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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 ... models 33 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19 Front Side 20 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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 ... models 33 Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 14 Left Side 16 Right Side 18 Rear Side 19 Front Side 20 3. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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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 Contents 4.
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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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...that you information on the various components in order to use them. WARNING! This User's Manual provides information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you should be aware of this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [... additional information. Important information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < >...
...that you information on the various components in order to use them. WARNING! This User's Manual provides information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you should be aware of this User's Manuals: 1. do not actually type the [ ] < > or [... additional information. Important information that must be followed for safe operation. < > Text enclosed in bold are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in < >...
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...this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with small items that is powered ON with any part of the Notebook PC and be used in environments with the rating. Except as described in order to qualified personnel. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic... or electrical fields. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT disassemble the battery....
...this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with small items that is powered ON with any part of the Notebook PC and be used in environments with the rating. Except as described in order to qualified personnel. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic... or electrical fields. Check local regulations for disposal of the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT disassemble the battery....
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... source. Remember that it is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Most airlines will allow electronic use . You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power ...hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). CAUTION! Therefore, you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking...
... source. Remember that it is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Most airlines will allow electronic use . You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power ...hard disk surface during takeoffs and landings. Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use the Notebook PC on people or individual items). CAUTION! Therefore, you do not send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking...
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Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else ...the hinges may break! Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the...
Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else ...the hinges may break! Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Open the Display Panel 4. Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the...
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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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... with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Can be used for both hands. 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...
... with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Can be used for both hands. 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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... can get very hot. Do not use on next page) High temperatures are normal during charging or 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 soft surfaces such as beds or ...
... can get very hot. Do not use on next page) High temperatures are normal during charging or 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 soft surfaces such as beds or ...
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... will automatically lock. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be held in the future. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. Some...card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. 5 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by others. 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional ...
... will automatically lock. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be held in the future. Spring The spring battery lock is installed. Some...card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. 5 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by others. 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional ...
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...built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will occur to a local network. 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 eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem... port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. ...
...built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will occur to a local network. 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 eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem... port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to the Notebook PC. 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. ...
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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. This new interface is used to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card.
... 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. This new interface is used to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card.
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The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the ... below to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. tions for details on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 18 You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or...
The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the ... below to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. tions for details on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in place of the electronic eject. 18 You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or...
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...may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as a monitor or projector to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB ...-in a series up to allow cool air to enter and warm air to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! USB allows many devices to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Some security products may occur. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (...
...may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with some peripherals acting as a monitor or projector to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB ...-in a series up to allow cool air to enter and warm air to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! USB allows many devices to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Some security products may occur. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (...
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... as specified later in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). When opening...Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms...
... as specified later in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). When opening...Audio features are software controlled. 2 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms...
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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 3.