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User Manual - Page 3
...for the Touchpad 53 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 53 Storage Devices 55 Flash Memory Card Reader 55 Optical Drive...56 Hard Disk Drive 60 Memory (RAM 62 Connections...63 Network Connection 63 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 65 Antenna Connections (on selected models 67 Windows Wireless Network Connection 69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71
Appendix Optional...
User Manual - Page 13
...-in mono microphone can be used for video
conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
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Camera
The built-in camera allows picture taking or video
recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other
interactive applications.
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Display Panel
The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor.
The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which
provides...
User Manual - Page 14
... behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options."
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Status Indicators (top)
Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator...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...
User Manual - Page 17
... performance by decreasing hard disk access.
The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in
the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the
POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. 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...
User Manual - Page 19
... eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject.
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Wireless Switch
Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth
(selected models). When enabled, the wireless status
indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary
before use.
Notebook...
User Manual - Page 30
... 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 31
...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 Windows > 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 and...
User Manual - Page 34
... 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...
User Manual - Page 39
... 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...
User Manual - Page 40
... and is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models...display (OSD).
Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application.
Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter...
User Manual - Page 59
... 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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User Manual - Page 62
...-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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User Manual - Page 63
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...
User Manual - Page 77
... of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed.
Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to...
User Manual - Page 81
... 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...
User Manual - Page 84
... 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...
User Manual - Page 85
... 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...
User Manual - Page 86
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 "Start Easy Flash" function on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown....
User Manual - Page 87
.... Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices 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...
User Manual - Page 88
..."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...