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... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 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...
... Devices 56 Optical Drive (on selected models 56 Flash Memory Card Reader 60 Hard Disk Drive 61 Memory (RAM 64 Connections...65 Network Connection 65 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 USB Charger+...74 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...
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... special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories...
... special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Getting Started Gives you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories...
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... servicing if the casing has been damaged. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work...
... servicing if the casing has been damaged. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work...
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... hard disk access. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the locked position after the memory is not connected. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove...
... hard disk access. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the locked position after the memory is not connected. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove...
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... microphone. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. Use this feature for video...
... microphone. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to amplified speakers or headphones. Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. Use this feature for video...
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..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as additional plug-in a series up to allow viewing on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as additional plug-in a series up to allow viewing on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
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... the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with an operating system. This indicates that controls the POST is part of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
... the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with an operating system. This indicates that controls the POST is part of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual If you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
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... mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this option...
... mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this option...
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...'s keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel...
...'s keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel...
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... 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 up. 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. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. 42 Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Selected models have an indicator...
... 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 up. 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. Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. 42 Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Selected models have an indicator...
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... model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. WARNING! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 60 Notebook PC User Manual SD IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader...
... model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. WARNING! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 60 Notebook PC User Manual SD IMPORTANT! Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader...
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... hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Some of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. The support disc contains all popular operating...
... hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. The stability and compatibility of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Some of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the installed operating system. The support disc contains all popular operating...
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... User Password whenever you would like to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Re-type to boot or enter Setup...
... User Password whenever you would like to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Administrator Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Re-type to boot or enter Setup...
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...would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility -
...would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UNLOCKED] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility -
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... to enter the correct passwords. If ONLY the user's password is set Master Password before setting the User Password. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to set the HDD password: 1. In Setup, the User will...
... to enter the correct passwords. If ONLY the user's password is set Master Password before setting the User Password. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Pwd Status : HDD User Pwd Status : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Re-type to set the HDD password: 1. In Setup, the User will...
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... - A. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If problem still persists, try again. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver...
... - A. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. If problem still persists, try again. 2. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver...
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... recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. C. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. A. The problem...
... recovery partition or disc. Symptom & Solutions: A. FAN / Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. C. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your data to another location before recovering. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. A. The problem...
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... Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: K45 Version: 200 Build Date: Dec 6 2010 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. ASUS Tek. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: K45 Version: 200 Build Date: Dec 6 2010 New Platform Platform: Unkown Version: Unkown Build Date: Unkown FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. Software Problem - F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. ASUS Tek. Follow the instructions shown. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. From Start Menu, go to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
....asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. From Start Menu, go to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
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... ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter...
... ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may cause recovery failure. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. Unstable power supply may be unusable. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter...