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... Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash Memory Card Reader 55 Optical Drive...56 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 62 Connections...63 Network Connection 63 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 65 Antenna Connections (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 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...
... Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash Memory Card Reader 55 Optical Drive...56 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 62 Connections...63 Network Connection 63 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 65 Antenna Connections (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 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...
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... notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you to use them. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components...
... notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you to use them. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components...
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DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
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... Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for each territory. 12 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 10 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. 14 Notebook PC User Manual 9 Power Switch The power switch turns...
... Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for each territory. 12 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 10 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. 14 Notebook PC User Manual 9 Power Switch The power switch turns...
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... Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used...
... Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used...
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... digital audio output. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Right Side ON OFF 12 3 4 567 8 1 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Combo Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or...
... digital audio output. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Right Side ON OFF 12 3 4 567 8 1 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Combo Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or...
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... indicator will light. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light in proportion to eject the optical drive tray in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). Notebook PC User Manual 19 Do not use . Windows software settings are necessary before use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 8 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in case the electronic eject does not work. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software...
... indicator will light. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light in proportion to eject the optical drive tray in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). Notebook PC User Manual 19 Do not use . Windows software settings are necessary before use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 8 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in case the electronic eject does not work. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software...
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...-in order to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for description. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and connectors up to use inside the computer. USB supports hot-swapping of SerialATA devices originally designed for use memory cards from and write to two meters. Notebook PC User Manual...
...-in order to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for description. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and connectors up to use inside the computer. USB supports hot-swapping of SerialATA devices originally designed for use memory cards from and write to two meters. Notebook PC User Manual...
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...).The software that controls the POST is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual This record is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning...
...).The software that controls the POST is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual This record is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning...
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Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode. By doing this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is volatile, it requires power to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and...
Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode. By doing this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is volatile, it requires power to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and...
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... of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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 + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256...
... of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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 + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256...
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... switching between various power saving modes. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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). 40 Notebook PC User Manual...
... switching between various power saving modes. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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). 40 Notebook PC User Manual...
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Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on selected models) / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. HDMI E-SATA SD / SDHC / SDXC (on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss...
Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on selected models) / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. HDMI E-SATA SD / SDHC / SDXC (on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss...
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... BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may offer (depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your hard disk drive is in good working order...
... BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may offer (depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your hard disk drive is in good working order...
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...-type to Setup and is then cleared. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password...
...-type to Setup and is then cleared. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password...
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... recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If not the case, try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update...
... recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If not the case, try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update...
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... a wireless card? Notebook PC User Manual A-9 visit a local service center for replacement. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. D. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. FAN...
... a wireless card? Notebook PC User Manual A-9 visit a local service center for replacement. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. D. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. FAN...
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... Notebook PC User Manual 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 shown. Copyright (C) --- You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - 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. ASUS Tek. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Notebook PC User Manual 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 shown. Copyright (C) --- You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - 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. ASUS Tek. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. According to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! 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. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition...
... recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. According to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! 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. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition...
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... optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual...
... optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual...