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1.THE eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!.......................................................................................................................................................................................................2
1.1Handling your netbook..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
1.3A closer look at your eCAFÉ™......................................................................................................................................................................................................3
2.eCAFÉ
TM
– UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED..................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.3A netbook suited to large files.......................................................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4Extensive connectivity options for countless applications..............................................................................................................................................................7
2.5A desktop device AND a mobile device.........................................................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.1Operating the eCAFÉ™ when connected to the mains....................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.2Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery..............................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.3Installing and removing the battery................................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.4Optimising your use of the battery.................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.FIRST STEPS WITH MY eCAFÉ™.....................................................................................................................................................................................................13
3.1Turning the eCAFÉ™ On/Off ......................................................................................................................................................................................................13
3.2Connecting an external display...................................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.3Connecting a keyboard and a mouse..........................................................................................................................................................................................15
3.4Connecting headphones and a microphone................................................................................................................................................................................15
3.5Mastering the touchpad...............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.6Accessing the help interface .......................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.7Welcome to the eCAFÉ™ galaxy!...............................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.7.1All the essentials in just one click..................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.7.2Extensive contents to take you further...........................................................................................................................................................................22
3.8Adjusting the main settings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................24
3.8.1eCAFÉ™ Connect and the WiFi feature........................................................................................................................................................................24
3.8.2Date and time................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
3.9Customising your world...............................................................................................................................................................................................................26
3.9.1Defining user profiles.....................................................................................................................................................................................................26
3.9.2Customising the interface's appearance........................................................................................................................................................................26
4.1Connecting to the Internet...........................................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.1.1...using the WiFi feature ................................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.1.2...via a DSL connection or a local area network.............................................................................................................................................................30
4.2Sending and receiving emails.....................................................................................................................................................................................................30
4.3Chatting with friends....................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
6.1Viewing and organising your photos............................................................................................................................................................................................40
6.3Listening to music.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.4Using the webcam.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................44
7.1Creating, editing, saving and more..............................................................................................................................................................................................45
7.1.1...A document using OpenOffice.org Writer (word processor)........................................................................................................................................46
7.1.2...A spreadhseet using OpenOffice.org Calc (spreadsheet program).............................................................................................................................47
7.1.3...A slideshow using OpenOffice.org Impress (slideshow creator).................................................................................................................................49
7.2Managing your bank accounts.....................................................................................................................................................................................................54
7.3Managing your schedule.............................................................................................................................................................................................................55
9.SAVING AND RESTORING DATA.....................................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.1Creating backups on a USB key..................................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.2Creating backups on a memory card...........................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.3Creating backups on a CD or DVD..............................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.4Restoring backup data from a USB key.......................................................................................................................................................................................57
9.5Restoring backup data from a memory card................................................................................................................................................................................58
9.6Restoring backup data from CD or DVD......................................................................................................................................................................................58
INDEX ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Always observe the following recommendations when playing video games...........................................................................................................................................60
About photosensitive epileptic seizures...................................................................................................................................................................................................60
4. English keyboard 9. Left button 13. Microphone input
5. Mains power usage
indicator light
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1. Removable battery 3. Air intake vent 5. DDR RAM bay
2. Battery locking latches 4. Speakers
This part of your eCAFÉ™ is liable to heat during operation and charging. This is normal. However, to improve thermal dissipation, we
recommend you do not block the vents. Avoid placing your eCAFÉ™ on a soft surface such as a sofa or a bed, for instance.
1. Power cord socket 3. USB 2.0 port
2. VGA outlet 4. Memory card drive
1. USB 2.0 ports 2. LAN/Ethernet ports
3. Kensington® lock
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2.2Multifunction keyboard
eCAFÉ™ features a complete keyboard that lets you control the screen and WiFi connection settings.
+
Activate/Deactivate
WiFi feature (default is
inactive)
+
Activate/Deactivate
audio output
+
Switch from the LCD
display to an external
display (For more
information regarding the
screen resolution, please
refer to the
Personalisation Wizard,
section 3.7.2. Extensive
contents to take you
further)
+
Reduce volume
+
Put computer in standby
mode
+
Increase volume
+
Lock/Unlock the numeric
keypad
+
Reduce display
brightness
+
Lock/Unlock the scroll
lock function
+
Increase display
brightness
Switch between full
screen display and
window display modes in
the Internet browser
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2.3A netbook suited to large files
Equipped with a hard disk drive and a multiple-format card reader, the eCAFÉ™ enables you to take your most precious files with you,
regardless of their size.
Hard disk drive
The eCAFÉ™ features a 60 Go (or more, according to versions) hard disk drive, user space is approximately 50GB. This storage capacity
allows you to save movies, images and other large files to your device.
Memory card drive
The eCAFÉ™ is equipped with a multiple-format memory card reader supporting SD and SD HC (Secure Digital), MS (Memory Stick®), MMC
(MultiMedia Card) formats; this device enables you to view pictures taken with your digital camera or to extend your system's storage capacity,
for instance.
USB ports
The eCAFÉ™ is also equipped with three USB ports that enable you to connect a USB storage key or other USB devices (for further
information regarding USB ports, please refer to section 2.4, "Extensive connectivity options for countless applications").
2.4Extensive connectivity options for countless applications
The ports and connectivity interfaces built into your eCAFÉ™ enable you to connect all kind of USB peripherals, such as a mouse or an
external hard disk drive, to your netbook.
General safety rules
Before connecting a peripheral to your netbook, please refer to the installation instructions provided with the device.
Never remove a peripheral while your eCAFÉ™ is reading or saving data; you would risk destroying the data beyond repair.
USB ports (Universal Serial Bus)
The eCAFÉ™ features three USB 2.0 ports (USB 1.1 compatible), to which you can connect many peripherals such as a keyboard, a mouse, a
USB key and more. This interface is hot-swappable, allowing you to connect and remove your peripheral without having to first shut it down.
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If you have connected a USB external hard disk drive to your eCAFÉ™, please click on the icon (located in the lower right section
of the screen) and select "Remove media" prior to disconnecting your peripheral.
The system may fail to recognise some USB peripherals if they have been connected during the computer's start-up phase. Should this
be the case, please remove the device from your netbook and connect it again.
Audio connectors
To initiate a communication or view a video, please connect a microphone, headphones and/or a headset featuring a built-in microphone to the
relevant connector:
- The jack output connector to connect headphones or a headset
- The jack input connector to connect an MP3 player for recording purposes, or a microphone to record vocal data or chat with your contacts
using a voice-over-IP application
Local Area Network (LAN)
The eCAFÉ™ is equipped with a RJ45 LAN connectivity interface, which enables you to connect it to a 10/100 Mbps wired network (corporate
network, router, wired modem & router or Internet box, for instance).
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2.5A desktop device AND a mobile device
Both a desktop device and a mobile device at once, the eCAFÉ™ can be used everywhere thanks to its dual power supply (mains or battery).
2.5.1Operating the eCAFÉ™ when connected to the mains
Use the included power adaptor to power your eCAFÉ™. The device complies with the specifications of the electric network in the country in
which the device was purchased.
Please make sure that the power supply plug is fully engaged into the computer's power supply connector.
When the eCAFÉ™ is connected to the mains, the device's battery starts to charge automatically. Please note that fully charging the eCAFÉ™
while the device is in use requires more time than when the eCAFÉ™ is turned off.
2.5.2Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery
The eCAFÉ™ is designed to operate on its built-in battery. When fully charged, the built-in battery guarantees ample autonomy (over 5 hours*).
You can purchase additional batteries from your sales output.
To extend your battery's lifespan, we recommend that you charge it fully when using your eCAFÉ™ for the first time. Please refer to the
battery charge status indicator for more information regarding the battery charge level.
* Battery life calculated based on a simulation in which the following activities were carried out in succession: word processing, Internet browsing, standby mode approximately 5
minutes per hour of use. Battery life duration may vary and depends on how eCAFÉ™ is used (types of use, network conditions).
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2.5.3Installing and removing the battery
You may need to install or remove the battery, e.g. when replacing the battery.
Before installing or removing the battery, place the locks (2) in the "Unlocked" position; install or remove the battery, then place the
locks in the "Locked" position again.
Always shut your eCAFÉ™ down before installing or removing the battery!
Use only Hercules batteries that are fully identical to the original batteries included with your eCAFÉ™. Failure to comply with these
instructions may cause damage to your eCAFÉ™. Similarly, there is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an inappropriate battery.
Please comply with the regulations on proper battery disposal.
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