Contents Introducing the Notebook Computer ............................................................................. 9 Taking Inventory......................................................................................................... 10 What’s in the Box?................................................................................................ 10 Software bundled on your computer..................................................................... 11 To buy accessories ................................................................................................
11 To find more information...................................................................................... 12 Identifying Parts of the Computer............................................................................... 13 Front View ............................................................................................................ 13 Bottom View......................................................................................................... 14 Back View.............................................................................................................
15 Status Lights.......................................................................................................... 16 Setting Up Your Computer......................................................................................... 18 Step 1 – Install the battery..................................................................................... 18 Step 2 – Connect ac power.................................................................................... 20 Step 3 – Turn on the computer.............................................................................. 21 Step 4 – Set up Windows ......................................................................................
22 Using Your Computer.................................................................................................... 23 Operating Your Computer .......................................................................................... 24 To start and stop the computer.............................................................................. 24 To reset the computer............................................................................................ 25 To use the pointing devices................................................................................... 26 To configure the pointing devices.........................................................................
27 To disable one pointing device ............................................................................. 27 To use the Fn hot keys .......................................................................................... 28 To use the Windows and Applications keys ......................................................... 29 To use the embedded keypad................................................................................ 29 To use the ALT GR key........................................................................................ 30 To adjust the display .............................................................................................
30 To adjust the volume............................................................................................. 31 Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC.................................................................. 32 Taking Care of Your Computer.................................................................................. 34 To protect your hard disk drive............................................................................. 34 To take care of your computer .............................................................................. 34 To safeguard your data..........................................................................................
35 To extend the life of the display............................................................................ 35 To get the most from your batteries ...................................................................... 35 To clean your computer ........................................................................................ 36 Securing Your Computer............................................................................................ 37 To set up password protection............................................................................... 37 To attach a security cable......................................................................................
38 To use the VirusScan utility.................................................................................. 39 Reference Guide 5