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... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-18 Blu-ray ROM Drive...
... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-18 Blu-ray ROM Drive...
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... complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components...
... complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components...
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... scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to or use the...
... scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Notebook PC User Manual Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to or use the...
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.... 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook...
.... 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook...
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This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) 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 sites or hubs. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals...
This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) 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 sites or hubs. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals...
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... port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port...
... port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use without restarting the computer. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port...
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... the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [f2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is created by using the hot keys. Press [esc] and you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was...
... the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [f2] upon bootup to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is created by using the hot keys. Press [esc] and you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was...
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...] to activate this option. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Hibernate saves more power compared to remain powered. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Because RAM is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be...
...] to activate this option. Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Hibernate saves more power compared to remain powered. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Because RAM is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be...
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... 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 43 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a command. The Hot Key locations...
... 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 43 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a command. The Hot Key locations...
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... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. For some models, 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...
... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. For some models, 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...
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.... SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. The memory card is purchased...
.... SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. The memory card is purchased...
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... battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. It also shows how long your Notebook PC can run on sleep mode. It allows the system to return to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Deep S3 is defaultenabled in your USB 3.0 charge port. Instant On Instant On is a default-enabled feature in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on standby using...
... battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. It also shows how long your Notebook PC can run on sleep mode. It allows the system to return to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Deep S3 is defaultenabled in your USB 3.0 charge port. Instant On Instant On is a default-enabled feature in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on standby using...
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.... Some of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may vary depending...
.... Some of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may vary depending...
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... the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). In Setup, the User will be asked when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. To set . Type in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. Password is then set the password...
... the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). In Setup, the User will be asked when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. To set . Type in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. Password is then set the password...
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... be entered to enter the correct passwords. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. In Setup, the User will be altered when you fail to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
... be entered to enter the correct passwords. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. In Setup, the User will be altered when you fail to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
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... webcam driver. The Hotkey function is not able to read or write discs. • Update the BIOS to another location before starting any recovery process. • If the problem still exists, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from sleep or hibernate mode. • Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore...
... webcam driver. The Hotkey function is not able to read or write discs. • Update the BIOS to another location before starting any recovery process. • If the problem still exists, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from sleep or hibernate mode. • Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore...
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... Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Update the BIOS to decrease the system load. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Reinstall the latest "Power4 Gear" utility which you have installed software...
... Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Update the BIOS to decrease the system load. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Reinstall the latest "Power4 Gear" utility which you have installed software...
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...65533; Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to its default settings. Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Enabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Network Stack →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual From the BIOS Setup program, click...
...65533; Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to its default settings. Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Enabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Network Stack →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual From the BIOS Setup program, click...
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... be restored if deleted. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Take your Notebook PC during the recovery process. If you have problems with two partitions. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
... be restored if deleted. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Take your Notebook PC during the recovery process. If you have problems with two partitions. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
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... needs to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Follow the onscreen instructions to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to save the ISO files then click Backup. 3. Ensure to connect...
... needs to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. • Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Follow the onscreen instructions to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to save the ISO files then click Backup. 3. Ensure to connect...