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... Using Battery Power 26 Battery Care...26 Powering ON the Notebook PC 27 The Power-On Self Test (POST 27 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 30 Power Options 31 Power Management Modes 33 Sleep and Hibernate 33 Thermal Power Control 34 Special Keyboard Functions 35 Colored Hot Keys 35 Microsoft Windows Keys 37 Status Indicators 38 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 41 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 42 Caring for the Touchpad 45 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 45 Notebook PC User Manual
... Using Battery Power 26 Battery Care...26 Powering ON the Notebook PC 27 The Power-On Self Test (POST 27 Checking Battery Power 29 Charging the Battery Pack 30 Power Options 31 Power Management Modes 33 Sleep and Hibernate 33 Thermal Power Control 34 Special Keyboard Functions 35 Colored Hot Keys 35 Microsoft Windows Keys 37 Status Indicators 38 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 41 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 42 Caring for the Touchpad 45 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 45 Notebook PC User Manual
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Connecting External Display Monitor 48 Storage Devices 49 Flash Memory Card Reader 49 Connections...50 Network Connection 50 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 52 Windows Wireless Network Connection 54 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 56 USB Charger+...59 Instant On ...60 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 ...
Connecting External Display Monitor 48 Storage Devices 49 Flash Memory Card Reader 49 Connections...50 Network Connection 50 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 52 Windows Wireless Network Connection 54 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 56 USB Charger+...59 Instant On ...60 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 ...
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... complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There...
... complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. There...
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... NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the...
... NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Notebook PC User Manual Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the...
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... to spare to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. 2 HDMI Micro-HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Right Side 13.3" model 11.6" model 12 3 4 5 12 4 5 1 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the...
... to spare to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. 2 HDMI Micro-HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Right Side 13.3" model 11.6" model 12 3 4 5 12 4 5 1 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the...
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... external display. 4 USB Port (3.0) 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 a series up to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. 5 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to hot when in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Power supplied through this jack. USB allows many devices to...
... external display. 4 USB Port (3.0) 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 a series up to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. 5 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to hot when in sites or hubs. Notebook PC User Manual 19 Power supplied through this jack. USB allows many devices to...
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... 1 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 a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Headphone Output This jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to switch the audio jack function. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
... 1 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 a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Headphone Output This jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to switch the audio jack function. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
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...Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be used . WARNING! If there is ideal that the battery be further extended by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. 26 Notebook PC User Manual...fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. A fully charged will eventually decrease and a new battery must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C ...
...Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be used . WARNING! If there is ideal that the battery be further extended by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. 26 Notebook PC User Manual...fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. A fully charged will eventually decrease and a new battery must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C ...
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... the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run through a series of a new operating system. This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with the display. If necessary, you need to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
... the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to run through a series of a new operating system. This indicates that controls the POST is installed as a carrying bag. If you may get a message reporting "No operating system found" if the hard disk was not preloaded with the display. If necessary, you need to enter the BIOS Setup. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned...
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Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option.You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. The power management features are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 33 ACPI power management settings are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate...
Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this option.You can define "Sleep/Hibernate" or "Shut Down" for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. The power management features are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status in this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual 33 ACPI power management settings are not saved. "Sleep" and "Hibernate...
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...the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD...
...the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on sleep button setting in power management setup). "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD...
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... actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 49 IMPORTANT! WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models...
... actual location of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Notebook PC User Manual 49 IMPORTANT! WARNING! Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may occur. Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other forms of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models...
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...configured in order to provide additional software not included as part 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 original working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is optional...
...configured in order to provide additional software not included as part 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 original working state provided that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to download individual software drivers and utilities. If updates or replacement of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that your hard disk drive is optional...
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... Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Password is then cleared. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Leave the Create New Password...
... Password Status NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password User Password HDD User Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. To set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Password is then cleared. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Password is then set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to confirm the password and press [Enter]. 4. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Leave the Create New Password...
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Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery drive. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 You must...
Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. A. If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery drive. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the hibernation. 1. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to the latest version and try restoring your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 You must...
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... restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. Adapter problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. B. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? Notebook PC User Manual A-9 visit a local service center for repair. Problem caused...
... restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to check whether a Notebook PC is air flow from the main air vent. 2. Symptom & Solutions: A. Adapter problem; Wireless Card How to another location before recovering. B. Battery problem; Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is equipped with a wireless card? Notebook PC User Manual A-9 visit a local service center for repair. Problem caused...
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... Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. 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 downloaded from viruses. Unknown Reason - Un-install software applications. A. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with your problem. WARNING! A-10 Notebook PC User Manual It is due to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. These utilities...
... Flash in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. 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 downloaded from viruses. Unknown Reason - Un-install software applications. A. Blue screen with white text A blue screen with your problem. WARNING! A-10 Notebook PC User Manual It is due to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. These utilities...
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... SATA Configuration Intel(R) AT Configurations [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disable] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. ASUS Tek. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: UX21 Version: 103 Build Date: Sep 16 2010 New Platform...
... SATA Configuration Intel(R) AT Configurations [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disable] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. ASUS Tek. Software Problem - Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: Generic Flash Type Current Platform Platform: UX21 Version: 103 Build Date: Sep 16 2010 New Platform...
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... create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may vary by region or country. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
... create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Using Recovery DVD (on the Window desktop. 2. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Follow the onscreen instructions to Microsoft, you may vary by region or country. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD...
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... recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start...
... recovery. Using the Recovery D��V�D�:� 1. Ensure to connect the power adapter to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive.Your Notebook PC needs to be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press [Enter] to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Restoring will overwrite your partitions will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Select OK to start...