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... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models...
... Devices 58 Optical Drive (on selected models 58 Memory Card Reader 62 Hard Disk Drive 63 Memory (RAM 66 Network Connections 69 Wired Network Connections 69 Wireless Network Connections 71 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 75 USB Charger+...77 Instant On...77 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Troubleshooting A-10 Recovery options for your Notebook PC A-15 Using Recovery Partition A-15 Using DVD Recovery (on selected models A-16 DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models...
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... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. There may be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional...
... on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. There may be differences between your Notebook PC as follows: WARNING! Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to optional...
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DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose...
DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT expose...
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... included touchpad utility to allow quick access to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode. Notebook PC User Manual 17 For more details, refer to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. Press the power button once to turn ON and once to Windows, and control multimedia functions. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
... included touchpad utility to allow quick access to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode. Notebook PC User Manual 17 For more details, refer to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. Press the power button once to turn ON and once to Windows, and control multimedia functions. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
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.../Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB allows many devices...
.../Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones, or can be used to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in sites or hubs. USB allows many devices...
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.... HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Notebook PC User Manual 25 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI...
.... HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). Notebook PC User Manual 25 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI...
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... the installation of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with an operating system. If you turn it back ON. When the test is created by running BIOS Setup. If necessary, you to enter the BIOS Setup. This indicates that will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or...
... the installation of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with an operating system. If you turn it back ON. When the test is created by running BIOS Setup. If necessary, you to enter the BIOS Setup. This indicates that will display a message on the screen when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run the BIOS Setup to set or...
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... use the keyboard shortcut [fn f1] to see this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 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 volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Hibernate saves more power...
... use the keyboard shortcut [fn f1] to see this option. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to activate this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 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 volatile, it requires power to Sleep. Hibernate saves more power...
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...-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
...-RAM or Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in power management setup). stretches the screen area to -Disk depending on -screen-display. Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth...
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... the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled).
... the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (f12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Crossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled).
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... varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. Memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. The memory card is purchased separately. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
... varies depending on the card or else data loss may change without warning. Memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. The memory card is purchased separately. To prevent data loss, use the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
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...). Notebook PC User Manual 77 Performance mode The performance mode is available in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on sleep mode. If your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. USB Charger+ is defaultenabled in two seconds, even after your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. It allows the system to return to its last working state in your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB...
...). Notebook PC User Manual 77 Performance mode The performance mode is available in your ASUS Notebook PC that lets you save battery power while your Notebook PC is on sleep mode. If your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. USB Charger+ is defaultenabled in two seconds, even after your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. It allows the system to return to its last working state in your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB...
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... such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to its customers the choice of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities.
... such a solution. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in order to its customers the choice of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities.
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...the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). To set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑...
...the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). To set , then this only limits access to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑...
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... Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the user 's password is set up the user password. 4. On the Security screen, click Set...
... Defaults F10 : Save ESC : Exit Version 2.14.1219. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords *** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. A-8 Notebook PC User Manual If ONLY the user 's password is set up the user password. 4. On the Security screen, click Set...
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... or download it from sleep or hibernate mode. • Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore to restore the system to the latest version and try again. • If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The Hotkey function...
... or download it from sleep or hibernate mode. • Remove upgraded parts such as RAM, hard disk drive (HDD), WLAN/Bluetooth module if they were installed after purchase. • Run System Restore to restore the system to the latest version and try again. • If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual The Hotkey function...
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... memory was installed after system bootup. • Remove the additional memory. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". Reinstall the latest "Power4 Gear" utility which you have installed software applications recently, they may not be downloaded from the ASUS website. A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. These utilities and BIOS...
... memory was installed after system bootup. • Remove the additional memory. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". Reinstall the latest "Power4 Gear" utility which you have installed software applications recently, they may not be downloaded from the ASUS website. A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. These utilities and BIOS...
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... BIOS. 1. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press [Enter]. M����a�i��n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE...
... BIOS. 1. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press [Enter]. M����a�i��n� Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device Wake On Lid Open ASUS USB Charger+ in your flash disk drive. 2. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE...
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... Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you choose this option, insert a blank writable DVD/BD into the optical drive then click Backup. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Do not restart or turn off your Notebook PC. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition...
... Backup and Restore > AI Recovery Burner. 2. Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you choose this option, insert a blank writable DVD/BD into the optical drive then click Backup. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Do not restart or turn off your Notebook PC. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition...
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• Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery D�V�D��: Do not restart or turn off your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be unusable. Select OK to...
• Create ISO backup files for DVD. • Create ISO backup files for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery D�V�D��: Do not restart or turn off your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Blu-Ray disc. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be unusable. Select OK to...