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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...16 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 ...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 ... Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Status Indicators 45 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...16 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 ...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 ... Windows Keys 42 Multimedia Control Keys 43 Switches and Status Indicators 44 Switches ...44 Status Indicators 45 Notebook PC User Manual
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...selected models 69 USB Charger+...72 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(on selected...and Safety Statements A-26 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-26 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-27 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-27 Notebook PC User Manual
...selected models 69 USB Charger+...72 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(on selected...and Safety Statements A-26 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-26 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-27 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-27 Notebook PC User Manual
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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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...for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Introducing the... tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this manual. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations...
...for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Vital information that must be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Introducing the... tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this manual. About This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations...
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... a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT use near...NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Except as described in fire. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the ...
... a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT use near...NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Except as described in fire. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any part of the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the ...
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...is powered ON with the rating. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. DO NOT throw... should only be used in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT use strong solvents such as...
...is powered ON with the rating. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. The symbol of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with any materials that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. DO NOT throw... should only be used in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT use strong solvents such as...
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... voltage: 100-240Vac Input frequency: 50-60Hz Rating output current: 3.42A(65W)/ 4.74A(90W) Rating output voltage: 19Vdc Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for . CAUTION! DC Fan warning Please note that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. The hard disk...retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the volume control as well as the equalizer to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. The Notebook PC's surface is still ON. Be careful not to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER...
... voltage: 100-240Vac Input frequency: 50-60Hz Rating output current: 3.42A(65W)/ 4.74A(90W) Rating output voltage: 19Vdc Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for . CAUTION! DC Fan warning Please note that may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. The hard disk...retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the volume control as well as the equalizer to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. The Notebook PC's surface is still ON. Be careful not to settings other than the center position may cause DANGER...
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... on long trips. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings. Airplane Precautions Contact your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Cover Your... Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it takes much ...
... on long trips. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings. Airplane Precautions Contact your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people walking through airport X-ray machines. Cover Your... Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Be aware that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it takes much ...
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Installing the Battery Pack 1 2 3 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 3 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 1 2 3 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 3 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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Opening the LCD display panel 1. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2.
Opening the LCD display panel 1. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2.
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Top Side The keyboard layout differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
Top Side The keyboard layout differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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... it is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from suspend mode. 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used with comfortable travel (depth at which provides...(use . 4 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. Two Windows function keys are provided to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Use the switch once to turn ON and once to help ease navigation in camera is easier on the eyes. Can...
... it is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from suspend mode. 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used with comfortable travel (depth at which provides...(use . 4 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. Two Windows function keys are provided to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Use the switch once to turn ON and once to help ease navigation in camera is easier on the eyes. Can...
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The battery pack size varies depending on model. Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.A softwarecontrolled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.
The battery pack size varies depending on model. Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.A softwarecontrolled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.
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...between locations. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it 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. 3 Battery Lock - ...or operation. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this spring lock must be held in operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the ...
...between locations. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it 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. 3 Battery Lock - ...or operation. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this spring lock must be held in operation. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Spring The spring battery lock is not connected. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the ...
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... memory in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. 4 Memory (RAM)... Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 18...
... memory in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for additional memory. 4 Memory (RAM)... Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 18...
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...Computer" and selecting Eject. 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to sound an alarm when moved. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) ,digital video discs (DVD) and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) and may also include a... the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object.Some may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Do not use the emergency ...
...Computer" and selecting Eject. 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to sound an alarm when moved. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) ,digital video discs (DVD) and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) and may also include a... the optical drive tray in various models with different optical drives. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object.Some may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Do not use the emergency ...
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Power supplied through this jack. Ensure not to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. Left Side 17" model 1 2 15" model 3 4 5 6 78 1 2 14" model 4 5 3 6 7 9 10 1 2 4 5 3 6 78 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use . The adapter may become warm to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
Power supplied through this jack. Ensure not to hot when in use the supplied power adapter. Left Side 17" model 1 2 15" model 3 4 5 6 78 1 2 14" model 4 5 3 6 7 9 10 1 2 4 5 3 6 78 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use . The adapter may become warm to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
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...use without additional adapters. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a digital television (DTV). Notebook PC User Manual 21 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may...receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, ...
...use without additional adapters. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a digital television (DTV). Notebook PC User Manual 21 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may...receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. 3 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is an uncompressed all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, ...