Everex StepNote NC1500 User manual

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Copyright ©2006
All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan
Notebook Computer User Guide
Original Issue: 2006/8
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer.
Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is
subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,
recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission.
Trademarks
Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the
trademarks of their respective companies.
Microsoft, Windows XP, and Windows Sound System are trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
VIA C7TM-M is registered trademark of VIA Technologies, Inc.
Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology.
All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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FCC Information to User
Safety and Care Instructions
No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you
read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you
and your computer from possible harm.
Radio and television interference
Warning: Use the specified shielded power cord and shielded signal cables
with this computer, so as not to interfere with radio and television reception. If
you use other cables, it may cause interference with radio and television
reception.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the device and receiver
•Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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You may find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission: Interference Handbook (stock number 004-
000-00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC20402
Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without
approval. Modification could void authority to this equipment.
FCC RF Exposure
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your
body.
15.247 (b)(4), the EUT meets the requirement that it be operated in a manner
that ensures the public is not exposed to radio frequency energy levels in
excess of the Commission’s guidelines (1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093)
Information of the responsible party for a DoC product
Product name: Notebook PC
Model number: NC1500
Technical Support:
Address: 6FL., No.300 Yang Gunag St.,
Neihu, Taipei, Taiwan
Telephone:[phone] ext.7935
Fax: [phone]
Emaill: [email protected]
Technical Support in the US:
Address : 5020 Brandin Court Fremont
CA 94538 USA
Telephone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
Email : [email protected]
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment
5.105 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements, Part
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
---Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
---Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
---Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
5.21 Regulatory information / Disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance
with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the
product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this
device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for
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any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of
this device, or the substitution of the connecting cables and equipment other
than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any
interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or
attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will
assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations
arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to
5.25GHz frequency range. According to FCC 15.407(e), requires this product
to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25GHz to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel of the Mobile Satellite
Systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary user of the 5.25 to 5.35GHz and
5.65 to 5.85GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and /
or damage this device
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance
Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirement of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Shielded Cables Notice
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded
cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Peripheral Devices Notice
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Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to
comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with
non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.
Optical Disk Drive Notice
The optical disk drive is Class 1 Laser Product.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user’s authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this computer.
Use Conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
European Notice
For the following equipment: Everex StepNote Notebook
Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member
States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Low voltage
Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive
(93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive
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99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.
The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the
following European standards:
EN 300 328-2 V.1.2.1 (2001-12)
EN 301 489-1 V.1.3.1 (2001-09) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.1.1 (2000-09)
EN 50371: 2002
EN 55022: 2001
EN 55024: 2001
EN 60950: 2000
EN 61000-3-2: 2000
EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001
802.11b and 802.11g Restrictions:
- European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW
EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835GHz;
- In France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465-2.4835GHz
frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use."
Regulatory statement (R&TTE / WLAN IEEE 802.11a)
Operation of this device is subjected to the following National regulations and
may be prohibited to use if certain restriction should be applied.
Austria Limited to 5150 – 5250 MHz
Belgium 5250 - 5350 MHz excluded
5150-
5350MHz
Croatia Licence required
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Italy General authorization required if used outside
own premises
Latvia Limited to 5150 – 5300 MHz, Under Study
Luxembourg None; General authorization required for
public service
Austria Not implemented; Military band
Bulgaria Not implemented
Croatia Not implemented
Czech
Republic
Not implemented; Planned
France Not implemented; France will implement this
band identified by the ERC DEC(99)23 when
the efficiency of the mitigation techniques
made mandatory by this Decision is ensured
Hungary Not implemented; Equipment/ Standard not
available
Italy General authorization required if used outside
own premises
Luxembourg None; General authorization required for
public service
5470-
5725MHz
Slovak
Republic
Not implemented; Military services
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About Your Notebook Computer
Congratulations for having purchased your new Everex
StepNote. This computer incorporates the latest in notebook
designs with the newest technologies available.
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About Your User Guide
Welcome to your Everex StepNote User Guide. This manual
introduces you to the basic concepts of your new computer.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Chapter 3 Using Your Notebook Computer
Chapter 4 Multimedia Setup
Chapter 5 Connecting External devices
Chapter 6 System BIOS Setup
Chapter 7 Upgrade Options
Chapter 8 Care and Maintenance
Appendix A System Specifications
Appendix B System Recovery and Driver Installation
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Table of Contents
ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER........................................ 10
ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE............................................................... 11
1INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 17
1.1 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT .................................................................... 18
1.2 UNPACKING THE COMPUTER ......................................................... 20
1.3 THE INSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ..................................................... 20
Notebook Status Icons.................................................................. 23
1.4 THE FRONT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK............................................. 25
1.5 THE REAR SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK............................................... 25
1.6 THE LEFT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK................................................ 27
1.7 THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ............................................. 28
1.8 THE UNDERSIDE OF THE NOTEBOOK ............................................. 29
1.9 NOTEBOOK ACCESSORIES.............................................................. 31
1.10 NOTEBOOK OPTIONS ..................................................................... 32
2GETTING STARTED...................................................................... 33
2.1 USING THE BATTERY PACK ........................................................... 34
Extending Battery Life.................................................................. 36
2.2 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE.......................................... 37
2.3 STARTING YOUR COMPUTER......................................................... 38
2.4 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS ............................................ 40
2.5 TURNING OFF YOUR COMPUTER.................................................... 40
3USING YOUR NOTEBOOK........................................................... 41
3.1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM .......................................... 42
3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS ............................. 42
Basic Keyboard Functions ........................................................... 45
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Cursor Control Keys.....................................................................46
Screen Control Keys.....................................................................47
Windows Hot Keys........................................................................47
Special Function Keys..................................................................47
3.3 USING THE TOUCHPAD POINTING DEVICE....................................... 48
3.4 CONFIGURING YOUR SCREEN DISPLAY .........................................50
Possible Display Configurations..................................................51
Changing the Display Properties under Windows..................................51
3.5 KNOWING THE POWER SAVING FEATURES .................................... 52
3.6 WORKING WITH THE BUILT-IN HDD...............................................53
3.7 HOW TO ACCESS THE OPTICAL DRIVE...........................................54
4FUNWITHMULTIMEDIA.................................................................. 57
4.1 NOTEBOOK MULTIMEDIA FEATURES............................................. 58
4.2 AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM FEATURES ................................................58
4.3 SETTING UP THE AUDIO DRIVER PROPERTIES................................ 59
4.4 WINDOWS MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMS .............................................59
4.5 RECORDING SOUNDS .....................................................................60
Using an External Microphone.................................................... 63
Using the Built-in Optical Drive ..................................................63
4.6 PLAYING AUDIO AND SOUND ........................................................64
Using the Windows Media Player................................................ 65
4.7 PLAYING VIDEO AND MPEG FILES ...............................................65
4.8 USING DVD ..................................................................................66
5CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS.............................................69
5.1 USING THE USB PORT................................................................... 70
5.2 USINGAN EXTERNAL MONITORPORT .................................................. 71
5.3 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM.......................................... 72
5.4 USING THE LAN PORT...................................................................73
5.5 USING THE WIRELESS LAN...........................................................74
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5.6 USING THE MODEM PORT.............................................................. 74
6CUSTOMIZINGYOUR NOTEBOOK.............................................. 77
6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM .......................................... 78
6.2 USING THE MAIN MENU SETUP..................................................... 80
6.2.1 Internal HDD Sub-Menu................................................... 82
6.2.2 Internal Optical Drive Sub-Menu...................................... 83
6.3 USING THE ADVANCED CMOS SETUP........................................... 84
6.4 SECURITY MENU SETUP ................................................................ 85
6.5 USING THE BOOT SETUP................................................................ 87
6.6 HOW TO EXIT THE SETUP PROGRAM.............................................. 88
6.7 HOW TO UPGRADE THE BIOS........................................................ 89
7USING OPTIONS............................................................................. 91
SYSTEM UPGRADE................................................................................... 92
7.1 MEMORY UPGRADE....................................................................... 92
Installing a Memory Module........................................................ 93
7.2 HARD DISK UPGRADE ................................................................... 94
8CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK.............................................. 97
8.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 98
8.2 CLEANING YOUR COMPUTER ...................................................... 100
8.3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY .............................................. 101
8.4 MAINTAINING YOUR HARD DISK ................................................ 101
8.5 BATTERY CARE GUIDELINES....................................................... 102
8.6 WHEN YOU TRAVEL.................................................................... 103
APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION...................................... 105
SYSTEM SPECIFICATION ........................................................................ 106
Processor Unit............................................................................ 106
System Memory........................................................................... 106
LCD Display............................................................................... 106
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VGA System ................................................................................ 106
Storage........................................................................................107
Audio System .............................................................................. 107
Touchpad....................................................................................107
Keyboard ....................................................................................107
Flash BIOS ................................................................................. 108
I/O Ports.....................................................................................108
Wireless devices.......................................................................... 108
AC/DC Power Supply Adapter...................................................108
Battery ........................................................................................108
Weight and Dimension ...............................................................108
APPENDIX B SYSTEM RECOVERY AND DRIVER
INSTALLATION...................................................................................109
SYSTEM RECOVERY...............................................................................110
Prepare Recovery DVD(s)/CD(s)............................................... 111
Using Recovery Disk .................................................................. 117
DEVICE DRIVERS INSTALLATION........................................................... 137
Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive....................... 137
driver installation note:.............................................................. 137
Installing the Chipset Driver...................................................... 137
Installing the VGA Device Driver .............................................. 138
Installing the Audio Device Driver............................................. 138
Installing the Modem Device Driver.......................................... 139
Installing ENE - Keyboard Controller driver ............................ 139
Installing the Wireless LAN Device Driver................................140
Installing the LAN Device Driver............................................... 140
Technical Support.......................................................................141
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Introduction1
1 Introduction
Your Everex Computer is a fully Windows®
compatible portable computer. With the latest
features in mobile computing and multimedia
technology, this notebook is a natural choice for uses
seeking portability and performance.
Your Everex StepNote NC Series Notebook runs a
wide variety of business, personal productivity,
entertainment and professional applications and is
ideal for use in the office, home and on the road.
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1.1 Feature Highlight
Before we identify each part of your Everex StepNote Notebook, we will first
introduce you to other notable features of your computer.
Processing Unit
•Your notebook runs on VIA C7TM -M microprocessor that is integrated
with 1MB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed.
•Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating
systems such as Windows XP.
Memory
This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDRII SDRAM 200-
pin SODIMM modules up to 2GB using 256MB, 512MB or 1024MB DDRII
SDRAM modules.
Wide Screen LCD Display
Provides extraordinary 15.4"1280 x 800 (16:10) wide screen LCD display. It is
the best choice for you to watch DVD movie.
Wireless LAN
IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI Module (BTO)
Optical Drive
Provides the DVD Dual or DVD/CD-RW Combo.
USB 2.0
Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission.
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Graphic System
Provides blazing graphics controller embedded in VIA VN800 chipset
PCI Local Bus Architecture
•32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU
and PATA hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA ATA-133 PIO Mode up
to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme.
Audio System
Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster compatible.
Flash BIOS
Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix
Flash utility program.
Power and System Management
•Integrated SMM (System Management Mode) on system chipset that shuts
down components not in use to reduce power consumption. To execute
power management, you can set up the parameter in Power Options
properties by pointing your mouse to Control Panel of Windows.
•Closing the Notebook computer (lowering the cover) allows you to
suspend the system operation instantly and resume at the press of the
power button.
•System Password for User and Supervisor included on the BIOS SETUP
Program to protect unauthorized use of your computer.
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1.2 Unpacking the Computer
Your computer comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping
carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove
the contents. In addition to this User Guide, the shipping carton should also
contain the following items:
;The Notebook Computer
;An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord
;Li-Ion Battery Pack
;CD with Driver Utility and User Guide
Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or
damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, contact Everex (see
Page 120). Be sure to save the shipping materials and carton in case you need
to ship the computer or store for an extended period of time.
1.3 The Inside of the Notebook
The notebook computer is compact with features on every side. First, look
at the inside of the system. The following sections describe inside features.
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