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... 48 Caring for the Touchpad 51 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 51 Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Memory (RAM 54 Connections...55 Network Connection 55 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 57 Windows Wireless Network Connection 59 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 61 USB Charger 64 Instant On ...65 Appendix Operating System and Software A-2 System BIOS Settings A-3 Common Problems and Solutions A-6 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-12 Using Recovery Partition A-12 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-13 Internal Modem Compliancy (on selected...
... 48 Caring for the Touchpad 51 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 51 Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Memory (RAM 54 Connections...55 Network Connection 55 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 57 Windows Wireless Network Connection 59 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 61 USB Charger 64 Instant On ...65 Appendix Operating System and Software A-2 System BIOS Settings A-3 Common Problems and Solutions A-6 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-12 Using Recovery Partition A-12 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-13 Internal Modem Compliancy (on selected...
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... to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Important information that must be...
... to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Important information that must be...
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... 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. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook...
... 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. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook...
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... reliability. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC...
... reliability. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC...
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... phones, and PDAs. Right Side 1 23 4 5 6 7 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to use memory cards from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Use this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can be purchased separately in order to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
... phones, and PDAs. Right Side 1 23 4 5 6 7 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to use memory cards from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Use this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can be purchased separately in order to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
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.... 5 USB Port 2.0 (3.0, on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to run simultaneously on a single cable. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners. It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player...
.... 5 USB Port 2.0 (3.0, on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to run simultaneously on a single cable. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners. It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player...
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..., the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it back ON. IMPORTANT! When the test is used to enter the BIOS Setup. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was...
..., the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it back ON. IMPORTANT! When the test is used to enter the BIOS Setup. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was...
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... Power Options, you can be found in this mode. When you resume your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system...
... Power Options, you can be found in this mode. When you resume your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system...
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... the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on-screen-display. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) 38 Notebook PC User Manual The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. stretches the screen...
... the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on-screen-display. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in Display Property Settings.) 38 Notebook PC User Manual The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. stretches the screen...
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... speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). Applying or removing the power adapter will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode...
... speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). Applying or removing the power adapter will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode...
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... example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to locate the Flash Memory Slot. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 53
... example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to locate the Flash Memory Slot. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 53
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... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) 54 (This is installed. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. The actual location...
... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) 54 (This is installed. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. The actual location...
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... provided that your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer...
... provided that your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer...
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... Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To clear the password: 1. Re-type to Setup and is then set the password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is then cleared. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Create New...
... Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To clear the password: 1. Re-type to Setup and is then set the password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is then cleared. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Create New...
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... system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. A. Built-in Camera The built-in camera does not work correctly. 1. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to see if there are any problems. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. A-6 Notebook PC User Manual Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem is disabled.
... system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. A. Built-in Camera The built-in camera does not work correctly. 1. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to see if there are any problems. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. A-6 Notebook PC User Manual Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem is disabled.
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..., try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will see taskbar), close them . 4. Adapter problem; Battery problem; CAUTION! check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. The problem may also be an "Open policy file error" message. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
..., try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will see taskbar), close them . 4. Adapter problem; Battery problem; CAUTION! check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. The problem may also be an "Open policy file error" message. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
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... on the ASUS website. Remove additional memory. These utilities and BIOS files can be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to the latest version with your problem. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 WARNING! IMPORTANT! If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. You must backup all...
... on the ASUS website. Remove additional memory. These utilities and BIOS files can be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to the latest version with your problem. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 WARNING! IMPORTANT! If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. You must backup all...
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... Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS Tek. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. Aptio Setup Utility - You must "Restore Defaults" on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power...
... Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS Tek. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. Aptio Setup Utility - You must "Restore Defaults" on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power...
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... for updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. IMPORTANT! This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting...
... for updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. IMPORTANT! This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting...
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... onscreen instructions to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Using the Recovery D�...
... onscreen instructions to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Using the Recovery D�...
