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... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive...
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Appendix Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have...
Appendix Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have...
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... extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Do not place together...
... extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Do not place together...
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Manual The manual battery lock is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must...
Manual The manual battery lock is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must...
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... devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Right Side Intel Series 12 3 AMD Series 4 56 7 1 2 3 20 12 3 4 56 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
... devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Right Side Intel Series 12 3 AMD Series 4 56 7 1 2 3 20 12 3 4 56 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
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... supports 8-channel digital audio, 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. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on mode. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor...
... supports 8-channel digital audio, 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. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on mode. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor...
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... record is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. When the test is created by using the hot keys. If you receive the Notebook PC. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds...
... record is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. When the test is created by using the hot keys. If you receive the Notebook PC. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds...
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... saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF.
... saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF.
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... certain models; stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The Hot Key locations...
... certain models; stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The Hot Key locations...
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... UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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...
... UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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...
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..., use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 60 Notebook PC User Manual This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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 specifications constantly change so...
..., use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 60 Notebook PC User Manual This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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 specifications constantly change so...
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...-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and...
...-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and...
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... NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS...
... NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is then set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS...
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... CMOS Camera will be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If you log in with Administrator privilege. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility...
... CMOS Camera will be disabled. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If you log in with Administrator privilege. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility...
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... boot order. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
... boot order. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
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... Restore to another location before recovering. 4. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Unknown Reason - If not the case, try again. 3. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to an earlier date. 3. Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem...
... Restore to another location before recovering. 4. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Unknown Reason - If not the case, try again. 3. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to an earlier date. 3. Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem...
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... for replacement. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. C. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Adapter problem...
... for replacement. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. C. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Adapter problem...
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... disk drive to select and update BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Notebook PC. 3. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - You must Restore Defaults on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Follow the instructions...
... disk drive to select and update BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Notebook PC. 3. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - You must Restore Defaults on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Follow the instructions...
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From Start Menu, go to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. 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%). 5. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert...
From Start Menu, go to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. 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%). 5. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert...
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... labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up...
... labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up...