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... Devices 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory 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 USB Charger+...75 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
... Devices 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory 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 USB Charger+...75 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
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... the Parts Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. There may be followed to prevent damage to use them. Appendix Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and...
... the Parts Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. There may be followed to prevent damage to use them. Appendix Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and...
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... expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top...
... expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top...
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... Notebook PC User Manual Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 1 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS...
... Notebook PC User Manual Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 1 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS...
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... eject is compatible with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the electronic eject...
... eject is compatible with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the electronic eject...
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... charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB Charger+ (on selected models) The feature allows you to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. USB supports hot...
... charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB Charger+ (on selected models) The feature allows you to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. USB supports hot...
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...'s hardware configuration, which is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you to make a diagnostic check of the system. This record is not a problem with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. Notebook PC User Manual 33 IMPORTANT! Press [ESC] and you will be correct when you need to run the BIOS Setup to set...
...'s hardware configuration, which is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you to make a diagnostic check of the system. This record is not a problem with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. Notebook PC User Manual 33 IMPORTANT! Press [ESC] and you will be correct when you need to run the BIOS Setup to set...
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... LAN needs to remain powered. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
... LAN needs to remain powered. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
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... power management setup). Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual...
... power management setup). Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). 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 + 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. Notebook PC User Manual 43 You can see the current mode...
... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). 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 + 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. Notebook PC User Manual 43 You can see the current mode...
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... model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, 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 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...
... model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, 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 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...
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... original working order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may vary depending on the installed operating system. Some of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating...
... original working order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may vary depending on the installed operating system. Some of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating...
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... order. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set the password: 1. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power...
... order. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set the password: 1. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power...
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.... Notebook PC User Manual A-7 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. If you log in with Administrator privilege. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device...
.... Notebook PC User Manual A-7 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. If you log in with Administrator privilege. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device...
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...boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is only asked to enter user password first (if there is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen...
...boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is only asked to enter user password first (if there is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen...
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... persists, try again. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. A.
... persists, try again. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. A.
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..., try restoring your data to another location before recovering. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - Mechanical Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. IMPORTANT! Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If...
..., try restoring your data to another location before recovering. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - Mechanical Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. IMPORTANT! Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If...
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... the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - Use the Start Easy Flash function on...
... the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - Use the Start Easy Flash function on...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. From Start Menu, go to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Recover Windows to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove...
... updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. From Start Menu, go to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Recover Windows to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove...
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... to connect the power adapter to back up all your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to be powered ON...
... to connect the power adapter to back up all your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to be powered ON...