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E-SATA
HDMI
EXPRESS
Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
E3101 / Mar 2007
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Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 6 Notes For This Manual ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 Preparing your Notebook PC�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side����������������������������������������������
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Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Switches and Status Indicators �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 32 Switches��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 32 Status Indicators �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 33 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) ��������������������������������������������������� 34 4. Usin
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides informa- tion on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components. 3. GettingStarted Gives you information on getting star
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before clean- ing
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripher- als to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the clos
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed informa- tion on using your Notebook PC. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1. Install the battery pack 2 1 3 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC Open max 145 degrees. The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hiber- the display panel down
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 Open max 5 145 degrees. 11 6 7 8 9 10 Camera Indicator 1 The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software. 12 <---
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Knowing the Parts 2 Multi-Position Camera 2 The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can Front Back be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. CAUTION: The lens can be adjusted facing forward or facing back- ward but the lens can only flip through the bottom. Do not rotate the lens upward past 35 degrees. Microphone (Built-in) 3 The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordin
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2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. NOTE: The battery pack size will vary depending on model. 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High tempera- tures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfa
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Knowing the Parts 2 Cooling Fan 1 The cooling fan removes excess heat depending on temperature threshold settings. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 2 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Compartment The WLAN compartment allows the installation of a wireless networking card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. Memory (RAM) Compartment 3 The memo
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2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Modem Port 1 The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not
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Knowing the Parts 2 E-SATA E-SATA Port 6 External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of Serial-ATA devices originally designed for use inside the computer. It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for external storage solutions and is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and connectors up to two meters. Microphone Input Jack 7 The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack
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2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 Optical Drive 1 The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC’s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifica- tions for details on each model. Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) 2
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Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 1 Audio Speakers 1 The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled. Status Indicators (front) 2 Status indicat
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2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 ® 1 Kensington Lock Port ® ® The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington com- patible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. USB Port (2.0/1.1) 2
