Corporate Evaluator’s Guide 5
Contents
Introducing Your Computer ......................................................................................... 11
Comparing Omnibook XE3 Models........................................................................... 12
Taking Inventory ........................................................................................................ 14
To buy accessories ................................................................................................ 14
To find more information...................................................................................... 15
Identifying Parts of the Notebook............................................................................... 16
Top and right side view......................................................................................... 16
Front view............................................................................................................. 17
Rear and left side view.......................................................................................... 18
Bottom view.......................................................................................................... 19
Status lights........................................................................................................... 20
Multimedia buttons ............................................................................................... 21
Status panel........................................................................................................... 22
Setting Up the Computer ............................................................................................ 23
To install the battery ............................................................................................. 23
To connect AC power ........................................................................................... 24
To connect a phone line ........................................................................................ 25
To turn on the computer........................................................................................ 25
To set up Windows ............................................................................................... 26
To register your computer..................................................................................... 27
To connect to an Internet Service Provider........................................................... 29
To reset your computer ......................................................................................... 30
Using Your Computer.................................................................................................... 31
Operating the Computer ............................................................................................. 32
To use the Fn hot keys .......................................................................................... 32
To use the Windows and Applications keys......................................................... 33
To use the embedded keypad................................................................................ 34
To use the ALT GR key........................................................................................ 34
To adjust the display ............................................................................................. 35
To adjust the volume............................................................................................. 36
To use the touch pad ............................................................................................. 37
To change the boot device .................................................................................... 38
To use the One-Touch buttons.............................................................................. 39
To insert or remove a CD or DVD........................................................................ 40
To play DVDs....................................................................................................... 40
To create or copy CDs .......................................................................................... 41
Securing the Computer ............................................................................................... 42
To set up password protection .............................................................................. 42
To attach a security cable...................................................................................... 44
To use virus-protection software........................................................................... 45
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC.................................................................. 46
Caring for Your Computer.......................................................................................... 48