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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual OFF ON ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK E3232 / Jun 2007
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual OFF ON ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK E3232 / Jun 2007
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... Rear Side 20 Front Side 21 3. Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29... Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 32 Keyboard as Cursors 32 Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
... Rear Side 20 Front Side 21 3. Getting Started Power System 24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Powering ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Charging the Battery Pack 27 Power Options 28 Power Management Modes 29... Hot Keys 30 Microsoft Windows Keys 32 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 32 Keyboard as Cursors 32 Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your...
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Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ...
Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 38 Using the Touchpad 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 39 Caring for the Touchpad 40 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 40 Storage Devices 41 ...
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Contents Table of Contents (cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Vista Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information
Contents Table of Contents (cont.) Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Vista Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 1.
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... notes have different degrees of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Vital information that you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the keyboard; IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the.... WARNING! Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. The following are major sections of this User's Manual. 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide that must...
... notes have different degrees of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. Vital information that you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on the keyboard; IMPORTANT! do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the.... WARNING! Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. The following are major sections of this User's Manual. 2. 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual You are used throughout this guide that must...
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... bag. Except as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that will increase the life of warm water and remove any part of... or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place or drop objects on your power adapter complies with any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose...
... bag. Except as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that will increase the life of warm water and remove any part of... or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place or drop objects on your power adapter complies with any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT expose...
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...through airport X-ray machines. Close the display panel and check that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to use the Notebook PC on long trips. CAUTION! The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of airport security...security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use . CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during ...
...through airport X-ray machines. Close the display panel and check that it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to use the Notebook PC on long trips. CAUTION! The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of airport security...security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use . CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. There are three main types of the hard disk surface during ...
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...! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON OFF ON IMPORTANT! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. tion on using your Notebook PC. 1. The power switch turns ON and OFF the...
...! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON OFF ON IMPORTANT! Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings. tion on using your Notebook PC. 1. The power switch turns ON and OFF the...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11 2.
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NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 23 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
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Do not rotate the camera upward past 35 degrees. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 ...
Do not rotate the camera upward past 35 degrees. 4 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 ...
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... THE HEAT. 14 NOTE: The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in... will vary depending on model. 1 2 3 6 4 5 WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
... THE HEAT. 14 NOTE: The bottom side may block the vents. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in... will vary depending on model. 1 2 3 6 4 5 WARNING! 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
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...or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is in the unlocked position. 3 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Cooling Fan The cooling fan removes ...excess heat depending on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of the air vents or else overheating may not be purchased as a...
...or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is in the unlocked position. 3 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 Cooling Fan The cooling fan removes ...excess heat depending on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of the air vents or else overheating may not be purchased as a...
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... monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 45 6 1 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air...
... monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 45 6 1 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air...
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The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in this manual. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 17 This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
The built-in order to use memory cards from devices such as specified later in this manual. 2 Knowing the Parts 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 17 This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
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You can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This indicator will light in proportion to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically ... compliant devices for opening the tray. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 234 56 78 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) ...
You can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. This indicator will light in proportion to amplified speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically ... compliant devices for opening the tray. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the Notebook PC. 1 234 56 78 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) ...
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... support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The...
... support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with two pins is larger than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The...
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...supplied power adapter. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be secured using Kensington® com- To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that most... peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). BE SURE...
...supplied power adapter. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be secured using Kensington® com- To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use when moving temporarily between locations. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that most... peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). BE SURE...