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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E3902 / May 2008
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E3902 / May 2008
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... Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 1. Getting Started Power System...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care...25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options...28 Power Management Modes 29... Switches...33 Knowing the Parts Top Side...12 Bottom Side...15 Left Side...17 Right Side...19 Rear Side...20 Front Side...22 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
... Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 1. Getting Started Power System...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care...25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options...28 Power Management Modes 29... Switches...33 Knowing the Parts Top Side...12 Bottom Side...15 Left Side...17 Right Side...19 Rear Side...20 Front Side...22 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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... System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary...A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-32 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device...38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 41 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 41 Storage Devices...
... System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings A-7 Common Problems and Solutions A-9 Windows Vista Software Recovery A-15 Glossary...A-17 Declarations and Safety Statements A-21 Notebook PC Information A-32 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device...38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 41 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 41 Storage Devices...
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Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 1. Photos and icons in the product itself. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 1. Photos and icons in the product itself. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
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...various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you information on the keyboard; Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to optional accessories and...TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to data, components, or persons. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. These notes have different degrees of in bold are used throughout this...
...various components in < > or [ ] represents a key on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you information on the keyboard; Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to optional accessories and...TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to data, components, or persons. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. These notes have different degrees of in bold are used throughout this...
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...Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with the rating. INPUT RATING: Refer to dirty or dusty environments. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. Do not place together with a dry cloth....on your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT ...
...Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with the rating. INPUT RATING: Refer to dirty or dusty environments. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. Do not place together with a dry cloth....on your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT ...
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...is recommended that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to magnetic wands. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Charge Your Batteries If you want to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines ...(used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on long trips. The Notebook PC's surface is turned OFF to use battery power, be sure to protect the keyboard and display panel. CAUTION! Therefore, you ...
...is recommended that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to magnetic wands. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Charge Your Batteries If you want to prevent scratching of airport security devices: X-ray machines ...(used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on long trips. The Notebook PC's surface is turned OFF to use battery power, be sure to protect the keyboard and display panel. CAUTION! Therefore, you ...
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Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! mation on using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 1 2 3 2 1 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! The ...
Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! mation on using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 1 2 3 2 1 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! The ...
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Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11 Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in the product itself. 11 Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 5 6 7 8 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 5 6 7 8 12
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... rotate the lens upward past 35 degrees. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can only flip through the bottom. Details are provided to clean the display panel. A software...
... rotate the lens upward past 35 degrees. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra-clear flat panel which the keys can only flip through the bottom. Details are provided to clean the display panel. A software...
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Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The battery pack ... Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The bottom side may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM...
Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The battery pack ... Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. The bottom side may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM...
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...or dealers only. 7 Battery Lock - Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in case the Notebook PC is found by others. 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be done ... card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. 5 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be...
...or dealers only. 7 Battery Lock - Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in case the Notebook PC is found by others. 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for compactness and may not be done ... card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. 5 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be...
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...built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts 8 Battery Pack The battery... pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to 56K V.90 transfers. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must ...
...built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. The internal modem supports up to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts 8 Battery Pack The battery... pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to 56K V.90 transfers. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must ...
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... 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 to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB...
... 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 to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB...
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...eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. 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 ... also 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) ...
...eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. 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 ... also 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) ...
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... Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to exit the Notebook PC. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. USB allows many devices... cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of devices so that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on a single ...
... Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to exit the Notebook PC. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. USB allows many devices... cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of devices so that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on a single ...
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... PDAs. Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to the table or else the hinges may break! ...WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to hear audio without additional attachments. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 22 This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo...
... PDAs. Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to the table or else the hinges may break! ...WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to hear audio without additional attachments. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 22 This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo...
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Photos and icons in the product itself. 23 3. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 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 There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.
Photos and icons in the product itself. 23 3. Please accept your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in this manual. 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 There may be differences between your Notebook PC as being correct.