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... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 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 Drive Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 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 Drive Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-21 Internal...
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... User's Manual: 1. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook...
... User's Manual: 1. About This User's Manual You are major sections of importance as being correct. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook...
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... on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to qualified personnel. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions...
... on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to qualified personnel. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions...
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... the manual lock to the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. There is used to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment...
... the manual lock to the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. There is used to insert or remove the battery pack. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment...
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... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB...
... devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. USB...
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.... Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 7 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to a local network. The built-in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as a digital television (DTV). Notebook PC User Manual 21 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI...
.... Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a larger external display. 7 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 5 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to a local network. The built-in high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from devices such as a digital television (DTV). Notebook PC User Manual 21 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI...
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... or cover a Notebook PC that is finished, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with any materials that will display a message on the screen when you need...
... or cover a Notebook PC that is finished, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with any materials that will display a message on the screen when you need...
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... this mode.) Hibernate is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
... this mode.) Hibernate is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key...
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... the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on model but the functions should remain the same. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light.
... the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on model but the functions should remain the same. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on -screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light.
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..." software application. 42 Notebook PC User Manual Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. This allows switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
..." software application. 42 Notebook PC User Manual Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. This allows switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
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... after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only...
... after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader is not only...
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... such a solution. A recovery disc is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Contact your hard disk drive 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 download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot...
... such a solution. A recovery disc is in order to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. Contact your hard disk drive 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 download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of other operating systems cannot...
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...: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual
...: Hitachi HTS545050B9A400 Disabled : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual
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...Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Password is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New...
...Setup administrator password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Password is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New...
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... Set the system boot order. Re-type to enter the correct passwords. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User will be entered to enter user password first (if there is set the HDD password: 1. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Administrator Password Status User Password...
... Set the system boot order. Re-type to enter the correct passwords. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the Administrator's password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User will be entered to enter user password first (if there is set the HDD password: 1. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. Administrator Password Status User Password...
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... Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - If problem still persists, try again. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc...
... Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Hardware Problem - You must backup all your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - If problem still persists, try again. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Optical Disc...
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... Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. You must backup all your data to detect them to another location before recovering. visit a local service center for repair. C. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Problem might be caused by the operating...
... Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the "Network Adapter" item. You must backup all your data to detect them to another location before recovering. visit a local service center for repair. C. Adapter problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. Problem might be caused by the operating...
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... after updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Follow the instructions shown. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to...
... after updating (flashing) the BIOS. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Follow the instructions shown. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to...
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... because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
... because of setting up Windows on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. According to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
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... NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Select OK to start to back up all your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Restart the Notebook PC and...
... NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Select OK to start to back up all your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Restart the Notebook PC and...