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... selected territories 56 Media Center Remote Controller (on selected models 57 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 Contents Table of Contents...
... selected territories 56 Media Center Remote Controller (on selected models 57 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 Contents Table of Contents...
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...the unlocked position. 15 Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Additional memory will automatically lock. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Small ...1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is not connected. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades...
...the unlocked position. 15 Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Additional memory will automatically lock. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Small ...1 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is not connected. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades...
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... not have its battery pack installed. The battery pack's useful life will shorten the life of battery life, which can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. But in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC...
... not have its battery pack installed. The battery pack's useful life will shorten the life of battery life, which can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. But in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC...
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...the POST is installed as a carrying bag. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after running BIOS Setup. Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup after turning OFF...as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is given during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can also select "Scan ... If you need to run slower. 3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC...
...the POST is installed as a carrying bag. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after running BIOS Setup. Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup after turning OFF...as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is given during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can also select "Scan ... If you need to run slower. 3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC...
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... upper limit. • The system shut down half way or email typed half way) will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is not in the BIOS Setup. "Shut Down" will blink in this mode.) Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. Sleep...
... upper limit. • The system shut down half way or email typed half way) will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is not in the BIOS Setup. "Shut Down" will blink in this mode.) Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. Sleep...
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.... Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. This is only an example.) Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card...
.... Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. This is only an example.) Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card...
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... encryption/decryption. The TPM, when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that contained in the system BIOS, operating system, or any customer that is interested in providing an addition layer of each individual computer system has a unique signature... during the silicon manufacturing process that an help avoid attacks by TPM. (You have an Owner before it . Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). On Security page, set TPM Security to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. 4 Using ...
... encryption/decryption. The TPM, when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that contained in the system BIOS, operating system, or any customer that is interested in providing an addition layer of each individual computer system has a unique signature... during the silicon manufacturing process that an help avoid attacks by TPM. (You have an Owner before it . Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). On Security page, set TPM Security to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. 4 Using ...
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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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... installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities...
... installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities...
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On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Password is then cleared. Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. To clear the password: 2. Password is then set. 2. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting 1. A-7 System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1.
On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Password is then cleared. Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. To clear the password: 2. Password is then set. 2. Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting 1. A-7 System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1.
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Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you want to keep the manufacture default settings. A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to have in the BIOS setup utility. You must save changes to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. If you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. A-8 Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup).
Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you want to keep the manufacture default settings. A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to have in the BIOS setup utility. You must save changes to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. If you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. A-8 Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup).
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.... Hardware Problem - Check "Device Manager" to solve the problem. 3. Register the Notebook PC for assistance. A. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to prevent over-charging so it will not be using the recovery partition or DVD. (NOTE: You must backup all your local service center ...the problem is strongly recommended that you will not damage the battery pack if it for assistance. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to ...
.... Hardware Problem - Check "Device Manager" to solve the problem. 3. Register the Notebook PC for assistance. A. Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to prevent over-charging so it will not be using the recovery partition or DVD. (NOTE: You must backup all your local service center ...the problem is strongly recommended that you will not damage the battery pack if it for assistance. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to ...
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.... visit a local service center for assistance. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If you have many applications running (see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You will see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) Hardware Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB...
.... visit a local service center for assistance. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If you have many applications running (see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You will see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) Hardware Problem - The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB...
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If the problem still exist, contact your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. (IMPORTANT:... Safe Mode. 3. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to protect yourself from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your local service center and ask an engineer for viruses. 4. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from viruses.) (NOTE: Make sure that hardware devices can be compatible ...
If the problem still exist, contact your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. (IMPORTANT:... Safe Mode. 3. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to protect yourself from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your local service center and ask an engineer for viruses. 4. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from viruses.) (NOTE: Make sure that hardware devices can be compatible ...
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... and choose Load Manufacture Defaults. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH a. Click Exit when procedure completes. Reboot the system. The BIOS flash procedure is now complete. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Confirm the selected BIOS information. Click Flash to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot-up. A Appendix Software Problem - Please...
... and choose Load Manufacture Defaults. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH a. Click Exit when procedure completes. Reboot the system. The BIOS flash procedure is now complete. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Confirm the selected BIOS information. Click Flash to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot-up. A Appendix Software Problem - Please...
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...to turn ON your computer. When using the provided utility to restart your computer. A-17 "Reboot" means to copy a new BIOS file into system memory. Byte (Binary Term) One byte is for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. Gauge ...60.7 850 51.7 1.0 A 44.6 1.16 A 38.9 1.32 A 34.1 1.51 A 30.2 1.70 A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is used to be configured by the computer. The BIOS can be current or complete. will reboot your computer. Glossary A Appendix ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern...
...to turn ON your computer. When using the provided utility to restart your computer. A-17 "Reboot" means to copy a new BIOS file into system memory. Byte (Binary Term) One byte is for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. Gauge ...60.7 850 51.7 1.0 A 44.6 1.16 A 38.9 1.32 A 34.1 1.51 A 30.2 1.70 A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is used to be configured by the computer. The BIOS can be current or complete. will reboot your computer. Glossary A Appendix ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern...
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... and is used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is a hardware-based solution that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. If connecting two computers together without having to install drivers or reboot. UltraDMA/66 or 100 UltraDMA/66 or 100 are put in STR...
... and is used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is a hardware-based solution that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. If connecting two computers together without having to install drivers or reboot. UltraDMA/66 or 100 UltraDMA/66 or 100 are put in STR...
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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 ...