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TM
G-MAX N501 User’s Manual
Copyright ©2004
All Right Reserved – Printed in Taiwan
Notebook Computer N501
User’s Manual
Original Issue: 2004/06
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer
G-MAX N501. Information in the manual has been carefully checked for
accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any mean
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your notebook. When Using Your Notebook CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. Do not attempt to service the notebook yourself
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual security machine, but never put the drive through a metal detector. When traveling, do not place your notebook in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your notebook or subject it to other mechanical shocks. Protect your notebook, battery, and hard drive from environmental hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. When you move your notebook betw
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This equipment generates, uses,
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual If your MODEM causes harm to the telephone network, the local Telephone Company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. However, if advanced notice isn't practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affe
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) Most notebook computer G-MAX N501 computer products are classified by the Bureau of Standards, Meteorology and Inspection (BSMI) as Class B information technology equipment (ITE). This notebook computer G-MAX N501 device is classified for use in a
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual About Your Notebook Computer G-MAX N501 Congratulation for having purchased your new All-In-One Notebook Computer G-MAX N501. Your notebook computer G-MAX N501 incorporates the remarkable performance and flexible connectivity, to give you a fine-tuned set of computing tools for reasonable price. Your new notebook computer G-MAX N501 is dedicated to professional elite who demands excellent efficiency like you.
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual VIII
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual About This User’s Manual Welcome to your All-In-One Notebook Computer G-MAX N501 User’s Manual. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your notebook computer G-MAX N501. 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 notebook computer G-MAX N501. This manual is divided into eight
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual There is no need to read the manual from the beginning to end. Simply find your way to the section that interests you using the index, or browse through the manual. You will come across the following icons in the manual: Helpful pointers and tricks to get more from your notebook computer G-MAX N501 To help you note and avoid possible damage to your notebook computer G-MAX N501's hardware or software, or loss of your work Points out possible damage
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Contents Safety Instructions……….………………………………………………… Regulatory Notices………………………………………………………….. About Your Notebook Computer G-MAX N501……………………. About This User’s Manual…………………………………………………. 1 Introducing Your Notebook Computer G-MAX N501…………3 1.1 Front Side………………….…………………….……………………………………4 1.2 Right Side...............................…………………….……………………8 1.3 LeftSide ……………………………………………..………………………………. 10 1.4 Back Side………………………..……………………………………………………12 1.5 Bottom Side…………………………………
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 6.3 The Main Menu……………………………………………………………………..53 6.4 The System Devices Menu…………………………………………………..54 6.5 The Security Menu………………………………………………………………. 57 6.6 The Boot Menu……………………………………………………………………..58 6.7 The Exit Menu……………………………………………………………………….59 6.8 How to Upgrade the BIOS..…………………………………………………..62 7 Troubleshooting……………………………………………………..…65 7.1 Frequently Asked Questions……….……………………………………….66 8 Specifications……………………………………………………………69 Appendix A
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1 Introducing your notebook computer G-MAX N501 Your notebook computer G-MAX N501 is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the these powerful features in mobile computing, your notebook computer G-MAX N501 makes a natural high-performance companion. With leap of technology and compact, your notebook computer G-MAX N501 runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal productivi
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.1 Front 1 2 9 3 10 8 4 5 6 7 1 LCD Module Latch 6 Device Status Lights 2 Display 7 Optical Digital Drive Keyboard 3 Easy Buttons 8 4 TouchPad 9 Power Button 5 TouchPad Button 10 Keyboard Status Lights 4
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.1.1 LCD Module Latch Secures the display case to your notebook computer G-MAX N501. To open the display, slide the latch to the right and lift the display. When you close the display, the latch will secure it automatically. 1.1.2 Display Your display is a 15” / 14.1” COLOR TFT/XGA + LCD. 1.1.3 Easy Buttons These 2 buttons launch your favorite programs. Launches a pre-configured program. 1.1.4 TouchPad The TouchP
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.1.6 Device Status Lights Indicates power on; flashing indicates standby mode. Indicates battery status. For details, see Battery. Indicates wireless communication status. 1.1.7 Optical Digital Drive The optical digital drive provides a means for you to import/export data and small files into/from your notebook computer G-MAX N501. Depending on the configuration of your notebook computer G-MAX N501, you may either be able to record CDs or p
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.1.8 Keyboard ® ® The keyboard includes a numeric keypad and the Microsoft Windows logo key . See Keyboard and TouchPad in Chapter 2 for more on using keyboard shortcuts. 1.1.9 Power Button Press to turn your notebook computer G-MAX N501 on. For more on power settings, see Power Management. Windows XP, which comes preinstalled, goes into the shutdown sequence automatically if you press the power button while on. You
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.2 Right Side 1 Speaker 2 AC Adapter connector 3 Air Vent 1.2.1 Speaker To adjust the system speaker volume, look under the Sounds and Audio ® Devices Properties of the Control Panel. Refer to Windows manual for more details. Many software programs, such as multimedia applications, also include their own volume controls. 8
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.2.2 AC Adapter Connector Use this connector to attach the AC adapter to your notebook computer G-MAX N501. You can connect an AC adapter when your notebook computer G-MAX N501 is switched on or off. While the AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide, power connectors and power strips vary from country to country. Ensure you use compatible cable or correctly connect the cable to the power strip or electrical
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TM G-MAX N501 User’s Manual 1.3 Left Side 1 USB Connector 2 Infrared Port 3 PC Card Port 4 SD Card Port 5 Audio Ports 6 Wireless Communication Switch 7 Speaker 1.3.1 USB Connector Use this port to connect a USB device, such as a mouse, full-size external keyboard, or printer, to the notebook computer G-MAX N501. USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps. USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and con
