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... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 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 Information A-16 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models A-18 Internal...
... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 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 Information A-16 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models A-18 Internal...
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... Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Gives you to optional accessories...
... Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Gives you to optional accessories...
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... objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. Do not place together...
... objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. Do not place together...
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... hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery...
... hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery...
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...devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners. See the marketing specifications for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by the optical disk drive. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in proportion to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to the data size transferred. 24 Notebook PC User Manual This indicator will light in microphone. Using...
...devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners. See the marketing specifications for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by the optical disk drive. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in proportion to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to the data size transferred. 24 Notebook PC User Manual This indicator will light in microphone. Using...
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..., it can be used . Notebook PC User Manual 35 For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC. But in...
..., it can be used . Notebook PC User Manual 35 For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC. But in...
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... is created by using the hot keys. Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with an operating system. This record is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display...
... is created by using the hot keys. Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with an operating system. This record is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display...
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... Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. When you can be found in RAM while many components are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of these features through the operating system. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. ACPI power management settings...
... Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. When you can be found in RAM while many components are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of these features through the operating system. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. ACPI power management settings...
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... the function keys. 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. 44 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun...
... the function keys. 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. 44 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun...
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..." software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). This allows switching between the touchpad buttons 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. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC...
..." software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). This allows switching between the touchpad buttons 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. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC...
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...) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with AC power). Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is turned OFF or in wireless LAN. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51
...) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with AC power). Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is turned OFF or in wireless LAN. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51
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... forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. 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 "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as...
... forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. 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 "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as...
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... amount of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) (This is installed. WARNING! The actual location of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during...
... amount of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) (This is installed. WARNING! The actual location of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during...
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...-configured in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending 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. Notebook PC User Manual...
...-configured in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending 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. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set . On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Password is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. Re-type to Setup...
... User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set . On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Password is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. Re-type to Setup...
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... assistance. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Hardware Problem - System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it...
... assistance. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Hardware Problem - System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it...
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... a wireless card? IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. A. Symptom & Solutions: A. B. D. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem...
... a wireless card? IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. A. Symptom & Solutions: A. B. D. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem...
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... +/-: Change Opt. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Software Problem - Follow the instructions...
... +/-: Change Opt. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Software Problem - Follow the instructions...
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... start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating...
... start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating...
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... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your partitions will overwrite your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply...
... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your partitions will overwrite your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply...
