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... Devices 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 USB Charger+...75 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 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 65 Connections...66 Network Connection 66 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 68 Windows Wireless Network Connection 70 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 72 USB Charger+...75 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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... Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User 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 manual. Knowing the Parts...
... Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User 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 manual. Knowing the Parts...
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... battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
... battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
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... Notebook PC User Manual 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. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC...
... Notebook PC User Manual 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. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Manual The manual battery lock is installed. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. When the battery pack is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for this Notebook PC...
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... (USB 2.0). Notebook PC User Manual 21 See the marketing specifications for details on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in place of devices so that most peripherals can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in sites or hubs. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to...
... (USB 2.0). Notebook PC User Manual 21 See the marketing specifications for details on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in place of devices so that most peripherals can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in sites or hubs. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to...
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... 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites...
... 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is working under system power on mode. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Notebook PC is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites...
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... the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with an operating system. If you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. This record is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with any materials that controls the POST is created by using the BIOS Setup program...
... the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is not a problem with an operating system. If you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's test routine and is used to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. This record is installed as a carrying bag. In most cases the record should be presented with a boot menu with any materials that controls the POST is created by using the BIOS Setup program...
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This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. 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 remain powered. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next...
This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. 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 remain powered. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next...
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... power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key...
... power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key...
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... volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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. Notebook PC User Manual...
... volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). This allows switching 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. Notebook PC User Manual...
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... 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. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices...
... 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. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. To prevent data loss, use memory cards from devices...
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... a support disc that your hard disk drive is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 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 quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to its customers the choice of the support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC, or add functionality...
... a support disc that your hard disk drive is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 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 quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to its customers the choice of the support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC, or add functionality...
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...Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. The Administrator Password is only asked when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. 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. To clear the password...
...Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. The Administrator Password is only asked when you power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. 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. To clear the password...
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... ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. 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. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. To lock the USB interface: 1. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
... ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. 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. Select an interface you log in with Administrator privilege. To lock the USB interface: 1. If you set USB Interface to lock and click Lock. USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader UNLOCKED LOCKED [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] USB Interface : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
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... User Manual 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. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User...
... User Manual 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. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Administrator Password User Password Status NCrOeTatINe SNTeAwLLPEaDssword NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User...
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... system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - System...
... system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to an earlier date. 3. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If the problem still exist, contact your data to the latest version and try again. 3. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - System...
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You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Battery problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Hardware Problem - Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. D. A. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem caused by some viruses...
You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Battery problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! Hardware Problem - Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. D. A. FAN / Thermal Why is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem caused by some viruses...
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... FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. Aptio Setup Utility - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility.
... FS0 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Use the Start Easy Flash function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. ASUS Tek. Aptio Setup Utility - SVM Mode Legacy USB Support SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. You must Restore Defaults on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility.
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... of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 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. Notebook PC User Manual A-17...
... of setting up Windows on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert a blank writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to complete the recovery process. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. 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. Notebook PC User Manual A-17...
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... Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...
... Recovery DVD. 3. Restoring will be unusable. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your partitions will overwrite your hard drive.Ensure to confirm the system recovery. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities...