iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD Introduction

The iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD is a lightweight and affordable laptop tailored for everyday tasks, featuring an 11.6-inch display with a resolution of 1366x768 pixels. Powered by an Intel Quad-Core processor and equipped with 2GB of RAM, it provides adequate performance for browsing, document editing, and multimedia consumption. With 32GB of internal storage and support for external drives, this laptop is ideal for students and casual users. The cost of the iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD is approximately $126.00.

Specifications 

Know Your CompBook

Front View

1. Camera: Built-in webcam that allows you to capture video, chat online, and more.
2. LED Indicators: Power ON, Caps Lock and Num Lock Indicator
3. Microphone: Built-in microphone enabling Online Audio/Video Calling, and more.
4. Keypad: 78 keys, keypad including Internet and MM short keys.
5. Touch Pad: Touch Pad with multi-touch functionality.
6. HD Display: HD Screen @1366 x 768 Resolution allows you to watch HD movies, Play Games and more.
7. Power ON/OFF: Long press to Power ON/OFF your CompBook, short press to stand-by/wake-up.

Left Side View 

1. LED Indication for Charging: Red LED indicates for charging
2. Charging Port: 3.5mm Power Connector to charge your CompBook. We recommend to use the Adapter that is provided along with the box.
3. USB 3.0 Port: You can connect any devices (like Mouse, Keyboard, External HDD, etc.)
4. Mini HDMI Port: It allows you to connect to any external display device, (Projector, LCD Monitor, etc.)

 Right Side View 

1. USB 2.0 Port: You can connect any device (Mouse, Keyboard, External HDD etc.)
2. Headphone out Jack: Single/Combo Jack for Headset & Mic.
3. Micro-SD Slot: Expandable up to 128 GB

Bottom Side View 

1. Speakers: Dual Speakers with high quality sound allows you to listen to music, watch videos, play games, and more.
2. Slot to connect HDD/SSD: Expand your storage capacity up to 1TB with provision to affix external Hard Disk Drive (For more details, please refer to separate HDD/SSD Installation Note bundled)

Description

The iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD boasts a sleek and durable design with a metallic finish, giving it a premium look despite its budget-friendly price. The Full HD display ensures vivid colors and sharp text, making it perfect for both work and leisure activities. The laptop's compact form factor and lightweight build make it easy to carry around in a backpack or bag. The keyboard is designed for comfort with well-spaced keys, and the touchpad supports multi-gesture inputs. Additionally, the device includes a 2MP webcam and dual speakers for clear video calls and audio.

Introduction to Desktop 

When you turn ON your CompBook for the first time, you will be asked for basic details to get you started. 
Once you have completed the introduction, you’ll see the Windows 10 Start Screen (shown below). The Start Screen is made up of Tiles for all your software’s, including pre-installed Apps like E-mail, News, etc. as well as your Pictures and Music Library. When you install more Apps, you can add tiles to the Start Screen so you can open them easily. 

Please note that some Microsoft Apps may require you to create a Microsoft® ID /Account. Other services or Apps may need their own user credentials. 

Introduction to App Screen 

Besides the applications already fixed on the App Screen, you can customize the screen by adding Tiles for other applications installed on your CompBook. 
To add more applications to the Start Screen, refer to the steps as below, 

1. Click on the properties icon
2. Press and hold the App you wish to add
3. Select Pin to start from the sub menu which appears

If you want to move tiles, change tile size or delete a certain application in the start screen, 

1. Press and hold the App Tile for about one second and then let it go
2. Select Unpin to delete or select the Resize option to change tile size.

Action Centre Menu 

Multitasking Screen 

Swipe in from the left-hand side of the screen or click the button (highlighted) and you will see the running applications. You can tap on an application to jump to it or close an application by pressing the X above its screen preview. 

Basic Operations 

1. From the Start menu, click Power to select the 3 power states available ‐ Sleep, Restart and Shut-down.
2. You can also press the Power Button once to put your CompBook into sleep mode. Press and hold the Power Button to shut your CompBook down.

Steps to use Rupee Symbol 

• Download the Rupee Keyboard software to your CompBook from http://www.iBall.co.in/file/product/Drivers/Rupee_Keyboard.zip 
• Unzip the “Rupee_Keyboard.zip” file to any folder on your CompBook. 
• Double click the “Rupee Installer.exe” from the unzipped files and follow the onscreen instructions, this will install four new fonts to your CompBook. 
• Now, double click the “Keyboard Install.exe” from the unzipped files and wait till the installation is complete  This will install a new keyboard layout in your CompBook 
• Restart your CompBook, now you can click on the small keyboard icon on bottom right corner of the screen and enable the “Rupee Foradian Keyboard Layout” 
• Double check whether the “Rupee Foradian Keyboard Layout” is active. 
• Now you can use the key with Rupee symbol printed, to type the rupee symbol by selecting the “Rupee Foradian Standard Font” in the application you are using. For example, Word, Excel, etc. 

Using Microsoft Account 

When you use Microsoft account to login to the device, you get many more options to use like Web apps, Outlook, Cloud storage (OneDrive) etc. 

1. To login to the Microsoft account you need to go to the Settings > Accounts. In Accounts, you will have the option as “Sign in with a Microsoft account instead”.

   

2. When you click on “Sign in with a Microsoft account instead”, Microsoft login window will open, here you can create a new account or Login using your existing one.

   

3. Once you login to Microsoft account, it will ask your current device password. If you have assigned password/pin to your device, then enter and click next. If not, just click next .You can either use your password or you can also use a PIN as a password. Once everything is done you can use the default Mail app to check your mails or else you just have to start “Microsoft Edge” browser and enter “Outlook.live.com”, it will directly log you into your account of Microsoft.

4. You can also use all the web apps provided by the Microsoft in your account.

   

5. You will also get 5GB OneDrive storage for saving your data using OneDrive App or if directly using Web Browser, You can check your drive storage by going to settings > Accounts > Your Account., Here you have to scroll down and go to “Other account you use”.

   

You will see your Outlook account here; Just click on it and click on manage. This will redirect you to your browser and open your account page. 

1. Here you need to go to “Services & Subscriptions” tab.

   

2. You will be redirected to “Services & Subscriptions” page where you will see your OneDrive storage details.

   

Features & Functions 

Mobile Hotspot: Turn ON the Mobile Hotspot from CompBook to access Internet into your external devices such as Mobile, Tablet and Laptop, etc. 
To use this function: Go to “Settings” & Select “Network & Internet” option. Now select “Mobile hotspot” & enable the function.  

Windows Recovery using F9 Key function.

IMPORTANT: Connect the charger to the laptop before proceeding for the Reset. 

1. Turn ON / Restart the CompBook while holding down the “F9 Key”.
2. Once the system has booted, Recovery options menu should appear.
3. Using the arrow keys, select "Troubleshoot" & press "Enter".
4. Select "Reset this PC" & press "Enter".
5. Now you can choose from one of the following recovery options:
   1. Keep my files – Removes apps & settings, but keeps your personal files. This will take a while and your PC will restart.
   2. Remove everything – Removes all of your personal files, apps & settings.
      You can choose from one of the following options to clean the drives. 
      1. Just remove my files – This is quicker, but less secure. Use this if you're keeping the PC.
      2. Remove files and clean the drive - This might take a few hours, but will make it harder for someone to recover your removed files. Use this if you're recycling the PC.
         For more details pls. visit iBall website http://www.iBall.co.in 

Setup Guide

To set up your iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD,

1. Start by unpacking the device from its box and removing any protective covers from the screen and keyboard. 
2. Next, plug in the power adapter and turn on the laptop. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup process, which includes setting up your user account and configuring basic settings like Wi-Fi and language preferences. 
3. Once set up, you can start using your laptop immediately. 
4. For pairing devices like Bluetooth headphones or mice, go to the Settings app, navigate to the Devices section, and follow the prompts to connect your device.

Battery and Charger Information 

• Your device is powered by a rechargeable Li-Polymer battery. The battery can be charged and discharged many times, but it will eventually wear out. When the working and standby times are noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery. 
• Use only iBall approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with iBall approved chargers designated for this device. 
• If the battery is being used for the first time or if the battery has not been used for a prolonged period, it may be necessary to connect the charger, then disconnect and reconnect it to begin charging the battery. 
• If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator appears on the display. 

Product and Safety Information 

Warning 

• Use only the chargers, and accessories approved for use with this particular model. The use of any other type of chargers may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous. For availability of approved accessories, please check with your dealer. 
• Please note that the real capacity of built-in storage in this device is 32 GB. However, it will not show the real capacity as some storage space will be occupied by the EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) and Recovery Partition Systems. Also, some storage will be occupied by the OS and its File Format System. Therefore, real capacity will not be displayed in the OS. 
• Customers are expected to regularly/periodically make back-up copies or keep  written records of all important content and data stored in the Product(s).The  Customer confirms and it will be presumed that the customer has taken back-up  copies or kept written records of all important content and data stored in the Product(s) before they are brought to a Service Centre for any repair and / or  replacement and/or after sales service. iBall cannot be held responsible and / or liable for any loss of data and or content before and/or during and/or after any repair and/or replacement and/or after sales service. 

Safety Information 

1. Please take care not to drop your CompBook and to protect it against sudden impacts.
2. You should avoid using your CompBook in any environment where the air is excessively cold, excessively hot (-10oC~40oC), too humid or too dusty. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
3. Take care not to use your CompBook in areas with strong magnetic fields or around a build-up of static electricity.
4. Do not splash or immerse your CompBook with liquid. If your CompBook comes in contact with water, shut it down immediately and do not use it for a while.
5. If you need to clean your CompBook, you should use a soft & clean lint-free cloth. Do not use liquids or cleaning agents.
6. No warranty is offered or implied in respect to your data in the event of damage or a fault relating to the use of your CompBook. We recommend you keep a duplicate back-up copy of any important data of your CompBook.
7. Your CompBook contains no user-serviceable parts. Please do not attempt to open the case of your CompBook, as doing so could be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty.
8. Your CompBook supports a wide variety of third-party peripherals, including mobile data dongles - but you should check compatibility and service provision to make sure they suit your requirements.
9. The battery in CompBook is not user-replaceable. Please do not attempt to use any power source apart from the original charger supplied with your CompBook.

Protect environment 

Save energy 
You do not need to charge your CompBook battery so often if you do  the following: 

• Close applications and data connections, For example, your Bluetooth connection, Wi-Fi, when not in use. 
• Deactivate unnecessary sounds, such as App Indication and key tones, if any. 

Troubleshooting

Common issues with the iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD include slow performance, which can often be resolved by closing unused applications or upgrading the RAM. 

1. If you experience connectivity issues, ensure your Wi-Fi is turned on and you are connected to the correct network. 
2. For battery life concerns, adjust your screen brightness and turn off unnecessary background applications. 
3. Always keep your operating system and drivers updated to avoid compatibility issues. 
4. If you encounter any hardware problems, contact iBall customer support for assistance.

iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD Warranty

For more details, please visit iBall Website. http://www.iBall.co.in/Warranty_Policy 

Note:  Do not upgrade/ downgrade the OS pre-installed in the Product. Any damage and/or corruption of OS and/or Product because of upgrade/downgrade by user, will not be covered under iBall warranty. 

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Affordable Price: The iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD is priced competitively, making it an excellent value for money.
• Full HD Display: The laptop features a high-resolution display that offers clear and vibrant visuals.
• Its lightweight and compact design makes it easy to carry around.

Cons

• The 64GB eMMC storage may not be sufficient for users with large data needs.

Customer Reviews

Customers have generally praised the iBall CompBook Excelance-OHD for its affordability and performance in handling everyday tasks. Many users appreciate the Full HD display and the laptop's portability. However, some users have noted that the storage capacity is limited and that the processor can be underpowered for more intensive tasks. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall consensus is that this laptop offers great value for its price.

Common Complaints

• Some users have reported issues with storage capacity being too low.
• A few users have found the processor to be insufficient for more demanding applications.