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The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software.

IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface.

Using the Touchpad

Light pressure with the tip of a finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad. Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in place of a finger. The touchpad’s primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of a fingertip instead of a standard desktop mouse. The following illustrations demonstrate proper use of the touchpad.

Moving The Cursor

Place a finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the cursor.

Clicking/Tapping

With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use a fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping a finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color. The following 2 examples produce the same results.

Double-clicking/Double-tapping

This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon that is selected. Move the cursor over the executable icon or shortcut, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program. If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long, the operation will not be executed. The double-click speed can be set using the Windows Control Panel “Mouse.” The following 2 examples produce the same results.

Dragging

Dragging means to pick up an item and place it to the desired location anywhere on the screen. Move the cursor over an item, and while keeping the left button depressed, move the cursor to the desired location, then release the button. Or, simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with a fingertip. The following illustrations produce the same results.

Caring for the Touchpad

The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of the following precautions.

• Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease.
• Do not touch the touchpad with dirty or wet fingers.
• Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons.
• Do not scratch the touchpad with finger nails or any hard objects.

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