Page 2 - English; Safety Instructions
English I Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your notebook. When Using Your M1405 Notebook Computer CAUTION: Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, he...
Page 4 - III; Regulatory Notices; Federal Communications Commission Notice; This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits; RF Exposure
English III Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a...
Page 5 - Battery Disposal & Caution
English IV M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL CE Notice (European Union) This symbol indicates this M1405 notebook complies with the EMC Directive and the European Union’s Low Voltage Directive. This symbol also indicates that M1405 meets the following technical stan-dards: • EN 55022 — “Limitations and Met...
Page 6 - The symbol above must be attached to the product indicating; Replaceable Batteries; CAUTION
English V Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufac-turer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instruc-tions. BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) Most Booktop computers are classified by the Bureau of Stand...
Page 7 - Introduction
English VI M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the GIGABYTE M 1 4 0 5 s e r i e s n o t e b o o k c o m p u t e r. T h i s p o r t a b l e n o t e b o o k c o m p u t e r p r o v i d e s e x c e l l e n t e x p a n s i o n c a p a b i l i t y t h a n ...
Page 8 - Content
English VII Content Safety Instructions ............................................................................. I Regulatory Notices & Certifications ................................................. III Introduction ............................................................................
Page 9 - VIII
English VIII M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 7.7 How to Connect an External D-Sub Display .......................... 43 7.8 How to Connect an External DVI Display .............................. 44 7.9 How to Connect a USB Devices ............................................ 44 7.10 How to Connect an HDMI...
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Page 11 - This chapter provides basic information to start using the M1405
English 1 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 1 Knowing Your M1405 This chapter provides basic information to start using the M1405 notebook. Some of the features described herein may not function properly or at all unless used in conjunction with the pre-installed operating system. Any change to the...
Page 12 - Hardware Checklist; In The Box; ● GIGABYTE M1405 Notebook Computer; Using the Battery Pack; How to Insert the Battery Pack; Press the battery down to activate the 2 clips (Shown as 2 & 3) that
English 2 1.1 Hardware Checklist Carefully unpack the M1405 notebook, taking care to save the box and any packaging for possible future use. In The Box Check to make sure you have all the following items: ● GIGABYTE M1405 Notebook Computer ● AC Adaptor and Power Cord (plug depends on region) ● The B...
Page 13 - How to Remove the Battery Pack; Connecting the AC Adaptor; from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. This allows the AC adaptor
English 3 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL How to Remove the Battery Pack To remove the battery simply follow the easy steps below. Locate the 2 battery clips (Shown as 1 & 2) and clip them in opposite directions. Clip 1 will stay locked; clip 2 needs to be held in the open position. Locate the gap (c...
Page 14 - Opening the LCD Panel
English 4 1.4 Opening the LCD Panel The display panel can be opened to an almost any angle for an optimal display, depending on the hinges of the LCD. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the notebook does not lift with the panel, lift the display panel itself and adjust the tilt u...
Page 15 - Turning on the Unit; This section explains how to turn on the M1405 - the Power; Starting Up the M1405 for the First Time; Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions in order to
English 5 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 1.5 Turning on the Unit This section explains how to turn on the M1405 - the Power indicator will show if the unit is then on or not by illuminating. After you turn on the M1405 for the very first time, do not power it down until the operating system has been con...
Page 16 - Turning Off the Power; System Shut Down; For Windows 7, use the Start Menu to shut down the system. Under
English 6 1.6 Turning Off the Power System Shut Down When you turn off the power (Shut Down), the system is fully powered off. The notebook will boot normally when switched on again. a. If you have unsaved work or are busy, ensure that you save it to the hard disk drive or any other storage device. ...
Page 17 - This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the
English 7 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 2 The M1405 Tour This chapter will show you the various ports and components of the M1405 and familiarizes you with the notebook. Certain parts of the notebook can be user upgraded while others are fixed and cannot be changed.
Page 18 - Please be careful when opening the LCD display panel. It is
English 8 2.1 Front View Please be careful when opening the LCD display panel. It is suggested to open it by holding the silver tip. 2.2 Rear View The air vent is used as the exit port for the hot air in the system. This Vent should never be blocked and covered in any way as the system could overhea...
Page 20 - Icon; AT
English 10 2.5 Left View 1 2 3 4 5 6 # Icon Item Description 1 Kensington Lock Slot Connects to a Kensington- compatible computer security lock. 2 DC-in Jack Connects to an AC adapter. 3 Ethernet Port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T 4 Headphone Jack Connects to audio line-out devices such...
Page 21 - Docking Port
English 11 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 2.7 Base View 1 7 89 23 4 56 # Icon Item Description 1 Docking Port Connects to the Docking station for extension function. (Docking may be optional) 2 Memory Compartment Housed the computer’s main memory (secured with screws). 3 Communication Bay Housed the com...
Page 23 - This chapter will briefly explain the basics of using the M1405
English 13 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 3 Using the M1405 This chapter will briefly explain the basics of using the M1405 notebook. It will also explain any necessary precautions when using the M1405.
Page 24 - The M1405 features a Windows Compatible Keyboard.; with a standard 104/105 Key Windows keyboard, accessed by using; Hotkey Function; Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
English 14 3.1 The M1405 Keyboard The M1405 features a Windows Compatible Keyboard. The set language of the keyboard will depend on the region. This section is for the English Qwerty Layout Keyboard. It is compatible with a standard 104/105 Key Windows keyboard, accessed by using specific key press ...
Page 25 - Enabling The Overlay
English 15 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL M1405 Keypad Overlay The M1405 keyboard does not have a numeric keypad but it does have the keypad overlay so that it can function like one would. It is located as seen above towards the center right side of the keyboard. The function of each key is shown in lig...
Page 26 - Touchpad Buttons; The Fingerprint Reader
English 16 3.2 The Touchpad The touchpad is very simple to use. It represents the mouse pointer on screen. Simply use your finger and slide it in the direction you want the pointer to move. The touchpad reads only 1 finger at a time. Do not use anything other than your finger on the touchpad. Touchp...
Page 27 - Fingerprint Reader; or Wrinkled as this could damage the reader or prevent it from
English 17 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Fingerprint Reader End Point Draw finger in this direction Start Point Avoid using the fingerprint scanner when: Your fingers are dirty or grimy, Soiled, Oily, Injured, Very Dry or Flaky, Wet, Soaked, Swollen or Wrinkled as this could damage the reader or preven...
Page 28 - Optical Disc Drive; Supported CD Writable Formats
English 18 3.5 Optical Disc Drive The M1405 features a preinstalled DVD Super Multi Optical Writer Drive. When in use, the drive has a flashing LED in the face and will not open. It supports a wide range media types. The drive can also support or play Dual Layer types. Supported CD Writable Formats ...
Page 29 - Emergency Release; Using a Memory Card; How To: Insert a Memory Card
English 19 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Emergency Release In the event that the drive will not open, an emergency release will need to be performed. Take a thin long item, such as a paper clip and put it gently into the small hole on the side of the drive and press inwards until the units drive clicks...
Page 31 - Specifications
English 21 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 4 The M1405 Specifications
Page 33 - Service; More service information, please refer to; The M1405 supports the unique docking station. The docking
English 23 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Dimension & Weight 328.3(W) x 230(D) x 27.6(H) mm ~1.62kg (with 6-cell battery) ~1.75kg (with ODD and 6-cell battery) Service More service information, please refer to www.gigabyte.com.tw ••••••••••••••••••••••• The above specification is for users’ re...
Page 34 - How To Test the Battery Life; the battery. This function is tied to the secondary mouse button of
English 24 4.3 The M1405 Quick Battery Life Test How To Test the Battery Life The M1405 features a special function to test the life remaining in the battery. This function is tied to the secondary mouse button of the units touchpad. The below section briefly explains how to use this feature on the ...
Page 36 - GIGABYTE Smart Manager; Smart Manager Introduction
English 26 5.1 GIGABYTE Smart Manager The GIGABYTE Smart Manager is a simple utility that gives direct control of system settings to the user in a simple interface. Simple things such as turning the Wireless LAN on or off to adjusting the display brightness can be controlled from this simple yet pow...
Page 37 - Screen Output Setting:
English 27 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 3G: Press the 3G icon to enable/disable 3G device. (Optional) Camera: Press the camera icon to turn on/off Webcam power. Smart Charge: Press the Smart Charge icon to select different power supplying mode (30%, 40%, 50% or Off) when using USB power. * (Optional) ...
Page 38 - GIGABYTE Smart Recovery; Launch System Recovery; Below will briefly describe how to launch the Recovery Tool and to
English 28 5.2 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery System Recovery - Restore your M1405 Operating System The hard drive of the M1405 has a hidden partition that contains a full backup image of the operating system that can be used to recover the system in the event that something happens to the operating system...
Page 39 - GIGABYTE Smart Setup
English 29 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 5.3 GIGABYTE Smart Setup During the off mode, press SMART button to enter “Smart Setup” menu. You can choose BIOS Setup Utility, System Recovery, and other functions in this setup menu. Press”Continue to OS” button to enter operating system. Press”BIOS Setup Uti...
Page 41 - Chapter 6 Connecting Peripherals
English 31 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 6 Connecting Peripherals and Upgrade
Page 42 - How To Connect USB Devices; Connect a USB Device; to go in. USB Devices support Plug and Play and should auto; Disconnect a USB Device; How To Connect Displays; Connect an External Display; the M1405 and press it into the port securely. Please note that the; Disconnect an External Display
English 32 6.1 How To Connect USB Devices Connect a USB Device To connect a USB device simply line it up with the USB port on the unit and press it into the port securely. It will only go in one way because of the notching used so ensure that it is lined up correctly and do not force the USB connect...
Page 43 - How to Connect an HDMI Display; Connect an HDMI Display; Disconnect an HDMI Display; Ethernet LAN Connection; cable is connected and will be able to operate on a Peer 2 Peer
English 33 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 6.3 How to Connect an HDMI Display Connect an HDMI Display To insert the cable, simply line it up with the HDMI port on the M1405 unit and press it into the port securely. It will click lightly into place when it is inserted properly. Use the operating systems d...
Page 44 - How To Secure the Notebook; Connect a Kensington Lock; To insert the cable, simply line it up with the Kensington lock with; Disconnect a Kensington Lock; Upgrade the Memory; If the slot is empty, place the new
English 34 6.5 How To Secure the Notebook Connect a Kensington Lock To insert the cable, simply line it up with the Kensington lock with the hole and insert. If you have the key type, turn the key in the lock direction and then remove the key to secure the lock into the hole. If you have the type th...
Page 45 - WWAN 3G Connection
English 35 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 6.7 WWAN 3G Connection The M1405, depending on configuration, features a WWAN 3G Connection. This section will briefly explain how to install and set up the WWAN 3G unit if it did not ship with your M1405. If you purchased the GIGABYTE WWAN 3G Module separately ...
Page 47 - Chapter 7 Docking Station; This section will tell you how to connect and operate the docking
English 37 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 7 Docking Station This section will tell you how to connect and operate the docking station. It provides basic configuring, operations.
Page 48 - The extensive features of the GIGABYTE Docking Station are; Docking Station Specifications; The docking station features a number of ports and connections
English 38 7.1 Features & Specifications The extensive features of the GIGABYTE Docking Station are designed for enhanced usability and functionality and to extend the usability of M1405. The Docking Station providing expansion, while the graphics GPU for improved graphics performance. The GPU i...
Page 49 - The below image shows the top of the docking station.; Description; the docking station. Please be careful not to
English 39 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 7.2 Top View: Docking Station The below image shows the top of the docking station. When placing the notebook into the docking station is sure to align the connection ports on the notebook and the docking station. 1 2 3 4 5 # Item Description 1 Air Vent This ven...
Page 51 - Right Side View
English 41 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Right Side View Notebook Release Arm (Ejector Switch) The right side of the docking station has the Notebook Release Arm; this is pulled to unlock the notebook from the docking station. 7.5 Attachment Attachment: The AC Adaptor Connect the AC adaptor to ensure t...
Page 52 - Attachment: The Docking Station; s t a t i o n . P l e a s e l o o k a t t h e i m a g e s c a r e f u l l y a n d f o l l o w t h e; Please take note of the placement of the docking ports. When the; Attachment
English 42 Attachment: The Docking Station This section explains how to connect the notebook to the docking s t a t i o n . P l e a s e l o o k a t t h e i m a g e s c a r e f u l l y a n d f o l l o w t h e instructions on how to connect them. Docking Connector Docking Connector The images above sh...
Page 53 - initiate the undocking process by 1) Pressing; Connect an External D-Sub Display
English 43 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 7.6 Attachment: Undocking the Notebook Follow the guide below to undock the notebook from the docking station: Please follow the instructions to learn how to remove the notebook. 3 2 Un-Docking Monitor Setup A B AB 1. If the docked computer is on, you can initia...
Page 54 - How to: Connect an External DVI Display; Connect an External DVI Display; Remove the USB Device
English 44 7.8 How to: Connect an External DVI Display Connect an External DVI Display To insert the cable, simply line it up with the port on the back of the dock and press it into the port securely. Tighten the two securing screws so as to ensure that the cable stays connected. Disconnect an Exter...
Page 55 - pull out of the GRFN, ensuring that the port is no longer active with; How To: Connect an RJ45 Ethernet LAN; Warranty Service; GIGABYTE D1305 is covered with two year warranty, since the date
English 45 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 7.10 How To: Connect an HDMI Display Connect an HDMI Display To insert the cable, simply lines it up with the HDMI port on the HDMI port on the docking station and press it into the port. It will click lightly into place when it is inserted properly. Use the ope...
Page 57 - For website assistance go to the support section of
English 47 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL Chapter 8 Troubleshooting / Q & A This section will briefly cover some frequently encountered problems and questions and provide a quick guide to assist with solve these problems. Most problems can be resolved quickly, simply and easily and are not always a ...
Page 58 - AC Adapter
English 48 8.1 Troubleshooting Warning: Under the condition that you can’t handle problems, please contact to your dealer to get professional assistance and service. AC Adapter Trouble Solution No power supplied to notebook Make sure the AC adapter is well connected to the power source and notebook....
Page 59 - Trouble; the virus and then configure your operating; LCD; Press hot key Fn + F5 to change the display
English 49 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL WARNING: Please pay attention to the following information about keyboard maintenance. 1. Dust build-up may occur in the keyboard after long-term use. It is recommended to clean the keyboard with a small brush. Please shut down the machine before cleaning the su...
Page 60 - Printer
English 50 Printer Trouble Solution The data can’t be output from notebook to printer Make sure the printer is powered on. Make sure its cable is OK and its USB interface is well connected to notebook. Error printing Make sure your printer is compatible with your notebook. Please refer to the user’s...
Page 61 - Frequently Asked Questions
English 51 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL 8.2 Frequently Asked Questions My computer switches to hibernation mode much too quickly and I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse to bring back the screen. What can I do? This is part of Windows Power Management. Access Power Management by clicking...
Page 63 - Please refer to GIGABYTE website “How to upgrade M1405; Questions and Answers; voltage level will become too low and needs to be Pre-Charged (to
English 53 M1405 SERIES USER’S MANUAL How can M1405 BIOS be upgraded in the DOS and Windows mode? Please refer to GIGABYTE website “How to upgrade M1405 BIOS in the DOS and Windows mode?” 8.3 Questions and Answers Q: I can feel a mild heat next to the battery pack. Is this normal? A: T h e b a t t...
Page 64 - The Notebook Care; damaged due to travel and use. Please follow the below guideline s; GIGABYTE Service Information
English 54 8.4 The Notebook Care Through prolonged use the Notebook might become dirty or due to some form of accident require cleaning. It may also become damaged due to travel and use. Please follow the below guideline s to care for and clean the Notebook. Ensure to always carry your Notebook in a...
