MSI CR650-666BE- User Manual

1-5 Pre fa ce Regulations Information FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfe...

1-6 Pre fa ce Š Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: „ This device may not cause harmful interference. „ Th...

1-7 Pre fa ce Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. L...

1-11 Pre fa ce Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery (English) CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. (French) (Fra...

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1-22 Pre fa ce Optical Device Drive Notice CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “ CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please...

2-2 Intro d u cti ons C ongratulations on becoming an user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. This brand-new exquisite notebook will give you a delightful and professional experience in using notebook. We are proud to tell our users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified ...

2-3 Intro d u cti ons Chapter 4, BIOS Setup, provides information on BIOS Setup program and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. Unpacking First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer imm...

2-4 Intro d u cti ons Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension 383 (W) x 249.5 (D) x 32.3~37.6 (H) mm Weight 2.4 kg CPU Processor Type AMD ® Zacate APU (Accelerate Processing Unit) Socket FT1 BGA TDP ( Thermal Design Power) 18W Special Notification The actual processor preinstalled in the not...

2-5 Intro d u cti ons Memory Technology DDR3 1066 MHz Memory DDR3 SO-DIMM X 2 slot Maximum up to 8GB Power AC/DC Adapter 40W, 19V Input: 100~240V~1.2A 50~60Hz Output: 19V 2.1A Battery Type 6 cells RTC Battery Yes Special Notification The actual AC/DC Adapter and battery pack that come with the packa...

2-6 Intro d u cti ons I/O Port Monitor (VGA) 15 pin D-Sub x 1 USB x 3 (version 3.0/ version 2.0) (optionally supported) HDMI x 1 Mic-in x 1 Headphone-out x 1 RJ45 x 1 Card Reader x 1 (SD/ SDHC/ MMC/ MS) The supported memory cards may vary without notice. Communication Port (Items listed here may var...

2-7 Intro d u cti ons WebCam CMOS HD CMOS Camera Audio Internal Speaker 2 speakers with housing Sound Volume Adjust by K/B hot-key & SW Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only BIOS Fast Boot Support --- Yes Others Compliance WHQL Kensington Lock Hole x 1

2-8 Intro d u cti ons Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the notebook shown in this section may vary from the actual one that users purchase...

2-14 Intro d u cti ons Front Side View 1. Status LED Hard Disk/ Optical Drive Device In-use Blinking blue when the system is accessing the hard disk drive or the optical drive device. Bluetooth This function is NOT supported on this model. WLAN(WiFi) Wireless LAN (WiFi) Š This LED indicator glows bl...

2-16 Intro d u cti ons 2. Card Reader The built-in card reader may support various types of memory card, such as MMC (Multi-Media Card), XD (eXtreme Digital), SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (SD High Capacity), SDXC(SD eXtended Capacity), MS (Memory Stick) or MS Pro (Memory Stick Pro) cards. Contact the l...

2-17 Intro d u cti ons Right Side View 1. Optical Drive Device This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device. The actual device preinstalled in the notebook depends on the model you purchased. 2. VGA Port The 15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard ...

2-19 Intro d u cti ons Left Side View 1. Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington Lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place with a key or some mechanical PIN device and attached through a rubberised metal cable. The end of the cable has a small loop which allows the wh...

2-21 Intro d u cti ons Rear Side View 1. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC adapter is disconnected. 1. Battery Pack 1

2-22 Intro d u cti ons Bottom Side View 1. Battery Release Button It is a bounce-back device as a preparation for releasing the battery pack. Slide it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. 2. Battery Lock/Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned...

3-2 G e ttin g Sta rted Power Management Connecting the AC power It is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter to the notebook and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC power is connected, recharging the battery will start immediately. Note that the AC/...

3-3 G e ttin g Sta rted 2 3 5 3 6 4 Connecting the AC Power 1. Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord. 2. Attach the power cord to the connector of the AC/DC adapter. 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the electrical outlet. ...

3-4 G e ttin g Sta rted Using the Battery Power This notebook is equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion battery pack. The rechargeable Li-ion battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. Be aware of that this battery pack may be damaged if users try to disassemble the battery pack on thei...

3-5 G e ttin g Sta rted Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Locate the steady gutter of the battery pack, and the battery bolt on the battery tray as shown right. 2. Align the steady gutter and battery bolt with correct orientation and make sure they...

3-6 G e ttin g Sta rted Releasing the Battery Pack To release the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Make sure the notebook is turned off, and the AC power is disconnected. 2. Press the lock/unlock button to the unlocked position. 3. Locate the battery release button on the bottom side. 4. ...

3-7 G e ttin g Sta rted Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Š Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Š Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate bat...

3-8 G e ttin g Sta rted Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the notebook. Please pay attention to the following tips before recharging the battery: Š If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and shut do...

3-9 G e ttin g Sta rted ECO Engine -- Power Saving Function (optional) ECO Engine , the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various power saving modes – Movie mode , Game mode , Presentation mode , and Office mode , to extend the battery running time while performing different tas...

3-12 G e ttin g Sta rted TurboBattery+ Function (optional) In addition to ECO Engine function, this notebook also provides a battery power management function, which named TurboBattery+, for users to manage the battery power status on their own. With the TurboBattery+ Setting menu, users will be abl...

3-13 G e ttin g Sta rted 3. Move the mouse cursor to point the icon (TurboBattery+), and then left click the mouse on it to activate the TurboBattery+ Function. 4. Users may also press the TurboBattery+ Quick Launch Button, if equipped on the notebook, to activate the TurboBattery+ function promptly...

3-15 G e ttin g Sta rted Power Management in Windows OS Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential 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 ...

3-17 G e ttin g Sta rted 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 un...

3-18 G e ttin g Sta rted 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. Howeve...

3-19 G e ttin g Sta rted 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 wo...

3-20 G e ttin g Sta rted Knowing the Keyboard This notebook provides a full-functioned keyboard. This keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys , Cursor keys , Numeric keys and Function keys . The keyboard shown here may vary from the actual one, depending on which county users p...

3-21 G e ttin g Sta rted 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 thei...

3-22 G e ttin g Sta rted 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 ...

3-23 G e ttin g Sta rted The Backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose. This key is used to switch the typing mode between “insert” and “overtype” modes. Press this key to delete one character to the right of the cursor and move the following text left for...

3-27 G e ttin g Sta rted Knowing the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. 1. Cursor Movement ...

3-28 G e ttin g Sta rted Using the Touchpad Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad: „ Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons...

3-29 G e ttin g Sta rted that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button. Tapping twice more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double-click. „ Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor on the des...

3-30 G e ttin g Sta rted Knowing the Smart Pad The Smart Pad integrated in your notebook allows users to perform various actions with multi-finger taps and gestures while operating the notebook, and is capable to detect the changes of the multi-finger movement performed by users precisely. This sign...

3-31 G e ttin g Sta rted Gestures Actions Functions Š Tapping the touchpad once with one finger. Š Single clicking the Left button of the mouse. Š Double tapping the touchpad with one finger. Š Double clicking the Left button of the mouse. Š Touch the touchpad with single finger and move around your...

3-36 G e ttin g Sta rted About Hard Disk Drive Your notebook is equipped with a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a storage device with much higher speed and larger capacity than other storage devices, such as the floppy disk drive and optical storage device. Therefore, it is usually ...

3-37 G e ttin g Sta rted Using the Optical Storage Device Your notebook is equipped with an optical storage device. The actual device preinstalled in your notebook depends on the model you purchased. „ DVD Super-Multi: Works as a multi-functional DVD Dual Drive and a DVD RAM Drive. It is capable to ...

3-38 G e ttin g Sta rted Inserting the Disk The following instructions describe the general procedure when operating the optical storage device: 1. Confirm that the notebook is turned on. 2. Press the eject button on the panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. 3. Gently pull the tray out u...

3-39 G e ttin g Sta rted Removing the Disk Follow the instructions below to remove the disk that is placed in the optical storage device: 6. Press the eject button on the drive’s panel and the disk tray will slide out partially. 7. Gently pull the tray out until fully extended. 8. Hold the disk by i...

3-40 G e ttin g Sta rted Connecting the External Devices The I/O (input/output) ports on the notebook allow you to connect peripheral devices. All devices listed here are for reference only. Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the USB devices This notebook provides USB ports for connecting ...

3-41 G e ttin g Sta rted Connecting the External Display Devices This notebook provides a VGA port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. The 15-pin D-Sub VGA port allows users to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great v...

3-42 G e ttin g Sta rted HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new interface standard for PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices that supports standard, enhanced and high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. Once the display is connected to the not...

3-43 G e ttin g Sta rted Connecting the Communication Devices Using the LAN The RJ-45 connector of the notebook allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the L...

3-44 G e ttin g Sta rted Using Wireless LAN Connection (optional supported) This notebook is equipped with wireless LAN module which allows users to perform fast data transmission with the standard IEEE 802.11 for wireless LAN. This gives users the mobility to move around within a broad coverage are...

3-45 G e ttin g Sta rted Components Replacement and Upgrade Please be noticed that the memory, hard disk drive, wireless LAN / Bluetooth module and battery pack preinstalled in the product users purchased may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased. 2 4...

4-2 BIO S Set u p About BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: Š An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and is requested to run SETUP. Š You want to change the default settings for customized features. Š You want to reload the default...

4-3 BIO S Set u p Control Keys You can use only the keyboard to control the cursor in the BIOS Setup Utility. Press left arrow to select one menu title. Press right arrow to select one menu title. Press up arrow to select one item under the menu title. Press down arrow to select one item under the m...

4-4 BIO S Set u p BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. Select the tags to enter the other menus. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory size and setting of system time and date. Advanced Menu Adju...

4-5 BIO S Set u p Main Menu Š System Date This item allows you to set the system date. The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Day Day of the week, from Sun to Sat, which is determined by BIOS (read-only). Month (Month) The month from 01 (January) to 12 (December). Date (Date) The date from 01 to ...

4-7 BIO S Set u p Advanced Menu Š PowerNow This item allows you to enable or disable PowerNow function. When set to Enabled , the system always operates in a conserve power mode. If you want to optimize the processor, set this item to Disabled , so that the processor’s speed will vary depending on t...

4-8 BIO S Set u p Boot Menu Š Boot Settings Configuration Configure settings during system boot. Š Boot Device Priority These items showing the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.

4-9 BIO S Set u p Security Menu Š Supervisor Password When this item is selected, a message box shall appear on the screen as below: Type a maximum of twenty-digit password and press [Enter] . The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory. You may also press [ESC] ...

4-11 BIO S Set u p Save & Exit Menu Š Exit & Save Changes Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. Š Exit & Discard Changes Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Š Load Setup Defaults Select this item to load the default settings.