Dreamcom 10 series User manual

10 series
User Guide Notebook
English

Notebook
User Guide
dreamcom 10 series

Copyright © 2008 Dreamcom Corporation
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dreamcom 10 series User Guide
Original Issue: March 2008
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify
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your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model
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Contact email: [email protected]
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Contents
Preface vii
Connecting the computer vii
Care and maintenance x
1 Getting familiar with your computer 1
A tour of your computer 3
Top view 3
Closed top view 5
Left view 6
Right view 7
Rear view 7
Bottom view 8
Features 9
2 Using your computer 13
Using the display 15
Adjusting brightness 15
Switching the video image 15
Adjusting LCD height 16
Indicators 18
Using the keyboard 19
Identifying special keys 19
Using the touchpad 24
Using a battery pack 26
Battery pack characteristics 26
Optimizing battery life 29
Using the optical drive 32
Connecting peripherals 34
USB devices 34
External monitor 34
External keyboard 35
External pointing device 35
Printer 35
Audio devices 35
ExpressCard 35
Smart card 36
Docking station 37
Securing your computer 38
Security notch 38
Fingerprint recognition sensor 38
Passwords 38

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3 Software 39
Launch Manager 41
BIOS Utility 42
4 Replacing components 45
Installation precautions 47
ESD precautions 47
Pre-installation instructions 48
Post-installation instructions 48
Tool requirements 49
Removing the battery pack 50
Removing the lower cover 51
Replacing a memory module 52
Replacing the hard disk drive module 54
Installing and removing the SIM card 57
5 Moving with your computer 59
Disconnecting from the desktop 61
Moving around 62
Preparing the computer 62
What to bring to short meetings 62
What to bring to long meetings 62
Taking the computer home 63
Preparing the computer 63
What to bring with you 63
Special considerations 63
Setting up a home office 64
Traveling with the computer 65
Preparing the computer 65
What to bring with you 65
Special considerations 65
Traveling internationally with the computer 66
Preparing the computer 66
What to bring with you 66
Special considerations 66
6 Troubleshooting 67
Frequently-asked questions 69
Error messages 72

v
A Specifications 77
B Notices 81
Index 87

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Preface
The dreamcom 10 notebook computer incorporates the latest mobile
technologies in a slim and portable package.
This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-
to-day operation of your notebook computer. You should also take
advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the
programs shipped with your computer.
We hope you enjoy your notebook computer. With proper care, your
computer will provide you with years of productive service.
Connecting the computer
Connecting the computer is as easy as 1-2-3.
1. Place the computer upside down on a flat, stable surface.
2. Slide the battery cover latch toward the left (1), then remove the
battery cover (2).
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3. Align the tabs on the battery pack with the grooves on the battery bay,
then insert the battery in place.
4. Replace the battery cover. Make sure to slide the battery cover latch
forward to lock the battery cover.
Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully recharge the
battery, then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before
recharging again. Perform this action twice to condition the battery
pack.
5. Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC-in port on the
computer’s rear panel.
6. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and the other end to a
properly grounded power outlet.
7. Open the display by lifting up the cover then tilt it to a comfortable
viewing position.
Warning! Do not open the LCD display to more than 120° angle
when the computer is positioned at an angle of 10° to the
surface. Failure to do so may cause unit to tip over or fall and
cause serious injury.
The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the display (e.g.,
enters standby mode) to conserve power when you close the display
cover, and turns it back on when you open the display cover.
Caution: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when you
close it. Also, do not place any object on top of the computer when
the display is closed.

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8. Press the power button to turn on the power. The POST (power-on
self-test) routine executes and Windows begins loading.
Note: To turn off the power, use the Windows Turn Off command to
shut down the computer. If you are unable to shut down your
computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than
four seconds to turn off the computer. If you turn off the computer and
want to turn it on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up.

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Care and maintenance
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it near
sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or
above 50ºC (122ºF).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the
computer.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter:
• Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
• Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from all potential
traffic.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull
on the plug.
• The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not
exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension
cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a
single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.

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Taking care of your battery pack
Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack:
• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the power
off before removing or replacing batteries.
• Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children.
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle if at
all possible.
Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Remove the battery pack.
4. Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following
occurs:
• The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the product.
• The computer does not operate normally.

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1 Getting familiar with
your computer

This chapter gives an in-depth "tour" of the computer’s
many features.

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A tour of your computer
Top view
#Item Icon Description
1 Web camera Enables you to communicate via video
with people over the Internet.
Note: The camera can only be used
when it is turned on.
2 Display screen Also called LCD (liquid-crystal display),
displays computer output.
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3 Indicators LEDs (light-emitting diodes) that turn on
and off to show the status of the
computer and its functions and
components.
For details on “Indicators” see page 18.
4 Fingerprint
recognition
sensor
Identifies the authorized fingerprint.
5 Power button Turns on the computer power.
6 Mute button Mutes the sound.
7 Bluetooth
button1
Enables or disables the Bluetooth
function.
8 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
9 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
For details on “Using the touchpad” see
page 24.
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11
Click buttons
(left and right)
The left and right buttons function like the
left and right mouse buttons.
12 Palm rest Comfortable support area for your hands
when you use the computer.
13 WWAN button
(option)1
Enables or disables the Wireless Wide
Area Network function.
14 WLAN button1Enables or disables the Wireless Local
Area Network function.
15 Skype end
button2
Press to hang up or end a Skype call.
16 Skype call
button2
Press to bring up the Skype window and
initiate a call over Skype.
17 Speakers Built-in speakers for rich audio sound.
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1The Bluetooth, WWAN, and WLAN buttons are pre-set to run the wireless utility programs,
but can be reset by users. To set the Bluetooth, WWAN and WLAN buttons, run the
Launch Manager. See “Launch Manager” on page 41 for details.
2Before you can use the Skype call and end buttons to place calls, you must have the
Skype software installed on your computer.You can also use the Launch Manager to set
both buttons to run applications.
Closed top view
18 LCD slider
latch
Slide latch to the left to adjust the height
of the LCD.
19 Akustica digital
microphones
Internal microphones for sound
recording.
#Item Description
1 LCD hinge arm Supports the LCD.
2 LCD rails Connects to the hinge arm and allows you to
adjust the height of the display in three height
increments to ensure correct ergonomic
position.
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Left view
#Item Icon Description
1 DVI port Connects to a DVI-compliant digital monitor or
an analog monitor using a DVI-VGA cable.
2 USB ports Connect to USB devices (e.g., USB digital
camera).
3 Headphone-out
jack
Connects to headphone.
4 Microphone jack Inputs sounds and voices into your computer.
5 Smart card slot Accepts a smart card module.
6 ExpressCard
slot
Accepts on ExpressCard/34 module.
7 Infrared port Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g. infrared
printer, IR-aware computer).
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Right view
Rear view
#Item Description
1 Optical drive Accepts a CD or DVD.
2 LED indicator Lights up when the optical drive is active.
3 Eject button Press to eject the CD or DVD.
#Item Description
1 Security keylock Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer
security lock.
2 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter.
3 Network jack Connects to an Ethernet-based network.
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