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... 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 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
... 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 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
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... are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and...
... are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and...
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... do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
... do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning...
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... AC power 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. There is not connected. Spring The spring battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Manual The manual battery lock is used to...
... AC power 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. There is not connected. Spring The spring battery lock is used to insert or remove the battery pack. Manual The manual battery lock is used to...
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... (USB 2.0). Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
... (USB 2.0). Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial...
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... cable for connection to a local network. Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 7 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use without additional adapters...
... cable for connection to a local network. Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 7 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use without additional adapters...
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...'s hardware configuration, which is used to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the system. This record is not a problem with an operating system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys...
...'s hardware configuration, which is used to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the system. This record is not a problem with an operating system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys...
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... LAN needs to see this mode. Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. By doing this, RAM does not have to activate this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to remain powered. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive...
... LAN needs to see this mode. Hibernate saves more power compared to keep (refresh) the data. By doing this, RAM does not have to activate this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to remain powered. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive...
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... display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display...
... display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display...
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... 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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...
... 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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...
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... memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. HDMI SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card...
... memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. To prevent data loss, use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. HDMI SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card...
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... have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is optional and includes an image of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. A recovery disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its...
... have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is optional and includes an image of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. A recovery disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its...
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...;p�s�e��t Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables Quiet Boot option. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 P0: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 P1: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for...
...;p�s�e��t Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables Quiet Boot option. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 P0: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 P1: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for...
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... be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. To set . Password is then set the password: 1. To clear the password: 1. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS...
... be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. To set . Password is then set the password: 1. To clear the password: 1. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS...
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... the Security 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. In Setup, the User will be entered to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system...
... the Security 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. In Setup, the User will be entered to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system...
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...) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem -
...) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem -
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..., HDD, or NB; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Adapter problem; Mechanical Problem - 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. 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? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Wireless Card How...
..., HDD, or NB; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Adapter problem; Mechanical Problem - 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. 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? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Wireless Card How...
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...]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Intel Virtualization Technology Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Notebook PC User Manual...
...]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Intel Virtualization Technology Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration TDT [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Recover Windows to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
... www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Recover Windows to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
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... drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...
... drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...