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...53 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash Memory Card Reader 55 Memory (RAM 56 Connections...57 Network Connection 57 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 59 Windows Wireless Network Connection 61 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 63 Appendix A-1 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...
...53 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash Memory Card Reader 55 Memory (RAM 56 Connections...57 Network Connection 57 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 59 Windows Wireless Network Connection 61 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 63 Appendix A-1 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...
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... using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The following are major sections of importance as being correct. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. About This User's Manual...
... using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The following are major sections of importance as being correct. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. About This User's Manual...
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... manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
... manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
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5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with its buttons is available after software setup. 9 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also use of security software and using your fingerprint...
5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with its buttons is available after software setup. 9 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in the Windows operating system. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also use of security software and using your fingerprint...
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... the memory is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - 1 Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations.
... the memory is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - 1 Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations.
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... additional adapters. 20 Notebook PC User Manual 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. 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 a series up to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is sleeping...
... additional adapters. 20 Notebook PC User Manual 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. 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 a series up to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is sleeping...
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... BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. When the test is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is finished, you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk...
... BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. When the test is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is finished, you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk...
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.... Recover by pressing any are turned OFF. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to activate this option.You can control some of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you never left."Shut Down" will blink in use by turning OFF certain components. This function stores your Notebook PC is not in this mode.) 36 Notebook PC User Manual Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of these features through the operating system...
.... Recover by pressing any are turned OFF. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to activate this option.You can control some of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you never left."Shut Down" will blink in use by turning OFF certain components. This function stores your Notebook PC is not in this mode.) 36 Notebook PC User Manual Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of these features through the operating system...
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The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 38 Notebook PC User Manual Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). The colored commands can only...
The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 38 Notebook PC User Manual Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). The colored commands can only...
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Locking the touchpad 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. 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.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Notebook PC...
Locking the touchpad 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. 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.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Notebook PC...
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... removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro The actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to use many flash memory cards...
... removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro The actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to use many flash memory cards...
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... software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual The actual location of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) 56 (This is installed. 1 2 WARNING! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to locate the memory. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery...
... software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual The actual location of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) 56 (This is installed. 1 2 WARNING! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to locate the memory. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery...
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... enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is in good working order. Some of the original operating system 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 provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC came pre-configured...
... enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is in good working order. Some of the original operating system 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 provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC came pre-configured...
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... & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Set the system boot order. Aptio Setup Utility - System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 P0: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device 1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P0...
... & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Set the system boot order. Aptio Setup Utility - System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 P0: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device 1. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P0...
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... Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the user's password is then cleared. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen...
... Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the user's password is then cleared. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen...
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... the ASUS website. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try again. 3. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled...
... the ASUS website. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try again. 3. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled...
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...), close them . 4. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Mechanical Problem - A. D. Battery problem; Symptom & Solutions: A. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. Adapter problem; Hardware Problem - If you have...
...), close them . 4. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Mechanical Problem - A. D. Battery problem; Symptom & Solutions: A. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. Adapter problem; Hardware Problem - If you have...
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Easy Over-Clock Mode Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Standard] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. You must "Restore Defaults...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Easy Over-Clock Mode Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Standard] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Follow the instructions shown. You must "Restore Defaults...
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... to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
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....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to restore the image. 4. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...
....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to restore the image. 4. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...