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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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... you to use them. IMPORTANT! Notes for safe operation. 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 User's Manual: 1. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Getting Started Gives you...
... you to use them. IMPORTANT! Notes for safe operation. 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 User's Manual: 1. The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Getting Started Gives you...
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...servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook...to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the...
...servicing to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning the Notebook PC. DO NOT place on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook...to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Notebook PC User Manual Except as described in fire. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the...
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... functions as a desktop mouse. For more details, refer to turn ON and once to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is available after setting up from suspend mode. A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. It also comes with a comfortable travel depth for typing and a palm rest for both hands. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Press the power button once to turn...
... functions as a desktop mouse. For more details, refer to turn ON and once to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is available after setting up from suspend mode. A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. It also comes with a comfortable travel depth for typing and a palm rest for both hands. Notebook PC User Manual 17 Press the power button once to turn...
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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 supports hot-swapping of 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 supports hot-swapping of devices...
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... 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. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such 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). 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
... 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. Notebook PC User Manual 25 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such 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). 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports...
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... with a boot menu with any materials that the hard disk is powered ON with selections to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. This record is used to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is created 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 will first run the BIOS Setup to set or...
... with a boot menu with any materials that the hard disk is powered ON with selections to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it ON. This record is used to make a diagnostic check of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is created 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 will first run the BIOS Setup to set or...
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... are turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [fn f1] to keep (refresh) the data. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Recover by pressing any keyboard key except...
... are turned OFF. Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink while in this option.You can also use the keyboard shortcut [fn f1] to keep (refresh) the data. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 41 Recover by pressing any keyboard key except...
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... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on -screen-display...
... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on -screen-display...
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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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... loss may change so compatibility may occur. 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. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data 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
... loss may change so compatibility may occur. 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. SD Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data 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
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... you save battery power while your Notebook PC is defaultenabled in two seconds, even after your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. Performance mode The performance mode is on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. It also shows how long your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Notebook PC User Manual 77 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your USB 3.0 charge port.
... you save battery power while your Notebook PC is defaultenabled in two seconds, even after your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. Performance mode The performance mode is on standby using these two battery saving modes: Performance mode and Battery saving mode. It also shows how long your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Notebook PC User Manual 77 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your USB 3.0 charge port.
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... not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 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 retailer if you require such a solution. Some of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the installed operating system. If updates or replacement...
... not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 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 retailer if you require such a solution. Some of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the installed operating system. If updates or replacement...
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... set , then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
... set , then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. The Administrator Password is a power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). Re-type to enter and configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
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HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will be entered to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. To set , then this is a power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. 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 ...
HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will be entered to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. To set , then this is a power on password and must be asked for when entering Setup. 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 ...
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... 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. The optical disc drive is disabled. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD 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...
... 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. The optical disc drive is disabled. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD 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...
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... ASUS website. Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual You must back up all your data to protect the system from the ASUS website. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode...
... ASUS website. Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. • Try restoring your system using the system recovery partition or the recovery DVD. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual You must back up all your data to protect the system from the ASUS website. When I turn the power ON, my Notebook PC displays this message:"Open policy file error". A blue screen with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode...
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...Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press [Enter]. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility...
...Connect your flash disk drive. 2. 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. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 4. From the BIOS Setup program, click Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press [Enter]. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... restored if deleted. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. The Recovery Partition is a DVD Recovery process that allows you choose this option, insert a blank writable DVD/BD into the optical drive then click Backup. Choose from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Using DVD Recovery...
... restored if deleted. Click the ASUS icon on selected models) AI Recovery The AI Recovery is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. The Recovery Partition is a DVD Recovery process that allows you choose this option, insert a blank writable DVD/BD into the optical drive then click Backup. Choose from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C". Recover Windows to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with two partitions. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual Using DVD Recovery...
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... the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. 5. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to recover your hard drive. Select OK to complete the recovery process. If you choose to create ISO backup files, select the path where you can use them to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-17
... the onscreen instructions to confirm the system recovery. 5. Restoring will be powered ON. 2. Unstable power supply may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to recover your hard drive. Select OK to complete the recovery process. If you choose to create ISO backup files, select the path where you can use them to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-17