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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual OFF ON ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK E3232 / Jun 2007
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual OFF ON ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK E3232 / Jun 2007
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... Table of Contents Table of Contents 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... Control 29 Special Keyboard Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 32 Keyboard as Cursors 32 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
... Table of Contents Table of Contents 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... Control 29 Special Keyboard Functions 30 Colored Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 32 Keyboard as Cursors 32 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ...
Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ...
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Contents Table of Contents (cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Vista Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information
Contents Table of Contents (cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Vista Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your 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.
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your 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.
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...and information for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. WARNING! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Appendix Introduces you ... to use them. Important information that must be followed for special situations. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. ...
...and information for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. WARNING! 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Appendix Introduces you ... to use them. Important information that must be followed for special situations. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. ...
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... on your power adapter complies with any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not place together with small items that your lap or any foreign objects into the... a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the rating. DO NOT place on top and do not...
... on your power adapter complies with any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not place together with small items that your lap or any foreign objects into the... a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the rating. DO NOT place on top and do not...
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...and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. You can... send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on long trips... power is still ON. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use only between and not during transport....
...and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. You can... send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on long trips... power is still ON. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use only between and not during transport....
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Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON OFF ON IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Install the battery ...
Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON OFF ON IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. Install the battery ...
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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 2.
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NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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... or web navigation. 9 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. Do not rotate the camera upward past 35 degrees. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings...
... or web navigation. 9 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. Do not rotate the camera upward past 35 degrees. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. NOTE: 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 THE HEAT...
The bottom of the Notebook PC. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. NOTE: 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 THE HEAT...
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...battery pack secured. Some models feature a ULV design for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 15 End-user removal of the air vents or else overheating may not be ...held in the unlocked position. 3 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in a compartment. Additional memory will automatically lock. Visit an...
...battery pack secured. Some models feature a ULV design for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 15 End-user removal of the air vents or else overheating may not be ...held in the unlocked position. 3 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in a compartment. Additional memory will automatically lock. Visit an...
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... and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to exit the Notebook PC. This new interface is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Make sure that most peripherals can be connected... with previous PCMCIA cards.) 16 IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 45 6 1 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor...
... and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to exit the Notebook PC. This new interface is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. Make sure that most peripherals can be connected... with previous PCMCIA cards.) 16 IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 45 6 1 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor...
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This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The built-in this manual. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 17
This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The built-in this manual. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 17
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...Computer." 4 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to identify the components on each model. 2 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency ...eject is used to the data size transferred. Combo 5 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is being transferred by right clicking...
...Computer." 4 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to identify the components on each model. 2 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency ...eject is used to the data size transferred. Combo 5 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is being transferred by right clicking...
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...! The 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. 8 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable...
...! The 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. 8 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable...
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...include a metal cable and lock that most peripherals can be removed from a fixed object. Some may also include a motion detector to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify ...the components on a single computer, with this jack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is not connected. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB...
...include a metal cable and lock that most peripherals can be removed from a fixed object. Some may also include a motion detector to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify ...the components on a single computer, with this jack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is not connected. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB...