Elitegroup G733G User Manual

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1 Before you Start Conventions of This manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer.  If you are an experienced

outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire

reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the following:  Do not use this product near water, for

qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.:  Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.  Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.  Das Ger

 Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel Badewanne, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten Kellerräumen o

Suitable place to work Your computer will run well wherever you’re comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your sy

Introduction Welcome to the Notebook PC Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable

3. At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing position. To avoid damage to the display panel: 1. Try no

1. 2. 3. LCD Cover Release Latch LCD Screen Short-cut Keys 1. Internet Explorer Button 2. Outlook Express Button 9

4. System Status Indicator Panel Indicates the computer is accessing the PCMCIA drive. Indicates that the computer is accessing the DVD-ROM drive.

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Power/Resume Button Keyboard TouchPad Scroll Button TouchPad Buttons The Built-in Microphone Stereo Speakers The Left Side 1.

5. 6. 7. PCMCIA Socket Button External Microphone Jack Audio Line Out/SPDIF Jack LED Indicator A. Battery Charge/Suspend An orange color light i

The Right Side 1. The Modem Port Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To

The Rear 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Parallel Port External CRT Port Smart Fan TV Out Port The LAN Port When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to

The Bottom Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive Battery Release Latch Battery CPU Compartment Hard Disk Drive 15

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17 Getting Started Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and

Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the Notebook and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery. Never turn off or reset your N

Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack The battery pack should already be inserted in your Notebook computer when you unpack it. If not inserted, f

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3. Hold the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment. Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatical

21 Using the Notebook Computer Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS FUN

 Simultaneous display of the TV screen and CRT monitor You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [

[Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F10] Use this key combination to expand your video

The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo Drive or DVD Dual Features of the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo Drive or DVD Dual The features of the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo Dri

PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets The Notebook features one PCMCIA expansion socket design to interface with one Type II card. Inserting a PCMCIA

Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack from its compartment, please refer to Chapter Three, Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack. Pr

Battery Low Warning When the pack initially reaches the “Battery Low” state approximately 10 ~ 15 minutes of the usable battery life is left. You w

6. The battery is now fully calibrated. Resetting the System After installing a software application package, you may be prompted to reset the syste

29 Desktop Operation Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing; it also has the speed and capacity to

Notices Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits f

Audio Software Your notebook comes equipped with an integrated sound system capable of providing you with quality audio sound through the built-in sp

If the OS you use does not support the 1394 devices you plan to use, please follow the instructions in the manual to install the proper drivers or so

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33 Configuring & Maintaining Your System Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enab

 Main - Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration.  Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced fea

Legend Key Alternate Key Function window. F9 Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values. F10 Save and Exit.Enter Wil

The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: 36

The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the advanced menu: 37

The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also con

The Security Menu The Notebook’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, a

Canadian DOC Notice For Class B Computing Devices This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipm

The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Se

41 The Software Utilities Disks AutoRun Installation  Follow the step-by-step procedures on the DVD-ROM to execute the “AutoRun” application by se

You will notice three new entries have been made in the Display Properties window: Display Mode Setting, Video Setting, and Gamma Correction. 42

Video Setting From the "Setting", you can also adjust the video of your display to overlay, contrast or brightness. 43

Gamma Correction You can adjust the right color for your window screen by moving the “Brightness” adjustment window to increase or decrease the right

Driver Mode Setting 45

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47 Troubleshooting Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a

 Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is  a convenient item for checking the

If your system does not successfully complete the POST, but displays a blank screen, emits a series of beeps, or displays an error code, consult your

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Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: You cannot operate the printer. Check the printer cable connection. Ensure that the printer power switch is tu

51 How do I expand my Notebook Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook

 Turn over the keyboard and locate for the RAM module compartment.  Remove the screws that secure the RAM module compartment cover and set it as

 Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out.  If you need to install a higher capacity module, gently push the edge clips on bo

 Push the HDD slightly in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration to release it from the pins of the drive.  Gently hold the gri

 Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case.  Secure the c

Removing the DVD-ROM/Combo Drive  Remove the screws and push the drive into the direction of the arrow as described in the illustration.  Pull o

Specification Detailed Notebook Specifications CPU Intel LGA775 P4 Prescott CPU, support FSB 800MHz & HT function Intel LGA775 Celeron-D CPU, su

58 Communication • • • Onboard 10/100Base-T LAN chip MDC 56K Fax/Modem Optional Mini PCI WLAN for 802.11b or 802.11g with Dual Band WLAN antenna Powe

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before you Start ...

The Advanced Menu........ 37 The Boot Menu

Personal Inventory This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about