Everex Laptop Stepnote NC User Manual

Do it All with the Everex® StepNote® NC Series Notebook Computer.  
Preinstalled with Windows Vista™ Home Basic and running on the power  
of a VIA® C7 Processor, the latest PCs from Everex lets you create your  
own CDs and DVDs, surf the Internet or email friends and family, all  
on a 15.4” widescreen display.  
StepNote®  
NC Series  
Notebooks*  
15.4” WXGA  
Widescreen  
Display  
Windows Vista™  
Home Basic  
VIA® C7  
Processor  
Lithium-Ion  
Battery  
User Manual  
*Covers StepNote NC Series Notebooks  
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Copyright©2006  
All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan  
Notebook Computer User Guide  
Original Issue: 2006/11  
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer.  
Information in this manual has been carefully checked for its accuracy and is  
subject to change without notice.  
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or  
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,  
recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission.  
Trademarks  
Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the  
trademarks of their respective companies.  
Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows MCE, Windows Vista, and Windows  
Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
VIA C7TM-M is registered trademark of VIA Technologies, Inc.  
Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology.  
All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of their respective companies.  
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FCC Information to User  
Safety and Care Instructions  
No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you  
read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and  
your computer from possible harm.  
For Safety Regulation:  
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Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.  
For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or  
higher.  
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The Optical drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.  
Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter,  
or it may cause fire or explosion.  
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For the power supply of this equipment,  
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An approved power cord has to be used.  
Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support  
the total current load of all the connected devices.  
Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any  
external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).  
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Radio and television interference  
Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables  
with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception. If  
you use other cables, it may cause interference with radio and television  
reception.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class  
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
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instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more  
of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna  
Increase the separation between the device and receiver  
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.  
You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal  
Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004-  
000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing  
Office, Washington, DC20402  
Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without  
approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.  
FCC RF Exposure  
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:  
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any  
other antenna or transmitter.  
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for  
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated  
with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your  
body.  
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15.247 (b)(4), the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner  
that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in excess  
of the Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093)  
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance  
Statement  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirement of the Canadian  
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Shielded Cables Notice  
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded  
cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.  
Peripheral Devices Notice  
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to  
comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with  
non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception.  
Optical Disk Drive Notice  
The optical disk drive is Class 1 Laser Product.  
Caution  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may  
void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications  
Commission, to operate this computer.  
Use Conditions  
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
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(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
European Notice  
For the following equipment: Notebook PC  
Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the  
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member  
States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Lowvoltage  
Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive  
(93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive  
99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.  
The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the  
following European standards:  
EN 300 328-2 V.1.2.1 (2001-12)  
EN 301 489-1 V.1.3.1 (2001-09) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.1.1 (2000-09)  
EN 50371: 2002  
EN 55022: 2001  
EN 55024: 2001  
EN 60950: 2000  
EN 61000-3-2: 2000  
EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001  
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802.11b Restrictions:  
- European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW  
EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835GHz;  
- In France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465-2.4835GHz  
frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use."  
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About Your Notebook Computer  
Congratulation for having purchased your new Everex  
StepNote. This notebook incorporates the newest features to  
serve all your computing needs.  
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About Your User Guide  
Welcome to your Everex StepNote User Guide. This  
manual introduces you to the basic concepts of your new  
computer.  
This manual is divided into eight chapters.  
Chapter 1  
Chapter 2  
Chapter 3  
Chapter 4  
Chapter 5  
Chapter 6  
Chapter 7  
Chapter 8  
Introduction  
Getting Started  
Using Your Notebook Computer  
Multimedia Setup  
Connecting External devices  
System BIOS Setup  
Upgrade Options  
Care and Maintenance  
Appendix A System Specifications  
Appendix B System Recovery and Driver Installation  
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Table of Contents  
ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER.......................................... 8  
ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE................................................................. 9  
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INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 15  
1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT ............................................................. 16  
1.2 UNPACKING THE COMPUTER............................................... 18  
1.3 THE INSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK .......................................... 18  
Notebook Status Icons .................................................................. 21  
1.4 THE FRONT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK................................. 23  
1.5 THE REAR SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK................................... 23  
1.6 THE LEFT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK.................................... 25  
1.7 THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ................................. 26  
1.8 THE UNDERSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK................................. 27  
1.9 NOTEBOOK ACCESSORIES..................................................... 29  
1.10 NOTEBOOK OPTIONS .............................................................. 30  
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GETTING STARTED ...................................................................... 31  
2.1 USING THE BATTERY PACK.................................................. 32  
Extending Battery Life.................................................................. 34  
2.2 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE............................. 35  
2.3 STARTING YOUR COMPUTER ............................................... 36  
2.4 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS ............................... 37  
2.5 TURNING OFF YOUR COMPUTER......................................... 37  
USING YOUR NOTEBOOK........................................................... 39  
3.1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM.............................. 40  
3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS............. 40  
Basic Keyboard Functions............................................................ 42  
Cursor Control Keys..................................................................... 44  
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Screen Control Keys..................................................................... 44  
Windows Hot Keys........................................................................ 45  
Special Function Keys .................................................................. 45  
3.3 USING THE TOUCHPAD POINTING DEVICE......................... 46  
3.4 CONFIGURING YOUR SCREEN DISPLAY............................ 48  
Possible Display Configurations.................................................. 49  
ChangingtheDisplayPropertiesunderWindows.................................. 50  
3.5 KNOWING THE POWER SAVING FEATURES...................... 50  
3.6 WORKING WITH THE BUILT-IN HDD..................................... 51  
3.7 HOW TO ACCESS THE OPTICAL DRIVE .............................. 52  
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FUN WITH WINDOWS VISTA EXPERIENCE .......................... 55  
4.1 WHAT IS WINDOWS VISTA? .................................................. 56  
4.2 GET READY FOR WINDOWS VISTA ..................................... 56  
4.3 ENJOY YOUR MULTIMEDIA APPLICATION ....................... 59  
Internet Explorer .......................................................................... 59  
Windows Calendar ....................................................................... 59  
Windows Contacts ........................................................................ 60  
Windows Defender........................................................................ 61  
Windows DVD Maker................................................................... 62  
Windows Fax and Scan ................................................................ 63  
Windows Live Messenger Download............................................ 64  
Windows Mail............................................................................... 65  
Windows Media Center ................................................................ 66  
Windows Media Player................................................................. 67  
Windows Meeting Space............................................................... 67  
Windows Movie Maker................................................................. 68  
Windows Photo Gallery................................................................ 69  
Windows Update........................................................................... 70  
Windows Sidebar and Gadgets..................................................... 71  
Gaming ......................................................................................... 72  
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Windows Flip and Windows Flip 3D............................................ 73  
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CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS............................................. 75  
5.1 USING THE USB PORT ............................................................. 76  
5.2 USINGANEXTERNALMONITORPORT..................................... 77  
5.3 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM ............................ 78  
5.4 USING THE LAN PORT............................................................. 79  
5.5 USING THE WIRELESS LAN ................................................... 80  
5.6 USING THE MODEM PORT...................................................... 80  
CUSTOMIZING YOUR NOTEBOOK.............................................. 83  
6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM............................... 84  
6.2 USING THE MAIN MENU SETUP............................................ 86  
6.2.1 Internal HDD Sub-Menu................................................... 88  
6.2.2 Internal Optical Drive Sub-Menu....................................... 88  
6.3 USING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP ................................ 90  
6.4 SECURITY MENU SETUP......................................................... 92  
6.5 USING THE BOOT SETUP........................................................ 94  
6.6 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM ................................. 95  
6.7 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS................................................ 96  
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USING OPTIONS ............................................................................. 97  
SYSTEM UPGRADE............................................................................. 98  
7.1 MEMORY UPGRADE ................................................................ 98  
Installing Memory Module ........................................................... 99  
7.2 HARD DISK UPGRADE........................................................... 100  
7.3 WIRELESS MODULE INSTALLATION ................................ 102  
CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK............................................ 103  
8.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................... 104  
8.2 CLEANING YOUR COMPUTER............................................. 106  
8.3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY .................................... 107  
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8.4 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK...................................... 107  
8.5 BATTERY CARE GUIDELINES ............................................. 108  
8.6 WHEN YOU TRAVEL.............................................................. 109  
APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION...................................... 111  
SYSTEM SPECIFICATION................................................................ 112  
Processor Unit............................................................................ 112  
System Memory........................................................................... 112  
LCD Display............................................................................... 112  
VGA System ................................................................................ 112  
Storage........................................................................................ 113  
Audio System............................................................................... 113  
Touchpad .................................................................................... 113  
Keyboard .................................................................................... 113  
Flash BIOS ................................................................................. 114  
I/O Ports ..................................................................................... 114  
Wireless devices.......................................................................... 114  
AC/DC Power Supply Adapter ................................................... 114  
Battery ........................................................................................ 114  
Weight and Dimension................................................................ 114  
APPENDIX B SYSTEM RECOVERY AND DRIVER  
INSTALLATION................................................................................... 115  
B.1 SYSTEM RECOVERY.............................................................. 116  
Using Recovery Disk .................................................................. 116  
B.2 DEVICE DRIVERS INSTALLATION ..................................... 133  
Installing Windows Vista from Optical Disk Drive ....................... 133  
Installing the VGA Device Driver .............................................. 134  
Installing the Audio Device Driver............................................. 134  
Installing the Modem Device Driver .......................................... 135  
Installing the Wireless LAN Device Driver................................ 135  
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Installing the LAN Device Driver............................................... 136  
Installing the TouchPad Device Driver...................................... 136  
Technical Support....................................................................... 139  
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1 Introduction  
Your Everex Computer is a fully Windows®  
compatible portable computer. With the latest  
features in mobile computing and multimedia  
technology, this notebook is a natural choice for uses  
seeking portability and performance.  
Your Everex StepNote NC Series Notebook runs a  
wide variety of business, personal productivity,  
entertainment and professional applications and is  
ideal for use in the office, home and on the road.  
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1.1 Feature Highlight  
Before we identify each part of your Everex StepNote Notebook, we will first  
introduce you to other notable features of your computer.  
Processing Unit  
Your notebook runs on VIA C7TM -M microprocessor that is integrated  
with 128KB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and  
speed.  
Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating  
systems such as Windows Vista.  
Memory  
This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDRII SDRAM 200-  
pin SODIMM modules up to 4GB using 256MB, 512MB, 1024MB or 2048MB  
DDRII SDRAM modules.  
Wide Screen LCD Display  
Provides extraordinary 15.4"1280x800 (16:10) wide screen LCD display. It is  
the best choice for you to watch DVD movie.  
Wireless LAN  
IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI Module.  
Optical Disk Drive  
Provides the DVD/CD-RW Combo, Super Multi, or DVD Dual.  
USB 2.0  
Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission.  
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Graphic System  
VIA Chrome9TM HC IGP provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA  
VN896 chipset  
PCI Local Bus Architecture  
32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU  
and SATA hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA ATA-150 PIO Mode up  
to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme.  
Audio System  
Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster compatible.  
Flash BIOS  
Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix  
Flash utility program.  
Power and System Management  
Integrated SMM (System Management Mode) on system chipset that  
shuts down components not in use to reduce power consumption. To  
execute power management, you can set up the parameter in Power  
Options properties by pointing your mouse to Control Panel of Windows.  
Closing the Notebook computer (lowering the cover) allows you to  
suspend the system operation instantly and resume at the press of the  
power button.  
System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP  
Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer.  
1.2 Unpacking the Computer  
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Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping  
carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove  
the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the shipping carton should also  
contain the following items:  
1. ; The Notebook Computer  
2. ; An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord  
3. ; Li-Ion Battery Pack  
4. ; DVD with Recovery, AP, Driver Utility  
5. ; User Manual  
Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or  
damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, contact Everex (see Page  
139). Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to  
ship the computer or store for an extended period of time.  
1.3 The Inside of the Notebook  
The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look  
at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features.  
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1. Color Widescreen LCD Display  
3. Keyboard  
5. Power On/Resume Button  
2. Built-in Speaker  
4. Touchpad Pointing Device  
6. LED Indicators  
Color Widescreen LCD Display  
The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a  
comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 15.4” TFT color LCD with  
1280 x 800 (Wide XGA with ratio 16:10) resolution panels. The features of  
the Color LCD Display are summarized as follows:  
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TFT color LCD with Widescreen 15.4” 1280 x 800 (Wide XGA)  
resolution panels.  
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Capable of displaying 16M colors (32-bit true color)  
LCD display control hot-keys allow you to adjust the brightness of  
the LCD.  
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Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop  
computer monitor.  
Built-in Speaker  
Integrated mini speaker provides sound and audio output for your  
multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.  
Keyboard  
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Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 87 keys keyboard with  
Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 6 hot keys,  
inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control  
keys.  
Wide extra space below the keyboard panel for your wrist or palm to  
sit-on comfortably during typing.  
Touchpad Pointing Device  
Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons. The two  
select buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging  
functions. These buttons work like a standard computer mouse. Simply  
move your fingertip over the Touchpad to control the position of the  
cursor. Use the selection buttons below the Touchpad to select menu  
items.  
Power On/Resume Button  
Switches the computer power on and off, or resumes whenever it is in  
Suspend mode.  
LED Indicators  
Keeps you informed of your notebook computer’s current operating  
status. Description of the status icons appears in the latter part of this  
section.  
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NOTEBOOK STATUS ICONS  
The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power  
and operating status. Each LED is marked with an icon to designate the  
system status.  
1. Power Indicator  
3. Drive Access  
5. Caps Lock  
2. Battery Charging LED  
4. Wireless LAN Access  
6. Scroll Lock  
7. Num Lock  
Power Indicator  
Lets you know that power to the system is turned on. This LED is  
positioned so that you can see the power state whether the LCD panel is  
opened or closed.  
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Lights green when the system is powered on.  
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Lights green blinking when the system is in Standby mode.  
Lights yellow when the battery power is low.  
Lights orange when the battery power is critical low.  
Battery Charging LED  
Lights to indicate battery in charging status.  
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Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging.  
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When the light is off, it indicates the battery is fully charged or no  
battery installed.  
Drive Access  
When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk  
or Optical Disk Drive.  
Wireless LAN Access  
When LED turns on indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated.  
When LED lights off, it indicates that the function is disabled.  
Caps Lock  
When LED turns on indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is  
activated. When activated, all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase or  
capital letters.  
Scroll Lock  
When LED turns on indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is  
activated. The Scroll Lock key has different functions depending on the  
software you are using.  
Num Lock  
When LED turns on indicates that the Num Lock key on the keyboard is  
activated. When activated, the embedded numeric keypad will be enabled.  
1.4 The Front Side of the Notebook  
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1. Cover Switch  
Cover Switch  
The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right  
aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer.  
1.5 The Rear Side of the Notebook  
The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various  
devices. Each port is described in detail:  
1. USB 2.0 Ports  
USB 2.0 Ports  
2. VGA Port  
3.Kensington Lock Hole  
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0-  
compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your  
notebook computer.  
VGA Port  
Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display. You  
can run the LCD display and the external monitor simultaneously or  
switch it to monitor only using the display hot-key.  
Kensington Lock Hole  
Lets you attach a Kensington security system or a compatible lock to  
physically secure your notebook computer.  
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1.6 The Left Side of the Notebook  
The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the  
following figure.  
1. Modem Port  
Modem Port  
2. Optical Disk Drive  
A 56K internal fax/data modem is installed. It keeps you connected to the  
outside world through phone line.  
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For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or  
higher.  
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always  
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons,  
including the following:  
1.  
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash  
bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming  
pool.  
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2.  
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical  
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.  
3.  
4.  
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not  
dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for  
possible special disposal instructions.  
Optical Disk Drive  
Allows you to load and start programs from a compact disc (CD) or a  
digital video disc (DVD) and play conventional audio CDs. It also can  
make CD/DVD by using CD-R/RW or DVD-R/RW. (Burning DVD is  
only possible with models equipped with a DVD burner)  
1.7 The Right Side of the Notebook  
The right side of the notebook computer offers the features shown in the  
following figure.  
1. Microphone Jack  
3. USB 2.0 Port  
2. Headphone Jack  
4. Air-Outlet Vent  
6. LAN Port  
5. DC Power Port  
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Right Side Features  
Microphone Jack  
Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound  
recording directly into your notebook computer.  
Headphone Jack  
Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set  
with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening.  
USB 2.0 Port  
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0-  
compliant devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your  
notebook computer.  
Air-Outlet Vent  
Emits the heat out of your computer and keeps it within operating  
temperature.  
DC Power Port  
Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to  
your notebook and recharging the battery.  
LAN Port  
An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN module connects your  
computer to other computers/networks through a local area network  
(LAN).  
1.8 The Underside of the Notebook  
The bottom of the notebook computer offers the following features.  
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1. Hard Disk Compartment  
3. Battery Bay  
5. Memory Compartment  
2. Battery Lock Latch  
4. Wireless LAN Compartment  
6. Battery Release Latch  
Bottom of the System  
Hard Disk Compartment  
Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk  
Drive. Please refer to Chapter 7 for how to replace it.  
Battery Lock Latch  
Push the latch to the right side to lock and secure the battery. This action  
is available to release the battery when the battery lock latch has located to  
unlock status at the left side.  
Battery Bay  
Equipped with a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.  
Wireless LAN Compartment  
This compartment is for installing Wireless LAN module to enable the  
Wireless LAN function.  
Memory Compartment  
There are two SO-DIMM memory slots in the bottom side.  
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Battery Release Latch  
To release the battery, first make sure the computer is turned off,  
unplugged from power source. Locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left  
side in unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end  
to remove the battery pack.  
1.9 Notebook Accessories  
AC Adapter  
The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and  
charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an auto-  
switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.  
Change the power cord if you are going to use your notebook in countries with  
different connector outlets.  
When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the  
notebook computer is powered on.  
Battery Pack  
Aside from the AC adapter, your computer can also be powered through the  
internal battery pack. The battery pack uses rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)  
battery cells that provide long computing hours when fully charged and power  
management enabled. You should always leave the battery inside your  
computer even when using the AC adapter as it also acts as a back-up power  
supply in case power from the AC adapter is cut off. It is also very important  
to have the battery pack always charged to prevent battery cell degradation.  
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1.10 Notebook Options  
DVD/CD-RW Combo Device Pack  
This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the  
data and also can read DVD/CD title.  
DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack  
This device pack combines following two standard packs. Using the suitable  
media, you can make any format of CD or DVD as you want.  
DVD-RW combo:  
This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD-R or DVD-RW  
media and also can read DVD/CD title. This media is commonly used on  
DVD video player.  
DVD+RW combo:  
This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD+R or  
DVD+RW media for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title.  
This media is commonly used on newer DVD video player.  
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2 Getting Started  
Your Notebook is designed and pre-configured for  
easy setup and use. This chapter describes the  
installation steps you should follow to get the  
notebook up and running as quickly as possible.  
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2.1 Using the Battery Pack  
The notebook is designed to operate with one of the following power sources:  
With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet.  
With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack.  
You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery  
pack only when AC power is unavailable.  
Before you use your notebook computer, install and recharge the battery pack  
first. The rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack allows you to operate the notebook  
without an external power source. When you connect the AC power adapter,  
the battery immediately starts to recharge. For maximum battery performance,  
fully discharge the battery before recharging it the first time. To do so, unplug  
the AC adapter, turn off power management features (through Setup and  
Windows), and turn on the system. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in  
the AC adapter and recharge the battery.  
If you do not discharge the battery completely, it may fail to accept a full  
recharge.  
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Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter, or it  
may cause fire or explosion.  
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Installing the Battery Pack  
This notebook provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack  
into your computer. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment,  
insert and push the battery pack.  
Removing the Battery Pack  
To remove the battery pack, make sure the computer is turned off, unplugged  
from power source. Slide the lock latch to the end of left side to unlock the  
battery lock latch (1), then slide the battery release latch to the end of right side  
to release the battery latch (2), and take out the battery pack with your finger  
(3) simultaneously.  
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Replacing the Battery Pack  
When your notebook estimates that the battery only has enough charge to  
continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If  
you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, the hard disk  
drives, and optical disk drive, your notebook might run out of charge much  
sooner than you expect. You should always respond to the battery low  
indication by connecting to AC power or turning off your notebook, or  
suspending your notebook to disk. If you do not do so, the notebook will  
automatically suspend to disk and turn off. The contents of the memory will  
store in the hard disk drive. You will be unable to restart the notebook until  
you have connected to the AC adapter or installed a charged battery. To  
replace the battery pack, refer to the previous sections on "Installing the  
Battery Pack" and "Removing the Battery Pack."  
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For Window Vista32, the suspend mode (Hibernate or Standby) can be  
chosen by clicking right mouse-button at Windows Desktop; when pop-up  
box appears, choose “Personalize” option in this box and select “Screen  
Saver” to appear “Screen Saver Setting” box; then click “Change Power  
Setting” and select “Balanced” to setup this mode.  
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Be sure to save your data before replacing the battery pack or connecting  
the AC adapter. Failure to do so can result in data loss.  
EXTENDING BATTERY LIFE  
It is important to be aware of the simple things for extending the life of the  
system main battery while you are on the road. You should find a working  
place where the external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen  
brightness. Also, you can choose the available mode on the Power  
Management item of the Control Panel in Windows.  
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2.2 Connecting the AC Power Source  
The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges  
the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto-  
switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.  
To connect the power adapter:  
1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter.  
2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet.  
3. Plug the connector of the AC adapter to the DC-IN port found at the left  
side of the computer.  
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Whenever possible, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter connected  
to the notebook and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous  
power supply and prevents any data loss incurring from sudden power  
breakdown.  
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y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to  
be used.  
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Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support  
the total current load of all the connected devices.  
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Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any  
external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter).  
2.3 Starting Your Computer  
The Power/Resume button is found on the top of the base unit. Press the  
Power/Resume button to start your computer and check that if the Power  
LED turns on.  
After a few seconds, the computer’s display will turn on and your computer  
will begin to execute the Power On Self Test or POST to check if all system  
components are running properly. Any error found during the test will be  
displayed on the screen and may generate short beep sound as well.  
After the test, the screen will also display a message "press <F2> to enter  
SETUP". You don’t need to run this program at the moment as your dealer  
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already made the necessary settings for your computer optimal operation. Refer  
to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later.  
After the test has completed, your computer will start to search and boot up  
the operating system from your hard drive. The notebook computer normally  
comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive.  
2.4 Adjusting the Display Controls  
The LCD brightness adjustment is controlled by <Fn> +<F8> and <Fn> +  
<F9> keys respectively. You need to press these hot-key controls after  
powering on your notebook to suit your viewing pleasure.  
The Brightness hot-key control adjusts the brightness on the LCD. The  
brightness hot-key control will not set the LCD completely dark or bright; it  
provides sufficient lighting to the LCD to match the external lighting of the  
surrounding. The brighter the room, the more you need to increase the  
brightness of the LCD.  
2.5 Turning off Your Computer  
If you are not going to use the computer for a while, it is best to turn off the  
power of the computer. Before turning off the power, you need to first close all  
application programs and shut down the operating system.  
After turning off the computer, make it a habit to leave the LCD panel open  
for a while whenever used for an extended period of time. This allows the  
inside parts of the computer to cool off. Closing the panel will force the heat  
up against the LCD screen, which may degrade the LCD when done regularly.  
More importantly, never close the LCD panel for a long period of time when  
computer is on and power saving features are disabled.  
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3 Using Your Notebook  
his chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the  
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Everex StepNote. If you are unfamiliar with personal  
computers or the Microsoft® Windows® operating  
system, in addition to this chapter, we recommend reading  
the Windows® Help and Support page located on your  
computer.  
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3.1 Starting Your Operating System  
The operating system is the software foundation for your computer. It is the  
platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most  
popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®. The StepNote  
computer comes with an operating system pre-installed and needs only to be  
setup and configured during initial use.  
3.2 Understanding the Keyboard  
Functions  
Your notebook computer is equipped with an 87 keys keyboard that provides  
all the functionality of a full-sized 101 or 102-key keyboard. Aside from the  
standard typewriter-layout keyboard of your computer, there are a number of  
extra features and function controls on the built-in keyboard including  
Windows system hot keys.  
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1. Function Keys  
2. Control Keys  
3. Windows Start Menu Key  
5. Windows Shortcut Key  
4. Control Keys  
6. Cursor Control Keys  
Keyboard  
Key features and operations are described below:  
Function Keys  
Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on  
the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special  
functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with  
dual functions.  
Control keys Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in conjunction  
with other keys to change their functions. To use control keys, press and  
hold the control key while pressing another key. For example, "Press Ctrl-  
C" means to hold down the Ctrl key and type the letter C. Key  
combinations work especially to the application you are running.  
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Windows keys  
Use the following two keys to facilitate your work:  
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Start Menu key  
Displays the Start menu.  
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Shortcut/Application key  
Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right  
mouse button.  
Cursor Control keys  
Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you  
want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar  
depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text  
typed is inserted.  
Typewriter keys  
Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and  
characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when  
combined with control keys.  
BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS  
Keypad  
Function Description  
<Enter> key. Execute a command. Within many  
text editing application programs, the <Enter> key  
inserts a hard carriage return, just like what ordinary  
typewriter does.  
<Esc> key. Press this key to cancel or escape from a  
command or function.  
<Ins> key. Known as the Insert key. Press this key  
to toggle the keyboard data entry from insert to type  
over mode.  
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Keypad  
Function Description  
<PrtScr> key. Known as the Print Screen key. Press  
this key to map the whole screen to share memory for  
your specific usage.  
<Del> key. Known as the Delete key. Press this key  
to delete the character to the right of the cursor, or  
delete marked texts or items.  
<Pause> key. Press this key to temporarily halt  
execution of a command. Pressing any other key to  
resume execution of a command.  
<Backspace> key. Press this key to delete the  
character to the left of the cursor.  
<Shift> key. Press this key in combination with  
alphabet letters to produce uppercase letters in  
typing. Use this key in combination with those two-  
character keys (found on the second row of the  
keyboard) to produce the upper marked keys. Also  
used in most application program in combination  
with other keys to execute a certain command.  
<Tab> key. Press this key to move the cursor to the  
next tab stop on the right. This key works much the  
same as in ordinary typewriter.  
<Ctrl> key. Known as the Control key. Used in  
most application program in combination with other  
keys to execute a certain command.  
<Alt> key. Known as the Alternate key. Used in  
most application program in combination with other  
keys to execute a certain command.  
<Fn> + <Num Lock> key. Activates the  
embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are  
color coded blue.  
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<Caps Lock> key. Used in most application  
program to always activate uppercase alphabet  
characters.  
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Keypad  
Function Description  
<Fn> + <Scroll Lock> key. Used in most  
application program to scroll the screen without  
having to move the cursor.  
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CURSOR CONTROL KEYS  
Keypad  
Function Description  
Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a  
time.  
Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one  
line at a time.  
Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one  
space at a time.  
Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right  
one space at a time.  
SCREEN CONTROL KEYS  
Keypad  
Function Description  
<Home> key. Moves the cursor to the  
beginning of a screen or line.  
<PgUp> key. Moves the cursor up one  
screen at a time  
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Keypad  
Function Description  
<PgDn> key. Moves the cursor down one  
screen at a time  
<End> key. Moves the cursor to the end of a  
screen or line.  
WINDOWS HOT KEYS  
Keypad  
Function Description  
<Start> key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu.  
<Right Click> key. Performs a mouse right-click  
function for Windows system.  
SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS  
The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual  
functions. When pressed in conjunction with the <Fn> key, these keys set  
specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as "hot keys".  
Keypad  
Function Description  
Switches display between LCD, CRT, or  
LCD and CRT simultaneously.  
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Keypad  
Function Description  
To shut down or resume the built-in  
system speaker volume.  
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Increases the brightness of LCD display  
incrementally.  
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Decreases the brightness of LCD display  
incrementally.  
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Decreases the audio volume of the  
notebook incrementally.  
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Increases the audio volume of the  
notebook incrementally.  
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3.3 Using the Touchpad Pointing Device  
Your computer comes with a built-in Touchpad pointing device that is found  
on the center of the palm-rest surface.  
The Touchpad offers a number of options that let you customize how it  
functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click  
on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the  
cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button  
orientation.  
The Touchpad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under  
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Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver  
that is compatible with the Touchpad device and is normally used under  
Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added  
features of the Touchpad, you may want to try installing its own device driver  
that comes with added utilities for enhancing the function of the device. You  
can find the Touchpad utilities on the Everex website.  
1. Left Selection Button  
3. Touchpad  
2. Right Selection Button  
Touchpad Features  
Here how to use the Touchpad pointing device:  
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1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display  
screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor  
pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift  
your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad.  
2. To select an item, click on the item by pressing the left button control or  
by simply tapping on the surface once. A light, quick tap always works  
best. To execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick double  
tap on the surface.  
3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or  
selection), use the tap-and-drag gesture. This feels much like a double-  
click, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap,  
lift, tap, hold and move. The simulated button remains held as long as the  
finger remains on the pad.  
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Avoid spilling any liquid on the Touchpad surface and always keep the  
Touchpad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built-up. Also do not  
expose Touchpad to any magnetic source object.  
3.4 Configuring Your Screen Display  
The VGA display function of your notebook is based on a high performance  
AGP local bus controller and is fully VGA compatible. This controller offers a  
large set of extended functions and higher resolutions especially useful when  
you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT or  
LCD.  
Please Refer to Section 5 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter  
2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver  
under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the  
display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel. This  
notebook computer model provides Wide screen 15.4” 1280x800 (Wide XGA)  
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resolution panels. You would also probably want to set the amount of color  
output to display sharper images and photos.  
POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS  
The table below shows you the possible display resolution you can set when  
using either the LCD display or the external monitor (CRT):  
Display  
Possible Resolution  
Maximum Colors  
16 million colors  
Widescreen  
1280x800  
15.4” WXGA LCD  
CRT Only  
(Maximum Resolution)  
640x480  
16 million colors  
16 million colors  
16 million colors  
16 million colors  
16 million colors  
800x600  
1024x768  
1152x768  
1280x1024  
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65,536 or 64K colors is also equivalent to 16-bit high color while 16 million  
or 16M colors is equivalent to 32-bit true color.  
You can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to switch the display between LCD  
only, CRT only, or both LCD and CRT display.  
CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER  
WINDOWS  
To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just  
right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel  
and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on  
your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make  
sure to follow the configuration table above.  
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If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver  
first as mentioned on Section 5 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of  
Chapter 2 in this manual. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows VGA  
driver.  
3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features  
Aside from its superior performance, one of the great features in your  
notebook computer is the ability to conserve power. Your computer is  
designed to incorporate intelligent and advanced power management functions  
that turn off power of most components when system is idle or not in use.  
This feature not only gives you longer battery life but also cools the systems  
and components as well.  
The definitions of Standby Mode, Hibernation Mode, and Shutdown are  
depicted as follows:  
Standby Mode  
Standby Mode is mainly for power saving. When the Standby Mode is  
activated, your display and hard drive are shut down and all open applications  
and documents are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). This allows  
your notebook to wake up quickly, but a low level of power is required to  
maintain this suspended state. How quickly your system powers down into  
Standby mode is up to you by setting proper times in Power Options of  
Control Panel in Window. While the notebook is in Standby mode, the LED of  
power indicator flashes. To resume your working again, you can press the  
power button to return your work to the screen where you left off.  
Hibernation Mode  
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In Hibernation mode, all system devices are powered down and the contents of  
RAM are stored on your hard drive. Hibernate mode uses less power than  
Standby mode, but takes a bit longer time to resume. When your notebook  
goes into hibernation, Windows saves your entire desktop state before  
powering down your computer. You don’t need to save and close each  
document before you put your notebook into hibernation. When you press  
power button again, system will bring your notebook out of hibernation. You'll  
find your applications and documents open on your desktop exactly as you left  
them.  
Shutdown  
All power has been turned off from the notebook. This means that no power  
including external AC power source and battery power source will be consume  
by the notebook.  
3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD  
Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch  
hard disk drive where you store and run your computer’s operating system and  
application software programs.  
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If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact Everex (see page 135) for  
more information about upgrading your computer.  
3.7 How to Access the Optical Drive  
Your system ships with an optical disk drive installed on the left side of your  
computer. You would normally use the drive for installing operating system  
and software application programs.  
To insert and remove a disc on the drive:  
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1. Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the eject button found on the  
door cover of the combo drive. The DVD/CD tray mechanism will pop-  
out slightly and slowly pull out the whole length of the tray.  
2. Place the disc on top of the DVD/CD tray with the label side facing up.  
Gently press the compact disc onto the center spindle to secure the disc.  
3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from  
the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock.  
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If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the  
Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the  
reader.  
4. To close the optical drive, simply push the CD tray inside. The optical  
drive LED will activate when the disc is detected. Wait until the LED has  
turned off and then start to read the disc.  
How to care the Optical Disks (CDs, DVDs, etc.)  
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When you handle CDs and DVDs, pay attention to the following guidelines:  
Always pick up the disk by its edges.  
Avoid scratching or soiling either side of the disk.  
Do not write with the hard ball-point pen or apply labels on either side of  
the disk.  
Keep the disk away from direct sunlight or high temperatures.  
Clean fingerprints or dust from the disk by wiping it with a soft cloth.  
The above points also apply to other optical storage media.  
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The optical drive is a Class 1 Laser Product.  
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4 Fun with Windows Vista  
Experience  
his notebook integrated in a highly compact platform is designed for digital  
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entertainment. With Windows Vista, it offers a breakthrough user experience and  
is designed to help you feel confident in your ability to view, find, and organize  
information and to control your computing experience. It simplifies our digital life  
in taking charge of media, share moves, TV, photos, and music with your friends  
and family.  
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4.1 What is Windows Vista?  
Windows Vista is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in  
entertainment on your notebook.  
The visual sophistication of Windows Vista helps streamline your computing  
experience by refining common window elements so you can better focus on  
the content on the screen rather than on how to access it.  
With Windows Vista, you can store, share and enjoy all of your photos, all of  
your music, all of your home video and even recorded TV. It’s all contained in  
one control system. That is as easy to use with a great new user-friendly  
interface.  
4.2 Get Ready for Windows Vista  
Windows Vista is designed to help make you more productive as you work with your PC  
throughout the day with new features.  
Starting the Windows Vista  
When you start using Windows Vista, you will recognize familiar elements such as the Start  
menu, which is now faster, more streamlined, and more helpful than in previous versions of  
Windows. More than that, the new start menu makes it very easy for you to navigate across  
all of the installed applications on your PC. Eliminating the slow performing, cascading "All  
Programs" view, the new start menu can help you get something started more quickly than  
ever.  
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About the entertainment  
To recall all default multimedia applications, click on “All Programs” located  
on the left corner on the desktop, the “All Programs” will be changed to  
“Back” as shown in the following figure.  
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It now becomes more easy to execute various application with just click on it.  
Instant Search  
The Start menu features integrated desktop search through a new feature called Instant  
Search which can help you find and launch almost anything on your PC. Just type in a word,  
a name, or a phrase, and Instant Search can find the right file for you.  
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Use Instant Search to quickly find the information you need.  
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4.3 Enjoy Your Multimedia Application  
INTERNET EXPLORER  
Windows Vista enhances the Internet Explorer experience in finding and  
displaying information, and Web sites on the Internet.  
The upcoming release of Internet Explorer 7 not only adds important new security and  
privacy features, but makes everyday tasks easier through features such as tabbed browsing,  
inline search, and shrink-to-fit printing  
WINDOWS CALENDAR  
Windows Calendar helps you in management appointments and tasks by  
creating personal calendar, publishing them, and subscribe to other users  
calendars.  
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Windows Calendar is a flexible, easy-to-use calendar built directly into the Windows Vista  
operating system. It lets you plan and manage all of your activities and coordinate your  
schedule with others. It also lets you create a personal task list and receive automatic  
notifications and reminders about specific tasks and upcoming appointments.  
Windows Calendar has a broad range of features to help you manage your personal schedule  
WINDOWS CONTACTS  
Windows Contacts can store e-mail addresses and other information about  
people and organizations.  
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Microsoft Windows Vista provides a new mechanism and user interface for  
storing and retrieving information about people (contacts) who are important  
to the users of Microsoft Outlook and Windows Mail (formerly Outlook  
Express).  
WINDOWS DEFENDER  
Windows Defender is enable to protect the computer from spyware and other  
potentially unwanted software.  
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Windows Defender helps protect computers against pop-ups, slow performance, and security  
threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. Applications can check and change  
its status.  
WINDOWS DVD MAKER  
Windows DVD maker helps you burn pictures and video to DVD..  
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Windows DVD maker lets you create a DVD quickly, complete with professional-looking  
menus, a scene selection page so viewers can easily find what they are looking for, and even  
slide shows using your favorite songs as a soundtrack.  
WINDOWS FAX AND SCAN  
Windows Fax and Scan help you send and receive faxes or scan pictures and  
documents.  
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Faxing and scanning functions come together in Windows Vista through Windows Fax and  
Scan. Sending and receiving faxes through your PC is now as simple as performing the same  
tasks on a fax machine, especially for digital document  
WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER DOWNLOAD  
Windows Live Messenger Download can connect and share message instantly  
on the world’s favorite IM service..  
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Windows Live Messenger is the next-generation MSN Messenger. It has  
everything you already love about Messenger, and much more.  
WINDOWS MAIL  
Windows Mail can send and receive e-mail and newsgroup messages.  
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Windows Mail is designed to help you prevent emerged some annoyances and  
risks that have grown over the years, that enables your e-mail experience is as  
productive and fun as possible. Windows Mail includes features that help you  
reduce the risks, while enjoying the many benefits, of e-mail  
WINDOWS MEDIA CENTER  
Windows Media Center lets you opens your home entertainment option for  
digital and on-demand media, including TV, Movies, music and pictures.  
It is enable to make you enjoy all your favorite digital entertainment—  
including live and recorded TV, movies, music, and pictures—in one place  
with the easy-to-use Windows Media Center menu system and remote control.  
Windows Media Center in Windows Vista includes enhancements for  
expanded support of digital and high-definition cable TV, an improved menu  
system, and the ability to create a consumer-electronics-quality living-room  
experience, as well as new options for multi-room access to your entertainment  
through Media Center Extenders.  
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WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER  
Windows Media Player can play digital media including music, video, CDs and  
DVDs.  
Windows Media Player gives you an easier way to enjoy and manage your digital music, video,  
and pictures on your PC. See things the way you want to see them, by CD cover art or in lists.  
Connect to networked media devices around your home or seamlessly sync up with your  
portable digital media player to enjoy all your entertainment wherever you are. Sporting an  
improved look and feel, Windows Media Player delivers a high-quality audio and visual  
experience both on the computer and around your home  
WINDOWS MEETING SPACE  
Windows Meeting Space lets you share files, a program, or your laptop anytime  
and anywhere.  
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Windows Meeting Space gives you the ability to share documents, programs, or  
your desktop with other people. Some advantages are: you can share your  
desktop or any program with other meeting participants; you and other  
meeting participants can distribute and co-edit documents; you can pass notes  
to other participants; you can connect to a network projector to give a  
presentation.  
WINDOWS MOVIE MAKER  
Windows Movie Maker helps you make your own movie using videos, digital  
pictures and movies.  
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With Windows Movie Maker, you can quickly and easily import, edit, and  
organize all of your digital home videos. New tools, such as new effects and  
transitions, and improved graphics performance help you manage and edit  
your home videos. You can include photos along with video when you create a  
movie, and even add narration and soundtracks. Once your movies are just the  
way you want them, you can easily burn them to DVD or share them with  
others through the Internet  
WINDOWS PHOTO GALLERY  
Windows Photo Gallery lets you view , edit, organize, and share your photos  
and videos.  
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Windows Photo Gallery in Windows Vista gives you the tools you need to easily organize,  
find, and view your photos and videos. You can edit, print, and share your photos from  
within Windows Photo Gallery, as well as transfer photos from your camera to your  
computer with a simple import process  
WINDOWS UPDATE  
Windows Update delivers software updates and drivers, and provide automatic  
updating options.  
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Windows Update keeps your computer up to date and more secure by  
automatically providing software updates to Microsoft Windows Vista.  
Updates can include upgrades to Windows Vista features, updates that improve  
reliability and performance, and updates that provide new security protections  
against malware and other potentially unwanted software.  
Windows Update makes updating easy and minimizes disruption to your work.  
It's easy to start updating—when you set up Windows Vista, you can set  
options that enable Windows Update to automatically download and install  
updates for you—so you can "set it and forget it  
WINDOWS SIDEBAR AND GADGETS  
As you use your computer to access more information, perform more tasks,  
and interact with more software applications, you increasingly face information  
overload. You open a web browser just to check the weather, open an  
application to view your calendar, and open a calculator program to simply add  
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numbers. You need simple, specialized, and lightweight mini-applications that  
put information and tasks at your fingertips—no matter what you're doing.  
Windows Sidebar boosts your personal productivity by providing instant access  
to gadgets—a wide variety of engaging, easy-to-use, and customizable mini-  
applications that offer information at a glance and provide easy access to  
frequently used tools  
GAMING  
If you are a parent, you now have a rich set of controls to ensure your children are only  
playing games that you consider appropriate. You can allow or restrict your children's access  
to games according to game title, rating, category, or content. Windows Vista supports six  
international rating standards and makes it easy for parents to manage and monitor their  
children's gaming experience  
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WINDOWS FLIP AND WINDOWS FLIP 3D  
Windows Vista provides two entirely new features to manage windows: Windows Flip and  
Windows Flip 3D. Flip allows you to flip through open windows (by using Alt+Tab),  
providing a live thumbnail of each window, rather than just a generic icon and file name. Live  
thumbnails make it easier to quickly identify the window you want, particularly when multiple  
windows of the same kind are open. With Flip 3D, you can use the scroll wheel on your  
mouse to flip through open windows in a stack, and quickly locate and select the one you  
want to work with.  
Use Flip to view and navigate more easily through open windows.  
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You can visit and browse each domain to experience the information and  
assistance that Windows Vista offers.  
For more information, please refer to Microsoft’s website:  
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/features/default.mspx  
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5 Connecting to Peripherals  
This chapter describes how you attach additional  
peripheral devices to your notebook. The Everex  
StepNote allows you to add a printer or mouse;  
connect an external monitor and keyboard, or other  
compatible peripheral device. Use of additional  
devices is described in this chapter.  
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5.1 Using the USB Port  
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple  
devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and  
video conference cameras, etc.) to your notebook computer, and up to 127 devices can be  
attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and  
unplugged without turning the system off.  
Microsoft, HP, Compaq, Intel, Agere, NEC and Philip are seven core members of USB-IF to  
have worked on USB 2.0 standardization. USB 2.0 offers data transfer rate up to 480Mbps  
(megabits per second) compared to USB 1.1 devices, which transfer at speeds of 12Mbps.  
This means USB 2.0 can transfer data between the computer and its peripherals 40 times  
faster than USB 1.1. However, USB 2.0 is fully backward compatible, you will be able to use  
a USB 1.1 device in a USB 2.0 compliant system.  
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Depending on your operational requirements, you may need to disable  
other ports in order to release system resource for the USB port.  
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The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each  
port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device  
while not in use.  
5.2 Using an External Monitor Port  
Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or  
LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the  
monitor). One end of the cable must have a 15-pin connector for the system.  
To connect an external monitor:  
1. Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is  
turned off.  
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The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the  
monitor is being connected. Although you can connect the external Monitor  
without power off the computer and the external monitor, however, it is  
harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices.  
2. Connect the connector cable of the monitor to the VGA port at the back  
of your computer. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided.  
3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded  
wall outlet.  
4. Turn on the power of the monitor.  
5. Turn on your computer. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will  
show the display. Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous  
display mode.  
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6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector  
and shut off the LCD display, you can use the <Fn> + <F3> hot-key to  
switch display type between LCD and external monitor. Keep pressing the  
hot-key until you get the display to external monitor only.  
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Refer to Chapter 3 regarding the possible External CRT resolutions and  
how to change the display properties.  
5.3 Using the External Audio System  
At the right side of your computer, you will find the built-in audio ports. You  
can connect Microphone jacks, earphone or powered speaker.  
To connect to a audio jack:  
1. Locate the audio port (Microphone, Headphone) that you want to use to  
the target device.  
2. Plug the jack into the port on the left side of the system.  
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If you use external speaker and experience the sound distortion or  
feedback, please lower the volume. Some factors is caused by too close  
locating the microphone and speaker from each other, moving away the  
external audio option from the unit may also help.  
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5.4 Using the LAN Port  
This notebook comes with an internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module  
that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area  
network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to  
100Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ethernet is  
connected with RJ-45 connectors. The 100Base-TX is based on the older  
Ethernet standard. Because it is 10 times faster than Ethernet, it is often  
referred to as Fast Ethernet.  
The built-in LAN module provides a standard RJ-45 connector.  
To connect the twisted-pair cable to your LAN port:  
1. Locate the twisted-pair cable in the accessories box in notebook shipping  
carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-45 connector.  
2. Connect one end of the cable into the network wall outlet or HUB.  
3. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer RJ-45 LAN port.  
5.5 Using the Wireless LAN  
Wireless LAN is the major breakthrough in computer communication  
technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any  
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wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the  
range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.  
Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally  
connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with  
wireless connection. Access point can be set in an office environment, airport,  
major railway station, etc. that depends on the construction of each country. In  
most case, you probably can use it at office, please consult with the network  
department of your company for more details.  
This computer integrates built-in 802.11 b/g wireless LAN module. IEEE  
802.11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed. However,  
IEEE 802.11g supports 54Mbps wireless connection speed, and is backward  
compatible with the slower 802.11b. Wireless LAN module is similar to LAN  
module. You need to install software driver before using it. Please refer to  
chapter 2.5 on how to install the driver.  
5.6 Using the Modem Port  
This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem that  
allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to connect to an  
online service or bulletin board.  
The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector.  
To connect the analog phone cable to your modem:  
1. Locate the analog phone cable in the accessories box in notebook  
shipping carton. Each end of the cable has a RJ-11 connector.  
2. Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet.  
3. Connect the other end of the cable into the computer modem port.  
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The speed of data transmission is dependent on the quality of telephone  
lines. Digitally terminated lines improve the speed of data transmission.  
Contact your service provider for more information.  
The analog phone cable is an industry standard cable. Longer cables are  
available at your local electronics store.  
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6 Customizing Your Notebook  
our computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program allowing your  
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system configuration to be altered to best suit your  
computing needs: User-adjustable options include  
system time and date, disk drive configuration and  
password setup.  
BIOS information stored in the CMOS RAM will  
remain permanent unless changed. Default factory  
settings are used top optimize performance of your  
notebook computer and do not need further  
alteration to operate your computer. Use caution  
when changing any BIOS settings.  
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6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program  
Your computer is setup and pre-configured. The computer’s BIOS (Basic  
Input-Output System) Setup program may be used to change system  
configuration information such as the current date and time, or your hard disk  
drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system  
and pressing the <F2> function key before the Microsoft® Windows®  
operating system begins.  
The settings that you specify within the Setup program are recorded in a special  
area memory called the CMOS RAM. This memory is backed up by a battery  
so that is will not be erased when you turn off or reset the system. Whenever  
you turn on the computer, the system will read the settings stored in the  
CMOS RAM and compare them to the equipment check conducted during the  
Power On Self Test (POST). If an error occurs, an error message will be  
displayed on the screen, and you will then be prompted to run the Setup  
Program.  
As the POST (Power-On Self Test) executes during the boot up process, the  
screen will display the following message:  
Press <F2> to Enter SETUP  
Press the <F2> key to run the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS Setup program  
is organized into five menus which you can select using the <-- and --> keys.  
To move from one option to another, you use the up and down arrow keys  
while using the <F5> and <F6>, or <+>and <-> keys to change the settings.  
On the right hand side of the screen are some brief help descriptions of each  
item you want to change.  
On the BIOS Setup program, you will find the following parts on the screen:  
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Item Specific Help  
The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its  
available settings.  
Menu Bar  
The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own  
screen.  
Parameters  
The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current  
settings.  
Key Status Bar  
The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to  
move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.  
To exit the BIOS Setup program, simply press the <Esc> key and select from  
the Exit menu whether you want to Save changes and exit; Discard Changes  
and exit.  
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6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup  
System Time  
Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second  
format of the computer.  
Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>,  
<Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to  
another.  
You can also change the system time from your operating system.  
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System Date  
Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format.  
Enter the current time for reach field and use the <Tab>,  
<Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to  
another.  
You can also change the system time from your operating system.  
Primary Master  
This field display various parameters for the hard disk drive. If type [Auto]  
is selected, the system automatically sets these parameters. If type [User] is  
selected, Cylinders, Heads and Sectors and other value can be edited.  
Secondary Master  
This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically detects the  
optical drive.  
System Memory  
This field reports the amount of base (or conventional) memory found by  
the BIOS during Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
Extended Memory  
This field reports the amount of extended memory found by the BIOS  
during Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
CPU Type  
This field reports the CPU type information detected by the BIOS during  
Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
CPU Speed  
This field reports the CPU speed information detected by the BIOS  
during Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
BIOS Version  
This field is for information only as the BIOS displays the BIOS version  
during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).  
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6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU  
Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different  
drive types as CD-DVD, User, Auto or None by pressing <Space> bar. Set  
this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type  
during power on. Set this option to None when your computer is not installed  
any devices. Press <Esc> to return to the Main Menu.  
6.2.2 INTERNAL OPTICAL DRIVE SUB-MENU  
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Use the Type field to select the drive type installed. You can select different  
drive types by pressing <Space> bar. Set this option to Auto so your  
computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on. Set this  
option to None when your computer is not installed any devices. Press <Esc>  
to return to the Main Menu.  
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6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup  
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen  
Lets you specify to display the diagnostic screen or not by choosing  
Enabled or Disabled option during system booting.  
Summary Screen  
Displays system configuration on boot.  
Frame Buffer Size  
Lets you reserve memory space [32MB]/[64MB]/[128MB] for UMA  
frame buffer for video devices. The default value is [32MB].  
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Display Device Selection  
Lets you specify the external display device to LCD, CRT, or LCD+CRT.  
Local Bus IDE adapter  
Lets you set up the integrated local bus IDE adapter to Primary,  
Secondary, Both or Disabled.  
Legacy USB Support  
Enable or disable the USB Bus support when in connection with USB  
device.  
LAN Boot Control:  
Lets you specify Enabled or Disabled for booting the notebook from  
Network or not.  
No Execute Mode Mem Protection  
When disabled, forces the Execute-Disable Bit Capability extended  
feature bit to always return 0.  
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6.4 Security Menu Setup  
Supervisor Password Is  
Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by  
Supervisor Password or not.  
User Password Is  
Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User  
Password or not.  
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Set Supervisor Password  
Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility.  
You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming  
from suspend mode. When you press <Enter> in this field, the Set  
Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up  
to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation.  
Set User Password  
This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set. Enter the  
user password when boot the system or resume from suspend mode. But  
if the Write Protect is set in the Fixed disk boot sector field, you should  
enter a supervisor password to access the fixed disk when boot the system  
or resume from suspend mode.  
Fixed Disk Boot Sector  
If you set this field to Write Protect, the write protect boot sector on hard  
disk will protect against viruses. In this situation, only the supervisor can  
access the Boot Sector of fixed disk.  
Password on Boot  
If you set this field to Enabled, your computer will always ask for the  
password every time you boot your computer.  
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6.5 Using the Boot Setup  
This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try  
to boot up first.  
This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try  
to boot up first.  
To select the boot device, you can use the up or down arrow key, then press  
<+> to move up the device in the list or press <-> to move down the device  
in the list. To exit from this menu, press <Esc>.  
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6.6 How to Exit the Setup Program  
There are two choices to escape from the Setup program.  
Exit Saving Changes  
Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and  
exit from the system setup program.  
Exit Discarding Changes  
Allows you to discard all changes made while running the BIOS setup  
program and exit from the system setup program.  
Load Setup Defaults  
Lets you load the default values for all setup items.  
Discard Changes  
Reverts to previously selected settings.  
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Save Changes  
Saves Setup data to CMOS.  
6.7 How to Upgrade the BIOS  
Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily  
upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized  
settings you made are lost.  
To upgrade the BIOS:  
1. Put in the BIOS Update data into the USB device.  
2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive.  
3. On the DOS prompt, type the following command.  
A:\>Phlash XXXXXX.ROM (BIOS filename) or  
A:\>XXXXXX.BAT (Batch file for BIOS file)  
Press <Enter> to run this BIOS utility. After the system has been  
successfully run this program, a message similar to the following appears:  
Flash memory has been successfully programmed,  
press any key to restart the system. If the  
system does not restart, turn it off, then turn  
on again.  
4. Press any key to restart this system.  
Contact your dealer for the latest BIOS update file.  
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7 Using Options  
This chapter describes the advanced features and  
expandable architecture in your notebook. For  
additional system specifications, upgrades and  
available accessories visit www.everex.com.  
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System Upgrade  
This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook  
computer. The upgrade procedures include the following:  
7.1 Memory Upgrade  
Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline  
Memory Module) at least 256MB DDRII-SDRAM. The memory compartment  
is located inside your computer. The table below lists the possible  
combinations of different memory module and memory size.  
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Please contact dealer for changing or adding DDRII-SDRAM module. It is  
not available for users to change it by themselves.  
Based Memory  
Installing Memory  
Total  
256 MB  
256 MB  
256 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
1024MB  
1024MB  
1024MB  
1024MB  
0 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
1024 MB  
0 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
768 MB  
1280 MB  
512 MB  
768 MB  
1024 MB  
1536 MB  
1024 MB  
1280 MB  
1536 MB  
2048 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
1024MB  
0 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
1024MB  
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INSTALLING MEMORY MODULE  
Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB, 1024MB or 2048MB of  
synchronous DDRII SDRAM. You can increase system memory to a  
maximum of 4 GB, by installing two small outline double inline memory  
modules (SO-DIMMs).  
256MB, 512MB, 1024MB and 2048MB memory modules may be used to  
upgrade your computer memory.  
To install the memory module:  
1. Make sure the system is powered off, the battery also is removed and that  
no peripheral devices are attached.  
2. Turn the computer upside-down and locate the screw that secures the  
DIMM door at the underside of the notebook.  
3. Remove the screws and open the DIMM cover by your finger.  
4. Locate the memory module into the empty memory module sockets.  
(Your system comes with one memory module already installed in the  
socket.)  
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Avoid Touching the exposed components inside the system. Doing so may  
damage the system.  
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5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure  
the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket.  
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Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its  
connector into the memory socket of the notebook.  
Press down on the edge of the memory module until the locking  
tabs on both sides is locked.  
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6. Put the DIMM door back and secure the screw on the DIMM door.  
7. Turn the system over.  
To remove a memory module, push the locking tabs aside from the memory  
module until the module pops up. Then, remove the memory module.  
*Everex recommends using only Everex approved upgrades and accessories.  
Use of non-approved Everex memory modules are not guaranteed compatible  
with the StepNote line of computers and are not covered under the Everex  
Standard Warranty Agreement. Visit www.everex.com to view the complete  
line of approved accessories.  
7.2 Hard Disk Upgrade  
Your notebook computer offers one 2.5" format, 9.5mm height hard disk. If  
the volume does not fit your need or it become inoperable, you can upgrade it  
by replacing with new hard disk. Please do the following steps to change it.  
1. Remove the screw and open the cover by lifting its upper side cover.  
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2. Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully  
3. Remove the connector from the hard disk gently.  
4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk.  
5. Rotate and tighten the crane screws to the new hard disk.  
6. Attach the connector to the new hard disk precisely.  
7. Place the hard disk back to the compartment.  
8. Cover the lid, then rotate and tighten the screws.  
9. Set the boot device as optical drive and Primary Master as Auto on BIOS  
setup menu. Please refer to Chapter 6 about the setting of BIOS setup  
menu. Then, boot the system by using Windows Vista CD-ROM and the  
system will detect the hard disk automatically and prompt you how to  
format the new disk.  
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Please contact Everex before attempting to change the hard disk drive.  
Damage caused by improper HDD installation will void the Everex  
Standard Warranty Agreement.  
7.3 Wireless Module Installation  
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This computer uses mini-PCI wireless LAN module at the bottom of this  
notebook for wireless connection.  
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Please contact Everex before adding or changing the wireless module. Any  
damage that caused by improper installation of the wireless module will  
void the Everex Standard Warranty Agreement.  
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8 Caring for Your  
Notebook  
Your Everex StepNote is equipped with the latest  
features in mobile computing and multimedia  
technology. If properly cared for and maintained, the  
performance and reliability of the computer can be  
greatly prolonged.  
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8.1 Important Safety Instructions  
This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe  
working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain  
its condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it  
carefully to ensure maximum safety.  
Before cleaning the notebook computer, make sure it is disconnected  
from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter, car adapter and so on).  
When cleaning, do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning.  
Instead, use moisture sheet or a cloth for cleaning.  
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the notebook computer and shall  
be easily accessible.  
Please keep the notebook computer from humidity.  
Lay the notebook computer on a reliable surface when installing. A drop  
or fall may cause injury.  
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence the notebook  
computer can be protected from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE  
OPENINGS.  
Be careful of using power supply. The notebook computer has specific  
power requirements.  
Use only a power adapter approved for use with this notebook computer.  
The power adapter may have a 2-prong plug. This is an important safety  
feature. A compatible outlet is required. If it is not available, find a  
qualified electrician to install one.  
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While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by  
its wire.  
Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support  
the total current load of all the connected devices.  
Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it  
still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of  
the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power  
outlet. If your are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your  
dealer or local power company.  
Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do  
not place anything over the power cord.  
All cautions and warnings on the notebook computer should be noted.  
If the notebook computer is not in use for a long time, disconnect it from  
mains to avoid possible damage by transient over-voltage.  
Never pour any liquid into openings as this may cause fire or electrical  
shock.  
Never open the body of notebook computer. For safety reason, the  
notebook computer should only be opened by qualified service personnel.  
If one of the following situations arises, have the notebook computer  
checked by service personnel:  
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The power cord or plug is damaged.  
Liquid has penetrated into the notebook computer.  
The notebook computer has been exposed to moisture.  
The notebook computer has not worked well or you can not get it  
work according to user’s manual.  
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The notebook computer has dropped and damaged.  
The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage.  
Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned.  
Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook  
computer.  
An approved power cord has to be used for the notebook computer’s  
power supply. For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight  
more than 3 kg, a power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2,  
has to be used.  
To avoid any damage happened to the internal device, you should first  
disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from the  
notebook when replacing any internal device.  
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 60704-1 is  
equal or less than 70dB(A).  
8.2 Cleaning Your Computer  
When it is necessary to clean the plastic case and keyboard, use a soft, lint-free  
cloth, slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution or use the contents of  
any commercially available computer cleaning kit.  
Never use alcohol, petroleum-based solvents, or harsh detergents to clean the  
notebook. Also never spray any liquids directly on the computer case,  
keyboard, or screen. If the liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen has become  
smeared or dusty, clean the screen by first applying a mild glass cleaner to a  
soft, clean, lint-free cloth, and gently wipe the glass. Never apply liquids directly  
on the screen surface. Moreover, do not use paper towels to clean the display  
screen. Paper can scratch the display screen matte.  
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8.3 Maintaining the LCD Quality  
When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical  
working session, users routinely close the notebook the cover. The display  
surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the computer  
radiate heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. To  
help prolong the life of your computer, leave the cover open for ten minutes  
while the heat disperses.  
You should also enable the power management of your computer to turn off  
the LCD power and display when the system is inactive for some time. Adding  
a screen saver also helps prolong the life of your notebook screen.  
Follow the safety guidelines mentioned earlier and how to clean your  
computer.  
8.4 Maintaining Your Hard Disk  
Losing your data has the same consequences as a system break down. Users  
must make it a habit of doing hard disk maintenance every week or so. Here is  
some maintenance you could do:  
Always back up your data files from your hard disk.  
Install the virus detecting program to monitor virus that could tamper  
your files.  
Use SCANDISK occasionally to correct any errors found in the directory  
and File Allocation Table. This will also free up space from any unused  
sectors.  
Never move or raise the computer while the hard disk is being accessed,  
most especially don't jar the hard disk as this may cause a hard disk crash.  
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Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of  
Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation  
and improving your hard disk access time.  
Install a system password in your computer so others won't be able to use  
the hard disk.  
8.5 Battery Care Guidelines  
The battery pack furnished with the computer requires reasonable care and  
handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life. There is a risk of fire  
and chemical burn if the battery pack is handled improperly.  
To ensure that the battery pack endures normal life cycle, always observe the  
following precautions when handling the battery pack:  
Handle batteries carefully. Do not try to disassemble, crush, puncture,  
open, drop, mutilate, short external contacts, disposed of in water or fire,  
or expose it to temperatures higher than 60o C.  
Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated  
areas. Never use an external charger other than the one supplied with your  
computer.  
Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two.  
Do not leave your battery in your computer for longer than 1 month  
without plugging in the power adapter.  
Do not leave battery in storage for more than 2 months without  
recharging it to prevent over discharge. Over discharge will hurt the  
battery  
Dispose dead battery properly to protect the environment. The batteries  
contain hazardous chemicals and should not be thrown out with  
household or office trash.  
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You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of  
these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your  
battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months.  
To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh" function in  
the BIOS Setup Utility.  
8.6 When You Travel  
For safety and convenience when traveling, please follow these instructions:  
Back up all needed files on your hard disk before traveling.  
Recharge your battery overnight to ensure full battery power before you  
leave.  
Don't forget to bring along the AC adapter and extra battery pack.  
Try to bring backup software as well.  
Check the voltage rating and the outlet type of your destination. If the  
power cord of the adapter is different, then you need to purchase a  
suitable one. Consult your dealer.  
Carry your computer in its carrying case or in a briefcase. Never check-in  
the computer as a luggage.  
Remember to apply those power saving features and techniques to save  
battery power.  
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APPENDIX A  
System Specification  
his appendix provides technical specifications for the Everex StepNote  
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computer. Depending on the specific Everex model, specifications may vary.  
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System Specification  
PROCESSOR UNIT  
VIA C7 TM -M Processor  
Above 1.5 GHz CPU  
128KB integrated L2 cache for the processor  
SYSTEM MEMORY  
Two 200-pin memory slots  
User-upgradeable to maximum 4GB using 200-pin SODIMM 256MB,  
512MB, 1024MB, or 2048MB modules  
DDR2 – 533/677 MHz SDRAM modules  
LCD DISPLAY  
15.4” WXGA Widescreen Display with DiamondBrite Technology  
(1280x800)  
Maximum 16M true colors on all LCD display  
VGA SYSTEM  
Integrated VIA Chrome9™ HC IGP graphic engine  
Simultaneous LCD and external monitor (CRT) display  
Maximum 16 million colors on LCD display at 1280x800 resolution for  
15.4" LCD  
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Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at  
1280x1024 resolution (Non-Interlaced)  
STORAGE  
2.5” Format 9.5mm High SATA HDD Module; Bus Mastering, Ultra  
DMA ATA-150 Support for LBA Scheme  
DVD-ROM/DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support  
AUDIO SYSTEM  
Full-duplex 16-bit stereo speakers with wavetable support  
H/W Audio Sound Blaster 16 compatible  
Built-in speaker  
Audio input jacks for microphone (MIC)  
Audio output jack for external speaker or headphone (Line-Out)  
Sound volume adjust by K/B Hot-Keys  
TOUCHPAD  
Integrated Touchpad (Serial/USB mouse) pointing device with 2 click buttons  
KEYBOARD  
Full-sized 87-keys keyboard with Windows systems hot-keys, inverted T-  
cursor keys, 6 hot keys, 12 function keys, and embedded numeric keypad  
Provides international language keyboard  
FLASH BIOS  
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512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade  
I/O PORTS  
1 x 15-pin VGA port  
3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0)  
1 x LAN port  
1 x Modem port  
WIRELESS DEVICES  
IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Solution  
AC/DC POWER SUPPLY ADAPTER  
Universal auto-switching (100V~240V) 65W adapter, 20 Volt  
BATTERY  
Rechargeable 3 or 6 Cells Li-ion battery (depending on configuration)pack  
with Smart Battery function  
Approximately 3 Hours (for Battery Mark) Battery Life  
WEIGHT AND DIMENSION  
357(W) x 271(D) x 26 ~ 39(H) mm  
Approximately 2.8 kg  
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APPENDIX B  
System Recovery and  
Driver Installation  
ppendix B provides information on how to install the Driver Utility and how to  
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restore the software and operating system of your computer back to the original  
factory settings.  
In the system recovery section, you will learn how to generate the system recovery  
disk. Please follow the step-by-step instructions carefully and exercise caution to  
avoid data loss.  
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B.1 System Recovery  
USING RECOVERY DISK  
Before we go on, let’s define some terminologies.  
Hard disk is divided into RP & UP.  
RP - Recovery Partition, it stores system files and is hidden by default  
UP – User Partition, it can be divided into 2 parts (system files area + user data  
area)  
Users can choose to recover the system from either hard disk or recovery  
DVD(s)/CD(s).  
I. Recovering the System from Hard Disk  
Two methods are available:  
a. “Non Destructive Recovery” from Hard Disk  
1. System recovery is done by having system files from RP copied to the  
system files area in UP, and user data area stays intact. Before OS boots,  
please press hotkeys F8 button to go into advance boot options.  
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2. Please choose Repair Your Computer to go into recovery mode.  
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3. Please choose between “Non destructive system recovery” &  
“Destructive system recovery”. When the ”Non destructive” option is  
chosen , please click Next.  
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4. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK,  
5. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, the Non destructive system  
recovery will begin  
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6. The non destructive system recovery is begin  
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7. Then Non destructive system recovery is finished. System will be  
rebooting.  
b. “Destructive Recovery from Hard Disk”  
1. How recovery is done: System files from RP are copied to system files  
area in UP, and user data area is formatted! Before OS boots, please press  
hotkeys F8 button to go into advance boot options.  
2. Please choose Repair Your Computer to go into recovery mode.  
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3. Please choose between “Non destructive recovery mode” & “Destructive  
recovery mode”. To choose “Destructive” please click Advance  
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4. When the ”Destructive” option is chosen , please click Next.  
5. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK,  
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6. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, the destructive recovery will begin  
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7. The destructive system recovery is begin  
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8. Then destructive system recovery is finished. System will be rebooting  
II. Recovering System from Recovery DVD  
There are three available methods:  
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The “Non destructive” & “Destructive” recoveries from Recovery DVD have  
the same result as a recovery from Hard Drive.  
a. “Non Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD  
b. “Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD  
1. Insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from  
CD ROM in BIOS.  
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2. Please press any key to boot from DVD  
3. Please choose Standard Mode, the subsequent processes are just like  
those in “non destructive” & “destructive” recoveries from hard disk.  
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c. Full Recovery from Recovery DVD  
In this mode, all the data in your computer will lose  
1. Please insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot  
from CD ROM in BIOS.  
2. Please press any key to boot from DVD  
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3. Please choose Full Mode to go into full recovery mode.  
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4. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK,  
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5. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK, the full recovery will begin  
6. The full recovery is begin  
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7. Then full recovery is finished. System will be rebooting.  
B.2 Device Drivers Installation  
If you already have an operating system installed into your notebook computer,  
it is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built-in devices of  
your computer. Before installing the drivers, check with your dealer first if they  
have already installed all the drivers along with the operating system. If not,  
follow the procedures below:  
INSTALLING WINDOWS VISTA FROM OPTICAL  
DISK DRIVE  
To install Windows Vista directly from your optical disk drive, please go to  
Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "CD-ROM Drive",  
then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit  
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Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows Vista installation CD into  
optical disk drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the  
installation.  
INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER  
Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter  
VGA driver to your computer:  
Installing VGA device driver for Windows Vista 32  
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.  
"E:\Drivers\Vista32\VGA\Setup.exe".  
3. Click Continue” to install.  
4. Click "Next" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.  
5. Press "Finish" to complete the installation.  
INSTALLING THE AUDIO DEVICE DRIVER  
Your notebook computer uses the VIA Azalia VT1708A Audio controller.  
Installing Audio device driver for Windows Vista 32  
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.  
"E:\Drivers\Vista32\Audio\Setup.exe"  
where the audio driver is located.  
3. When computer appears unidentified program, click “Allow” for  
accessing the computer  
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4. Click "Next" to continue the following steps.  
5. Click “Next” and select “Agree” to continue the installation.  
6. Click Next” to continue the installation.  
7. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.",  
and press "Finish" to restart your system.  
INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER  
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Modem driver:  
Installing Modem driver for Windows Vista 32  
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
2. Click Browse button and navigate to the directory as  
"E:\Drivers\Vista 32\Modem\setup.exe"  
3. Click “Continue” when this message appears.  
4. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.  
5. Click "OK" to implement the setup program to install this driver.  
6. Click "OK" to install the modem driver.  
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE  
DRIVER  
Please follow the procedures below for installing the Mini PCI Adapter driver:  
Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows Vista 32  
1.  
2.  
Click the Start button and then click Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
Click Browse button and specify the directory as  
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"E:\Drivers\Vista32\Wireless LAN\Liteon\setup.exe"  
Click “Continue” in message of a program needs your permission to  
Click “Next” to execute the setup program.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Click "Install" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.  
Click "Finish" to complete the install shield wizard.  
INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER  
Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver:  
Installing LAN driver for Windows Vista 32  
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.  
"E:\Drivers\Vista32\LAN\setupvis.exe "  
3. When computer appears unidentified program, click “Allow” for  
accessing the computer  
4. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears.  
5. Click "OK" to complete the installation.  
INSTALLING THE TOUCHPAD DEVICE DRIVER  
Please follow the procedures below for installing the TouchPad driver:  
Installing TouchPad driver for Windows Vista 32  
1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears.  
2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as.  
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"E:\Drivers\Vista32\TouchPad\DPInst.exe "  
3. When computer appears unidentified program, click “Allow” for  
accessing the computer  
4. Click "Next" to execute the setup program. The Welcome box appears.  
5. Select accept this agreement” and Click “Next” to continue the  
installation.  
6. Click Finish” to complete the installation.  
7. Click Restart Now” for restart your computer.  
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
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For the latest Product Information, Drivers, and Support  
Documents visit www.everex.com  
For complete warranty information, please refer to the  
Everex Limited Warranty Agreement.  
To register your product visit www.everex.com or simply  
email your User Name (first and last), Model (NC1500,  
NC1501, NC1502, NC1600,… etc.) and Serial Number to  
[email protected]. Please use “Product  
Registration – NCXXXX” as your email subject.  
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To speak with an Everex Technical Support Representative  
call our 24-Hour response team at 1-866-850-8835 (toll-  
free)  
Please complete the following information before contacting  
Everex Technical Support:  
User Name : ________________________________________  
Model (NC1500, NC1501, etc.): _______________________  
Serial Number: ______________________________________  
Problem Description: ________________________________  
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