Asus K50IJ - F1B - Core 2 Duo GHz driver and firmware
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... 51 Storage Devices 53 Flash Memory Card Reader 53 Optical Drive...54 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 Network Connection 61 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 63 Windows Wireless Network Connection 65 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 67
Appendix Optional Accessories A-2
Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3
System BIOS...
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... with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.
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Status Indicators (front)
Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3.
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... no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
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Hard Disk Drive Compartments
The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment...
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... the BIOS version can be seen. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives.
Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display.
IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive...
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...drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. To run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the Tools tab > click Check Now > click Start.You can also select "Scan ... sectors" for more effective scan...
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... can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." For other options, such as "Switch User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down," click the arrowhead next to the lock icon.
Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box...
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... mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup).
Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles 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.
Sun Down...
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... modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD).
Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows "Calculator" application.
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Power Indicator
The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-toRAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode.
Bluetooth / Wireless... the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator will also light. (Windows software settings are necessary.)
Number...
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... and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software.
Pointer Movement
Right Click
Left Click
IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad...
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... the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending on the DVD audio disc and installed software, it may require that you open a DVD player to listen to DVD audio. You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon in the Notification area.
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...-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory.
Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card:
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(This is only an example.)
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Connections
The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.
Network Connection
Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T speeds, your network cable must be category 5 or...
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... recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC's operating system to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Contact your retailer if you require such a solution.
Some of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed.
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... latest version and try again. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and
try again. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and
ask an engineer for assistance.
Unknown Reason - System Unstable Cannot wake up from the hibernation.
1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after...
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... to incompatible memory.
2. Un-install software applications. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with your system.Try to un-install them in Windows Safe Mode.
3. Check your system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with Easy Flash in
Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website...
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... to another location before recovering.
CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses.
Ensure that you install the "Intel INF Update" and "ATKACPI" drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized.
6. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an...
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Software Problem - BIOS Updating the BIOS.
1. 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.
2. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC.
3. Use the "Easy Flash" function on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown.
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...state. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings).
About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC...
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..."C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
Using Recovery DVD (on selected models)
Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the Window
desktop. 2. Insert a blank
writable DVD into the optical drive and click Start to start creating the...