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...models 66 Hard Disk Drive 69 Memory (RAM 72 Connections...74 Network Connection 74 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 76 Modem Connection (on selected models 78 Windows Wireless Network Connection 79 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 81 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)(on selected models 84 Enabling TPM Support 85 Clearing TPM Secured Data 85 USB Charger+...86 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery...
...models 66 Hard Disk Drive 69 Memory (RAM 72 Connections...74 Network Connection 74 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 76 Modem Connection (on selected models 78 Windows Wireless Network Connection 79 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 81 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)(on selected models 84 Enabling TPM Support 85 Clearing TPM Secured Data 85 USB Charger+...86 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery...
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... components in this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Appendix Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you to use them. Notes for safe operation. The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There...
... components in this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Appendix Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you to use them. Notes for safe operation. The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There...
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... the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO...
... the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO...
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... models) The liquid draining holes on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 21 6 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on the bottom are designed to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 7 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures accordingly. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is spilled on the keyboard...
... models) The liquid draining holes on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 21 6 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on the bottom are designed to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 7 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures accordingly. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is spilled on the keyboard...
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... 11 HDMI 12 13 HDMI 5 6 78 10 9 11 1 Wireless Switch 12 13 5 6 78 10 9 11 Enables or disables the built-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 22 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use. 2 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm expansion card.This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB...
... 11 HDMI 12 13 HDMI 5 6 78 10 9 11 1 Wireless Switch 12 13 5 6 78 10 9 11 Enables or disables the built-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 22 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use. 2 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm expansion card.This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB...
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... each model. 6 Optical Drive Activity Indicator The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is being transferred by right clicking the optical drive in various models with some peripherals acting as additional plugin sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of SerialATA devices originally designed for opening the tray. This port also supports USB Charger+ function that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and...
... each model. 6 Optical Drive Activity Indicator The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is being transferred by right clicking the optical drive in various models with some peripherals acting as additional plugin sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of SerialATA devices originally designed for opening the tray. This port also supports USB Charger+ function that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and...
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... used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual 27 A DisplayPort consists of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to support connections between consumer electronics devices such as uncompressed video and audio signals. 7 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack...
... used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual 27 A DisplayPort consists of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to support connections between consumer electronics devices such as uncompressed video and audio signals. 7 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack...
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... the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that the hard disk is created by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 36 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will be presented with a boot menu with the display.
... the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that the hard disk is created by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 36 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will be presented with a boot menu with the display.
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... resume your work, your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you can control some of Ownership (TCO).You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and...
... resume your work, your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you can control some of Ownership (TCO).You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and...
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... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 45 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions OFF ON Colored Hot Keys (on selected models) The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should...
... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 45 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions OFF ON Colored Hot Keys (on selected models) The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should...
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... in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9) (on selected models) 46 Notebook PC User Manual LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will prevent you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Locking the touchpad will light...
... in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9) (on selected models) 46 Notebook PC User Manual LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will prevent you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Locking the touchpad will light...
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... and recovering from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). Notebook PC User Manual 51 Applying or removing the power adapter will prevent you from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to maximize performance versus battery time. Touchpad Lock Key (on selected models) Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the Power4Gear Hybrid key. The selected mode is opened. Power4Gear Key (on selected models...
... and recovering from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). Notebook PC User Manual 51 Applying or removing the power adapter will prevent you from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to maximize performance versus battery time. Touchpad Lock Key (on selected models) Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the Power4Gear Hybrid key. The selected mode is opened. Power4Gear Key (on selected models...
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... data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Refer to the previous chapter to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown...
... data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Refer to the previous chapter to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown...
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... [Enable] [Disabled] Enables or Disables TPM support. Reset of platform is required. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Use your TPM application's "Backup" or "Migration" function to [Enabled], Pending TPM Operation will not show TPM. Clearing TPM Secured Data When TPM State is set to backup your TPM secured data. will appear. Notebook PC User Manual 85 will not show TPM. IMPORTANT! O.S. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
... [Enable] [Disabled] Enables or Disables TPM support. Reset of platform is required. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Use your TPM application's "Backup" or "Migration" function to [Enabled], Pending TPM Operation will not show TPM. Clearing TPM Secured Data When TPM State is set to backup your TPM secured data. will appear. Notebook PC User Manual 85 will not show TPM. IMPORTANT! O.S. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
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... guaranteed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities.
... guaranteed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities.
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... the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Hardware Problem - Unknown Reason - A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your local service...
... the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Hardware Problem - Unknown Reason - A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your local service...
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... "Network Adapter" item. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for replacement. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Hardware Problem - You must backup all...
... "Network Adapter" item. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for replacement. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Hardware Problem - You must backup all...
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume BusSpeed Setting Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [NOrmal:133MHz] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume BusSpeed Setting Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [NOrmal:133MHz] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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...
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... blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all...
... blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all...
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... User Manual A-15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... User Manual A-15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...