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

Drivers & Utilities4-104

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

BIOS Utilities5 - 2 The Power-On Self Test (POST)5The Power-On Self Test (POST)If you enable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen in the Setup Utility, eac

BIOS UtilitiesThe Power-On Self Test (POST) 5 - 35Failing the POSTErrors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-f

BIOS Utilities5 - 4 The Setup Utility5The Setup UtilityThe Aptio Setup Utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basicfeatures and s

BIOS UtilitiesThe Setup Utility 5 - 55Setup ScreensThe following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along thetop of the screen

BIOS Utilities5-6Main Menu5Main MenuSystem Time & Date (Main Menu)The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If yo

BIOS UtilitiesMain Menu 5 - 75SATA Port # (Main Menu)Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/HDD on the comput

BIOS Utilities5 - 8 Advanced Menu5Advanced MenuAdvanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)The sub-menu here allows you to adjust the Bluetooth Power Sett

BIOS UtilitiesAdvanced Menu 5 - 95Bluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)You can adjust the Bluetooth module power setti

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

BIOS Utilities5 - 10 Advanced Menu5SATA Mode (Advanced Menu)You can configure SATA (Serial ATA) control to operate in IDE (native/compati-ble), AHCI (

BIOS UtilitiesSecurity Menu 5 - 115Security MenuSet Supervisor Password (Security Menu)You can set a password for access to the Aptio Setup Utility. T

BIOS Utilities5 - 12 Security Menu5Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, thenpress Enter for the new password

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, then select theitem

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

BIOS Utilities5-165

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 ComputerOverview 6 - 36Upgrading the ProcessorIf you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast-er/ne

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

Upgrading The Computer6 - 4 Removing the Battery6Removing the BatteryIf you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reaso

Upgrading The ComputerRemoving the Component Bay Cover 6 - 56Removing the Component Bay Cover1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the

Upgrading The Computer6 - 6 Removing the Component Bay Cover6Replacing the Component Bay Cover1. Reinsert the component bay cover by placing it on the

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) 6 - 76Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)The hard disk Drive(s) can be taken out to accommodate up

Upgrading The Computer6 - 8 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)6Removing the Hard Disk from the Primary HDD Bay1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) 6 - 965. Slide the hard disk assembly forward, and remove the assembly from the computer.6. R

Upgrading The Computer6 - 10 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)6Removing the Hard Disk from the Secondary HDD Bay1. Turn off the computer, and turn it o

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) 6 - 1165. Remove screws & and separate the case bracket and the insulation plate .6.

Upgrading The Computer6 - 12 Removing the Optical Device Drive6Removing the Optical Device Drive 1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove

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

XIPrefaceGeneral Battery Precautions• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.•

Upgrading The Computer6 - 14 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM)61. Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery and component bay cov

Upgrading The ComputerUpgrading the System Memory (RAM) 6 - 1564. The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it.5. Pull the latches to release t

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ModulesOverview 7 - 17Chapter 7: ModulesOverviewThis chapter contains the information on the various modules (some of which areoptional) which may com

Modules7 - 2 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode7Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI ModeAHCI ModeAdvanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface spe

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 7 - 37RAID Level DescriptionRAID 0Identical drives reading and writing data in parallel to increase performan

Modules7 - 4 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode7Prepare the following before setting up your serial ATA hard disks in RAID mode:1. The Microsoft Window

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 7 - 57SATA RAID Setup Procedure (BIOS)1. Start-up your notebook computer and press <F2> to enter the BI

Modules7 - 6 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode7RAID Setup (Intel Matrix)1. As the computer starts up press Ctrl + i to enter RAID configuration menu.2

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 7 - 775. Press Enter and the system will select the physical disks to use (see sidebar for Recovery Level).6.

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

Modules7 - 8 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode712. Make sure the Windows 7 OS DVD is in the DVD drive. and as the computer starts up it will automatic

ModulesIntel Rapid Storage Technology 7 - 97Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyThe Intel Rapid Storage Technology application provides high-performanceSAT

Modules7 - 10 Intel Rapid Storage Technology7Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID SystemsIntel® Rapid Storage Technology application displays stat

ModulesIntel Rapid Storage Technology 7 - 117Intel® Rapid Storage Technology HelpIf a hard drive member of a RAID volume is reported as “Degraded” or

Modules7 - 12 Intel Rapid Storage Technology7RAID Volume Data Verification and RepairThe RAID volume data verification process identifies any inconsis

ModulesIntel Rapid Storage Technology 7 - 137Verifying and Repairing RAID Volume Data1. Before verifying the volume data you will need to initialize t

Modules7 - 14 Intel Rapid Storage Technology76. Click Advanced and click Verify, then click Verify (button) to begin the process.7. The completion per

ModulesPC Camera Module 7 - 157PC Camera ModuleBefore installing the driver, make sure the PC Camera is on. Use the Fn + F10 keycombination, or Contro

Modules7 - 16 PC Camera Module7PC Camera Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/DVD drive.2.

ModulesPC Camera Module 7 - 177PC Camera Audio SetupIf you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup theaudio recor

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

Modules7 - 18 PC Camera Module7Figure 7 - 7Audio Setup for PC CameraRight-click

ModulesPC Camera Module 7 - 197Camera ApplicationThe camera application is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and test-ing, and for capt

Modules7 - 20 PC Camera Module7Reducing Video File SizeNote that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of diskspace for

ModulesPC Camera Module 7 - 217Eliminating Screen FlickerIf you find that the video screen in the camera program is flickering, you can try toadjust t

Modules7 - 22 PC Camera Module7Taking Still PicturesThe camera application allows you to take still pictures.1. Run the camera application from the de

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 237Wireless LAN ModuleIf you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party Wireless LAN (or WLAN & Bluetoothcombo) module in

Modules7 - 24 Wireless LAN Module73rd Party WLAN Driver Installation (for WLAN Module)This information applies to 3rd party WLAN modules only. See ove

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 2573rd Party WLAN Driver Installation (for Combo Module)This information applies to 3rd party WLAN & Bluetooth comb

Modules7 - 26 Wireless LAN Module7Intel® WLAN Driver InstallationFor a standard Intel® WLAN driver installation and configuration choose the Typ-ical

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 277Custom Installation (for Intel® ProSet and/or Intel® MyWiFi Technology):Note that if you wish to install Intel® MyWi

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

Modules7 - 28 Wireless LAN Module7Figure 7 - 9Install Intel® MyWiFi Technology & Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 297Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows 7Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on.1. Click the taskbar wir

Modules7 - 30 Wireless LAN Module72. You may need to enter a security key for any access point to which you are trying to connect.3. Click to select a

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 3175. Click the taskbar icon to see any currently connected networks.6. To disconnect from the wireless network you c

Modules7 - 32 Wireless LAN Module7Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Intel® PROSet Wireless(For Intel® WLAN Modules Only) 1. Make sure the Wireles

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 3374. Click Connect to connect to the select WiFi network access point.5. If the access point is encrypted then you wil

Modules7 - 34 Wireless LAN Module7Intel® My WiFi Configuration(For Intel® WLAN Modules Only)Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) uses your WLAN to t

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 357Intel® My WiFi ConfigurationYou can configure the My WiFi settings as follows.1. Make sure the Wireless LAN module i

Modules7 - 36 Wireless LAN Module7Intel® My WiFi InterfaceFigure 7 - 16Intel® My WiFi Utility - InterfaceHelpYour ComputerConfiguration Options &W

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 377Intel® My WiFi HelpClick the Help icon in the dashboard to bring up the Help menu and select anditem from the Cont

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

Modules7 - 38 Wireless LAN Module7PreferencesClick the Options icon and select Preferences to configure the options.Figure 7 - 18Intel® My WiFi Util

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 397HotspotYou can turn the computer into a hotspot to allow other devices to connect to it (andany locally connected de

Modules7 - 40 Wireless LAN Module7Finding DevicesYou can find any Nearby Devices by clicking the Refresh button in the mainwindow. Click again at an

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 417Favorite DevicesThe Favorite Devices tab is where you keep devices to which you connect most of-ten, and this is par

Modules7 - 42 Wireless LAN Module7Connect to a Device1. Click the device you want to connect to, and click the connect icon .2. An invitation will be

ModulesWireless LAN Module 7 - 437Windows Mobility CenterThe Windows Mobility Center control panel provides an easy point of access forinformation on

Modules7 - 44 Intel® Wireless Display Application7Intel® Wireless Display ApplicationThe Intel® Wireless Display Application (requires Intel® Centrin

ModulesIntel® Wireless Display Application 7 - 457Intel® WiDi Application Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual dis

Modules7 - 46 Intel® Wireless Display Application7Intel® WiDi Application Configuration1. Click Start > All Programs > Intel Corporation > In

ModulesIntel® Wireless Display Application 7 - 4774. Click to select any detected adapters, and click Connect.5. The system will then prompt you to en

XVIPrefaceLightingProper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue.• Position the display to

Modules7 - 48 Intel® Wireless Display Application77. You will then be prompted to enter a name for the video adapter and click Continue.8. Click Finis

ModulesBluetooth Module 7 - 497Bluetooth ModuleIf your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetoothmodule (either Intel® or 3

Modules7 - 50 Bluetooth Module73rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver InstallationNote this driver is only required for the 3rd Party combo Bluetooth

ModulesBluetooth Module 7 - 517Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver InstallationNote this driver is required only for the Intel combo Bluetooth and WLAN modul

Modules7 - 52 Bluetooth Module7Standard Bluetooth Configuration in Windows 7For Intel and 3rd Party Driver Version 2 (Bluetooth V4.0) modules only.Set

ModulesBluetooth Module 7 - 537To Add a Bluetooth Device1. Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel and click Add a device.2. Double-click the devic

Modules7 - 54 Bluetooth Module74. Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and follow any on-screeninstructions to complete the pairing.5. Wi

ModulesBluetooth Module 7 - 557To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device1. Click the notification area icon and select Show Bluetooth Devices.2. Rig

Modules7 - 56 THX TruStudio Pro Audio7THX TruStudio Pro AudioNote that you will need to install the THX TruStudio audio application in order toget max

ModulesTHX TruStudio Pro Audio 7 - 577THX TruStudio Pro ActivationOn the first run of THX TruStudio Pro you will need to activate the application. 1.

XVIIPrefaceContentsNotice ...

Modules7 - 58 THX TruStudio Pro Audio7THX Control PanelEach control has an On/Off button to allow you to enable/disable the control, andmost controls

ModulesTHX TruStudio Pro Audio 7 - 597THX TruStudio Pro Headphone SettingsTHX TruStudio selects the built-in speakers by default and this setting may

Modules7 - 60 THX TruStudio Pro Audio7THX TruStudio Pro & HDMI1. When you connect an HDMI display to the HDMI-Out port, the THX Tru Studio Pro con

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver 7 - 617Intel® Rapid Storage Technology DriverInstall the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology to support your

Modules7 - 62 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver7Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology is an Intel® Rapid Storage Techn

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver 7 - 637Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology1. Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application fr

Modules7 - 64 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver75. Select the HDD (or RAID volume) to be accelerated (it is highly recommended that you accelerat

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver 7 - 6577. The page will refresh and report the new configuration in Acceleration.Figure 7 - 37Intel® Rap

Modules7 - 66 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver7Intel® Rapid Start Technology DriverIntel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernati

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 677Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration1. Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from t

XVIIIPrefaceLED Indicators ...

Modules7 - 68 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver74. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “E

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 6976. Click the Start menu and type “CMD” in the search box.7. Click CMD from the found list.8. Type “

Modules7 - 70 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver710. Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer t

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 71714. Type “detail disk”.15. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer t

Modules7 - 72 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver717. Type “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84).18. The message “DiskPart successfully set

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 7 - 737Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + Use

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

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

XIXPrefaceTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse ...

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• Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the sou

TroubleshootingProblems & Possible Solutions 8 - 78Problems & Possible SolutionsProblem Possible Cause - SolutionYou turned the power onbut it

Troubleshooting8 - 8 Problems & Possible Solutions8The computer feels toohot.Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the vents/fan intak

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

Troubleshooting8 - 10 Problems & Possible Solutions8The TouchPad doesn’twork.The Touchpad has been disabled. Press the Touchpad toggle (Fn + F1)

TroubleshootingProblems & Possible Solutions 8 - 118When a DVD is played inWindows Media Player/Media Center, the audiotrack in other languages(co

Troubleshooting8 - 12 Problems & Possible Solutions8The audio systemperformance is belowexpectation.You haven’t installed the THX TruStudio Audio

TroubleshootingProblems & Possible Solutions 8 - 138The Bluetooth moduleis experiencingproblems/ 2 Bluetoothadapters appear in theDevice Manager

XXPrefaceNew Battery ...

Troubleshooting8 - 14 Problems & Possible Solutions8I cannot obtain highspeed Bluetooth datatransfer.To obtain high speed Bluetooth data transfer

TroubleshootingBluetooth Connection Problems 8 - 158Bluetooth Connection ProblemsIf you are experiencing problems connecting to some Bluetooth devices

Troubleshooting8 - 16 Bluetooth Connection Problems86. Right-click Bluetooth Peripheral Device and click on Update Driver Software.7. Click Browse my

TroubleshootingBluetooth Connection Problems 8 - 17810. A list of drivers will appear with Manufacturer on one side and Model in the other. 11. Choose

Troubleshooting8 - 18 Bluetooth Connection Problems815. The Device Manager should now display the Windows Mobile-based device support under Bluetooth

TroubleshootingBluetooth Connection Problems 8 - 198Intel® WLAN & Bluetooth Combo ModulesNote that, at the time of going to press, Intel® Centrino

Troubleshooting8 - 20 Installing Windows 7 (pre Service Pack 1) for RAID Systems with Advanced Format 8Installing Windows 7 (pre Service Pack 1) for R

TroubleshootingInstalling Windows 7 (pre Service Pack 1) for RAID Systems with Advanced Format84. Press a key at system startup to begin installing Wi

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

XXIPrefaceUSB 3.0 ...

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A - 2 Interface (Ports & Jacks)APorts and JacksItem DescriptionCard Reader The card reader allows you to use the foll

Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 3AHDMI-Out Port The HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port is an audio/

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A - 4 Interface (Ports & Jacks)AUSB 2.0/1.1 PortsUSB 3.0 PortThese USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 compatible ports (U

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 ModesYou can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. Each powermo

Control CenterControl Center B - 3BTable B - 1- Power ModesModes Power Saving Flight Entertainment Quiet PerformanceUser DefinedIconPower Plan Power S

Control CenterB - 4 Control CenterBPower StatusThe Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapt

Control CenterControl Center B - 5BSleep Click the Sleep button to bring up the Hibernate or Sleep buttons, and click either button to have thecom

Control CenterB-6B

Video Driver ControlsVideo Driver Installation C - 1CAppendix C: Video Driver ControlsThe basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Vide

XXIIPrefaceBluetooth Power Setting (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) ...5-9Intel(R) Rapid Star

Video Driver ControlsC - 2 NVIDIA® Optimus™ TechnologyCNVIDIA® Optimus™ TechnologyMost notebook computers come with either a discrete or integrated gr

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA® Optimus™ Technology C - 3CHow Optimus Technology worksWhen the system is powered up and is displaying just the desktop, t

Video Driver ControlsC - 4 NVIDIA® Optimus™ TechnologyCGPU ButtonThis computer also features a button that allows the user to switch between Op-timu

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Graphics & Media Control Panel C - 5CIntel® Graphics & Media Control PanelAdvanced video configuration options are

Video Driver ControlsC - 6 Intel® Graphics & Media Control PanelCYou may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriat

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Graphics & Media Control Panel C - 7CDisplay Devices & OptionsNote that you can use an external display connected

Video Driver ControlsC - 8 Attaching Other DisplaysCAttaching Other DisplaysIf you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display, connect it to the ex

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays C - 9CTo Enable Extended Desktop:1. Attach your display to the external monitor port or HDMI-Out port, a

Video Driver ControlsC - 10 Attaching Other DisplaysCDisplay ProfilesYou can save display settings to be loaded at any time.1. Go to the Intel(R) G&am

Video Driver ControlsConfiguring an External Display in Windows 7 C - 11CConfiguring an External Display in Windows 7You can also use the Screen Resol

XXIIIPrefaceUpgrading the System Memory (RAM) ...6-13Mo

Video Driver ControlsC - 12 Configuring an External Display in Windows 7C5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu.• Duplicate

Video Driver ControlsConfiguring an External Display in Windows 7 C - 13CUsing the Windows Logo Key + P Key Combination to Switch DisplaysYou can al

Video Driver ControlsC - 14 NVIDIA Control PanelCNVIDIA Control PanelMore advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA ControlPanel

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA Control Panel C - 15CThe NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls andtools which allow quick

Video Driver ControlsC - 16 Optimus™ Customization OptionsCOptimus™ Customization OptionsOne of the most important aspects of Nvidia® Optimus™ technol

Video Driver ControlsOptimus™ Customization Options C - 17C3. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel.4. Find the executable file icon of the application you w

Video Driver ControlsC - 18 Optimus™ Customization OptionsCGlobal SettingsGlobal settings allows you to set the preferred graphics processor for overa

Video Driver ControlsOptimus™ Customization Options C - 19CProgram SettingsProgram settings allows you to make specific adjustments for installed appl

Video Driver ControlsC - 20 Set PhysX® ConfigurationCSet PhysX® ConfigurationNVIDIA® PhysX® is a physics engine that can use the GPU to accelerate gam

Video Driver ControlsVideo Settings C - 21CVideo SettingsClick the sub-menus under Video to adjust the video color or image settings.Figure C - 16Vide

XXIVPrefaceConnecting to a Wireless Network Using Intel® PROSet Wireless ...7-32Intel® My WiFi Co

Video Driver ControlsC - 22 HDMI Audio ConfigurationCHDMI Audio ConfigurationHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video

Video Driver ControlsHDMI Audio Configuration C - 23C5. Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs.6. Click OK to close the Sound control

Video Driver ControlsC - 24 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 at

SpecificationsD - 2 SpecificationsDProcessorIntel® Core i7-3820QM (2.7GHz)Quad-Core Mobile Processor8M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3-1600MHz, TD

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 3DIntel® Core i7-2640M (2.8GHz)Mobile Processor4M L3 Cache, 32nm (32 Nanometer), DDR3-1333MHz, TDP 35WIntel® Core i7-

SpecificationsD - 4 SpecificationsDVideo Adapter OptionsIntel® Integrated GPU and NVIDIA® GeForce Video:Supports NVIDIA® Optimus Switchable GPU Techno

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 5DSlotsMini-Card Slots for WLAN & Bluetooth Combo Half Mini-Card Module with PCIe and USB InterfaceCard ReaderEmb

SpecificationsD - 6 SpecificationsDEnvironmental SpecTemperatureOperating: 5°C - 35°CNon-Operating: -20°C - 60°CRelative HumidityOperating: 20% - 80%

XXVPrefaceTroubleshootingOverview ...

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XXVIIPrefaceSpecificationsProcessor ...

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

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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 7) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database progra

1 - 4 OverviewQuick Start Guide1System SoftwareYour computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where

System Startup 1 - 5Quick Start Guide1System Startup1. Remove all packing materials and place the computer on a stable surface.2. Securely attach any

1 - 6 System Map: LCD Panel OpenQuick Start Guide1System Map: LCD Panel OpenFigure 1 - 2LCD Panel Open1. Built-In PC Camera (Optional)2. LCD3. Power B

Quick Start GuideLED Indicators 1 - 71LED IndicatorsThe LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the com

Quick Start Guide1 - 8 LED Indicators1Table 1 - 2 - Top Case LED IndicatorsIcon Color DescriptionGreen UMA Mode Activated (GPU Button)Orange Optimus

Hot Key Buttons & Keyboard 1 - 9Quick Start Guide1Hot Key Buttons & KeyboardPress the hot key buttons on the computer to toggle the appropriat

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

1 - 10 KeyboardQuick Start Guide1KeyboardThe keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and features function keys to al-l

Quick Start GuideKeyboard 1 - 111Function Keys & Visual IndicatorsThe function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn

1 - 12 Control CenterQuick Start Guide1Control CenterPress the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon in the notification area of the ta

System Map: Front & Left Views 1 - 13Quick Start Guide1System Map: Front & Left ViewsFigure 1 - 4Front & Left Views1. LED Indicators2. Sec

1 - 14 System Map: Right & Rear ViewsQuick Start Guide1System Map: Right & Rear ViewsFigure 1 - 5Right & Rear Views1. Multi-In-1 Card Read

System Map: Bottom View 1 - 15Quick Start Guide1System Map: Bottom View Figure 1 - 6Bottom View1. Component Bay Cover2. Battery3. Primary HDD Bay4. Fa

1 - 16 System Map: Bottom ViewQuick Start Guide1Windows 7 Start Menu & Control PanelMost of the control panels, utilities and programs within Wind

Video Features 1 - 17Quick Start Guide1Video FeaturesNVIDIA® Optimus™ TechnologyNVIDIA® Optimus™ technology is a seamless technology designed to get b

1 - 18 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows:1. Click Start and click Control Panel.2. Cl

Video Features 1 - 19Quick Start Guide1To access the Intel(R) Graphics and Media Control Panel:1. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 8 on page 1 -

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 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:1. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 10)

Power Options 1 - 21Quick Start Guide1Power OptionsThe Power Options (Hardware and Sound menu) control panel icon in Windows (see page 1 - 15) allows

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Storage Devices, Audio & MouseOverview 2 - 12Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Audio & MouseOverviewRead this chapter to learn more about the follow

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive2Hard Disk DriveThe hard disk drive(s) is(are) used to store your data in the computer. The har

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseOptical Device 2 - 32Optical DeviceThere is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actu

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 4 Optical Device2Handling CDs or DVDsProper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Plea

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseOptical Device 2 - 52DVD Regional CodesTo change the DVD regional codes:1. Go to the Control Panel 2. Double-click D

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 6 Multi-in-1 Card Reader2Multi-in-1 Card ReaderThe card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital stor

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseAudio Features 2 - 72Audio FeaturesYou can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound controlpanel

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

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 8 Audio Features2Setup for Audio RecordingTo record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 92TouchPad and Buttons/MouseThe TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 10 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse2Elan TouchPadOnce you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “TouchPad” on page 4

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 112The Elan Smart-Pad control panel allows you to use a specific gesture (action) ont

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 12 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse2Click the Function Description button to get a detailed description of any func-

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 132One-FingerTappingThe Smart-Pad supports one, two and three finger tapping, all con

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 14 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse2Drag and DropYou can select the different drag and drop methods from the menu prov

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 152Multi-FingerZoomingPlace two fingers on the TouchPad (for best results use the tip

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 16 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse2RotationYou can rotate objects by using a two-finger gesture. Touch and rotate usi

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 172Fast KeysThe Fast Keys gesture allows you to switch windows or open My Computer.My

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

Storage Devices, Audio & Mouse2 - 18 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse2AdditionalPalm TrackingThis feature helps guard against accidental contact such as

Storage Devices, Audio & MouseTouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 192Slow MotionSlow Motion allows you to slow down the cursor movement for more precis

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

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 Power Plans3Power PlansThe computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. Youcan use (or modify) an exist

Power ManagementPower Plans 3 - 53Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma-chine in order to save power. This is

Power Management3 - 6 Power-Saving States3Power-Saving StatesYou can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart whereyou lef

Power ManagementPower-Saving States 3 - 73HibernateHibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and savesall of your inform

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

Power Management3 - 8 Configuring the Power Buttons3Configuring the Power ButtonsThe power/sleep button (Fn + F4 key combo) and closed lid may be set

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 93Resuming OperationYou can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button,o

Power Management3 - 10 Configuring the Power Buttons3Power Conservation ModesThis system supports Energy Star power management features that place com

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 113Battery InformationFollow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.Battery PowerYour

Power Management3 - 12 Battery Information3Conserving Battery Power•Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this ma

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 133Battery LifeBattery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the lifeand improve its

Power Management3 - 14 Battery Information3Proper handling of the Battery Pack• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances.• DO NOT e

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 153Battery FAQHow do I completely discharge the battery?Use the computer with battery power until it shuts dow

Power Management3 - 16 Battery Information33. Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 1734. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options.5. Choose the options below (click Yes

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

Power Management3 - 18 Battery Information3How do I fully charge the battery?When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator li

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

Drivers & Utilities4 - 2 Driver Installation4Driver InstallationInsert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manualdisc and click Install Dr

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 34Table 4 - 1 - Driver InstallationNote all drivers provided are for Windows 7 with Service Pack 1.Note

Drivers & Utilities4 - 4 Driver Installation4Manual Driver InstallationClick the Browse CD/DVD button in the Drivers In-staller application and br

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 54User Account ControlIf a User Account Control prompt appears as part ofthe driver installation proced

Drivers & Utilities4 - 6 Driver Installation4Driver Installation ProcedureInsert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manualdisc and click

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 74Card Reader1. Click 5.Install Cardreader Driver > Yes.2. Click Finish.TouchPad1. Click 6.Install T

Drivers & Utilities4 - 8 Driver Installation4Windows Experience IndexAfter Video (VGA) driver has been installed, and thesystem restarted, the OS

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 94Optional DriversSee the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 3 for the driver installation pro