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... models 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Windows Wireless Network Connection 66 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 68 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 71 USB Charger+...72 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...
... models 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Windows Wireless Network Connection 66 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 68 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 71 USB Charger+...72 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...
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... using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook...
... using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook...
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... of the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during...
... of the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during...
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USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital 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 output signals from audio devices. Use this feature for digital audio output. USB allows many...
USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital 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 output signals from audio devices. Use this feature for digital audio output. USB allows many...
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... cable. Notebook PC User Manual 23 It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. 8 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) This port also supports USB Charger+ function that...
... cable. Notebook PC User Manual 23 It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. 8 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) This port also supports USB Charger+ function that...
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... the Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that the hard disk is created by using the hot keys. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. WARNING! This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. If you turn ON the Notebook PC...
... the Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that the hard disk is created by using the hot keys. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. WARNING! This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. If you turn ON the Notebook PC...
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... function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to Sleep. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power...
... function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to Sleep. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power...
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... Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). 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 Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
... Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). 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 Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
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..." software application. 40 Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). 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...
..." software application. 40 Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). 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...
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...-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated when lighted. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated. a,b,c). 44 Notebook PC User Manual A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will light to the access time. Orange ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This...
...-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated when lighted. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated. a,b,c). 44 Notebook PC User Manual A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will light to the access time. Orange ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This...
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Notebook PC User Manual 57 Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in...
Notebook PC User Manual 57 Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in...
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... of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary...
... of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary...
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... Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. To set . If ONLY the user's password is only asked when you power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). You will have Administrator rights. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2010...
... Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. To set . If ONLY the user's password is only asked when you power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). You will have Administrator rights. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2010...
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..., all USB device 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. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility...
..., all USB device 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. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility...
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... 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 ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Password is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating...
... 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 ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Password is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating...
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..., contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask...
..., contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask...
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... service center for replacement. B. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual C. Battery problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. D. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Mechanical Problem - Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature...
... service center for replacement. B. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual C. Battery problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. D. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Mechanical Problem - Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature...
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... Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Aptio Setup Utility - Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash...
... Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Aptio Setup Utility - Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash...
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... Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
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... Notebook PC User Manual Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Using...
... Notebook PC User Manual Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Using...
