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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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... 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... Microsoft Windows Keys ...31 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ...31 Keyboard as Cursors ...31 Switches and Status Indicators ...31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators ...32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC ...5 About This User's Manual ...6 Notes For This Manual ...6 Preparing your...
... 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... Microsoft Windows Keys ...31 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ...31 Keyboard as Cursors ...31 Switches and Status Indicators ...31 Switches ...31 Status Indicators ...32 2 Introducing the Notebook PC ...5 About This User's Manual ...6 Notes For This Manual ...6 Preparing your...
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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 Contents 4.
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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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...followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. User' s Man ual Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and completely. do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 .... Important information that you information on the various components in bold are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the...
...followed to prevent damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. User' s Man ual Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in the Notebook PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and completely. do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 .... Important information that you information on the various components in bold are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are major sections of this User's Manuals: 1. This User's Manual provides information on the...
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.... DO NOT place on your lap or any materials that your power adapter complies with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. SAFE TEMP: This notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of the body in order to the rating label on the bottom of... or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with a dry cloth. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra moisture...
.... DO NOT place on your lap or any materials that your power adapter complies with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. SAFE TEMP: This notebook PC should only be sure that will increase the life of the body in order to the rating label on the bottom of... or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. INPUT RATING: Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with a dry cloth. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra moisture...
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... scratches. Therefore, you should turn it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to use . You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your airline if you ...magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on the airplane. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, ...
... scratches. Therefore, you should turn it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in the closed position to use . You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your airline if you ...magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on the airplane. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use battery power, ...
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...button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF... the Notebook PC.) 9 Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display ...
...button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF... the Notebook PC.) 9 Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display ...
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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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... functions the same as a desktop mouse. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 9 Status Indicators (top) Status indicator ... details are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used applications with its buttons is easier on selected models) The...
... functions the same as a desktop mouse. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 9 Status Indicators (top) Status indicator ... details are described in the Windows™ operating system. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be used applications with its buttons is easier on selected models) The...
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Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 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 PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING!
Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. 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 PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING!
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... decreasing hard disk access. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for this spring lock 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 be upgraded. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for additional memory. Knowing...
... decreasing hard disk access. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC to the Notebook PC when AC power is secured in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for this spring lock 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 be upgraded. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for additional memory. Knowing...
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...different optical drives. USB allows many flash memory cards as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in place of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the... card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in this side of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with peripherals ...
...different optical drives. USB allows many flash memory cards as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in place of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally a separate card reader must be connected or disconnected without restarting the... card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in this side of the electronic eject. 5 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with peripherals ...
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..." for digital audio output. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is also used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Knowing the Parts 6 2 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is available to support...
..." for digital audio output. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is also used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Knowing the Parts 6 2 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is available to support...
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.... 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. This allows easy wireless synchronization with USB 2.0 ... and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models)...
.... 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. This allows easy wireless synchronization with USB 2.0 ... and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on selected models)...
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... are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. WARNING! 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. The multimedia sound system ...
... are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. WARNING! 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. The multimedia sound system ...
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... or other DVI-compliant device. 20 Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard ... Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for standard video devices. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this ...
... or other DVI-compliant device. 20 Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard ... Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for standard video devices. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this ...
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...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 secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support ...and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to 56K V.90 transfers. The internal 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 secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support ...and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to 56K V.90 transfers. The internal modem...