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...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 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 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-16 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-18 Internal...
...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 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 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-16 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-18 Internal...
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... in this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing...
... in this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing...
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... touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the body to or use...
... touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the body to or use...
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... AC power is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory.
... AC power is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory.
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... on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can...
... on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can...
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... 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 sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC...
... 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 sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC...
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... a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of the system. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the display. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and...
... a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of the system. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the display. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and...
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.... ACPI power management settings are designed to save as much electricity as if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to see this mode.) 36 Notebook PC User Manual The power management features are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the...
.... ACPI power management settings are designed to save as much electricity as if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to see this mode.) 36 Notebook PC User Manual The power management features are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the...
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... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 38 Notebook PC User Manual The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Special Keyboard Functions...
... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 38 Notebook PC User Manual The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Special Keyboard Functions...
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... Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual 39 Applying or removing the power adapter will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). Locking the touchpad will automatically switch the system between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control...
... Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual 39 Applying or removing the power adapter will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). Locking the touchpad will automatically switch the system between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control...
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... data storage devices. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 53 IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3...
... data storage devices. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 53 IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3...
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... by models. The actual location of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (PowerOn-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Visit an authorized service...
... by models. The actual location of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (PowerOn-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Visit an authorized service...
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... the installed operating system. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that your hard disk drive is...
... the installed operating system. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that your hard disk drive is...
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... the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. 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. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Password is then set , then this is set . Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
... the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. 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. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Password is then set , then this is set . Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
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... to another location before recovering. 4. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Unknown Reason - If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable...
... to another location before recovering. 4. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Unknown Reason - If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable...
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... with a wireless card? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. B. D. A. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. Battery problem; If...
... with a wireless card? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. B. D. A. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. Battery problem; If...
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... Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. Un-install software applications. Update the BIOS to incompatible memory. 2. These utilities and BIOS files can be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be downloaded from viruses. WARNING! Ensure your problem. CAUTION! Unknown Reason - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual A. Remove additional memory...
... Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. Un-install software applications. Update the BIOS to incompatible memory. 2. These utilities and BIOS files can be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be downloaded from viruses. WARNING! Ensure your problem. CAUTION! Unknown Reason - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual A. Remove additional memory...
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... 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 on the Notebook PC. 3. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
... 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 on the Notebook PC. 3. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
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... Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. IMPORTANT! According to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Remove the external hard disk drive...
... Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. IMPORTANT! According to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Remove the external hard disk drive...
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... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC...
... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC...
