AVERATEC 6200 Series user manual Basics of Using Notebook PC

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Basics of Using Notebook PC

This chapter introduces the operating basics for your Notebook PC, including the use of keyboard, touchpad, LCD panel, hard disk drive, and optical storage device. It also includes the ad- vanced features such as Direct Play and communication functions.

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Contents Averatec Regulations Information Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery CD-ROM Drive Notice Safety Instructions Release History Table of Content Using the Software Applications Bios Setup Caring Your Notebook PC Getting Started Series Notebook PC Before You Begin UnpackingFeatures and Benefits Series Notebook PC Quick Components Guide Top-open ViewQuick Launch Buttons and Power Button Display PanelKeyboard TouchpadVolume Increase-Decrease Controller Series Notebook PCFront View Cover LatchAudio Port Connectors Consumer InfraredVideo Connector Right-side ViewStatus LED PC Card SlotVGA Port Speaker outlet Power Connector RJ-45 ConnectorRJ-11 Connector Left-side ViewOptical Storage Device Battery Pack Bottom ViewHDD Compartment Mini PCI, Memory, CPU CompartmentConnecting the AC Power Connecting the PowerPreparing to Operate Disconnecting the AC Power Power-On Self Test Turning On/Off the Notebook PCOpening the Top Cover Turning On the ComputerTurning Off the Computer Averatec reminds you Basics of Using Notebook PC Series Notebook PC Safety and Comfort Tips Set Up Your Work EnvironmentHave a Good Work Habit Series Notebook PC Knowing the Keyboard Typewriter Keys Typewriter KeysCursor Keys Cursor KeysNumeric Keys Numeric KeysWindows Keys Function KeysFn Key Keyboard provides a Fn key Cursor Movement Area Left ButtonRight Button Right/Left Scrolling ArrowUsing the Touchpad Averatec reminds you Configuring the Touchpad Using the Optical Storage Inserting the CD Removing the CD Releasing the CD ManuallySeries Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Configuring the Display Settings Using the Video FunctionChanging the Resolution and Colors Quality Changing the Display Output Device Connecting Audio Devices Using the Audio FunctionVolume Control Control Key function at Direct Play mode Control Key function at Setup Menu modeSeries Notebook PC Direct Play Function Control Key FunctionRemote control key define in any mode Key DefinitionMessage on the LCM Direct play key define in any modeDirector play key define Using the Software Applications Series Notebook PC Using the Recovery CD Resuming the Operating SystemUtility DriversSoftware Applications Series Notebook PC Activating Your System Power Management Series Notebook PC Introduction to the Power Source AC AdapterBattery Pack Charging the BatteryCheck this option Changing the Battery Pack Replacing the battery packPower Options Series Notebook PC Managing the PowerClick Performance and Maintenance Set up the actions Stand by, Hibernate, or Shut down Series Notebook PC Check this option Bios Setup Using Bios Setup Utility When to Use Bios Setup? How to Run Bios Setup?Control Keys Advanced Settings Boot SettingsPower Management Setup Series Notebook PC Main MenuSecurity Settings Exit MenuSeries Notebook PC System Overview ProcessorSystem Memory System TimeSystem Date Month Date Year DaySeries Notebook PC Advanced Settings CPU ConfigurationAcpi Apic support Hyper Threading FunctionIDE Configuration USB Devices EnabledPrimary IDE Master Primary IDE SlaveSeries Notebook PC Security Settings Change Supervisor PasswordChange User Password Clear User PasswordBoot Settings Quick BootQuiet Boot 1st Boot DeviceSeries Notebook PC Power Settings Power SettingsWake on LAN Wake on MDCExit Options Expanding and Upgrading Series Notebook PC Connecting the External Devices Connecting the Peripheral DevicesConnecting the USB Devices Connecting the TV PC onlyConnecting the External Monitor Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LANUsing the Modem Installing the PC Card Installing the PC cardRemoving the PC card Series Notebook PC Safely Remove Hardware SelectUpgrading your System Caring Your Notebook PC Series Notebook PC Protecting Your Notebook PC Locking Your ComputerPower-on Password Setting Up PasswordOperating System Password About Computer Virus Using the Anti-Virus ProtectionNorton AntiVirus Tips for Traveling Series Notebook PC Taking Care of Your Computer Placing and Operating Your ComputerUsing the Battery Pack Cleaning Your ComputerBattery Safety Tips Conserving Battery Power Charging the Battery PackAveratec reminds you