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PRESTIGIO NOBILE 1522W

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2. Insert a small rod, such as a straightened paperclip, into the drive’s manual eject hole and push firmly to release the tray.
3. Pull the tray out until fully extended, and then remove the disc.

Display Problems

Nothing appears on the screen.

* During operation, the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management. Press any key to see if the
screen comes back.
* The brightness level might be too low. Increase brightness by pressing the Fn+F7 hot key.
* The display output might be set to an external device. To switch the display back to the LCD, press the Fn+F5 hot key
or change the display through the settings in Display Properties.

The characters on the screen are dim.

* Adjust the brightness and/or contrast.

Bad dots appear on the display at all times.

* A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology.
It is not regarded as a LCD defect.

The external monitor displays nothing.

* Make sure that the monitor is turned on.
* Make sure that the monitor’s signal cable is properly connected.
* Switch the display to the monitor by pressing the Fn+F5 hot key or change the display through the settings in Display
Properties.

The TV displays nothing.

* Make sure that the TV is turned on and switched to the video mode.
* Make sure that the TV’s signal cable is properly connected.
* Switch the display to the TV by changing the settings in Display Properties in Windows.

Simultaneous display/multi-display does not work.

* Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the computer.
* Press the Fn+F5 hot key to toggle through the display options or change the settings in Display Properties in
Windows.

ExpressCard Problems

The ExpressCard does not work.

* Make sure that the ExpressCard is correctly seated.
* If the card requires an IRQ (Interrupt ReQuest), make sure that there is one available.

The ExpressCard stops communicating properly.

* The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Standby mode. Exit and restart the
application.

Hardware Device Problems

The computer does not recognize a newly installed device.

* The device may not be correctly configured in the BIOS Setup program. Run the BIOS Setup program to identify the
new type.
* Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed. (Refer to the documentation that came with the device.)
* Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings. (Refer to the documentation that came with the device.)
* Check the cables or power cords for correct connections.
* For an external device that has its own power switch, make sure that the power is turned on.

Summary of Contents for Nobile 1522W

Page 1: ...E 1522W ENG Prestigio Nobile 1522W User s Manual June 2006 TRADEMARKS Allbrandandproductnamesaretrademarksorregisteredtrademarksoftheirrespectivecompanies NOTE Theinformationinthismanualissubjecttocha...

Page 2: ...ing the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation Unpacking Afterunpackingtheshippingcarton youshouldfindthesestandarditems Notebook...

Page 3: ...adapter or the computer When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord NOTE When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using...

Page 4: ...sshouldstart TurningOff To turn off the computer power use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left...

Page 5: ...ion 1 Combo Drive DVD Dual Accepts a compact disc CD for installing or loading software accessing data Drive Super Multi Drive and playing music video 2 USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB...

Page 6: ...SB device such as a flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more 4 KensingtonLock Locks the computer to a stationery object for security Front Components Ref Component Description 1 Top Cover L...

Page 7: ...cted 2 Hard Disk Drive CompartmentInside is the hard disk drive 3 Memory Slot Inside is the memory slot for expanding the memory size of your computer 4 Wireless LAN WLAN Inside is the mini PCI E slot...

Page 8: ...devices AC Battery Power indicator Lights blue when the computer is turned on Blinks blue when the computer is in the Standby mode Battery Charge indicator Lights red when the battery is being charge...

Page 9: ...agedevicesuchastheharddiskandCDdisc The computerwillautomaticallyloadtheOSafteryouturniton Thisprocessiscalledbooting NOTE An operating system is the platform for all your software application program...

Page 10: ...isabling Power Saving Mode 1 Press the power saving quick button to enter into power saving mode when using battery power Whileenteringintopowersavingmode thesystemwillturndownthepanelbacklightandsacr...

Page 11: ...functions The Backspace key moves the cursor left one space and deletes the character in that space Pressing Fn and this key toggles the Num Lock on and off When on Num Lock light on the Num Lock act...

Page 12: ...s any character typed will overwrite the text in the current cursor position Deletes the character to the right of the cursor and moves the following text left one space Numeric Keypad A15 keynumerick...

Page 13: ...andF12keysbyyourcomputer See HotKeys later in this chapter for information Fn Key TheFnkey atthelowerleftcornerofthekeyboard isusedwithanotherkeytoperformthealternativefunctionofa key Theletter Fn and...

Page 14: ...dry When tapping on the pad tap lightly Do not use excessive force The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of thepointeronthescre...

Page 15: ...e computer and it may not work for all applications TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be val...

Page 16: ...is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must b...

Page 17: ...ble computer option in the Power Options Properties Thus the computer does not enter the Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed Configuring the Display Modes NOTE When using an external CR...

Page 18: ...peratingsystemdocumentation or online help for specific information Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices NOTE After connecting...

Page 19: ...e S PDIF connector is classified as a Class 1 laser product When using the external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one Connecting a 6 channel Speaker System Your compute...

Page 20: ...sing the communication software you may have to disable power management Set the COM port of the modem to COM3 Set parameters such as modem speed baud rate and line type pulse dialing or tone dialing...

Page 21: ...5 2 1 54 36 18 9 Band GHz 5 15 5 35 2 412 2 462 2 4 ModulationTechnology OFDM Orthogonal DSSS Direct OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Sequence Spread Frequency Division Multiplexing Spectrum Multip...

Page 22: ...computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power Thischaptertellsyouhowyoucaneffectivelymanagepower Tomaintainoptimalbatteryperformance itisimportant thatyouusethebatteryint...

Page 23: ...battery s temperature is below 0o C 32o F or above 45o C 113o F The charging process will stop and the Battery Charge Indicator flashes red when the battery s temperature gets above 60o C 140o F If t...

Page 24: ...atterypack Checking the Battery Level NOTE Any battery level indication is an estimated result The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the com...

Page 25: ...on how you are using the computer Ifyouareusingtheaudiosubsystem ExpressCard hardorflashdisk thebatterymightrunoutofchargevery quickly Always respond to Battery Low by placing your computer on the Sta...

Page 26: ...When you close the cover subsection for more information When you press the power button DependsonyoursettingsinWindows Fordetailedinformationonpowermanagement seeWindows Help Hibernation NOTE Make s...

Page 27: ...external monitor 1 Makesurethatthecomputerisnotturnedon 2 Plug the monitor s D type signal connector to the computer sVGA port 3 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the...

Page 28: ...isplayPropertiesinWindows CAUTION As much as possible do not set the display to both LCD and TV This may cause unstable display on the LCD Do not disconnect the TV while the computer is in the Standby...

Page 29: ...es supportingspeedsofupto2 5Gbpsand480 Mbpsrespectively improvingspeedindatatransferwhileconservingpowerusage ExpressCard Type TheExpressCardslotcanaccommodatea54mm ExpressCard 54 or34mm ExpressCard 3...

Page 30: ...e of the unique features of your computer some operating systems require custom software knownasdrivers tobeinstalled IfyoupurchasedthecomputerwithWindowspre installed yourdealermayhavealreadyinstalle...

Page 31: ...if you do not have it on your computer You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open the manual file supplied on this driver CD 4 Allows you to view the User s Manual 5 Allows you to browse the contents of t...

Page 32: ...rk function NOTE The Windows Plug and Play capability may automatically detect the new device mini PCI E WLAN card and display the wizard requesting for drivers Click Cancel to bypass the wizard scree...

Page 33: ...nlight orheavydust Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer For example do not place the computer on a bed sofa rug orothersimilarsurface Otherwise overheatingmayoccurthatresults...

Page 34: ...thebatterypack storeitinacool dryplace Neverallowthetemperaturetoexceed60o C 140o F Do not leave the battery pack in storage for more than 6 months without recharging it When Traveling Beforetraveling...

Page 35: ...help Battery Problems Thebatterydoesnotcharge BatteryChargeindicatordoesnotlightred MakesurethattheACadapterisproperlyconnected Makesurethatthebatteryisnottoohotorcold Allowtimeforthebatterypacktoret...

Page 36: ...ysnothing MakesurethattheTVisturnedonandswitchedtothevideomode MakesurethattheTV ssignalcableisproperlyconnected SwitchthedisplaytotheTVbychangingthesettingsinDisplayPropertiesinWindows Simultaneousdi...

Page 37: ...akesurethatthemousecableisproperlyconnected Thetouchpaddoesnotwork orthepointerisdifficulttocontrolwiththetouchpad Makesurethatthetouchpadisclean LAN Problems I cannot access the network Makesurethatt...

Page 38: ...kesurethattheusernameorpasswordiscorrect You have moved out of range of the network Turnoffpowermanagement Modem Problems The modem does not work Makesurethatthemodemdriveriscorrectlyinstalled Makesur...

Page 39: ...trol Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems Whenyouturnonthecomputer itdoesnotrespondandthePowerIndicatordoesnotlightblue IfyouareusinganexternalACpower makesurethattheACadapterisc...

Page 40: ...eharddiskdrivein useindicator ifitflashesirregularly theprogrammaybeaccessingdataandpreventingyou from using the keyboard If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use the restart funct...

Page 41: ...DIF Line in Mic in Keyboard Standardkeys numerickeypad 12functionkeys aspecial Fn Function key and Windows keys Quick key Powersavinghotkey Pointing device PS 2 compatible touchpad with 2 buttons Stor...

Page 42: ...2W ENG Dimension WxDxH 359x255x25 34 mm Weight 2 9 kg Environment Temperature Operating 0o C 32o F to 35o C 95o F Storage 20o C 4o F to 60o C 140o F Humidity Operating 10 to 90 non condensing Storage...

Page 43: ...rinaparticularinstallation Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmfulinterference toradioortelevisionreception whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipmentoffandon theuserisencouraged to try to correct the interfer...

Page 44: ...moisture Disposal of Old Electrical Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems Thissymbolontheproductoronitspackagingindicatest...

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