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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3840 / May 2008
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3840 / May 2008
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... Front Side 21 Rear Side 22 3. Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29... Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Extended Keyboard 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
... Front Side 21 Rear Side 22 3. Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29... Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Extended Keyboard 32 Switches and Status Indicators 33 Switches 33 Status Indicators 34 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 40 Storage Devices 41 Expansion ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-32 Appendix A
Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 40 Storage Devices 41 Expansion ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-32 Appendix A
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in the product itself. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual.
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in the product itself. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual.
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...User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Appendix Introduces you information on the keyboard; Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the... IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you should be aware of this User's Manual. 2. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: NOTE: ...
...User's Manual provides information on the various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Appendix Introduces you information on the keyboard; Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the... IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you should be aware of this User's Manual. 2. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: NOTE: ...
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...bottom of the body in municipal waste. DO NOT place or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of electronic products. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual,..., or other peripherals. IMPORTANT! DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT use near the surface. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO...
...bottom of the body in municipal waste. DO NOT place or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of electronic products. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual,..., or other peripherals. IMPORTANT! DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT use near the surface. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO...
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... to magnetic wands. Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, be sure to use only between and not during transport. The Notebook PC's surface is still ON. CAUTION! Be aware that you want to the connectors. However, it is in the closed position to ...placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people or individual items). Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. There are ...
... to magnetic wands. Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, be sure to use only between and not during transport. The Notebook PC's surface is still ON. CAUTION! Be aware that you want to the connectors. However, it is in the closed position to ...placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people or individual items). Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. There are ...
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... for detailed informa- Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 1 3 2. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Turn ON the Notebook PC ON OFF PUSH IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter ...-2 -1 -1 -1 2 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! When opening, do not force the display panel down to...
... for detailed informa- Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 1 3 2. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Turn ON the Notebook PC ON OFF PUSH IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter ...-2 -1 -1 -1 2 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! When opening, do not force the display panel down to...
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Photos and icons in the product itself. 11 Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Photos and icons in the product itself. 11 Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12
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... if necessary) to hear audio without additional attachments. The camera may be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 5 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can be adjusted facing forward or facing backward but the lens can be used applications...
... if necessary) to hear audio without additional attachments. The camera may be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 5 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can be adjusted facing forward or facing backward but the lens can be used applications...
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... the vents. The battery pack size will vary depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces... Card Installation 1 2 3 4 -2 -1 9 5 8 6 7 WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 15
... the vents. The battery pack size will vary depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces... Card Installation 1 2 3 4 -2 -1 9 5 8 6 7 WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 15
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... retailers of a wireless networking card in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Manual The manual battery...9 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Spring The spring battery lock is secured...
... retailers of a wireless networking card in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Manual The manual battery...9 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Spring The spring battery lock is secured...
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... (Universal Serial Bus) port is available to 63 units on model) 2.0 External designed SATA or eSATA for use inside the allows external connection of the Notebook PC.
... (Universal Serial Bus) port is available to 63 units on model) 2.0 External designed SATA or eSATA for use inside the allows external connection of the Notebook PC.
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..., enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models) The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device. Cable service connection can choose between any audio/video source, such as a set...
..., enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models) The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device. Cable service connection can choose between any audio/video source, such as a set...
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... additional adapters. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 9 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The...
... additional adapters. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 9 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The...
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...eject the optical drive tray through any of the air vents or else overheating may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may occur. 20 Make sure that prevent the... Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 4 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by right clicking the optical...
...eject the optical drive tray through any of the air vents or else overheating may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may occur. 20 Make sure that prevent the... Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 4 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by right clicking the optical...
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.../Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for description.) 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from devices such as mentioned ...panel! 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can conveniently read from and write to open the display panel. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can be purchased separately in this feature to the table or else the ...
.../Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for description.) 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from devices such as mentioned ...panel! 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can conveniently read from and write to open the display panel. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can be purchased separately in this feature to the table or else the ...
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...cannot be disassembled and must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners... connected in the battery pack varies with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. This ...
...cannot be disassembled and must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners... connected in the battery pack varies with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. This ...