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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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... reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and...
... reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Getting Started Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and...
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...power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part...nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety ...
...power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part...nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety ...
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... an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount 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 secured in the unlocked position. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and...
... an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount 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 secured in the unlocked position. 3 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and...
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... audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is compatible 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. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
... audio recordings. 3 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is being transferred by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is compatible 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. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
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... will depend on the number times it is higher than the outside temperature. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 35 It is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is not recommended to buy extras for this model or else damage may occur to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this Notebook PC. If there...
... will depend on the number times it is higher than the outside temperature. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 35 It is ideal that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is not recommended to buy extras for this model or else damage may occur to the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this Notebook PC. If there...
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... of a new operating system. 36 Notebook PC User Manual This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Press [ESC] and you will display a message on the screen when you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you turn ON the Notebook PC, it ON. The Power-On Self...
... of a new operating system. 36 Notebook PC User Manual This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. Press [ESC] and you will display a message on the screen when you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. This record is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you turn ON the Notebook PC, it ON. The Power-On Self...
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... the same as possible but also allow full operation on demand. The power management features are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Recover by pressing any are designed to save your work , your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you...
... the same as possible but also allow full operation on demand. The power management features are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Recover by pressing any are designed to save your work , your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you...
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... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 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 in 256 Colors, select High Color in power management setup). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may...
... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 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 in 256 Colors, select High Color in power management setup). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may...
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... display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system 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. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual...
... display color enhancement modes in order to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system 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. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... power). This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51 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 -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Off: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in wireless LAN. When the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator...
... power). This indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Notebook PC User Manual 51 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 -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Off: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in wireless LAN. When the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card compatibility...
..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to locate the Flash Memory Slot. This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Flash memory card compatibility...
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... memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 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. The actual location of memory...
... memory differs by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 65 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. The actual location of memory...
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Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. 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 enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and...
Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. 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 enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and...
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Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit I/O Interface Security Version 2.01.1204. To set . Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Type in ����A�...
Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit I/O Interface Security Version 2.01.1204. To set . Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Type in ����A�...
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... and try again. 3. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 A. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2.
... and try again. 3. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 A. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2.
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... a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. Adapter problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. visit a local service center for repair. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Hardware Problem - Mechanical Problem - FAN...
... a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. Adapter problem; If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. visit a local service center for repair. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Hardware Problem - Mechanical Problem - FAN...
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... USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to...
... USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to...
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... Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! According to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Remove the external hard disk drive...
... Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! According to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Remove the external hard disk drive...
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... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your hard drive. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restoring will be unusable. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to back up all your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC...
... optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your hard drive. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restoring will be unusable. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to back up all your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC...