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... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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...
... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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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... and applications differ by models and territories. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Notes for safe operation. Important information that must...
... and applications differ by models and territories. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Notes for safe operation. Important information that must...
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... NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT disassemble the battery.
... NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT disassemble the battery.
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... on hard disk drive upgrades for this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 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. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. When the battery...
... on hard disk drive upgrades for this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 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. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. When the battery...
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... support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. You can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
... support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. You can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
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... for use with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Because batteries also have a shelf life, it can be purchased from an authorized dealer for storing. Notebook PC User Manual 33 But in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied...
... for use with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Because batteries also have a shelf life, it can be purchased from an authorized dealer for storing. Notebook PC User Manual 33 But in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied...
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... you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is powered ON with the display. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that controls...
... you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is powered ON with the display. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that controls...
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..." will blink in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual When you resume your work, your Notebook PC is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. In Power Options, you can control some of Ownership (TCO).You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. The power management features...
..." will blink in the BIOS Setup. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual When you resume your work, your Notebook PC is not in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. In Power Options, you can control some of Ownership (TCO).You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. The power management features...
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... connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 42 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. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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...
... connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 42 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. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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...
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... touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between various power saving modes. Notebook PC User Manual 43 Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function...
... touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between various power saving modes. Notebook PC User Manual 43 Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function...
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... Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as follows: Green ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator...
... Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as follows: Green ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator...
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...! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use many flash...
...! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use many flash...
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... of this Notebook PC to locate the memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 63 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. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33...
... of this Notebook PC to locate the memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 63 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. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33...
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... not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. If updates or replacement of the support disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware...
... not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. If updates or replacement of the support disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware...
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... Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set the password: 1. 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. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Password is then set , then this is a power on password...
... Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set the password: 1. 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. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Password is then set , then this is a power on password...
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... persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If not the case, try restoring your data to read or write discs. 1. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7
... persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If not the case, try restoring your data to read or write discs. 1. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7
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... repair. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to decrease system load. 3. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager...
... repair. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to decrease system load. 3. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager...
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... Logo Type 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. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright...
... Logo Type 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. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright...
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... models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. According to entire HD with two partitions. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD...
... models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. According to entire HD with two partitions. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD...
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..., during the recovery process or else your important data before the system recovery. 5. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2.
..., during the recovery process or else your important data before the system recovery. 5. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2.
