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... About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...17 Right Side...19 Left Side......24 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 ...selected models 39 Microsoft Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Notebook PC User Manual
... About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...17 Right Side...19 Left Side......24 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 ...selected models 39 Microsoft Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Notebook PC User Manual
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... Indicators 45 Using the Instant Key 47 Using the Instant Key for the first time 47 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing device 52 Using the Touchpad 53 Touchpad usage illustrations 54 Caring for the Touchpad 56 Disabling the Touchpad ...USB Charger+...76 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(...
... Indicators 45 Using the Instant Key 47 Using the Instant Key for the first time 47 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing device 52 Using the Touchpad 53 Touchpad usage illustrations 54 Caring for the Touchpad 56 Disabling the Touchpad ...USB Charger+...76 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 Information A-19 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(...
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... A-34 Service warning label A-34 CDRH Regulations A-34 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-35 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-36 European Union Eco-label A-38 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-39 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-39 Copyright Information A-40 Limitation of Liability A-41 Service and Support A-41...
... A-34 Service warning label A-34 CDRH Regulations A-34 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-35 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem A-36 European Union Eco-label A-38 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-39 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-39 Copyright Information A-40 Limitation of Liability A-41 Service and Support A-41...
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.... 4. NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Getting Started Gives you information on using...
.... 4. NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Getting Started Gives you information on using...
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...magnetic or electrical fields. Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. ... safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Except as described in fire. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove...
...magnetic or electrical fields. Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. ... safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Except as described in fire. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove...
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... rating. DO NOT use strong solvents such as a carrying bag. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell ...battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC User Manual The symbol of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41...
... rating. DO NOT use strong solvents such as a carrying bag. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell ...battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC User Manual The symbol of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41...
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...should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The Notebook PC's surface is latched securely in the closed position to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Ensure to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. CAUTION! Be ... and display panel. Close the display panel and check that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. Notebook PC User Manual The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is still ON. Adapter Information Input voltage: 100-240Vac Input...
...should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The Notebook PC's surface is latched securely in the closed position to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. Ensure to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER. CAUTION! Be ... and display panel. Close the display panel and check that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. Notebook PC User Manual The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is still ON. Adapter Information Input voltage: 100-240Vac Input...
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...electronic use battery power, be sure to fully charge your airline if you want to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport X-ray machines. CAUTION! Remember that you intend to use only between and not ... will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to magnetic wands. 10 Notebook PC User Manual You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Charge...
...electronic use battery power, be sure to fully charge your airline if you want to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport X-ray machines. CAUTION! Remember that you intend to use only between and not ... will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to magnetic wands. 10 Notebook PC User Manual You can send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Charge...
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Installing the Battery Pack 2 1 Connecting the Power Adapter 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.
Installing the Battery Pack 2 1 Connecting the Power Adapter 3 1 2 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.
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Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Opening the LCD display panel 1.
Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Opening the LCD display panel 1.
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Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 esc f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq delete insert home pgup pgdn end backspace num lk scr lk tab 7 89 home pgup caps lock enter 4 5 6 shift ctrl fn alt shift 1 23 end pgdn enter alt ctrl 0 insert delete 5 6 7 8 9 14 Notebook PC User Manual
Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 esc f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq delete insert home pgup pgdn end backspace num lk scr lk tab 7 89 home pgup caps lock enter 4 5 6 shift ctrl fn alt shift 1 23 end pgdn enter alt ctrl 0 insert delete 5 6 7 8 9 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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...built-in camera is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Instant Key Instant key allows you to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to launch frequently used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 ...TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of a button. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on the eyes. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is opened. Details are described ...
...built-in camera is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Instant Key Instant key allows you to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to launch frequently used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 ...TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of a button. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on the eyes. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is opened. Details are described ...
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Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 16 Notebook PC User Manual A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. See indicator details in the Windows operating ...
Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in Chapter 3. 16 Notebook PC User Manual A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. See indicator details in the Windows operating ...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Notebook PC User Manual 17 The battery pack size varies depending on model. WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in operation. DO NOT USE ON SOFT SURFACES SUCH AS BEDS OR SOFAS WHICH MAY BLOCK THE VENTS.
The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Notebook PC User Manual 17 The battery pack size varies depending on model. WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in operation. DO NOT USE ON SOFT SURFACES SUCH AS BEDS OR SOFAS WHICH MAY BLOCK THE VENTS.
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...service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS)...for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. When the battery pack is not connected. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in the system and ...
...service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. Additional memory will automatically lock.To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS)...for this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. When the battery pack is not connected. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in the system and ...
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... plug-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the...feature for digital audio output. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Right Side 12 3 4 56 78 1 Headphone Output Jack ...
... plug-in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the...feature for digital audio output. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Right Side 12 3 4 56 78 1 Headphone Output Jack ...
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... re-writable (RW) capabilities. You can also eject the optical drive tray through this jack. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to cover the adapter and keep it away from... your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Ensure not to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD)...
... re-writable (RW) capabilities. You can also eject the optical drive tray through this jack. 4 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to cover the adapter and keep it away from... your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Ensure not to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD)...
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... lock that comes with your multimedia applications. The subwoofer allows you to sound an alarm when moved. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Some may damage the subwoofer jack or the Notebook PC. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible...to allow viewing on selected models) The proprietary subwoofer jack is used to connect the subwoofer that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Doing so may also include a motion detector to enjoy amazing bass (low frequency) ...
... lock that comes with your multimedia applications. The subwoofer allows you to sound an alarm when moved. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Some may damage the subwoofer jack or the Notebook PC. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible...to allow viewing on selected models) The proprietary subwoofer jack is used to connect the subwoofer that prevent the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Doing so may also include a motion detector to enjoy amazing bass (low frequency) ...