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... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Flash Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Connections...67 Network Connection 67 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 69 Windows Wireless Network Connection 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 73 USB Charger+...76 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...
... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Flash Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Connections...67 Network Connection 67 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 69 Windows Wireless Network Connection 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 73 USB Charger+...76 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...
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... guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Notes for safe operation. The actual bundled operating...
... guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Getting Started Gives you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Notes for safe operation. The actual bundled operating...
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... expose to qualified personnel. Notebook PC User Manual Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Safety...
... expose to qualified personnel. Notebook PC User Manual Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Safety...
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... hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. Notebook PC User Manual This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to keep the battery pack secured. 1 2 3 4 18 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power...
... hard disk drive upgrades for additional memory. Notebook PC User Manual This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is used to keep the battery pack secured. 1 2 3 4 18 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power...
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... microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.Using this feature for digital audio output. Notebook PC User Manual 19 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
... microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.Using this feature for digital audio output. Notebook PC User Manual 19 SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Use this jack automatically disables...
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... display a message on the screen when you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual This record is created by running BIOS Setup. Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you may adjust the brightness by using...
... display a message on the screen when you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 30 Notebook PC User Manual This record is created by running BIOS Setup. Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you may adjust the brightness by using...
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... next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. 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). By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37
... next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Sleep is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. 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). By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37
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... first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on model but the functions should remain the same. Keyboard Light Up Icon (f4) : Increases the keyboard light brightness. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Follow the icons instead of...
... first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on model but the functions should remain the same. Keyboard Light Up Icon (f4) : Increases the keyboard light brightness. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Follow the icons instead of...
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... number entering. 40 Notebook PC User Manual 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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...
... number entering. 40 Notebook PC User Manual 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. 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...
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Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! 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. 62 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! 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. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may...
Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! 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. 62 Notebook PC User Manual WARNING! 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. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may...
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... order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Contact your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. The choices and languages will depend on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured...
... order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Contact your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to its customers the choice of the factory pre-install. The choices and languages will depend on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured...
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...1208. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P0: WDC WD7500BPKT...] [P2: MATSHITABD-MLT...] [Windows Boot Manager] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Aptio Setup Utility - System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference...
...1208. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P0: WDC WD7500BPKT...] [P2: MATSHITABD-MLT...] [Windows Boot Manager] CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Aptio Setup Utility - System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference...
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... set , then this is only asked when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Re-type to boot...
... set , then this is only asked when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Re-type to boot...
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External Ports BlueTooth CMOS Camera Card Reader LocK UnLock [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled. To lock the USB ...
External Ports BlueTooth CMOS Camera Card Reader LocK UnLock [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled. To lock the USB ...
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... Create New Password Set the system boot order. ***Advanced to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. You will have to set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you fail to set the HDD password: 1. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password...
... Create New Password Set the system boot order. ***Advanced to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in with Administrator privilege. • You have Administrator rights. You will have to set , then this is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you fail to set the HDD password: 1. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password User Password Secure Boot control HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password...
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... disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore...
... disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. System Unstable Cannot wake up from the ASUS website. You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Update the BIOS to an earlier date. 3. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore...
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... assistance. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Battery problem; IMPORTANT! You will see taskbar), close them . 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. D.
... assistance. If you have many applications running (see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Battery problem; IMPORTANT! You will see taskbar), close them . 4. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. D.
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... after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: N56 Version: 200 Build Date: Dec 6 2011 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Follow the instructions shown. ASUS Tek. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS...
... after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: N56 Version: 200 Build Date: Dec 6 2011 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Follow the instructions shown. ASUS Tek. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD...
... updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD...
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... the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be unusable. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to...
... the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be unusable. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to...