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...enter the Notebook PC. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery ...the body to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or ...
...enter the Notebook PC. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery ...the body to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or ...
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...-in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Right Side The right side may vary in appearance depending on model. 12 3 5 67 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) 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 a series...
...-in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Right Side The right side may vary in appearance depending on model. 12 3 5 67 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) 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 a series...
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...Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC's software to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to a USB storage device or to its original working state. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Partition options: Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes only the first partition and allows you have problems with the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive...
...Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC's software to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to a USB storage device or to its original working state. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Partition options: Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes only the first partition and allows you have problems with the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD...
... updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD...
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... OK to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to back up all your hard drive. Ensure...
... OK to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to back up all your hard drive. Ensure...
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... Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 Network Connection 61 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 63 Windows Wireless Network Connection 65 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 67 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-8 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-14 Using Recovery Partition A-14 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-15 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-17 Internal Modem...
... Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 Network Connection 61 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 63 Windows Wireless Network Connection 65 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 67 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-8 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-14 Using Recovery Partition A-14 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-15 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-17 Internal Modem...
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... used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely...
... used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely...
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... charged when the Notebook PC is secured in a compartment. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 4 Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. When the battery pack is installed...
... charged when the Notebook PC is secured in a compartment. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 4 Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. When the battery pack is installed...
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... from audio devices. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Right Side The right side may vary in appearance depending on model. 12 3 5 67 1 2 3 18 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
... from audio devices. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Right Side The right side may vary in appearance depending on model. 12 3 5 67 1 2 3 18 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
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... an operating system. This record is part of a new operating system. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you turn it back ON. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. Notebook PC User Manual 29 Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is created by using the BIOS Setup...
... an operating system. This record is part of a new operating system. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you turn it back ON. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. Notebook PC User Manual 29 Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is created by using the BIOS Setup...
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... mode. 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 lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to activate this option...
... mode. 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 lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to activate this option...
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...): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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 power management setup). The Hot Key locations...
...): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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 power management setup). The Hot Key locations...
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...utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Storage Devices...
...utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Storage Devices...
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... 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 retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. Contact your Notebook...
... 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 retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. Contact your Notebook...
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...Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] Hard Disk Security Setting I/O Interface Security Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.59 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. 2. Password is then cleared. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting To set . Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password...
...Boot Sector Virus Protection [Disabled] Hard Disk Security Setting I/O Interface Security Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.59 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. 2. Password is then cleared. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting To set . Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password...
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..., try again. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to the latest version and try MS System Restore to an earlier date. 3. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD.
..., try again. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to the latest version and try MS System Restore to an earlier date. 3. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD.
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... to another location before recovering. D. Hardware Problem - 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. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual B. C. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect...
... to another location before recovering. D. Hardware Problem - 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. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual B. C. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect...
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...Use the "Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. IDE Configuration Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Start Ea[sEynaFbllaesdh] Utility? Internal Numeric Pad Lock [Enabled] Play POST Sound Speaker Volume [OK] [ 4 ] [Cancel] Press ENTER to run the utility to invoke the Utility. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Press Hotkey F4 at POST to select and update BIOS. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS...
...Use the "Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. IDE Configuration Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Start Ea[sEynaFbllaesdh] Utility? Internal Numeric Pad Lock [Enabled] Play POST Sound Speaker Volume [OK] [ 4 ] [Cancel] Press ENTER to run the utility to invoke the Utility. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Press Hotkey F4 at POST to select and update BIOS. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS...
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... optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow...
... optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow...
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... hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Restart the Notebook...
... hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Restart the Notebook...