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VIIIPreface3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can

Power Management3 - 12 Configuring the Power Buttons3Power Conservation ModesThis system supports Energy Star power management features that place com

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 133Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key CombinationYou can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost a

Power Management3 - 14 Battery Information3Battery InformationFollow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.Battery PowerYour

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 153Conserving Battery Power•Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this ma

Power Management3 - 16 Battery Information3Battery LifeBattery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the lifeand improve its

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 173Proper handling of the Battery Pack• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances• DO NOT ex

Power Management3 - 18 Battery Information3Battery FAQHow do I completely discharge the battery?Use the computer with battery power until it shuts dow

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 1933. Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power

Power Management3 - 20 Battery Information34. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options.5. Choose the options below (click Yes

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 213How do I fully charge the battery?When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator li

IXPrefacePower SafetyThe computer has specific power requirements:• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.• Your AC/DC adapter

Power Management3-223

Drivers & UtilitiesWhat to Install 4 - 14Chapter 4: Drivers & UtilitiesThis chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential

Drivers & Utilities4 - 2 Driver Installation4Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the compute

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 347. Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the followi

Drivers & Utilities4 - 4 Driver Installation4Table 4 - 1 - Driver InstallationWin 8.1 Driver Page # Win 8.1 Optional Items Page #Chipset Page 4 -

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 54Manual Driver InstallationClick Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install-er application and brow

Drivers & Utilities4 - 6 Driver Installation4User Account ControlIf a User Account Control prompt appears as part ofthe driver installation proced

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 74Driver Installation ProcedureInsert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manualdisc and click

Drivers & Utilities4 - 8 Driver Installation4Touchpad1. Click 6./7.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes.2. Click Next.3. Click the button to accept th

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 94It is recommended you now also install the Intel Rap-id Storage Technology driver (see “Intel® RapidS

XPrefacePolymer Battery PrecautionsNote the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overridesthe

Drivers & Utilities4 - 10 Optional Drivers4Optional DriversSee the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation proce

BIOS UtilitiesOverview 5 - 15Chapter 5: BIOS UtilitiesOverviewThis chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: If your com

BIOS Utilities5 - 2 The Setup Utility5The Setup UtilityEach time you turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct aPOST, including a

BIOS UtilitiesThe Setup Utility 5 - 35Failing the POSTErrors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-fatal”.Fatal

BIOS Utilities5 - 4 The Setup Utility5Setup ScreensThe following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along thetop of the screen

BIOS UtilitiesMain Menu 5 - 55Main MenuSystem Time & Date (Main Menu)The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If

BIOS Utilities5-6Main Menu5SATA Port # (Main Menu)Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/HDD on the computer’

BIOS UtilitiesAdvanced Menu 5 - 75Advanced MenuIntel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from this

BIOS Utilities5 - 8 Advanced Menu5Intel Anti-Theft Technology (Advanced Menu)Anti-Theft Technology, which is built-in to the processor of the computer

BIOS UtilitiesAdvanced Menu 5 - 95Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)Use this menu item to enable/disable the beep as the computer starts up.Battery Lo

XIPrefaceBattery Precautions• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.• Do not

BIOS Utilities5 - 10 Security Menu5Security MenuSet Supervisor Password (Security Menu)You can set a password for access to the Aptio Setup Utility. T

BIOS UtilitiesSecurity Menu 5 - 115Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, thenpress Enter for the new password

BIOS Utilities5 - 12 Security Menu5Secure Boot Control (Security Menu)Secure Boot prevents unauthorized operating systems and software from loadingdur

BIOS UtilitiesBoot Menu 5 - 135Boot MenuWhen you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g. Windows7) from the devices listed in

BIOS Utilities5 - 14 Boot Menu5Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu)Use the arrow keys to move up and down the menu, and press Enter to select a devicefr

BIOS UtilitiesExit Menu 5 - 155Exit MenuClick Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made. Choosing to DiscardChanges, or Exit Discarding Changes,

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Upgrading The ComputerOverview 6 - 16Chapter 6: Upgrading The ComputerOverviewThis chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the

Upgrading The Computer6 - 2 Overview6When Not to UpgradeThese procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replac-ing parts.You

Upgrading The ComputerRemoving the Battery 6 - 36Removing the BatteryIf you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reaso

XIIPrefaceCleaningDo not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive clean

Upgrading The Computer6 - 4 Removing the Component Bay Cover - Model A6Removing the Component Bay Cover - Model A1. Turn off the computer, and turn it

Upgrading The ComputerRemoving the Component Bay Cover - Model B 6 - 56Removing the Component Bay Cover - Model B1. Turn off the computer, and turn it

Upgrading The Computer6 - 6 Replacing the Component Bay Cover - Model A6Replacing the Component Bay Cover - Model A1. Reinsert the component bay cover

Upgrading The ComputerReplacing the Component Bay Cover - Model B 6 - 76Replacing the Component Bay Cover - Model B1. Reinsert the component bay cover

Upgrading The Computer6 - 8 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive6Upgrading the Hard Disk DriveThe hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5&q

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 - 96Removing the Hard Disk DriveNote that only a single Model is pictured, however the procedure

Upgrading The Computer6 - 10 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive64. Remove screws & and the cover .5. Reverse the process to install a new hard dis

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 - 116Removing the Solid State Drive1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the bat

Upgrading The Computer6 - 12 Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device6Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 136Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)The computer has two memory sockets for 204 pin Small

XIIIPrefaceTravel ConsiderationsPackingAs you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:1. Check that the

Upgrading The Computer6 - 14 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)63. Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the directi

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 1565. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.6. Insert a new module ho

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Modules & OptionsOverview 7 - 17Chapter 7: Modules & OptionsOverviewThis chapter contains information on the following modules, which may come

Modules & Options7 - 2 Overview7Important NoticeIf your purchase option includes both Wireless LAN and 3G modules, then the appropriateantennas w

Modules & OptionsPC Camera Module 7 - 37PC Camera ModuleWhen the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camerawill be i

Modules & Options7 - 4 PC Camera Module7PC Camera Audio SetupIf you want to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup t

Modules & OptionsPC Camera Module 7 - 57Camera App1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon .2. The camera in

Modules & Options7 - 6 PC Camera Module7Camera OptionsThe Camera Options settings may be accessed as follows:1. Run the Camera app from the Start

Modules & OptionsPC Camera Module 7 - 77Taking Pictures/Capturing Video1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app i

XIVPrefaceOn the RoadIn addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting,keep these points i

Modules & Options7 - 8 PC Camera Module7Camera Roll1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon .2. Right-click

Modules & OptionsPC Camera Module 7 - 97photo with the edited changes), Update original (which changes the original picture permanently) or Undo a

Modules & Options7 - 10 PC Camera Module7Editing Photos1. Clicking on a captured video will bring up an app bar with a series of buttons.2. Click

Modules & OptionsPC Camera Module 7 - 117Video File SizeNote that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of diskspace

Modules & Options7 - 12 Wireless LAN Module7Wireless LAN ModuleIf you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party WLAN module in your purchase optionmake

Modules & OptionsWireless LAN Module 7 - 1373rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then ins

Modules & Options7 - 14 Wireless LAN Module7WLAN Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a wireless connection using one of the following option

Modules & OptionsWireless LAN Module 7 - 1574. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect).5. Enter a network se

Modules & Options7 - 16 Wireless LAN Module7Desktop Mode1. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key comb

Modules & OptionsBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 7 - 177Bluetooth & WLAN Combo ModuleIf your purchase option includes the Combination Wirele

XVPrefaceDeveloping Good Work HabitsDeveloping good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time.Imp

Modules & Options7 - 18 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module73rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation1. Make sure the system is not in Ai

Modules & OptionsBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 7 - 197Bluetooth Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a Bluetooth connection as below, how

Modules & Options7 - 20 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module74. Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and a list of discovered devices will appear.5.

Modules & OptionsBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 7 - 217To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices1. Switch to the Windows Desktop

Modules & Options7 - 22 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology7Intel® Rapid Storage TechnologyInstall the Intel Rapid Storage Technology to support your

Modules & OptionsIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 237Intel® Rapid Start Technology DriverIntel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power

Modules & Options7 - 24 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver7Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration1. Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Tec

Modules & OptionsIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 2574. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your c

Modules & Options7 - 26 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver76. Run the Desktop app and right-click the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows

Modules & OptionsIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 2779. Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partitio

XVIPrefaceLightingProper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck andshoulders.• Position

Modules & Options7 - 28 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver713. Type “detail disk”.14. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partit

Modules & OptionsIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 29716. Type the following, depending on the format of the SSD.•For MBR formatted SSDs: “

Modules & Options7 - 30 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver719. Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Se

Modules & OptionsSound Blaster Cinema EQ 7 - 317Sound Blaster Cinema EQInstall the Sound Blaster Cinema EQ to allow you to configure the audio set

Modules & Options7 - 32 Sound Blaster Cinema EQ7Sound Blaster Cinema ApplicationRun the Sound Blaster Cinema control panel from the notification a

Modules & OptionsSound Blaster Cinema EQ 7 - 337Sound Blaster Cinema SettingsSound Blaster Cinema selects Stereo by default and this setting may c

Modules & Options7 - 34 Sound Blaster Cinema EQ7Sound Blaster Cinema ControlsEach control has an On/Off button to allow you to enable/disable the

Modules & OptionsSound Blaster Cinema EQ 7 - 357Sound Blaster Cinema & HDMI1. When you connect an HDMI display to the HDMI-Out port, the Sound

Modules & Options7 - 36 Wireless Display7Wireless DisplayWireless Display uses your Wireless LAN module/WLAN Bluetooth Combo mod-ule (you need to

Modules & OptionsWireless Display 7 - 377Wireless Display Configuration1. Note that no driver or application is required for wireless display in W

XVIIPrefaceContentsNotice ...

Modules & Options7 - 38 Wireless Display75. The system will then search for compatible display devices (this may take up to60 seconds so allow tim

Modules & OptionsWireless Display 7 - 3979. The display will then connect (for specific settings for your display see the documentation supplied w

Modules & Options7 - 40 3G Module73G Module(Factory Option for Models A & B Only)If you have included an optional UMTS/HSPDA+ based 3G Module

Modules & Options3G Module 7 - 4173G Module USIM Card InstallationFollow the instructions below to install the USIM card (which will be provided b

Modules & Options7 - 42 3G Module73G Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a 3G connection as below, however make sure the system is notin Air

Modules & Options3G Module 7 - 4374. Any 3G service provider (connection information is usually stored on the USIM card) will appear under Mobile

Modules & Options7 - 44 3G Module78. You can then access the internet, download e-mail etc. as per any internet connection.9. To disconnect you ca

Modules & OptionsEM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-Saving 7 - 457EM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-SavingNote that there may be some issue

Modules & Options7 - 46 EM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-Saving73. Click Network.4. Click the broadband connection under Mobile Broadband.5.

TroubleshootingOverview 8 - 18Chapter 8: TroubleshootingOverviewShould you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service repres

XVIIIPrefaceModels A & B: LCD Panel Open ...

Troubleshooting8 - 2 Basic Hints and Tips8Basic Hints and TipsMany of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when

TroubleshootingBackup and General Maintenance 8 - 38Backup and General Maintenance•Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and p

Troubleshooting8 - 4 Viruses8Viruses• Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to

TroubleshootingUpgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software 8 - 58Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software• Do not be tempted to make changes to your

Troubleshooting8 - 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software8• Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may aff

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 8 - 78Problems and Possible SolutionsProblem Possible Cause - SolutionYou turned on the power but it do

Troubleshooting8 - 8 Problems and Possible Solutions8The computer feels too hot. Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intake

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 8 - 98You forget the boot password. If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery o

Troubleshooting8 - 10 Problems and Possible Solutions8I am sliding my finger up and down on theright side of the Touchpad to scroll aWindow and the To

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 8 - 118The Wireless LAN/Bluetooth modulescannot be detected.The modules are off as the computer is in

XIXPrefacePower Options ...

Troubleshooting8 - 12 Problems and Possible Solutions8I have used Update Driver in DeviceManager (Unknown device > OtherDevices) to try and instal

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 8 - 138I have connected a Bluetooth Mouse butit loses the Bluetooth connection andno longer responds

Troubleshooting8 - 14 Problems and Possible Solutions8When using a Bluetooth headset theaudio appears to be mono and notstereo.This is a common issue

TroubleshootingEM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-Saving 8 - 158EM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-SavingNote that there may be some issues when

Troubleshooting8 - 16 EM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-Saving83. Click Network.4. Click the broadband connection under Mobile Broadband.5. Scroll

TroubleshootingEM820W 3G Module PIN Code & Power-Saving 8 - 178Resolving the “Insert a SIM” issue with the 3G Module (Windows 8.1)1. If a PIN was

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Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1AAppendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks)OverviewThe following chapter will give a qu

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A - 2 Interface (Ports & Jacks)ANotebook Ports and JacksItem DescriptionCard Reader Port The card reader allows you t

Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 3AHeadphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: S

XXPrefaceTurning On the Computer ...

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A-4A

Control CenterControl Center B - 1BAppendix B: Control CenterOverviewThe following chapter will give a quick description of the functions of the Contr

Control CenterB - 2 Control CenterBPower Modes You can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. Each powerm

Control CenterControl Center B - 3BPower StatusThe Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapt

Control CenterB - 4 Control CenterBSleep Click the Sleep button to bring up the Hibernate or Sleep buttons, and click either button to have thecom

Video Driver ControlsC-1CAppendix C: Video Driver ControlsThe basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” onpage 1 - 33. M

Video Driver ControlsC - 2 Microsoft Hybrid GraphicsCMicrosoft Hybrid GraphicsMost notebook computers come with either a discrete or integrated graphi

Video Driver ControlsMicrosoft Hybrid Graphics C - 3CHow the Technology worksWhen the system is powered up and is displaying just the desktop, the dGP

Video Driver ControlsC - 4 Intel® HD Graphics Control PanelCIntel® HD Graphics Control PanelAdvanced video configuration options are provided by the I

Video Driver ControlsIntel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 5COR2. Right-click the Desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu.OR3. Click Advan

XXIPrefaceDriver Installation ...

Video Driver ControlsC - 6 Intel® HD Graphics Control PanelCYou may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriatemenu pan

Video Driver ControlsIntel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 7CSub-MenusSome of the menu panels will also have sub-menus (in the top left corner of the m

Video Driver ControlsC - 8 Intel® HD Graphics Control PanelCDisplayClick either Display Settings or Color to make display adjustments, including con-f

Video Driver ControlsIntel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 9CClick the Display menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The Mul-tiple Di

Video Driver ControlsC - 10 Intel® HD Graphics Control PanelC3DThis menu allows you to choose how 3D images are displayed. Quality displays themost de

Video Driver ControlsIntel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 11COptionsOptions allows you to Customize Hot Keys (for opening the application, rotatingthe

Video Driver ControlsC - 12 Intel® HD Graphics Control PanelCClick the Options menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The In-formatio

Video Driver ControlsIntel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 13CClick the Video menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The ImageEnhancem

Video Driver ControlsC - 14 Display Devices & OptionsCDisplay Devices & OptionsNote that you can use external displays connected to the HDMI-O

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays C - 15CAttaching Other DisplaysTo Clone Displays:1. Attach your external display to the external monitor

XXIIPrefaceFailing the POST ...

Video Driver ControlsC - 16 Attaching Other DisplaysCTo Enable Extended Mode:1. Attach your external display to the HDMI-Out port/external monitor por

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays C - 17CTo Enable Collage Mode:1. Attach your external displays to the external monitor port and HDMI-Out

Video Driver ControlsC - 18 Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)CAttaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)You can configure attached

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar) C - 19CConfiguring an External Display In Windows1. Attach your external display

Video Driver ControlsC - 20 Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)C5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu.• Duplic

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA Control Panel C - 21CNVIDIA Control PanelMore advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA ControlPanel

Video Driver ControlsC - 22 NVIDIA Control PanelCThe NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls andtools which allow quick

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA Control Panel C - 23CCustomization OptionsOne of the most important aspects of hybrid graphics technology is that it wills

Video Driver ControlsC - 24 NVIDIA Control PanelC3. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel.4. Find the executable file icon of the application you want to run

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA Control Panel C - 25CGlobal SettingsGlobal settings allows you to set the preferred graphics processor for overall use.Ide

XXIIIPrefaceBoot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ...

Video Driver ControlsC - 26 NVIDIA Control PanelCProgram SettingsProgram settings allows you to make specific adjustments for installed applications.1

Video Driver ControlsSet PhysX® Configuration C - 27CSet PhysX® ConfigurationNVIDIA® PhysX® is a physics engine that can use the GPU to accelerate gam

Video Driver ControlsC - 28 HDMI Audio ConfigurationCHDMI Audio ConfigurationHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video

Video Driver ControlsHDMI Audio Configuration C - 29C5. Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs.6. Click OK to close the Sound control

Video Driver ControlsC - 30 HDMI Audio ConfigurationCHDMI Notes• Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt-ing to play au

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 1DAppendix D: SpecificationsLatest Specification InformationThe specifications listed in this Appendix are correct a

SpecificationsD - 2 SpecificationsDProcessorsIntel® Core™ i7-4900MQ (2.80GHz)Processor8M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 47WIntel® C

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 3DIntel® Integrated GPU and NVIDIA® GeForce 840M or GTX 850M Video:Intel® HD Graphics 4600 / Intel® HD Graphics(GPU i

SpecificationsD - 4 SpecificationsDCard ReaderEmbedded Multi-In-1 Card Reader - MMC/ RS MMC- SD/ Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC- MS/ MS Pro/ MS DuoNote: Some of

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 5DBatteryRemovable 6 Cell Smart Lithium Ion Battery Pack 62.16WH (Factory Option)Removable 6 Cell Smart Lithium Ion B

XXIVPrefaceTaking Pictures/Capturing Video ...

SpecificationsD-6D

XXVPreface3G Configuration in Windows ...

XXVIPrefaceDynamic Video Memory Technology ...C-1Mi

XXVIIPrefaceCard Reader ...

IPrefaceNoticeThe company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Informationcontained herein is for r

XXVIIIPreface

Overview 1 - 1Quick Start Guide1Chapter 1: Quick Start GuideOverviewThis Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your compu

1 - 2 OverviewQuick Start Guide1Advanced UsersIf you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it us

Overview 1 - 3Quick Start Guide1Not IncludedOperating Systems (e.g. Windows 8.1) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro-

1 - 4 System StartupQuick Start Guide1System Startup1. Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface.2. Securely attach any

System Startup 1 - 5Quick Start Guide1System SoftwareYour computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or

1 - 6 System StartupQuick Start Guide1Model DifferencesThis notebook series includes four different model types that mainly differ as indicated in the

Models A & B: LCD Panel Open 1 - 7Quick Start Guide1Models A & B: LCD Panel OpenFigure 1 - 2LCD Panel Open1. Built-in PC Camera 2. PC Camera L

1 - 8 Models C & D: LCD Panel OpenQuick Start Guide1Models C & D: LCD Panel OpenFigure 1 - 3LCD Panel Open1. Built-in PC Camera 2. PC Camera L

LED Indicators 1 - 9Quick Start Guide1LED IndicatorsThe LED indicators on the computer display helpfulinformation about the current status of the comp

IIPrefaceR&TTE DirectiveThis device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc-tive 199

1 - 10 Keyboard - Models A & BQuick Start Guide1Keyboard - Models A & BThe keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data inp

Keyboard - Models C & D 1 - 11Quick Start Guide1Keyboard - Models C & DThe keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data inp

1 - 12 Keyboard ShortcutsQuick Start Guide1Keyboard ShortcutsThe following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi-gation/ope

Function/Hot Key Indicators 1 - 13Quick Start Guide1Function/Hot Key IndicatorsTable 1 - 5 - Function & Hot Key IndicatorsKeys Function Keys Funct

1 - 14 Control CenterQuick Start Guide1Control CenterWhen in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combinat

Models A & B: Front & Left Views 1 - 15Quick Start Guide1Models A & B: Front & Left ViewsFigure 1 - 7Models A & B Front & Left

1 - 16 Models C & D: Front & Left ViewsQuick Start Guide1Models C & D: Front & Left ViewsFigure 1 - 8Models C & DFront & Left

Models A & B: Right & Rear Views 1 - 17Quick Start Guide1Models A & B: Right & Rear ViewsFigure 1 - 9Models A & BRight & Rear

1 - 18 Models C & D: Right & Rear ViewsQuick Start Guide1Models C & D: Right & Rear ViewsFigure 1 - 10Models C & DRight & Rear

Models C & D: Right & Rear Views 1 - 19Quick Start Guide1Disk Eject WarningDon’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is ac-cessing it. Thi

IIIPrefaceCE MarkingThis device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at-tained CE Marking. The

1 - 20 Models A & B: Bottom ViewQuick Start Guide1Models A & B: Bottom View Figure 1 - 11Models A & BBottom View1. Battery2. Component Bay

Models C & D: Bottom View 1 - 21Quick Start Guide1Models C & D: Bottom View Figure 1 - 12Models C & DBottom View 1. Battery2. Component Ba

1 - 22 Windows 8.1 Control PanelQuick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 Control PanelThroughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Pane

Windows 8.1 Control Panel 1 - 23Quick Start Guide1Right-click the Start button in the Desktop app (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to

1 - 24 Windows 8.1 Control PanelQuick Start Guide1The Control Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8.1.•Click Search in the Windows Ch

Windows 8.1 Control Panel 1 - 25Quick Start Guide1• When in the Desktop app (this does not apply to the Start screen) click on Settings in the Windows

1 - 26 Windows 8.1 Control PanelQuick Start Guide1Right-click the Start button to bring up the menu and select Control Panel (see Figure 1 - 14 on pag

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 27Quick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopThe Apps, control panels, utilities and programs

1 - 28 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1Apps & TilesThe Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be i

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 29Quick Start Guide1Desktop ApplicationWhen the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen o

IVPrefaceFCC Statement(Federal Communications Commission)You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsib

1 - 30 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1The Charms BarThe right side of the screen displays the Charms Bar. The Charms Bar cont

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 31Quick Start Guide1Charms Bar Items• Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control

1 - 32 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 TaskbarIn many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction

Video Features 1 - 33Quick Start Guide1Video FeaturesYou can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in

1 - 34 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows 8:1. Go to the Control Panel.2. Click Displa

Video Features 1 - 35Quick Start Guide1To access the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel:1. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 26 on page 1 - 34) in

1 - 36 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:1. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 28)

Power Options 1 - 37Quick Start Guide1Power OptionsPower Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in S

1 - 38 Running AppsQuick Start Guide1Running AppsTo run apps in Windows 8.1 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control

Running Apps 1 - 39Quick Start Guide1User Account Control SettingsIf your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can

VPrefaceFCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitt

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Features & ComponentsOverview 2 - 12Chapter 2: Features & ComponentsOverviewRead this chapter to learn more about the following main features

Features & Components2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive2Hard Disk DriveThe hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk can betake

Features & ComponentsOptical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 32Optical (CD/DVD) DeviceThere is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height).

Features & Components2 - 4 Optical (CD/DVD) Device2Handling CDs or DVDsProper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Plea

Features & ComponentsOptical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 52DVD Regional CodesTo change the DVD regional codes:1. Go to the Control Panel 2. Double-click D

Features & Components2 - 6 Multi-In-1 Card Reader2Multi-In-1 Card ReaderThe card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards

Features & ComponentsTouchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 72Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/MouseThe touchpad/clickpad is an alternative to the m

Features & Components2 - 8 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse2Elan TouchPadOnce you have installed the touchpad driver (see “Touchpad” on page 4

Features & ComponentsTouchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 92The Elan Smart-Pad control panel allows you to use a specific gesture (action) onth

VIPrefaceIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFollow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and i

Features & Components2 - 10 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse2Click the Function Description button to get a detailed description of any func-

Features & ComponentsTouchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 112One-FingerTappingOne-Finger tapping is equivalent to clicking the left mouse butto

Features & Components2 - 12 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse2Drag and DropYou can select the different drag and drop methods from the menu prov

Features & ComponentsTouchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 132Edge SwipeEnable Edge Swipe to use a single finger to scroll from the edges of the

Features & Components2 - 14 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse2Multi-FingerZoomingPlace two fingers on the touchpad (for best results use the tip

Features & ComponentsTouchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 152RotationYou can rotate objects by using a two-finger gesture. Touch and rotate usi

Features & Components2 - 16 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse2AdditionalPalm TrackingThis feature helps guard against accidental contact such as

Features & ComponentsAudio Features 2 - 172Audio FeaturesYou can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound controlpanel in Wind

Features & Components2 - 18 Audio Features2Expert Mode will allow you to access more advanced configuration menus forSpeaker and Microphone.Synci

Power ManagementOverview 3 - 13Chapter 3: Power ManagementOverviewTo conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man-agemen

VIIPrefaceInstructions for Care and OperationThe notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:1

Power Management3 - 2 The Power Sources3The Power SourcesThe computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack.AC/DC AdapterUse onl

Power ManagementTurning On the Computer 3 - 33Turning On the ComputerNow you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the po

Power Management3 - 4 Shutting the Computer Down3Shutting the Computer DownNote that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut do

Power ManagementPower Plans3-53Power PlansThe computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. Youcan use (or modify) an existing

Power Management3 - 6 Power Plans3Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma-chine in order to save power. This is

Power ManagementPower-Saving States 3 - 73Power-Saving StatesYou can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart whereyou lef

Power Management3 - 8 Power-Saving States3HibernateHibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and savesall of your inform

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 93Configuring the Power ButtonsThe power/sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo) and closed lid may be set

Power Management3 - 10 Configuring the Power Buttons3Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power MenuAdd Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows.1. Go to

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 113Resuming OperationYou can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button,