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A S U S . C O M E1955 / Jan 2005 Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual W W W .
A S U S . C O M E1955 / Jan 2005 Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual W W W .
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... dalla fabbrica. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German) ADVARSELI! These regulations apply to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Safety Statements Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation.
... dalla fabbrica. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German) ADVARSELI! These regulations apply to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Safety Statements Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation.
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... block the fan vents! Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of the body while the Notebook PC is turned ON or is charging in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety Statements Safety Statements The following safety precautions...the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. Do not place together...
... block the fan vents! Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of the body while the Notebook PC is turned ON or is charging in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety Statements Safety Statements The following safety precautions...the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. Do not place together...
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...keyboard and display panel. NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. Airplane Precautions Contact your Notebook PC. Most airlines will have restrictions for . There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Be ...careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your airline if you want to magnetic wands. 5 However, it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Safety ...
...keyboard and display panel. NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. Airplane Precautions Contact your Notebook PC. Most airlines will have restrictions for . There are three main types of the hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Be ...careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your airline if you want to magnetic wands. 5 However, it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Safety ...
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Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 6
Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 6
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...adapters or batteries supplied by an authorized service provider. WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other devices to reduce the risk of this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT). Safety Statements UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (...found in the glossary at the end of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. There may result in products. Notebook PC Optical Drive Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). These batteries ...
...adapters or batteries supplied by an authorized service provider. WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other devices to reduce the risk of this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT). Safety Statements UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (...found in the glossary at the end of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. There may result in products. Notebook PC Optical Drive Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). These batteries ...
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...Microsoft Windows™ Keys 38 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 39 Keyboard as Cursors 39 8 Introducing the Notebook PC 11 About This User's Manual 12 Notes For This Manual 12 Preparing your Notebook PC 13 2. Getting Started 25 Using the Battery Pack 26 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 26... Charging the Battery Pack 27 Battery Care ...27 Operating Systems 27 Support Software 27 Power Connection ...28 Powering ON The Notebook PC 29 The Power-On Self Test (POST 29 Power Management - Knowing the Parts 15 Top Side ...16 Bottom Side ...18 Left Side...
...Microsoft Windows™ Keys 38 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 39 Keyboard as Cursors 39 8 Introducing the Notebook PC 11 About This User's Manual 12 Notes For This Manual 12 Preparing your Notebook PC 13 2. Getting Started 25 Using the Battery Pack 26 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 26... Charging the Battery Pack 27 Battery Care ...27 Operating Systems 27 Support Software 27 Power Connection ...28 Powering ON The Notebook PC 29 The Power-On Self Test (POST 29 Power Management - Knowing the Parts 15 Top Side ...16 Bottom Side ...18 Left Side...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 41 Pointing Device ...42 Using the Touchpad 42 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 43 Caring for the Touchpad 44 Optical Drive ...45 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ... 53 Charging the Battery Pack 53 Using Battery Power 55 Power Management Modes 55 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 55 ACPI ...55 Suspend Mode ...55 Notebook PC Upgrades 57 System Memory Expansion 57 Hard Disk Drive Upgrades 57 Processor Upgrades 57 9
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 41 Pointing Device ...42 Using the Touchpad 42 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 43 Caring for the Touchpad 44 Optical Drive ...45 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ... 53 Charging the Battery Pack 53 Using Battery Power 55 Power Management Modes 55 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 55 ACPI ...55 Suspend Mode ...55 Notebook PC Upgrades 57 System Memory Expansion 57 Hard Disk Drive Upgrades 57 Processor Upgrades 57 9
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Contents Appendix ...59 Optional Accessories 60 USB Hub (Optional 60 USB 2.0 Slim Combo Drive (Optional 60 Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB (Optional 61 USB Flash Memory (Optional 61 USB Communication Cable (Optional 61 USB Floppy Disk Drive (Optional 62 USB Keyboard & Mouse (Optional 62 Optional Connections 63 Monitor Out Connection 63 External Audio Connections 63 IEEE1394 Connection 64 Printer Connection 64 DVD-ROM Drive Information 65 Internal Modem Compliancy 66 Glossary ...68 Notebook PC Information 74 10
Contents Appendix ...59 Optional Accessories 60 USB Hub (Optional 60 USB 2.0 Slim Combo Drive (Optional 60 Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB (Optional 61 USB Flash Memory (Optional 61 USB Communication Cable (Optional 61 USB Floppy Disk Drive (Optional 62 USB Keyboard & Mouse (Optional 62 Optional Connections 63 Monitor Out Connection 63 External Audio Connections 63 IEEE1394 Connection 64 Printer Connection 64 DVD-ROM Drive Information 65 Internal Modem Compliancy 66 Glossary ...68 Notebook PC Information 74 10
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Preparing your Notebook PC 11 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Preparing your Notebook PC 11 1.
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... you should be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! Notes For This Manual This User's Manual was created using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The body text type used throughout this User's Manuals: 1. TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation... You are "Helvetica" (MAC) or "Arial" (Windows™). This User's Manual provides information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the various components in order to optional accessories and gives additional information. do not actually type the ...
... you should be aware of importance as described below: WARNING! Notes For This Manual This User's Manual was created using the Notebook PC's components. 5. The body text type used throughout this User's Manuals: 1. TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation... You are "Helvetica" (MAC) or "Arial" (Windows™). This User's Manual provides information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the various components in order to optional accessories and gives additional information. do not actually type the ...
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... Press the display release button, lift the display panel with one hand while holding the system portion with your Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 2 1 (1) Insert the battery pack until it clicks into an electrical outlet (110V - 240V) (1) Connect this button can also... the DC Power Plug (2) Plug the "AC Power Cord" into place. (2) Slide both Battery Release tabs to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. 13 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your other hand. Read the later pages for using your...
... Press the display release button, lift the display panel with one hand while holding the system portion with your Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 2 1 (1) Insert the battery pack until it clicks into an electrical outlet (110V - 240V) (1) Connect this button can also... the DC Power Plug (2) Plug the "AC Power Cord" into place. (2) Slide both Battery Release tabs to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. 13 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your other hand. Read the later pages for using your...
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... Button Microphone Power Switch Keyboard Status Indicators Touchpad Display Panel Release Status Indicators (when display panel closed . The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of the Notebook PC. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. Status indicator details are light...
... Button Microphone Power Switch Keyboard Status Indicators Touchpad Display Panel Release Status Indicators (when display panel closed . The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of the Notebook PC. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. Status indicator details are light...
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...comfortable viewing angle. paper clips or staples) that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. Push the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with small or sharp objects (e.g. Status Indicators Status indicator details are provided to the table or else ...the hinges may enter the Notebook PC and scratch the display panel. Power4 Gear Button (details given later) 17 IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel...
...comfortable viewing angle. paper clips or staples) that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. Push the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with small or sharp objects (e.g. Status Indicators Status indicator details are provided to the table or else ...the hinges may enter the Notebook PC and scratch the display panel. Power4 Gear Button (details given later) 17 IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Battery Lock Battery Pack Battery Lock ... Audio Speaker (Left) IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 18
The bottom of the Notebook PC. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Battery Lock Battery Pack Battery Lock ... Audio Speaker (Left) IMPORTANT! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 18
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... air to enter and warm air to hear audio without additional attachments. Memory Compartment The memory compartment contains an expansion slot for turning OFF the Notebook PC if or turning OFF the power does not respond. Audio Speaker (Left) This built-in a compartment under a metal plate. Do not ... the hole with headphones or external powered speakers. Shut Down Button The shut down button is secured in speaker allows you to exit the Notebook PC. CPU installation/ upgrades must be done by authorized service centers or dealers only. Memory installation or upgrades must be done by an ...
... air to enter and warm air to hear audio without additional attachments. Memory Compartment The memory compartment contains an expansion slot for turning OFF the Notebook PC if or turning OFF the power does not respond. Audio Speaker (Left) This built-in a compartment under a metal plate. Do not ... the hole with headphones or external powered speakers. Shut Down Button The shut down button is secured in speaker allows you to exit the Notebook PC. CPU installation/ upgrades must be done by authorized service centers or dealers only. Memory installation or upgrades must be done by an ...
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... use without a dongle. 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, Smart Cards, and wireless network adapters. The internal LAN supports 10Base-T or 100BaseTX... standard or duplex networks. This allows accommodation of the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! The emergency eject is used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or ...
... use without a dongle. 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, Smart Cards, and wireless network adapters. The internal LAN supports 10Base-T or 100BaseTX... standard or duplex networks. This allows accommodation of the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! The emergency eject is used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or ...
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...feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to exit the Notebook PC. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards... signals from a fixed object. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that peripherals can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Monitor Output Audio Speaker (Right) Head Mic Output Input Air Vents USB 2.0...
...feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to exit the Notebook PC. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards... signals from a fixed object. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that peripherals can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Monitor Output Audio Speaker (Right) Head Mic Output Input Air Vents USB 2.0...
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The interface 1394 has a bandwidth of the Notebook PC. Power supplied through this jack. Battery Pack Usage details are described in the battery ...high-end digital equipment and should be marked "DV" for use the supplied power adapter. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to 63 units on the rear side of 100-...400 Mbits/sec and can handle up to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. DC Power Input Jack Battery Pack 1394 Port DC Power Input Jack The...
The interface 1394 has a bandwidth of the Notebook PC. Power supplied through this jack. Battery Pack Usage details are described in the battery ...high-end digital equipment and should be marked "DV" for use the supplied power adapter. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to 63 units on the rear side of 100-...400 Mbits/sec and can handle up to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. DC Power Input Jack Battery Pack 1394 Port DC Power Input Jack The...