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ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function 
(Optionally Supported)   
ECO Engine
, the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various power saving 
modes –  Gaming mode , Movie mode , Presentation mode , and Office mode , to extend the 
battery running time while performing different tasks with this notebook. 
Read the instructions bellow to activate the ECO Engine power saving function: 
1.  Press and hold the  Fn button. 
2. Press the  F5 button repeatedly to to switch among the different modes of ECO Engine, or to 
turn this ECO Engine off recurrently. 
3.  To learn which power saving mode is activated presently, read the icon on behalf of each mode  appearing on the display when selected. 
  Gaming Mode
 
Select this mode while performing game applications.   Movie Mode 
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  Presentation Mode 
Select this mode while performing presentation applications.   Office Mode 
Select this mode while dealing with office documentation 
tasks.  
ECO Off   
Selected to disable ECO Engine.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							
 
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Power Management in Windows OS Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the poten-tial to save significant 
amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits.To be energy efficient, turn off your 
display or set your PC to standby/hibernate mode after a period of user inactivity. 
 
Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings in Windows OS:  1.  Power Options in Windows OS allow you to control the power management features of your  display, hard drive, and battery. Go to the Start menu and click on the Control Panel. Click on 
the System and Maintenance. 
2.  Then click on the Power Options. 
3.  Then select a power plan that meets your personal needs 
4.  The Shut Down Computer menu will present the options to Sleep (S3/S4), Shut Down (S5), or 
Restart your computer. 
5.  You can wake up your computer from power saving mode by pressing the power button.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							
 
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Energy Saving Tips Š   Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer’s energy consumption. 
Š   Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. 
Š   Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. 
Š   Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer’s power 
management. 
Š   Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall socket if 
the computer would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							
 
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Basic Operations If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own 
safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. Safety and Comfort Tips The notebook is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere.    However, choosing a good 
workspace is important if you have to work with your notebook for a long period of time.  Š  Your work area should have enough illumination. 
Š   Choose the proper desk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating. 
Š   When sitting on the chair, adjust the chair’s back (if available) to support your back 
comfortably. 
Š   Place you feet flat and naturally on the floor, so that your knees and elbows have the proper 
position (about 90-degree) when operating. 
Š   Put your hands on the desk naturally to support your wrists. 
Š   Adjust the angle/position of the LCD panel to have an optimal view. 
Š   Avoid using your notebook in the space where may cause you discomfort (such as on the 
bed). 
Š   The notebook is an electrical device, please treat it with great care to avoid personal injury 
 
 
 
  
						

							
 
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1.  Keep your hands and feet with  optimal comfort. 
2.  Adjust the angle and position of LCD  panel. 
3.  Adjust the desk’s height. 
4.  Sit straight and keep a good posture. 
5.  Adjust the chair’s height. 
 
 
 
 Having a Good Work Habit Have a good work habit is important if you have to work with your notebook for long periods of time; 
otherwise, it may cause discomfort or injury to you. Please keep the following tips in mind when 
operating.  Š  Change your posture frequently. 
Š   Stretch and exercise you body regularly. 
Š   Remember to take a break after working for a period of time. 
 
 
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Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard.  This keyboard can be divided into four 
categories:  Ty p e w r i t e r  k e y s , Cursor keys , Numeric keys  and Function keys . 
      
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The keyboard shown here 
may vary from the actual 
one, depending on which 
county users purchase the 
notebook. 
Typewriter keys
 
Numeric keys
 
Cursor keys / 
Function keys
  
						

							
 
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Typewriter Keys
 
In addition to providing the major function of the keyboard, these typewrite keys also provide several 
keys for special purposes, such as [ Ctrl,] [Alt ,] and [ Esc] key. 
When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status:  „   Num Lock:  Press and hold the [ Fn] key and press this key to toggle the Num Lock on and off.   
When this function is activated, you can use the numeric keys that are embedded in the 
typewriter keys.  
„   Caps Lock:  Press this key to toggle the Caps Lock on and off.    When this function is activated, 
the letters you type are kept in uppercase.  
„   Scroll Lock:  Press and hold the [ Fn] key and press this key to toggle the Scroll Lock on and off.   
This function is defined by individual programs, and is usually used under DOS. 
 Numeric Keys
 
Find the numeric keys among the keyboard, and activate the Num Lock function to use these 
numeric keys to enter numbers and calculations. 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							
 
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Cursor Keys
 
The four cursor (arrow) keys and [ Home], [PgUp ], [PgDn ], [End ] keys are used to control the cursor 
movement. 
 
Move the cursor left for one space. 
 
Move the cursor right for one space. 
 
Move the cursor up for one line. 
 
Move the cursor down for one line. 
 
Move to the previous page. 
 
Move to the next page. 
+
 
Move to the beginning of the line (or document).