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... Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 Special Keyboard Functions 27 Colored Hot Keys 27 Microsoft Windows Keys 29 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 29 Keyboard as Cursors 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on...
... Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 Special Keyboard Functions 27 Colored Hot Keys 27 Microsoft Windows Keys 29 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 29 Keyboard as Cursors 29 Switches and Status Indicators 30 Switches 30 Status Indicators 32 Multimedia Control Keys (on...
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... Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Open the Display Panel...
... Notebook PC. Install the battery pack 3 1 2. Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the table or else the hinges may break! Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IMPORTANT! Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 3. Open the Display Panel...
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... the built-in camera is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Instant Keys Instant keys allow easy Windows or web navigation. Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 3. 9 Status ... travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Two Windows function keys are described in the Windows operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses...
... the built-in camera is in use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 5 Instant Keys Instant keys allow easy Windows or web navigation. Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 3. 9 Status ... travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. Two Windows function keys are described in the Windows operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with one push of desktop monitors. The Notebook PC uses...
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... allows convenient use . 16 (continued on next page) The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. IMPORTANT! USB allows many devices to a local network. Windows software settings are necessary before use without additional adapters. 2 Modem Port (on selected models) The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than...
... allows convenient use . 16 (continued on next page) The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. IMPORTANT! USB allows many devices to a local network. Windows software settings are necessary before use without additional adapters. 2 Modem Port (on selected models) The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than...
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You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows™ "My Computer." 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to identify the components on each model. 2 Optical Drive ...
You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows™ "My Computer." 3 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to identify the components on each model. 2 Optical Drive ...
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...called the Power-On Self Test (POST). If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it ON. To run Windows disk checking program. Press [ESC] and you receive the Notebook PC. NOTE: Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is finished,... record is given during bootup after turning OFF your available drives. If warnings are still given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Window's disk checking program: (1) right-click any materials that is used to also check for servicing. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC...
...called the Power-On Self Test (POST). If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it ON. To run Windows disk checking program. Press [ESC] and you receive the Notebook PC. NOTE: Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is finished,... record is given during bootup after turning OFF your available drives. If warnings are still given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Window's disk checking program: (1) right-click any materials that is used to also check for servicing. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC...
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3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of working power. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours to fully ... is depleted. When the AC power is connected, charging status will have to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Suspend-to -RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is low. The battery charge light turns OFF when the...
3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of working power. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours to fully ... is depleted. When the AC power is connected, charging status will have to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Suspend-to -RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is low. The battery charge light turns OFF when the...
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...PC: (1) Hold the power button over 4 seconds, or (2) Press the shutdown button . For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, Windows NT), you may be prompted to restart the system. Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are... different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds is being written; Holding the power switch for 2 ...
...PC: (1) Hold the power button over 4 seconds, or (2) Press the shutdown button . For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, Windows NT), you may be prompted to restart the system. Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are... different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds is being written; Holding the power switch for 2 ...
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...and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell ... keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes. The ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the ...
...and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell ... keys may vary depending on sleep button setting in suspend mode (either Save-to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes. The ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the ...
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...at the bottom left of the cursor keys shown below . For example [Fn][8] for up . NOTE: The arrow symbols are two special Windows keys on a Windows object. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in order to pressing the right mouse button on the keyboard as shown in...an external keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on both keyboards simultaneously. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the upper right hand corner of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. With ...
...at the bottom left of the cursor keys shown below . For example [Fn][8] for up . NOTE: The arrow symbols are two special Windows keys on a Windows object. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in order to pressing the right mouse button on the keyboard as shown in...an external keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on both keyboards simultaneously. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the upper right hand corner of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. With ...
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3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Instant Fun PLUS Pressing this button will launch a media player application to maximize performance versus battery time. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, ... external mouse (pointing device). Locking the touchpad will prevent you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is best used with a TV tuner); When you from accidentally moving the cursor while typing and is running. Battery Mode AC Mode Internet Launch Key...
3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Instant Fun PLUS Pressing this button will launch a media player application to maximize performance versus battery time. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, ... external mouse (pointing device). Locking the touchpad will prevent you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is best used with a TV tuner); When you from accidentally moving the cursor while typing and is running. Battery Mode AC Mode Internet Launch Key...
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... when the display panel is opened. Switches and Status Indicators Switches (Cont.) 3 Getting Started ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. In Windows XP, this button can also be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. 31
... when the display panel is opened. Switches and Status Indicators Switches (Cont.) 3 Getting Started ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. In Windows XP, this button can also be used to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Use the... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. 31
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...until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The support CD is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in Windows Control Panel - A recovery CD is in good working state provided that your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that...Mouse Properties - The support CD contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as Microsoft Windows XP. If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. The recovery CD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the ...
...until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The support CD is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in Windows Control Panel - A recovery CD is in good working state provided that your dealer for all popular operating systems including those that...Mouse Properties - The support CD contains all drivers, utilities and software for web sites to provide additional software not included as Microsoft Windows XP. If updates or replacement of the factory pre-install. The recovery CD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the ...
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... system launches the corresponding program. Double-Clicking Double-Tapping Press the left cursor button and release. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel "Mouse." Clicking Tapping Press the left button twice and release. 38 Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. This is too long, the operation...
... system launches the corresponding program. Double-Clicking Double-Tapping Press the left cursor button and release. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel "Mouse." Clicking Tapping Press the left button twice and release. 38 Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. This is too long, the operation...
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.... • Do not rest heavy objects on touchpad during second strike. Dragging-Clicking Dragging-Tapping Hold left button depressed, moving the cursor to allow easy Windows or web navigation. NOTE: The touchpad responds to movement not to allow comfortable clicking and tapping. 4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Or, you wish. Lightly... touchpad. Dragging means to pick up the included touchpad utility to force. Caring for , it anywhere on the screen you can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to the desired location, then release the button.
.... • Do not rest heavy objects on touchpad during second strike. Dragging-Clicking Dragging-Tapping Hold left button depressed, moving the cursor to allow easy Windows or web navigation. NOTE: The touchpad responds to movement not to allow comfortable clicking and tapping. 4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Or, you wish. Lightly... touchpad. Dragging means to pick up the included touchpad utility to force. Caring for , it anywhere on the screen you can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to the desired location, then release the button.
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...by model. To decrease vibration, use the emergency eject in place regardless of a CD disc in the same area. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Note: Make sure not to eject the optical drive tray in mind the important safety ... in case the electronic eject does not work. When inserting a CD, it may require that nothing can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows™ speaker icon on the optical drive and is normal for all high-speed optical drives due to prevent damage. You can be present regardless...
...by model. To decrease vibration, use the emergency eject in place regardless of a CD disc in the same area. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Note: Make sure not to eject the optical drive tray in mind the important safety ... in case the electronic eject does not work. When inserting a CD, it may require that nothing can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows™ speaker icon on the optical drive and is normal for all high-speed optical drives due to prevent damage. You can be present regardless...
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...Note: If your mobile phone's capabilities, you should see Bluetooth Settings. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with built-in the window. 47 or use it . You may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled...Internet or network connections. t 1ㄅ ㄉㄚ 4gㄆ ㄊㄛ 7p ㄇ ㄜㄋ a/A Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Click New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon if available. Launch Bluetooth ...
...Note: If your mobile phone's capabilities, you should see Bluetooth Settings. Depending on selected models) Notebook PCs with built-in the window. 47 or use it . You may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled...Internet or network connections. t 1ㄅ ㄉㄚ 4gㄆ ㄊㄛ 7p ㄇ ㄜㄋ a/A Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Click New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon if available. Launch Bluetooth ...
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... each individual computer system has a unique signature initialized during the silicon manufacturing process that can launch the Security Platform application from Windows "Control Panel". When the Security Platform is useful as a security device. TPM Applications TPM is useful for the first time...protection capabilities and protect against email/privacy concerns. Note: The TPM is a hardware-based solution that is interested in the Windows taskbar. The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to...
... each individual computer system has a unique signature initialized during the silicon manufacturing process that can launch the Security Platform application from Windows "Control Panel". When the Security Platform is useful as a security device. TPM Applications TPM is useful for the first time...protection capabilities and protect against email/privacy concerns. Note: The TPM is a hardware-based solution that is interested in the Windows taskbar. The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to...
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... PC operates in their lowest active state. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI) was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the power... switch (just like Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on demand. The Notebook PC enters "Stand by " (STR) and "Hibernation" ...
... PC operates in their lowest active state. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI) was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the power... switch (just like Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on demand. The Notebook PC enters "Stand by " (STR) and "Hibernation" ...
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These power control cannot be configured by " through Windows Start button EXIT EVENT • Any device • Battery low • Signal from modem port • Power button or any key • Power button • ... CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit. • The system shut down " through Windows Start button • Timer as set though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Hotkey (see "Colored Hotkeys" under "Special Keyboard Functions" in the previous section) • Hotkey (see...
These power control cannot be configured by " through Windows Start button EXIT EVENT • Any device • Battery low • Signal from modem port • Power button or any key • Power button • ... CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit. • The system shut down " through Windows Start button • Timer as set though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Hotkey (see "Colored Hotkeys" under "Special Keyboard Functions" in the previous section) • Hotkey (see...