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Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Left panel and back panel components 1 AC adapter jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 2 Universal serial bus ports (USB) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 10 ...
Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Left panel and back panel components 1 AC adapter jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 2 Universal serial bus ports (USB) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 10 ...
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Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook 1 AC adapter jack 2 Two USB ports 3 RJ-45 network jack: connects a network cable 4 PS/2 port 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device 6 External monitor port 7 S-Video out jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects a modem cable 10 IEEE 1394 port (select models only) 11 PC Card and CardBus slot and buttons 12 Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 5
Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook 1 AC adapter jack 2 Two USB ports 3 RJ-45 network jack: connects a network cable 4 PS/2 port 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device 6 External monitor port 7 S-Video out jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects a modem cable 10 IEEE 1394 port (select models only) 11 PC Card and CardBus slot and buttons 12 Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 5
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... and the battery is charging • Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault • Off-AC adapter is not connected 8 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Status lights The notebook includes a number of the notebook. 1 Power mode • On-notebook is on the front of status lights...
... and the battery is charging • Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault • Off-AC adapter is not connected 8 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Status lights The notebook includes a number of the notebook. 1 Power mode • On-notebook is on the front of status lights...
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... end of properly. Docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. When you set up your notebook. Your notebook is shipped with ergonomic injury. If the battery has been removed, you will charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on this CD included with a full-sized keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Turn the...
... end of properly. Docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. When you set up your notebook. Your notebook is shipped with ergonomic injury. If the battery has been removed, you will charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on this CD included with a full-sized keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Turn the...
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... a wall outlet. When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the wall outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter. CAUTION Important Getting Started with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 2: Connect AC power Use only the AC adapter included with the "Step 3: Connect a phone line" section. Reference Guide 11 Plug the power cord into the...
... a wall outlet. When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the wall outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter. CAUTION Important Getting Started with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 2: Connect AC power Use only the AC adapter included with the "Step 3: Connect a phone line" section. Reference Guide 11 Plug the power cord into the...
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Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. Follow the Setup program instructions on its hard drive. Hint If your notebook does not turn on your notebook, the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your country or region. Plug in for ...several hours to enter the Product ID code, locate the code on the bottom of the notebook. 2. Getting Started with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 4: Turn on the notebook Press the power button above the left side of power. Step 5: Set up and Windows starts ...
Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. Follow the Setup program instructions on its hard drive. Hint If your notebook does not turn on your notebook, the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your country or region. Plug in for ...several hours to enter the Product ID code, locate the code on the bottom of the notebook. 2. Getting Started with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 4: Turn on the notebook Press the power button above the left side of power. Step 5: Set up and Windows starts ...
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... some functions may be disabled. If this happens, you will find on resuming that all your notebook automatically shuts down completely. Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes You can also enter Hibernation if...Do not disable Hibernate support in the Power Options settings, or you will lose any unsaved data if the notebook battery runs down components or enters a power-saving mode. You can also save the settings as a ...scheme. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the notebook off and restart it.
... some functions may be disabled. If this happens, you will find on resuming that all your notebook automatically shuts down completely. Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes You can also enter Hibernation if...Do not disable Hibernate support in the Power Options settings, or you will lose any unsaved data if the notebook battery runs down components or enters a power-saving mode. You can also save the settings as a ...scheme. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the notebook off and restart it.
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... a critically low level. To get the longest operating time, wait until you plug in the AC adapter. If you do not restore power within a short time, the notebook enters Hibernation. After the notebook enters Hibernation in this way, you will not be able to turn it fully (100 percent...Management Using Battery Power To respond to a low-battery warning The notebook automatically alerts you can take up to several hours. To recharge the battery The AC adapter is normally warm while recharging. Do not recharge the notebook in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery could ...
... a critically low level. To get the longest operating time, wait until you plug in the AC adapter. If you do not restore power within a short time, the notebook enters Hibernation. After the notebook enters Hibernation in this way, you will not be able to turn it fully (100 percent...Management Using Battery Power To respond to a low-battery warning The notebook automatically alerts you can take up to several hours. To recharge the battery The AC adapter is normally warm while recharging. Do not recharge the notebook in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery could ...
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...from your batteries Follow these suggestions to make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. • Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in use. • To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly. • For long-term storage,...long as possible: • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). • Put the notebook in Hibernation whenever you are not using it.
...from your batteries Follow these suggestions to make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. • Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in use. • To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly. • For long-term storage,...long as possible: • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). • Put the notebook in Hibernation whenever you are not using it.
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...resuming from Standby or Hibernation when you remove the notebook from your desk. Reference Guide 55 CAUTION Hint Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A. Use only the AC adapter included with your data and close any applications ...a precaution against an unlikely docking problem. Before docking or undocking your notebook, save your notebook (or other approved adapter that might be affected. Using the wrong AC adapter could lock up. Do not use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter, and do not use a port replicator (select models only) A ...
...resuming from Standby or Hibernation when you remove the notebook from your desk. Reference Guide 55 CAUTION Hint Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A. Use only the AC adapter included with your data and close any applications ...a precaution against an unlikely docking problem. Before docking or undocking your notebook, save your notebook (or other approved adapter that might be affected. Using the wrong AC adapter could lock up. Do not use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter, and do not use a port replicator (select models only) A ...
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...the power button to turn on . You can use its security connector to the back of the notebook. 3. Press the notebook down until both the notebook and port replicator, install the cable lock in the AC adapter, then connect it to secure it on . The lights on the port replicator turn it .... If the notebook is ignored. 56 Reference Guide Plug in the security connector next to the port replicator 1. When the notebook is docked, you can also operate ...
...the power button to turn on . You can use its security connector to the back of the notebook. 3. Press the notebook down until both the notebook and port replicator, install the cable lock in the AC adapter, then connect it to secure it on . The lights on the port replicator turn it .... If the notebook is ignored. 56 Reference Guide Plug in the security connector next to the port replicator 1. When the notebook is docked, you can also operate ...
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...MHz or higher RAM only. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM (Memory) Installing Additional RAM (Memory) The notebook has two slots that hold two RAM modules. ...Handle the RAM module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can use both slots to expand your body's static electricity by its edges. You can ...
...MHz or higher RAM only. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM (Memory) Installing Additional RAM (Memory) The notebook has two slots that hold two RAM modules. ...Handle the RAM module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can use both slots to expand your body's static electricity by its edges. You can ...
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Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. Before installing the memory module, discharge your notebook are extremely sensitive to remove a RAM module so you can be permanently damaged by it. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Turn ... the connectors on the back of your body's static electricity by its edges. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. The internal components of the notebook. 1.
Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. Before installing the memory module, discharge your notebook are extremely sensitive to remove a RAM module so you can be permanently damaged by it. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Turn ... the connectors on the back of your body's static electricity by its edges. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. The internal components of the notebook. 1.
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... to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. Remove the battery. 3. Gently pull the hard drive out of the notebook. Press firmly to remove the plugs from the two screw holes, then remove the two screws. 5. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2.
... to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. Remove the battery. 3. Gently pull the hard drive out of the notebook. Press firmly to remove the plugs from the two screw holes, then remove the two screws. 5. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2.
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... Devices menu. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video Display Device to scan, then select File > Properties. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, then make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. If files are corrupted • ...the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software using the QuickRestore System Recovery CD included with your notebook. Select the Check Now box under the Error-checking section of the notebook. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. Reference Guide 69 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your...
... Devices menu. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video Display Device to scan, then select File > Properties. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, then make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. If files are corrupted • ...the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software using the QuickRestore System Recovery CD included with your notebook. Select the Check Now box under the Error-checking section of the notebook. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. Reference Guide 69 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your...
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... If nothing happens, insert the tip of a paper clip into Standby while such applications are running. Plug in the AC adapter. If the notebook keeps beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is probably extremely low. Reference Guide 77 Save your work, shut ...down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL and use Task Manager to end the application that is not responding. ...
... If nothing happens, insert the tip of a paper clip into Standby while such applications are running. Plug in the AC adapter. If the notebook keeps beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is probably extremely low. Reference Guide 77 Save your work, shut ...down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL and use Task Manager to end the application that is not responding. ...
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... charge properly. • If available, try another battery and AC adapter. This value therefore depends on your notebook (or other approved adapter that you will continue using any nearby heat source. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook If the battery doesn't charge • Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the...
... charge properly. • If available, try another battery and AC adapter. This value therefore depends on your notebook (or other approved adapter that you will continue using any nearby heat source. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook If the battery doesn't charge • Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the...
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...press the power button to turn it on • Connect the AC adapter. • Reset the notebook by removing it on. • If the notebook still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Check the battery charge by inserting the tip of ... the peripheral device for directions. • If you're using the reset button. See the "Basic Operation" chapter in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using a USB diskette drive, use the BIOS Setup utility Boot menu to make sure the USB diskette drive is enabled. Startup...
...press the power button to turn it on • Connect the AC adapter. • Reset the notebook by removing it on. • If the notebook still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Check the battery charge by inserting the tip of ... the peripheral device for directions. • If you're using the reset button. See the "Basic Operation" chapter in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using a USB diskette drive, use the BIOS Setup utility Boot menu to make sure the USB diskette drive is enabled. Startup...
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... 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) Reference Guide 97 For any power cord with the notebook AC adapter should use one for the local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for an area not listed below . To purchase a power cord (including one ...of the power cords listed below ) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local area. Safety Information Reference Information Safety Information Power cords The power cord supplied with a fused plug, if you...
... 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) Reference Guide 97 For any power cord with the notebook AC adapter should use one for the local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for an area not listed below . To purchase a power cord (including one ...of the power cords listed below ) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local area. Safety Information Reference Information Safety Information Power cords The power cord supplied with a fused plug, if you...
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... accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to another power outlet. If this information must be determined by removing the unit's batteries and AC adapter), try the following booklet, prepared by the ACTA. For more information, consult your dealer, an experienced radio/television technician, or the following : • Reorienting or...: How to Peripheral Devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, use properly shielded cables with respect to the receiver. • Connecting the computer's AC adapter to radio communications.
... accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to another power outlet. If this information must be determined by removing the unit's batteries and AC adapter), try the following booklet, prepared by the ACTA. For more information, consult your dealer, an experienced radio/television technician, or the following : • Reorienting or...: How to Peripheral Devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, use properly shielded cables with respect to the receiver. • Connecting the computer's AC adapter to radio communications.