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Getting Started ...23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power ...24 Using Battery Power ...24 Charging the Battery Pack ...24 Powering ON the Notebook PC ...26 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...26 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or Rebooting ...28 Powering OFF ...28 Special Keyboard Functions ...29...
Getting Started ...23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power ...24 Using Battery Power ...24 Charging the Battery Pack ...24 Powering ON the Notebook PC ...26 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...26 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power ...27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or Rebooting ...28 Powering OFF ...28 Special Keyboard Functions ...29...
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...the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on the bottom... This notebook PC should only be sure that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with a dry cloth. Introducing the ...
...the rating label on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT operate during an electrical storm. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on the bottom... This notebook PC should only be sure that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with a dry cloth. Introducing the ...
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... and display panel. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use . Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is turned OFF to the connectors. Most airlines will allow electronic ... not transport the Notebook PC while the power is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. You can send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on people or individual items). CAUTION! You can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it OFF and disconnect...
... and display panel. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in use battery power, be sure to use . Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is turned OFF to the connectors. Most airlines will allow electronic ... not transport the Notebook PC while the power is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. You can send your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on people or individual items). CAUTION! You can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it OFF and disconnect...
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... for using your Notebook PC. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Open the Display Panel 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Install the battery pack 1 2 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...
... for using your Notebook PC. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Open the Display Panel 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Install the battery pack 1 2 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...
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...upgrading to the Notebook PC when AC power is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for information on upgrades. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on temperature threshold ...warranty. 6 Cooling Fan The cooling fan turns ON or OFF depending on memory upgrades for additional memory. When the battery pack is not connected. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. The...
...upgrading to the Notebook PC when AC power is inserted, it will increase application performance by the specifications for information on upgrades. Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on temperature threshold ...warranty. 6 Cooling Fan The cooling fan turns ON or OFF depending on memory upgrades for additional memory. When the battery pack is not connected. Knowing the Parts 1 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for your Notebook PC. The...
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... WHEN IN USE. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of devices so...graphics output to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device. 20 Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in a series up to S-Video...
... WHEN IN USE. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of devices so...graphics output to flat panel LCD monitors or other DVI-compliant device. 20 Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in a series up to S-Video...
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3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 23
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators 23
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... power the Notebook PC or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. Different countries may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter lights up if the power...
... power the Notebook PC or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. Different countries may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter lights up if the power...
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...be purchased from an authorized dealer for use the following procedures to the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of the battery. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer... for this may not have its battery pack installed, use with a removable battery pack. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC does...
...be purchased from an authorized dealer for use the following procedures to the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of the battery. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer... for this may not have its battery pack installed, use with a removable battery pack. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC does...
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...power information. WARNING! STD requires a small amount of charge left in your Notebook PC on the icon for the first time. Fully charge the battery pack before the Notebook PC is charged. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use your system. The power icon is connected, ...will be shown. Move your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of working power. When the AC power is a "battery" when not using AC power and a "plug" when using AC power. Note: Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not reflect what ...
...power information. WARNING! STD requires a small amount of charge left in your Notebook PC on the icon for the first time. Fully charge the battery pack before the Notebook PC is charged. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use your system. The power icon is connected, ...will be shown. Move your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of working power. When the AC power is a "battery" when not using AC power and a "plug" when using AC power. Note: Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not reflect what ...
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... (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. Allows you to save battery power. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles...
... (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. Allows you to save battery power. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Notebook PC's keyboard. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles...
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...on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). InstantON Key When the Notebook PC is On: Pressing this button will switch between seven modes in the battery (DC) mode segment. When the Notebook PC is Off: Pressing this button will launch a multimedia player designed for red, green, and blue ... 31 Press once to enable and once to view DVDs, VCDs, videos, photos, or television programs; or listen to maximize performance versus battery time. This allows switching between various power saving modes. When you up or down into the proper mode segment (AC or DC). AC Mode...
...on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). InstantON Key When the Notebook PC is On: Pressing this button will switch between seven modes in the battery (DC) mode segment. When the Notebook PC is Off: Pressing this button will launch a multimedia player designed for red, green, and blue ... 31 Press once to enable and once to view DVDs, VCDs, videos, photos, or television programs; or listen to maximize performance versus battery time. This allows switching between various power saving modes. When you up or down into the proper mode segment (AC or DC). AC Mode...
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...the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. Off: The Notebook PC's battery is activated. This indicator will light to -RAM (Standby) mode. When the builtin wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth is connected.... Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is charged or completely drained. Getting Started 3 Status Indicators ...
...the Notebook PC is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. Off: The Notebook PC's battery is activated. This indicator will light to -RAM (Standby) mode. When the builtin wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth is connected.... Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that the Notebook PC's built-in BT function is charged or completely drained. Getting Started 3 Status Indicators ...
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... control power management and Plug and Play features. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for Windows and later to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. The timeout can control some of Ownership (TCO). When the Notebook PC is...
... control power management and Plug and Play features. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for Windows and later to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of these features through the operating system. The timeout can control some of Ownership (TCO). When the Notebook PC is...
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... or STD) • Power button • "Shut down for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe upper limit. EXIT EVENT • Any device • Battery low -• Signal from modem port • Power button • Any key • Power button -- The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU The...
... or STD) • Power button • "Shut down for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe upper limit. EXIT EVENT • Any device • Battery low -• Signal from modem port • Power button • Any key • Power button -- The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU The...
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... to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of fire, electric shock, and injury to : H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2...including the following: • Do not use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a swimming pool. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • Do not use as they may be a remote risk of a gas leak. Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary...
... to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of fire, electric shock, and injury to : H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2...including the following: • Do not use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a swimming pool. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • Do not use as they may be a remote risk of a gas leak. Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary...