Redfox Wizbook User manual

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USERMANUAL

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DISCLAIMER
Dear REDFOX User:
Thank you for purchasing and using our product. For future reference, please
read the product specifications as well as all the materials attached before using
the product. We shall not assume responsibility for damages or losses due to
failure to use the device according to this operational manual or to what is
implied by the product specifications.
The proprietary right to alter or change any of the content in the specifications
belongs to our company; no part of the specifications may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means without
prior written permission of the company. Trademarks and trade names
mentioned in the specifications belong to their respective owners. If the content
of the specifications doesn't conform to that of the actual product, the actual
product shall be binding.
If you have inquiries or objections about any content, article or clause in the
specifications, please forward a written objection within seven (7) days after
purchasing the unit. Otherwise, it shall be deemed that you have agreed to,
understood, and accepted all the content of the specifications.
On Software and Peripherals
This laptop computer can support several peripheral devices & hardware, such
as mouse, keyboard, printer, and scanner. The company also guarantees
functionality of software pre-installed in this unit before purchase. Customers
who purchase these products from third parties are bound to the terms and
equipment specifications attached with these items.The company recommends
the use of high-quality equipment and genuine software that are compatible
with the specifications of this laptop computer.
The company does not guarantee the compatibility and reliability of any
third-party peripheral equipment or software attached or installed onto the
computer. For compatibility issues with any of third-party items, please contact
the product’s manufacturer. REDFOX may also provide technical support when
necessary.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Disclaimer
Table of Contents
1. Quick Guide
1.1 Hints
1.2 Basic product care tips
1.2 Safety Instructions
1.3 Instructions before product use
1.4 Battery
1.5 Power
1.6 Ergonomics
2. Product overview
2.1 Product specifications
2.2 Introduction to parts & components
2.3 Unpacking and inspection
3. Operating your computer
3.1 Status indicators
3.2 Turning the computer off
3.3 Function keys
3.4 Touch pad
3.5 Display screen
3.6 Network card
4. BIOS Setup
4.1 BIOS Setup
4.2 Main (main setup)
4.3 [Advanced] Menu
4.3 [Boot] Menu
4.4 [Exit] Menu
5. Installing drivers
6. Basic Troubleshooting
6.1 Sound Problems
6.2 Hard Drive Problems
6.3 Display Problems
6.4 Display Problems
6.5 Problems on memory
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1. QUICK GUIDE
1.1 Hints
Easy-to-read hints indicate that special attention should be paid to the
information succeeding it.These hints are expressed as follows:
[Danger]---indicates high risk;
[Warning]---indicates medium risk;
[Note]---indicates that attention should be paid to light risks;
[Prohibition]---indicates that dangerous operation should be prohibited;
[Reminder]---indicates that attention should be paid to safety or other contents;
in addition to the information expressed along with these hints, please read the
content and safety information on product parts and usage included on the
succeeding chapters.
1.2 Basic Product Care Tips
This laptop is a high-tech precision product that requires proper usage and
maintenance. Please take note of the following basic care tips for using your
REDFOX laptop:
1. Maintenance of the LCD screen
 Don't place heavy objects on top of the laptop computer.
 When placed in a suitcase or backpack, make sure that there aren't
too much objects inside the bag that place additional pressure to the back
part of LCD screen
 Don't scratch, twist, or strike the LCD screen.
 Don't place the LCD screen in an environment where the temperature
exceeds 40ºC or the humidity exceeds 90%.
 Don't expose the LCD screen to direct sunlight or strong
fluorescence.
 Don't place any object between the LCD screen and keyboard, such as a
pencil, paper documents, and other items which may damage or scratch
the screen.
 Don’t use corrosive detergent to wipe LCD screen.
2. To prevent the computer from overheating, please keep the ventilation vents
unobstructed during computer operation.
3. Please make sure that external devices such as floppy drives, CD-ROM and
other mobile storages are safely removed from the system before they are
unplugged. Otherwise, failure to safely remove these devices may lead to system
breakdown or data damage.

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1. Quick Guide
4. Do not open the computer casing while the system is running.
5. Create a back up of your data in advance before formatting the hard drive.This
process shall delete all data previously stored in the system.
6. Power Supply
 The power supply should be stable and be free from interference.
 Make sure that the power has been correctly grounded
when plugging the computer to an external power supply.
 Do not damage the grounding line of the power socket.
 Shut down the computer properly before unplugging.
 If computer will not be used for a long period of time, pull off the
power plug in order to avoid transient voltage that may lead to
possible damage to the computer.
 Make sure to pull from the root of the socket so as to guarantee safety.
 Should the local specifications on electric devices appear
not comprehensible, consult your local power supply company.
7. Unplug the computer from the power supply and remove the battery before
cleaning the device.
8. Do not carry the laptop computer with one hand or place it in an unstable
platform.
9. This product can only be disassembled by an authorized service staff or agents
assigned by the company. Please keep all labels, markings and seals intact since
these are crucial for the warranty and service processes.
10. Do not forget your user password. Else, please contact the supplier or
authorized service center.
11. Do not use pencil and other breakable items to manually eject the disk drive.
1.2 Safety Instructions
1. The power socket hole should be installed in an accessible area near the
equipment. When inserting or pulling out the power cord, always pull from the
root of plug to avoid electric shock. Do not disassemble the power adaptor.
2. Do not use this device near water or spill liquid of any kind onto the product or
its power adaptor.

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3. Do not place the product in places where people frequently go by as to avoid
trampling the electric wire. Make sure that no articles are placed on the electric
wire.
4. Follow all the warning information and indication on the actual unit or any of
the devices and peripherals attached.
5. Remove connection from the external power supply when product is not in use
to avoid excessive transient voltage, which can cause damage.
6. Seek technical service in case of the following:
a.The power line or socket has been destroyed or torn off.
b.The product is drenched, causing damage
c. The product is unable to run normally despite following instructions
in the operational manual.
d.The product is exposed to shock causing damage to internal parts
or casing.
e. For the usage and storage temperature of this product, please refer to the
product specification in annex A. If the product is not used and stored
within the defined temperature scope, it may lead to permanent damages
on the product.
1.3 Instructions before product use
Applicable group
[Note]
The computer is not suitable for independent operation by children seven years
old and below. Adult supervision is advised.
Working environment
[Danger]
For your safety, operate this device strictly in a working environment defined as
follows:
Conditions
Temperature (for storage and transportation)
Relative humidity (for storage and transportation)
Atmospheric pressure
Adaptation capability of power
Working humidity
Working temperature
Value
-20°C - 55°C
20% - 93%(40°C)
86 kPa - 106 kPa
100V-240V, 50Hz ±1Hz
35% - 80%
10°C - 35°C

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1. Quick Guide
[Note]
In order to prevent damage due to dampness,dust,food,liquid,direct exposure to
sunlight or such, the computer should be placed in a cool and dry place with
proper ventilation. Keep this device away from other household electrical
appliances.
[Warning]
Booting or disassembling the computer in a room temperature below 10°C may
lead to internal damages in the device. Leave the computer shut down in a 10°C
to 35°C working environment before using again, to avoid the computer’s
temperature from getting excessively low.
1.4 Battery
For newly-purchased battery:
Empty the new battery’s power completely before charging it for the first time.
Lifespan of the battery:
The duration of the battery may be influenced by the following factors: time of
charging and consumption, operating system, brightness setting of the LCD,
application or programs running , power management setup, network
connections, etc. The battery’s full capacity will also gradually decrease over
frequent use. To improve battery performance and increase its lifespan, the
battery should thoroughly discharge every other month and be recharged fully.
Battery gauge:
The built-in gauge in the battery determines the total battery power and controls
charging and discharging process. To maintain the accuracy if this gauge,
thoroughly discharge the battery every other month and recharge the battery to
its full capacity.
To save on battery power:
A. Main power management:
To save on battery power,adjust processor speed and ambient parts of this device
through the main power management function.
B.The brightness of the LCD:
Decrease the display brightness of this device to save on energy
consumption.

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C. Software and peripheral:
Executing programs and using peripherals on this device consume battery power.
To save the energy consumption, we recommend the following:
 Limit the use of the modem,Wi-Fi or other communication functions.
 Take out the unused PC card from the computer slot.
 Unplug unnecessary peripherals from the computer socket.
Instructions:
Fully discharging the battery
Let the computer run with the battery power until it is fully discharged and the
computer automatically shuts off.
Fully charging the battery
While charging the battery, wait until that the battery indicator lamp in the
computer indicates that the charging has been completed, i.e. reaching full
power. For details, please refer to the power state indication subject in this
manual.
Battery Replacement and Disposal
The battery can only be used in this laptop computer. Replace the battery
properly to avoid danger of explosion. Only battery products of same or
equivalent type recommended by manufacturers can be used for replacement.
Do not disassemble the battery. It is advisable that the replacement and
installation of the lithium-ion battery be done by technical professionals.
Dispose used batteries properly to avoid serious environmental consequences.
Do not dispose in fire or water. You may return the battery to the post-sales and
maintenance department for proper disposal.
Battery maintenance
Thoroughly discharge battery power and recharge up to full capacity at least
every other month or after every other 20 times of incomplete discharge.
Warning
 In order to prevent the fire accident, combustion or damages on
the battery, avoid touching the two poles of the battery with metals.
 Special care should be taken when handling damaged or leaked batteries.
If accidentally exposed to the battery liquid, rinse thoroughly with soap
and water. If it gets into your eyes or open wounds, flush with running
water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.
 For safety purposes, do not charge the battery at temperatures below 0°C
or above 104°F.

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1. Quick Guide
 Do not expose the battery to extreme temperatures
during transportation or storage
1.5 Power
[Danger]
Use only quality three-core grounding power plug and socket with grounding
protection. The power socket should be inserted into an external source with a
sound grounding.
Power lines should conform to local safety regulations such as compliance to CCC
Certification. Cable length should not exceed 4.5 meters. Should you replace
standard power lines, seek aid from authorized professionals to avoid accidents.
Before using an external power source, check first if it conforms to the
specifications of the device.
[Danger]
Avoid using the computer during thunderstorms. Disconnect all cables that
connect the computer outdoors such as the telephone line, network line and
power line. Do not touch these lines or cables during a thunderstorm.
[Warning]
Do not insert an 110V power line into a 220V source. Do not change the voltage
selector switch of the computer power to avoid physical harm or equipment
damage.
[Note]
Carefully examine the AC power line attached after purchasing the unit.In case of
problem, contact your product dealer.
1.6 Ergonomics
[Reminder]
Computer users may experience discomfort such as back pain, eye strain or
headache after prolonged use of the unit. Bad posture, continuous usage,
extreme heat or cold, stress and poor working habits increase risk of physical
injury in using the computer. If you are experiencing recurring discomfort
associated to the use of this device, seek medical advice as soon as possible.The
following gives you information for more a comfortable use of this device:

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1. Back support
 Select a chair which fully supports the lower part of your back.
 Adjust the height of your chair or your working surface
to a comfortable level
2. Posture
 Remove all items in your working area which restricts leg movement
 Rest your legs comfortably on a surface such as the floor or a footstool.
 When using the keyboard, touchpad, or control devices such as a
mouse or a game controller, lightly touch the keys or buttons and
keep your hands and fingers relaxed
 Pause occasionally when typing.
 Avoid resting your palm or wrist on rough surfaces or table edges
 Sit comfortably, allowing the chair to fully support your weight
3. Preventing eye fatigue
 Put the screen in your arm's reach and comfortably sit before the
screen.
 Place screen in a position slightly below eye level. If you refer to
documents frequently, you may place these documents directly before
you slightly move to the side of the display panel.
 For users diagnosed with astigmatism or similar eye problems, it may
be necessary to put the screen lower, or wear glasses suitable to
computer work as advised by qualified eye experts.
 The position of the display should be in a comfortable distance from
the light source as to not generating glares. Use a window curtain or
blinds to minimize glare.
 Clean the display screen regularly.
 Adjust font size, brightness and contrast of the display screen
to a comfortable view.

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2. Product Overview
2.1 Product Specifications
Product Name
CPU
Chipset
System memory
Displaying memory
Display
Input devices
Storage
Hard Drive
Sound
I/O Interface
LAN
Wireless network
Other connectivity
Power
Battery
Dimension
Weight
REDFOX Wizbook Powered by Intel® latest mobile technology
Intel Pinetrail Processor
Intel NM10 Express
DDRII SO-DIMM socket; upgradeable up to 2GB max
Intel GMA X3150; Dynamic shared memory;
10.1”LED B/L wide-screen with 1024×600 resolution
82-key keyboard; touchpad with 2 buttons
3-in-1 card reader (SD/MS/MMC) USB2.0 x 3
2.5”, height 9.5mm, SATA interface, supporting 80GB/
160GB/ 250GB/ 320GB/ 500GB HDD
Stereo headphones; microphone; Supports HD Audio.
1 microphone socket; 1 earphone socket; 2 USB2.0
interfaces; 1 interface for external monitor; 1 socket for
network line (RJ-45); 1 card reader (SD/MS/MMC/Micro-
SD with adaptor); 1 DC-IN socket
10/100M Base-TX
802.11 B/G/N
Bluetooth
Input: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz 1.7A
Output: 17V-19V 3.5A
3-cell smart lithium-ion /lithium polymer battery; up to
160 minutes battery life. Actual battery life will depend
on battery condition and specifications
Approx. 258mm (W) x184mm (D) x28.5mm (H)
Approx. 1.0 kilograms (including battery)
Note: Specifications of similar models of this product may be upgraded,
modified, or changed without prior notice.The configuration of the unit
purchased by the user shall be final and absolute.

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2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.2 Introduction to Parts & Components
Note: Images may vary from the actual unit. For reference use only.
1.Web Camera
2. Screen Panel
3. Power Button
4. Keyboard
5. Built-in Microphone
6.Touch Pad
7. Right Touch Pad Button
8. Left Touch Pad Button
9. DC - in
10. Air Exhaust Vent
11.VGA Port.
12. HDMI Port
14. USB Port
15. Kensington Lock Slot
16. Microphone - In
17. Headphone - Out
18. USB Port
19. USB Port
20. Left Speaker
21. Sub-Woofer
22. Hard Disk Drive
23. Battery
24.Wireless Connectivity Module

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2. Product Overview
2.3 Unpacking and inspection
Carefully unpack the computer and other accessories. If any of the items
are found missing, please contact dealer immediately. Keep the original
packing materials for storage and item replacement.
The package should contain the following parts & components:
1. Laptop computer 4. Disk on driver program
2. Power adaptor 5. Battery
3. User's manual 6.Warranty card
3. OPERATING YOUR COMPUTER
3.1 Status indicators
Function
Orange/ Green lamp:
1. Steady White Light: Indicates Full Charge
2. Flashing Red Light: Indicates Charging State
White lamp: Indicates that the system is reading the hard
drive.
White Light: Indicates that the wireless network card is
currently switched on.
LED Icon
3.2 Turning the computer off
When you finish working on your computer, you may shut down the system or
choose to go to the standby mode or hibernation.
Shutting down:
Please follow the OS instructions to safely shut down the operating system. For
Windows users, click on Start,Turn off Computer, and select Turn Off button. By
doing so, you can avoid data losses or damages in the software.You may also
use the power button to shut down the system.

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3. OPERATING YOUR COMPUTER
Standby/ Hibernation:
Enter sleep mode by closing the computer cover. The system also automatically
enters hibernation mode when not in use for a certain period to minimize energy
drain.To resume, open the computer cover and shortly press the power button
Starting-up:
Press and release the power button.
3.3 Function Keys
Function
Enables Hibernation
Turns the Touchpad function on/off
Shutting off or open the function of 3G
Turns on/off Wireless Devices
Mute
Decreases brightness of the laptop display screen
Increases brightness of the laptop display screen
Switches to one of the three display modes, i.e. laptop
screen only, external display only, and both laptop screen
and external display used simultaneously
Shuts off the display screen
Decreases master volume
Increases master volume
Turns on/off Num Lock Function
Page up
Page down
Skip to Home
Skip to End/Footer
Hot Key
Fn+Esc
Fn+F1
Fn+F2
Fn+F3
Fn+F4
Fn+F5
Fn+F6
Fn+F7
Fn+F8
Fn+F11
Fn+F12
Fn+Insert
Fn+
Fn+
Fn+
Fn+
Icon

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3. OPERATING YOUR COMPUTER
Numeric Keypad
You can activate the numerical keypad by pressing Fn + Numlock.
The numeric is displayed at the right lower corner of keys.This contains keys
for basic calculation, i.e. plus, minus, times and divide. Press the Fn+Numlock
once again to resume original keyboard function.
3.4 Touch pad
The built-in touch pad is a pointing device that follows movement on its
surface to control the mouse pointer. Slide your finger on its surface to move
the cursor.Tap once to select and twice to double-click
3.5 Display screen
Your laptop computer is equipped with a TFT LCD screen designed to be
comfortable to the eyes, It supports high resolution and real color functions.
To prolong the lifespan of display screen
 Adjust the brightness of screen to minimum levels
 Switch the display to an external monitor and shut off the laptop
display screen
 Adjust power management settings so that the system automatically
enters hibernation mode when not in use
[Note]
In order to prolong the battery life of your unit, adjust the brightness to the
minimum levels to consume less battery power.
3.6 Network card
This laptop computer is equipped with a built-in Ethernet network card
conforming to 10/100 Base-TX standard. Insert one end of the LAN line into
the RJ-45 provision at the right side of your computer.This allows data
transfer through the internet.
Wireless network. This laptop computer is also equipped with a built-in
wireless network card which detects Wi-Fi signal in a given location. Follow
instructions in the operating system for setup and access of the wireless
network or consult your local wireless service provider.

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4. BIOS SETUP
4. BIOS Setup
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) contains the pre-set value of a
computer. You can modify these values to meet specific hardware requirements
such as booting through another drive, upgrading, enabling disk recovery or
setting up a BIOS password to prevent unauthorized access.
4.1 BIOS Setup
Here are some cases that may require you to modify the BIOS setup:
 Hardware problem detected in the booting test
 Resetting to default values
 Adjusting setup values to achieve optimum system performance
 Adjusting boot sequence
To enter the BIOS setup, press the F2 key during POST boot.
How to select
You can select items from two- or three-level options consisting of the menu title
in the first level, drop-down menu in the second level, and the sub-menu in the
third level. Move by using the arrow keys and select by pressing ENTER. All
available keyboard controls are seen at the bottom of the screen.
4.2 Main (main setup)
System Time: Setup of system time
System Date: Setup of system date
SATA AHCI Enable: This is enabled if HDD has AHCI function.
SATA Port 1: SATA hard disk port0
SATA Port 2: SATA hard disk port1
System Memory: System basic memory size
Extended Memory: System extended memory size

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4.3 [Advanced] Menu
Legacy USB Support: Option to Support USB 1.0
Summary screen: Setup screen of basic hardware information
Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: Enable Diagnostic Boot-up Details
4.4 [Boot] Menu
Boot priority order: Setups priority order of drives to boot from
USB CDROM: Boot from USB CDROM
IDE HDD: Boot from IDE hard disk
USB KEY: Boot from USB remove disk
USB FDC: Boot from USB floppy disk

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4.5 [Exit] Menu
Exit Saving Changes: Save changes and exit
Exit Discarding Changes: Exit without savings changes
Load Setup Defaults: Load default setup value
Discard Changes: Discard all changes
Save Changes: Save all changes

All specifications and information are subject to changes without further notice.
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5. INSTALLING DRIVERS
Some drivers are required to run some hardware functions that may not be
pre-installed on your computer. To install these drivers, open the driver disc
included to enter the setup program illustrated as follows:
6. Basic Troubleshooting
Every REDFOX™ laptop computer goes through a complete system test and
quality control before having it available in the market. However, in certain
cases, you may encounter some problems on your computer hardware or
software due to incorrect operation or any form of negligence, which need to
be addressed immediately.
This chapter provides instructions on addressing general problems on
hardware and software which may be encountered and yet can be possibly
worked out by self. Should the problem continues to emerge, consult your
distributors for service information.
Select every icon in the menu to install driver

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4. BIOS SETUP
6.1 Sound Problems
No sound
 Double-click the loudspeaker icon at the lower right corner of the taskbar
and check whether the volume of loudspeaker has been adjusted
down or muted.
 Press Fn+F8 in order to increase the volume.
 Most of the problems on sound are due to software adjustments.
Check on your program settings and adjust accordingly.
Unable to record sound
For Windows users, double-click the loudspeaker icon at the lower right corner of
the taskbar.
1. Press the Option and select Property.
2. Select Recording and press the Enter button.
3. After the Enter button is pressed, the control console for recording volume will
pop out.
6.2 Hard Drive Problems
HD is unable to run normally or not recognized by the system
 If the HD is upgraded, check if the actual disk is firmly attached and if
the installation of HD is properly completed. Pull off the joint, re-insert
it firmly and restart the computer once again.
 The new HD needs re-formatting.Th.e operating system and
driver programs will also need to be re-installed.
 Examine if the HD indicator lamp flashes in response when
accessing documents and processing programs
 Check if the HD is broken due to physical or electrostatic damage. In
this case, you may need to replace the HD and re-install the OS, drivers
and other programs.
Slow processing
 If the HD has been used for a long time, excessive and unorganized files,
programs, and disk fragmentation which in turn slows down processes.
To defragment drive:
Start > program > accessory > system tool> disk defragmentation
This process may take some time.
 Check if the hard drive has been infected with virus. Install anti-virus
software to remove malware.