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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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... to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this manual. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the...
... to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this manual. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Appendix Introduces you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the...
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... and remove any part of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC User Manual DO...
... and remove any part of the Notebook PC. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC User Manual DO...
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... decreasing hard disk access. 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. 1 Battery Lock - Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must...
... decreasing hard disk access. 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. 1 Battery Lock - Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must...
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... microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Right Side Intel Series 12 3 AMD Series 4 56 7 1 2 3 20 12 3 4 56 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
... microphone. Using this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Right Side Intel Series 12 3 AMD Series 4 56 7 1 2 3 20 12 3 4 56 7 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected...
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... audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB Charger+ (on mode. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices...
... audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB Charger+ (on mode. Notebook PC User Manual 23 USB allows many devices to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices...
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... for the installation of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is created by using the hot keys. This...
... for the installation of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. When the test is created by using the hot keys. This...
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... are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to activate this option...
... are turned OFF. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to be OFF in this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to activate this option...
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Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Follow the icons instead of...
Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Follow the icons instead of...
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... modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD...
... modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD...
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..., mobile phones, and PDAs. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. 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 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...
..., mobile phones, and PDAs. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. 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 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...
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... to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. If updates or replacement of the support disc 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...
... to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. If updates or replacement of the support disc 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...
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...F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - 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. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press...
...F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - 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. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press...
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... USB device will be disabled. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED...
... USB device will be disabled. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. The USB Interface Security settings can only be altered when you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED...
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... +/-: Change Opt. To set up the user password. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order...
... +/-: Change Opt. To set up the user password. 4. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order...
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... Reason - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If...
... Reason - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If...
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visit a local service center for replacement. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Battery problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual C. D. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; B. Adapter problem; please check the...
visit a local service center for replacement. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for assistance. Battery problem; Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. Mechanical Problem - You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual C. D. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; B. Adapter problem; please check the...
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... flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Follow the instructions shown. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. BIOS Updating...
... flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. Follow the instructions shown. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. BIOS Updating...
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... PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! From Start Menu, go to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD.
... PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! From Start Menu, go to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to All Applications > ASUS and then click AI Recovery. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD.
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... connect the power adapter to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Select OK to be powered ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...
... connect the power adapter to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Using the Recovery D��V�D��: 1. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Select OK to be powered ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...