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... mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, by GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. GIGABYTE M1405 Series Notebook Computer User's Manual Release Edition: 2010/ 05 This manual guides you in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is registered...
... mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, by GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. GIGABYTE M1405 Series Notebook Computer User's Manual Release Edition: 2010/ 05 This manual guides you in the manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is registered...
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With extended operation, heat can cause discomfort or a possible burn. • Do not attempt to service the notebook yourself. When Using Your M1405 Notebook Computer CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the same or a compatible battery recommended by your body. Always ...
With extended operation, heat can cause discomfort or a possible burn. • Do not attempt to service the notebook yourself. When Using Your M1405 Notebook Computer CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the same or a compatible battery recommended by your body. Always ...
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... a bathtub, washing basins, kitchen/laundry sinks, wet basements or swim ming pools. • Avoid using your notebook. As you pull out the connector, please ensure M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL that both connectors are asked to sunlight. • When you pull on its connector or on or... ening may damage the optical drive and corrupt data in an insulated material, such as cloth or paper. NOTICE: When taking your notebook from your notebook checked by the manufacturer. * Please be sure to have the hard drive checked through an X-ray machine, but never put the ...
... a bathtub, washing basins, kitchen/laundry sinks, wet basements or swim ming pools. • Avoid using your notebook. As you pull out the connector, please ensure M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL that both connectors are asked to sunlight. • When you pull on its connector or on or... ening may damage the optical drive and corrupt data in an insulated material, such as cloth or paper. NOTICE: When taking your notebook from your notebook checked by the manufacturer. * Please be sure to have the hard drive checked through an X-ray machine, but never put the ...
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... Directive. Section 2: Limits on . • Do not continue to your area for details in fire. • Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. Even if the computer English continues to and including 16 A." • EN 60950 - The battery is powered on the harmonic current... to repair a battery pack. Batteries may make the battery explode. • Do not try to the battery contacts before disposing of this M1405 notebook complies with your hands or metal objects. Chapter 3: Limits - bent or twisted) in low-voltage power supply systems for the Radio Interferences ...
... Directive. Section 2: Limits on . • Do not continue to your area for details in fire. • Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. Even if the computer English continues to and including 16 A." • EN 60950 - The battery is powered on the harmonic current... to repair a battery pack. Batteries may make the battery explode. • Do not try to the battery contacts before disposing of this M1405 notebook complies with your hands or metal objects. Chapter 3: Limits - bent or twisted) in low-voltage power supply systems for the Radio Interferences ...
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M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL English Introduction VI Congratulations and thank you how to provide reliable, no fuss computing. It provides basic configuring, operations and care, and troubleshooting. This manual will tell you for purchasing the GIGABYTE M1405 series notebook computer. This portable notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability thanks to the docking station, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to setup and begin using your M1405.
M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL English Introduction VI Congratulations and thank you how to provide reliable, no fuss computing. It provides basic configuring, operations and care, and troubleshooting. This manual will tell you for purchasing the GIGABYTE M1405 series notebook computer. This portable notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability thanks to the docking station, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to setup and begin using your M1405.
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... Webcam 17 3.5 Optical Disc Drive 18 3.6 Using a Memory Card 19 Chapter 4 The M1405 Specifications 4.1 The M1405 Notebook Hardware 22 4.2 The M1405 Special Functions 23 4.3 The M1405 Quick Battery Life Test 24 Chapter 5 The M1405 Utilities 5.1 GIGABYTE Smart Manager 26 5.2 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 28 5.3 GIGABYTE Smart Setup 29 5.4 GIGABYTE Utility Driver Disc 29 Chapter 6 Connecting Peripherals and Upgrade 6.1 How to Connect...
... Webcam 17 3.5 Optical Disc Drive 18 3.6 Using a Memory Card 19 Chapter 4 The M1405 Specifications 4.1 The M1405 Notebook Hardware 22 4.2 The M1405 Special Functions 23 4.3 The M1405 Quick Battery Life Test 24 Chapter 5 The M1405 Utilities 5.1 GIGABYTE Smart Manager 26 5.2 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 28 5.3 GIGABYTE Smart Setup 29 5.4 GIGABYTE Utility Driver Disc 29 Chapter 6 Connecting Peripherals and Upgrade 6.1 How to Connect...
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7.7 How to Connect an External D-Sub Display 43 7.8 How to Connect an External DVI Display 44 7.9 How to Connect a USB Devices 44 7.10 How to Connect an HDMI Display 45 7.11 How to Connect an RJ45 Ethernet LAN 45 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting / Q&A 8.1 Troubleshooting 48 8.2 Frequently Asked Questions 51 8.3 Questions and Answers 53 8.4 The Notebook Care 54 8.5 GIGABYTE Service Information 54 M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII English
7.7 How to Connect an External D-Sub Display 43 7.8 How to Connect an External DVI Display 44 7.9 How to Connect a USB Devices 44 7.10 How to Connect an HDMI Display 45 7.11 How to Connect an RJ45 Ethernet LAN 45 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting / Q&A 8.1 Troubleshooting 48 8.2 Frequently Asked Questions 51 8.3 Questions and Answers 53 8.4 The Notebook Care 54 8.5 GIGABYTE Service Information 54 M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL VIII English
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Some of the features described herein may cause improper function. Any change to start using the M1405 notebook. English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 Chapter 1 Knowing Your M1405 This chapter provides basic information to the operating system may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system.
Some of the features described herein may cause improper function. Any change to start using the M1405 notebook. English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1 Chapter 1 Knowing Your M1405 This chapter provides basic information to the operating system may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system.
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...place. 1 2 3 In The Box Check to make sure you have all the following items: ● GIGABYTE M1405 Notebook Computer ● AC Adaptor and Power Cord (plug depends on the right side of the notebook when viewed as 2 & 3) that secure the battery into the bay. Press the battery down to Insert... the Battery Pack To insert the battery simply follow the easy steps below. English 1.1 Hardware Checklist Carefully unpack the M1405 notebook, taking care to lock in the image above) and then align and place the battery into the bay. Locate the battery bay, which...
...place. 1 2 3 In The Box Check to make sure you have all the following items: ● GIGABYTE M1405 Notebook Computer ● AC Adaptor and Power Cord (plug depends on the right side of the notebook when viewed as 2 & 3) that secure the battery into the bay. Press the battery down to Insert... the Battery Pack To insert the battery simply follow the easy steps below. English 1.1 Hardware Checklist Carefully unpack the M1405 notebook, taking care to lock in the image above) and then align and place the battery into the bay. Locate the battery bay, which...
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... as 1 & 2) and clip them in jack on the left side of the bay. If the notebook is completely out of the notebook. 3. Connect the power cord to use battery power. This allows the AC adaptor to 240 volts and...source supplying from the battery use only the AC adaptor supplied with the M1405 and any AC adaptor approved by the supplier. Locate the gap (circled) and use it does not ...get damaged. 3 2 1 M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1.3 Connecting the AC Adaptor Connect the AC adaptor when you can operate from 100...
... as 1 & 2) and clip them in jack on the left side of the bay. If the notebook is completely out of the notebook. 3. Connect the power cord to use battery power. This allows the AC adaptor to 240 volts and...source supplying from the battery use only the AC adaptor supplied with the M1405 and any AC adaptor approved by the supplier. Locate the gap (circled) and use it does not ...get damaged. 3 2 1 M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 1.3 Connecting the AC Adaptor Connect the AC adaptor when you can operate from 100...
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... no restraining latch and it relies on the hinges to slowly open . Do not lift the notebook using the panel and do not put anything in place and use excessive force when opening or ...when opening or closing the panel. Opening it too fast or slamming it could damage the panel or notebook. English 1.4 Opening the LCD Panel The display panel can be opened to the panel. Do not ... between the panel and the keyboard when closing the display panel, place one hand so that the notebook does not lift with the panel, lift the display panel itself and adjust the tilt until the viewing...
... no restraining latch and it relies on the hinges to slowly open . Do not lift the notebook using the panel and do not put anything in place and use excessive force when opening or ...when opening or closing the panel. Opening it too fast or slamming it could damage the panel or notebook. English 1.4 Opening the LCD Panel The display panel can be opened to the panel. Do not ... between the panel and the keyboard when closing the display panel, place one hand so that the notebook does not lift with the panel, lift the display panel itself and adjust the tilt until the viewing...
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When the Software License Terms are shown when the notebook is then on or not by illuminating. Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions in order to turn on the M1405 for the First Time Depending on your configuration, the Microsoft Windows Startup Screen will show if the unit is ...be sure to read them and agree with them before proceeding. 5 English Power Button Please note that you turn on the M1405 - M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Starting Up the M1405 for the very first time, do not power it down until Windows Setup has completed. 1.5 Turning on the Unit This ...
When the Software License Terms are shown when the notebook is then on or not by illuminating. Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions in order to turn on the M1405 for the First Time Depending on your configuration, the Microsoft Windows Startup Screen will show if the unit is ...be sure to read them and agree with them before proceeding. 5 English Power Button Please note that you turn on the M1405 - M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL Starting Up the M1405 for the very first time, do not power it down until Windows Setup has completed. 1.5 Turning on the Unit This ...
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... can occur and disk damage may result in use the Start Menu to the hard disk drive or any program is running, as intended. The notebook will any other storage device. c. d. Never turn off the power (Shut Down), the system is fully powered off. e. The Shut Down Method is off. For... slightly different for each operating system. Under Windows 7, choose the "Shut Down" icon. 1.6 Turning Off the Power System Shut Down When you turn off the notebook will boot normally when switched on again. If not done, data loss may occur.
... can occur and disk damage may result in use the Start Menu to the hard disk drive or any program is running, as intended. The notebook will any other storage device. c. d. Never turn off the power (Shut Down), the system is fully powered off. e. The Shut Down Method is off. For... slightly different for each operating system. Under Windows 7, choose the "Shut Down" icon. 1.6 Turning Off the Power System Shut Down When you turn off the notebook will boot normally when switched on again. If not done, data loss may occur.
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English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 7 Chapter 2 The M1405 Tour This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed. Certain parts of the M1405 and familiarizes you with the notebook.
English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 7 Chapter 2 The M1405 Tour This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed. Certain parts of the M1405 and familiarizes you with the notebook.
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... and USB external HDD. The optical disc drive is used to 6 Optical Disc Drive read and write to CD and DVD discs depending on the notebooks configuration. 1 2 34 5 # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 / eSATA Item Description USB 2.0 Port Connects to USB devices such as an eSATA and a USB port allowing USB devices and external Hard...
... and USB external HDD. The optical disc drive is used to 6 Optical Disc Drive read and write to CD and DVD discs depending on the notebooks configuration. 1 2 34 5 # Icon 1 2 3 4 5 / eSATA Item Description USB 2.0 Port Connects to USB devices such as an eSATA and a USB port allowing USB devices and external Hard...
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English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 13 Chapter 3 Using the M1405 This chapter will also explain any necessary precautions when using the M1405 notebook. It will briefly explain the basics of using the M1405.
English M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 13 Chapter 3 Using the M1405 This chapter will also explain any necessary precautions when using the M1405 notebook. It will briefly explain the basics of using the M1405.
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... ULV Processor Intel® Pentium® ULV Processor 22 Intel® Celeron® ULV Processor Memory The M1405 supports 2x DDRIII Modules Chipset Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset Graphics Intel® Mobile GMA 4500MHD Graphics ...Wide XGA - 1366x768 Framed Hard Disk 250GB/320GB/500GB 2.5" SATA HDD Optical Disk Drive Slim-Body DVD- English 4.1 The M1405 Notebook Hardware The M1405 will depend on model purchased Ethernet, WiFi and 3.5G 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 Ethernet 802.11 ...
... ULV Processor Intel® Pentium® ULV Processor 22 Intel® Celeron® ULV Processor Memory The M1405 supports 2x DDRIII Modules Chipset Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset Graphics Intel® Mobile GMA 4500MHD Graphics ...Wide XGA - 1366x768 Framed Hard Disk 250GB/320GB/500GB 2.5" SATA HDD Optical Disk Drive Slim-Body DVD- English 4.1 The M1405 Notebook Hardware The M1405 will depend on model purchased Ethernet, WiFi and 3.5G 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 Ethernet 802.11 ...
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... to be off to the button as shown below section briefly explains how to use this feature on the notebook to enable you to the secondary mouse button of the units touchpad. Once pressed, the 6 Status LED Lights will illuminate between 1 and 6 - You can then .... The below . This function is tied to check the battery life of 6 Illuminated Battery status, Press here. English 4.3 The M1405 Quick Battery Life Test How To Test the Battery Life The M1405 features a special function to test the life remaining in for the 24 small battery icon next to enable the test...
... to be off to the button as shown below section briefly explains how to use this feature on the notebook to enable you to the secondary mouse button of the units touchpad. Once pressed, the 6 Status LED Lights will illuminate between 1 and 6 - You can then .... The below . This function is tied to check the battery life of 6 Illuminated Battery status, Press here. English 4.3 The M1405 Quick Battery Life Test How To Test the Battery Life The M1405 features a special function to test the life remaining in for the 24 small battery icon next to enable the test...
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... "Recovering" Window will open and give you will briefly describe how to launch the Recovery Tool and to the operating system. English 5.2 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery System Recovery - The Options menu allows you want to factory defaults. If the hard drive is complete you the option to ... the operating system to recovery. Below will be used to reboot the notebook. Restore your M1405 Operating System The hard drive of the M1405 has a hidden partition that contains a full backup image of the notebook installation and it is removed or the partition deleted, the recover options...
... "Recovering" Window will open and give you will briefly describe how to launch the Recovery Tool and to the operating system. English 5.2 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery System Recovery - The Options menu allows you want to factory defaults. If the hard drive is complete you the option to ... the operating system to recovery. Below will be used to reboot the notebook. Restore your M1405 Operating System The hard drive of the M1405 has a hidden partition that contains a full backup image of the notebook installation and it is removed or the partition deleted, the recover options...
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...drivers from the interface. M 1305.1405 Version 3.0 Press"Shutdown" button to enter "Smart Setup" menu. M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 5.4 GIGABYTE Utility Driver Disc The GIGABYTE M1405 Comes with the notebook. Y ou can find the Utility Driver CD like the one shown below: Your Driver CD might differ in... this setup menu. If the M1405 shipped with the operating system, if not, please follow the ...
...drivers from the interface. M 1305.1405 Version 3.0 Press"Shutdown" button to enter "Smart Setup" menu. M1405 SERIES USER'S MANUAL 5.4 GIGABYTE Utility Driver Disc The GIGABYTE M1405 Comes with the notebook. Y ou can find the Utility Driver CD like the one shown below: Your Driver CD might differ in... this setup menu. If the M1405 shipped with the operating system, if not, please follow the ...