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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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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 ...as 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 Front ...
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 ...as 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 Front ...
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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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...of in bold are used throughout this guide that you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. ...optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. Getting Started Gives you information on the keyboard; Important information that must...
...of in bold are used throughout this guide that you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. ...optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. Getting Started Gives you information on the keyboard; Important information that must...
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...to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. Do not use near ...the surface. SAFE TEMP: This notebook PC should only be sure that your lap or any materials that will increase the life of electronic products. DO NOT short ...
...to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. Do not use near ...the surface. SAFE TEMP: This notebook PC should only be sure that your lap or any materials that will increase the life of electronic products. DO NOT short ...
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.... Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to fully charge your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport Xray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . Close the display panel and check that the power ... devices used on the airplane. Remember that it is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. 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 do not send your ...
.... Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to fully charge your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport Xray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . Close the display panel and check that the power ... devices used on the airplane. Remember that it is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. 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 do not send your ...
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... may break! Open the Display Panel 4. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the...
... may break! Open the Display Panel 4. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the...
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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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...desktop mouse. Can be used for both hands. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Details are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which provides ... provides full-sized keys with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow you to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in section 3. 8 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be...
...desktop mouse. Can be used for both hands. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Details are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with comfortable travel (depth at which provides ... provides full-sized keys with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow you to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in section 3. 8 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be...
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Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 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 High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! 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.
Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 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 High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! 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.
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... for information on memory upgrades for information on temperature threshold settings. 15 WARNING! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by authorized service centers or dealers only. 3 Battery Lock - Only purchase expansion ... retailers of memory in a compartment. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is installed. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may...
... for information on memory upgrades for information on temperature threshold settings. 15 WARNING! The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by authorized service centers or dealers only. 3 Battery Lock - Only purchase expansion ... retailers of memory in a compartment. 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is installed. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may...
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...The emergency eject is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as specified later in case the electronic eject does not work. 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... many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. USB supports hot-swapping 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...
...The emergency eject is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as specified later in case the electronic eject does not work. 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... many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). See the marketing specifications for opening the tray. USB supports hot-swapping 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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...IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch)...this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is also used in microphone.
...IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch)...this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is also used in microphone.
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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 printers. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on ... vents or else overheating of devices so that most peripherals can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to exit the Notebook PC. Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on a ...
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 printers. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on ... vents or else overheating of devices so that most peripherals can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to exit the Notebook PC. Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) (on a ...
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...sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). 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 the table or else...the display panel. 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.
...sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). 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 the table or else...the display panel. 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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... IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device...(Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as additional plug-in a series up to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to run simultaneously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer...
... IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device...(Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as additional plug-in a series up to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the provided RCA to run simultaneously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer...
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IMPORTANT! 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 internal modem supports up to sound an alarm when moved. 21 The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. ... telephone cable. 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...
IMPORTANT! 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 internal modem supports up to sound an alarm when moved. 21 The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. ... telephone cable. 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...