of the mouse. Double tapping the touchpad with one finger. Double clicking the Left button of the mouse. Touch the touchpad with single finger and move around your finger on the touchpad. Cursor moving. Move the cursor to a particular object with single finger.
3-38 Getting Started Gestures Actions Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain the fingers on the touchpad. Functions Scrolling a page vertically. Move the two fingers on the touchpad vertically. Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad. Scrolling a page horizontally. Move the two fingers on the touchpad horizontally. Touch the touchpad with two fingers and remain both fingers on the touchpad.
3-39 Getting Started About Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage device. Therefore, it is usually used to install the operating system and software applications. To avoid unexpected data loss in your system, please backup your critical files regularly.
3-40 Getting Started Using the Optical Storage Device Your notebook is equipped with an optical storage device. The actual device preinstalled in your notebook depends on the model you purchased. DVD Super Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive. It is capable to write CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R/DVD-RW, or DVD+R/DVD+RW formats, and so on. Blu-ray: It is a high-capacity optical disc that holds the high-definition video (HD) on a single-sided disk.
3-41 Getting Started Inserting the Disk The following general instructions procedure when describe the operating the 2 optical storage device: 1. 2. Confirm that the notebook is turned on. Touch the EJECT quick launch sensor and the disk tray will slide out partially. Please Note: The ODD Eject sensor is functional under pure DOS system. 3 However, in an Operating System without the S-Bar application installed, the Eject sensor will not be functional.
3-42 Getting Started Removing the Disk Follow the instructions below to remove the disk that is placed in the optical storage 6 device: 6. Touch the EJECT quick launch sensor and the disk tray will slide out partially. 7 7. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended. 8 8. Hold the disk by its edge with your fingers and lift it up from the tray. 9 9. Push the tray back into the drive.
3-43 Getting Started Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. All devices listed here are for reference only. Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the USB devices This notebook provides USB ports for connecting various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, digital camera, webcam, printer, and external optical storage device, ete..
3-44 Getting Started Connecting the External Display Devices This notebook provides a VGA port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. The 15-pin D-Sub VGA port allows users to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the notebook display.
3-45 Getting Started HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new interface standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. Once the display is connected to the notebook, power on the notebook and the external display should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2].
3-46 Getting Started Connecting the External SATA Hard Disk device The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface brings to storage. The E-SATA standard interface supports “plug-and-play” technology, so that you can connect and remove the E-SATA devices without turning off the notebook.
3-47 Getting Started Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The RJ-45 connector of the notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your MIS staff or network manager for help.
3-48 Getting Started Using Wireless LAN Connection (optional) This notebook is equipped with wireless LAN module which allows users to perform fast data transmission with the standard IEEE 802.11 for wireless LAN. This gives users the mobility to move around within a broad coverage area and still be connected to the network.
3-49 Getting Started Using Bluetooth Connection (optional) This notebook is equipped with Bluetooth module which allows to users to connect various Bluetooth-enabled devices to the notebook. Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phones, personal computers, printers, GPS receivers, PDAs, digital cameras, and video game consoles through a secure, globally unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) 2.4 GHz short-range radio frequency bandwidth.
3-50 Getting Started Components Replacement and Upgrade Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, wireless LAN / Bluetooth module and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased.
3-51 Getting Started This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery 1 pack, and the battery pack is replaceable by users. To replace the battery pack, please refer to the section of Using Battery power for details. This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device, and 2 this device may be upgradable and replaceable by the authorized dealer or service center.
3-52 Getting Started To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s Manual provided. For any further information about the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product, if you are not an authorized dealer or service center, since it may cause the warranty void. It is strongly recommended to contact the authorized dealer or service center for any upgrade or replace service.
CHAPTER 4 BIOS Setup
4-2 BIOS Setup About BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and is requested to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default BIOS settings. How to Run BIOS Setup? To run the BIOS Setup Utility, turn on the notebook and press the [Del] key during the POST procedure.
4-3 BIOS Setup Control Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one Press right arrow to select one menu title. menu title. Press up arrow to select one item Press down arrow to select one under the menu title. item under the menu title. Increase the setting value or make changes. + Decrease the setting value or make changes. 1) Open the selected item to change setting options. 2) Bring up a sub-menu when available.
4-4 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Select the tags to enter the other menus. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory size and setting of system time and date. Advanced Menu Adjust the advanced settings, such as power consumption, USB/ PCI devices, of the notebook in order to achieve a better performance. Boot Menu Set up boot type and boot sequence.
4-5 BIOS Setup Main Menu System Date This item allows you to set the system date. The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). Month The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Date The date from 01 to 31. Year The year can be adjusted by users. System Time This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode.
4-6 BIOS Setup System Information This item provides the information about the firmware, processor, and system memory.
4-7 BIOS Setup Advanced Menu PCI Latency Timer This item controls how long each PCI device can hold the bus before another takes over. When set to higher values, every PCI device can conduct transactions for a longer time and thus improve the effective PCI bandwidth. For better PCI performance, you should set the item to higher values. Setting options: 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, and 248. SATA Mode Selection This item allows you to choose SATA device working in IDE mode or AHCI mode.
4-8 BIOS Setup iCharger Function This notebook supports the iCharger function. When "iCharger" is set to Enabled, it will automatically detect if there is an iPad or iPhone connected to the notebook. USB Configuration Select this item to enter the sub-menu: -- Legacy USB Support Selecting Enabled allows users to use USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, or portable disk, in DOS system; or allows users to boot the system by USB device. Auto.
4-9 BIOS Setup Boot Menu Boot Configuration Configure settings during system boot. Bootup NumLock State This setting is to set the Num Lock State when the system is powered on. Setting to On will turn on the Num Lock key when the system is powered on. Setting to Off will allow the users to use the arrow keys on the numeric keypad. Quiet Boot This setting is to show POST message during POST process, if not, then it will show OEM logo.
4-10 BIOS Setup Security Menu Administrator Password When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below: Enter New Password Type a maximum of twenty-digit password and press [Enter]. The password entered now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You may also press [ESC] to abandon new password setting. Select User Password to give or to abandon password setting.
4-11 BIOS Setup The password is required every time when the Notebook is Always powered on or when users try to access to BIOS SETUP UTILITY. To clear the setting of Administrator Password or User Password, please press [Enter] under Administrator Password or User Password field when the password setting pop-up dialogue appears. Please note that when the Administrator Password is cleared, the User Password will be cleared at the same time.
4-12 BIOS Setup Save & Exit Menu Save Changes and Reset Save the changes you have made and reset the utility. Discard Changes and Exit Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made.. Load Setup Defaults Select this item to load the default settings.
