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... press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO...
... press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC User Manual Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO...
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... an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). See the other side for use inside the computer. in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Notebook PC User Manual 11 Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as a USB 2.0 port. 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is...
... an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). See the other side for use inside the computer. in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Notebook PC User Manual 11 Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as a USB 2.0 port. 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is...
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... ASUS service center if you to keep other partitions, and to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to create a new system partition as drive "C". The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. Select a partition option...
... ASUS service center if you to keep other partitions, and to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as network settings). Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to create a new system partition as drive "C". The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. Select a partition option...
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... formatting the incorrect drive partition. 16 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions...
... formatting the incorrect drive partition. 16 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on your hard drive and creates two new partitions...
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... power supply may be powered ON. 2. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to confirm the system recovery. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Select OK to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive...
... power supply may be powered ON. 2. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to confirm the system recovery. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Select OK to do so, during the recovery process or else your hard drive...
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... Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 56 Memory (RAM 58 Connections...59 Network Connection 59 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 61 Windows Wireless Network Connection 63 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 65 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 Drive Information A-16 Internal Modem...
... Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 56 Memory (RAM 58 Connections...59 Network Connection 59 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 61 Windows Wireless Network Connection 63 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 65 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 Drive Information A-16 Internal Modem...
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... this User's Manual. 2. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook...
... this User's Manual. 2. The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively. Getting Started Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Using the Notebook...
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... hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures accordingly. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged...
... hard disk drive is secured in the system and configures accordingly. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. 1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged...
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... functions as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 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 additional plug- It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for use inside the computer. 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial...
... functions as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. 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 additional plug- It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for use inside the computer. 4 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial...
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... system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run through a series of the Notebook PC's test routine and is turned ON. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. IMPORTANT! When the test is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to enter the BIOS Setup. This is part of software-controlled...
... system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run through a series of the Notebook PC's test routine and is turned ON. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. IMPORTANT! When the test is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to enter the BIOS Setup. This is part of software-controlled...
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... power management features are turned OFF. When you resume your work, your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you want to see this mode. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. In Power Options, you can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Click the Windows button...
... power management features are turned OFF. When you resume your work, your work if any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will close all applications and ask if you want to see this mode. Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. In Power Options, you can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Click the Windows button...
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... the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
... the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
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... utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 53 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in order to various data storage devices. The built-in the Windows notification area before removing...
... utilizes the internal highbandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC User Manual 53 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use memory cards from devices such as shown in order to various data storage devices. The built-in the Windows notification area before removing...
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....The support disc is necessary, contact your hard disk drive is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual...
....The support disc is necessary, contact your hard disk drive is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to its customers the choice of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Contact your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... for when entering Setup. Re-type to Setup and is set , then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then cleared. To set . On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
... for when entering Setup. Re-type to Setup and is set , then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Password is then cleared. To set . On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
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... for assistance. Hardware Problem - A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT...
... for assistance. Hardware Problem - A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Update the BIOS to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT...
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... location before recovering. Mechanical Problem - Adapter problem; B. D. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. visit a local service center for repair. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. IMPORTANT! A. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 check the power cord connections...
... location before recovering. Mechanical Problem - Adapter problem; B. D. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. visit a local service center for repair. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. IMPORTANT! A. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 check the power cord connections...
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... Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Launch Storage OpROM Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support Express Gate ACPI Settings PCI Subsystem Settings Thermal Configuration SATA Configuration ME Configuration AMT Configuration Serial Port Console Redirection Network Stack [Enabled] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Follow the instructions shown...
... Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Launch Storage OpROM Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support Express Gate ACPI Settings PCI Subsystem Settings Thermal Configuration SATA Configuration ME Configuration AMT Configuration Serial Port Console Redirection Network Stack [Enabled] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Follow the instructions shown...
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... HD with two partitions. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the Window desktop. 2. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual
... HD with two partitions. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the Window desktop. 2. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Using Recovery DVD (on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual
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... at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery D�V��D�:� 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restart...
... at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery D�V��D�:� 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Restart...
