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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-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 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-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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... in this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Gives you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively...
... in this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Gives you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively...
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... magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
... magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Except as described in fire. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
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... battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, 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 not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery...
... battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, 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 not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery...
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Use this jack automatically disables the built-in proportion to the data size transferred. 24 Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in sites or hubs. This indicator will light in microphone. See the marketing specifications for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus...
Use this jack automatically disables the built-in proportion to the data size transferred. 24 Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in sites or hubs. This indicator will light in microphone. See the marketing specifications for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus...
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... a new battery pack must also take into account that the battery be purchased from an authorized dealer for this model or else damage may occur to buy extras for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC. Any temperatures above or below this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center...
... a new battery pack must also take into account that the battery be purchased from an authorized dealer for this model or else damage may occur to buy extras for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC. Any temperatures above or below this Notebook PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center...
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... as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with any materials that controls the POST is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. When the test is correctly detected and ready for the installation of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test...
... as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with any materials that controls the POST is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. When the test is correctly detected and ready for the installation of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test...
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.... Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way) will blink in this option.You can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware...
.... Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way) will blink in this option.You can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware...
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... 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 power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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...
... 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 power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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...
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... the on-screen display (OSD). Notebook PC User Manual 45 This allows switching between various power saving modes. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between different display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter 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. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles...
... the on-screen display (OSD). Notebook PC User Manual 45 This allows switching between various power saving modes. Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between different display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter 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. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles...
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... in Bluetooth (BT) function is less than 95% (with AC power). This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51 Orange ON: Battery power is less than 10% (without AC power). Orange Blinking: Battery power is activated. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the 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. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates...
... in Bluetooth (BT) function is less than 95% (with AC power). This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51 Orange ON: Battery power is less than 10% (without AC power). Orange Blinking: Battery power is activated. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the 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. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates...
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... PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be...
... PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Refer to the previous chapter to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be...
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There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers...
There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers...
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... the installed operating system. 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 your retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the original operating system installed...
... the installed operating system. 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 your retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the original operating system installed...
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... Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Copyright...
... Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Copyright...
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Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update the BIOS to the latest version and try MS System Restore to an earlier date. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If...
Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update the BIOS to the latest version and try MS System Restore to an earlier date. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If...
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... to another location before recovering. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. C. D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Hardware Problem - B. You...
... to another location before recovering. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. C. D. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Hardware Problem - B. You...
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... Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. ASUS Tek. Follow the instructions shown. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
... Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. ASUS Tek. Follow the instructions shown. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
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... for updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window...
... for updated drivers and utilities. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 6. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window...
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... all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery D�...
... all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery D�...