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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2521 / Jun 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2521 / Jun 2006
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... 9 2. Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Battery Care ...25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ...28 ...
... 9 2. Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Battery Care ...25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ...28 ...
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Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Sonoma chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories 52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements 58 Notebook PC Information 70 3 Contents 4.
Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Sonoma chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories 52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements 58 Notebook PC Information 70 3 Contents 4.
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1.
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... Introduces you should be aware of in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. < > Text enclosed in order...TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. do not actually type the < [ ] > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the...
... Introduces you should be aware of in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. < > Text enclosed in order...TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. do not actually type the < [ ] > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the...
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... all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any materials that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. ...display panel. Do not place together with small items that will increase the life of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place...
... all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any materials that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. ...display panel. Do not place together with small items that will increase the life of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Follow all servicing to the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place...
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... position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you intend to magnetic wands. 8 Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Charge Your Batteries If you want to use battery power,...will allow electronic use . Be careful not to protect it is easily dulled if not properly cared for. CAUTION! You can send your Notebook PC. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. However, it is recommended that it OFF and disconnect...
... position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you intend to magnetic wands. 8 Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Charge Your Batteries If you want to use battery power,...will allow electronic use . Be careful not to protect it is easily dulled if not properly cared for. CAUTION! You can send your Notebook PC. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. However, it is recommended that it OFF and disconnect...
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When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may... break! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your...
When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may... break! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 12
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...camera allows picture taking or video recording. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on selected models) The built-in mono microphone can be used ...for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that of a button. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of...
...camera allows picture taking or video recording. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on selected models) The built-in mono microphone can be used ...for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that of a button. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of...
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2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot.
2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot.
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...There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to be done by the specifications for your Notebook PC. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The battery pack cannot be ... compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on temperature threshold settings. 15 To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. The ...
...There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to be done by the specifications for your Notebook PC. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The battery pack cannot be ... compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on temperature threshold settings. 15 To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. The ...
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... that most other forms of devices so that can be purchased separately in order to eject the optical drive tray in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 5 6 78 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 16 USB ...supports hot-swapping of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as specified later in case the electronic eject ...
... that most other forms of devices so that can be purchased separately in order to eject the optical drive tray in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 5 6 78 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 16 USB ...supports hot-swapping of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as specified later in case the electronic eject ...
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... The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this feature to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Using this feature for... supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits/sec and can be used to amplified speakers or headphones. IEEE1394 is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices.
... The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this feature to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Using this feature for... supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits/sec and can be used to amplified speakers or headphones. IEEE1394 is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices.
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... may occur. 18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. USB supports hot-swapping...hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Make sure that most peripherals can have wireless connection to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! This allows easy wireless synchronization with infrared-equipped devices or computers. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models)...
... may occur. 18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. USB supports hot-swapping...hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Make sure that most peripherals can have wireless connection to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! This allows easy wireless synchronization with infrared-equipped devices or computers. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models)...
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Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to hear audio without additional attachments. ... stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to open the display panel. When opening, do not force the display panel down...
Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to hear audio without additional attachments. ... stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to open the display panel. When opening, do not force the display panel down...
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...to identify the components on this side of devices so that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to flat panel ...devices. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to S-Video adapter for use the supplied power adapter. Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or ...
...to identify the components on this side of devices so that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to flat panel ...devices. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models) The Digital Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to S-Video adapter for use the supplied power adapter. Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or ...
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... RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters... V.90 transfers. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the...
... RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters... V.90 transfers. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the...