User manual GERICOM G799

[. . . ] The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer. Trademarks AutoCAD and Autoshade are trademarks of Autodesk, Inc. [. . . ] Your keyboard supports Windows by incorporating the two Windows specific keys. With the two Windows keys you will be able to access and take advantage of many of the timesaving features of Windows software. The function keys (F1-F12) on the top row of the keyboard, serve different purposes and carry out different tasks depending on the application you are running. The cursor (arrow) keys (which are all located in the lower right corner of your keyboard) and the [PgUp], [PgDn], [Home] and [End] keys (which are located along the right edge of the keyboard) allow you to move the active cursor of the computer to various locations on the screen or within the document. The embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. Like the [Num Lock] key, these keys are labeled in blue on the keycaps. When the numeric keypad is engaged, the NumLock icon will appear in the System Window. If an external keyboard is connected, pressing the NumLock key on either the Notebook or external keyboard will enable/disable NumLock of both keyboards in unison. To disable the Notebook numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, use the [Fn] + [NumLk] hot key on the Notebook keyboard. The Notebook's Hot Key Controls KEYS Power Button FUNCTION(S) Press this button once to power on or enter the suspend/resume mode Press this button for more than 4 seconds can force to power off the system Open Internet WWW Home short-cut key Open Email Reader short-cut key Internet Button Email Button 26 Volume Up Volume Down [Fn] + [F1] [Fn] + [F2] [Fn] + [F3] [Fn] + [F4] [Fn] + [F5] [Fn] + [F7] [Fn] + [F8] [Fn] + [F10] [Fn] + [F12] Press this button to increase the system volume Press this button to decrease the system volume Turns on/off the battery beeping sound Turns on/off the volume. Decreases the system volume Increases the system volume Enable/Disable the system Touchpad function Decreases the brightness level Increases the brightness level Expand your video screen or reset to its original size Toggles the display between the LCD display and an external CRT or simultaneous The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slit it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons. TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. Please take note of the following precautions. 27 · Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. · Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons. You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as nonWindows applications. Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer. The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades. The CD/DVD-ROM Features of the CD/DVD-ROM Module The features of the CD/DVD-ROM/Combo drive are listed below. · The Audio Play feature allows you to play music CDs · Front panel load/unload button · Supports CD-DA, DVD-ROM mode 1 and mode 2, Multi-Session Photo CDTM, CD-I/Video CD (pcs. ) · Low power consumption · 12. 7mm height Precautions for Handling CD/DVD-ROM/Combo Discs · Always hold the disc by the edges, avoid touching the surface. · Use a clean, dry, cloth to remove dust, smudges, or fingerprints. Loading a Disc To play a CD disc, follow the instructions listed below. · Carefully lift the CD disk by the edges and make sure the shiny surface is face down (the side with no writing on it). [. . . ] Contacting Your Dealer If you still have a problem after reading the preceding sections, the next step is to contact your dealer. Your dealer can determine if the problem is something that requires the computer to be taken to the shop. Before you call your dealer, however, prepare the following information: · How is your computer configured?If you have overlooked a step, your dealer may be able to solve the problem over the phone. 52 HOW DO I EXPAND MY NOTEBOOK Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's memory. [. . . ]