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... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-20 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-22 Internal...
... Card Reader 59 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 63 Connections...64 Network Connection 64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 66 Windows Wireless Network Connection 68 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 70 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-10 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-16 Using Recovery Partition A-16 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models A-17 DVD-ROM Drive Information A-20 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models A-22 Internal...
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... damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Gives you to data, components, or persons. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components...
... damage to optional accessories and gives additional information. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Gives you to data, components, or persons. Notes for safe operation. Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you information on the Notebook PC's components...
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... NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Except as described in fire. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
... NOT disassemble the battery. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Except as described in fire. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. DO NOT press or touch the display panel...
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... manual lock to the unlocked position to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. 1 Battery Lock - Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Move the manual lock to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
... manual lock to the unlocked position to the Notebook PC when AC power is installed. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. 1 Battery Lock - Battery time varies by usage and by decreasing hard disk access. Move the manual lock to keep the battery pack secured. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades...
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.... Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio...
.... Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Notebook PC User Manual Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 2 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio...
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... to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it will be correct when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it back ON. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the system. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. Press [ESC] and you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
... to boot from your Notebook PC before turning it will be correct when you turn ON the Notebook PC, it back ON. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the system. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you may adjust the brightness by using the BIOS Setup program. Press [ESC] and you need to run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic...
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... in RAM while many components are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Because RAM is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
... in RAM while many components are turned OFF. This function stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. Because RAM is the same as Suspend-toRAM (STR). Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode. Sleep is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. By doing this mode.) Notebook PC User Manual...
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... the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The...
... the display panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; "ZZ" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on sleep button setting in power management setup). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) Notebook PC User Manual 39 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The...
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... speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). This allows switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON...
... speaker volume (only in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). This allows switching between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting up. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON...
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..., use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in order to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader...
..., use many flash memory cards as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. Notebook PC User Manual 59 Flash memory card specifications constantly change without warning. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in order to use memory cards from devices such as shown in the example below.The built-in memory card reader...
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... you require such a solution. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The choices and languages will...
... you require such a solution. If updates or replacement of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. The stability and compatibility of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 The choices and languages will...
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... Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 Boot Option #4 Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Network Device BBS Priorities Floppy Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P1: Hitachi HTS545...] [Generic-Multi-Card......] [P0: SlimTypeDVD A....] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American...
... Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Boot Option #3 Boot Option #4 Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Network Device BBS Priorities Floppy Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P1: Hitachi HTS545...] [Generic-Multi-Card......] [P0: SlimTypeDVD A....] : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American...
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... INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You will have Administrator rights. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 If ONLY the Administrator's password is set the password: 1. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
... INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. You will have Administrator rights. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 If ONLY the Administrator's password is set the password: 1. Password is then cleared. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility...
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... : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to enter the correct passwords. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will be altered when you fail to set the HDD password: 1. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility...
... : Set Master Password Set Master Password Set User Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to enter the correct passwords. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To set up the user password. 4. Password is one), then HDD user password when you power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will be altered when you fail to set the HDD password: 1. HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility...
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... assistance. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual If problem still persists, try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your...
... assistance. Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is not able to another location before recovering. 4. Optical Disc The optical disc drive is disabled. You must backup all your system using the recovery partition or DVD. Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - A-10 Notebook PC User Manual If problem still persists, try again. 3. Unknown Reason - Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try restoring your...
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... must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Adapter problem; A. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan...
... must backup all your system using the recovery partition or disc. Adapter problem; A. The problem may also be in the MB, HDD, or NB; A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Problem caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them to another location before recovering. You will see taskbar), close them . 4. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is the cooling fan...
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... Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - 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...
... Start Easy Flash ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume ASUS EASY OVER-CLOCK Internal Pointing Device [Disabled] [Static] [No] [4] [Turbo] [Enabled] Press ENTER to run the utility to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS. Software Problem - 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...
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....1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot or enter Setup. Press [F2] on selected models) Lock the secondary hard disk drive: For models installed two hard disk drives, you have Administrator rights. In Setup, the User will have to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing system recovery with two partitions. Recover Windows to entire HD with recovery DVD. 1. Copyright...
....1208. Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot order. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Follow the onscreen instructions to boot or enter Setup. Press [F2] on selected models) Lock the secondary hard disk drive: For models installed two hard disk drives, you have Administrator rights. In Setup, the User will have to lock the secondary hard disk drive before performing system recovery with two partitions. Recover Windows to entire HD with recovery DVD. 1. Copyright...
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... Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] SATA 2nd HDD Interface UNLOCKED LOCKED If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive...
... Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] [UNLOCKED] SATA 2nd HDD Interface UNLOCKED LOCKED If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.01.1208. Follow the onscreen instructions to create the Recovery DVD. Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to complete creating the recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive...
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... recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD...
... recovery. Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to start to confirm the system recovery. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to your important data before the system recovery. 5. Ensure to connect the power adapter to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will overwrite your hard drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6. Select OK to restore the image. 4. Insert the Recovery DVD...