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... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...70 Network Connection 70 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 72 Windows Wireless Network Connection 74 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 76 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...70 Network Connection 70 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 72 Windows Wireless Network Connection 74 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 76 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
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... guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to use them. Knowing the Parts...
... guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to use them. Knowing the Parts...
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... and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
... and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
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... power is installed. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook...
... power is installed. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook...
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.../sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Ensure not to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. The adapter may become warm to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Power supplied through this jack.
.../sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Ensure not to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. The adapter may become warm to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Power supplied through this jack.
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..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models / 2.0) 7 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models / 2.0) 7 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
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... the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by using the hot keys. This record is used to run through a series of the system. If you need to make a diagnostic check of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is created by running BIOS Setup. Notebook PC User Manual 31...
... the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by using the hot keys. This record is used to run through a series of the system. If you need to make a diagnostic check of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is created by running BIOS Setup. Notebook PC User Manual 31...
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... turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). 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 mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power...
... turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). 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 mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power...
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... Notebook PC User Manual Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD...
... Notebook PC User Manual Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD...
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... 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. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Notebook PC User Manual 41 LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between different display color enhancement modes in order...
... 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. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Notebook PC User Manual 41 LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between different display color enhancement modes in order...
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... the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is...
... the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is...
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... a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability...
... a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability...
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...: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device 1. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright...
...: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device 1. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright...
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...is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). To clear the password: 1. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. To set . Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is only asked to enter and configure the BIOS settings. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Password is...
...is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). To clear the password: 1. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. To set . Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is only asked to enter and configure the BIOS settings. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Password is...
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... boot or enter Setup. Administrator Password Status User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access...
... boot or enter Setup. Administrator Password Status User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access...
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... Notebook PC User Manual If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download...
... Notebook PC User Manual If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download...
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... vent. 2. You must backup all your data to decrease system load. 3. Symptom & Solutions: A. IMPORTANT! C. Adapter problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. D. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Battery problem;
... vent. 2. You must backup all your data to decrease system load. 3. Symptom & Solutions: A. IMPORTANT! C. Adapter problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. D. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Battery problem;
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. ASUS Tek. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. ASUS Tek. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing...
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... Recovery DVD: 1. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions...
... Recovery DVD: 1. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions...
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... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3.
... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3.