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...Front Side...23 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 Power Management... Modes 36 Sleep and Hibernate 36 Thermal Power Control 37 ASUS Graphix Boost Technology_Switchable Graphics Technology (on selected models 38 Special Keyboard Functions 39 Colored Hot Keys 39 Microsoft Windows Keys 41 Multimedia ...
...Front Side...23 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 28 Battery Care...29 Powering ON the Notebook PC 30 The Power-On Self Test (POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 Power Management... Modes 36 Sleep and Hibernate 36 Thermal Power Control 37 ASUS Graphix Boost Technology_Switchable Graphics Technology (on selected models 38 Special Keyboard Functions 39 Colored Hot Keys 39 Microsoft Windows Keys 41 Multimedia ...
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Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 48 Using the Touchpad 49 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 50 Caring for the Touchpad 53 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash ... 70 Antenna Connections (on selected models 73 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 Modem Compliancy A-18 Declarations and Safety...
Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 48 Using the Touchpad 49 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 50 Caring for the Touchpad 53 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash ... 70 Antenna Connections (on selected models 73 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 Modem Compliancy A-18 Declarations and Safety...
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...degrees of this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be followed to ... for completing tasks. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons....
...degrees of this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you to use them. Please accept your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be followed to ... for completing tasks. Notes for special situations. Notebook PC User Manual The following are major sections of importance as being correct. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to data, components, or persons....
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... near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and ...remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on your lap or any foreign objects into the...
... near liquids, rain, or moisture. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Notebook PC User Manual Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and ...remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on your lap or any foreign objects into the...
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...in environments with the rating. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°...;C (95°F). SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should not be placed in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product...
...in environments with the rating. This product has been designed to the rating label on or near the surface. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°...;C (95°F). SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should not be placed in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product...
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Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 1 2 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 2 E-SATA HDMI 1 3 3 110v-220v Notebook PC User Manual
Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 1 2 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 2 E-SATA HDMI 1 3 3 110v-220v Notebook PC User Manual
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Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 10 Notebook PC User Manual Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Opening the LCD display panel 1.
Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to adjust the LCD brightness. 10 Notebook PC User Manual Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Opening the LCD display panel 1.
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Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 Notebook PC User Manual
Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 Notebook PC User Manual
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...Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on the eyes. Notebook PC User Manual 13 Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in section 3. 6 Keyboard ...to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Details are provided to turn ON and once to help ease navigation in camera allows ...
...Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The power switch only works when the display panel is easier on the eyes. Notebook PC User Manual 13 Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in section 3. 6 Keyboard ...to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. Details are provided to turn ON and once to help ease navigation in camera allows ...
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See indicator details in Chapter 3. 14 Notebook PC User Manual A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 8 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions.
See indicator details in Chapter 3. 14 Notebook PC User Manual A software-controlled scrolling function is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 8 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions.
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High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Bottom Side The bottom side may block the vents. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation.
High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Bottom Side The bottom side may block the vents. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 WARNING! DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Notebook PC User Manual 15 Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may vary in operation.
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...is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 ... purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. When the battery pack is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. ...
...is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 16 Notebook PC User Manual The BIOS automatically detects the amount of this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 ... purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of memory in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is installed. When the battery pack is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. ...
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Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your multimedia applications. 6 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in sub-woofer speaker allows you to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to enjoy amazing bass (low frequency) sounds in your Notebook PC. 5 Audio Sub-Woofer The built-in a compartment. Notebook PC User Manual 17
Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your multimedia applications. 6 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in sub-woofer speaker allows you to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to enjoy amazing bass (low frequency) sounds in your Notebook PC. 5 Audio Sub-Woofer The built-in a compartment. Notebook PC User Manual 17
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...jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Right Side ANT. 123 4 5 6 7 8 1 Headphone Output Jack The ... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Using this feature for digital audio output. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to...
...jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Right Side ANT. 123 4 5 6 7 8 1 Headphone Output Jack The ... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 18 Notebook PC User Manual Using this feature for digital audio output. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to...
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..., 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). Notebook PC User Manual 19 The notebook supports dual headphone output when you plug headphones to any two of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without...
..., 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). Notebook PC User Manual 19 The notebook supports dual headphone output when you plug headphones to any two of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without...
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... the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Use the provided adapter for use with coaxial connectors. 7 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) and may have recordable (R) ...light color changes with the GPU mode you selected (on each model. 8 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 6 Antenna Input (on selected models) ...
... the Suspend-to -Disk (Hibernation) mode. Use the provided adapter for use with coaxial connectors. 7 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) and may have recordable (R) ...light color changes with the GPU mode you selected (on each model. 8 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 6 Antenna Input (on selected models) ...
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... air vents or else overheating may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power Indicator 3 Air Vents The air vents allow the Notebook PC to cover the adapter and keep it away from a fixed object. Be sure not to be removed from your body. Left Side E-SATA HDMI... 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Kensington® Lock Ports The Kensington® lock ports allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Some may occur. 4 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to be secured using Kensington® compatible...
... air vents or else overheating may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power Indicator 3 Air Vents The air vents allow the Notebook PC to cover the adapter and keep it away from a fixed object. Be sure not to be removed from your body. Left Side E-SATA HDMI... 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Kensington® Lock Ports The Kensington® lock ports allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Some may occur. 4 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to be secured using Kensington® compatible...
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... eight pins is larger than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for external storage solutions and is available to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 11 USB Port (2.0) 22 Notebook PC User Manual It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and...
... eight pins is larger than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for external storage solutions and is available to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. 11 USB Port (2.0) 22 Notebook PC User Manual It transmits all -digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and...