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... models 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 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 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 71 USB Charger+...72 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...
... models 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 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 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 71 USB Charger+...72 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...
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... in this manual. NOTE: Information for safe operation. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There may be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing...
... in this manual. NOTE: Information for safe operation. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There may be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing...
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... fields. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before...
... fields. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before...
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... audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Right Side 12 3 4 56 78 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...
... audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Right Side 12 3 4 56 78 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...
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... to allow viewing on selected models) This port also supports USB Charger+ function that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is powered off. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as additional plug- Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is an uncompressed...
... to allow viewing on selected models) This port also supports USB Charger+ function that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is powered off. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as additional plug- Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is an uncompressed...
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... bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the display. If you will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When...
... bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with the display. If you will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When...
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...). 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 -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-to Sleep. This function stores your current...
...). 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 -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status in this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is the same as Suspend-to Sleep. This function stores your current...
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... entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in power management setup). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
... entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on sleep button setting in power management setup). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
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... to the previous audio track/movie chapter.. Locking the touchpad 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. 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 touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled).
... to the previous audio track/movie chapter.. Locking the touchpad 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. 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 touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled).
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... hard disk.The light flashes proportional to the access time. A, B, C). Orange Blinking: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is enabled, this indicator will be in wireless LAN. When the built-in wireless LAN is activated. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with AC power). a,b,c). 44 Notebook PC User Manual Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator...
... hard disk.The light flashes proportional to the access time. A, B, C). Orange Blinking: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is enabled, this indicator will be in wireless LAN. When the built-in wireless LAN is activated. Off: Battery power is only applicable on models with AC power). a,b,c). 44 Notebook PC User Manual Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator...
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Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the...
Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the...
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... part of the factory pre-install. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities...
... part of the factory pre-install. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities...
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... entering Setup. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). In Setup, the User will be entered to Setup and is set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password...
... entering Setup. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). In Setup, the User will be entered to Setup and is set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password...
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... Setup Utility - The USB Interface Security settings can only be locked and hidden simultaneously. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be disabled. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 To lock...
... Setup Utility - The USB Interface Security settings can only be locked and hidden simultaneously. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be disabled. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 To lock...
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... the user password. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. You will have to enter the correct passwords. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults...
... the user password. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. You will have to enter the correct passwords. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults...
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... disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual...
... disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to read or write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. visit a local service center for replacement. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Adapter problem; FAN...
... must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. visit a local service center for replacement. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. Adapter problem; FAN...
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... page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright...
... page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright...
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... Notebook PC User Manual A-17 This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover...
... Notebook PC User Manual A-17 This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Recover...
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... to connect the power adapter to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs...
... to connect the power adapter to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs...