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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
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... Rear Side ...20 3. Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or... Microsoft Windows Keys 31 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 31 Keyboard as Cursors 31 Switches and Status Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
... Rear Side ...20 3. Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or... Microsoft Windows Keys 31 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 31 Keyboard as Cursors 31 Switches and Status Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Napa chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories 52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements 58 Notebook PC Information 70 3
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Napa chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories 52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements 58 Notebook PC Information 70 3
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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... damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on the various components in order to data, components, or persons. NOTE: ... the keyboard; Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. User's Manual 4. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: WARNING...
... damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on the various components in order to data, components, or persons. NOTE: ... the keyboard; Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. User's Manual 4. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below: WARNING...
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...part of the body in environments with any materials that will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been ...damaged. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 DO NOT place on top and ...
...part of the body in environments with any materials that will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been ...damaged. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 DO NOT place on top and ...
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...case to use only between and not during transport. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport Xray machines. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it is latched securely in the closed position to ...charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use battery power, be sure to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor...
...case to use only between and not during transport. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport Xray machines. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it is latched securely in the closed position to ...charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use battery power, be sure to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor...
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...force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter... 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on ...
...force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter... 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on ...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 12
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... uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 9 ... is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if ...
... uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 9 ... is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if ...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
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...after the memory is not connected. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC to be upgraded. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer ...) process. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is...
...after the memory is not connected. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC to be upgraded. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer ...) process. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 4 Battery Pack The battery pack is...
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... drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is... and some newer monitors acting as specified later in various models with different optical drives. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (...
... drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is... and some newer monitors acting as specified later in various models with different optical drives. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (...
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...Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits/...sec and can be marked "DV" for digital audio output. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in high-end digital equipment...
...Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits/...sec and can be marked "DV" for digital audio output. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in high-end digital equipment...
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... and even send files to each other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 This allows easy wireless synchronization with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to run ... infrared-equipped devices or computers. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the ...
... and even send files to each other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 This allows easy wireless synchronization with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to run ... infrared-equipped devices or computers. IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the ...
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...). Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of...
...). Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of...
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... can choose between simultaneouly or single display. Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 23 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC... power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to run simultaneously on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is compatible with peripherals...
... can choose between simultaneouly or single display. Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 23 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC... power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to run simultaneously on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is compatible with peripherals...
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... convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Some security products may also include a motion detector to a local network. 2 Knowing the ...not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 56K V.90 transfers. The internal modem supports up to be removed from a fixed...
... convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Some security products may also include a motion detector to a local network. 2 Knowing the ...not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 56K V.90 transfers. The internal modem supports up to be removed from a fixed...