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Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
E2542 / Apr 2006
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Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC ...................................................................5 About This User’s Manual ..........................................................................................6 Notes For This Manual ...........................................................................................6 Preparing your Notebook PC......................................................................................9 2. Knowing the Parts ........................
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ...........................................................................35 Operating System .....................................................................................................36 Support Software .................................................................................................36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models) .........................................36 Pointing Device........................................
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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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 information 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. Getting Started Gives you information on getting starte
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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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-2 -1 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. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ON OFF PUSH ON OFF PUSH Press the power button and release. IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else (In Windows XP, this button can also b
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 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. 1 2 3 4 10 5 6 Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Ins Del Break Sys Rq Num Lk Scr Lk ~ ! @ # $ % & 7 8 ( 9 ) Backspace Home 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 4 5 6 { } Q W E R T Y U I O P PgUp Tab [ ] 1 2 3 A S D F G H J K L CapsLock Enter PgDn 7 0 Z X C V B N M ? Shift End Shift Alt Ctrl Ctrl Fn Alt 8 9 NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 12
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Knowing the Parts 2 Camera (on selected models) 1 The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. Microphone (Built-in) 2 The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Display Panel 3 The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop
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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. 1 2 3 -2 -1 9 8 4 7 5 6 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 surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the v
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Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Lock - Spring 1 The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Battery Pack 2 The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving tempo- rarily between locations. Battery time
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2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. ON OFF PUSH 1 2 3 4 5 Wireless Switch 1 Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wire- less status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use. Display Panel Button 2 Press the display panel button to open the display panel. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the ta
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Knowing the Parts 2 Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 ® Kensington Lock Port 1 ® ® The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington compat- ible 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 security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. O
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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. DVI 1 2 3 4 5 6 ExpressCard Slot 1 One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) USB Port (2.0/1.1) 2 2.0 The USB
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Knowing the Parts 2 Display (Monitor) Output 6 The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. Modem Port 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 suppo
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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 Power (DC) Input 1 The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT
