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Page 1 - Notebook PC User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualJanuary 2011E6333Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

Page 2 - Table of Contents

10Notebook PC User ManualAirplane PrecautionsContact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrict

Page 3 - Appendix

A-24Notebook PC User Manual(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

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Notebook PC User ManualA-25CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

Page 5 - Notebook PC

A-26Notebook PC User ManualWireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

Page 6 - Notes for This Manual

Notebook PC User ManualA-27 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau

Page 7 - Safety Precautions

A-28Notebook PC User ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

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Notebook PC User ManualA-29Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe

Page 9 - Charge Your Batteries

A-30Notebook PC User ManualNordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

Page 10 - Airplane Precautions

Notebook PC User ManualA-31Optical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont

Page 11 - Preparing your Notebook PC

A-32Notebook PC User ManualMacrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

Page 12 - Turning on the Power

Notebook PC User ManualA-33CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseDownloaded

Page 13 - Knowing the parts

Notebook PC User Manual11Preparing your Notebook PCThese are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.Installing the Battery PackConnecting the P

Page 14 - Top Side

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Page 15 - 14” model

Notebook PC User ManualA-35European Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the follow

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A-36Notebook PC User ManualGlobal Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

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Notebook PC User ManualA-37EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

Page 18 - Bottom Side

A-38Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

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Notebook PC User ManualA-39Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

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12Notebook PC User ManualOpening the LCD display panel1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb.2. Slowly tilt the display panel forwar

Page 22 - Right Side

2Chapter 2: Knowing the partsDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.12346789513.3” modelDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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Page 25 - Left Side

16Notebook PC User Manual Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interac

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Notebook PC User Manual1767 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and pa

Page 27 - Front Side

18Notebook PC User ManualBottom Side21 135 4The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.

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Notebook PC User Manual19WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation o

Page 29 - Getting Started

2Notebook PC User ManualTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s Manual ...

Page 30 - Power System

20Notebook PC User Manual Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted,

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Notebook PC User Manual21 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retaile

Page 32 - Using Battery Power

22Notebook PC User ManualRight Side12HDMI4 51 2 3 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices s

Page 33 - Battery Care

Notebook PC User Manual23345 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards fro

Page 34 - The Power-On Self Test (POST)

24Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals

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Notebook PC User Manual25Left Side123 Kensington® Lock Port Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with

Page 36 - Checking Battery Power

26Notebook PC User Manual56 USB Port (3.0) (blue, on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.

Page 37 - Charging the Battery Pack

Notebook PC User Manual27Rear Side1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source a

Page 38 - Power Options

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Page 39 - Emergency Shutdown

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Page 40 - Power Management Modes

Notebook PC User Manual3Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PCPointing Device ...

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30Notebook PC User Manual13110V-220V2Power SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery powe

Page 42 - Thermal Power Control

Notebook PC User Manual31IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to powe

Page 43 - Special Keyboard Functions

32Notebook 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

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Notebook PC User Manual33IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufactu

Page 45 - Microsoft Windows Keys

34Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning

Page 46 - Keyboard as Pointers

Notebook PC User Manual35IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Not

Page 47

36Notebook PC User ManualYou will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually

Page 48 - Switches

Notebook PC User Manual37WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, i

Page 49 - Status Indicators

38Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON.

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Notebook PC User Manual39Emergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown y

Page 51 - Using the Notebook PC

4Notebook PC User ManualIC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ... A-25Wireless Operation Channel for Different Doma

Page 52 - Pointing Device

40Notebook PC User ManualSleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe

Page 53 - Using the Touchpad

Notebook PC User Manual41Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are

Page 54 - Touchpad Usage Illustrations

42Notebook PC User ManualThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

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Notebook PC User Manual43Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colore

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44Notebook PC User ManualLCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only ->

Page 57 - Automatic Touchpad Disabling

Notebook PC User Manual45Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes c

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46Notebook PC User ManualKeyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiv

Page 59 - Storage Devices

Notebook PC User Manual47Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a

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48Notebook PC User ManualSwitchesSwitches and Status Indicators Express Gate Key Pressing this button will launch Express Gate when the Notebook PC

Page 61 - Removing an optical disc

Notebook PC User Manual49Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the N

Page 62 - Using the Optical Drive

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Page 63 - Flash Memory Card Reader

50Notebook PC User Manual Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.

Page 64 - Hard Disk Drive

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Page 65 - Removing the hard disk drives

52Notebook 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

Page 66 - Memory (RAM)

Notebook PC User Manual53Using the TouchpadThe touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of u

Page 67 - Connections

54Notebook PC User ManualPress the left pointer button and release.Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad.Touchpad Usage IllustrationsClicking/Tappin

Page 68 - Twisted-Pair Cable

Notebook PC User Manual55Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing

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56Notebook PC User ManualTwo-finger rotating - Fix one fingertip on the touchpad and make an arc with the other to rotate the photo or the document you

Page 70 - Infrastructure mode

Notebook PC User Manual57The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

Page 71 - Connecting to a network

58Notebook PC User Manual2. Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in che

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Notebook PC User Manual59Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data sto

Page 73 - (on selected models)

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

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60Notebook PC User Manual3. 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

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Notebook PC User Manual61Actual location will vary by model.Emergency ejectThe emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used t

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62Notebook PC User ManualA CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted,

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Notebook PC User Manual63Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices

Page 78 - Optional Accessories

64Notebook PC User ManualHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d

Page 79 - Operating System and Software

Notebook PC User Manual65Removing the hard disk drivesInstalling the hard disk drivesThe hard disk drive of your Notebook PC may be secured by three o

Page 80 - System BIOS Settings

66Notebook PC User ManualMemory (RAM)Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized servi

Page 81 - Security Setting

Notebook PC User Manual67The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

Page 82 - Save Changes

68Notebook PC User ManualTwisted-Pair CableThe cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-thro

Page 83 - Common Problems and Solutions

Notebook PC User Manual69Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

Page 84 - Hardware Problem - Battery

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

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70Notebook PC User ManualAd-hoc modeThe Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in

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Notebook PC User Manual71Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

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72Notebook PC User Manual5. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on

Page 88 - Software Problem - BIOS

Notebook PC User Manual73Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

Page 89 - Recovering Your Notebook PC

74Notebook PC User Manual Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon.3. From Control Pa

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Notebook PC User Manual756. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next.7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and

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Page 92 - DVD-ROM Drive Information

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Page 93 - Region Definitions

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

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

Page 95 - Internal Modem Compliancy

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).

Page 96 - Non-Voice Equipment

A-4Notebook PC User ManualSystem BIOS SettingsBoot Device1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.: Se le ct S cr ee n : Se le ct Ite m Ent

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

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

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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

Page 100 - Declaration of Conformity

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

Page 101 - CE Marking

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

Page 102 - 2483.5 MHz

A-10Notebook PC User ManualCAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yo

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

Page 104 - UL Safety Notices

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

Page 105 - TV Tuner Notices

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

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Notebook PC User Manual9Transportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periphe

Page 107 - CDRH Regulations

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

Page 108

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

Page 109 - CTR 21 Approval

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

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

Page 111 - ENERGY STAR complied product

A-18Notebook PC User ManualBlu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)Region DefinitionsRegion ANorth, Central and South American countries, and

Page 112 - Takeback Services

Notebook PC User ManualA-19Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw

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A-20Notebook PC User ManualNetwork Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

Page 114 - Copyright Information

Notebook PC User ManualA-21This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

Page 115 - Service and Support

A-22Notebook PC User ManualThis information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

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Notebook PC User ManualA-23Declarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

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