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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
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... ...5 About This User's Manual ...6 Notes For This Manual ...6 Preparing your Notebook PC ...9 2. Knowing the Parts ...11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 Front Side ...19 Rear Side ...20 3. Getting Started ......23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power ...24 Using Battery Power ...24 Charging the Battery Pack ...24 Powering ON the Notebook PC ...26 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...26 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or...
... ...5 About This User's Manual ...6 Notes For This Manual ...6 Preparing your Notebook PC ...9 2. Knowing the Parts ...11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 Front Side ...19 Rear Side ...20 3. Getting Started ......23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power ...24 Using Battery Power ...24 Charging the Battery Pack ...24 Powering ON the Notebook PC ...26 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...26 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or...
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Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring ... Power State Summary ...49 Thermal Power Control ...49 Stand by and Hibernate...50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories ...52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements ...58 Notebook PC Information ...70 3
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring ... Power State Summary ...49 Thermal Power Control ...49 Stand by and Hibernate...50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories ...52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements ...58 Notebook PC Information ...70 3
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Introducing the Notebook PC 1 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
Introducing the Notebook PC 1 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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...Parts Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. This User's Manual provides information on the keyboard; Appendix Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 The following are major sections ...of importance as described below: WARNING! Important information that must be aware of in order to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. Getting Started Gives you to ...
...Parts Gives you to optional accessories and gives additional information. This User's Manual provides information on the keyboard; Appendix Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 The following are major sections ...of importance as described below: WARNING! Important information that must be aware of in order to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips and useful information for safe operation. Getting Started Gives you to ...
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...or any materials that is powered ON with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in fire. DO NOT disassemble the battery. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Seek servicing if the casing... complies with the rating. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT...
...or any materials that is powered ON with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in fire. DO NOT disassemble the battery. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Seek servicing if the casing... complies with the rating. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas leak. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT...
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...on long trips. Be aware that you want to use battery power, be sure to magnetic wands. 8 CAUTION! You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport Xray machines. The hard disk drive...the keyboard and display panel. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your Notebook PC. Most airlines will allow electronic use . You can purchase an optional carrying case ...
...on long trips. Be aware that you want to use battery power, be sure to magnetic wands. 8 CAUTION! You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport Xray machines. The hard disk drive...the keyboard and display panel. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your Notebook PC. Most airlines will allow electronic use . You can purchase an optional carrying case ...
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... only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later... pages for using your Notebook PC. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the...
... only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Read the later... pages for using your Notebook PC. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the...
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2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 9 3 4 5 8 6 7 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 9 3 4 5 8 6 7 12
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... at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to allow you... available after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. In Windows XP, this button can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
... at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to allow you... available after setting up the included touchpad utility to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. In Windows XP, this button can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple...
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Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
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...spring battery lock is installed. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for additional memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for ... Lock - The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk...
...spring battery lock is installed. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for additional memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for ... Lock - The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk...
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... eject in place of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB ...Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is used to eject the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. 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...
... eject in place of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that most other forms of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB ...Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is used to eject the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. 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...
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... one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 63 units on the same bus. This new interface is also used in the PC card slot. (Not.... Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits...
... one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of the slower parallel bus used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 63 units on the same bus. This new interface is also used in the PC card slot. (Not.... Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. IEEE1394 is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of 100400 Mbits...
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... be connected or disconnected without a network. 3 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. This allows easy wireless synchronization with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. USB allows many devices ...
... be connected or disconnected without a network. 3 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. This allows easy wireless synchronization with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. USB allows many devices ...
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... improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the... hinges may break! Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments.
... improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the... hinges may break! Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments.
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...without restarting the computer. 3 TV-Out Port The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing...FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC ...
...without restarting the computer. 3 TV-Out Port The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing...FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC ...
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...cable for connection to a local network. IMPORTANT! These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or... else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Knowing the Parts 6 2 LAN Port The RJ-45 ...
...cable for connection to a local network. IMPORTANT! These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or... else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Knowing the Parts 6 2 LAN Port The RJ-45 ...