AXXIV SERIUS 15S20, User Manual

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Page 3: ...ation This publication and any accompanying software may not in whole or in part be reproduced translated trans mitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor man...

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Page 5: ...wed to sell his product in the European market This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R TTE directive 1999 5 EC in order to attain CE Marking A notified body has determined that th...

Page 6: ...communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can...

Page 7: ...he manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment If your purchase option includes both Wireless LAN and 3G modules then the appropriate antenn...

Page 8: ...r than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning 3 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only t...

Page 9: ...nd of heating ele ment This is an electrical appliance If water or any other liquid gets into it the computer could be badly dam aged Do not expose the computer to any shock or vibration Do not place...

Page 10: ...and don t forget to save your work Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted 5 Take care when using peripheral devices Do not turn off the power until you...

Page 11: ...lug the power cord be sure to disconnect it by the plug head not by its wire Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices Befor...

Page 12: ...eries may experience a slight expansion or swelling however this is part of the battery s safety mecha nism and is not a cause for concern Use proper handling procedures when using polymer batteries D...

Page 13: ...e or qual ified service personnel Keep children away from and promptly dispose of a damaged battery Always dispose of batteries carefully Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly...

Page 14: ...any of the following conditions When the power cord or AC DC adapter is damaged or frayed If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids If the computer does not work normally when you foll...

Page 15: ...the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag s straps 7 If you re taking any peripherals e g a printer mouse or digital camera pack them and those devices adapters and or cables 8 Anti...

Page 16: ...ata Pass your computer and disks around the devices Ask security officials to hand inspect them you may be asked to turn it on Note Some airports also scan luggage with these devices Fly safely Most a...

Page 17: ...ms wrists and hands in a relaxed position Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary Use a chair with a back and adjust it to s...

Page 18: ...ake the following precautions Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time Use a rotating moving or blank screen saver this prevents an image from being d...

Page 19: ...tructions for Care and Operation VII Power Safety IX Polymer Battery Precautions X Battery Precautions XI Cleaning XII Servicing XII Travel Considerations XIII Quick Start Guide Overview 1 1 Advanced...

Page 20: ...1 Control Center 1 12 System Map Front Left Views 1 13 System Map Right Rear Views 1 14 System Map Bottom View Model A 1 16 System Map Bottom View Model B 1 17 Windows 7 Start Menu Control Panel 1 18...

Page 21: ...ment Overview 3 1 The Power Sources 3 2 AC DC Adapter 3 2 Battery 3 2 Turning On the Computer 3 3 Power Plans 3 4 Power Saving States 3 6 Sleep 3 6 Hibernate 3 7 Shut down 3 7 Configuring the Power Bu...

Page 22: ...s Utilities What to Install 4 1 Module Driver Installation 4 1 Driver Installation 4 2 Updating Reinstalling Individual Drivers 4 4 User Account Control 4 5 Windows Security Message 4 5 New Hardware F...

Page 23: ...em Time Date Main Menu 5 5 SATA Port Main Menu 5 6 System Extended Memory Main Menu 5 6 MB Series BIOS Revision KBC EC firmware Revision 5 6 Advanced Menu 5 7 Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Menu 5...

Page 24: ...vanced Menu 5 10 Power On Boot Beep Advanced Menu 5 10 Battery Low Alarm Beep Advanced Menu 5 10 Security Menu 5 11 Set Supervisor Password Security Menu 5 11 Set User Password Security Menu 5 12 Pass...

Page 25: ...em Memory RAM 6 11 Modules Options Overview 7 1 PC Camera Module 7 2 PC Camera Driver Installation 7 3 Wireless LAN Module 7 10 3rd Party 802 11b g n Driver Installation for WLAN Module 7 11 3rd Party...

Page 26: ...iver Installation 7 38 Standard Bluetooth V4 0 Configuration in Windows 7 7 39 3G Module 7 43 Wireless Manager 7 46 Wireless Manager Installation 7 46 Wireless Manager Application 7 47 Profiles 7 50 S...

Page 27: ...ogy Configuration 7 88 Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 7 94 Intel Smart Connect Technology 7 95 Intel Smart Connect Technology Driver Installation 7 95 Intel Smart Connect Technology...

Page 28: ...Memory Technology C 1 Intel Graphics Media Control Panel C 2 Display Devices Options C 4 Attaching Other Displays C 5 Configuring an External Display in Windows 7 C 8 HDMI Audio Configuration C 11 Sp...

Page 29: ...face Interface D 3 Card Reader D 3 Slot D 3 Communication D 3 Power Management D 3 Power D 4 Indicators D 4 BIOS D 4 Security D 4 Features D 4 Operating System D 4 Environmental Spec D 4 Dimensions We...

Page 30: ...XXVIII Preface...

Page 31: ...f the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems Chapter 5 An outline of the computer s built in software or BIOS Basic Input Output System Ch...

Page 32: ...hrough all the documentation more detailed descriptions of the functions setup and system controls are covered in the remainder of the User s Manual but do not worry if you do not understand every thi...

Page 33: ...as an interface between the com puter and a hardware component e g a wireless network module It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed You will be unable to use most advanc...

Page 34: ...d connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 5 Use one hand to raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle do not exceed 130 degrees use the other hand as illustrated in Figure 1 1 below to s...

Page 35: ...tebook series includes two different models that vary slightly in design style color power button style general appearance and features supported see Appendix A for full details Note that your compute...

Page 36: ...raft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the key combination...

Page 37: ...raft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard air craft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the key combination...

Page 38: ...con Color Description Orange DC Power is Plugged In Green The Computer is On Blinking Green The Computer is in Sleep Mode Orange The Battery is Charging Green The Battery is Fully Charged Blinking Ora...

Page 39: ...l detect and enable it auto matically However spe cial functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work NumLk ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either NumLk or ScrLk to enable numb...

Page 40: ...ll detect and enable it auto matically However spe cial functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work NumLk ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either NumLk or ScrLk to enable num...

Page 41: ...ot Key Indicators Keys Function Keys Function Fn Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Fn F8 F9 Brightness Decrease Increase Fn 3G Module Power Toggle Fn F10 PC Camera Power Toggle Fn F1 TouchPad Toggle...

Page 42: ...Table 1 3 Control Center Control Center Click on any button to turn any of the modules e g TouchPad Camera on off Click on the power conservation modes to switch between Performance Balanced or Energ...

Page 43: ...1 3 8 6 5 Multi In 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats MMC MultiMedia Card RS MMC SD Secure Digital Mini SD SDHC SDXC MS Memory Stick MS Pro M...

Page 44: ...rt Model A OR 2 USB 2 0 Ports Model B 4 Optical Device Drive Bay for CD DVD Device 5 Security Lock Slot 6 Battery 4 2 5 1 6 W255EU 3 4 5 2 1 3 3 Model A Model B Battery Information Always completely d...

Page 45: ...ged in the hole Don t try to remove a floppy disk CD DVD while the system is accessing it This may cause the system to crash Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double click Device...

Page 46: ...ttom View Model A 1 Battery 2 Component Bay Cover 3 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 4 Hard Disk Bay Cover 5 Speakers CPU The CPU is not a user serviceable part 2 3 1 4 3 3 Overheating To prevent your computer...

Page 47: ...ttom View Model B 1 Battery 2 Component Bay Cover 3 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 4 Hard Disk Bay Cover 5 Speakers CPU The CPU is not a user serviceable part 2 3 1 4 3 3 Overheating To prevent your computer...

Page 48: ...if you want to customize the appearance of the Start menu In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from the Start m...

Page 49: ...creen Resolution in Windows 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Display icon In the Appearances and Personalization category 3 Click Adjust Screen Resolution Adjust resolution 4 Alternativel...

Page 50: ...cs Properties button Figure 1 12 in the Intel Graphics Media Control Panel tab OR 3 Right click the desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu OR 4 Click the icon Figure 1 12 in the taskbar...

Page 51: ...figure the options for the power button sleep button computer lid when closed display and sleep mode from the left menu Note that the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance Click...

Page 52: ...Quick Start Guide 1 22 1...

Page 53: ...apter 2 Features Components Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer Hard Disk Drive Optical CD DVD Device Multi In 1 Card Reader Touch...

Page 54: ...cessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below For fur ther details see Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive on page 6 4 Power Safety Before attempting to ac cess any of the internal components of y...

Page 55: ...el side facing up use just enough force for the disc to click onto the tray s spindle Gently push the CD DVD tray in until its lock clicks and you are ready to start The busy indicator will light up w...

Page 56: ...her materials to the surface of the disc Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high temperature areas Do not use benzene thinner or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD Do not bend the CD or DVD Do...

Page 57: ...DVD Region Note DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your module s re gion code 5 times The fifth selection is perma nent This cannot be al tered even if you chang...

Page 58: ...s Make sure you install the card reader driver see CardReader on page 4 6 Note Some of these cards require PC adapters that are usually supplied with the cards Card Reader Cover Make sure you keep the...

Page 59: ...e to your computer through one of the USB ports The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two button mouse Mouse Driver If you are using an ex ternal mouse your op erating system may be...

Page 60: ...tion and sensitivity options to your preferences You will find further information at www synaptics com TouchPad Scrolling This computer model se ries may feature different TouchPad versions These Tou...

Page 61: ...ck Control Panel 2 Click Mouse Hardware and Sound 3 Click Device Settings tab and click Settings 4 Use the menu tree on the left to access the user configurable settings Show Video You can get a clear...

Page 62: ...and slide both fingers in the direction required in a straight con tinuous motion Zooming The Pinch Zoom gesture can be used to perform the same function as a scroll wheel in Windows applications that...

Page 63: ...d and slide it in a circular motion around the stationary finger clockwise or counterclockwise to rotate the object Three Finger Flick Three Fingers Down Press The Three Finger Flick gesture may be us...

Page 64: ...p or VIA HD Audio Deck control panel The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key combination Sound Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set using the volume control within Wind...

Page 65: ...rom the VIA HD Audio Deck in Ex pert Mode Click Speaker in VIA HD Audio Deck in Expert Mode and click the Sync Left and Right volume button see left You can then adjust the volume slid ers independent...

Page 66: ...Features Components 2 14 2...

Page 67: ...uttons Power Conservation Modes Battery Information The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system OS direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and p...

Page 68: ...t the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the...

Page 69: ...anel to configure this feature Forced Off If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the power button for 4 seconds or longer to force the sys tem to turn itself off P...

Page 70: ...ed time and to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac cess further configuration options in Advanced S...

Page 71: ...to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan for maximum performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power saver bear in mind that this scheme may...

Page 72: ...ng your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Sleep to save power The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last l...

Page 73: ...also return you to where you last left off within seconds You should put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of time and will not have the chance to charge the...

Page 74: ...buttons do on the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu Password Protection It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data However you can dis able th...

Page 75: ...F4 Key Combo Hibernate Off battery Press the Power Button Orange AC DC adapter Display Turned Off Green Press a Key or Move the Mouse Touchpad Closing the Lid If you have chosen to send the computer t...

Page 76: ...toggle the Control Center on off 2 Click either the Performance Balanced or Energy Star button 3 Click in a blank area of the icon or press a key on the keyboard to exit Power Conservation Mode witho...

Page 77: ...ken e g Shut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from power plan Change plan settings Change advanced power settings see Figure 3 1 on page 3 4 Click the battery icon in the tas...

Page 78: ...er when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter Reduce the amount of time before the display is turned off Close wireless Bluetooth modem or communication applications when they are not being used Disc...

Page 79: ...fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ on page 3 15 for instructions on how to do this Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter...

Page 80: ...Discard used battery according to the manufacturer s in structions Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects e g the battery is bent out of shape after being dropped or any unusua...

Page 81: ...down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own 1 Save a...

Page 82: ...nagement 3 16 Battery Information 3 3 Click Change plan settings after creating it and click Change plan settings Change advanced power settings Figure 3 9 Change Plan Settings Change Advanced Power S...

Page 83: ...battery options 5 Choose the options below click Yes if a warning appears Low battery levels 0 Critical battery Levels 1 Low battery action Do Nothing Critical battery action On battery Shut Down Crit...

Page 84: ...arge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at l...

Page 85: ...disc contains the drivers and util ities necessary for the proper operation of the computer Table 4 1 on page 4 3 lists what you need to install and it is very important that the drivers are installe...

Page 86: ...nstaller Screen 1 1 Check the driver installation order from Table 4 1 on page 4 3 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below 2 Cl...

Page 87: ...e 4 6 PC Camera Module Page 7 2 Video VGA Page 4 6 Wireless LAN Module Page 7 10 LAN Page 4 6 Intel Wireless Display Application Page 7 31 CardReader Page 4 6 Bluetooth WLAN Combo Module Page 7 36 Tou...

Page 88: ...ginal driver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Programs and Features icon Pro grams Uninstall a program Click to select the driver if it is not listed see below...

Page 89: ...ication for Windows New Hardware Found If you see the message New Hardware Found dur ing the installation procedure other than when out lined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the...

Page 90: ...k Next Yes Next Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Note After installing the video driver go to the Dis play Display Settings control panel to adjust the vid eo settings to the highest resolu...

Page 91: ...o agree to the license and click Next 4 Click Next Next Next 5 Click Finish to restart the computer Note that after installing the audio driver the system will not return to the Drivers Installer scre...

Page 92: ...he system performance 5 Close the control panel Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win dows Update in order to get all the latest security up dates etc all updates wi...

Page 93: ...ges indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in cluded in your purchase option Figure 4 3 Option Drivers Note that you need to install both the WLAN Bl...

Page 94: ...Drivers Utilities 4 10 4...

Page 95: ...make This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing There is one general rule Don t make any changes unless you are sure of what you are doing Many of the settings are required...

Page 96: ...and manage basic features and subsystems e g port configuration To enter Setup turn on the computer and press F2 give the system a few seconds to enter Setup If the Boot Logo is enabled the F2 on scre...

Page 97: ...ors This kind of error still allows you to boot You will get a message identifying the problem make a note of this message and you can then press F7 the F7 on screen will be highlighted to illustrate...

Page 98: ...are confusing press F1 to call up a General Help screen and then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page The Item Specific Help on the upper right side of each screen explains the highlight e...

Page 99: ...Menu The hour setting uses the 24 hour system i e midnight 13 1 pm If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system you will also change these settings Some applications may also...

Page 100: ...on the computer s SATA Ports System Extended Memory Main Menu This item contains information on the system memory and is not user configurable The system will auto detect the amount of memory installe...

Page 101: ...OS Utilities Advanced Menu 5 7 5 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Menu The sub menu here allows you to adjust the Bluetooth Power Setting and port pow er control Figure 5 3 Advanced Men...

Page 102: ...his menu item TXT provides hardware and firmware security against software intended at tacks USB 3 0 Power Card Reader Power PCI Express Card Power USB 2 0 Combo Port Power Powered USB 2 0 Port Power...

Page 103: ...ack to a central server SATA Mode Advanced Menu You can configure SATA Serial ATA control to operate in IDE native compati ble AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface or RAID Redundant Array of In dep...

Page 104: ...2 Enter Setup or F7 Boot Options prompts on the screen however you can still press these keys while the boot screen is displayed to perform the Enter Setup or Boot Option functions Power On Boot Beep...

Page 105: ...s will not affect access to the computer OS only the Aptio Setup Utility Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself and also access to your machine as it boo...

Page 106: ...sor pass word Password on boot Security Menu Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer you may only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled If Enabled...

Page 107: ...Trusted Platform Module TPM support and to configure the TPM State Select TPM Configuration and press En ter to access the sub menu Press Enter to access the TPM Support menu and select Enable to dis...

Page 108: ...lect TPM State press Enter and select Enable to change the TPM state to en abled You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer As the computer restarts press F2 to enter...

Page 109: ...t the option you require if you are initializing TPM you should select Enable Take Ownership You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer You can now install the TPM dri...

Page 110: ...he next device in the order specified in the Boot Option Priorities Item specific help on the right is available to help you move devices up and down the order Figure 5 8 Boot Menu BIOS Screens Note t...

Page 111: ...enu Use the arrow keys to move up and down the menu and go to either CD DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities or Hard Drive BBS Priorities and use the F5 and F6 keys to move the device s boot priority up and d...

Page 112: ...sing to Discard Changes or Exit Discarding Changes will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup You can also choose to restore the original Setup defaults that will re turn the Setup to its or...

Page 113: ...r slotted flathead screwdriver An antistatic wrist strap Before working with the internal components you will need to wear an antistatic wrist strap to ground yourself because static electricity may d...

Page 114: ...ade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast er new one you will need to contact your customer service representative We rec ommend that you do not do this yourself since if it is...

Page 115: ...the computer off and turn it over 2 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow 3 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place 4 Slide the battery out in the direction of the...

Page 116: ...all all necessary drivers and util ities see Driver Installation on page 4 2 when setting up a new hard disk HDD System Warning New HDD s are blank Be fore you begin make sure You have backed up any d...

Page 117: ...5 6 Removing the Hard Disk 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery see page 6 3 2 Remove the screws 3 Lift the hard disk bay cover up from point 4 Remove hard disk bay cover F...

Page 118: ...e HDD assembly in the direction of arrow 6 Remove the HDD assembly 7 Remove the screw s and the adhesive cover 8 Reverse the process to install a new hard disk drive 9 Replace the hard disk bay cover...

Page 119: ...ng the Optical CD DVD Device The procedure for removing the optical device will depend upon your particular computer model See Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device for Model A Computers on page 6 7 See...

Page 120: ...he Optical CD DVD Device for Model A Computers 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery see page 6 3 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws 3 Remove the component ba...

Page 121: ...Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point 5 Reverse the process to install the new device 6 Replace the component bay cover and screws see page...

Page 122: ...Model B Computers 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery see page 6 3 2 Remove the screw at point and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point 3 Rev...

Page 123: ...ll Outline Dual In line SO DIMM DDRIII DDR3 type memory modules see Memory on page D 2 for details of supported module types 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery see page 6...

Page 124: ...sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the arrows in Figure 6 8 1 6 Figure 6 8 RAM Module Location Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module s connecting e...

Page 125: ...one way Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot as it will go DO NOT FORCE the module it should fit without much pressure 10 Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the sl...

Page 126: ...Upgrading The Computer 6 14 6...

Page 127: ...odule Intel Wireless Display Application Bluetooth WLAN Combo Module 3G Module Trusted Platform Module Intel Rapid Storage Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver Intel Smart Connect Technology...

Page 128: ...camera Make sure you access the application via the desktop shortcut Latest PC Camera Driver Information Check the Device Driv ers Utilities User s Manual disc and any accompanying insert pages for t...

Page 129: ...m from the desktop shortcut if the hard ware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again PC Camera Screen Refresh The PC Camera module supports a frame rate of 12 fps If you find...

Page 130: ...rophone VIA High Definition Audio and make sure the item is not disabled 5 Double click Microphone or select Properties from the right click menu 6 Click Levels tab and adjust the Microphone and Micro...

Page 131: ...Modules Options PC Camera Module 7 5 7 Figure 7 1 Audio Setup for PC Camera Right click...

Page 132: ...Capture 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the video and press Esc to stop the capture you can view the file using the Windows Media Player Set Capture...

Page 133: ...CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C drive system partition In order to prevent system problems it is recommended that you save the...

Page 134: ...Hz under PowerLine Frequency Latest PC Camera Driver Information Check the Device Driv ers Utilities User s Manual disc and any accompanying insert pages for the latest up dated information on the PC...

Page 135: ...d select Take Picture 3 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the desktop Snapshot Folder The Snapshot folder s default location is on the desktop Do not move this folder...

Page 136: ...ure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Note that for the WLAN Bluetooth Combo modules you need to install both the WLAN Bluetooth drivers Wireless Device Operation...

Page 137: ...Hardware click Cancel to close the window 1 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button...

Page 138: ...1 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 2 Install WLAN Driver Yes 4 Click Next 5 C...

Page 139: ...Net work see overleaf Typical Installation 1 If you see the message Found New Hardware click Cancel to close the window 2 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers Utiliti...

Page 140: ...insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive 3 Click Option Drivers button 4 Click 2 Install WLAN Driver Yes 5 Click Next Next 6 Click the button to accept the lic...

Page 141: ...Modules Options Wireless LAN Module 7 15 7 Figure 7 3 Install Intel MyWiFi Technology Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility...

Page 142: ...click to Open Network and Sharing Center if you do not see a network you want to connect to in the taskbar menu a list of options will appear allowing setting changes and creating a new network Netwo...

Page 143: ...security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect 3 Click to select a network location e g Home Work or Public 4 Click View or change settings in Network and Sharing Center to acces...

Page 144: ...the taskbar wireless icon click the active connection and then click Disconnect button Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a se cure networ...

Page 145: ...sure the Wireless LAN module is on 2 Access the Intel WiFi Connection Utility from the Start menu Start All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility 3 Click to select a network from the...

Page 146: ...to enter the password and click OK 6 You can turn WiFi On WiFi Off from the button at the bottom of the Utility 7 To disconnect select the connected access point and click Disconnect 8 Select Help fro...

Page 147: ...connection Intel MWT also features a chat function and offers you the option of being able to create a WiFi hotspot from your computer Intel MWT offers greater range and speed than other personal are...

Page 148: ...Fi Connection Utility from the Start menu Start All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless Intel R My WiFi Dashboard or click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar or right click and select Open Da...

Page 149: ...Modules Options Wireless LAN Module 7 23 7 Intel My WiFi Interface Figure 7 10 Intel My WiFi Utility Interface Help Your Computer Configuration Options Wireless ON OFF Preferences...

Page 150: ...eless LAN Module 7 Intel My WiFi Help Click the Help icon in the dashboard to bring up the Help menu and select and item from the Contents menu to obtain the help information Figure 7 11 Intel My WiFi...

Page 151: ...Modules Options Wireless LAN Module 7 25 7 Preferences Click the Options icon and select Preferences to configure the options Figure 7 12 Intel My WiFi Utility Preferences Your Computer Help...

Page 152: ...lly connected devices and also if available the internet 1 Click the Hotspot icon to turn the Hotspot on 2 The Hotspot settings tab shows the SSID and password you will need to enter this information...

Page 153: ...ys available devices based on their signal strength and proximity e g decreasing the sensitivity lists only devices closest to the com puter s location Group Devices by Type If you click Group by type...

Page 154: ...vices to which you connect most of ten and this is particularly useful in environments where many devices are listed nearby A favorite device will display the icon To make any device a favorite just c...

Page 155: ...pt the invitation 4 After the invitation is accepted the connection will be made 5 Use the Windows Network and Sharing Center to set permissions for viewing and sharing the resources on your computer...

Page 156: ...n battery status power plans used and wireless device status etc To access the Windows Mobility Center 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click...

Page 157: ...the Intel WiDi application you will need to set up your com patible adapter with your display speakers Connect the adapter using an HDMI or A V cable and turn on the display or in the case of speakers...

Page 158: ...Installation If you wish to use your system to stream wireless audio to speakers connected to a compatible wireless speaker adapter you will need to install the Intel R Wireless Music Driver 1 Insert...

Page 159: ...ration Intel R Wireless Display Intel R Wireless Display or double click the icon on the desktop 2 Click I agree to the terms of this license button 3 The application will scan for any connected compa...

Page 160: ...click Connect 5 The system will then prompt you to enter the 4 digit security code which will be displayed on the external TV Screen or press the connect button on the wireless speaker adapter 6 Enter...

Page 161: ...8 Click Finished to complete the setup Test Audio Adapter To verify a successful audio connection for In tel Wireless Music select the Test your audio connection link or select Finished to bypass the...

Page 162: ...in Windows 7 on page 7 39 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if y...

Page 163: ...ties User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive If a Found New Hard ware window appears click Cancel in all windows that appear and then proceed to install the driver as below 2 Click Option Drivers but...

Page 164: ...lick the button to accept the license and click Next 6 Click Next Finish 7 See over for configuration instructions Note that at the time of going to press Intel Centrino Wireless N 2230 Intel Centrino...

Page 165: ...tooth Devices control panel Double click the notification area icon to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Right click the notification area icon and choose an option from the menu Add a...

Page 166: ...connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device Pairing Options If a device has been pre viously connected then the pairing option menu will appear when you...

Page 167: ...instructions on the computer if device drivers are required to be installed 7 Click Close Figure 7 21 Pairing Code Example Figure 7 22 Pairing Complete Bluetooth Device Enabled Pairing Codes The exam...

Page 168: ...etooth Devices 1 Click the notification area icon and select Open Settings 2 Click Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it 3 M...

Page 169: ...43 to install the USIM card which will be provided by your service provider and then install the application Important Notice 3G Bluetooth Wireless LAN Modules In order to comply with FCC regulations...

Page 170: ...the battery compartment as illustrated below until it clicks fully into position and replace the battery Power Safety Warning Before you undertake any installation procedures make sure that you have t...

Page 171: ...er button to toggle power to the 3G module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Note that exiting the application does NOT turn off the 3G module Wireless...

Page 172: ...Cancel for all Found New Hardware windows that appear 3 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into your DVD drive 4 Click Option Drivers button 5 Click 5 Install 3G Driver Yes 6 Clic...

Page 173: ...reless Manager or the desktop shortcut 3 You may be required to enter you PIN number and click OK 4 Click the Connect button a Profile needs to be selected and in most cases this will be pre configure...

Page 174: ...r icon the timer will indicate your connected time for the current session 7 You can then access the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection Wireless Manager Help To get help on Wi...

Page 175: ...ver the application will still be running to exit the application right click the notification area icon and click Disconnect or Exit Wireless Manager 11 The program will disconnect from the service p...

Page 176: ...les 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortcut 2 Click the Settings Advanced 3 Click the Profiles tab F...

Page 177: ...If Automatic selection is chosen then the application will search the operator pro file database for a profile that matches the details on your USIM card If a correct profile is found it will be autom...

Page 178: ...dule 7 Selecting a Profile 1 Click Manual selection button 2 Click the Filter to view the drop down list 3 Select the Profile you wish to use and click Apply to confirm the selection Figure 7 30 Profi...

Page 179: ...e entered click the appropriate tab and enter the supplied information otherwise leave blank 7 Click Save to save the profile information 8 The profile will be stored under User defined in the Filter...

Page 180: ...to launch the application at Win dows Startup The Advanced settings allows more detailed configuration To access the Ad vanced settings 1 Access the Wireless Manager program from the Start menu Start...

Page 181: ...the module off on using the Fn key combination but you may turn it off when required Automatic mode is the recommended setting for most 3G networks as it will use 3G where available All Frequency ban...

Page 182: ...s startup however the module must be powered on and radio must be turned on You can also automatically connect when resuming from a power saving state click Apply to save any changes Click Default to...

Page 183: ...ervice supports SMS SMS Utility 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortcut 2 Click SMS and the SMS Util...

Page 184: ...ying text messages The tabs at the top of the menu display the Inbox Drafts Outbox Sent and Trash menus Text messages are automatically saved to your computer and may be sorted in as cending or descen...

Page 185: ...ick the New Message tab 4 Enter the phone number in the To field multiple numbers may be entered separated by a semicolon or click the phonebook icon to select a name from the phonebook 5 Select any c...

Page 186: ...will be stored in the Outbox Note that you do not have to connect to the network to Send Receive SMS mes sages Inbox Any received text messages will be displayed in the Inbox The number of unread mess...

Page 187: ...warding a text message Double click the message and click Forward Type the recipients name in the To field or click the icon to select recipients from the phonebook Deleting a text message Right click...

Page 188: ...nd is divided into Contacts and Groups To access the Phonebook 1 Access the Wireless Manager application from the Start menu Start All Pro grams Wireless Manager Wireless Manager or the desktop shortc...

Page 189: ...information with your USIM card Click the Save icon to save the information Edit Contact Click the edit icon to make changes to a contact detail and click save to confirm the changes Delete Contact C...

Page 190: ...at least one phone number from the contacts for the group Click the Save icon to save the information Edit Group Click the edit icon to make changes to a contact detail and click save to confirm the c...

Page 191: ...and the SMS Utility will then start 3 Click the Settings Advanced 4 Click the tab to edit any particular setting Figure 7 43 SMS Utility Settings SMS Settings Message Length You can set the number of...

Page 192: ...ff will then be sent automatically the next time radio is turned on You can also choose to Include original message in reply Notification This menu allows you to enable disable Show animation on new m...

Page 193: ...the box and add your number manually if your service provider supplies a different number click Apply to save the change or Default to return to the default number Memory Phonebook memory status disp...

Page 194: ...ation by a sys tem administrator before users can access security features Individual users can use the TPM as an authentication with the fingerprint reader Make sure you have administrator s rights t...

Page 195: ...on and press Enter to access the sub menu 5 Press Enter to access the TPM Support menu and select Enable to display the full TPM configuration menu 6 Select TPM State press Enter and select Enabled to...

Page 196: ...itializing TPM you should select Enable Take Ownership and press Enter You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer 9 You can now install the TPM driver see Trusted Plat...

Page 197: ...the license and click Next 7 Click Next Next Install 8 Click Finish Yes to restart the computer If you have installed the driver without enabling and activating the TPM first a con firmation message w...

Page 198: ...Initialization or click the Security Platform State taskbar bubble 3 The Quick Initialization method will automatically be selected for you if you need to use advanced settings provided by your networ...

Page 199: ...the tabs and control panels to adjust the settings 12 Double click the icon in the taskbar notification area to access the Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool or right click the icon and select...

Page 200: ...d restore the TPM data As TPM is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations your system administrator will need to assist you in managing the information here Menus Note that not...

Page 201: ...rently logged in Infineon Security Platform user including the ability to change the password configure se cure e mail file and folder encryption and Enhanced Authentication You can also import or del...

Page 202: ...kup and restore operations Backup files contain the computer identification and user identification information which is used to match the machine name and user name with the current machine and user...

Page 203: ...ions Trusted Platform Module 7 77 7 Migration The Migration tab is used to help securely transfer keys and certificates from one platform to another Figure 7 54 Infineon Security Platform Settings Too...

Page 204: ...Modules Options 7 78 Trusted Platform Module 7 Password Reset Use Password Reset to reset basic user passwords when required Figure 7 55 Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool Password Reset...

Page 205: ...ed in conjunction with the TPM to encrypt data on the disk and is done via the Microsoft BitLocker Control Panel Applet Click Configure and select a drive to be encrypted and then follow the Wizard to...

Page 206: ...ules Options 7 80 Trusted Platform Module 7 Access the Microsoft BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel applet from the Windows control panel System and Security Figure 7 57 BitLocker Drive Encrypti...

Page 207: ...Module 7 81 7 Advanced Configure all the Security Platform owner and policy settings from the Advanced tab The settings that can be changed are for the local computer only Figure 7 58 Infineon Securit...

Page 208: ...el Smart Re sponse Technology see overleaf IRST Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 7 Install IRST Dri...

Page 209: ...formance by using the SSD as cache memory between the hard disk drive and system memory System Requirements to support Intel Smart Response Technology System BIOS with SATA mode set to RAID see SATA M...

Page 210: ...Programs menu 2 Click Enable acceleration either under Status or Accelerate 3 Select the SSD to be used as a cache device 4 Select the size from the SSD to be allocated for the cache memory any remai...

Page 211: ...you accelerate the system volume or system disk for maximum performance 6 Select the acceleration mode and then click OK Enhanced mode is selected by default Note Enhanced mode default Acceleration op...

Page 212: ...Modules Options 7 86 Intel Rapid Storage Technology 7 7 The page will refresh and report the new configuration in Acceleration Figure 7 61 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Accelerate...

Page 213: ...your computer s previous state with zero power System Requirements to support Intel Rapid Start Technology Rapid Start Technology should be enabled in the BIOS see Intel R Rapid Start Technology Advan...

Page 214: ...chnology from the BIOS see Intel R Rapid Start Technology Advanced Menu on page 5 9 2 Go the Windows control panel and double click Administrative Tools System and Security Computer Management Storage...

Page 215: ...mory Size Amount of Space to Shrink The figure entered in the Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB field above should be equal to the amount of system memory in your computer In the example above...

Page 216: ...Start Technology Driver 7 6 Click the Start menu and type CMD in the search box 7 Click CMD from the found list 8 Type DISKPART 9 At the DISKPART command type list disk Figure 7 64 Search for CMD Prom...

Page 217: ...re partition so refer to the results obtained from list disk for exact disk number 11 The message Disk is now the selected disk will appear 12 Type create partition primary 13 A DiskPart succeeded in...

Page 218: ...ail disk 15 Type select Volume is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from detail disk for the exact volume number 16 The message Volume is now the selected volume will appea...

Page 219: ...r 19 Close the CMD window 20 Go the Windows control panel and double click Administrative Tools System and Security Computer Management Storage Disk Management 21 The disk partition should read Health...

Page 220: ...Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive 2 Click Option Drivers button 3 Click 8 Install Rapid Start Driver Yes 4 Clic...

Page 221: ...ter resumes from Sleep mode make sure that Intel Smart Connect Technol ogy is enabled in the BIOS see Intel Smart Connect Technology Advanced Menu on page 5 8 Note that the applications need to be on...

Page 222: ...ard aircraft and make sure your wireless LAN module is off during air travel 4 In order to update any applications they will need to be on and running when the computer enters Sleep mode Wireless Devi...

Page 223: ...s allows you to set a time period during which the computer will update less often e g at night while you are asleep or whenever you are at work 7 Updates set during this time period will be performed...

Page 224: ...urchase option includes an Intel WLAN module with Intel s PROSet Wireless Con nection Utility in stalled Intel Smart Connect Technology will search for WiFi net works around you that you have previous...

Page 225: ...es make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface If all else fails talk to your service representative You should also make a record of what...

Page 226: ...no loose connections anywhere Power Savings Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Sleep mode by pressing the keys config ured in your Power Options see Power Saving States on page 3 6 the...

Page 227: ...ms to run at times when you are not using your computer You can use those that are provided free with your OS or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so Write down your passwords and keep th...

Page 228: ...w Viruses are often triggered from within e mail attachments so take care when opening any attached file You can configure most Anti Virus pro grams to check all e mail attachments Note You should als...

Page 229: ...looking at the computer s manual but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Always refer to the doc...

Page 230: ...ings The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found Example if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports and a number of programs running then it wil...

Page 231: ...mmediately turn it off then on again You are losing battery power too quickly The system is using too much power If your OS has a Power Options scheme see Power Plans on page 3 4 check its settings Yo...

Page 232: ...a power saving mode Toggle the sleep resume key combination Fn F4 see Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 The screen controls need to be adjusted Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn F...

Page 233: ...cleaner kit The CD DVD tray will not open when there is a disc in the tray The CD DVD is not correctly placed in the tray Gently try to remove the disc using the eject hole see Loading Discs on page 2...

Page 234: ...ate mode from the control panel The Wireless LAN or Bluetooth modules cannot be detected The modules are off Check the LED indicator and or function key indicator to see if the WLAN Bluetooth module i...

Page 235: ...ata transfer is not supported If you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device you will not be able to copy a file from the device to your computer until the file transfer pr...

Page 236: ...r Driver as appropriate for your operating system 2 Windows Vista will automatically configure the driver for you however Windows 7 requires further configuration 3 Make sure the Bluetooth device is p...

Page 237: ...heral Device and click on Update Driver Software 7 Click Browse my computer for driver software 8 Click Let Me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer Figure 8 2 Browse my computer Let me pi...

Page 238: ...Microsoft Corporation and do not choose Microsoft Note that you must have installed the Microsoft Windows Device Center Driver for Microsoft Corporation to appear in the list 12 Select Windows Mobile...

Page 239: ...5 The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile based device support under Bluetooth Radios 16 You will need to repeat the process for any other Bluetooth Peripheral Devices listed under Ot...

Page 240: ...Troubleshooting 8 16 8...

Page 241: ...Ports Jacks A 1 A Appendix A Interface Ports Jacks Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface ports jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devi...

Page 242: ...external monitor or Flat Panel Display to get dual video or simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor FPD HDMI Out Port The HDMI Out High Definition Multimedia Interface is an audio video c...

Page 243: ...or low speed peripherals such as keyboards mice or scanners and for high speed peripherals such as external HDDs digital video cameras or high speed scanners etc Devices can be plugged into the comput...

Page 244: ...Interface Ports Jacks A 4 A...

Page 245: ...rol Center gives quick access to frequently used controls power management features and enables you to quickly turn mod ules on off Click the Control Center icons to toggle the appropriate function or...

Page 246: ...s e g WLAN Bluetooth 3G or Camera screen brightness TouchPad power and Silent Mode You can click a Control Center icon to set an overall power mode and then click individual icons in the Control Cente...

Page 247: ...d Icon Power Plan Power Saver Balanced Power Saving Power Saving High Performance User Defined Power Conservation Mode Energy Star BIOS Default Energy Star Energy Star Performance Brightness 14 42 100...

Page 248: ...ination to turn off the LED backlight press any key to turn it on again Note that screen brightness is also effected by the Power Mode selected see Table B 1 on page B 3 Volume The Volume icon will sh...

Page 249: ...e Time Zone button will access the Date and Time Windows control panel Desktop Background Clicking the Desktop Background button will allow you to change the desktop background picture TouchPad PC Cam...

Page 250: ...Control Center B 6 B...

Page 251: ...ng the video driver go to the Display control panel to adjust the video settings to the highest resolution Dynamic Video Memory Technology Intel DVMT automatically and dynamically allocates as much up...

Page 252: ...esolution control panel in Windows 2 Click the Intel R tab and click Graphics Properties button OR 3 Right click the desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu OR 4 Double click the Intel R...

Page 253: ...justing the settings on the right Options Support Click Options Sup port and select an item from the sub menu to bring up the help and support topics You will need to be con nected to the Internet to...

Page 254: ...same view and may be configured independently Extended Desktop Both connected displays are treated as separate devices and act as a virtual desktop Function Key Combination You can use the Fn F7 key...

Page 255: ...2 Go to the Intel R G M control panel and click Display Multiple Displays 3 Click Operating Mode and select Clone Displays from the menu 4 Click Apply and OK to confirm the settings change 5 You can s...

Page 256: ...d Desktop You can have different Colors Screen Area and Monitor Refresh Rates for each display device provided your monitor can support them You can drag the moni tor icons to match the physical layou...

Page 257: ...m Resolution Monitor TV Settings to your preferences 3 Click Apply and OK to confirm the settings change 4 Click the Save button at the top of the General Settings Multiple Displays or Color Enhanceme...

Page 258: ...t on 2 Go to the Screen resolution control panel see Video Features on page 1 19 3 Click the Detect button 4 The computer will then detect any attached displays Function Key Combination You can use th...

Page 259: ...e Multiple Displays menu Duplicate these displays Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display s Extend these displays Treats both connected displays as separate devices Show d...

Page 260: ...ing a projector in Windows 7 1 Attach your external display to the appropriate port and turn it on 2 Press the P key combination 3 An on screen menu will pop up 4 Use the cursor keys or P to select th...

Page 261: ...oint to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click Sound Hardware and Sound and click Playback tab 3 Depending on your display the playback device may be selected however in some cases you may need to s...

Page 262: ...nfiguration B 5 Double click the connected HDMI device or right click and select Properties to adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs 6 Click OK to close the control panel see notes over...

Page 263: ...ideo Configuration 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port to your external display 2 Configure your external display as per the instructions in Attaching Other Displays on page C 5 3 Set up yo...

Page 264: ...Video Driver Controls C 14 C...

Page 265: ...tion The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press Certain items particularly processor types speeds and CD DVD device types may be changed updated or delayed du...

Page 266: ...A 14 0 35 56cm HD 1366 768 16 9 3 6mm thick Backlit Panel Model B 15 6 39 62cm HD 1366 768 FHD 1920 1080 16 9 3 8mm thick Backlit Panel Memory Dual Channel DDRIII DDR3 Two 204 Pin SO DIMM sockets supp...

Page 267: ...CIe USB Interfaces Slot 2 for Full Size Mini Card 3G Module with USB Interface OR Full Size Mini Card mSATA SSD with SATA Interface Communication Built In 10 100 1000Mb Base TX Ethernet LAN Intel Cent...

Page 268: ...I Flash ROM AMI BIOS Security Security Kensington Type Lock Slot BIOS Password Trusted Platform Module V1 2 Features Painted Style For some Model designs in this series Operating System Windows 7 with...