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... About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...16 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 ...24 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 ... Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Status Indicators 45 Notebook PC User Manual
... About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...16 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 ...24 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 ... Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Status Indicators 45 Notebook PC User Manual
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...selected models 69 USB Charger+...72 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected...and Safety Statements A-26 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-26 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-27 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-27 Notebook PC User Manual
...selected models 69 USB Charger+...72 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected...and Safety Statements A-26 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-26 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-27 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-27 Notebook PC User Manual
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... Service warning label A-34 CDRH Regulations A-34 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-35 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-36 European Union Eco-label A-38 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-39 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-39 Regional Notice for United States of America A-39 Copyright Information A-40 Limitation...
... Service warning label A-34 CDRH Regulations A-34 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-35 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-36 European Union Eco-label A-38 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-39 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-39 Regional Notice for United States of America A-39 Copyright Information A-40 Limitation...
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... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Appendix Introduces you... and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. The actual bundled operating system ...
... Parts Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Appendix Introduces you... and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. The actual bundled operating system ...
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...or drop objects on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove.... Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety Precautions The following...
...or drop objects on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove.... Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Safety Precautions The following...
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...the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other... peripherals. Check local regulations for disposal of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. Incorrect installation of electronic products. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. DO NOT...
...the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as thinners, benzene, or other... peripherals. Check local regulations for disposal of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. Incorrect installation of electronic products. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. DO NOT...
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... volume control as well as the equalizer to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport.Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is turned OFF to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. The hard disk drive's head retracts when... the power is still ON. Notebook PC User Manual Sound Pressure warning Excessive sound pressure from the moving part that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the...
... volume control as well as the equalizer to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport.Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is turned OFF to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. The hard disk drive's head retracts when... the power is still ON. Notebook PC User Manual Sound Pressure warning Excessive sound pressure from the moving part that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the...
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... trips. Remember that it takes much longer to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. Most airlines will allow electronic use . There are three main types of airport security devices: X-...machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is recommended that...
... trips. Remember that it takes much longer to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. Most airlines will allow electronic use . There are three main types of airport security devices: X-...machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is recommended that...
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Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 1 2 3 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 3 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 1 2 3 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 3 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
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Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Turning on the Power 1. Opening the LCD display panel 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle.
Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Turning on the Power 1. Opening the LCD display panel 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle.
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Top Side The keyboard layout differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
Top Side The keyboard layout differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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...Use the switch once to turn ON and once to clean the display panel. 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from suspend mode. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is opened. 6... in the Windows operating system. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use . 4 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The power switch...
...Use the switch once to turn ON and once to clean the display panel. 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from suspend mode. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is opened. 6... in the Windows operating system. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in use plain water if necessary) to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use . 4 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The power switch...
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Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.A softwarecontrolled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. The battery pack size varies depending on model.
Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.A softwarecontrolled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. The battery pack size varies depending on model.
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...inserting the battery pack. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Manual The manual battery lock is in operation or recently been in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The...specifications for this spring lock must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is inserted,it is used to keep the battery pack secured.When the battery pack is not connected. WARNING!
...inserting the battery pack. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Manual The manual battery lock is in operation or recently been in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The...specifications for this spring lock must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is inserted,it is used to keep the battery pack secured.When the battery pack is not connected. WARNING!
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... disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in a compartment. Only purchase expansion modules 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 an authorized service ...center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and ...
... disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in a compartment. Only purchase expansion modules 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 an authorized service ...center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and ...
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...varies by model) The emergency eject is used to be removed from a fixed object.Some may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) ,digital video discs (DVD) and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) and may also include a motion...Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 4 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to eject the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. See the marketing specifications for details on each model. 2 ...
...varies by model) The emergency eject is used to be removed from a fixed object.Some may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) ,digital video discs (DVD) and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) and may also include a motion...Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. 4 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to eject the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. See the marketing specifications for details on each model. 2 ...
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The adapter may become warm to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Power supplied through this jack. Left Side 17" model 1 2 15" model 3 4 5 6 78 1 2 14" model 4 5 3 6 7 9 10 1 2 4 5 3 6 78 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use .
The adapter may become warm to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Power supplied through this jack. Left Side 17" model 1 2 15" model 3 4 5 6 78 1 2 14" model 4 5 3 6 7 9 10 1 2 4 5 3 6 78 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use .
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... monitor, such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with bandwidth to spare to a local network. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any...
... monitor, such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with bandwidth to spare to a local network. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any...
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...many devices to run simultaneously on mode. 8 / Headphone Output / Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC' s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio... devices. This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 22 Notebook PC User Manual 6 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as ...
...many devices to run simultaneously on mode. 8 / Headphone Output / Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC' s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio... devices. This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 22 Notebook PC User Manual 6 USB Port 2.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as ...