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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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Contents 1. 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...a Numeric Keypad 31 Keyboard as Cursors 31 Switches and Status Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 ...
Contents 1. 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...a Numeric Keypad 31 Keyboard as Cursors 31 Switches and Status Indicators 31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators 32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 ...
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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. 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
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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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... User's Manual 4. Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and completely. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. < > Text enclosed in order to... that must be followed for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the various components in bold are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. TIP: Tips and...
... User's Manual 4. Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and completely. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. < > Text enclosed in order to... that must be followed for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the various components in bold are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. TIP: Tips and...
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...ON with the rating. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 DO NOT expose to qualified ...personnel. Do not use near the surface. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Follow all servicing to or...
...ON with the rating. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag or blanket. 7 DO NOT expose to qualified ...personnel. Do not use near the surface. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Follow all servicing to or...
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... as it is still ON. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during transport. Remember that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. 8 Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you should turn it from...can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. However, it takes much longer to the connectors. Be aware that it ...
... as it is still ON. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during transport. Remember that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. 8 Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you should turn it from...can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. However, it takes much longer to the connectors. Be aware that it ...
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.... (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the... Notebook PC.) 9 Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick ...
.... (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the... Notebook PC.) 9 Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick ...
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
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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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Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to ...full-sized keys with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can also be used with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing ...
Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to ...full-sized keys with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can also be used with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing ...
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Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in 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! 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.
Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in 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! 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.
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...in a compartment. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC to faster processors in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. Only purchase ...installed. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard ...
...in a compartment. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC to faster processors in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. Only purchase ...installed. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard ...
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... acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus...tray in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-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...
... acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus...tray in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-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...
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...end digital equipment and should be used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is also used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a... devices Combo for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is available to amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch)...
...end digital equipment and should be used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is also used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a... devices Combo for Digital Video port. 7 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can handle up to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is available to amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch)...
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... IrDA networking, you can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating... of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 Make sure that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without a network....Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of...
... IrDA networking, you can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating... of the Notebook PC may occur. 18 Make sure that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without a network....Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of...
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... or else the hinges may break! WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external... stereo headphones or speakers). 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 hear audio without additional attachments.
... or else the hinges may break! WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external... stereo headphones or speakers). 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 hear audio without additional attachments.
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To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to S-Video adapter for standard video devices...Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 23 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for high...-compliant device. 20 Power supplied through this side of devices so that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.
To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to S-Video adapter for standard video devices...Video Interface port is an S-Video connector that most peripherals can choose between simultaneouly or single display. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 23 4 5 67 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for high...-compliant device. 20 Power supplied through this side of devices so that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.
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... 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 Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! The internal modem supports up to sound an alarm ...when moved. 21 These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than...
... 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 Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! The internal modem supports up to sound an alarm ...when moved. 21 These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than...