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... Touchpad Disabling 51 Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Hard Disk Drive 54 Memory (RAM 56 Connections...57 Network Connection 57 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 59 Windows Wireless Network Connection 61 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 63 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-16 Internal...
... Touchpad Disabling 51 Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Hard Disk Drive 54 Memory (RAM 56 Connections...57 Network Connection 57 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 59 Windows Wireless Network Connection 61 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 63 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-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-14 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-16 Internal...
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... notes have different degrees of this manual. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important...
... notes have different degrees of this manual. Appendix Introduces you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Important...
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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 or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or...
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 or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT expose to prevent discomfort or...
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... is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual Manual The manual battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 2 Battery Lock - Additional memory 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. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from...
... is used to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual Manual The manual battery lock is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 2 Battery Lock - Additional memory 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. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Only purchase expansion modules from...
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... drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on each model. 2 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for your Notebook PC. See the marketing specifications for details on hard disk drive upgrades for opening the tray. Only purchase hard disk drives from...
... drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on each model. 2 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for your Notebook PC. See the marketing specifications for details on hard disk drive upgrades for opening the tray. Only purchase hard disk drives from...
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... jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 18 Notebook PC User Manual The adapter may become warm to DC power for connection to a local network. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in connector allows convenient use with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
... jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 18 Notebook PC User Manual The adapter may become warm to DC power for connection to a local network. USB allows many devices to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in connector allows convenient use with some peripherals acting as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
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...flash memory cards. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Front Side OFF ON 1 2 3 2 1 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in highspeed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Windows software settings are software controlled. 3 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in stereo speaker system allows you to use . 2 Audio Speakers The built-in order to hear audio without additional attachments. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light...
...flash memory cards. Notebook PC User Manual 21 Front Side OFF ON 1 2 3 2 1 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in highspeed memory card reader that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Windows software settings are software controlled. 3 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in stereo speaker system allows you to use . 2 Audio Speakers The built-in order to hear audio without additional attachments. When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light...
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... a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with selections to correct the conflict by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of...
... a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST).The software that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 28 Notebook PC User Manual DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with selections to correct the conflict by using the BIOS Setup program. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of...
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... the hard disk drive. By doing this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 35 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is the same as Suspend-to "Sleep". Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption...
... the hard disk drive. By doing this mode. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 35 Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is the same as Suspend-to "Sleep". Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will be periodically refreshed and power consumption...
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... display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; OFF ON The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display...
... display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; OFF ON The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. 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.) Notebook PC User Manual 37 Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display...
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... connect an external monitor "before" booting up. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in order to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. 38 Notebook PC User Manual...
... connect an external monitor "before" booting up. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in order to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between different display color enhancement modes in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. 38 Notebook PC User Manual...
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... flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 53 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to various data storage devices. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Storage Devices Storage devices...
... flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 53 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other files to various data storage devices. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Storage Devices Storage devices...
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... the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and...
... the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your retailer if you require such a solution. If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. A recovery disc is optional and...
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... Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password...
... Password User Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password I/O Interface Security HDD Security Configuration: HDD 0:Hitachi HTS5 : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Type in ����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password...
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.... 2. A. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist...
.... 2. A. Unknown Reason - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. Hardware Problem - You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If the problem still exist...
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... operating system, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! Battery problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software...
... operating system, try restoring your data to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? IMPORTANT! Battery problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? 1. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software...
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... "Open policy file error" message. DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to the latest version with your problem. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. WARNING! If additional memory was installed...
... "Open policy file error" message. DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to the latest version with your problem. Remove additional memory. Check your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be compatible with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. WARNING! If additional memory was installed...
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... to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support Express Gate SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS Tek. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: U30Jc Version: T42...
... to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Intel Virtualization Technology VT-d Legacy USB Support Express Gate SATA Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS Tek. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: U30Jc Version: T42...
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... two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. IMPORTANT! A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. According to start creating...
... two new partitions"C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. IMPORTANT! A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the Window desktop. 2. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to complete creating the recovery DVD. According to start creating...
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Restoring will be unusable. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Ensure to do so...
Restoring will be unusable. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Unstable power supply may be powered ON. 2. Select OK to complete the recovery process. Select OK to start to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Ensure to do so...