Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto VA4100M del fabbricante Everex
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User Manual *Covers Models VA4100M, VA4200M, VA4300M Do it All with the Everex® StepNote® V A Series Notebook Computer . Preinstalled with Windows® XP Media Center Edition and running on the power .
N otebook User Guide 2 Copyright©2006 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2006/11 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual has been ca refully checked for its accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
N otebook User Guide 3 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.
N otebook User Guide 4 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 fr om the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402 Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval.
N otebook User Guide 5 Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, te rminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attach ed to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to re sult in interference to radio and TV reception.
N otebook User Guide 6 (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 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.
N otebook User Guide 7 PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.
N otebook User Guide 8 About Your Notebook Computer C ongratulation for having purchased your new Everex StepNote. This notebook incorporates the newest features to serve all your computing needs.
N otebook User Guide 9 About Your User Guide W elcome to your Everex StepNo te User Guide. This manual introduces you to the basic con cepts of your new computer.
N otebook User Guide 10 Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR NOTEBOOK COMPUTER .......................................... 8 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE ................................................................. 9 1 INTRODUCTION ..............................
N otebook User Guide 11 Cursor Control Keys ..................................................................... 43 Screen Control Keys ..................................................................... 44 Windows Hot Keys ........................
N otebook User Guide 12 6.3 U SING THE A DVANCED CMOS S ETUP ........................................... 84 6.4 S ECURITY M ENU S ETUP ................................................................ 86 6.5 U SING THE B OOT S ETUP ....................
N otebook User Guide 13 Flash BIOS ................................................................................. 110 I/O Ports ..................................................................................... 110 Wireless devices..............
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Introduction 1 15 1 Introduction Y our 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.
N otebook User Guide 16 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 Intel® Cele ron® M microprocessor that is integrated with 1MB L2 Cache.
Introduction 1 17 USB 2.0 Provides three USB2.0 ports for fastest I/O data transmission. Graphic System VIA Chrome9 TM HC IGP provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA VN896 chipset PCI Local Bus Architecture • 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and SATA hard disk drives.
N otebook User Guide 18 1.2 Unpacking the Computer Your computer comes securely packag ed in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your computer, open the carton and carefully remove the contents.
Introduction 1 19 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 2. Built-in Speaker 3. Keyboard 4. Touchpad Pointing Device 5. Power On/Resume Button 6. LED Indicators • Color Widescreen LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a co lor LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position.
N otebook User Guide 20 ⇓ Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor. • Built-in Speaker Integr ated mini speaker pro vides sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure .
Introduction 1 21 N OTEBOOK S TATUS I CONS The Status LED Panel keeps you informed of the notebook’s current power and operating status. Each LED is ma rked with an icon to designate the system status. 1. Power Indicator 2. Battery Charging LED 3. Drive Access 4.
N otebook User Guide 22 ⇓ Lights orange to indicate that the battery is in charging. ⇓ When the light is off, it indicates the battery is fully charged or no battery installed. • Drive Access When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk or Optical Disk Drive.
Introduction 1 23 1.4 The Front Side of the Notebook 1. Cover Switch • Cover Switch The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for ope ning the cover of the computer. 1.5 The Rear Side of the Notebook The system ports at the back of your notebook computer can connect various devices.
N otebook User Guide 24 • USB 2.0 Ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.0- compliant devices (for example, prin ters, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer. • VGA Port Lets you attach an external monitor or projector for wider display.
Introduction 1 25 1.6 The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 1. Modem Port 2. Optical Disk Drive • Modem Port A 56K internal fax/data modem is inst alled. It keeps you connected to the outside world through phone line.
N otebook User Guide 26 2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use the telephone to report a ga s leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.
Introduction 1 27 Right Side Features • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an exte rnal microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your notebook computer. • Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening.
N otebook User Guide 28 1. Hard Disk Compartment 2. Battery Lock Latch 3. Battery Bay 4. Wireless LAN Compartment 5. Memory Compartment 6. Battery Release Latch Bottom of the System • Hard Disk Compartment Open this cover of this compartment to replace with other Hard Disk Drive.
Introduction 1 29 • Battery Release Latch To release the battery, first make su re the computer is turned off, unplugged from power source. Locate th e Battery Lock Latch at the left side in unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack.
N otebook User Guide 30 1.10 Notebook Options DVD/CD-RW Combo Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW CD for you to backup the data and also can read DVD/CD title. DVD dual (Dual Rewritable DVD combo) Device Pack This device pack combines following tw o standard packs.
Getting Started 2 31 2 Getting Started Y our Notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible.
N otebook User Guide 32 2.1 Using the Battery Pack The notebook is designed to operate wi th one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet.
Getting Started 2 33 Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most conven ient way to install the battery pack into your computer. With the ex tended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack.
N otebook User Guide 34 Replacing the Battery Pack When your notebook estimates that th e battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep.
Getting Started 2 35 2.2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an auto- switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.
N otebook User Guide 36 + y For the power supply of this equipmen t, an approved power cord has to be used. y Make sure the socket and any ex tension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. y Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.
Getting Started 2 37 After the test, the screen will also display a message " press <F2> to enter SETUP ". You don’t need to run this prog ram at the moment as your dealer already made the necessary settings fo r your computer optimal operation.
N otebook User Guide 38 More importantly, never close the LCD pa nel for a long period of time when computer is on and power saving features are disabled.
Using Your Notebook 3 39 3 Using Your Notebook T his chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the Everex StepNote. If you are unfamiliar with personal computers or the Microsoft® Windows® operating system, in addition to this chapter, we recommend reading the Windows® Help and Support page located on your computer.
N otebook User Guide 40 3.1 Starting Your Operating System The operating system is the software foundation for your computer. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®.
Using Your Notebook 3 41 1. Function Keys 2. Control Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 4. Control Keys 5. Windows Shortcut Key 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard.
N otebook User Guide 42 • Typewriter keys Typewriter keys (also called alphanumeric keys) are used to enter text and characters. Keys with blue print on them behave differently when combined with control keys. B ASIC K EYBOARD F UNCTIONS Keypad Function Description < Enter > key.
Using Your Notebook 3 43 Keypad Function Description used in most application program in combination with other keys to execute a certain command. < Tab > key. Press this key to move the cursor to the next tab stop on the right. This key works much the same as in ordinary typewriter.
N otebook User Guide 44 Keypad Function Description Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time. Right arrow key. Moves the cursor to the right one space at a time. S CREEN C ONTROL K EYS Keypad Function Description < Home > key.
Using Your Notebook 3 45 Keypad Function Description < Right Click > key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system. S PECIAL F UNCTION K EYS The notebook has special system function keys that activate key serving dual functions.
N otebook User Guide 46 Keypad Function Description + Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. 3. 3 Using the Touchpad Pointing Device Your computer comes with a built-in Touchpad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface.
Using Your Notebook 3 47 1. Left Selection Button 2. Right Selection Button 3. Touchpad Touchpad Features Here how to use the Touchpad pointing device: 1. The rectangular surface acts like a mi niature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse cursor, pl ace the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction.
N otebook User Guide 48 3. To simulate holding the mouse button down (dragging an icon or selection), use the tap-and-drag gest ure. This feels much like a double- click, except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap: Tap, lift, tap, hold and move.
Using Your Notebook 3 49 Display Possible Resolution Maximum Colors Widescreen 15.4” WXGA LCD 1440x900 (Maximum Resolution) 16 million colors CRT Only 800x600 1024x768 1152 x 768 1280x1024 16 millio.
N otebook User Guide 50 3.5 Knowing the Power Saving Features Aside from its superior performance, one of the great features in your notebook computer is the ability to conserve power.
Using Your Notebook 3 51 goes into hibernation, Windows save s your entire desktop state before powering down your computer. You d on’t need to save and close each document before you put your notebook into hibernation. When you press power button again, system will bring yo ur notebook out of hibernation.
N otebook User Guide 52 3.7 How to Access the Optical Drive Your system ships with an optical disk drive installed on the left side of your computer. You would normally use the dr ive for installing operating system and software application programs. To insert and remove a disc on the drive: 1.
Using Your Notebook 3 53 + If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the reader. 4. To close the optical drive, simply pu sh the CD tray inside. The optical drive LED will activate when the disc is detected.
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Microsoft Media Center 4 55 4 Microsoft Media Center T his notebook integrated in a highly compact platform is designed for digital entertainment. That means you can take charge of your media, share moves, TV, photos, and music with your friends and family.
N otebook User Guide 56 4.1 What is Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005? Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in home entert ainment on your notebook.
Microsoft Media Center 4 57 1. Click the Start button, then select Media Center to launch Media Center. The first time you start Media Center, the Welcome screen appears. + The Media Center setup wizard requires an Internet connection to complete the process.
N otebook User Guide 58 Read the on-screen information and select your option, then system will automatically configure your setting. 3. You can now begin to select your option item “ 1 Required Setup ” on the screen and set up your TV signal (Optional), then press NEXT to continue .
Microsoft Media Center 4 59 4. This screen informs you the Media Center Privacy Policy. Read and accept it. Press NEXT to continue. 5. The Enhanced Playback screen lets you connect to a variety of multimedia information. Select Yes and press Next to continue .
N otebook User Guide 60 Follow the on-screen instructions to select your option and complete the setting of Join Wireless Netw ork and Internet Connection. The system will detect the signal and finish most of the setup for you. If not, follow the on-screen instructions.
Microsoft Media Center 4 61 7. The Optional Setup screen allows you customize your Media Center. When you finished yo ur settings. Select Setup finished and press Next . 8. The You Are Done screen is the final screen of Media Center Setup Wizard. Press Finish button to complete Media Center Setup and start Media Center .
N otebook User Guide 62 9. Now here comes the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 . To enjoy the full benefit of Media Center, you can always go to the screen to change the setting.
Microsoft Media Center 4 63 To change the setting, please select the option item by item as shown on the above screen, then it will appe ar Settings option. You can set the parameters with Settings option any time. + When you watch TV, please be sure to install the following components.
N otebook User Guide 64 Take your time and get familiar with the basics behind the Media Center menu system and using an optional remote control with your notebook. Easily view your pictures With Microsoft Windows XP Media Cent er Edition 2005, you can display slide shows of your digital pictures anytime.
Microsoft Media Center 4 65 This notebook provides the enjoyment for watching DVDs with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. You can use optical drive to watch your favorite DVDs. 1. Slot in a DVD into the DVD drive. 2. Select Play DVD on the screen.
N otebook User Guide 66 4. In the Guide, find the TV show (Optional) you want to record. Highlight the title of the show, and press the RECORD button on your optional remote control. Press once to record the show; press a second time to record the series.
Microsoft Media Center 4 67 + If the Video DVD option is not displayed on the Disc Format page, the DVD burning software is not installed or is not working correctly. Contact your hardware manufacturer for assistance. 7. On the Name This DVD page, enter a name for your DVD if you want to change the default setting.
N otebook User Guide 68 You can visit and browse each domain to experience the information and assistance that Media Center offers. For more information, please refer to Microsoft’s website: http://www.microsoft.com/wind owsxp/mediacenter/using/gets tarted/default.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 69 5 Connecting to Peripherals T his chapter describes how you attach additional peripheral devices to your notebook. The Everex StepNote allows you to add a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or other compatible peripheral device.
N otebook User Guide 70 5.1 Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conferen ce cameras, etc.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 71 + The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps ( 500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving , please disconnect your USB device while not in use. 5 . 2 Using an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor por t for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor.
N otebook User Guide 72 6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD disp lay, you can use the < Fn > + < F3 > hot-key to switch display type between LCD and ex ternal monitor. Keep pressing the hot-key until you get the displa y to external monitor only.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 73 5.4 Using the LAN Port This notebook comes with an intern al 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module that connects your computer to othe r computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps.
N otebook User Guide 74 5.5 Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is the major breakthr ough in computer communication technology. It lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN.
Connecting to Peripherals 5 75 2. Connect one end of the cable into a standard wall outlet. 3. Connect the other end of the cabl e into the computer modem port. + The speed of data transmission is de pendent on the quality of telephone lines. Digitally terminated lines impr ove the speed of data transmission.
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Customizing Your Notebook 6 77 6 Customizing Your Notebook Y our computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program allowing your system configuration to be altered to best suit your computing needs: User- adjustable options include sy stem time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup.
N otebook User Guide 78 6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is setup and pre-confi gured. The computer’s BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) Setup program may be used to change system configuration information such as the curre nt date and time, or your hard disk drive type.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 79 • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This ar ea describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of th e five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen.
N otebook User Guide 80 6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup • System Time Allows you to change the system time using the hour:minute:second format of the computer. Enter the current time for re ach field and use the <Tab>, <Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to another.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 81 • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for re ach field and use the <Tab>, <Shift>+<Tab>, or <Enter> key to move from one field or back to another.
N otebook User Guide 82 6.2.1 I NTERNAL HDD S UB -M ENU Use the Type field to select the drive ty pe installed. You can select different drive types as CD-D VD , User , Auto or None by pressing < Space > bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 83 Use the Type field to select the drive ty pe installed. You can select different drive types by pressing < Space > bar. Set this option to Auto so your computer will automatically detect the drive type during power on.
N otebook User Guide 84 6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup • Boot-time Diagnostic Screen Lets you specify to display the di agnostic screen or not by choosing Enabled or Disabled option during system booting. • Summary Screen Displays system configuration on boot.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 85 Lets you reserve memory spa ce [32MB]/[64MB]/[128MB] for UMA frame buffer for video devices . The default value is [32MB]. • Display Device Selection Lets you specify the external display device to LCD, CRT, or LCD+CRT.
N otebook User Guide 86 6.4 Security Menu Setup • Supervisor Password Is Set/Clear selections show that th e notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not. • User Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User Password or not.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 87 • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the aut hority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press < Enter > in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appe ars.
N otebook User Guide 88 6.5 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. This page allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 89 6.6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. • Exit Saving Changes Saves all changes to CMOS while running the BIOS setup program and exit from the system setup program.
N otebook User Guide 90 • Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. 6.7 How to Upgrade the BIOS Your computer uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When yo u update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost.
Using Options 7 91 7 Using Options T his chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your notebook. For additional system specifications, upgrades and available accessories visit www.
N otebook User Guide 92 System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade proced ures include the following: 7.1 Memory Upgrade Your notebook computer offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least 256MB DDRII- SDRAM.
Using Options 7 93 I NSTALLING M EMORY M ODULE Your computer comes with standard 256 MB, 512MB or 1024MB of synchronous DDRII SDRAM. You can in crease system memory to a maximum of 2048 MB, by installing two small outline double inline memory modules (SO-DIMMs).
N otebook User Guide 94 5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. y Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook.
Using Options 7 95 2. Take out the hard disk from the compartment by finger carefully 3. Remove the connector from the hard disk gently. 4. Remove the crane screws located at each side of the hard disk. 5. Rotate and tighten the crane sc rews to the new hard disk.
N otebook User Guide 96 7.3 Wireless Module Installation This computer uses mini-PCI wirele ss LAN module at the bottom of this notebook for wireless connection.
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Caring for Your Notebook 8 99 8 Caring for Your Notebook Y our Everex StepNote is equipped with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. If properly cared for and maintained, the performance and reliability of the computer can be greatly prolonged.
N otebook User Guide 100 8.1 Important Safety Instructions This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer. You can maintain its condition and performance by followi ng these guidelines.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 101 • While unplugging the power cord, disc onnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any exte nsion cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.
N otebook User Guide 102 ⇓ The notebook computer has dropped and damaged. ⇓ The notebook computer has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the notebook computer.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 103 8.3 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical working session, users routinely close the notebook the cover.
N otebook User Guide 104 • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your comput er so others won't be able to use the hard disk.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 105 • You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months.
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System Specification A 107 APPENDIX A System Specification T his appendix provides technical specifications for the Everex StepNote computer. Depending on the specific Everex model, specifications may vary.
N otebook User Guide 108 System Specification P ROCESSOR U NIT • Intel® Celeron® M Processor Dothan • Above 1.3 GHz CPU • 1MB integrated L2 cache for the processor S YSTEM M EMORY • Two 200-.
System Specification A 109 • Maximum 16 million colors on external monitor or projector at 1280x1024 resolution (Non-Interlaced) S TORAGE • 2.5” F or mat 9.
N otebook User Guide 110 F LASH BIOS 512K Flash ROM BIOS for easy BIOS upgrade I/O P ORTS • 1 x 15-pin VGA port • 1 x TV-Out Port (S-Video) • 3 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x LAN port • 1 x Modem port W IRELESS DEVICES IEEE 802.11b/g, Mini PCI 802.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 111 APPENDIX B System Recovery and Driver Installation A ppendix B provides information on how to install the Driver Utility and how to restore the software and operating system of your computer back to the original factory settings.
N otebook User Guide 112 B.1 System Recovery U SING R ECOVERY D ISK Before we go on, let’s de fine some terminologies. Hard disk is divided into RP & UP.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 113 1. System recovery is done by having system files from RP copied to the system files area in UP, and user data area stays intact.
N otebook User Guide 114 2. Please click hotkeys F10 or R button to go into recovery mode..
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 115 3. Please choose between “Non destructive system recovery” & “Destructive system recovery”. When the ”Non destructive” option is chosen , please click Next .
N otebook User Guide 116 4. The last part of recovery processes is to perform a check of all files. Please choose to perform this check or no. If no choice is made before timing out, the default choi ce is to perform the checks! 5.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 117 b. “Destructive Recovery from Hard Disk”.
N otebook User Guide 118 1. How recovery is done: System files from RP are copied to system files area in UP, and user data area is formatted! Before OS boots, the following message will show:.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 119 2. Please click hotkeys F10 or R button to go into recovery mode..
N otebook User Guide 120 3. Please choose between “Non destructive recovery mode” & “Destructive recovery mode”. To choose “Des tructive” please click Advance .
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 121 4. Please be warned of the danger of “D estructive Recovery” before clicking on Next 5. Reconfirm your choice by clicking OK , the destructive recover.
N otebook User Guide 122 6. The last part of recovery processes is to perform check of all files, users can choose to perform this check or not, if no choices are made before timing out, the default c.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 123 7. Then files check is being done.
N otebook User Guide 124 II. Recovering System from Recovery DVD There are three available methods:.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 125 The “Non destructive” & “Destructive” recoveries from Recovery DVD have the same result as a recovery from Hard Drive. a. “Non Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD b. “Destructive” Recovery from Recovery DVD 1.
N otebook User Guide 126 2. Please click R button 3. Please click S , the subsequent pr ocesses are just like those in “non destructive” & “destructive” recoveries from hard disk.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 127 c. Full Recovery from Recovery DVD RP is destroyed, the hard disk is just one big partition 1. Please insert the recovery DVD into the DVD drive, then choose to boot from CD ROM in BIOS.
N otebook User Guide 128 3. Please click F to go into full recovery mode..
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 129 4. System will be rebooted 5. OS reboots.
N otebook User Guide 130 6. Please click H , 7. The last part of recovery processes is to perform a check of all files, users can choose to perform this check or doesn’t check at all, if no choice i.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 131 8. Then file check is being done..
N otebook User Guide 132 + Caution: After ‘F’ recove ry, end user can not perfo rm ‘S’ recovery any more because RP is already destroyed! B.2 Device Drivers Installation If you already have an.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 133 Installing Chipset device driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run . The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as "E:DriversWinXPChipsetSetup.
N otebook User Guide 134 I NSTALLING THE A UDIO D EVICE D RIVER Your notebook computer uses the VI A Azalia VT1708A Audio controller. Installing Audio device driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run . The Run dialog box appears.
System Recovery and Driver Installation B 135 I NSTALLING THE W IRELESS LAN D EVICE D RIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Mini PCI Adapter driver: Installing Wireless LAN driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button and then click Run .
N otebook User Guide 136 Installing TouchPad driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run . The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:DriversWinXPTouchPadSetup.exe " 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program.
T echnical Support 137 T ECHNICAL S UPPORT For the latest Product Information, Drivers, and Support Documents visit www.everex.com For complete warranty information, pl ease refer to the Everex Limited Warranty Agreement. To register your product visit www.
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