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... About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 15 Left Side 18 Right Side 20 Rear Side 22 Front Side 22 3. Getting Started Power ...System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29...
... About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 15 Left Side 18 Right Side 20 Rear Side 22 Front Side 22 3. Getting Started Power ...System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29...
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Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Status Indicators 34 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-34
Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Status Indicators 34 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ... Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-34
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Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 1.
Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 1.
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...for special situations. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. IMPORTANT! Important information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are major sections of this User's Manual...Getting Started Gives you information on the various components in order to use them. This User's Manual provides information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the keyboard; do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed ...
...for special situations. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. IMPORTANT! Important information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are major sections of this User's Manual...Getting Started Gives you information on the various components in order to use them. This User's Manual provides information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the keyboard; do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed ...
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...dusty environments. IMPORTANT! DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC and be sure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should only be placed in ... place on the bottom of electronic products and visit GreenASUS Takeback and Recycling page (http://green.asus.com/english/takeback.htm) for recycling information. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. ...
...dusty environments. IMPORTANT! DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC and be sure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should only be placed in ... place on the bottom of electronic products and visit GreenASUS Takeback and Recycling page (http://green.asus.com/english/takeback.htm) for recycling information. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. ...
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... from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Some models may come with an SSD, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is latched securely in use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, be sure to use only between... scratching of the hard disk surface during transport, and need not worry about the disk drive failure or data damage. You can keep the Notebook PC powered ON during transport. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Most airlines...
... from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Some models may come with an SSD, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is latched securely in use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, be sure to use only between... scratching of the hard disk surface during transport, and need not worry about the disk drive failure or data damage. You can keep the Notebook PC powered ON during transport. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Most airlines...
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...the AC Power Adapter 3 1 3 2 2 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Install the battery pack 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. mation on using your Notebook PC. 1. Open the Display Panel 4. The power switch turns ON and ...OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes....
...the AC Power Adapter 3 1 3 2 2 1 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Install the battery pack 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC IMPORTANT! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. mation on using your Notebook PC. 1. Open the Display Panel 4. The power switch turns ON and ...OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes....
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11
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The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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...-in the Windows operating system. 13 See indicator details in section 3. 7 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of a button. Two Windows function keys are described in section 3. 6 Instant Keys...keys with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that of the LCD display accordingly. 2 Camera (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
...-in the Windows operating system. 13 See indicator details in section 3. 7 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of a button. Two Windows function keys are described in section 3. 6 Instant Keys...keys with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that of the LCD display accordingly. 2 Camera (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
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The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT... THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY ...
The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT... THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY ...
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... lock is used to faster processors in the system and configures accordingly. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for your Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be held in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer... setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the CPU or hard disk drive will increase application performance by the specifications...
... lock is used to faster processors in the system and configures accordingly. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for your Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be held in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer... setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the CPU or hard disk drive will increase application performance by the specifications...
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2 Knowing the Parts 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be pressed with a straightened paper clip to many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in this manual. 6 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as mentioned later in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from and write to shutdown the Notebook PC. 17
2 Knowing the Parts 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be pressed with a straightened paper clip to many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in this manual. 6 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as mentioned later in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from and write to shutdown the Notebook PC. 17
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... computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a digital television (DTV). Note: You must reboot the Notebook PC after changing this side of the Notebook PC. Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on selected models) HDMI (High-Definition ... The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to exit the Notebook PC. It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without ...
... computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a digital television (DTV). Note: You must reboot the Notebook PC after changing this side of the Notebook PC. Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on selected models) HDMI (High-Definition ... The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to exit the Notebook PC. It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without ...
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..., voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of your flash memory card. Combo 2 SPDIF Output Jack This... jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono ...
..., voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of your flash memory card. Combo 2 SPDIF Output Jack This... jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono ...
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.... BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. 2 Knowing the Parts 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-... with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use without additional adapters. 7 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for connection ...
.... BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. 2 Knowing the Parts 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-... with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use without additional adapters. 7 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for connection ...
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... allows use memory cards from and write to many flash memory cards as mentioned later in order to use when moving temporarily between locations. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents... and must be purchased as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to the Notebook PC when AC power is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to identify the components on this...
... allows use memory cards from and write to many flash memory cards as mentioned later in order to use when moving temporarily between locations. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents... and must be purchased as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to the Notebook PC when AC power is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to identify the components on this...
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Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 3. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 23
Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct. 3. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 23