ContentsFirst things first viiYour guides viiBasic care and tips for using your computer viiGetting familiar with your computer 1A tour of your computer 3Opened front view 3Closed Front view 5Left view 6Right view 7Rear view 8Bottom view 9Features 10Display 12Indicators 13Keyboard 15Special keys 15Keyboard ergonomics 19Touchpad 20Touchpad basics 20Launch keys 22Storage 23Ejecting the optical drive tray 23Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray 24Connectivity options 25Ethernet and LAN 25Fax/data modem 26Audio 27Audio DJ 28Securing your computer 30Security slot 30Passwords 30Operating on battery power 33Battery pack(Optional) 35Battery pack characteristics 35Installing and removing the battery pack 36Charging the battery 38Checking the battery level 38Battery-low warning 39Power management 40