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... Touchpad 58 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 58 Storage Devices 60 Optical Drive ...60 Flash Memory Card Reader 64 Hard Disk Drive 65 Memory (RAM 68 Connections...70 Network Connection 70 Wireless LAN Connection 72 Windows Wireless Network Connection 74 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 76 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 Creating a RAID Set...
... Touchpad 58 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 58 Storage Devices 60 Optical Drive ...60 Flash Memory Card Reader 64 Hard Disk Drive 65 Memory (RAM 68 Connections...70 Network Connection 70 Wireless LAN Connection 72 Windows Wireless Network Connection 74 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 76 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 Creating a RAID Set...
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... display panel. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual...
... display panel. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. 1 Battery Lock - Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 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...
... hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. 1 Battery Lock - Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 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...
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... hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB Charger+ (on selected models) The feature allows you to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to run simultaneously on mode. 2 USB Port 3.0 Notebook PC User Manual 19
... hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB Charger+ (on selected models) The feature allows you to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to run simultaneously on mode. 2 USB Port 3.0 Notebook PC User Manual 19
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... Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in microphone.
... Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in microphone.
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... that is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! This record is powered ON with an operating system. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. If necessary, you receive the Notebook PC. If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
... that is created by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! This record is powered ON with an operating system. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. If necessary, you receive the Notebook PC. If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
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... certain wake-up components like LAN needs to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this option. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Hibernate is the same as...
... certain wake-up components like LAN needs to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this option. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Hibernate is the same as...
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... e display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Follow the icons instead of the function keys. f1 f2 fn f3 Keyf4boarf5d Ligfh6 t Dof7wn Icf8 on sleep button setting in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The Hot Key locations on...
... e display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Follow the icons instead of the function keys. f1 f2 fn f3 Keyf4boarf5d Ligfh6 t Dof7wn Icf8 on sleep button setting in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The Hot Key locations on...
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... Windows OS) fn Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work...
... Windows OS) fn Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work...
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...-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. MMC / SD MS IMPORTANT! WARNING! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 64 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
...-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. MMC / SD MS IMPORTANT! WARNING! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 64 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility...
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...order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all popular operating systems including those that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software...
...order. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all popular operating systems including those that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software...
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... press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. If ONLY the Administrator's password is then cleared. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1...
... press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. If ONLY the Administrator's password is then cleared. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1...
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HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is then set. • The HDD Password can only be altered when you log in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Password is a power on the Notebook...
HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is then set. • The HDD Password can only be altered when you log in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Password is a power on the Notebook...
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... driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Unknown Reason - A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to another location before recovering...
... driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Unknown Reason - A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Update the BIOS to another location before recovering...
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... backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. D. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? visit a local service center for repair. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Hardware Problem - IMPORTANT! Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
... backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. D. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? visit a local service center for repair. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Hardware Problem - IMPORTANT! Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
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... POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
... POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download...
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... only limits access to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Lock the secondary hard disk drive: For models installed two hard disk drives, you have Administrator rights. Press [F2] on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O Interface Security and press [Enter]. Recover Windows to complete...
... only limits access to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Lock the secondary hard disk drive: For models installed two hard disk drives, you have Administrator rights. Press [F2] on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O Interface Security and press [Enter]. Recover Windows to complete...
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... optical drive and click Start to save the configuration and exit. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Select SATA 2nd HDD Interface and set it to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! 3. Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Security I/O Interface Security LAN Network Interface Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface Lock Unlock If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
... optical drive and click Start to save the configuration and exit. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Select SATA 2nd HDD Interface and set it to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! 3. Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Security I/O Interface Security LAN Network Interface Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface Lock Unlock If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
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... unlock the secondary hard disk drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring...
... unlock the secondary hard disk drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring...
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...data in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Device Options Settings Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] VT-d [Enabled] Performance Tuning SATA Configuration Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Network Stack : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To do this setup. Creating a RAID Set RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the entire system. Two hard disks perform the same work as it...
...data in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Device Options Settings Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] VT-d [Enabled] Performance Tuning SATA Configuration Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Network Stack : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To do this setup. Creating a RAID Set RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to the entire system. Two hard disks perform the same work as it...
