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E6947 Notebook PC User Manual U47A/ U47VC February 2012
E6947 Notebook PC User Manual U47A/ U47VC February 2012
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...17 Front Side...20 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Chapter 3: Getting ...Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 Power Management Modes 36...
Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...17 Front Side...20 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Chapter 3: Getting ...Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 Power Management Modes 36...
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Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Touchpad...48 Using the touchpad 49 Touchpad usage illustrations 50 Caring for the touchpad 52 Disabling the touchpad automatically 53 Storage Devices ...models 67 USB Charger+...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 Internal Modem Compliancy A-16 Declarations and Safety Statements A-20 Federal Communications Commission ...
Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Touchpad...48 Using the touchpad 49 Touchpad usage illustrations 50 Caring for the touchpad 52 Disabling the touchpad automatically 53 Storage Devices ...models 67 USB Charger+...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 Internal Modem Compliancy A-16 Declarations and Safety Statements A-20 Federal Communications Commission ...
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-23 Power Safety Requirement A-24 REACH ...A-24 UL Safety Notices A-25 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-26 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-27 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-28 European Union Eco-label A-30 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-31 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-31 Copyright Information A-32 Limitation of Liability A-33 Service and Support A-33 4 Notebook PC User Manual
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-23 Power Safety Requirement A-24 REACH ...A-24 UL Safety Notices A-25 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-26 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-27 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-28 European Union Eco-label A-30 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-31 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-31 Copyright Information A-32 Limitation of Liability A-33 Service and Support A-33 4 Notebook PC User Manual
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1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC
1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC
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...tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. There may be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used ...completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to data, components, or persons. Important information that ...
...tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. There may be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used ...completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to data, components, or persons. Important information that ...
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...the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during electrical storms.... DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Except as described in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual 7 DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life...
...the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during electrical storms.... DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Except as described in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual 7 DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life...
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... designed to the rating label on or near the surface. Check local regulations for disposal of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. The symbol of parts and recycling. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that your ...any materials that the battery should only be used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. ...
... designed to the rating label on or near the surface. Check local regulations for disposal of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. The symbol of parts and recycling. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that your ...any materials that the battery should only be used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. ...
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...100-240Vac Input frequency: 50-60Hz Rating output current: 3.42A (65W); 4.74A (90W) Rating output voltage: 19VDC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for . CAUTION! The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is a moving fan blades. Be careful not to protect the keyboard and...to prevent scratching of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. The Notebook PC's surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for transport, you should turn it is still ON. Ensure to the connectors. ...
...100-240Vac Input frequency: 50-60Hz Rating output current: 3.42A (65W); 4.74A (90W) Rating output voltage: 19VDC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for . CAUTION! The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is a moving fan blades. Be careful not to protect the keyboard and...to prevent scratching of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. The Notebook PC's surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for transport, you should turn it is still ON. Ensure to the connectors. ...
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... for using electronic devices. You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use battery power, be sure to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. CAUTION...! Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). However, it is...
... for using electronic devices. You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use battery power, be sure to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. CAUTION...! Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). However, it is...
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Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 1 Align the notches 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 1 Align the notches 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
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Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Opening the LCD display panel 1.
Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Opening the LCD display panel 1.
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Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 esc tab f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq insert num lk delete scr lk backspace home pgup caps lock enter pgdn shift shift end ctrl fn alt alt gr ctrl 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 esc tab f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq insert num lk delete scr lk backspace home pgup caps lock enter pgdn shift shift end ctrl fn alt alt gr ctrl 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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...after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with video conferencing and ...2 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for both hands. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is a pointing device that of desktop monitors...
...after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with video conferencing and ...2 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for both hands. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is a pointing device that of desktop monitors...
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See indicator details in Chapter 3. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions.
See indicator details in Chapter 3. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions.
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Do not put the Notebook PC on soft surfaces such as sofas or beds, which may vary in operation. Do not use on your lap or other parts of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 The bottom of the body to avoid injury from heat. The battery pack size varies depending on model. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Bottom Side The bottom side may block the vent.
Do not put the Notebook PC on soft surfaces such as sofas or beds, which may vary in operation. Do not use on your lap or other parts of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 The bottom of the body to avoid injury from heat. The battery pack size varies depending on model. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Bottom Side The bottom side may block the vent.
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... (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. There is not connected. When the battery pack is installed. Move the manual lock to keep the battery pack secured. 1 Battery... varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The BIOS automatically detects the amount ...
... (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. There is not connected. When the battery pack is installed. Move the manual lock to keep the battery pack secured. 1 Battery... varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The BIOS automatically detects the amount ...
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Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 19 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 19 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
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Front Side 1 2 1 Status Indicator The LED indicators light up when the Notebook PC is in use. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in order to use memory cards from and write to many flash memory cards. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
Front Side 1 2 1 Status Indicator The LED indicators light up when the Notebook PC is in use. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in order to use memory cards from and write to many flash memory cards. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
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...may support compact discs (CD) and digital video discs (DVD), and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Notebook PC User Manual 21 You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in ...case the electronic eject does not work. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. Right Side 1 23 4 56 7 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. This indicator will light in proportion to eject the optical drive tray in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject...
...may support compact discs (CD) and digital video discs (DVD), and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Notebook PC User Manual 21 You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in ...case the electronic eject does not work. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. Right Side 1 23 4 56 7 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. This indicator will light in proportion to eject the optical drive tray in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject...
