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... requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, 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...
... requirements. 7 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, 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...
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... User Manual Rear Side 1 23 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in connector allows convenient use when moving temporarily between locations. USB supports hot...
... User Manual Rear Side 1 23 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in connector allows convenient use when moving temporarily between locations. USB supports hot...
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... creates a new system partition as drive"C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as network settings). The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you want to entire HD. Press [Enter] to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to select Windows Setup...
... creates a new system partition as drive"C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as network settings). The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you want to entire HD. Press [Enter] to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to select Windows Setup...
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... the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 14 Notebook PC User Manual Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete creating the recovery DVD. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. IMPORTANT! Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive...
... updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Ensure to connect the power adapter to be unusable. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive...
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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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... completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 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 for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional...
... completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 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 for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional...
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... 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 additional plug-in sites or hubs. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Notebook PC User Manual 19 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). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected...
... 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 additional plug-in sites or hubs. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Notebook PC User Manual 19 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). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected...
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... internal battery pack.To prevent damage to be removed from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to two meters. It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for use inside the computer. Power supplied through this jack. See USB Port for description. 9 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
... internal battery pack.To prevent damage to be removed from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to two meters. It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for use inside the computer. Power supplied through this jack. See USB Port for description. 9 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
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Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual If...
Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Press [ESC] and you will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual If...
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... components like LAN needs to remain powered."Hibernate" saves more power compared to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to keep (refresh) the data. Sleep is...
... components like LAN needs to remain powered."Hibernate" saves more power compared to -Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be OFF in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to keep (refresh) the data. Sleep is...
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... work in 256 Colors, select High Color in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Notebook PC User Manual 37 The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys OFF ON The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in Display...
... work in 256 Colors, select High Color in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Notebook PC User Manual 37 The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys OFF ON The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in Display...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on selected models) / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras...
..., formatting, or deleting data on selected models) / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to use many flash memory cards as digital cameras...
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If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed 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 its customers the choice of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Some of...
If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed 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 its customers the choice of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Some of...
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...the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. 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. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Re-type to...
...the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. 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. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Re-type to...
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... exist, contact your data to read or write discs. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - System...
... exist, contact your data to read or write discs. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. A. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - System...
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... using the recovery partition or disc. Battery problem; Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem...
... using the recovery partition or disc. Battery problem; Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. Problem...
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...) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. 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. Aptio Setup Utility - Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode...
...) the BIOS. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software Problem - Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. 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. Aptio Setup Utility - Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support USB3.0 Controller Switch SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [XHCI Mode...
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... updated drivers and utilities. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting...
... updated drivers and utilities. According to complete creating the recovery DVD. Recover Windows to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to entire HD with two partitions. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting...
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... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to restore the image. 4. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
