Winbook W100 User manual

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Conventions of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Hardware — Inventory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The WinBook Notebook — The Front; The Right Side;
The Rear; The Left Side; The Bottom; Inside the Notebook . . . . . . . . . 13
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Keyboard — Keyboard System Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mouse Buttons & Pointing Devices — Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
L D Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Audio/Sound — Built-in Speakers; Built-in Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Writable Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Software — Preloaded Software; Adding Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Chapter 2: Windo s Help and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using the Help and Support enter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
WinBook Users’ Manual and the Help and Support enter . . . . . . . . . . 37
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Why Use the Help and Support enter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Battery Operation — Charging; Changing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Management — WinBook Notebook Low
Power Measures; Standby and Hibernate Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Safety & Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Travel — Travel Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Table
of
Contents
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Table of Contents
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Chapter 4: Upgrading Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Memory — To Upgrade a Memory Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Upgrading the Hard Drive — To Upgrade Your Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Firmware Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Preface
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
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.
Their limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, 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 receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between 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.
Notice 1:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible or compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Notice 2:
Shielded interface cables and AC power, if any, must be used in order
to comply with emission limits.
Every attempt has
been made to keep
this manual current,
but there might be changes
between the writing of this
manual and your purchase
of the WinBook notebook.
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Windows has a built in application for supplying feature rich help and
support content called the “Help and Support Center”. Through the use
of the Help and Support Center, you may find more detailed information
about your machine and its operating system as well as tips and problem reso-
lutions. This symbol will help you to directly find the information you are looking
for by supplying the keywords that should be searched for within the Help and
Support Center. For specific information on how to use the Help and Support
Center, refer to the “Windows Help and Support” chapter in this manual.
The exclamation symbol
identifies information
which is important for
you to read to avoid damage
to the computer, loss of data,
or personal injury.
The pencil symbol indi-
cates that you should take
note of the accompanying
information.
This identifies information
that you might find partic-
ularly helpful in using your
computer or this manual.
This warning cautions
you against actions which
might be destructive to
your data or might disrupt proper
system operation.
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Preface
Conventions of This Manual
Using this manual will help you get the most from your WinBook
notebook computer. Keep the manual and the Quickstart Guide with
your WinBook notebook to refer to when you want information and
help. If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s
Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read Chapter
1 on the features specific to your WinBook notebook and then take
advantage of the HTML-based help located in the Help and Support
center in Windows. The hypertext links will enable you to move more
quickly to the information you require. If you are a less experienced
user, you should read through the manual carefully before using your
system. Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult
the Help and Support Center if you encounter any problems with your
WinBook notebook. You will find answers there to many common
problems or errors.
Before proceeding, you should be aware of some of the conventions
of usage in this manual:
• Specific keyboard keys to be typed are indicated in square
brackets: [Tab].
• Combinations of keys are indicated with a plus sign between the keys:
[Shift]+[Tab]. For a combination of keys, you should depress the keys
simultaneously. You might also find it easier to hold down the control
keys ([Alt] or [Shift] or [Ctrl]) of the combination and then press the
final key of the combination.
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In order to get the optimal usage out of your WinBook notebook,
you should remember the following:
• Read through all the instructions for your WinBook notebook,
including this manual and the Quickstart Guide that came with
your computer.
• Keep the area free of static electricity and magnetic fields. These
can damage the computer and/or diskettes.
• Be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before
touching the computer or keyboard.
• Use the same caution you would with any electronic equipment.
Keep food, drinks, smoke and ashes away from your computer.
Store the computer in an area that is not exposed to direct sunlight
or heating ducts. Keep the computer away from sources of excessive
moisture. Damage to the computer caused by immersion is not
covered by the warranty.
• When cleaning the computer or its components, apply the proper
cleaning solutions or sprays only to the cloth, not to the computer
or its components.
• If there is ever a need to disconnect internal components other
than those mentioned in the instructions that came with your
system, please have this done by a qualified service technician.
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• You should never attempt to physically repair a CD-ROM, CD-R/RW
or DVD drive or diskette drive yourself.
• Do not attempt to repair or open a battery yourself. The battery should
not be exposed to extreme heat, as explosion can result. Proper battery
disposal is required. Do not dispose of a battery in regular waste.
• Do not block the cooling fans on the sides or bottom of your unit.
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Preface
Contact WinBook
Customer Service for
proper battery disposal
methods. Contact information
is available at www.winbook.com
under contact us.
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The information in this document and the associated WinBook notebook Help file
is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment
by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that might
appear in this document or the associated WinBook notebook Help file.
The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be
used and copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility
is assumed for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by
the manufacturer or its affiliated companies.
Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject
to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data
and Computer Software clause at DFARS 5 . 7-7013.
Ackno ledgements
WinBook®is a registered trademark of WinBook Corporation. MS-DOS, Internet
Explorer, Windows®XP is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Active
Desktop is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. All other trademarks and
registered trademarks are property of their respective corporations.
Copyright Notice
Duplication or reproduction of this manual in any form without prior permission from
Micro Electronics, Inc. represents an infringement of copyright.
© 003 WinBook Corporation
Manual Version 1.0
Release Date: October 003
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Chapter 1:
Getting Started
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Your WinBook notebook is designed for those who need the full power
of a desktop PC in a thin, light and easily portable package. You can
take the power of your computer almost anywhere you go. The battery
power of your computer allows you to use the computer even where there
are no electrical outlets. You can add optional elements to your system
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Continuous use of a keyboard may cause repetitive stress injuries
or discomfort, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and
tenosynovitis. You should seek medical advice if you feel any aching,
numbing or tingling in your arms, wrists or hands.
Suggestions for maximizing comfort in using a keyboard include:
• Take frequent breaks from typing
• Maintain a straight wrist position
• Avoid resting on your wrists while typing
• Use a light touch on keys
• Ensure that your chair, work surface, monitor and keyboard
are in the correct positions to keep your back and neck straight,
your shoulders relaxed and your elbows at your sides.
Consult your doctor or other health professional for medical advice
on how to reduce your risk of injury or discomfort from continuous
keyboard use.
WARNING
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