FIC CM2 User Guide 1
N otebook User Guide Copyright©2005 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2006/3 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
N otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. Radio and television interference Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
N otebook User Guide You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402 Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.
N otebook User Guide Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Optical Disk Drive Notice The optical disk drive is Class 1 Laser Product.
N otebook User Guide (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following European standards: EN 300 328 V.1.6.1 :2004 EN 301 489-17 V.1.2.1 :2002 EN 50371: 2002 EN 60950 :2000 EN 55022: 1998+A1 2000+A2 2003 EN 55024: 1998+A1 2001+A2 2003 EN 61000-3-2: +A1 2001 EN 61000-3-3: 2002 802.11b & 802.
N otebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer Congratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry. Your new notebook computer not only drives today multimedia applications but also be ready for tomorrow exciting new software.
N otebook User Guide About Your User Guide Welcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of great and fun things with your computer. This manual is divided into eight chapters. Chapter 1 gives introduction on your computer features.
N otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER ..................................................................7 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE.........................................................................................8 1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................15 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 2 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT .................................................................................
N otebook User Guide 2.6 3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK .................................................................................47 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 10 Installing the Audio Device Driver....................................................................41 Installing the Modem Device Driver .................................................................42 Installing ALPS - Touch Pad driver ..................................................................
N otebook User Guide 3.9 4 FUN WITH MULTIMEDIA ..........................................................................................71 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 5 NOTEBOOK MULTIMEDIA FEATURES ..................................................................72 AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM FEATURES .....................................................................72 SETTING UP THE AUDIO DRIVER PROPERTIES .....................................................73 WINDOWS MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMS ...........
N otebook User Guide 6.6 6.7 6.8 7 USING THE BOOT SETUP ...................................................................................101 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM .................................................................102 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS...........................................................................103 USING OPTIONS..................................................................................................105 SYSTEM UPGRADE ..................................
N otebook User Guide Wireless devices ...............................................................................................122 AC/DC Power Supply Adapter.........................................................................122 Battery..............................................................................................................122 Weight and Dimension.....................................................................................
1 Introduction 1 Introduction Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural traveling companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, entertainment, and professional applications. It is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.
N otebook User Guide 1.1 Feature Highlight Before we go to identify each part of your Notebook PC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your computer. Processing Unit • Your notebook runs on Intel ® CoreTM Duo or Intel ® CoreTM Solo or Intel® Celeron® M microprocessor that is integrated with 2MB/1MB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed.
1 Introduction USB 2.0 Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission. PCMCIA Provides one PCMCIA slot that allows you to insert one Type II card Audio System Compliant with Intel HD Audio (Azalia 2 channels) PCI Local Bus Architecture • 32-bit PCI Enhanced SATA IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA-150 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme.
N otebook User Guide • 1.2 System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer. Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents.
1 Introduction 1.3 The Inside of the Notebook The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features. 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 3. Keyboard 6. Touchpad Pointing Device • 2.4. Built-in Stereo Speaker 5. Power On/Resume Button Color Widescreen LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 12.
N otebook User Guide TFT color LVDS with Widescreen 12.1” 1024x768 (XGA) resolution panels. ⇓ Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color) on either size panels. ⇓ LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of the LCD. ⇓ Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor. • Built-in Stereo Speakers Integrated left and right mini stereo speakers for sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.
1 Introduction • 1.4 Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons. The two select buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard computer mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the Glide Pad to control the position of the cursor. Use the selection buttons below the Glide Pad to select menu items. The Front Side of the Notebook 1. Status LED Indicators 2.
N otebook User Guide NOTEBOOK STATUS ICONS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power and operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the system status. 1. Power Indicator 3. HDD/ODD Access 5. Num Lock • • Power Indicator Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is opened or closed. ⇓ Lights blue when the system is powered on.
1 Introduction • ⇓ Lights amber to indicate that the battery is in charging. ⇓ Lights blue to indicate the battery is fully charged. ⇓ Lights off to indicate that no battery has been installed. HDD/ODD Access ⇓ When LED in blue light indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk (HDD). ⇓ When LED in amber light indicates that the system is accessing the Optical Disk Drive (ODD). • Caps Lock When LED in blue light indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated.
N otebook User Guide 1. Wireless LAN Access 2. E-mail LED • Wireless LAN access When LED in blue light indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated. When LED lights off, it indicates that the function is disabled. • E-mail LED While your Outlook application is opened, the LED in blue light indicates that you have incoming e-mails.
1 Introduction 1.5 The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices. Each port is described as followings. 1. DC Power Port 2. Modem Port • DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your notebook and recharging the battery. • Modem Port A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed. It keeps you connected to the outside world through phone line.
N otebook User Guide 1.6 2. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 3. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 4. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 5. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.
1 Introduction • Locking Device Keyhole Lets you attach a Kensington security system or a compatible lock to physically secure your notebook computer. • VGA Port Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display. You can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or switch it to monitor only using the display hot-key. • Air-Outlet Vent Emits the heat out of your computer and keeps it within operating temperature. • USB 2.
N otebook User Guide • 1.7 PCMCIA Slot ⇓ Lets you connect various PC cards such as memory card ⇓ Supports both 3V, 5V 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC cards. The Right Side of the Notebook The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the following figure. 1. Optical Disk Drive 2. USB 2.0 Ports 3. LAN Port Right Side Features • 28 Optical Disk Drive Allows you to load and start programs from a compact disc (CD) or a digital video disc (DVD) and play conventional audio CDs.
1 Introduction 1.8 • USB 2.0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer. • LAN Port An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN module connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN). The Underside of the Notebook The bottom of the notebook computer offers the following features. 1. Wireless LAN Compartment 2. Memory Compartment 3.
N 30 otebook User Guide • Wireless LAN Compartment This compartment is for installing Wireless LAN module to enable the Wireless LAN function. We strongly suggest that wireless LAN module should be installed only by certified dealer. • Memory Compartment There are two SO-DIMM memory slots. One memory slot is empty for upgrade usage.
1 Introduction 1.9 Notebook Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. You just change the power cord if you are going to use your notebook in other countries with different connector outlets. When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the notebook computer is powered on.
N otebook User Guide 1.10 Notebook Options DVD/CD-RW Combo Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title. DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack This device pack combines following two standard packs. Using the suitable media, you can make any format of CD or DVD as you want. DVD-RW combo: This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD-R or DVDRW media and also can read DVD/CD title.
Getting Started 2 2 Getting Started Your Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the driver installation of the notebook.
N otebook User Guide 2.1 Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable. Before you use your notebook computer, install and recharge the battery pack first.
Getting Started 2 Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack.
N otebook User Guide Replacing the Battery Pack When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the ExpressCard slots, the hard disk drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much sooner than you expect.
Getting Started 2.2 2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: 1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet. 3.
N otebook User Guide + 2.3 y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. y Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. y Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter). Starting Your Computer The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit.
Getting Started 2 After the test, the screen will also display a message "press to enter SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later. After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive.
N otebook User Guide first if they have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not, follow the procedures below: INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE To install Windows XP directly from your optical disk drive, please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "DVD/CD-ROM Drive", then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit Saving Changes".
Getting Started 5. Click “Yes” to accept the License Agreement. 6. Click “Next” to continue the following step. 7. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press Finish to restart your system. 2 INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your computer: Installing VGA device driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2.
N otebook User Guide where the audio driver is located. 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4. Click “Next” to continue the following steps. 5. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press “Finish” to restart your system. INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Castlenet System Azalia Modem driver: Installing Modem driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run.
Getting Started 5. 2 Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press Finish to restart your system. INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver: Installing LAN driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\Winxp\LAN\Setup.exe" 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4.
N otebook User Guide 4. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears 5. Tick the option “I accept the terms in the license agreement”, and click Next for further step processing 6. Tick the option “Typical”, and click Next again. 7. Click “OK” to agree default setting. 8. Click “OK” to complete it. INSTALLING CARDREADER DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Cardreader driver: Installing Cardreader driver for Windows XP 1.
Getting Started 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\Winxp\EzMail\Ezmail_Setup.exe" 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4. Click “Next” to continue the following steps. 5. Click “Install” to implement setup program to install the utility. 6. Tick the option “Launch EzMail”, and click “Finish” to complete it.
N otebook User Guide 2.6 Turning off Your Computer If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the computer for longer use. Before turning off the power, you need to close first all application programs and shutdown the operating system. After turning off the computer, make it a habit to leave the LVDS panel open for a while whenever used for an extended period of time. This allows the inside parts of the computer to cool off.
Using Your Notebook 3 3 Using Your Notebook This chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer. It is very important to familiarize yourself well with the operating system.
N otebook User Guide 3.1 Starting Your Operating System The operating system is a must ingredient in using your computer. Without an operating system, it is like playing chess without the chessboard. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows. You should have installed one operating system by your dealer unless you are an expert computer user and would need a more powerful operating system.
Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key 3 2. Control Keys 4. Control Keys 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
N otebook User Guide • 50 Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: ⇓ Start Menu key Displays the Start menu. ⇓ Shortcut/Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application.
Using Your Notebook 3 BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS Keypad Function Description key. Execute a command. Within many text editing application programs, the key inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary typewriter does. key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a command or function. key. Known as the Insert key. Press this key to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type over mode. key. Known as the Print Screen key.
N otebook User Guide Keypad Function Description key. Known as the Control key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. + key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. + key. Activates the embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are color coded blue. + key.
Using Your Notebook 3 SCREEN CONTROL KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line. + key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time + key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time + key. Moves the cursor to the end of a screen or line. + WINDOWS HOT KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu. key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system.
N otebook User Guide SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions. When pressed in conjunction with the key, these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys". Keypad + Function Description To activate the system into the suspend mode. To Turn or turn off LCD Backlight. + + Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously. Enable or Disables the built-in wireless LAN.
Using Your Notebook Keypad 3 Function Description Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + + + 3.3 To shut down or resume the built-in system speaker volume. System will boot to LEOS (Lenovo Operating system) during POST (Power-On Self Test) Using the Glide Pad Pointing Device Your computer comes with a built-in Glide Pad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface. The Glide Pad offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions.
N otebook User Guide 1. Left Selection Button 2. Right Selection Button 3. Glide Pad Glide Pad Features Here how to use the Glide Pad pointing device: 56 1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad. 2.
Using Your Notebook 3.4 3 3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a doubleclick, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the finger remains on the pad. 4. When you press both the Left and Right click button at the same time, the auto Scroll function will be activated.
N otebook User Guide POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT): Display Possible Resolution Maximum Colors 12.1” TFT LCD 1024x768 XGA 1024x768 800x600 16 million colors 16 million colors CRT Only 2048x1538 (Maximum resolutions) 16 million colors + 65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16 million or 16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color.
Using Your Notebook 3.5 3 Knowing the Power Saving Features One of the great features in your notebook computer aside from its superior performance is the ability to save energy power. Your computer is designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use. This feature not only gives you longer battery hours but cooler systems and components as well.
N otebook User Guide goes into hibernation, Windows saves your entire desktop state before powering down your computer. You don’t need to save and close each document before you put your notebook into hibernation. When you press power button again, system will bring your notebook out of hibernation. You'll find your applications and documents open on your desktop exactly as you left them. + Hibernation is enabled by default.
Using Your Notebook 3 have done all of this for you. You can refer to Chapter 6 on how to run the BIOS SETUP program. You can increase the system’s storage capacity by replacing the standard hard disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity. 3.7 + If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact your local dealer for more information about this dealer-installable device. + Always turn off your computer first before removing the hard disk drive.
N otebook User Guide 3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock. + If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader. 4. To close the combo drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The combo drive LED will activate when the disc is detected. Wait until the LED has turned off and then start to read the disc.
Using Your Notebook 3 • Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either side of the CD. • Keep the CD away from direct sunlight or high temperatures. • Clean fingerprints or dust from the CD by wiping it with a soft cloth. The above points also apply to other optical storage media. + 3.8 The Combo drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.
N otebook User Guide (I/O) features such as modems and LANs. The features for Type II Cards include following characters: • Type II Extended Cards Many PC cards are Type II extended cards. The extended card has an additional physical component that protrudes beyond the traditional card size. The extension can be as large as 40 mm deep by 9.65 mm high. This extension provides room for additional electronics as well as a location for external connectors. The GPRS card is an example.
Using Your Notebook 3 Type III Cards Type III cards are thicker (10.5 mm) than Type II cards and allow no extensions. This notebook does not support Type III Card. WHAT IS CARDBUS? CardBus is the high-performance 32-bit PCI bus master interface from PCMCIA. It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3.3V. Your notebook computer incorporates the CardBus inside the PC card slot. Aside from 3.
N otebook User Guide Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot, you should first disable the PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings: 66 1. Double click the PC card icon on the right bottom side of the task bar. 2. Select the socket from the list that you want to remove, and click Stop button. The system then disables the function of PCMCIA card. 3.
Using Your Notebook 3 MAKING PC CARDS WORK Since PC cards come in different types and brands, making every card work on your computer may not that be easy. PC cards like network, SCSI or multifunction cards (MFC) need additional driver installation and configuration in making the card work. This additional driver may already be built-in under Windows that Windows will try to detect and prompts you if you want to install the driver.
N otebook User Guide + Some PC cards require additional system resources. Before inserting a PC card you may have to disable either the USB port, or the 56K internal modem. Check the Windows device manager to ensure that there are no conflicts of resource amount those devices. HOT SWAPPING PC CARDS Just like floppy disk drive, your PCMCIA slots allow you to replace one PC card with another even while your computer is on.
Using Your Notebook 3 Inserting Flash Memory Card To insert a flash memory card into the slot is similar to ExpressCard. You only need to pay more attention whenever insert the flash memory card into the slot with the correct side. For MMC and SD card, you should position the copper connector at the bottom side. For Memory Stick card, you should position the copper connector at the topside. All of these cards should be located at the center of the slots in inserting.
N otebook User Guide Removing Flash Memory Card It is similar to ExpressCard for removing a flash memory card from the slot. You should first disable the card setting in the system as described in the former section. To remove the flash memory card, you should only pull out the card by finger, there is no release button for flash memory slot.
Fun with Multimedia 4 4 Fun with Multimedia This chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use Combo drive in creating an exciting full multimedia presentation.
N otebook User Guide 4.1 Notebook Multimedia Features Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following: 4.2 • This notebook is powered by Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology • Up to 2GB DDR2- SDRAM • DVD Dual optional disk drive • Integrated Intel 945GM graphics engine. • Compliant with Intel HD Audio (Azalia) and with built-in speaker.
Fun with Multimedia • 4.3 4 Sound volume adjust by K/B hot-key Setting up the Audio Driver Properties Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your computer, you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought your computer with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows. 4.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows: 4.5 • Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files • Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback • Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer + For more information on how to operate these multimedia components, run the program and click on the Help menu.
Fun with Multimedia 4 be played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system. To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups.
N otebook User Guide 2. Click Properties in the Options main menu. 3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box. Figure 4-3 Audio Properties 4. 76 Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you will select the input device for the recording source. If you want to record from the Combo drive with audio music, you must click on CD Player.
Fun with Multimedia 4 Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Your computer allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording. The external microphone jack is found on the left side of your computer. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow the same procedure for recording voice. USING THE BUILT-IN COMBO DRIVE You would normally use the Combo drive for recording audio music from the Audio CD. Follow these steps: 1.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player 4.6 4. Select the starting point where you want to start recording. 5. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button. 6. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button. You can adjust the volume control so you can also hear the music while in recording. Playing Audio and Sound Your computer has built-in twin speakers to playback audio and sound.
Fun with Multimedia 4 For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to your ear. USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player. Follow these steps: 4.7 1. Click on Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then Entertainment. 2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program. 3.
N otebook User Guide Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player 4.8 Using DVD DVD is the breakthrough in superb full-motion picture playback. One disc can contain at least 4.7GB of information, capable of holding one full-length movie with soundtracks, subtitles, and different languages. Much more, the DVD-ROM drive of your computer is backward compatible with CD-ROM drive so it allows you to use any CD as well. It also works the same as the CDROM.
Fun with Multimedia 4 You can use Windows Media Player to watch DVDs on your Notebook computer. Like a conventional DVD player, by using the Player, you can skip to specific titles and chapters, play sequences in slow motion, gain access to special features, and switch audio and caption languages. In addition to these conventional DVD player tasks, you can also retrieve information about each disc from the Internet.
N otebook User Guide 4.9 Using Rewritable Optical Disk Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo or DVD+RW combo drive is a device that can write digital data to CD-R and CD-RW or DVD+R and DVD+RW media. With this device, you can backup your own data to CD-R or CD-RW disc for mass data storage and safely retaining. The CD-R disc can be written several times until the CD-R is full; the CD-RW disc, furthermore, can write and erase data repeatedly. Please refer to the related user manual about the CD-RW software.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 5 Connecting to Peripherals This chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter.
N otebook User Guide 5.1 Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your notebook computer, and up to 127 devices can be attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.
Connecting to Peripherals + 5.2 5 The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device while not in use. Using an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system. To connect an external monitor: 1.
N otebook User Guide 5.3 6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display, you can use the + hot-key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only. + Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and how to change the display properties.
Connecting to Peripherals + 5.4 5 If you use external speakers and experience the sound distortion or feedback, please lower the volume. Some factors is caused by too close locating the microphone and speakers from each other, moving away the external audio option from the unit may also help.
N otebook User Guide 5.5 Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN. Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with wireless connection.
Connecting to Peripherals 5.6 5 Using the Modem Port This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to connect to an online service or bulletin board. The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector. To connect the analog phone cable to your modem: 1. Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-11 connector. 2.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 Customizing Your Notebook Your computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs. This includes you r system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. This information is then stored in the CMOS RAM and will remain permanent unless you change it again.
N otebook User Guide 6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly setup and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. However, you may find it necessary to use the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program to change system configuration information, such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system and pressing the function key.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current settings. • Key Status Bar The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.
N otebook User Guide 6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: [10 :28 :32] , , System Date: [03/10/2006] or selects field. 4 4 [HTS541060G9SA00-(S1)] IDE Secondary/Master [PHILIPS CD-RW/DVD-ROM] CPU Type: Genuine Intel ® CPU CPU Speed: 1660 MHz System Memory: 640 KB Extended Memory: 252928 KB BIOS Version: A.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the , +, or key to move from one field or back to another. You can also change the system time from your operating system. • IDE Channel 0 Master This field display various parameters for the hard disk drive. If type [Auto] is selected, the system automatically sets these parameters.
N otebook User Guide 6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot IDE Channel 0 Master [40008MB SATA1] Type: [Auto] Exit Item Specific Help User = you enter LBA Format parameters of hard-disk Total Sector: 117210240 drive installed at this Maximum Capacity: 60012MBMB SATA1 connection. Multi-Sector Transfers: [16 Sectors] disk drive installed here. LBA Mode Control: [Enabled] CD-ROM = a CD- ROM 32 Bit I/O: [Disabled] drive is installed here.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 6.2.2 SECONDARY MASTER SUB-MENU Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Boot IDE Secondary/Master [ 0MB ] Type: [User] Exit Item Specific Help User = you enter CHS Format parameters of hard-disk Cylinders: [0] drive installed at this Heads: [1] connection. Sectors: [0] Auto = autotypes Hard- Maximum Capacity: 0MB disk drive installed here.
N otebook User Guide 6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Legacy USB Support: [Enabled] Enable support for Disable Logo screen: [Enabled] Legacy Universal Serial Bus 98 F1 Help ÇÈ Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit • USB Legacy Support Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB device.
Customizing Your Notebook 6.4 6 Security Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear User Password Is: Clear Set Supervisor Password [Enter] Set User Password [Enter] Password on boot [Disabled] Fixed disk boot sector [Normal] Set Primary MAS.Disk Password [Enter] Supervisor Password controls access to the Set Primary MAS.
N otebook User Guide • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation. • Set User Password This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set.
Customizing Your Notebook 6.6 6 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: IDE CD: PHILIPS CD-RW/DVD ROM-(SM Keys used to view or IDE HDD: HTS541060G9SA00-(S1) configure devices: PCI BEV: Broadcom MBA Up or Down arrows Select a device.
N otebook User Guide 6.7 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup Exit Discarding Changes and save your Load Setup Defaults changes to CMOS.
Customizing Your Notebook • 6.8 6 Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: 1. Insert the BIOS Update diskette into the diskette drive. 2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive. 3. On the DOS prompt, type the following command. A:\>Phlash XXXXXX.ROM (BIOS filename) or A:\>XXX
Using Options 7 7 Using Options This chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. You can upgrade your system for specific requirements.
N otebook User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: 7.1 Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 256MB DDR2 SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your computer. The table below lists the possible combinations of different memory module and memory size.
Using Options Based Memory Installing Memory Total 1024MB 1024MB 2048 MB 7 INSTALLING MEMORY MODULE Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDR2 SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB in the system, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs) with installed base memory in the system. The 256MB, 512MB and 1024MB memory modules are available: To install the memory module: 1.
N otebook User Guide 4. Locate the memory module into the empty memory module sockets. (Your system comes with one memory module already installed in the socket.) + Avoid touching the exposed components inside the system. Doing so may damage the system. 5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. y Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook.
Using Options 7 2. Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully 3. Remove the connector from the hard disk gently. 4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. 5. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk. 6. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely. 7. Place the hard disk back to the compartment. 8. Cover the lid, then rotate and tighten the screws. 9.
N otebook User Guide + 7.3 Please contact dealer or certified technician for changing the hard disk drive. The damage of changing HDD resulting from users may not be under warranty Wireless Module Installation This computer uses mini-PCI wireless LAN module at the bottom of this notebook for wireless connection. + 110 Please contact dealer for adding or changing this module.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 8 Caring for Your Notebook Your Notebook PC is a fully IBM compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. Lightweight and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivity, and professional applications, it is ideal for use in the office, at home, and on the road.
N otebook User Guide 8.1 Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users. This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. 112 • Before cleaning the notebook computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power outlet.
N otebook User Guide ⇓ The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. ⇓ The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer. • An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s power supply. For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg, a power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2, has to be used.
Caring for Your Notebook 8.3 8 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a big part. After a good working session, the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover. But the display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer radiates heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. Leave the computer's cover open for about ten minutes while the heat disperses. Make this a habit.
N otebook User Guide 8.5 • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use the hard disk. Battery Care Guidelines The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life.
Caring for Your Notebook • 8.6 8 You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months. To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh" function in the BIOS Setup Utility.
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System Specification A APPENDIX A System Specification This appendix gives information on the technical and hardware specifications of your computer. Please note that the information mentioned here may not be exactly the same with your computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual. Designed with an advanced modular architecture, your Notebook PC also allows you for several levels of customization and expansion that are previously available only on desktop PCs.
N otebook User Guide PROCESSOR UNIT • This notebook is powered by Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology • Intel® Core™ Duo processor or Intel® Core™ Solo processor, or Intel® Celeron® M Processor • 2MB/1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor SYSTEM MEMORY • Two 200-pin memory slots • User-upgradeable to maximum 2GB using 200-pin SODIMM 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB modules • DDR2 –667/533/400 SDRAM modules LCD DISPLAY • 12.
System Specification A STORAGE • 2.5” Format 9.
N otebook User Guide KEYBOARD • Full-sized 83-keys keyboard with Windows systems hot-keys, inverted Tcursor keys, 10 hot keys, 12 function keys, and embedded numeric keypad • Provides international language keyboard FLASH BIOS 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O PORTS • 1 x 15-pin VGA port • 3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN port • 1 x 56Kbps v.92 Data/Fax MDC Modem port WIRELESS DEVICES • Mini PCI 802.
System Specification A WEIGHT AND DIMENSION • 282(W) x 242(D) x 21.7 ~ 36.5(H) mm • Approximately 1.
