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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E2915 / Oct 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E2915 / Oct 2006
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Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 Special ... models 33 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19 Front Side 20 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1.
Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 Special ... models 33 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19 Front Side 20 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1.
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 36 Support Software 36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 36 Pointing Device 37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... 49 Power State Summary 50 Thermal Power Control 50 Stand by and Hibernate 51 Appendix Optional Accessories 54 Glossary 56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 70
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 36 Support Software 36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 36 Pointing Device 37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring ... 49 Power State Summary 50 Thermal Power Control 50 Stand by and Hibernate 51 Appendix Optional Accessories 54 Glossary 56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 70
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC
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...that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. WARNING! Getting Started Gives you should be aware of in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] ...tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this guide...
...that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. WARNING! Getting Started Gives you should be aware of in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < > or [ ] ...tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this guide...
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...of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with any materials that will increase the life of the Notebook PC and be used in order to or use the modem during a gas leak. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO ...uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT place or drop objects on the bottom of the Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with a dry cloth. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other...
...of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with any materials that will increase the life of the Notebook PC and be used in order to or use the modem during a gas leak. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO ...uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT place or drop objects on the bottom of the Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with a dry cloth. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other...
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... battery pack as long as it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to magnetic wands. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . You...if you want to the connectors. Close the display panel and check that you intend to use . Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Therefore, you should turn it is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to prevent scratching of...
... battery pack as long as it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to magnetic wands. Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . You...if you want to the connectors. Close the display panel and check that you intend to use . Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Therefore, you should turn it is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to prevent scratching of...
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... Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening...
... Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed informa- Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening...
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 12 5 6 7 8 (continued on this side of the Notebook PC.
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 12 5 6 7 8 (continued on this side of the Notebook PC.
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... provides full-sized keys with video conferencing and other interactive applications. Can be auto-activated by supported software. 2 Multi-Position Camera (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can only flip through the bottom. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the...
... provides full-sized keys with video conferencing and other interactive applications. Can be auto-activated by supported software. 2 Multi-Position Camera (on the eyes. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can only flip through the bottom. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the...
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... LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 (continued 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 appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may...
... LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 (continued 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 appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may...
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... and must be purchased as a single unit. 15 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Name Card Holder The Notebook PC has a name card holder glued to the bottom of the Notebook PC to hold identification information on memory upgrades for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the ... may not be pressed with a straightened paper clip to faster processors in a compartment. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the...
... and must be purchased as a single unit. 15 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Name Card Holder The Notebook PC has a name card holder glued to the bottom of the Notebook PC to hold identification information on memory upgrades for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the ... may not be pressed with a straightened paper clip to faster processors in a compartment. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the...
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... Bluetooth (selected models). The internal modem supports up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in a series up to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives,...modem port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 OFF ON EXPRESS 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is smaller than the RJ-11...
... Bluetooth (selected models). The internal modem supports up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in a series up to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives,...modem port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 OFF ON EXPRESS 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is smaller than the RJ-11...
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.../34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. 2 Knowing the Parts 5 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. This new interface is faster by ... used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used in speakers...
.../34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. 2 Knowing the Parts 5 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. This new interface is faster by ... used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used in speakers...
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...eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in various models 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. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows™ "My Computer." 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to...
...eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in various models 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. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in Windows™ "My Computer." 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to...
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...Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power...to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected ...
...Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power...to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected ...
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...Panel Button Press the display panel button to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in this manual. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Never lift ...MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in order to open the display panel. WARNING! Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory ...
...Panel Button Press the display panel button to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in this manual. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Never lift ...MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in order to open the display panel. WARNING! Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory ...
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Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21 3.
Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21 3.