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Notices vii
Preface xiii
Connecting the computer xiii
Getting help and support xv
Care and maintenance xvii
1 Getting familiar with your computer 1
Features 3
Display 5
Indicators 7
Keyboard 8
Special keys 8
Keyboard ergonomics 13
Touchpad 14
Touchpad basics 14
Storage 16
Hard disk 16
EasyLink Combo Drive 16
Ports 20
Left port 20
Rear ports 21
Right ports 24
Audio 27
Adjusting the volume 27
Enabling the 3D effect feature 27
Securing your computer 29
Security keylock notch 29
Passwords 29
2 Operating on battery power 33
Battery pack 35
Battery pack characteristics 35
Using a battery pack for the first time 35
Replacing the battery pack 36
Charging the battery 37
Checking the battery level 38
Optimizing battery life 38
Battery-low warning 39
Power management 41
Power management modes 42
Setting power management schemes 44