Dialogue Tech Flybook 3G Notebook PC Power, Adapter, Battery system, Recharging the battery

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POWER

The power system of FlyBook includes an adapter and battery. Through the adapter, a power source directly supplies the computer with power and charges the battery at the same time. The battery supplies the computer with power only when the adapter is disconnected from the power supply and it is not connected to FlyBook.

The computer controls power activities through an ACPI power management unit. The unit minimizes power consumption and at the same time optimizes system performance. Windows interacts and takes charge of all power-saving affairs for the computer.

Adapter

The adapter can be connected to most power sources, however it is a good idea to verify the following before connecting the adapter to a power source:

•The voltage and frequency of the power source must always conform to the specifications of the adapter.

•The power plug must connect perfectly to the power outlet.

Otherwise, do not link up the computer.

If the adapter connects properly with the power source, the green LED indicator will light up.

Battery system

With 3 2200mAH high-capacity Li-ion battery cells, if fully charged, the battery pack should keep the computer working for various hours, depending on the applications and modes used.

Note

If the computer is being used for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged.

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Recharging the battery

Periodically recharging the battery pack allows to prolong do this every 2 or 3 months. The BIOS SETUP UTILITY the BIOS setup utility section.

the battery life. It is a good idea to provides a recovery utility. Please see

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Contents User’s Manual Page Thanks Announcement About this user’s guide Table of contents Features Packing List Statement of Limited WarrantyA P T E R IntroductionUsing the Flybook Turning on the Power Installing Operation SystemTo Modify the Working Modes Innovative Prompt to Play Interface MultimediaRecovering Your System Audio Power SystemFrom the Recovery CD Resetting the Flybook DisplayGprs Communication Bios Setup UtilityDIAL-UP Link Through the BUILT-IN Modem PC Card ConnectionChapter Page Package CD is installedStatement of limited warranty What the warranty does not cover What the warranty coversWarranty service Liability Limitations Best care for your FlyBook How to get helpTaking care of the computer Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of the adapter and power cordIntroduction Page Front view Glance at your FlyBook computerDescription Rear view Description Ieee 1394 ports Bottom View Processor PowerMemory Storage memoryPorts Tablet modeCommunication Working ModesChanging to Tablet Mode Innovative Prompt to Play Interface Connection to a video display device Connection with an external VGA display deviceConnection with the earphone or speakers Inputting sound or voice from an external microphoneBluetooth communication Wireless network connectionUSB link Ieee 1394 linkPage Starting the Flybook Page Preparing your computer Installing the battery packTurning on Your Flybook Operating System Using Your Flybook Page GPRS/CDMA IndicatorsWindows keys KeyboardKey Description Hot keys Special Lock KeysTrack POINTS, Mouse BUTTONS, and PAN Button KEY DescriptionTouch Panel Calibrating your touch panel Display Connecting display output to an external display device Adjusting display brightnessSetting display color and resolution Please refer to Windows XP user’s manual for detailsAudio Changing Display OrientationBattery system PowerRecharging the battery AdapterSelecting a running mode To start Power OptionsA P T E R Power Meter option Alarms optionAdvanced option Prompt for password when computer resumes from standbyAlways show icon on the taskbar Hibernate Bios password Protecting your computer against unauthorized accessReserving frequent backups of your personal data Protecting personal data contained in your FlyBookRecovering Your System for Experienced Users Using a strap to prevent the computer from fallingRecovery from a hidden partition of the internal hard disk Resetting the Computer From the Recovery CDPage Chapter Ieee 1394 Link USB LinkEthernet link Ethernet connection Configuring Your Connection Making Connection to AN Ethernet Configuring your connections Access PointControl Center Page Making connection to a Wireless Network Making connections to Bluetooth-equipped devices Bluetooth communication OptionalA P T E R Configuring your connection Network Connections window Making connection to a Gprs networkConnect Gprs Making a dial-up link Cdma communication OptionalPC card insertion Bios Setup Utility only for Experienced UsersPC card ejection Default Internal HDD SUB-MENU Main Menu DI DefaultSmart Default menu of the Boot Exit Menu Default Security menuPCMCIA/CF/CardBus DDR RAM ModulesIeee Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page HDEM01-000-05-EN