Asus N61JV-JX088V User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualNovember 2009E5185

10Notebook PC User ManualOpening the LCD display panel1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb.2. Slowly tilt the display panel forwar

A-28Notebook PC User ManualPower Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe

Notebook PC User ManualA-29Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

A-30Notebook PC User ManualOptical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont

Notebook PC User ManualA-31Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

A-32Notebook PC User ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC User ManualA-33SpanishSwedish

A-34Notebook PC User ManualEuropean Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the follow

Notebook PC User ManualA-35This product is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents:7,416,423; 7,415,588; 7,413,402; 7,411,791; 7,408,85

A-36Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

Notebook PC User ManualA-37Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

A-38Notebook PC User ManualManufacturer ASUSTek COMPUTER INC.Address, City No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.CCountry TAIWANAuthorize

12Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.347658129

Notebook PC User Manual13 Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interac

14Notebook PC User Manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm

Notebook PC User Manual15Bottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.WARNING!

16Notebook PC User Manual Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted,

Notebook PC User Manual17 Hard Disk Drive Compartments The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retail

18Notebook PC User ManualRight Side123E-SATA456 7 8123 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC

Notebook PC User Manual1945E-SATA E-SATA Port External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of Serial-ATA devices originally designed for use in

2Notebook PC User ManualTable of ContentsTable of Contents ...

20Notebook PC User ManualLeft Side123OFFONEXPRESSHDMI3214 5 6 7 98 104 Power Indicator Kensington® Lock Ports The Kensington® lock ports allow the

Notebook PC User Manual21567 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or p

22Notebook PC User ManualFront Side11 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory

3Chapter 3: Getting Started

24Notebook PC User ManualPower SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. Th

Notebook PC User Manual25IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to powe

26Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of wo

Notebook PC User Manual27IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufactu

28Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning

Notebook PC User Manual29IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Not

Notebook PC User Manual3Status Indicators ...43Chapter 4: U

30Notebook PC User ManualYou will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually

Notebook PC User Manual31WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, i

32Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON.

Notebook PC User Manual33Emergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown y

34Notebook PC User ManualSleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe

Notebook PC User Manual35Thermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

36Notebook PC User ManualASUS Graphix Boost Technology_Switchable Graphics Technology (on selected models)ASUS Graphix Boost Technology allows you to

Notebook PC User Manual37The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the i

38Notebook PC User ManualCrossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will

Notebook PC User Manual39There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu

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40Notebook PC User ManualMultimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a

Notebook PC User Manual41SwitchesSwitches and Status Indicators Express Gate Key / Power4Gear Key (on selected models) Pressing this key will launc

42Notebook PC User Manual Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes.

Notebook PC User Manual43FrontStatus Indicators Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of th

44Notebook PC User Manual Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN. T

4Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC

46Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s s

Notebook PC User Manual47Using the TouchpadThe touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of u

48Notebook PC User ManualPress the left pointer button and release.Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad.Touchpad Usage IllustrationsClicking/Tappin

Notebook PC User Manual49Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing

1Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC

50Notebook PC User ManualTwo-finger pinching - Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out.Zoom inZoom outThree-finger

Notebook PC User Manual51The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

52Notebook PC User Manual2. Click ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB mouse plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration

Notebook PC User Manual53WARNING! To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows notification area before removing t

54Notebook PC User ManualExpansion CardOne 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm expansion card. This new interface is

Notebook PC User Manual55Removing an Expansion CardThe ExpressCard slot does not have an eject button. Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to ej

56Notebook PC User ManualOptical DriveInserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray w

Notebook PC User Manual573. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc’s center until the dis

58Notebook PC User ManualActual location will vary by model.Emergency ejectThe emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used t

Notebook PC User Manual591 2Hard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optica

6Notebook PC User ManualAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regarding the v

60Notebook PC User ManualRemoving the hard disk drivesInstalling the hard disk drives1 21 2

Notebook PC User Manual611 2Installing a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)Memory (RAM)Addition

62Notebook PC User ManualThe built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

Notebook PC User Manual63OFFONEXPRESSHDMITwisted-Pair CableThe cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called

64Notebook PC User ManualWireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

Notebook PC User Manual65Ad-hoc modeThe Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in

66Notebook PC User ManualWindows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

Notebook PC User Manual675. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on

68Notebook PC User ManualBluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

Notebook PC User Manual69 Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon.3. From Control Pa

Notebook PC User Manual7Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instr

70Notebook PC User Manual6. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next.7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and

Notebook PC User Manual71Antenna Connections (on selected models)This page shows multimedia connections for TV Tuner Models. TV and radio features req

72Notebook PC User ManualDTV antenna connectionConnect the provided digital TV antenna to the Notebook PC using the cable adapter. The digital TV ante

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A-2Notebook PC User ManualOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional) Attach

Notebook PC User ManualA-3Operating System and SoftwareThis Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed

A-4Notebook PC User ManualSystem BIOS SettingsBoot Device1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.: Select Scree n : Select Item Enter: Selec

Notebook PC User ManualA-5Security SettingTo set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password.2. Typ

A-6Notebook PC User ManualSave ChangesIf you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If

Notebook PC User ManualA-7Common Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.1. U

8Notebook PC User ManualSAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).

A-8Notebook PC User ManualHardware Problem - Built-in CameraThe built-in camera does not work correctly.1. Check “Device Manager” to see if there are

Notebook PC User ManualA-9Symptom & Solutions:A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance.B. Problem

A-10Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering.CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet befo

Notebook PC User ManualA-115. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You must backup

A-12Notebook PC User ManualSoftware Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file f

Notebook PC User ManualA-13Recovering Your Notebook PCUsing Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to

A-14Notebook PC User ManualRecover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two

Notebook PC User ManualA-15Using the Recovery DVD:1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON.2. Re

A-16Notebook PC User ManualDVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD title

Notebook PC User ManualA-17Region DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic

Notebook PC User Manual9Preparing your Notebook PCThese are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.Installing the Battery PackConnecting the Po

A-18Notebook PC User ManualInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw

Notebook PC User ManualA-19Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

A-20Notebook PC User ManualThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

Notebook PC User ManualA-21This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

A-22Notebook PC User ManualDeclarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

Notebook PC User ManualA-23(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

A-24Notebook PC User ManualCE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

Notebook PC User ManualA-25Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

A-26Notebook PC User Manual 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau

Notebook PC User ManualA-27UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect