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... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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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... persons. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. IMPORTANT! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and...
... persons. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. IMPORTANT! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and...
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... User Manual Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Disconnect the AC power and remove...
... User Manual Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Disconnect the AC power and remove...
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... on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source...
... on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source...
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... each model. 5 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual You can be connected...
... each model. 5 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual You can be connected...
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Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it is any case, the battery pack's usage time will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 33 To remove the battery pack: 2 1 3 IMPORTANT! If there is not recommended to buy extras for...
Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it is any case, the battery pack's usage time will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 33 To remove the battery pack: 2 1 3 IMPORTANT! If there is not recommended to buy extras for...
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... will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of the system. WARNING! This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called...
... will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of the system. WARNING! This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called...
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... components are not saved. Recover by pressing any are turned OFF. When you resume your current data and status in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual 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...
... components are not saved. Recover by pressing any are turned OFF. When you resume your current data and status in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual 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...
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... on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 42 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the icons instead of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. 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...
... on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 42 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the icons instead of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. 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...
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... Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual 43 This allows switching between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between different display color enhancement modes in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to improve contrast, brightness, skin...
... Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual 43 This allows switching between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between different display color enhancement modes in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to improve contrast, brightness, skin...
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... built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN is...
... built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN is...
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... built-in order to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro The actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. WARNING! Flash memory card compatibility...
... built-in order to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro The actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. WARNING! Flash memory card compatibility...
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... 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. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 63 Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
... 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. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 63 Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
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... installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. A recovery disc is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage...
... installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. A recovery disc is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage...
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...or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Administrator Password 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...
...or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Administrator Password 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...
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... wake up from the ASUS website. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If problem still persists, try restoring your data to the latest version and try again. 2. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation...
... wake up from the ASUS website. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If problem still persists, try restoring your data to the latest version and try again. 2. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation...
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..., try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Adapter problem; Mechanical Problem - check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to another location before recovering. Battery problem; The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. IMPORTANT! Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
..., try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Adapter problem; Mechanical Problem - check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to another location before recovering. Battery problem; The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. IMPORTANT! Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
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.... 3. ASUS Tek. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Follow the instructions shown. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: K54 Version: 100 Build Date: 03 16 2010 Time:11:51:52 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 FS2 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Connect your flash disk drive. 2.
.... 3. ASUS Tek. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Follow the instructions shown. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: K54 Version: 100 Build Date: 03 16 2010 Time:11:51:52 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 FS2 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Connect your flash disk drive. 2.
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... updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. IMPORTANT! Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed...
... updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. IMPORTANT! Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed...
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....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Notebook PC User Manual...
....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Notebook PC User Manual...