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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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... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation...
... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation...
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...: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
...: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
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... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 1 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled...
... hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this spring lock must be held in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 1 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled...
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... peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones. USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that...
... peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to amplified speakers or headphones. USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that...
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... high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio 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 the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 5 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition...
... high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio 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 the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 5 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition...
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...] and you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! When the test is created by running BIOS Setup. This record...
...] and you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! When the test is created by running BIOS Setup. This record...
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... this mode. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. Sleep is...
... this mode. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. Sleep is...
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... Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The colored commands can only be accessed by first...
... Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The colored commands can only be accessed by first...
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NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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. This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in order to improve contrast...
NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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. This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in order to improve contrast...
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... of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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 SD IMPORTANT! WARNING! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
... of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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 SD IMPORTANT! WARNING! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
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... pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary, contact your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image 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. If updates or replacement...
... pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary, contact your retailer if you require such a solution. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image 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. If updates or replacement...
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... be entered to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. You will have Administrator rights. The Administrator Password is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Type...
... be entered to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. You will have Administrator rights. The Administrator Password is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Type...
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...If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be locked and hidden simultaneously. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 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. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save...
...If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be locked and hidden simultaneously. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 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. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save...
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.... �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be altered when you fail to boot or enter Setup. You will have to set . • The HDD Password can only be entered to enter the correct passwords. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - To set up the user password. 4. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�...
.... �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be altered when you fail to boot or enter Setup. You will have to set . • The HDD Password can only be entered to enter the correct passwords. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - To set up the user password. 4. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�...
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... write discs. 1. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your local service center...
... write discs. 1. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. You must backup all your local service center...
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check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? Adapter problem; D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! Battery problem; A. You will see taskbar), close...
check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? Adapter problem; D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! Battery problem; A. You will see taskbar), close...
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [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. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Aptio Setup Utility - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [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. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Aptio Setup Utility - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
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... www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 IMPORTANT! 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 the recovery process. From Start Menu, go to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1.
... www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 IMPORTANT! 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 the recovery process. From Start Menu, go to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1.
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... system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Select OK to complete the recovery process. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to be powered...
... system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Select OK to complete the recovery process. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to be powered...