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User's Manual
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED
Getting Started
Inventory
Safety and Maintenance
Checklists
Features
Where to Look For Information
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Brightness
Turning off Your Computer
Tips for New Owners

CHAPTER 2
GETTING STARTED
Hardware and Software
Front View
Left View
Right View
Bottom View
LED Status Indicators
Power Indicators
Function Keys
Numeric Keypad
Touchpad
The Optical Drive
Connecting the Printer
The PC Card Slot
Memory
The Graphics System
Communication Components
Built-in Wireless Local Area Network
CHAPTER 3
MAKING CONNECTIONS
Making Connections
Left Side Connectors
Right Side Connectors
Front Side Connectors
CHAPTER 4
SYSTEM SOFTWARE
System Software
System Recovery
CHAPTER 5
POWER MANAGEMENT
Power Management
Power Saving Modes
Power Saving Tips
When to Replace the Battery
Heat Considerations
CHAPTER 6
USING THE BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Using the BIOS Setup Utility
Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS
The Main Menu
Advanced Menu
Boot menu
Security menu
Exit menu
Change User Password
Change Supervisor Password
CMOS Optimal Defaults
Exiting and Saving
APPENDIX A
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
APPENDIX B
STATEMENTS
Statements
European Notice
UL CAUTION
Canadian Department of Communications
Battery Disposal
CAUTION FOR ADAPTER
BATTERY CAUTION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Introduction




Chapter 1

Introduction
Introduction




Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer! Your new
notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing
technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with sophisticated
architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact,
powerful, and easy to use. Designed for a wide range of general,
business, and personal productivity applications, the notebook is an ideal
choice for use in the office, at home, and on the road.

For maximum expandability without compromising portability, the
notebook accommodates a number of modules, including a Combo or
DVD Writer optical drive, three USB ports, one PCMCIA and one 3-in-1
card slot. The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with plenty of
storage space for multimedia files and applications.

This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your
new notebook. It describes all the features of the notebook in an easy-to-
read yet thorough manner.
Introduction




Inventory
This computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable
computing. Use this section to keep details of your purchase. This
information will be required should you need to make repairs to your
notebook during the warranty period. Update this section when you add
new options.

DATE OF PURCHASE:
PLACE OF PURCHASE:
STORE NAME:
STORE ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE:
E-MAIL ADDRESS/WWW:
CONTACT PERSON:
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:

The serial number is on the label (with a bar code) on the bottom side of
the computer.
Introduction




Safety and Maintenance
You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental
conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance,
consider the following factors when setting up your computer: