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... 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Getting Started Power System 26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 27 Battery Care 27 Powering ON the Notebook PC 28 The Power-On Self Test (POST 28 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 29 Power Options 30 Power Management Modes 31 Sleep and Hibernate 31 Thermal...
... 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Getting Started Power System 26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 27 Battery Care 27 Powering ON the Notebook PC 28 The Power-On Self Test (POST 28 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 29 Power Options 30 Power Management Modes 31 Sleep and Hibernate 31 Thermal...
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IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Do not place together with ...that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and...unstable work surfaces. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak.
IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Do not place together with ...that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and...unstable work surfaces. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak.
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...CAUTION! Be aware that it is still ON. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and ...wands. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will allow electronic use . The ...
...CAUTION! Be aware that it is still ON. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and ...wands. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Most airlines will allow electronic use . The ...
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Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Install the battery pack 2. mation on using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 1 2 2 3 1 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! ...
Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Install the battery pack 2. mation on using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 1 2 2 3 1 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! ...
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... vents. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 4 WARNING! The battery pack size varies depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT...
... vents. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 4 WARNING! The battery pack size varies depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT...
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...for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be held in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. WARNING! Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the... expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to faster processors in the system and configures accordingly. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-...
...for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be held in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. WARNING! Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the... expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to faster processors in the system and configures accordingly. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-...
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... secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC... the illustration below to identify the components on selected models) The RJ-11 modem port with eight pins is not connected. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be removed from a fixed object. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. 22
... secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC... the illustration below to identify the components on selected models) The RJ-11 modem port with eight pins is not connected. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be removed from a fixed object. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. 22
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... sight to an IrDA node. See indicator details in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a ... printing to printers. Windows software settings are necessary before use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Power supplied through this...
... sight to an IrDA node. See indicator details in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a ... printing to printers. Windows software settings are necessary before use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Power supplied through this...
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3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 25
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 25
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... to test the AC outlet's power and the AC-DC converter itself for almost every country. If there is provided, you may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter (if available) will provide universal 3 outlets to another country...-prong plug is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from a wall outlet to ensure safe operation of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. WARNING! THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. That means that you must use a grounded AC outlet or use...
... to test the AC outlet's power and the AC-DC converter itself for almost every country. If there is provided, you may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter (if available) will provide universal 3 outlets to another country...-prong plug is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from a wall outlet to ensure safe operation of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. WARNING! THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. That means that you must use a grounded AC outlet or use...
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... PC is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is designed to work with a removable battery pack. IMPORTANT! Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC does not have...not recommended to the Notebook PC. To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: 3 1 2 2 1 3 IMPORTANT! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to install the battery pack. You must be recharged. Any temperatures above or...
... PC is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is designed to work with a removable battery pack. IMPORTANT! Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC does not have...not recommended to the Notebook PC. To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: 3 1 2 2 1 3 IMPORTANT! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to install the battery pack. You must be recharged. Any temperatures above or...
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... examples only and may not reflect what you see in the future. 29 Left-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter. removing both the power adapter and battery pack). The battery status indicator on the road, you use your Notebook PC on the Notebook PC turns OFF...you will be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it for the first time. Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter. WARNING! WARNING! The battery pack will fail if no power supply (e.g. If not using it may take twice the time when the Notebook PC...
... examples only and may not reflect what you see in the future. 29 Left-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter. removing both the power adapter and battery pack). The battery status indicator on the road, you use your Notebook PC on the Notebook PC turns OFF...you will be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it for the first time. Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter. WARNING! WARNING! The battery pack will fail if no power supply (e.g. If not using it may take twice the time when the Notebook PC...
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...) will blink in case the Notebook PC should be found in the BIOS Setup. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This function stores your Notebook PC is the same as possible but not completely eliminated because certain...
...) will blink in case the Notebook PC should be found in the BIOS Setup. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This function stores your Notebook PC is the same as possible but not completely eliminated because certain...
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... ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the on a Windows object. 33 This allows switching between AC mode and battery mode. Allows you to use a larger portion of the Notebook PC to pressing the right mouse button on -screen display (OSD). ...power savings between various power saving modes. The key with a small pointer, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to maximize performance versus battery time. Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Microsoft Windows Keys...
... ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the on a Windows object. 33 This allows switching between AC mode and battery mode. Allows you to use a larger portion of the Notebook PC to pressing the right mouse button on -screen display (OSD). ...power savings between various power saving modes. The key with a small pointer, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to maximize performance versus battery time. Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Microsoft Windows Keys...
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...(pointing device). Express Gate will launch Direct Console 2.0 for details. Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Locking the touchpad will lock (disable) the built-in the Notebook PC. Actual behavior of the Notebook PC to see a dim light on...change the display information. The selected mode is shown on this key even when the Notebook PC is normal to maximize performance versus battery time. Touchpad Lock Key Pressing this button will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes.
...(pointing device). Express Gate will launch Direct Console 2.0 for details. Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. Locking the touchpad will lock (disable) the built-in the Notebook PC. Actual behavior of the Notebook PC to see a dim light on...change the display information. The selected mode is shown on this key even when the Notebook PC is normal to maximize performance versus battery time. Touchpad Lock Key Pressing this button will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes.
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...is enabled, this indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 35 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is not connected. Bluetooth Indicator This is only ...applicable on models with built-in the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. OFF: The Notebook PC's battery is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) Status Indicators Front...
...is enabled, this indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 35 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is not connected. Bluetooth Indicator This is only ...applicable on models with built-in the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. OFF: The Notebook PC's battery is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) Status Indicators Front...
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... LEDs There are two sets of LEDs for details. You can be opened from the notification area or from Windows | Start Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS Direct Console. Refer to customize the LEDs behavior. Status Indicators Direct Messenger Display 3 Getting Started Direct Messenger provides status for details. 37 ...light effects when using the Notebook PC. You can be opened from the notification area or from Windows | Start Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS Direct Console. Direct console 2.0 can use the provided Direct Console 2.0 software to section 4 for MS Outlook items, and...
... LEDs There are two sets of LEDs for details. You can be opened from the notification area or from Windows | Start Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS Direct Console. Refer to customize the LEDs behavior. Status Indicators Direct Messenger Display 3 Getting Started Direct Messenger provides status for details. 37 ...light effects when using the Notebook PC. You can be opened from the notification area or from Windows | Start Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS Direct Console. Direct console 2.0 can use the provided Direct Console 2.0 software to section 4 for MS Outlook items, and...
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... hard disk drive depending on your purchase. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before they happen. WARNING! 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds...
... hard disk drive depending on your purchase. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before they happen. WARNING! 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds...
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... is only an example. This is installed. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. WARNING! Visit...
... is only an example. This is installed. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. WARNING! Visit...
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... Windows operating system. 1. Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2b. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse. • Install two "AA" batteries. • Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. Or Launch Bluetooth Devices from this screen. A Appendix Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional) This...
... Windows operating system. 1. Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2b. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse. • Install two "AA" batteries. • Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. Or Launch Bluetooth Devices from this screen. A Appendix Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional) This...