Westinghouse NB-14w2 user manual Chapter Summaries

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Chapter Summaries

The following is a summary of the available chapters and appendices in this manual.

Chapter 1: Getting to Know the Basics

In this chapter, you will learn the basic operations and features of your computer. It gives you a general understanding of the components of your computer.

Chapter 2: BIOS Setup / Security

In this chapter, you will learn how to change various firmware settings and what the settings mean. Also, you will learn how to take advantage of the built-in security feature provided by the BIOS.

Chapter 3: Battery Power & Power Management

In this chapter, you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use them to achieve longer battery life.

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

In this chapter, you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems.

Appendix A: Product Specification

In this section, you will find a list of the computer’s system specifications.

Appendix B: Agency Regulatory Notices

In this section, you will find the general electro-magnetic and safety regulatory information.

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Contents USER’S Manual Manual DEL Usuario Page Page Table of Contents Troubleshooting Page Using This Manual Symbols and ConventionsPage Page Chapter Summaries Getting to Know the Basics „ Expandability Performance Features„ ExpressCard Technology „ Built-in Multiple Card Reader„ Firewire IEEE1394 / 1394a and USB2.0 ports „ Wireless LANSystem At a Glance LED Status IndicatorTop View LCD Display Keyboard Silent Mode ButtonPower / Suspend Button Touch PadFront View Wireless On/Off SwitchVentilation Grill Side Views Power Jack DC-inExternal VGA Port Kensington Lock Key Hole Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a PortModem Port USB2.0 PortEthernet / LAN Port TV S-Video PortBottom View Battery Pack and Battery Latch System Device Cover Built-in Stereo SpeakersAdapter AC Adapter DC-out ConnectorAC Plug LED Status Indicator System & Power Status IndicatorsOSD Status Indicator OSD Status IndicatorsKeyboard Features Function Keys Quick KeysWindows Keys Embedded Numeric KeypadTouch Pad Graphic Subsystem Adjusting the Display BrightnessExtending the Life of the TFT Display Device Opening and Closing the Display Panel Audio Subsystem Adjusting the Volume ManuallyAdjusting the Audio Volume in Windows Voice RecordingTo change the modem setting, do the following Connecting the ModemModem Getting To Know The Basics Ethernet Connecting to the NetworkCabling Restriction for Networks Bios Setup and Security Feature Bios Setup and Security Feature Leaving the Bios Setup Screen Entering the Bios Setup ScreenBios Action Keys Info Setup Modifying the Bios SettingsMain Setup Selections Description Sub-menuSecurity Setup Advanced SetupUsing Password Protection Power Setup Boot Setup LANExit Setup Battery Power & Power Management Battery Pack Lithium-Ion BatteryBattery Low-Power Warning Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery PackCharging the Battery and Charging Time To Install the Battery PackChecking the Battery Level Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage CyclesUsing Windows Power Options Windows’ Power SchemesTo use Windows power management functions Standby Suspend Suspend ModeHibernate Suspend Is in the suspend mode Power Button Action Low Battery Warning Power Menu Quick Access Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting No speaker output Audio ProblemsSound cannot be recorded Hard drive is making abnormal whining noises Hard Disk ProblemsHard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable Hard disk drive has reached its capacityHard disk takes longer to read a file Files are corruptedDrive dose not read any disks Optical Drive ProblemsOptical drive does not work Disk cannot be ejectedScreen is difficult to read Display ProblemsDisplay panel is blank when the system is turned on Screen flickersBuilt-in keyboard accepts no input Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsBuilt-in touch pad performs erratically Characters on the screen repeat while I typeCmos Battery Problem Memory Problems Built-in modem does not respond Modem ProblemsConnection difficulties Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems Ethernet adapter does not workComputer becomes hot Performance ProblemsProgram appears stopped or runs very slowly USB device does not work Firewire IEEE1394 and USB2.0 ProblemsIEEE1394 port does not work Additional Questions Product Specification System Memory Processor and Core LogicDisplay Audio Wireless LANModem LAN / Ethernet Firewire IEEE1394aStorage Keyboard & Touch pad Ports and ConnectorsExpressCard NewCard & Multiple Card Reader Battery Pack / AC Adapter Operating SystemPhysical Specification Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice REN Ringer Equivalent Numbers Statement Attachment Limitations Statement Japan Telephone lines requirement Lithium battery warning / Bridge battery warning Aution Westinghouse Digital Electronics