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Top-open View
Open the top cover, and you can find the main operating area of your computer.
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Display Panel
The 15-inch SXGA+/14.1-inch XGA TFT color LCD screen displays the output of the
computer.
Function Buttons and Power/Resume Button
-
: to launch the E-mail application (such as Outlook Express) to
receive/send your E-mail.
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Internet
: to launch the web browser (such as Internet Explorer) to
surf the Internet.
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Power/Resume
: to turn the computer power ON and OFF.
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Wireless LAN
: to enable/disable the wireless LAN function of your
computer.
-
User-defined
: allows you to define an application to launch.
Status LEDs
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Num Lock
: glows
Green
to indicate the Num Lock function is activated.
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Caps Lock
: glows
Green
to indicate the Caps Lock function is activated.
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Scroll Lock
: glows
Green
to indicate the Scroll Lock function is activated.
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Hard Disk In-use
: blinks
Green
to indicate the computer is accessing the
hard disk drive.
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Wireless LAN
: glows
Green
to indicate the wireless LAN function of the
computer is enabled.
Keyboard
The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized 101/102-key keyboard
(see
Using Keyboard
in Chapter 2 for more information).
Touchpad
The pointing device of the computer (see
Using Touchpad
in Chapter 2 for more
information).
Stereo Speakers
The next-generation high quality speakers send out the sound and voice from the
computer.
Cover Latch
This Cover Latch is used to lock the top cover.
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Right-side View
Right-side View
Right-side View
Right-side View
Right-side View
Cover Button
Press this button to open the top cover.
System LEDs
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Wireless LAN
: glows
Green
to indicate the wireless LAN function
of the computer is enabled.
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Power On/Off/Suspend
: glows
Green
to indicate the computer is
turned on; blinks
Green
to indicate the system is in suspend mode.
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Battery Status
: glows
Green
to indicate the battery is being charged
(with AC adapter connected); glows
Orange
to indicate battery failed;
blinks
Orange
to indicate the battery power is critical low.
USB Port
The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect low-speed peripheral devices, such as
the mouse, keyboard, modem, external hard disk module, printer, and more.
Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. Do not block the ventilator for
air circulation.
Knowing the components on the right side of your computer.
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Left-side View
Left-side View
Left-side View
Left-side View
Left-side View
4-in-1 Card Reader
The built-in card reader supports MMC (multi-media card), SD (secure digital),
SM (smart media), and MS (memory stick) cards.
PC Card Slot
The computer provides a PC card slot to support one Type-II PC card for
expansion functions, such as LAN/WLAN card, modem card, memory card,
etc.
Optical Storage Device
A slim CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD Combo drive is available in the
computer, depending on the model you purchased. The optical device allows
you to use the CD/DVD disc for installing software, accessing data, and playing
music/movie on the computer.
Knowing the components on the left side of your computer.
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Rear View
Rear View
Rear View
Rear View
Rear View
Kensington Lock
This port is used to lock the computer to a location for security (see
Caring
Your Notebook PC
in Chapter 7 for more information).
Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for
air circulation.
Power Connector
To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the computer.
S-Video Connector
By using a Super VHS (S-Video) cable, this connector allows you to connect a
television (NTSC/PAL system) for a great view of the computer display.
VGA Port
The 15-pin D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other
standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the
computer display.
Your Notebook PC provides many I/O ports on the rear panel.
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Parallel Port
The 25-pin D-sub parallel port allows you to connect a parallel device, such as the
printer and scanner.
USB Ports
The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect low-speed peripheral devices, such as the
mouse, keyboard, modem, external hard disk module, printer, and more.
IEEE 1394 Port
The IEEE 1394 port is a high-speed bus that allows you to connect high-end digital
devices such as the DV (digital video camera).
RJ-45 Connector
The 100/10 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection.
RJ-11 Connector
The computer provides a built-in modem that allows you to connect an RJ-11 telephone
line through this connector. With the 56K V.90 modem, you can make a dial-up
connection.
Microphone Jack
This connector is used to connect an external microphone.
Audio-out Jack
This connector is used to connect a headphone or external speakers.
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Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
Carefully put the computer upside down, and you can find the core components
of the computer.
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Battery Unlock Button
If you want to replace a battery, press and slide the button to remove the battery pack.
Battery Pack
To supply power to your computer when the AC adapter is not connected (see Chapter
4 for more information).
Memory Compartment
The computer provides two SO-DIMM slots for expanding the memory size up to 1GB.
Please note that the memory installation/replacement must be done by an authorized
retailer.
Hard Disk Drive Compartment
This compartment contains a holder to secure the hard disk drive of the computer.
Please note that the hard disk drive installation/replacement must be done by an
authorized retailer.
Mini PCI Compartment
The computer provides a built-in wireless LAN card that is installed in this compartment.
CPU Compartment
Inside this compartment is the CPU (central processing unit) of the computer.
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Connecting the Power
Connecting the Power
Connecting the Power
Connecting the Power
Connecting the Power
Your Notebook PC is equipped with a high-performance 8-cell Li-ion battery
pack, and it can operate either on the battery’s power or AC power. However,
for the first time to use your Notebook PC, it is recommended to connect the AC
adapter and use the AC power. When the AC adapter is connected, the battery
is charged immediately.
Connecting the AC Power
1.
Unpack the package to find the AC adapter and power cord.
2.
Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC adapter (
n
).
3.
Plug the DC end of the adapter to the computer (
o
), and the male end
of the power cord to the electrical outlet (
p
).
4.
When the AC adapter is connected, the green LED on the AC adapter
will light up (
q
) to indicate that the computer is powered from the
electrical outlet.
Connecting the AC power
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Open LCD Panel
Open LCD Panel
Open LCD Panel
Open LCD Panel
Open LCD Panel
Now, when the AC adapter is connected, you are ready to use your computer.
Opening the Top Cover
First, open the top cover by pressing the cover button on the right side of the
computer (
n
), and then lifting the top cover gently (
o
). You can tilt the top
cover forward/backward to the optimal viewing position.
Opening the top cover