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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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... Notebook PC's components. 3. There may be followed to prevent damage to use them. IMPORTANT! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. Notes for safe operation...
... Notebook PC's components. 3. There may be followed to prevent damage to use them. IMPORTANT! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. Notes for safe operation...
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... throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery.
... throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery.
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... a compartment. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of 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 inserted, it will increase...
... a compartment. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of 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 inserted, it will increase...
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... light in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to the data size transferred. 6 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for details on each model. 5 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator...
... light in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to the data size transferred. 6 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for details on each model. 5 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator...
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Any temperatures above or below this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to buy extras for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this range will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account...
Any temperatures above or below this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to buy extras for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this range will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account...
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... on the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by using the BIOS Setup program. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with an operating system. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you need to run through a series of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT!
... on the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by using the BIOS Setup program. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with an operating system. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you need to run through a series of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT!
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... scrolled down half way or email typed half way) will reappear as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by turning OFF certain components. ACPI power management settings are turned OFF. Sleep is the same as if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in this option.You can be found in the BIOS Setup. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use...
... scrolled down half way or email typed half way) will reappear as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by turning OFF certain components. ACPI power management settings are turned OFF. Sleep is the same as if you never left."Shut Down" will blink in this option.You can be found in the BIOS Setup. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use...
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The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must 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. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon...
The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must 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. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon...
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... in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. 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.
... in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. 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.
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... battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC's built-in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Orange ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). When the built-in wireless LAN is turned OFF or in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated. Orange Blinking: Battery power is in wireless LAN. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth...
... battery's power as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to show that the Notebook PC's built-in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 49 Orange ON: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). When the built-in wireless LAN is turned OFF or in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated. Orange Blinking: Battery power is in wireless LAN. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files 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. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without...
..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. IMPORTANT! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files 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. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without...
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... and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (PowerOn-Self-Test) process. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33...
... and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (PowerOn-Self-Test) process. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33...
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... 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 its customers the choice of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your...
... 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 its customers the choice of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your...
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... Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults...
... Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults...
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... MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If not the case, try restoring your data to an earlier date. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. A. Unknown...
... MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If not the case, try restoring your data to an earlier date. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. A. Unknown...
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... by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. B. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. D. Hardware Problem - FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Adapter problem; You...
... by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. B. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. C. D. Hardware Problem - FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Adapter problem; You...
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Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Notebook PC. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to...
Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Notebook PC. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to...
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... with two partitions. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. According to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to...
... with two partitions. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. According to create the Recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to...
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... for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Ensure to connect the power adapter...
... for updated drivers and utilities. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Ensure to connect the power adapter...