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... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-20 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-22 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-24 Internal...
... Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-19 Using Recovery Partition A-19 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-20 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-22 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-24 Internal...
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... to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories...
... to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories...
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.... Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT...
.... Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT...
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.... 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly...
.... 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 22 Notebook PC User Manual Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of memory in a compartment. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is secured in the system and configures CMOS accordingly...
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... Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 3 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as a digital television (DTV). It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any 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...
... Notebook PC User Manual USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 3 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as a digital television (DTV). It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any 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...
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... message appears on the screen prompting you to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with the display. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is created by running BIOS Setup. This record is powered ON with selections to correct the conflict by using the hot keys.
... message appears on the screen prompting you to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with the display. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is created by running BIOS Setup. This record is powered ON with selections to correct the conflict by using the hot keys.
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... to be OFF in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and...
... to be OFF in this mode.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Hibernate is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and...
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... Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
... Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 46 Notebook PC User Manual "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
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... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9) (on selected models) Notebook...
... Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the 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 Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9) (on selected models) Notebook...
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... faster than most other files to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications.
... faster than most other files to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below. Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to various data storage devices. The built-in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Notebook PC User Manual 61 Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications.
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... hard drive at the factory. If updates or replacement of the support disc is optional and includes an image of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. The support disc...
... hard drive at the factory. If updates or replacement of the support disc is optional and includes an image of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working order. The support disc...
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... & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P2: Windows Boot Manager] [UEFI: USB 2.0 USB...] [USB 2.0 USB Flash] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
... & Exit Boot Configuration UEFI Boot Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 [P2: Windows Boot Manager] [UEFI: USB 2.0 USB...] [USB 2.0 USB Flash] Hard Drive BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10...
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... 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the...
... 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports CMOS Camera [UnLock] [UnLock] LocK UnLock USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be altered when you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the...
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.... Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to another location before recovering. 4. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Unknown Reason - If problem still persists, try again. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition...
.... Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to another location before recovering. 4. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Unknown Reason - If problem still persists, try again. 3. Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition...
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..., try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. visit a local service center for replacement. B. Adapter problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
..., try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. visit a local service center for replacement. B. Adapter problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is...
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... will be downloaded from viruses. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. CAUTION! Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to protect yourself from the ASUS website. These utilities and BIOS files can be an "Open policy file error" message. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Software Problem -
... will be downloaded from viruses. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. If additional memory was installed after system bootup. 1. CAUTION! Reinstall the latest version "Power4 Gear" utility to protect yourself from the ASUS website. These utilities and BIOS files can be an "Open policy file error" message. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Software Problem -
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... Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. ASUS Tek. Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Network Stack : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Notebook PC. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on...
... Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. ASUS Tek. Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Configuration USB Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Network Stack : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Notebook PC. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - You must Restore Defaults on...
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.... 4. Recover Windows to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from your data files (such as drive "C". Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press [F9] during bootup. 2. Take your Notebook PC to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to an authorized ASUS service...
.... 4. Recover Windows to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from your data files (such as drive "C". Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press [F9] during bootup. 2. Take your Notebook PC to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to an authorized ASUS service...
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... click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions "C" (40%) and "D" (60%). 6. A-20 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Recover Windows...
... click Start to create the Recovery DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions "C" (40%) and "D" (60%). 6. A-20 Notebook PC User Manual Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. This option deletes all partitions from your Notebook PC. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Recover Windows...
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.... 4. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Ensure to be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Restart...
.... 4. Restoring will be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Ensure to connect the power adapter to complete the recovery process. Ensure to be powered ON. 2. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Restart...