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... Automatic Touchpad Disabling 59 Storage Devices 61 Optical Drive...61 Flash Memory Card Reader 65 Hard Disk Drive 66 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...72 Network Connection 72 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 74 Windows Wireless Network Connection 76 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 78 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 Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive...
... Automatic Touchpad Disabling 59 Storage Devices 61 Optical Drive...61 Flash Memory Card Reader 65 Hard Disk Drive 66 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...72 Network Connection 72 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 74 Windows Wireless Network Connection 76 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 78 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 Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive...
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... bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Appendix...
... bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Appendix...
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... the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO...
... the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO...
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... rest for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 9 Illuminate Keyboard The illuminate keyboard provides full-sized keys with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual 17 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. Two Windows function keys are provided to allow...
... rest for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 9 Illuminate Keyboard The illuminate keyboard provides full-sized keys with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual 17 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. Two Windows function keys are provided to allow...
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USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that can be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from and write to many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). USB allows many flash memory cards. 2 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals...
USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that can be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from and write to many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). USB allows many flash memory cards. 2 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals...
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.... 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). compatible device...
.... 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). compatible device...
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... support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on each model. Notebook PC User Manual...
... support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on each model. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... the electronic eject. 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows Computer and selecting Eject. 5 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is...
... the electronic eject. 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows Computer and selecting Eject. 5 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is...
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... to enter the BIOS Setup. If you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be correct when you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is powered ON with an operating system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is created by using the hot keys.
... to enter the BIOS Setup. If you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be correct when you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is powered ON with an operating system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is created by using the hot keys.
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... (refresh) the data. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41
... (refresh) the data. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41
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... modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Keyboard Light Down Icon (F3): Decreases the keyboard light brightness. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions...
... modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Keyboard Light Down Icon (F3): Decreases the keyboard light brightness. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions...
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... speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. 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. This allows 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...
... speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. 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. This allows 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...
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..., copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can 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. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such...
..., copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can 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. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such...
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... 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 enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its original working order. If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 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 enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its original working order. If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The...
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... be entered to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. To clear the password: 1. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in...
... be entered to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. To clear the password: 1. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in...
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... earlier date. 3. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from...
... earlier date. 3. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from...
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... check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. D. Adapter problem; IMPORTANT! If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Mechanical Problem - B. Battery problem; visit a local service center...
... check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. D. Adapter problem; IMPORTANT! If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Mechanical Problem - B. Battery problem; visit a local service center...
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... Technology Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No...
... Technology Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No...
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... Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting...
... Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting...
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... start to complete the recovery process. Select OK to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to be unusable. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter...
... start to complete the recovery process. Select OK to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to be unusable. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter...