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... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-20 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-22 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-24 Internal...
... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-20 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-22 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-24 Internal...
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... and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. 6 Notebook PC User Manual
... and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. 6 Notebook PC User Manual
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... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual 7 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove...
... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual 7 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove...
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... no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Visit...
... no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Visit...
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... the computer. 3 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 2 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 24 Notebook PC User Manual
... the computer. 3 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 2 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 24 Notebook PC User Manual
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... circulation such as a permanent part of a new operating system. When the test is not a problem with selections to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is turned ON. IMPORTANT! The POST includes a record of the system. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. Notebook PC User Manual 37
... circulation such as a permanent part of a new operating system. When the test is not a problem with selections to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is turned ON. IMPORTANT! The POST includes a record of the system. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. Notebook PC User Manual 37
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... remain powered. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
... remain powered. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
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...): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in suspend mode...
...): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in suspend mode...
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... in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed Speaker Icons (f10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (f11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models...
... in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed Speaker Icons (f10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (f11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models...
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... of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! SD / MMC IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 61 To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the Windows...
... of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! SD / MMC IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Notebook PC User Manual 61 To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the Windows...
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... provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your dealer for web sites to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc does not include the operating system itself. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working order...
... provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your dealer for web sites to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc does not include the operating system itself. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working order...
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... Setup Utility - Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manag... ] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P2: Windows Boot Manager] [UEFI: USB 2.0 USB...] [USB 2.0 USB Flash] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Add New...
... Setup Utility - Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manag... ] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P2: Windows Boot Manager] [UEFI: USB 2.0 USB...] [USB 2.0 USB Flash] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Add New...
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.... External Ports CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Select an interface you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Intel Version 2.14.1219. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will...
.... External Ports CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Select an interface you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Intel Version 2.14.1219. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will...
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... disc drive is disabled. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD...
... disc drive is disabled. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD...
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... by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. C. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. visit a local service center for repair. B. A. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. IMPORTANT! Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. If none...
... by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. C. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. visit a local service center for repair. B. A. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. IMPORTANT! Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. If none...
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... your system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to un-install them in DOS mode. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be an "Open policy file error" message. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Reinstall the latest version...
... your system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to un-install them in DOS mode. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be an "Open policy file error" message. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Reinstall the latest version...
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... 5. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Follow the instructions shown. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. ASUS Tek. F1: General...
... 5. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Follow the instructions shown. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. ASUS Tek. F1: General...
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... your hard disk drive used to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC to its original working state. IMPORTANT! Partition options: Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". Recovering Your Notebook PC Using Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC's software to an authorized ASUS service center...
... your hard disk drive used to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC to its original working state. IMPORTANT! Partition options: Recover Windows to create a new system partition as drive "C". Recovering Your Notebook PC Using Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC's software to an authorized ASUS service center...
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.... Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. A-20 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Recover Windows to...
.... Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. IMPORTANT! Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. A-20 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Recover Windows to...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-21 Restoring will be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...
... updated drivers and utilities. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-21 Restoring will be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...