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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006
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... ...9 2. 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 ...
... ...9 2. 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 ...
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Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring ... Power State Summary ...49 Thermal Power Control ...49 Stand by and Hibernate...50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories ...52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements ...58 Notebook PC Information ...70 3 Contents 4.
Using the Notebook PC ...35 Operating System ...36 Support Software ...36 Models with Napa chipset ...36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad ...37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ...38 Caring ... Power State Summary ...49 Thermal Power Control ...49 Stand by and Hibernate...50 Appendix ...51 Optional Accessories ...52 Glossary ...55 Declarations and Safety Statements ...58 Notebook PC Information ...70 3 Contents 4.
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Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 1.
Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 1.
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...do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 The following are used throughout this guide that you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the keyboard; User' s Man ual Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings...prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. [ ] Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be followed for completing tasks. TIP: Tips and...
...do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 The following are used throughout this guide that you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the keyboard; User' s Man ual Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings...prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and completely. NOTE: Tips and information for special situations. [ ] Text enclosed in the Notebook PC and how to optional accessories and gives additional information. Vital information that must be followed for completing tasks. TIP: Tips and...
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... (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. 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 ...remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as described in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions...
... (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. 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 ...remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will reduce air circulation such as described in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions...
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... your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport Xray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . Close the display panel and check that...disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is turned OFF to fully charge your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to ...
... your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on people or individual items). Most airlines will allow electronic use the Notebook PC on people walking through airport Xray machines. Most airlines will have restrictions for . Close the display panel and check that...disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's surface is turned OFF to fully charge your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to ...
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... by the display panel! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the ...table or else the hinges may break! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your...
... by the display panel! Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to the ...table or else the hinges may break! Read the later pages for using your Notebook PC. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for detailed information on using your...
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Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 2.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 9 3 4 5 8 6 7 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 9 3 4 5 8 6 7 12
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...to launch frequently used for both hands. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in section 3. Details are described in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Microphone (... XP, this button can also be used to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Can be used with its buttons is easier on selected models) The built-in section 3. 13 Knowing the ...
...to launch frequently used for both hands. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. Two Windows™ function keys are described in section 3. Details are described in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Microphone (... XP, this button can also be used to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Can be used with its buttons is easier on selected models) The built-in section 3. 13 Knowing the ...
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2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot.
2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 The bottom of the Notebook PC. 6 K 5 1 4 2 3 WARNING! High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. Do not use on this side of the Notebook PC can get very hot.
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...in the future. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be done by decreasing hard disk access. End-user removal of this Notebook PC to faster processors in a compartment. WARNING! Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be purchased as a ...single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive...
...in the future. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be done by decreasing hard disk access. End-user removal of this Notebook PC to faster processors in a compartment. WARNING! Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be purchased as a ...single unit. 5 Central Processor Unit (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive...
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...to run simultaneously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as specified later in sites or hubs. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) ...built-in memory card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components...
...to run simultaneously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as specified later in sites or hubs. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) ...built-in memory card reader that most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 2 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components...
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...speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in high-end digital equipment and should be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of... this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this feature to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port....
...speakers or headphones. Use this jack automatically disables the built-in high-end digital equipment and should be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of... this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 8 Combo SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Using this feature to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for Digital Video port....
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...offices can be connected or disconnected without a network. 3 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to run simultaneously on selected models) The infrared ...
...offices can be connected or disconnected without a network. 3 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other without restarting the computer. 2 Infrared Port (... (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is a direct line of sight to run simultaneously on selected models) The infrared ...
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When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the ... stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments.
When opening, do not force the display panel down to open the display panel. Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! 19 Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to the table or else the ... stereo headphones or speakers). WARNING! Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments.
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...hubs. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to flat panel LCD monitors or...AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to allow...
...hubs. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to flat panel LCD monitors or...AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is designed to maximize video graphics output to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. Use an S-Video cable (not provided) for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to allow...
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...RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 21 IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows ...convenient use without additional adapters. Some security products may also include a motion detector to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The internal modem supports up to be removed from a fixed object. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not...
...RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to sound an alarm when moved. 21 IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in connector allows ...convenient use without additional adapters. Some security products may also include a motion detector to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. The internal modem supports up to be removed from a fixed object. The built-in digital phone systems. Do not...