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To use the Fingerprint Control Center:  
1Click  (Start), All Programs, Protector Suite QL, then 
click Control Center. The Fingerprint Control Center 
opens.
2If you are logged into the notebook with administrator 
privileges, click Elevate administrative privileges for 
user so you can make changes to the settings.
3Click the yellow arrow in front of an option, then click the 
option or setting you want to change.
Using the password bank
The password bank stores registrations to your favorite secure 
Web sites so that you can access them without having to 
re-enter your username and password each time you want to 
log into the site.
Tip
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To create a registration for a Web site:  
1Go to the Web site using your Internet browser.
2Log in using your user name and password.
3Swipe your already enrolled finger over the sensor. The 
fingerprint reader menu opens.
4Click Register.
5Click on the dialog box or Web site sign in box.
To log on to a registered Web site:  
1Swipe your already enrolled finger over the sensor. The 
fingerprint reader menu opens.
2Click Registered Sites, then click the Web site you want 
to log onto.
3Your Internet browser opens and automatically logs you 
onto the Web site.
Using the fingerprint reader features
For more information about the fingerprint reader and how to 
use its features, click  (Start), All Programs, Protector Suite 
QL, then click Help. 
						

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Using the EZ Pad touchpad
The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll 
zone.
When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer 
(arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use 
the scroll zone to scroll through documents. Use of the scroll 
zone may vary from program to program.
To u c h p a d
Left button
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You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the 
touchpad to select objects.
Tip
You can attach a mouse to the notebook using a USB port. You do not need 
to shut down the notebook to connect a USB mouse.
TipFor instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, 
right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see 
“Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings” in your online User 
Guide.
TipYou may have received your notebook with the EZ Pad touchpad set to 
only accept clicking by using the touchpad buttons. You can change this feature 
to allow tapping on the touchpad to simulate clicking the left button. For more 
information, see “Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings” in 
your online User Guide.
To...Do this...
Move the 
pointer on the 
screen.Move your finger 
around on the 
touchpad. If you 
run out of space 
and need to move 
the pointer 
farther, lift your 
finger, move it to 
the middle of the 
touchpad, then 
continue moving 
your finger.
Select an 
object on the 
screen.Position the 
pointer over the 
object. Quickly 
press and release 
the left button 
once. This action 
is called clicking.
Start a 
program or 
open a file or 
folder.Position the 
pointer over the 
object. Press the 
left button twice 
in rapid 
succession. This 
action is called 
double-clicking. 
						

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Using the optional multimedia 
panel
Access a 
shortcut 
menu or find 
more 
information 
about an 
object on the 
screen.Position the 
pointer over the 
object. Quickly 
press and release 
the right button 
once. This action 
is called 
right-clicking.
Move an 
object on the 
screen.Position the 
pointer over the 
object. Press the 
left button and 
hold it down, then 
use the touchpad 
t o  m o v e  ( d r a g )  t h e  
object to the 
appropriate part 
of the screen. 
Release the 
button to drop the 
object where you 
want it.
To...Do this...
Windows Hotstart
Instant On Audio
Instant On Video
Play/Pause
StopSkip backSkip aheadMute soundCapacitive volume control 
						

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ButtonDescription
Windows Hotstart—Turns on the notebook (if turned off) and 
opens Media Center (Windows Vista Home Premium or 
Windows Vista Ultimate) or Windows Media Player (Windows 
Vista Home Basic).
Important: You can use this button if the notebook is turned 
on, turned off, or in Sleep or Hibernate mode.
Important: You cannot use this button if you are logged on 
as a guest.
Instant on Audio—Opens Media Center (Windows Vista Home 
Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate) or Windows Media 
Player (Windows Vista Home Basic) .
Instant on Video—Opens Media Center (Windows Vista Home 
Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate) or the DVD player 
program (Windows Vista Home Basic).
Play or pause the CD or DVD.
Stop playing the CD or DVD.
Skip back one CD track or DVD chapter.
Skip ahead one CD track or DVD chapter.
Mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound. For more 
information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page 42.
Capacitive volume control—Swipe your finger on the volume 
sensor strip to change the volume. To increase volume, move 
from the – towards the +. To decrease volume, move from 
the + towards the –.
Tip:
■You can start swiping at any point on the strip.■The duration of the swipe determines the amount of the 
change.
■At the end of this swipe, if you keep your finger on the 
strip, the volume control continues to change in the same 
direction.
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Using the optional webcam
You can use the optional webcam with many of the available 
Internet chat programs to add video and audio to your chat 
session. In addition, by using the software included with the 
webcam, you can take pictures or create video clips.
Webcam
Status indicator Microphone 
						

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To  us e t he  we b ca m:  
1Click (Start), All Programs, Camera Assistant 
Software, then click Camera Assistant Software. The 
Camera Assistant Toolbar opens.
-OR-
Right-click   (Camera assistant software) on the 
taskbar, then click Show Toolbar. The Camera Assistant 
Toolbar opens.
ButtonIconDescription
Start 
cameraTurns on the camera and opens 
the preview screen.
Effects Adds a decoration or border to 
your picture.
PropertiesModifies properties such as 
zoom, backlight compensation, 
brightness, and contrast.
Settings Selects the position of the toolbar 
or modifies the picture, video, or 
audio settings.
HelpOpens online help.
ImportantIf you do not see the toolbar, the Auto Hide setting may be turned 
on. Move your pointer around the outside of the screen until the toolbar 
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2Click   (Start camera). The Camera Assistant opens.
3Click one of the following:
ButtonIconDescription
SnapshotTake a picture of what is 
currently in the preview 
screen.
Video 
recordingCreate a video recording.
Audio 
recordingCreate an audio recording.
Functions Change a setting or access 
online help.
ResolutionChange the size of the 
picture.
Mute Turn audio capture on or 
off.
EffectsAdd a decoration or 
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Adjusting the brightness
To adjust screen brightness:  
Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness 
keys on the keyboard. For more information, see “System 
key combinations” on page 25.
-OR-
Click  (Start), All Programs, Accessories
, then click 
Windows Mobility Center. The Windows Mobility 
Center window opens. Slide the Brightness control to 
the desired screen brightness.
Adjusting the volume
You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume 
of your notebook.Tip
For more information about using the webcam, click   in the 
Camera Assistant Toolbar or click  (Functions), then click Help in the 
Camera Assistant.
TipFor more information about using the webcam while using an 
Internet chat service, see the help for that service.
TipFor more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see 
“Using the Windows Mobility Center” in your online User Guide.