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... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
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... this User's Manual: 1. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Notes for safe operation.
... this User's Manual: 1. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Notes for safe operation.
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... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the...
... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the...
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.... Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for this Notebook PC to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for your Notebook PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to ensure...
.... Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for this Notebook PC to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for your Notebook PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to ensure...
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... USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Notebook PC User Manual Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook...
... USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Notebook PC User Manual Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook...
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.../or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 23 It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB Charger+ (on mode. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
.../or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 23 It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB Charger+ (on mode. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
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... a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that will be correct when you need to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to run through a series of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual The Power-On Self...
... a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that will be correct when you need to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to run through a series of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual The Power-On Self...
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... RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this , RAM does not have to activate this option. Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
... RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this , RAM does not have to activate this option. Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
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... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on selected models...
... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on selected models...
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... switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator...
... switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. WARNING! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras...
..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. WARNING! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras...
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... your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. A recovery disc is in order to...
... your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. A recovery disc is in order to...
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... enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Password is then set the password: 1. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password...
... enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Password is then set the password: 1. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password...
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...2. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be locked and hidden simultaneously. To lock the USB interface: 1. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - If you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera...
...2. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be locked and hidden simultaneously. To lock the USB interface: 1. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - If you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera...
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... you fail to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you log in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - You will...
... you fail to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you log in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - You will...
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... Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. If problem still persists, try again. 3. If updating the BIOS...
... Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. If problem still persists, try again. 3. If updating the BIOS...
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... has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. C. D. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Hardware Problem - A. visit a local service center for replacement. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Symptom & Solutions: A. Battery problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. You must backup all your...
... has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. C. D. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Hardware Problem - A. visit a local service center for replacement. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Symptom & Solutions: A. Battery problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. You must backup all your...
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... BIOS. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. ASUS Tek. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type...
... BIOS. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. ASUS Tek. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type...
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... drive and click Start to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Recover Windows to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed...
... drive and click Start to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Recover Windows to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed...
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... the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will...
... the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will...