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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 (on selected models...
... 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 (on selected models...
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... situations. Notebook PC User Manual About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to optional accessories and...
... situations. Notebook PC User Manual About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to optional accessories and...
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... moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase...
... moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase...
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... compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test...
... compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test...
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... restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up 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 hubs.
... restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up 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 hubs.
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USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible...
USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible...
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...'s hardware configuration, which is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. This record is finished, you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will be correct when you turn it ON. When the test is created by using the hot keys...
...'s hardware configuration, which is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. This record is finished, you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will be correct when you turn it ON. When the test is created by using the hot keys...
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... power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in this mode. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
... power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in this mode. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
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... light. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. 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 Sun Up Icon (f6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (f7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN...
... light. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. 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 Sun Up Icon (f6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (f7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN...
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... Mode, My Profile, and Normal. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you can switch between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is available only when you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor...
... Mode, My Profile, and Normal. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you can switch between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is available only when you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor...
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..., 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. Memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. 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 The memory card is purchased separately. Memory card...
..., 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. Memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. 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 The memory card is purchased separately. Memory card...
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If your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Performance mode The performance mode is defaultenabled in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Instant On Instant On is a default-enabled feature in your ASUS Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode (Deep...
If your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Performance mode The performance mode is defaultenabled in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Instant On Instant On is a default-enabled feature in your ASUS Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode (Deep...
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...-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may vary depending on territory) its original working order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your...
...-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may vary depending on territory) its original working order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your...
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... length 20 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. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 If ONLY the Administrator's password is set . F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). The...
... length 20 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. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 If ONLY the Administrator's password is set . F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). The...
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... asked to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Set HDD Master Password. *** Advisable to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will be asked for when entering Setup. Re-type 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 ↑...
... asked to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Set HDD Master Password. *** Advisable to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will be asked for when entering Setup. Re-type 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 ↑...
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... 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 local ASUS Service Center for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The optical disc drive is disabled. The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. Troubleshooting...
... 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 local ASUS Service Center for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The optical disc drive is disabled. The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. Troubleshooting...
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These utilities and BIOS files can download from the ASUS website. Install an anti-virus software to protect the system from the ASUS website. A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. If an additional memory was installed after system bootup. • Remove the additional memory. If you can...
These utilities and BIOS files can download from the ASUS website. Install an anti-virus software to protect the system from the ASUS website. A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. If an additional memory was installed after system bootup. • Remove the additional memory. If you can...
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... it in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to its default settings. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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 the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. F1...
... it in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to its default settings. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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 the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. F1...
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... selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. Do not restart or turn off your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Choose from your desktop then select Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to DVD/BD. This option deletes all partitions from the following AI Recovery options: • Backup to...
... selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. Do not restart or turn off your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Choose from your desktop then select Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to DVD/BD. This option deletes all partitions from the following AI Recovery options: • Backup to...
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... backup files. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the image. 4. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to recover your ISO files to a DVD or Blu-ray disc so you want to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Unstable power...
... backup files. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the image. 4. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to recover your ISO files to a DVD or Blu-ray disc so you want to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Unstable power...