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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E2915 / Oct 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM OFF ON EXPRESS E2915 / Oct 2006
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Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 ... 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 33 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19...
Getting Started Power System 22 Using AC Power 22 Using Battery Power 23 Battery Care 23 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 ... 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 33 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 36 Support Software 36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 36 Pointing Device 37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 ... 49 Power State Summary 50 Thermal Power Control 50 Stand by and Hibernate 51 Appendix Optional Accessories 54 Glossary 56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 70
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System 36 Support Software 36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models 36 Pointing Device 37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 ... 49 Power State Summary 50 Thermal Power Control 50 Stand by and Hibernate 51 Appendix Optional Accessories 54 Glossary 56 Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Notebook PC Information 70
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC
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... < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. Appendix Introduces you should be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to use them. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that must be followed...situations. WARNING! The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are...
... < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. Appendix Introduces you should be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to use them. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that must be followed...situations. WARNING! The following are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are...
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.... Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of electronic products. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.... to the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Except as a carrying bag. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been...
.... Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of electronic products. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.... to the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Except as a carrying bag. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been...
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... security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Be careful not to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be aware that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors... during transport. Airplane Precautions Contact your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. However, it is plugged into the computer and ...
... security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Be careful not to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be aware that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors... during transport. Airplane Precautions Contact your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on the airplane. You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. However, it is plugged into the computer and ...
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... panel! Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Press the power button and release...
... panel! Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Press the power button and release...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11 2.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 12 5 6 7 8 (continued on this side of the Notebook PC.
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 4 9 12 5 6 7 8 (continued on this side of the Notebook PC.
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.... A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that of a button. Details are provided to launch frequently used applications with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can only flip through the bottom. CAUTION: The camera can be adjusted facing forward or...
.... A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that of a button. Details are provided to launch frequently used applications with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can only flip through the bottom. CAUTION: The camera can be adjusted facing forward or...
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... charging or operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation.... DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 (continued on this side of the...
... charging or operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on next page) Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation.... DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 (continued on this side of the...
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...pack is not connected. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for compactness and may not be pressed with a straightened paper clip to the Notebook PC when AC power is in a compartment. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. 4 Wireless... service centers or dealers only. Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in - tional memory will automatically lock. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. There is no hardware or software (including...
...pack is not connected. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for compactness and may not be pressed with a straightened paper clip to the Notebook PC when AC power is in a compartment. End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. 4 Wireless... service centers or dealers only. Battery Lock - Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on the user in case the Notebook PC is secured in - tional memory will automatically lock. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. There is no hardware or software (including...
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...use . 16 (continued on next page) Windows software settings are necessary before use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 OFF ON EXPRESS 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing ... drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 56K V.90 transfers. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will occur to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is smaller than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard ...
...use . 16 (continued on next page) Windows software settings are necessary before use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 OFF ON EXPRESS 3 4 5 67 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing ... drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 56K V.90 transfers. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will occur to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is smaller than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard ...
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... in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 17 Using this feature for video conferencing...
... in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 17 Using this feature for video conferencing...
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... of the electronic eject. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. tions for opening the tray. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and...
... of the electronic eject. 18 Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. tions for opening the tray. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and...
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...metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC...port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with this jack. To prevent damage to ...
...metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC...port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with this jack. To prevent damage to ...
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... has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 20 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must... identify the components on this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in this side of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 3 ...
... has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 20 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must... identify the components on this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in this side of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 3 ...
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3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 21