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Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories 2 Optional Connections 3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional 4 Operating System and Software 6 System BIOS Settings 7 Common Problems and Solutions 9 Windows Vista Software Recovery 15 Glossary 17 Declarations and Safety Statements 21 Notebook PC Information 32
Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories 2 Optional Connections 3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional 4 Operating System and Software 6 System BIOS Settings 7 Common Problems and Solutions 9 Windows Vista Software Recovery 15 Glossary 17 Declarations and Safety Statements 21 Notebook PC Information 32
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...Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is secured in the system and configures accordingly. The BIOS au- Only purchase ex- Visit an authorized service center or retailer for additional memory. There is no hardware or software (including... BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on selected...
...Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is secured in the system and configures accordingly. The BIOS au- Only purchase ex- Visit an authorized service center or retailer for additional memory. There is no hardware or software (including... BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for information on selected...
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... by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. You must be used . Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. The battery pack's useful life will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the battery be purchased from an...
... by using power management features through a Notebook PC retailer. You must be used . Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. The battery pack's useful life will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the battery be purchased from an...
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...running a software disk checking utility, you should be seen. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after running BIOS Setup. The POST includes a record of a new operating system. Continued use may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If ...Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. To run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer ...
...running a software disk checking utility, you should be seen. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after running BIOS Setup. The POST includes a record of a new operating system. Continued use may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If ...Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. To run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer ...
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... are turned OFF. The power management features are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your work , your current data and status in the BIOS Setup. You can be periodically refreshed and power consumption is not in this mode. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can also use by pressing...
... are turned OFF. The power management features are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your work , your current data and status in the BIOS Setup. You can be periodically refreshed and power consumption is not in this mode. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can also use by pressing...
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There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) 47 Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. .... Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Memory Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook...
There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) 47 Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. .... Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Memory Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook...
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...Each individual TPM on each TPM: hashing, random number generation, asymmetric key generation, and asymmetric encryption/decryption. Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). TPM helps provide security that can provide overall system security, file protection capabilities and protect ... TPM, when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that further enhances its trust/security effectiveness. Use BIOS setup to enable it is useful as a security device. TPM Applications TPM is useful for encryption. Clearing TPM Secured Data When...
...Each individual TPM on each TPM: hashing, random number generation, asymmetric key generation, and asymmetric encryption/decryption. Enabling TPM Security Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). TPM helps provide security that can provide overall system security, file protection capabilities and protect ... TPM, when bundled with an optional security software package, can be stronger than that further enhances its trust/security effectiveness. Use BIOS setup to enable it is useful as a security device. TPM Applications TPM is useful for encryption. Clearing TPM Secured Data When...
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... at least two fingers to setup the fingerprint registration. Select "Fingerprints" and click Next. Swipe the corresponding finger on the diagram. Click Next. 3. enabled in BIOS (see Appendix). These 1.3M PIXELS instructions will automatically start when TPM is 2. 4 Using the Notebook PC Fingerprint Registration (on selected models) The fingerprint scanner can...
... at least two fingers to setup the fingerprint registration. Select "Fingerprints" and click Next. Swipe the corresponding finger on the diagram. Click Next. 3. enabled in BIOS (see Appendix). These 1.3M PIXELS instructions will automatically start when TPM is 2. 4 Using the Notebook PC Fingerprint Registration (on selected models) The fingerprint scanner can...
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A- Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 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.
A- Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 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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... vary depending on the installed operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. A- The...
... vary depending on the installed operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to provide additional software not included as part of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. A- The...
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Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. To clear the password: 2. Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set. 2. A- Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Password is then cleared. Security Setting 1. System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1.
Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. To clear the password: 2. Re-type the password and press [Enter]. 1. Leave the password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then set. 2. A- Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Password is then cleared. Security Setting 1. System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1.
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If you want to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. A- You must save changes to keep your configuration settings, you want to keep the manufacture default settings. A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to have in the BIOS setup utility. Save Changes If you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup).
If you want to restore default settings, choose Load Manufacture Defaults. A- You must save changes to keep your configuration settings, you want to keep the manufacture default settings. A Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check User Access Level Select whether to have in the BIOS setup utility. Save Changes If you must then save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup).
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...center and ask an engineer for assistance. A- A. Hardware Problem - Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the following website: http://member.asus.com/login.aspx?SLanguage=en-us 2. If not the case, try again. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Try reinstalling...not damage the battery pack if it for assistance. Unknown Reason - Common Problems and Solutions A Appendix Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to see if there are any problems. 2. System Unstable Cannot ...
...center and ask an engineer for assistance. A- A. Hardware Problem - Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the following website: http://member.asus.com/login.aspx?SLanguage=en-us 2. If not the case, try again. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Try reinstalling...not damage the battery pack if it for assistance. Unknown Reason - Common Problems and Solutions A Appendix Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to see if there are any problems. 2. System Unstable Cannot ...
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... only? (Y = 2, N = 4) 2. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. A. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. Problem might be caused by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. D. Battery problem; FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If none of the above...
... only? (Y = 2, N = 4) 2. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. A. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) 7. Problem might be caused by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. D. Battery problem; FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If none of the above...
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... - A. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with your problem. Try to solve your system. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your system for assistance. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to un-install them... in DOS mode. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. Unknown Reason - A-11 ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with white text appears after purchase, ...
... - A. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with your problem. Try to solve your system. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your system for assistance. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to un-install them... in DOS mode. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. Unknown Reason - A-11 ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with white text appears after purchase, ...
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... model and download the latest BIOS file for your BIOS. d. Click Flash to a temporary location (such as the root in your Driver & Utility CD that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file, press [F2] to update your model from the ASUS website. 2. Then select Save... and Exit and reboot the system again. You can be found in C:\) 4. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Extract the BIOS file to initialize the BIOS updating procedure. Confirm the selected BIOS information. A-12 The BIOS flash procedure is now complete....
... model and download the latest BIOS file for your BIOS. d. Click Flash to a temporary location (such as the root in your Driver & Utility CD that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file, press [F2] to update your model from the ASUS website. 2. Then select Save... and Exit and reboot the system again. You can be found in C:\) 4. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Extract the BIOS file to initialize the BIOS updating procedure. Confirm the selected BIOS information. A-12 The BIOS flash procedure is now complete....
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BIOS parameters can have one of two values: 0 or 1. Boot Boot means to turn ON your system (or computer), it means to start the computer operating ... 51.7 1.0 A 44.6 1.16 A 38.9 1.32 A 34.1 1.51 A 30.2 1.70 A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is used by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be current or complete. "Reboot" means to copy a new BIOS file into the computer's read-only memory. The BIOS instructions are built into the EEPROM. Byte (Binary Term...
BIOS parameters can have one of two values: 0 or 1. Boot Boot means to turn ON your system (or computer), it means to start the computer operating ... 51.7 1.0 A 44.6 1.16 A 38.9 1.32 A 34.1 1.51 A 30.2 1.70 A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is used by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be current or complete. "Reboot" means to copy a new BIOS file into the computer's read-only memory. The BIOS instructions are built into the EEPROM. Byte (Binary Term...
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... trustworthy. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. The end connectors are called a straightthrough Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE). UltraDMA/66 or 100 UltraDMA/66 or 100 are put in their lowest active...
... trustworthy. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. The end connectors are called a straightthrough Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE). UltraDMA/66 or 100 UltraDMA/66 or 100 are put in their lowest active...
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.... Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer Location Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS Version Date Accessories Accessories Software Operating System:___________Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Security Supervisor Name Supervisor Password User Name...
.... Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer Location Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS Version Date Accessories Accessories Software Operating System:___________Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Software Version Serial Number Security Supervisor Name Supervisor Password User Name...