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... Touchpad Disabling 55 Storage Devices 57 Optical Drive...57 Hard Disk Drive 61 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 Internal Modem...
... Touchpad Disabling 55 Storage Devices 57 Optical Drive...57 Hard Disk Drive 61 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 Internal Modem...
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... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Disconnect the AC power and remove...
... battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Disconnect the AC power and remove...
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... buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 16 Notebook PC User Manual The key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode.The selected mode is shown on the display. 8 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Two Windows function keys...
... buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 16 Notebook PC User Manual The key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode.The selected mode is shown on the display. 8 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Two Windows function keys...
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... between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. Spring The spring battery lock is used to the locked position after the memory is not connected. When the battery pack is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Move the manual lock to...
... between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. Spring The spring battery lock is used to the locked position after the memory is not connected. When the battery pack is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Move the manual lock to...
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... light. Windows software settings are necessary before use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 7 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in case the electronic eject does not work. 3 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows™ Computer and select Eject. 6 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by the optical disk drive. Do not use . See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. When enabled, the wireless status indicator...
... light. Windows software settings are necessary before use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 7 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in case the electronic eject does not work. 3 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows™ Computer and select Eject. 6 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by the optical disk drive. Do not use . See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. When enabled, the wireless status indicator...
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..., DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Only use with this range will depend on the number times it is higher than...
..., DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Only use with this range will depend on the number times it is higher than...
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... system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the system. Press [ESC] and you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes...
... system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the system. Press [ESC] and you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes...
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... 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 mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. By doing this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
... 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 mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. By doing this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
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...'s keyboard. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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 power management setup...
...'s keyboard. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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 power management setup...
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... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Locking the touchpad 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. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). 42 Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled...
... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Locking the touchpad 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. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). 42 Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled...
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...-toRAM (Sleep) mode. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to accommodate changes in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. The Notebook PC automatically switches graphics processing unit (GPU) to type using capitalized letters (e.g. The dual-color GPU indicator shows the GPU in use as follows: White ON: Discrete GPU Blue ON: Onboard GPU Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly...
...-toRAM (Sleep) mode. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to accommodate changes in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. The Notebook PC automatically switches graphics processing unit (GPU) to type using capitalized letters (e.g. The dual-color GPU indicator shows the GPU in use as follows: White ON: Discrete GPU Blue ON: Onboard GPU Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly...
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... hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the support disc is in good working state provided that your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Operating...
... hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the support disc is in good working state provided that your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Operating...
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... this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. If ONLY the user's password is set . Re-type to boot or enter Setup. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Type in �...
... this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. If ONLY the user's password is set . Re-type to boot or enter Setup. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Type in �...
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... restoring your data to read or write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If problem still persists, try again. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Notebook PC User Manual...
... restoring your data to read or write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If problem still persists, try again. 2. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Notebook PC User Manual...
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...? 1. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Hardware Problem - If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 B. D. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering...
...? 1. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. IMPORTANT! Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Hardware Problem - If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 B. D. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering...
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... does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. Unknown Reason - If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with your system for viruses. 4. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Remove additional memory. It is due to un-install them in DOS mode. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Ensure your problem. Software Problem - Un-install software applications. WARNING...
... does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. Unknown Reason - If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with your system for viruses. 4. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Remove additional memory. It is due to un-install them in DOS mode. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Ensure your problem. Software Problem - Un-install software applications. WARNING...
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... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. 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. Follow the instructions...
... Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. 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. Follow the instructions...
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... for updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. According to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows...
... for updated drivers and utilities. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. According to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows...
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... optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be unusable. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the 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. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the...
... optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be unusable. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the 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. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the...