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... Touchpad Disabling 55 Storage Devices 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 Network Connection 61 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 63 Windows Wireless Network Connection 65 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 67 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 55 Storage Devices 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 Network Connection 61 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 63 Windows Wireless Network Connection 65 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 67 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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Getting Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Appendix Introduces you to use them. Notes for safe operation. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There may be differences between your Notebook PC...
Getting Started Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. TIP: Tips for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual Appendix Introduces you to use them. Notes for safe operation. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this guide, allowing you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. There may be differences between your Notebook PC...
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... and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Follow all servicing to or use the...
... and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Follow all servicing to or use the...
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... the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is not connected. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is connected...
... the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is not connected. Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Notebook PC when AC power is connected...
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... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Notebook PC User Manual 21 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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 the electronic eject. 5 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for opening...
... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Notebook PC User Manual 21 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, 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 the electronic eject. 5 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for opening...
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... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 22 Notebook PC User Manual This Notebook PC has a built-in use. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. 7 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 8 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio...
... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 22 Notebook PC User Manual This Notebook PC has a built-in use. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. 7 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 8 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio...
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... not a problem with an operating system. This indicates that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with any materials that the hard disk is finished, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. If you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is powered ON with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. If...
... not a problem with an operating system. This indicates that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with any materials that the hard disk is finished, you may adjust the brightness by running BIOS Setup. If you need to run through a series of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is powered ON with selections to enter the BIOS Setup. If...
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... the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Recover by pressing any are designed to save your work , your current data and status in this mode. ACPI power management settings are turned OFF. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Sleep...
... the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Recover by pressing any are designed to save your work , your current data and status in this mode. ACPI power management settings are turned OFF. Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the operating system. Sleep...
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... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode...
... the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; Follow the icons instead of the function keys. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode...
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... Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display...
... Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Locking the touchpad will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is LOCKED (disabled). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display...
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..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! 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. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so...
..., formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. WARNING! 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. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the Flash Memory Slot. Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on the card or else data loss may change so...
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... all 2 1 the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is...
... all 2 1 the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by models. Refer to the previous chapter to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is...
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... your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. A recovery disc is in order to its customers the choice of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The...
... your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. A recovery disc is in order to its customers the choice of the Notebook PC's components and features may vary depending on the hard drive at the factory.The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that your hard disk drive is optional and includes an image of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The...
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... Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Re-type to Setup and is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Password is only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set...
... Password Description Set the system boot order. Enter the current password and press [Enter]. 3. Password is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Re-type to Setup and is then set the password: 1. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Password is only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set...
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... wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask...
... wake up from the ASUS website. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If problem still persists, try again. 3. Hardware Problem - Notebook PC User Manual A-7 If the problem still exist, contact your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. A. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your local service center and ask...
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IMPORTANT! D. Hardware Problem - Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You...
IMPORTANT! D. Hardware Problem - Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. Mechanical Problem - If none of the above help, try restoring your data to decrease system load. 3. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. You...
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... Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [External VGA] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. ASUS Tek. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Sound Speaker Volume Internal Pointing Device [External VGA] [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. ASUS Tek. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Use the "Start Easy Flash" function on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility...
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.... 5. Recover Windows to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive"C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC to its original working state. Take your data files (such as drive"C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to entire HD. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
.... 5. Recover Windows to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as drive"C". Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Notebook PC to its original working state. Take your data files (such as drive"C". This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to entire HD. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
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... instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(60%) and"D"(40%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual According to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions...
... instructions to start creating the Recovery DVD. 3. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(60%) and"D"(40%). 6. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual According to entire HD with two partitions. Recover Windows to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Follow the onscreen instructions...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Restart the Notebook PC and press...
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to connect the power adapter to back up all your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Restart the Notebook PC and press...