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... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-20 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-22 Internal...
... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-20 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-22 Internal...
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... this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. The following are used throughout this manual. Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of importance as being correct. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives...
... this guide, allowing you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual: 1. The following are used throughout this manual. Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of importance as being correct. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives...
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... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
... NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
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...) process. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities...
...) process. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities...
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... Notebook PC User Manual Right Side 12 3 4 56 7 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Using this feature for video conferencing...
... Notebook PC User Manual Right Side 12 3 4 56 7 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in sites or hubs. Using this feature for video conferencing...
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..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on a single cable. Notebook PC User Manual 23 5 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) 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...
..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on a single cable. Notebook PC User Manual 23 5 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) 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...
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... 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that will reduce air circulation such as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! This...
... 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that will reduce air circulation such as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture.The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! This...
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... hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Hibernate saves more power compared to be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF. By doing this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Sleep...
... hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Hibernate saves more power compared to be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF. By doing this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Sleep...
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... command. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys (on selected models) The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Follow the icons instead...
... command. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys (on selected models) The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Follow the icons instead...
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... built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator 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 Windows OS...
... built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. (on selected models) Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator 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 Windows OS...
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... reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies...
... reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! To prevent data loss, use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies...
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... support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your retailer if you require such a solution. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part...
... support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Contact your retailer if you require such a solution. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as part...
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...NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Password is then set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field...
...NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Password is then set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Password is only asked for when entering Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field...
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... Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual...
... Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem - A. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD...
... User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem - A. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD...
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..., use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. IMPORTANT! A. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Mechanical Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. You...
..., use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. IMPORTANT! A. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Mechanical Problem - A-12 Notebook PC User Manual You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. You...
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... and update BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset 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...
... and update BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset 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...
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Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with recovery DVD. 1. Using Recovery DVD (on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Recover Windows to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for when entering Setup. Press [F2] on bootup to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing...
Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with recovery DVD. 1. Using Recovery DVD (on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Recover Windows to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for when entering Setup. Press [F2] on bootup to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing...
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... Setup Utility - Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. IMPORTANT! According to complete creating the recovery DVD. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Remove the external hard disk drive...
... Setup Utility - Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. IMPORTANT! According to complete creating the recovery DVD. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Remove the external hard disk drive...
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... cause recovery failure. Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Follow the previous section to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on selected models. Select OK to start to back up all your hard drive. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...
... cause recovery failure. Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Follow the previous section to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on selected models. Select OK to start to back up all your hard drive. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed...