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... 4. Contents Status Indicators 35 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 52 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional A-4 Operating 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
... 4. Contents Status Indicators 35 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 52 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional A-4 Operating 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
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...to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 16 When the battery pack is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is inserted, it will automatically lock. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will ...information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in a compartment. Spring The spring battery lock is used to be upgraded. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Some models feature...
...to allow upgrading to faster processors in the unlocked position. 16 When the battery pack is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is inserted, it will automatically lock. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will ...information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in a compartment. Spring The spring battery lock is used to be upgraded. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Some models feature...
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... . The battery pack's useful life will provide several hours of working data. Because batteries also have a shelf life, it can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the...
... . The battery pack's useful life will provide several hours of working data. Because batteries also have a shelf life, it can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the...
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...Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is not a problem with an operating system. This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program. This indicates that controls the POST is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is ...Test (POST). The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's architecture. IMPORTANT! Press [ESC] and you will reduce air circulation such as the BIOS version can also select "Scan ... DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is used to boot from your Notebook PC in data loss....
...Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is not a problem with an operating system. This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program. This indicates that controls the POST is correctly detected and ready for the installation of the Notebook PC's test routine and is ...Test (POST). The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's architecture. IMPORTANT! Press [ESC] and you will reduce air circulation such as the BIOS version can also select "Scan ... DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is used to boot from your Notebook PC in data loss....
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... settings are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. By doing this mode.) Thermal Power Control There are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status on demand...
... settings are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are made through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. By doing this mode.) Thermal Power Control There are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your current data and status on demand...
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... is the most delicate component and will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized... drives. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 (This is only an example.) 46 (This is only an example. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is dropped.
... is the most delicate component and will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized... drives. Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 (This is only an example.) 46 (This is only an example. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is dropped.
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...computer system has a unique signature initialized during the silicon manufacturing process that is interested in the system BIOS, operating system, or any customer that further enhances its trust/security effectiveness. Use BIOS setup to clear all data secured by the following cryptographic capabilities of security to see the security ... when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that an help avoid attacks by default. Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). Use should routinely backup your TPM security data.
...computer system has a unique signature initialized during the silicon manufacturing process that is interested in the system BIOS, operating system, or any customer that further enhances its trust/security effectiveness. Use BIOS setup to clear all data secured by the following cryptographic capabilities of security to see the security ... when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that an help avoid attacks by default. Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). Use should routinely backup your TPM security data.
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Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. A-1
Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. A-1
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... the original operating system installed on the territory. A recovery disc is necessary even if your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. A-6 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc...
... the original operating system installed on the territory. A recovery disc is necessary even if your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. A-6 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc...
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Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Security Setting 1. Password is then set. 2. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is then cleared. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1. To clear the password: 2. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. A-7 Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4.
Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Security Setting 1. Password is then set. 2. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is then cleared. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1. To clear the password: 2. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. A-7 Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4.
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You must save changes to keep your configuration settings, you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If you want to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup). A-8 A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to keep the manufacture default settings. Save Changes If you want to have in the BIOS setup utility.
You must save changes to keep your configuration settings, you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If you want to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup). A-8 A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to keep the manufacture default settings. Save Changes If you want to have in the BIOS setup utility.
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... case, try again. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Check "Device Manager" to solve the problem. 3. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your system using it for a long time. Unknown Reason - Do NOT remove the... contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Battery Battery maintenance. 1. Register the Notebook PC for assistance. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to prevent damage caused by the accidental power loss. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or ...
... case, try again. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Check "Device Manager" to solve the problem. 3. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your system using it for a long time. Unknown Reason - Do NOT remove the... contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Battery Battery maintenance. 1. Register the Notebook PC for assistance. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to prevent damage caused by the accidental power loss. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or ...
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...OS? (Y = B, N = A) 4. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. If you have many applications running (see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. Adapter problem; D. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? Specification, function, price How to protect ...location before recovering.) (CAUTION: Do not connect to see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. You will see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Power On by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. Problem caused by some viruses, use...
...OS? (Y = B, N = A) 4. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. If you have many applications running (see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. Adapter problem; D. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? Specification, function, price How to protect ...location before recovering.) (CAUTION: Do not connect to see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. You will see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Power On by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. Problem caused by some viruses, use...
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... Remove additional memory. Try to incompatible memory. 2. Update the BIOS to the latest version with your data to another location before recovering.) (CAUTION: Do not connect to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. If problem still cannot be recognized.) 6. Blue screen ... Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your system for assistance. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from viruses.) (NOTE: Make sure that you install the "Intel INF ...
... Remove additional memory. Try to incompatible memory. 2. Update the BIOS to the latest version with your data to another location before recovering.) (CAUTION: Do not connect to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. If problem still cannot be recognized.) 6. Blue screen ... Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your system for assistance. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from viruses.) (NOTE: Make sure that you install the "Intel INF ...
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...Follow the instructions shown. A-12 Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your BIOS. Use the "WINFLASH" utility to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot-up. b. Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system ... temporary location (such as the root in your Driver & Utility CD that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file, press [F2] to update your model from the ASUS website. 2. Select the new BIOS image file. c. e. Reboot the system. Assuming that came with your Notebook PC. 3. You can be...
...Follow the instructions shown. A-12 Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your BIOS. Use the "WINFLASH" utility to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot-up. b. Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system ... temporary location (such as the root in your Driver & Utility CD that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file, press [F2] to update your model from the ASUS website. 2. Select the new BIOS image file. c. e. Reboot the system. Assuming that came with your Notebook PC. 3. You can be...
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..., punctuation mark, or other symbol. AWG (American Wire Gauge) This table is for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. The BIOS can have one of eight contiguous bits. will reboot your computer. Byte (Binary Term) One byte is used as memory, disks, and the ...display adapter. A bit can be used to start the computer operating system by the user through the BIOS Setup program. When using the provided utility to restart your system (or computer), it into system memory. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows...
..., punctuation mark, or other symbol. AWG (American Wire Gauge) This table is for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. The BIOS can have one of eight contiguous bits. will reboot your computer. Byte (Binary Term) One byte is used as memory, disks, and the ...display adapter. A bit can be used to start the computer operating system by the user through the BIOS Setup program. When using the provided utility to restart your system (or computer), it into system memory. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows...
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... rates. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. The time-out setting of both rising edge and falling edge. A-20 A Appendix Glossary (Cont.) Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save...
... rates. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. The time-out setting of both rising edge and falling edge. A-20 A Appendix Glossary (Cont.) Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save...
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.... Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer Location Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS Version Date Accessories Accessories Software Operating System:___________Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Security Supervisor Name Supervisor Password User Name...
.... Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer Location Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS Version Date Accessories Accessories Software Operating System:___________Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Security Supervisor Name Supervisor Password User Name...