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... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-18 Blu-ray ROM Drive...
... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-18 Blu-ray ROM Drive...
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... you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Vital information that must...
... you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Vital information that must...
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... or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Seek servicing...
... or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Seek servicing...
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... reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. 4 �M�e�...
... reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. 4 �M�e�...
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... 3 45 6 1 / Headphone Output/Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or...
... 3 45 6 1 / Headphone Output/Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or...
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... video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Notebook PC User Manual 25 The built-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
... video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Notebook PC User Manual 25 The built-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
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... of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to enter the BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is powered ON with an operating system. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. When the test is created by using the hot keys. This record...
... of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to enter the BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is powered ON with an operating system. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. When the test is created by using the hot keys. This record...
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Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 By doing this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically...
Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 By doing this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically...
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... screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Sun Down Icon (f5): Decreases the display brightness...
... screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Sun Down Icon (f5): Decreases the display brightness...
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... not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual
... not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual
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... compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
... compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
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... is a default-enabled feature in two seconds, even after your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. The standby time varies according to your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Notebook PC User Manual 77 Performance mode The performance mode is defaultenabled in your USB 3.0 charge port. USB Charger+ is available in your Notebook PC. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. It...
... is a default-enabled feature in two seconds, even after your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. The standby time varies according to your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Notebook PC User Manual 77 Performance mode The performance mode is defaultenabled in your USB 3.0 charge port. USB Charger+ is available in your Notebook PC. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. It...
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... installed 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. A recovery disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. The stability and compatibility of the factory pre-install. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities...
... installed 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. A recovery disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. The stability and compatibility of the factory pre-install. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities...
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... the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then cleared. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual...
... the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then cleared. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual...
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...this only limits access to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to set . • The HDD Password can only be entered to boot or enter Setup. You will have...
...this only limits access to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to set . • The HDD Password can only be entered to boot or enter Setup. You will have...
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...; Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore to restore the system to its factory default setting. • If the problem still persists, try again. • If the problem still exist, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. The Hotkey function...
...; Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore to restore the system to its factory default setting. • If the problem still persists, try again. • If the problem still exist, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. The Hotkey function...
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... the problem is due to another location before doing the recovery process. Install an anti-virus software to protect the system from the ASUS website. If you can be compatible with your system.Try to delete them in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual When I turn the power...
... the problem is due to another location before doing the recovery process. Install an anti-virus software to protect the system from the ASUS website. If you can be compatible with your system.Try to delete them in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual When I turn the power...
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... 0 EFI FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute 5. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to its default settings. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends...
... 0 EFI FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute 5. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to its default settings. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends...
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... Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC to entire HD with the recovery process. Take your Notebook PC. Do not restart or turn off your desktop then select Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to complete the recovery process. If you to DVD/BD. Choose from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from the following AI Recovery options: • Backup...
... Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC to entire HD with the recovery process. Take your Notebook PC. Do not restart or turn off your desktop then select Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to complete the recovery process. If you to DVD/BD. Choose from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from the following AI Recovery options: • Backup...
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... hard drive. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Do not remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Select OK to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Ensure to connect the power adapter to save the ISO files then click Backup. 3. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook...
... hard drive. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Do not remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Select OK to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Ensure to connect the power adapter to save the ISO files then click Backup. 3. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook...
