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... Devices 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 USB Charger+...75 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 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 USB Charger+...75 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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... are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories...
... are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to optional accessories...
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... any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near...
... any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near...
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... connected. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the locked position after the memory is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC to insert or remove the battery pack. When the battery pack is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup...
... connected. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the locked position after the memory is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC to insert or remove the battery pack. When the battery pack is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup...
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... specifications for opening the tray. Notebook PC User Manual 21 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on each model. 5 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for details on a single computer, with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
... specifications for opening the tray. Notebook PC User Manual 21 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on each model. 5 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for details on a single computer, with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
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... a single computer, with some peripherals acting 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. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode.
... a single computer, with some peripherals acting 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. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode.
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... make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with any materials that will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. If you receive the Notebook PC. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. The Power...
... make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with any materials that will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. If you receive the Notebook PC. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. The Power...
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... the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
... the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this mode.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
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... or OFF with a colored command. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup).
... or OFF with a colored command. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup).
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... touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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...
... touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). 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...
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... Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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 forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader...
... Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 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 forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader...
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... 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. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Operating System and Software This Notebook...
... 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. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Operating System and Software This Notebook...
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... entered to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual...
... entered to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual...
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.... Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. If you log in with Administrator privilege. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
.... Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. If you log in with Administrator privilege. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
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... screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be entered...
... screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be entered...
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..." driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem...
..." driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem...
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... the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Mechanical Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? A. visit a local service center for assistance. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Symptom...
... the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Mechanical Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? A. visit a local service center for assistance. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Symptom...
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...and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file...
...and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file...
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... instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. 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. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. From Start Menu, go to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Notebook PC User Manual...
... instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. 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. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. From Start Menu, go to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Notebook PC User Manual...
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Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��...
Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery D��...