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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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... tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Notes for safe operation. The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the...
... tasks. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. IMPORTANT! Notes for safe operation. The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! 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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.... DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described...
.... DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described...
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... connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. The BIOS...
... connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. The BIOS...
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Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB allows many devices to run...
Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. USB allows many devices to run...
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... ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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 allows many devices to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. Notebook PC User Manual 23 Ensure that most...
... ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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 allows many devices to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. Notebook PC User Manual 23 Ensure that most...
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... hard disk is used to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it ON. IMPORTANT! This indicates that will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
... hard disk is used to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it ON. IMPORTANT! This indicates that will first run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to correct the conflict by using the hot keys. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
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... hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to Sleep. Hibernate saves more power...
... hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 By doing this, RAM does not have to be OFF in this option. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to Sleep. Hibernate saves more power...
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... display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
... display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Windows software settings are necessary to -Disk depending on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys...
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... 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 Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad...
... 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 Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Crossed-out Touchpad...
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Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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 specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader that...
Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to 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 specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader that...
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... your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. A recovery 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 provides BIOS, drivers and...
... your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. A recovery 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 provides BIOS, drivers and...
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... Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is then set the password: 1. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Confirm New Password...
... Setup Administrator Password or User Password. 2. If ONLY the user's password is set , then this is then set the password: 1. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Password is only asked to enter the User Password whenever you would like to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Leave the Confirm New Password...
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On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. If...
On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. The USB Interface Security settings can only be disabled. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you would like to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. If...
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... boot order. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the Administrator's password is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you log in a password and press [Enter]. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup...
... boot order. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the Administrator's password is a power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you log in a password and press [Enter]. 2. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1204. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup...
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... write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Hardware Problem - A. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update the BIOS...
... write discs. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If problem still persists, try MS System Restore to the latest version and try again. 3. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Hardware Problem - A. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Update the BIOS...
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... must backup all your data to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! D. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. visit a local service center for repair. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - Problem might be...
... must backup all your data to another location before recovering. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! D. Hardware Problem - You will see taskbar), close them . 4. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. visit a local service center for repair. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - Problem might be...
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... the Notebook PC. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate...
... the Notebook PC. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Software Problem - You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate...
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... updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating...
... updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC.According to Microsoft,you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating...
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... recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure 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 be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...
... recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure 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 be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete the recovery process. Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual...