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... Card 54 Optical Drive...56 Hard Disk Drive 59 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Windows Wireless Network Connection 66 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 68 Antenna Connections (on selected models 71 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 Information A-16 Internal...
... Card 54 Optical Drive...56 Hard Disk Drive 59 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Windows Wireless Network Connection 66 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 68 Antenna Connections (on selected models 71 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 Information A-16 Internal...
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The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Please accept...
The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. Using the Notebook PC Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Please accept...
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.... DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or...power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook...
.... DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or...power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook...
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.... Manual The manual battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Move the manual lock to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual There is used to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
.... Manual The manual battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Move the manual lock to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual There is used to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
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... 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). Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone...
... 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). Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone...
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... indicator light color changes with the GPU mode you selected (on each model. 6 USB Port (2.0) 7 Antenna Input The antenna input is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Use the provided adapter for external storage solutions and is in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is for TV (on paid services. Cable service connection can receive digital TV. See the marketing specifications...
... indicator light color changes with the GPU mode you selected (on each model. 6 USB Port (2.0) 7 Antenna Input The antenna input is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Use the provided adapter for external storage solutions and is in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is for TV (on paid services. Cable service connection can receive digital TV. See the marketing specifications...
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... in order to use . Front Side 1 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 10 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). This Notebook PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader that most peripherals can conveniently read from devices such as mentioned later in this manual. 22 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from...
... in order to use . Front Side 1 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 10 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). This Notebook PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader that most peripherals can conveniently read from devices such as mentioned later in this manual. 22 Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use memory cards from...
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...! Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is finished, you turn it ON. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. When the test is part of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will...
...! Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is finished, you turn it ON. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. When the test is part of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will...
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... use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Recover by pressing any are made through the Power menu in this option.You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. This function stores your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator...
... use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Recover by pressing any are made through the Power menu in this option.You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. This function stores your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator...
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Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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 power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either...
Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles 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 power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either...
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... "Life Frame" software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Applying or removing the power adapter will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse.
... "Life Frame" software application. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. Applying or removing the power adapter will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse.
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... memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! WARNING! IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices...
... memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! WARNING! IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in order to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices...
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... operating system installed on the installed operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook...
... operating system installed on the installed operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook...
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...Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. 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. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New...
...Type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. 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. To clear the password: 1. Leave the Create New...
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... your system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If not the case, try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Unknown Reason - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase...
... your system using the recovery partition or DVD. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. If not the case, try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Unknown Reason - Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase...
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..., HDD, or NB; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. C. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. visit a local service center for replacement. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Hardware Problem - Symptom & Solutions: A. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
..., HDD, or NB; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. C. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. visit a local service center for replacement. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Hardware Problem - Symptom & Solutions: A. Wireless Card How to detect them to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
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... the ASUS website. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be downloaded from viruses. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to incompatible memory. 2. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. A. WARNING! IMPORTANT! You must backup all your problem. It...
... the ASUS website. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be downloaded from viruses. Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to incompatible memory. 2. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. A. WARNING! IMPORTANT! You must backup all your problem. It...
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... start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Boot Graphic Select ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Hybrid VGA] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled...
... start updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Boot Graphic Select ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [Hybrid VGA] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled...
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... hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(60%) and"D"(40%). 6. IMPORTANT! Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(60%) and"D"(40%). 6. IMPORTANT! Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
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... to start to be powered ON. 2. Ensure to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to back up all your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Restoring will...
... to start to be powered ON. 2. Ensure to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to back up all your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Restoring will...