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... Automatic Touchpad Disabling 59 Storage Devices 61 Optical Drive...61 Flash Memory Card Reader 65 Hard Disk Drive 66 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...72 Network Connection 72 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 74 Windows Wireless Network Connection 76 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 78 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive...
... Automatic Touchpad Disabling 59 Storage Devices 61 Optical Drive...61 Flash Memory Card Reader 65 Hard Disk Drive 66 Memory (RAM 69 Connections...72 Network Connection 72 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 74 Windows Wireless Network Connection 76 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 78 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive...
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... used throughout this User's Manual. 2. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this guide...
... used throughout this User's Manual. 2. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to the Notebook PC and this guide...
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... shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to strong magnetic...
... shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose to strong magnetic...
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... Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual 17 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. You can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 9 Illuminate Keyboard The illuminate keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can manually increase or decrease the brightness or use...
... Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual 17 8 Status Indicators (top) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. You can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 9 Illuminate Keyboard The illuminate keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can manually increase or decrease the brightness or use...
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... HDMI 1 23 4 5 6 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many flash memory cards. 2 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, 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 order to use memory cards from and write to many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). This Notebook PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader...
... HDMI 1 23 4 5 6 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many flash memory cards. 2 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, 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 order to use memory cards from and write to many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). This Notebook PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader...
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... keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD...
... keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD...
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... digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. 3 Optical Drive The Notebook...
... digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. 3 Optical Drive The Notebook...
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Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 26 Notebook PC User Manual You can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. 4 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is...
Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 26 Notebook PC User Manual You can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. 4 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is...
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... finished, you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you...
... finished, you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you...
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... like LAN needs to activate this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to Sleep. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF...
... like LAN needs to activate this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to Sleep. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Sleep is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF...
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... the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Keyboard Light Up Icon (F4): Increases the keyboard light brightness Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun...
... the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Keyboard Light Up Icon (F4): Increases the keyboard light brightness Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun...
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... can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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 in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from...
... can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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 in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from...
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... change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 65 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal...
... change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 65 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal...
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... hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed...
... hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed...
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Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in ����A��d�v�a�n�c�...
Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in ����A��d�v�a�n�c�...
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... from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try again. 3. Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If updating the BIOS does not...
... from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try again. 3. Update the BIOS to read or write discs. 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If updating the BIOS does not...
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...replacement. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. D. Mechanical Problem - Hardware Problem - IMPORTANT! A. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. C. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
...replacement. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. D. Mechanical Problem - Hardware Problem - IMPORTANT! A. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. C. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Connect...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Connect...
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... setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers...
... setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers...
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... system recovery. 5. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to start to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the...
... system recovery. 5. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Select OK to start to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to restore the...