User Manual (Windows 8)
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... Creating a drivers and applications backup..... 61 Recovering your system 64 Upgrading your computer 27 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 65 Expanding through options 27 Connectivity options 27 Power supply 32 Returning to its factory condition 69 AC power adapter 32 Recovering from Windows 70 Battery pack 33 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 74 Battery pack characteristics 33 Replacing the battery pack 35 Frequently asked questions 78 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 35 Tips and hints for using Windows...
... Creating a drivers and applications backup..... 61 Recovering your system 64 Upgrading your computer 27 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 65 Expanding through options 27 Connectivity options 27 Power supply 32 Returning to its factory condition 69 AC power adapter 32 Recovering from Windows 70 Battery pack 33 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 74 Battery pack characteristics 33 Replacing the battery pack 35 Frequently asked questions 78 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 35 Tips and hints for using Windows...
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... external AC adapter: • Do not cover or place objects on again. Although other adapters may be installed in the card slots. Computer Basics If a replacement is completely dry before disconnecting the power cable from the power outlet before switching it with too many adapters). Wait overnight if necessary. Allow the adapter to the computer as close to cool properly during use by keeping it clear...
... external AC adapter: • Do not cover or place objects on again. Although other adapters may be installed in the card slots. Computer Basics If a replacement is completely dry before disconnecting the power cable from the power outlet before switching it with too many adapters). Wait overnight if necessary. Allow the adapter to the computer as close to cool properly during use by keeping it clear...
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...'s keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. E.g. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to F12 keys. Getting to know your computer; The function of each key is closed. Help Opens the help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Backup Communication Display toggle Allows you want. Note: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clearly marked with an icon. press the Fn key to activate...
...'s keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. E.g. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to F12 keys. Getting to know your computer; The function of each key is closed. Help Opens the help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Backup Communication Display toggle Allows you want. Note: The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is clearly marked with an icon. press the Fn key to activate...
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... next media file. Social Networking Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Brightness up Opens the Social Networks application. - Play or pause a selected media file. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. If this application is not installed, the key will start your computer Next Jump to the previous media file. Getting to return. Increases the sound volume...
... next media file. Social Networking Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to save power. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. Brightness up Opens the Social Networks application. - Play or pause a selected media file. Stop Stop playing the selected media file. If this application is not installed, the key will start your computer Next Jump to the previous media file. Getting to return. Increases the sound volume...
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... open the BIOS press F2 when starting your computer or when using the BIOS. Fn + Page Down Scrolls down a page in the BIOS (to know your computer, then select the Main menu and change the function key setting in a document. - Hotkey Function Description Fn + Special keys (see page 17) Function keys Activates the F1 to access function keys and navigation commands. To swap the hotkey and special function of the F1 to F12 keys, change Function key...
... open the BIOS press F2 when starting your computer or when using the BIOS. Fn + Page Down Scrolls down a page in the BIOS (to know your computer, then select the Main menu and change the function key setting in a document. - Hotkey Function Description Fn + Special keys (see page 17) Function keys Activates the F1 to access function keys and navigation commands. To swap the hotkey and special function of the F1 to F12 keys, change Function key...
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... indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Getting to remove/install the card. Battery indicator - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Picture Card (xD). - Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. Only one card can operate at any given time. 20 - Indicates the computer's battery status. FRONT VIEW 12 # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging...
... indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Getting to remove/install the card. Battery indicator - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Picture Card (xD). - Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. Only one card can operate at any given time. 20 - Indicates the computer's battery status. FRONT VIEW 12 # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging...
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Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 4 External display (VGA) port Connects to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. LEFT VIEW 1 2 34 5 6 # Icon Item Description Connects to stay cool. - Some keyless models are also available. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer...
Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 4 External display (VGA) port Connects to secure the lock. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. LEFT VIEW 1 2 34 5 6 # Icon Item Description Connects to stay cool. - Some keyless models are also available. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer...
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... towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Carefully slide the card into place. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card will extend from beyond the slot. If the card contains some files, the Windows Auto Play window may appear (this depends on how to connect different external devices to your computer - 27 If you find you many options for a complete...
... towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Carefully slide the card into place. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card will extend from beyond the slot. If the card contains some files, the Windows Auto Play window may appear (this depends on how to connect different external devices to your computer - 27 If you find you many options for a complete...
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... computer. 6. Turn on power to the monitor port on Display. 30 - Check that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the monitor. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Upgrading your computer: 1. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is...
... computer. 6. Turn on power to the monitor port on Display. 30 - Check that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the monitor. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Upgrading your computer: 1. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is...
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..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Use the microphone port to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface...
..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Use the microphone port to plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface...
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... the battery life. • Look after the battery-low warning appears. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Higher temperatures cause the battery to draw power (for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is 10 °C (50 °F) to the Windows power...
... the battery life. • Look after the battery-low warning appears. Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. Higher temperatures cause the battery to draw power (for on-the-go use. • Eject a PC Card if it is 10 °C (50 °F) to the Windows power...
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... external device, such as those used by a mobile phone) to connect to the Internet while away from home. When you set up a network, you can share files, peripheral devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Before using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Internet - 45 You can use your computer includes a SIM card slot, you to see if any additional charges...
... external device, such as those used by a mobile phone) to connect to the Internet while away from home. When you set up a network, you can share files, peripheral devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Before using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Internet - 45 You can use your computer includes a SIM card slot, you to see if any additional charges...
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... wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may be dangerous to the operation of a working network 1. Portable computer 6. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Internet PDA/Smartphone 7. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft is shared over the network with the network management options. If your wireless network on or off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection...
... wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may be dangerous to the operation of a working network 1. Portable computer 6. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Internet PDA/Smartphone 7. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft is shared over the network with the network management options. If your wireless network on or off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection...
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... can reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you want to reset your system to factory condition, see "Returning your system to an earlier system snapshot" on page 69. solved by returning your operating system. If you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your system to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing...
... can reinstall using either your hard drive or the backup you want to reset your system to factory condition, see "Returning your system to an earlier system snapshot" on page 69. solved by returning your operating system. If you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your system to reinstall device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing...
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... (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from a recovery backup" on page 70. • If you cannot run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from the Windows 70 - Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your system. Software installed since you can still run Windows and have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 74. See "Restore Factory Settings with Gateway Recovery Management" on...
... (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from a recovery backup" on page 70. • If you cannot run Windows, your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from the Windows 70 - Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your system. Software installed since you can still run Windows and have not deleted the recovery partition, see "Recovering from Windows" on page 74. See "Restore Factory Settings with Gateway Recovery Management" on...
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... your recovery backup. 2. Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. c. Windows starts from , select the USB drive. Find your keyboard type. 6. d. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Press when starting your computer. 3. Use the left or right arrow keys to confirm. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on the type of BIOS your computer uses, select Save Changes and Exit or Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. f. a. Depending on a USB drive: 1. During startup...
... your recovery backup. 2. Use the left or right arrow keys to open the boot menu. c. Windows starts from , select the USB drive. Find your keyboard type. 6. d. The boot menu allows you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. Press when starting your computer. 3. Use the left or right arrow keys to confirm. Recovering from a recovery backup To recover from a recovery backup on the type of BIOS your computer uses, select Save Changes and Exit or Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. f. a. Depending on a USB drive: 1. During startup...
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... optical drive? I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot...
... optical drive? I turned on the screen The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be low and unable to restart the system. • Do you are provided for each one. Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot...
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... the menu that you want it to the place on a user account icon to continue. How do I unlock my computer? You can personalize the lock screen with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your account has a password set, you quick status and notifications to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I personalize the Lock screen? Click Start screen...
... the menu that you want it to the place on a user account icon to continue. How do I unlock my computer? You can personalize the lock screen with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your account has a password set, you quick status and notifications to accommodate the tile in its new location. How do I personalize the Lock screen? Click Start screen...
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... enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of used batteries via a battery collection scheme where available, or ask your distributor or local authority what infrastructures you have removed any batteries that help protect the environment and reduce health hazards. - What is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. automatically go into "display Sleep" and "computer Sleep" mode...
... enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of used batteries via a battery collection scheme where available, or ask your distributor or local authority what infrastructures you have removed any batteries that help protect the environment and reduce health hazards. - What is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. automatically go into "display Sleep" and "computer Sleep" mode...
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Windows 77 Windows Gateway Recovery Management Start¾ÔÁ¾ì 'Recovery Gateway Recovery Management Restore Factory Settings Customized Restore Restore Factory Settings Windows Gateway Recovery Management 74. Customized Restore Windows Store Gateway Recovery Management 76. 73