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... hubs. 4 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary...
... hubs. 4 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). Notebook PC User Manual When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary...
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...-in a series up to the Notebook PC when AC power is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use when moving temporarily between locations. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 12 Notebook PC User Manual This allows use without restarting the computer. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with...
...-in a series up to the Notebook PC when AC power is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in connector allows convenient use when moving temporarily between locations. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 12 Notebook PC User Manual This allows use without restarting the computer. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with...
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... authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at the factory. Take your data files (such as network settings). IMPORTANT! The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory and...
... authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at the factory. Take your data files (such as network settings). IMPORTANT! The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory and...
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... instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. IMPORTANT! Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows...
... instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. IMPORTANT! Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows...
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... instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Ensure to connect the power adapter...
... instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your hard drive. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Ensure to connect the power adapter...
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... Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Antenna Connections (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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...
... Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 61 Connections...62 Network Connection 62 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 64 Antenna Connections (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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...
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... information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! Using the Notebook PC Gives...
... information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this manual. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! Using the Notebook PC Gives...
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... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with bandwidth to spare to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Windows software settings are necessary before use. 5 Antenna Input (on a single cable. 4 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 19 When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light...
... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with bandwidth to spare to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Windows software settings are necessary before use. 5 Antenna Input (on a single cable. 4 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 19 When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light...
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... be secured using shielded cables and connectors up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for description. 9 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on selected models) External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of SerialATA devices originally designed for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack...
... be secured using shielded cables and connectors up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for description. 9 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on selected models) External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of SerialATA devices originally designed for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack...
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... set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is used to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. If you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part...
... set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is used to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is finished, you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as a carrying bag. If you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part...
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.... 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). This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have to be OFF in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
.... 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). This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this , RAM does not have to be OFF in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
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... display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Notebook PC User Manual...
... display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Notebook PC User Manual...
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...! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. ON OFF HDMI E-SATA SD / SDHC / SDXC (on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning...
...! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. ON OFF HDMI E-SATA SD / SDHC / SDXC (on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning...
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...-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. A recovery disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage...
...-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to provide additional software not included as part of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. A recovery disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage...
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... Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set . 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. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2009 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Setup and is then cleared. Leave the Create New...
... Password or User Password. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the Administrator's password is set . 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. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2009 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Setup and is then cleared. Leave the Create New...
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... ask an engineer for assistance. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. If not the case, try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem -
... ask an engineer for assistance. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. If not the case, try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem -
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... using the recovery partition or DVD. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? C. Battery problem; visit a local service center for replacement. IMPORTANT! A. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager...
... using the recovery partition or DVD. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? C. Battery problem; visit a local service center for replacement. IMPORTANT! A. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager...
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...must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Copyright (C) --- Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: N73Jn Version: 100 Build Date: Mar 11 2010 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 FS2 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. A-12 Notebook PC User...
...must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Copyright (C) --- Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: N73Jn Version: 100 Build Date: Mar 11 2010 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 FS2 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. A-12 Notebook PC User...
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... Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
... Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
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... remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to start...
... remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Ensure to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to start...
