Asus N51VN - Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz driver and firmware
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User Manual - Page 3
... Control Keys (on selected models 38
4. Using the Notebook PC
Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 40 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 41 Caring for the Touchpad 42 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 42
Storage Devices 43 Expansion Card 43 Optical Drive 45 Flash Memory Card Reader 47 Hard Disk Drive 48 Memory (RAM 50
Connections 51 Network Connection 51 Wireless LAN Connection...
User Manual - Page 9
... display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel!
The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel > Power Options > System Settings...
User Manual - Page 13
... in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software.
2 Camera (on selected models)
The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications.
3 Microphone (Built-in)
The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
4 Light Sensor (on...
User Manual - Page 14
... keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system.
11 Touchpad and Buttons
The touchpad 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.
12 Fingerprint Scanner (on selected...
User Manual - Page 16
.... There is 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.
Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment
Some Notebook PC models...
User Manual - Page 19
... The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot...
User Manual - Page 21
... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
4 E-SATA E-SATA Port (on selected models)
External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of Serial-ATA devices originally designed for use inside the computer. It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for external storage solutions and is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and connectors up to two meters...
User Manual - Page 27
... 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...
User Manual - Page 40
... parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of... the pointer around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip instead of a standard desktop mouse. The following illustrations demonstrate proper...window up or down.
Scroll Up
Scroll Down
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User Manual - Page 46
...important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook...Audio CD
The optical drives can play audio CDs, but only 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...
User Manual - Page 50
...-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...
User Manual - Page 51
... RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN cable is required (Fast-Ethernet model). (Gigabit models support autocrossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.)
Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller.
Network Hub or Switch
Network cable with RJ-45 connectors
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User Manual - Page 68
... provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre-installed. The support disc does not include the operating system itself...
User Manual - Page 71
... the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website.
Hardware Problem - Built-in Camera
The built-in camera does not work correctly. 1. Check "Device Manager" to see if there are any problems. 2. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem. 3. If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try...
User Manual - Page 73
...-install them in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Check your system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery...
User Manual - Page 74
... found in your Driver & Utility CD that came with your Notebook PC. 3. Extract the BIOS file to a temporary location (such as the root in C:\) 4. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH a. Select the new BIOS image file. b. Confirm the selected BIOS information. Check the model, version, and data. c. Click Flash to initialize the BIOS updating procedure. d. Click Exit...
User Manual - Page 75
..., install NIS again, use "Live Update" and update the virus definition file.
3. Norton accidently blocks desired web pages or reduces download speeds. Change the security configuration to a lower level. NIS scans virus while downloading data so network speed will be decreased.
4. Cannot login to MSN or Yahoo messenger services. Make sure NIS has been updated and also update the Windows system...
User Manual - Page 76
... Problems and Solutions (Cont.)
9. Windows Firewall must be stopped before installing "Norton Internet Security" or "Norton Personal Firewall". How to stop Windows Firewall: 1. Click Start and then Control Panel. 2. You will have one of two control panels. Click on the Security Center icon. 3. Click on the Windows Firewall icon beneath the status updates. 4. Click Off and then click...
User Manual - Page 77
... delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition as drive "C". Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition. This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions "C" (60%) and "D" (40%). 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.
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User Manual - Page 78
... Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows Vista on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Link to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/937251/en-us for more details.
Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive (Notebook PC needs to be powered ON). 2. Restart the Notebook PC and press...