Compal PBL10 User Manual

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About this User’s Manual
This user’s manual is designed to let you easily find the information you need to get the most
from your notebook.
• Introduces you to the features of your notebook.
• Gives you the useful details on using your notebook.
• Tells you how to look after your notebook, whether at home or traveling.
• Introduces you to BIOS, the nervous system of your notebook, and how to change its
fundamental settings.
There is no need to read the manual from the beginning to end. Simply find your way to the
section that interests you using the table of contents, or browse through the manual.
You will come across the following icons in this manual:
Helpful pointers and tricks to get more from your notebook
To help you note and avoid possible damage to your notebook’s hardware or software,
or loss of your work
Points out possible damage to property, personal injury or death
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© Compal Electronics, Inc. 2011. All rights reserved.
Trademarks used in this document: Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities
claiming the marks and names or their products.

Compal PBL10 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Compal
Model	PBL10
Category	Laptop
Processor	Intel Core i5
RAM	8GB DDR4
Storage	256GB
Display	1920x1080

Summary

About This User's Manual

Safety Instructions

General Warnings and Precautions

Covers general safety, electric shock, fire prevention, and handling warnings.

Power Cord and Adapter Safety

Guidelines for safe use of power cords and adapters.

Battery Pack Safety and Disposal

Precautions for battery pack handling, storage, and disposal.

Important Safety Guidelines

Critical instructions for product usage, cleaning, and environmental considerations.

Regulatory Compliance Information

FCC Notice and Declarations

Details on FCC compliance and related declarations.

Regional Compliance Notices

Summarizes compliance notices for Canada, Norway, EU (CE), and Taiwan (BSMI).

Notebook Specifications

Core Hardware Components

Covers CPU, Chipset, Memory, Display, Graphics, Audio, and Camera details.

Ports, Connectivity, and Peripherals

Describes ports, keyboard, touchpad, card reader, communication interfaces, AC adapter, and battery.

System Features and Compliance

Information on Battery, Software, OS, Mini Card, Security, Regulatory, and Environmental specs.

Chapter 1: Introducing Your Notebook

Component Identification

Identifies and labels components on the front, rear, left, right, and back sides of the notebook.

Buttons and Status Indicators

Explains power button, LEDs (Power, Battery, HDD, Caps Lock), and touchpad gestures.

Left Side Ports and Connectors

Describes DC-IN, VGA, RJ45, HDMI, USB 3.0 ports, and AC adapter connection.

Right Side Ports and Security Slot

Details Earphone, Microphone, USB 2.0, ODD, and Kensington Lock on the right side.

Rear and Back Panel Views

Visual overview of the notebook's rear and back panels, including battery latch.

Chapter 2: Caring for Your Notebook

Cleaning and Maintenance Procedures

Steps for cleaning the notebook, keyboard, display, touchpad, and CD/DVD drive.

Usage Precautions and Care

Important precautions for handling, liquid spills, magnetic fields, viruses, and general care.

Chapter 2.2: Traveling

Travel Preparation and Tips

Guidance on identifying, packing, protecting, and general travel advice for the notebook.

Lost or Stolen Device Procedures

Actions to take if the notebook is lost or stolen.

Chapter 3: Peripherals

Using Memory Cards

Instructions for installing and removing SD/MMC/MS cards.

Memory Card Installation and Removal

Step-by-step guide for inserting and ejecting memory cards.

Chapter 4: The BIOS Setup Program

Introduction and Navigation

Overview of BIOS setup purpose and instructions on navigating menus.

System Controls and Core BIOS Features

Explains power button, lid switch, indicators, Multi-Boot, Quiet Boot, and Boot Block.

Power Management (ACPI)

Details ACPI support, system time-outs, and power states.

Device Power Management and Wake Up Sources

Covers power management for CPU, HDD, Display, and system wake-up events.

ACPI States and Transitions

Explains ACPI sleep states, fast resume, and power state transition diagrams.

PC2001 Compliance

Miscellaneous Features

BIOS ROM, USB, and Crisis Recovery

Information on BIOS ROM, USB support, flash utility, and crisis recovery.

VGA, Display, and Boot Settings

Covers VGA support, brightness control, boot display, fast boot, and wireless control.

Customer Specific Features

BIOS Boot Display and CMOS Management

Details on system type display, BIOS version, and CMOS RAM management.

SM BIOS and EEPROM Configuration

Default SMBIOS values and the structure of the EEPROM map.

OEM Activation and Customization

Information on OEM activation methods and multi-customer logo support.

System Setup Utility

Main Menu and Basic Settings

How to invoke setup and navigate the main menu, including time and date settings.

Advanced Menu Options

Configuration options available in the Advanced BIOS setup menu.

Security Menu

Password Management Options

Settings for Supervisor, User, Power-on, and HDD passwords.

Password Behavior and Security Settings

Explanation of password behavior and security configurations.

Boot Menu

Boot Device Priority Settings

How to set the order of bootable devices.

Exit Menu

Saving and Exiting BIOS Setup

Procedures for saving changes, discarding, or loading default configurations.

Exit Options Explained

Further details on saving, discarding, and loading default settings.

OS Compatibility

Windows 7 Support

Details regarding compatibility with Windows 7.