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... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Flash Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Connections...67 Network Connection 67 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 69 Windows Wireless Network Connection 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 73 USB Charger+...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...
... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Flash Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Connections...67 Network Connection 67 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 69 Windows Wireless Network Connection 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 73 USB Charger+...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...
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... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Except as described in fire. DO NOT place on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
... or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Except as described in fire. DO NOT place on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
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... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to keep the battery pack secured. Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 18 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in a compartment. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive...
... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to keep the battery pack secured. Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 18 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in a compartment. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive...
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... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones.Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB allows many devices to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual...
... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones.Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB allows many devices to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... screen when you need to run through a series of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will be correct when you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part...
... screen when you need to run through a series of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will be correct when you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part...
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... RAM while many components are turned OFF. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
... RAM while many components are turned OFF. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
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... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on -screen-display. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on -screen-display. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
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... Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9) (on selected models): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator 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...
... Notebook PC User Manual Crossed-out Touchpad (F9) (on selected models): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator 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...
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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. 62 Notebook PC User Manual Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
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. 62 Notebook PC User Manual Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
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... guaranteed. If updates or replacement of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of the support disc is necessary, contact your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications...
... guaranteed. If updates or replacement of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of the support disc is necessary, contact your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications...
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...] Enables/Disables Quiet Boot option. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Boot Device 1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P0: WDC WD7500BPKT...] [P2: MATSHITABD-MLT...] [Windows Boot Manager] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
...] Enables/Disables Quiet Boot option. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Boot Device 1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P0: WDC WD7500BPKT...] [P2: MATSHITABD-MLT...] [Windows Boot Manager] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
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..., Inc. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Set User Password Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security Security Boot Policy [Enabled] NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS).
..., Inc. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Set User Password Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security Security Boot Policy [Enabled] NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS).
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... 2.01.1208. To lock the USB interface: 1. External Ports BlueTooth CMOS Camera Card Reader LocK UnLock [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American...
... 2.01.1208. To lock the USB interface: 1. External Ports BlueTooth CMOS Camera Card Reader LocK UnLock [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American...
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...-type to set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on password and must be altered when you fail to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security Security Boot Policy [Enabled] NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. To set up the user password...
...-type to set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on password and must be altered when you fail to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security Security Boot Policy [Enabled] NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. To set up the user password...
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... the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If not the case, try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual...
... the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If not the case, try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... system using the recovery partition or disc. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. 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. IMPORTANT! If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Hardware Problem - C. A. You must backup...
... system using the recovery partition or disc. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. 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. IMPORTANT! If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Hardware Problem - C. A. You must backup...
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... download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type...
... download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type...
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... partitions. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. According to complete the recovery...
... partitions. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. According to complete the recovery...
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... onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. Restart the Notebook PC...
... onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. Restart the Notebook PC...
