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... Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Antenna Connections (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 75 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...
... Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Antenna Connections (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 Connecting Subwoofer (on selected models 75 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...
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... to optional accessories and gives additional information. NOTE: Information for safe operation. Notes for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to data, components, or persons. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. There may be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
... to optional accessories and gives additional information. NOTE: Information for safe operation. Notes for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! Knowing the Parts Gives you to data, components, or persons. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. There may be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Except as described in fire. Notebook PC User Manual...
... servicing to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Except as described in fire. Notebook PC User Manual...
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.... 18 Notebook PC User Manual Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is not connected. There is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to the locked position after the memory is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 3 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides...
.... 18 Notebook PC User Manual Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is not connected. There is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to the locked position after the memory is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 3 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides...
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... Side HDMI 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is powered off. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in a series up to the E-Manual for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such...
... Side HDMI 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 1 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is powered off. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in a series up to the E-Manual for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (3.0) (on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such...
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... devices such as a monitor or projector to use memory cards from subscription television services.The provided antenna can conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards. 8 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can receive digital TV. 7 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader...
... devices such as a monitor or projector to use memory cards from subscription television services.The provided antenna can conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards. 8 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card reader that can receive digital TV. 7 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader...
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... configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. This indicates that is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. If necessary, you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that will be presented with a boot menu with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power...
... configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. This indicates that is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. If necessary, you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that will be presented with a boot menu with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power...
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... see this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can enable or disable Instant On based on your current data and status on the desktop of the Notebook PC. The power indicator will...
... see this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can enable or disable Instant On based on your current data and status on the desktop of the Notebook PC. The power indicator will...
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... the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). Windows software settings are...
... the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). Windows software settings are...
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... 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). During CD play, pauses CD play . This allows switching between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in order to the previous audio track...
... 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). During CD play, pauses CD play . This allows switching between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in order to the previous audio track...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. HDMI SD / SDHC / SDXC/ MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! 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...
..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. HDMI SD / SDHC / SDXC/ MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! 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...
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... recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is necessary, contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality...
... recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been preinstalled.The support disc does not include the operating system itself.The support disc is necessary, contact your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. A recovery disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality...
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... Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). You will have Administrator rights. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the Administrator's password is only asked when you power on password and must be asked to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will be entered to enter the User Password whenever you would like to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password...
... Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). You will have Administrator rights. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. If ONLY the Administrator's password is only asked when you power on password and must be asked to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will be entered to enter the User Password whenever you would like to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password...
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... will have to boot or enter Setup. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will be entered to set , then this only limits access to enter the correct passwords. Re-type to set the HDD password: 1. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. To set up the user password. 4. F1: General Help...
... will have to boot or enter Setup. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 3. In Setup, the User will be entered to set , then this only limits access to enter the correct passwords. Re-type to set the HDD password: 1. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. To set up the user password. 4. F1: General Help...
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.... 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to read or write discs. 1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook...
.... 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to read or write discs. 1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook...
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... card under the "Network Adapter" item. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. Adapter problem; D. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
... card under the "Network Adapter" item. You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. Adapter problem; D. Wireless Card How to decrease system load. 3. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU...
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... Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [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] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software...
... Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [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] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Software...
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... system boot order. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. In Setup, the User will have to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing system recovery with two partitions. Visit the ASUS...
... system boot order. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is only asked for updated drivers and utilities. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. In Setup, the User will have to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing system recovery with two partitions. Visit the ASUS...
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... Burner icon on your Notebook PC. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security I/O Interface Security LAN Network Interface Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] SATA 2nd HDD Interface UNLOCKED LOCKED If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Press [F10...
... Burner icon on your Notebook PC. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security I/O Interface Security LAN Network Interface Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] SATA 2nd HDD Interface UNLOCKED LOCKED If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Press [F10...
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... "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to be unusable. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. The secondary hard disk drive is only available on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Using the Recovery D�...
... "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to be unusable. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Ensure to connect the power adapter to confirm the system recovery. The secondary hard disk drive is only available on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Using the Recovery D�...