Page 2 - Preface
1-2 Pre fa ce Preface Table of Content ............................................................................................................................ 1-2 Regulations Information................................................................................................................
Page 3 - Getting Started; Knowing the
1-3 Pre fa ce Right Side View ...................................................................................................................... 2-16 Left Side View......................................................................................................................... 2-18 Rear ...
Page 4 - BIOS Setup
1-4 Pre fa ce Connecting the Peripheral Devices ........................................................................................ 3-34 Connecting the Communication Devices ............................................................................... 3-38 Components Replacement and Upgrade ....
Page 5 - Regulations Information; FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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...
Page 6 - FCC Conditions; This device may not cause harmful interference.; CE Conformity; provisions set out in the European Directive.
1-6 Pre fa ce 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...
Page 7 - Safety Instructions; Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.
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...
Page 8 - achieve zero energy consumption.
1-8 Pre fa ce Make sure the power voltage is within safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Always unplug the AC power cord before installing any add-on card or module to the equipment. Always disconnect the AC p...
Page 11 - Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery
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...
Page 15 - ةيبرعلا; WEEE Statement
1-15 Pre fa ce (Croatian) (Hrvatski) OPREZ: Opasnost od eksplozije ako se baterija zamijeni neprikladnom. Zamijenite je samo jednakom ili nadomjesnom vrstom prema preporuci proizvo đ a č a. Istrošene baterije zbrinite u skladu s uputama proizvo đ a č a. (Estonian) (Eesti) ETTEVAATUST! Plahvatusoht, ...
Page 22 - Optical Drive Device Notice; disassemble the enclosure.; Trademarks; All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.; Revision History; Version Revision; Released
1-22 Pre fa ce Optical Drive Device 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 ...
Page 23 - CHAPTER 2; Introductions
Page 24 - Manual Map; for the first time.
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 ...
Page 25 - the system for optimum use.; Unpacking; Notebook
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...
Page 26 - Specification; Physical Characteristic
2-4 Intro d u cti ons Specification Physical Characteristic Dimension 395 (W) x 278 (D) x 45 (H) mm Weight <3.5 kg (with 9-cell battery) CPU Processor Type Intel® Sandy Bridge Support Processor Intel® Huron River L2/ L3 Cache UP to 8MB Special Notification The actual processor preinstalled in the...
Page 27 - Memory
2-5 Intro d u cti ons Memory Technology DDR3 1066/ 1333 MHz Memory DDR3 SO-DIMM X 4 slots Maximum up to 16 GB Power AC/DC Adapter 150W, 19V Input: 100~240V 50~60Hz Output: 19.5V 7.7A Battery Type 9-cell RTC Battery Yes Special Notification The actual AC/DC Adapter and battery pack that come with the...
Page 28 - Communication Port; Audio
2-6 Intro d u cti ons I/O Port Monitor (VGA) 15 pin D-Sub x 1 USB x 4 E-SATA x 1 HDMI x 1 Mic-in x 1 Line-in x 1 Line-out x 1 Headphone out / S/PDIF out x 1 Internal Microphone x 1 RJ45 x 1 Card Reader x 1 (XD/ SD/ SDHC/ SDXC/ MMC/ MS/ MS Pro) The supported memory cards may vary without notice. Comm...
Page 29 - Video
2-7 Intro d u cti ons Video Graphics Discrete Display LCD Type 15.6” LED LCD (optional) Brightness Adjustment Supported WebCam WebCam HD Camera Software & BIOS USB Flash Boot Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only BIOS Fast Boot Support --- Yes Others Kensington Lock Hole x 1 Compliance WHQL
Page 30 - Product Overview; area of your notebook.
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...
Page 31 - any other interactive applications.; Quick Launch Touch Sensors; Press this sensor to launch the Cinema Pro application.
2-9 Intro d u cti ons 1. Internal Microphone The built-in speaker and array microphone increase the accuracy of speech recognition feature, allow inputs to be combined into a single, higher-quality source. 2. Webcam/ Webcam LED (optional) This built-in Webcam can be used for picture taking, video ...
Page 32 - Turbo; Note; Cooler Boost
2-10 Intro d u cti ons Turbo Connect the AC power and press the TURBO sensor to raise a higher performance. The TURBO LED indicators lights when this function is ON or goes out when OFF. Note This notebook is designed to support overclocking function. However, please make sure your components ar...
Page 33 - ECO
2-11 Intro d u cti ons Press this sensor repeatedly to turn the WLAN function on or off recurrently. Press this sensor repeatedly to turn the Bluetooth function on or off recurrently. ECO ECO Engine (Power Saving) Press this sensor repeatedly to switch among these five different power saving m...
Page 36 - Front View; Bluetooth and Wireless LAN:; Both LED indicators go out when both functions are disabled.
2-14 Intro d u cti ons Front View 1. Status LED Bluetooth Wireless LAN Bluetooth and Wireless LAN: Wireless LAN LED indicator glows amber when Wireless LAN function is enabled. Bluetooth LED indicator glows amber when Bluetooth function is enabled. Both LED indicators go out when both function...
Page 37 - Glowing amber when the battery is being charged.
2-15 Intro d u cti ons Battery Status: Glowing amber when the battery is being charged. Glowing blue when the battery is in low battery status. Blinking blue if the battery fails and it is recommended to replace a new battery. Consult the local dealer for purchasing an equivalent type of batte...
Page 38 - Right Side View; Port
2-16 Intro d u cti ons Right Side View 1. Audio Port Connectors Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi function supported. Connect your speakers to the proper connectors as shown below. Headphone out/ SPDIF-out: Used for speakers or headphones. The S/PDIF connector is also prov...
Page 39 - accessing data and playing music/movie on the computer.
2-17 Intro d u cti ons 2. USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more. 3. Optical Drive Device The optical drive device allows you to use the CD/ DVD/ Blu-ray disc for installing sof...
Page 40 - Left Side View; for further and correct information and be noted that; the supported memory cards may vary
2-18 Intro d u cti ons Left Side View 1. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2. USB Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, prin...
Page 41 - Rear Side View; Lock; To connect the AC/ DC adapter and supply power to the notebook.; Connector
2-19 Intro d u cti ons Rear 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...
Page 42 - brings to storage.; multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
2-20 Intro d u cti ons 4. VGA Port The 15-pin D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a projector) for a great view of the computer display. 5. E-SATA Connector The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA device....
Page 43 - Bottom Side View; unlock position, the battery is removable.; and pull the battery pack carefully with the other.
2-21 Intro d u cti ons Bottom Side View 1. Battery Lock/ Unlock Button Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is slid to unlock position, the battery is removable. 2. Battery Pack This notebook will be powered by the battery pack when the AC/ DC adapter...
Page 45 - CHAPTER 3
Page 46 - Exclusive Functions; This model has following exclusive functions.; NVIDIA OC Tool; The overclocking value may vary depending on the CPU you use.; Connect the AC power and press the TURBO sensor to raise a higher
3-2 G e ttin g Sta rted Exclusive Functions This model has following exclusive functions. NVIDIA OC Tool This tool can activate TDE (Turbo Drive Engine) technology, thus further enable GPU OC function. Note: The nVidia Over Clock Tool is only available on graphic solution only. The preinstalled ...
Page 49 - Power Management; Connecting the AC power; battery is being charged immediately.
3-5 G e ttin g Sta rted Power Management Connecting the AC power Please be noted that it is strongly recommended to connect the AC/DC adapter and use the AC power while using this notebook for the first time. When the AC/DC adapter is connected, the battery is being charged immediately. Note that th...
Page 50 - Connecting the AC Power; Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and power cord.; Disconnecting the AC Power; Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first.
3-6 G e ttin g Sta rted 2 3 4 3 6 6 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. ...
Page 51 - Using the Battery Power; pack is an internal power source of the notebook.
3-7 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...
Page 52 - Installing the Battery Pack
3-8 G e ttin g Sta rted Installing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Align and place the battery to the battery tray with correct orientation. 2. Press down the battery pack to fasten the battery pack in the battery tray. 3. Press the lock/unlock button to th...
Page 53 - Releasing the Battery Pack; To remove the battery pack, following the steps below:
3-9 G e ttin g Sta rted Releasing the Battery Pack It is always recommended to have another battery pack in reserve for enough power supply. Please contact your local dealer to purchase a battery pack that is compliant to your notebook. To remove the battery pack, following the steps below: 1. Make ...
Page 55 - Battery Safety Tips
3-11 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. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate ba...
Page 56 - Charging the Battery Pack; following tips before recharging the battery:
3-12 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: If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all running programs and shut d...
Page 57 - ECO Power Saving Function; Enabling the ECO Engine; ECO Engine
3-13 G e ttin g Sta rted ECO Power Saving Function (Optionally Supported) Enabling the ECO Engine ECO Engine , the outstanding and unique power saving function, provides various power saving modes – Gaming mode , Movie mode , Presentation mode , Office mode , and Turbo Battery mode , to extend the b...
Page 58 - Select this mode while performing presentation applications.; Office Mode; Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks.; Turbo Battery Mode; Select this mode to maximize the battery running time.; ECO Off; Selected to disable ECO Engine.
3-14 G e ttin g Sta rted Presentation Mode Select this mode while performing presentation applications. Office Mode Select this mode while dealing with office documentation tasks. Turbo Battery Mode Select this mode to maximize the battery running time. ECO Off Selected to disable ECO Engine.
Page 59 - Power Management in Windows OS; Panel. Click on the “System and Security”.
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 sleep or hibernate...
Page 61 - Energy Saving Tips; Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity.; Fn; and
3-17 G e ttin g Sta rted Energy Saving Tips Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer’s energy consumption. Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. Utilize the Fn and F12 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. Tune the settings in Power Options un...
Page 62 - Basic Operations; safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations.; Safety and Comfort Tips; Your work area should have enough illumination.
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...
Page 63 - Having a Good Work Habit
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...
Page 64 - Knowing the Keyboard
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 . Typewriter keys Numeric keys Cursor keys / Function keys The keyboard shown here may va...
Page 65 - Typewriter Keys; Ctrl; is activated, the letters you type are kept in uppercase.; Numeric Keys; numeric keys to enter numbers and calculations.
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...
Page 66 - Cursor Keys; Home
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 ...
Page 67 - Function Keys; Windows Keys
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...
Page 68 - Enable or disable the touchpad function.
3-24 G e ttin g Sta rted + Enable or disable the touchpad function. + Decrease the LCD brightness. + Increase the LCD brightness. + Decrease the built-in speaker’s volume. + Increase the built-in speaker’s volume. + Disable the computer’s audio function. + Force the computer into sleep state (depend...
Page 71 - Knowing the Touchpad; making selection with its two buttons.; Movement; This pressure-sensitive area of the touchpad,; Left
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 ...
Page 72 - Using the Touchpad; Read the following description to learn how to use the touchpad:; Configuring the Touchpad; Windows operating system. The; Mouse Properties; in; Control Panel; allows you to change; Positioning and Moving; continue the movement.; Point and Click
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...
Page 73 - more rapidly on the touchpad is to execute a double-click.; Drag and Drop; Move the cursor by sliding
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...
Page 74 - About Hard Disk Drive; software applications.
3-30 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 ...
Page 75 - Using the Optical Storage Device; notebook depends on the model you purchased.
3-31 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: This device allows you to read DVD and CD, and record CD format. Blu-ray: It is...
Page 76 - Inserting the Disk
3-32 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...
Page 77 - Removing the Disk
3-33 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...
Page 78 - Connecting the External Devices; listed here are for reference only.; Connecting the Peripheral Devices; Connecting the USB devices; Start Menu; to add the new device.
3-34 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 ...
Page 79 - Connecting the External Display Devices
3-35 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...
Page 80 - digital audio on a single cable.; of
3-36 G e ttin g Sta rted This notebook provides a HDMI port for connecting a larger display with higher resolution. 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, p...
Page 81 - Connecting the External SATA Hard Disk device; interface brings to storage.
3-37 G e ttin g Sta rted Connecting the External SATA Hard Disk device The E-SATA Connector allows you to connect an external Serial ATA hard disk device. Users can now utilize shielded cable outside the notebook to take advantage of the benefits the SATA interface brings to storage. The E-SATA stan...
Page 82 - Connecting the Communication Devices; Using the LAN; such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection.
3-38 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...
Page 83 - Using Wireless LAN Connection (optionally supported); and a more secure solution to the wireless communication.
3-39 G e ttin g Sta rted Using Wireless LAN Connection (optionally 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 a...
Page 84 - Using Bluetooth Connection (optionally supported); network manager for help.
3-40 G e ttin g Sta rted Using Bluetooth Connection (optionally supported) This notebook is equipped with Bluetooth module which allows users to connect various Bluetooth-enabled devices to the notebook. Bluetooth provides a way to connect and exchange information between devices such as mobile phon...
Page 85 - Components Replacement and Upgrade; request depending on the models users purchased.
3-41 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. 5 4 ...
Page 87 - This notebook is equipped with an optical drive device, and
3-43 G e ttin g Sta rted To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specification in the User’s Manual provided. For any further information about the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product, if you ...
Page 88 - CHAPTER 4
Page 89 - Set; About BIOS Setup; When to Use BIOS Setup?; You may need to run the BIOS Setup when:; How to Run BIOS Setup?
4-2 BIO S Set u p About BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up and is requested to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default...
Page 90 - Control Keys
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...
Page 91 - BIOS Setup Menu; enter the other menus.; Main Menu; size and setting of system time and date.; Advanced Menu; Set up boot type and boot sequence.; Security Menu; Install or clear the password settings for supervisor and user.
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...
Page 95 - Select this item to enhance system performance.
4-8 BIO S Set u p iCharger Function This notebook supports iCharger function. "iCharger" is the application used to detect if the iPad is connected and you can use it to charge iPad in Windows OS. System Performance Select this item to enhance system performance. USB Configuration Sele...
Page 96 - Boot Menu; Set Boot Priority; Configure settings during system boot.
4-9 BIO S Set u p Boot Menu Set Boot Priority Configure settings during system boot. Boot Option #1, #2, #3, #4 These items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.
Page 97 - Enter New Password
4-10 BIO S Set u p Security Menu Supervisor Password / User 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 ...
Page 99 - Save the changes you have made and reset the utility; Discard Changes and Exit; Select this item to load the default settings.
4-12 BIO S Set u p Save & Exit Menu Save Changes and Reset Save the changes you have made and reset the utility Discard Changes and Exit Ignore the previous configuration and exit the BIOS setup utility. Load Setup Defaults Select this item to load the default settings.
Page 100 - RAID Level 0 Introduction; other drive is searching for and reading the next block.
4-13 BIO S Set u p RAID Level 0 Introduction (Optionally Supported) RAID level 0 is normally used to increase performance, which splits data evenly across two or more disks with no parity information for redundancy. This allows one of the drives to read data while the other drive is searching for an...
Page 101 - RAID0 Setup; Enter “SATA Mode Selection” field in Advance tab, items IDE, AHCI, and
4-14 BIO S Set u p RAID0 Setup This section helps user to set RAID level 0, generally used to increase performance, which splits data evenly across two or more disks with no parity information for redundancy. Enter “SATA Mode Selection” field in Advance tab, items IDE, AHCI, and RAID will pop up. ...
Page 102 - Creating RAID Volume; To create RAID Volume, follow the steps below:; Create
4-15 BIO S Set u p Creating RAID Volume To create RAID Volume, follow the steps below: 1. Reboot during POST, the following message will appear then press < CTRL-I > to enter Configuration Utility. 2. Enter Main Screen of Intel Rapid Storage Technology. Select “ Create RAID Volume ”, and press...
Page 103 - Create Volume Menu in the right; enter
4-16 BIO S Set u p 3. Create Volume Menu in the right appears, pressing ENTER to switch between various fields. Name Specify an RAID Volume name. Default: Volume0 RAID Level RAID0(Stripe) Disks Not currently available Stripe Size Adjustable Capacity Adjustable Sync Not currently available 4. Press e...
Page 104 - A Warning message prompted to
4-17 BIO S Set u p 5. A Warning message prompted to confirm the RAID volume creation, press “Y” to continue. 6. RAID information shows in the following screen indicating successful work. 5 6
Page 105 - Select ESC to exit and press Y to
4-18 BIO S Set u p 7. Select ESC to exit and press Y to confirm. Finally, restart the computer to finish RAID 0 setting. CAUTION: For users intended to use AHCI or RAID, set either item enabled in both BIOS PLUS Intel Rapid Storage Technology tool PRIOR to OS installation, or a screen showed error m...
Page 106 - Deleting RAID Volume; Delete RAID Volume
4-19 BIO S Set u p Deleting RAID Volume To delete RAID Volume, follow the steps below: 1. Select “ Delete RAID Volume ” field. CAUTION: Once RAID volume is deleted, the data within shall be lost consequently, which means OS reinstallation is needed afterwards. 2. Select volume user intends to remove...
Page 107 - A screen shows up to confirm RAID
4-20 BIO S Set u p 3. A screen shows up to confirm RAID volume deletion, press “Y” to delete this volume. 3
Page 108 - Possible Error Scenario:; NO FUNCTION due to RAID volume
4-21 BIO S Set u p Possible Error Scenario: Following of two possible results might occur when you pressing CTRL+I, with only one HDD in your system. NO FUNCTION; due to RAID volume has not been created yet. Intel Rapid Storage Technology tool will not be showed up. One of the hard disk removed ...