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... or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions...
... or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions...
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... 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 up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use 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 Using this jack automatically disables...
... 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 up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use 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 Using this jack automatically disables...
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... the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at the factory. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Select the language you have problems with the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 13 Press [Enter] to first partition only. Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC's software to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to its original working state...
... the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at the factory. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Select the language you have problems with the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 13 Press [Enter] to first partition only. Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC's software to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to its original working state...
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... models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Recover Windows to create the Recovery DVD. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions "C" (60%) and "D" (40%). 6. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! 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...
... models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Recover Windows to create the Recovery DVD. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions "C" (60%) and "D" (40%). 6. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! 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...
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... at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. WARNING: Do not remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to be...
... at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. WARNING: Do not remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to be...
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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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... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for completing tasks. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for completing tasks. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... spring battery lock is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used...
... spring battery lock is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used...
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... (USB 2.0). Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual 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, printers...
... (USB 2.0). Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to run simultaneously Notebook PC User Manual 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, printers...
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... screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be presented with a boot menu with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Notebook PC User Manual 29 If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
... screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be presented with a boot menu with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Notebook PC User Manual 29 If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
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... mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 35 Sleep is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. The power management features are not saved. When you resume your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. Power Management Modes The Notebook...
... mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 35 Sleep is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. The power management features are not saved. When you resume your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. Power Management Modes The Notebook...
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... screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light...
... screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light...
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Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 53 IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or...
Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 53 IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or...
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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 dealer for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of the support disc is necessary even if your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software...
... 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 dealer for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of the support disc is necessary even if your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software...
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...[Enter]. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting To set . 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. To clear the password: 1. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not...
...[Enter]. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting To set . 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. To clear the password: 1. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not...
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Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able 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. If problem still persists, try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for...
Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able 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. If problem still persists, try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for...
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... some viruses, use anti-virus software to decrease system load. 3. ing the recovery partition or disc. Hardware Problem - Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-10 Notebook PC User Manual D. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? You must backup all your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow...
... some viruses, use anti-virus software to decrease system load. 3. ing the recovery partition or disc. Hardware Problem - Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-10 Notebook PC User Manual D. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? You must backup all your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow...
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...your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. This utility doesn't support : 1. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Secondary HDD Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. IDE Configuration Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Start Ea[sEynaFbllaesdh] Utility? Use the "Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 USB HDD 3. Locate...
...your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. This utility doesn't support : 1. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Secondary HDD Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. IDE Configuration Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Start Ea[sEynaFbllaesdh] Utility? Use the "Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 USB HDD 3. Locate...
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... the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. According to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows...
... the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. According to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows...
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... connect the power adapter to back up all your hard drive. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery DVD...
... connect the power adapter to back up all your hard drive. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery DVD...