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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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... and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Getting Started Gives you to use them. 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...
... and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Getting Started Gives you to use them. 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...
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... battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 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 any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Seek servicing...
... battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 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 any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. Seek servicing...
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... 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. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode. It also comes with a comfortable travel depth for typing and a palm rest for both hands. For more details, refer to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 17 A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
... 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. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode. It also comes with a comfortable travel depth for typing and a palm rest for both hands. For more details, refer to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual 17 A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides...
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... external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
... external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 22 Notebook PC User Manual This jack automatically detects the connecting device and switches functions. 2 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as additional plug-in a series up to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
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... an audio and/or video monitor. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single cable. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. HDMI supports...
... an audio and/or video monitor. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single cable. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge your mobile device via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without additional adapters. 6 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. HDMI supports...
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... Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with selections to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual When the test is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation...
... Notebook PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with selections to make a diagnostic check of a new operating system. 34 Notebook PC User Manual When the test is finished, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your available drives. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation...
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This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in RAM while many components are turned OFF. 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...
This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in RAM while many components are turned OFF. 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...
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... sleep button setting in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN...
... sleep button setting in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. "ZZ" Icon (f1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Windows software settings are necessary to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 43 Follow the icons instead of the function keys. Radio Tower (f2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN...
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... the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) fn+C: Toggles the "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function so you can switch between the touchpad buttons will prevent you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is...
... the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) fn+C: Toggles the "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function so you can switch between the touchpad buttons will prevent you enable the camera. 44 Notebook PC User Manual NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this function is...
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... on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. 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 Memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. 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...
... on Notebook PC model and memory card specifications. 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 Memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may occur. Memory card specifications constantly change without warning. 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...
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... connected device overheats, remove it immediately. If your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. It also shows how long your USB 3.0 charge port. USB Charger+ is defaultenabled in your Notebook PC can run on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. Performance mode The performance mode is available in your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. The standby time varies according to quick charge...
... connected device overheats, remove it immediately. If your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode. It also shows how long your USB 3.0 charge port. USB Charger+ is defaultenabled in your Notebook PC can run on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. Performance mode The performance mode is available in your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. The standby time varies according to quick charge...
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... provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that...
... provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC came pre-configured in good working state provided that your hard disk drive is necessary even if your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your retailer if you require such a solution. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that...
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...power on password and must be entered to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Re-type to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). 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 ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. To set...
...power on password and must be entered to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Re-type to Setup and is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). 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 ↑↓ : Select Item Enter : Select +/- : Change Opt. To set...
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...before setting the User Password. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps 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. Set HDD Master Password. *** Advisable to set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup...
...before setting the User Password. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps 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. Set HDD Master Password. *** Advisable to set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup...
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... 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 its factory default setting. • If the problem still persists, try again. • If the problem still exist, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. Troubleshooting...
... 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 its factory default setting. • If the problem still persists, try again. • If the problem still exist, contact your system using the system recovery partition function or the recovery DVD. The built-in camera does not work properly. • Check "Device Manager". • Try reinstalling the webcam driver. Troubleshooting...
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... in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. Install an anti-virus software to another location before doing the recovery process. 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 your system.Try to incompatible memory. • Remove software applications...
... in Windows Safe Mode. • Check your system for viruses. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. Install an anti-virus software to another location before doing the recovery process. 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 your system.Try to incompatible memory. • Remove software applications...
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...in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual 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 to its default settings. From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash...
...in battery mode [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. Connect your flash disk drive. 2. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual 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 to its default settings. From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash...
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... turn off your Notebook PC to back up files and automatically create your own recovery discs from your Notebook PC. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. If you have problems with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Using DVD Recovery (on your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". A-16 Notebook PC User Manual...
... turn off your Notebook PC to back up files and automatically create your own recovery discs from your Notebook PC. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. If you have problems with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Using DVD Recovery (on your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". A-16 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to recover your important data before the system recovery. 1. Using the Recovery D�V�D��: Do not restart or turn off your hard drive. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Restoring will be powered ON...
... your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Ensure to connect the power adapter to recover your important data before the system recovery. 1. Using the Recovery D�V�D��: Do not restart or turn off your hard drive. Ensure to restore the image. 4. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to complete creating the recovery DVD/BD or the ISO backup files. Restoring will be powered ON...
