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USER’S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
NB-14w2
Notebook Computer
www.westinghousedigital.com
Westinghouse Digital Electronics SE-UM-1401-0601
Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Notice The information in this user’s manual is subject to change without notice. THE MANUFACTURER OR RESELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MANUAL. The information in this user’s manual is protected by copyright laws. No part of this manual may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written authorization from the cop
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE Symbols and Conventions Protecting Your Computer - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment Chapter Summaries 1. GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS Performance Features (1-2,3) System at a Glance (1-4) Top View (1-4,5) Front View (1-6) Side Views (1-7,8,9) Bottom View (1-10,11) AC Adapter (1-12) LED Status Indicators (1-13) OSD Status Indicators (1-14) Keyboard Features (1-15) Function (Quick) Keys (1-15) Windows Keys (1-16) Embedded Numeric Keypad (1
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BIOS Action Keys (2-3) Modifying the BIOS Settings (2-4) Main Setup (2-4) Info Setup (2-4) Advance Setup (2-5) Security Setup (2-5,6) Power Setup (2-6) Boot Setup (2-7) Exit Setup (2-8) 3. BATTERY POWER & POWER MANAGEMENT The Battery Pack (3-2) Lithium-Ion Battery Technology (3-2) Battery Low-Power Warning (3-3) Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (3-4,5) Charging the Battery and Charging Time (3-5) Checking the Battery Level (3-6) Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cyc
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Performance Problems (4-14) Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB2.0 Problems (4-15) Additional Questions (4-16) APPENDIX A Product Specification APPENDIX B Agency Regulatory Notices i -5
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Preface Using This Manual This User’s Manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup, troubleshooting, and technical specifications of the notebook computer. Symbols and Conventions The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual: When keys are to be pressed at the same time, a plus (+) symbol is used. For instance, Fn+F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time. When a series of clicking actions is needed in Windows O/S, [ ] a
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Protecting Your Computer - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment Follow the advice below will help ensure that you get the most out of your Investment. Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it. Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat. o o Do not subject it to temperatures below 0 C (32 F) or above o o 35 C (95 F). Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields. Do not expose the computer to moisture or rain.
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Keep the adapter away from children. The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating. Do not connect other AC adapter to your notebook. This Notebook uses exclusively the AC adapter: Lishin 0335A2065 (65W), Lishin 0335C2065 (65W), Liteon PA-1650-01 (65W), Liteon PA-1650-02 (65W), EPS F10
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Chapter Summaries The following is a summary of the available chapters and appendices in this manual. Chapter 1: Getting to Know the Basics In this chapter, you will learn the basic operations and features of your computer. It gives you a general understanding of the components of your computer. Chapter 2: BIOS Setup / Security In this chapter, you will learn how to change various firmware settings and what the settings mean. Also, you will learn how to take advantage of the buil
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics CHAPTER ▼ ONE GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer. 1-1
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics Performance Features High Performance Processor with ATI Radeon Xpress 200M Chipset The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel Celeron M processor. Together with the ATI chipset and integrated graphic technologies, the system offers very advanced PC performances. Wide-Screen LCD Display The computer is equipped with a wide-screen 14.1-inch TFT high-resolution display panel for the best cinema
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics Firewire (IEEE1394 / 1394a) and USB2.0 ports In addition to a full array of built-in I/O ports, the computer offers IEEE1394 for ultra high-speed connection to high bandwidth digital video devices and USB2.0 ports to connect to any USB-based peripheral devices. Wireless LAN The internal Wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled systems, devices, or network. 1-3
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics System At A Glance Top View 1. LCD Display The panel is where the system content is displayed. 2. LED Status Indicator The LED Status indicators reveal the status of the system power state, battery-charging state, Instant-On/Suspend state, and the WLAN switch enabling and disabling. See the LED Status Indicator Section for details. 1-4
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics 3. Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter data. (See Keyboard Section for details.) 4. Touch Pad The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse. 5. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone records sound. 6. Silent Mode Button When the system is in Windows, pressing the key enables the system to lower its power usage; therefore the fan speed is reduced to achieve lowest op
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics Front View Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. Wireless On/Off Switch Use the Switch to disable or enable the Wireless function. When Wireless LAN function is enabled, the LED status indicator shows steady blue light. 2. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway complete
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics Side Views Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. Optical Drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key Hole If your computer comes with the Combo drive, DVD-Dual, or Super-Multi drive, you may save data onto a CD-R / CD-RW or DVD RW disc. Press the eject button to eject the disk tray. The manual eject keyhole allows you to manually eject a jamme
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics 4. Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions. 5. Kensington Lock Key Hole A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti-theft purpose. 6. USB2.0 Port (x3) The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-pla
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics 12. Ethernet / LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 10/100Base-TX transmission protocol. 13. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. 14. TV (S-Video) Port The S-Video port permits you to redirect the screen output to a television set or any analog video playback device. This T
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■ Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics Bottom View 1. Battery Pack and Battery Latch The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook. Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack. 2. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. 1-10
