First things first Your guides

Basic care and tips for using your computer

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Getting familiar with your computer

A tour of your computer Front view

Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view

Features

Indicators

Keyboard Special keys

Touchpad Touchpad basics

Launch keys Storage

Inserting and ejecting a diskette Ejecting the optical drive tray Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray

Connectivity options Ethernet and LAN Fax/data modem

Audio

Securing your computer Security slot

Operating on battery power

Battery pack

Battery pack characteristics

Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery

Checking the battery level Optimizing battery life Battery-low warning

Power management

Peripherals and options

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External display devices

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External input devices

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