LG X140 User manual

User Guide
Config Name: X140 Series
Some of the components may look different from the picture.

Chapter1.Important notice for user

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1-1. Read this carefully before using the Notebook PC.
▶ Regulatory Notices

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▶ How to protect the human body from the hazardous RF energy exposure.
We recommend that the human body should be kept off at least 15 mm from the external antenna
plug-in-radio-card or the internal antenna located in screen section during the operation or
moving.

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▶ Energy Star
▶Using LG Intelligent Update
To install a driver or application, use LG Intelligent Update provided by LG Electronics .
※ LG Intelligent Update comes preinstalled in your system. You can also download the application from the
website "www.lge.com".
1. Guides you to configure the optimal environment for the system.
Energy Star Compliance
As an
Energy Star partner, LG has determined that standard configurations of this product meet
the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The
ENERGY STAR program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote
energy-efficient products.
Reducing energy consumption of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources.
This computer is shipped with power management enabled with the computer set to sleep after 20
minutes of user inactivity.
To wake your computer, click the mouse or touchpad button or press any key on the keyboard.
Using Wake on LAN
1. Select Start > Computer > Control Panel > View by > Small icons > Device Manager >
Network and Adapter .
2. Right-click the LAN card and select [
Properties ].
3. When the LAN card properties window is displayed, go to the Power Management
tab, check the “ You can exit the standby mode using this device " menu and click
[ OK ].

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2. Provides you with an overview before use.
▶Using Ez User's Guide / Ez Troubleshooting
For more convenient use of the machine, we provide you Ez User's Guide / Ez Troubleshooting .
Click
Help button and refer to Tour to learn how to use Ez User's Guide and Ez Troubleshooting .
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Table of Contents
2. Home
3. Help : Helps you to find the answers to your questions and solve problems.
▶ Ez User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing the LG Electronics product.
This machine is built on cutting-edge technology and has been tested reliably.
For the sake of convenient use, please read this manual in advance.
The below symbols are to inform you of dangers and safety concerns that you must be aware of.
Read the symbol-indicated instructions with caution to avoid any possible mishap.

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Microsoft , MS , WinPE , and Windows are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation .
IBM , IBM Personal Computer , PS/2 , and PC AT are the registered trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation .
Copyright (C) 2009,
LG Electronics Inc. , DigitalMate Co., Ltd.
Please be understanding that this manual may contain incorrect parts despite our dedicated efforts
Appears in the case of noncompliance with the instruction that may cause serious
physical damage or fatal injuries.
Appears in the case of noncompliance with the instruction that may cause minor
damage to the body or the machine.
Tip Indicates that the following information is added to help the user utilize the machine
more conveniently.
Optional
The Optional symbol indicates that the concerned device is not included in the prod -
uct package and thus has to be purchased separately, or the device may not be
applied to the user's machine depending on model type.
LG logo is a registered trademark of LG Corporation.
SONY logo and Memory Stick are the registered trademarks of SONY Corporation.
Transcend logo is a registered trademark of Transcend Corporation.
SD logo is a registered trademark of Secure Digital Corporation.
xD logo is a registered trademark of FUJIFILM Co., ltd.
and is a trademark of
SRS Labs, inc. .
WOW HD and TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, inc. .

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to perfect it.
The examplified figures in this manual may not exactly the same as the real products.
LG Electronics Inc. has rights to modify any part of this manual for the better without prior notice.
Unauthorized reproduction or duplication of any part of this manual is strictly prohibited.
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: Tech-Front(Shanghai)Computer Co., LTD
Company Identifier: LGE
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1. Toolbar
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Option : Displays options.
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2. Navigation Bar
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Search : Allows users to type key words and search manually.
3. Description Pane

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- Displays the explanation of the selected item.
▶ When using the computer, sit in the good posture as shown below.
1. Do not have light directly reflected on the monitor.
2. Set the upper part of the screen to be on the even level with or slightly lower level than your eyes.
3. Adjust the screen while avoiding illuminated reflection.
4. Stretch the neck and back straight.
5. Keep the hands, wrists, and arms horizontally.
6. Adjust the chair to set the hands and arms properly for the keyboard.
▶ Adjusting volume (headset and speakers)
Check the volume before listening to music.
■ Long time use of computer may cause physical fatigue.
■ A 10 minutes break after 50 minute use is desirable. Avoid using the computer more than
2 hours a day.
■ Take a rest regularly and stretch your body.

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▶ System Protection Feature
If the system becomes too hot, the system protection feature automatically stops battery recharging
and switches the power mode to Maximum Power Saving or OFF.
The system may not be reactivated until it cools down enough.
■ Before using the headset, check if the volume is too high.
■ Do not use the headset too long.
■ A headphone that has a resistance higher than 20 can cause
electromagnetic interference. Therefore, we recommend you to use a
headphone that has a resistance less than 20 .

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1-2. Important safety information
Please avoid any undesirable environmental factor that shortens the machine's life span. Use the
machine in a safe and stable place.
※ The warranty does not cover any damage resulting from reckless use or use in undesirable environments.
▶Using Battery
Charge the battery only with the provided instrument.
Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of fire.
Do not throw or disassemble the battery.
The resulting impairment may cause an injury, explosion, or fire.
Use batteries certified and acknowledged by
LG Electronic Inc.
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur.
Prevent the battery from being contact with any metallic object like a car ignition key or a paper
clip.
Otherwise, the battery may be overheated to be damaged resulting in a fire or an in
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jury.
Keep the battery away from heat.
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may occur.
Do not short-circuit the battery.
Otherwise, it may explode.

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Do not dispose of a spent (backup) battery arbitrarily.
It may explode or cause a fire.
Disposal methods may differ by country and region. Dispose of the spent battery in
accordance with the laws and safety rules of the country and region.
If you find leakage or smell bad odor from the battery, remove the battery and contact the local
service center.
It may explode or cause a fire.
Avoid humidity and heat above 60 as in cars or saunas.
It may explode or cause a fire.
Keep the battery out of reach of children or pets.
If damaged, it could cause an injury.
Keep the battery from being pierced by a sharp object or a chew of your pet.
It may explode or cause a fire.
Do not sink the battery in water.
Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of explosion.
Ensure that the battery pack is locked to the machine after installation.
Otherwise, the battery pack may be damaged.

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▶ Installation
Do not use the laptop on top of carpet, blanket or bed. Also, do not put the adapter under the
blanket.
The product may malfunction, cause a fire or burn the user due to temperature rise.
Read the directions printed on the battery pack carefully before use.
Keep the battery at room temperature. Refer to other Tips and directions in this guide
to store the battery properly.
Do not use the machine in damp places like a laundry room or bathroom.
Moisture may cause a glitch or an electric shock.
The desirable temperature and humidity ranges are from 10 to 35 and from 20 to
80 RH, respectively.
Dispose of the desiccating agent and wrapping plastic properly.
The desiccating agent and wrapping plastic may cause suffocation.
Use the product in a dust-free environment.
Otherwise, the system may not function properly.
Do not leave any object nearer than 15 cm in from the computer.
Otherwise, lack of ventilation could overheat the machine from inside and you could
get a burn from the heat.

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▶Using AC Adapter
Place the machine in a safe place so that it does not fall.
If dropped, the machine could be damaged and even cause an injury.
Do not leave or use the computer near a magnetic object.
Otherwise, the hard disk and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly.
Never place the computer on a bag with magnetic objects including magnetic buttons.
Otherwise, the hard disk and the system may be damaged and fail to operate properly.
Operate the product in a place without electromagnetic interference.
Keep a proper distance between the computer and such electronic appliances as speak
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ers that generate strong magnetic fields.
Otherwise, data may be lost from the hard disk or the LCD may show impaired color
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ation.
Do not put any heavy object on the machine.
If falling, the object could damage the machine and cause an injury.
Do not use loose plugs or damaged power cords.
An electric shock or fire may occur.
Do not touch the power cord with your hands wet.
Otherwise, an electric shock may occur.

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Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the power.
Otherwise, a fire may occur or the product may get damaged.
Operate the product at the proper voltage.
Excessive voltage may result in damage on the product, electric shock or fire.
Use power outlets with an earth pin installed and proper supply of rated electricity.
An electric leakage may cause an electric shock or fire.
Plug the power cord tightly into the outlet.
Loose connection of the power cord could cause a fire.
In the case that a strange noise is heard from the cord or plug, disconnect the power cord
from the outlet immediately and contact the service center.
A fire or electric shock may occur.
Never disassemble the power supply and adapter.
A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.
Use a socket with an earth pin equipped.
If not earthed, the product may cause an electric shock and get damaged.
Ensure that the power outlet is earthed before plugging in.
Otherwise, an electric shock from power leakage may occur.