kogan KAL11D700PA 11.6 HD Celeron Laptop User Guide

: June 15, 2024
: Kogan

Table of Contents

SAFETY & WARNINGS
CLEANING & CARE
COMPONENTS
OVERVIEW
GETTING STARTED
USING WINDOWS 11
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
CUSTOMERS SUPPORT
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

kogan KAL11D700PA 11.6 HD Celeron Laptop

SAFETY & WARNINGS

Ensure to read all instructions and warnings in this user guide prior to first use. Retain this user guide for future reference.

This laptop is suitable for use in non-tropical areas below 2,000 metres.
The supplied power adapter requires 12V and 2A to charge the laptop. Do not use any third party adapters to charge the laptop.
Do not drop the laptop.
Do not have the laptop strongly impacted by heavy objects or surroundings.
Do not use the laptop for long periods in any environment where it is too cold, too hot (> 45°C), highly humid, or dusty.
Do not expose the laptop to direct sunlight.
Avoid using the laptop in areas with strong magnetic or static fields.
Do not allow water or any other liquid to touch the laptop. If any water or other liquid splashes onto the laptop, close it immediately and unplug the power adapter. Do not use the laptop until it is completely dry.
Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the laptop yourself.
Regularly backup data stored in the laptop to avoid the risk of accidental data loss.
Do not clean the laptop with any chemical detergents or other liquids to avoid causing damage.
Replacing the laptop battery with the incorrect type may result in an explosion. Ensure to only use the original batteries. If further assistance is needed, contact help.Kogan.com.

CLEANING & CARE

Ensure the laptop is switched off before cleaning.
Wipe the laptop surface with a dry, soft cloth or paper towel.

COMPONENTS

Laptop
Power adapter
User guide
Warranty card

OVERVIEW

Overview

No.	Name	Description
1	Display	HD LCD panel
2	Camera	Used for photos, recording video, and video calls.
3	Microphones	Built-in twin microphones can be used to record

audio and interact in video calls.
4| Indicator lights| These respective indicators will illuminate when power, caps lock, or the digital key lock is used.
5| Keyboard| QWERTY keyboard with Windows key and function options (for example, press Fn + F5 to mute audio playback).
6| Trackpad| Used as a mouse for on-screen navigation and gestures.
7| L e f t / r i g h t t r ac k pa d bu t t ons| Used as the left and right-click buttons of a traditional mouse.

Left side
Overview

Right side
Overview

No.	Name	Description
8	Charging indicator	Illuminates red when the laptop is being

charged.
9| Charging port| Plug the power adapter into the charging port to charge the laptop.
10| USB 3.0 port| Input for flash drives, additional keyboard/mouse, and other compatible devices supporting USB 3.0 or older.
11| HDMI port| Suitable for connecting a TV or external monitor using a mini HDMI cable (not supplied).
12| USB C port|

Suitable for connecting a device for data transfer
Suitable for connecting a monitor for video playback

Input for flash drives, additional keyboard/mouse, and other compatible devices
This port does not support devices using USB 3.0 or newer

16| 3.5mm audio port| Suitable for connecting audio devices (for example, headphones, external speakers, amplifiers) using an AUX cable (not supplied).

Bottom view

Overview

No.	Name	Description
17	Speakers	Two built-in speakers allowing for stereo audio

output.

GETTING STARTED

Plug one end of the power adapter into the charging port then plug the other end into a power outlet. Switch the power on at the outlet.
The charging indicator should illuminate red.

Note:
Ensure to charge the laptop for at least 3 hours prior to turning it on for the first time.

Press the power button to turn on the laptop. When the laptop is turned on for the first time, you may be asked to set up Windows 11. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup.

USING WINDOWS 11

Desktop
Once setup has finished, the laptop will boot onto the desktop. There may be icons on the desktop. These act as shortcuts to access applications. They can be accessed by double-clicking on the shortcut.
Using Windows 11

Note:
You may need to log into your Microsoft account for programs to run with full compatibility.

Start menu
Click on the Windows icon at the bottom of the screen to bring up the start menu. Apps already installed on the computer can be accessed via the start menu. Recently used apps will be listed under the ‘Recent’ heading in the start menu for easy access. More apps can be installed via the Microsoft Store.
Using Windows 11

Notification menu
The notification menu is accessible by clicking on the time/date in the lower- right comer of the screen. It will show notifications such as updates, emails received, calendar reminders, and allows for quick access to settings (for example, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, brightness).
Using Windows 11

Multitasking
Drag one window to the left or right side of the screen and let go when you can see an overlay of the window around half of the screen. You can then select another open window to fill the free space on the other half of the screen.
Using Windows 11

Sleep, restart and shutdown
Click on the Windows icon on the bottom of the screen, then click on the power icon. Click on ‘Sleep’, ‘Restart’ or ‘Shut Down’ to perform the appropriate action.
Using Windows 11

To wake up the laptop from sleep, press the power button. If the laptop is unresponsive, press and hold down the power button to shut down the laptop. Press the power button again to turn the laptop back on.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The laptop is not turning on

The battery may have depleted. Charge for at least an hour before attempting to turn the laptop back on.
Make note if any lights turn on, or if any internal components like fans turn on.

Note:
If in storage for extended periods of time, it is recommended to periodically charge the laptop to keep the battery capacity high, as batteries naturally deteriorate and eventually die over time.

The laptop is not charging

Inspect the laptop, charging port, and power adapter for any physical damage. If damaged, stop use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for assistance.

The laptop is not connecting to Wi-Fi

Restart your modem/router, or both if you have separate units.
Reconnect any range extenders that may be in use.
Restart the laptop.
Move the laptop closer to the modem/router.
Double-check that the Wi-Fi password is correct.
If you can connect to Wi-Fi but it is running very slowly or has a weak signal, disconnect the laptop from the Wi-Fi network and reconnect.

The laptop screen becomes dark when the power adapter is unplugged
This will be occurring due to your power plan settings. Go to the Control Panel and change your power plan settings to allow the screen to remain on when the laptop is not charging/unplugged.

Forgotten password

There are several options to reset a Microsoft password.

Using a password reset disc via USB.
Resetting the Microsoft account password online with another device.
Resetting Windows 11 back to the factory default. Be aware that doing this will delete all personal data stored on the laptop.

SPECIFICATIONS

Display

Screen size| 11.6”
Screen resolution| 1366 x 768

Performance

Power

Battery capacity| 4000mAh
Battery life| 4 hours
Battery type| Lithium-ion polymer battery

Storage

Storage capacity| 128GB
Storage type| SSD

Ports

Connectivity

Bluetooth| Yes, V4
Wi-Fi| Yes
Wi-Fi protocols| 802.11b/g/n/ac

Audio

Speaker| x2, 1W

Other

Dimensions| 277 x 188.6 x 17.2mm
Weight| 1.26kg
Built-in webcam| Yes

CUSTOMERS SUPPORT

Need more information?

We hope that this user guide has given you
the assistance needed for a simple set-up.
For the most up-to-date guide for your product,
as well as any additional assistance you may require,
head online to help.kogan.com

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