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10Notebook PC User ManualCover Your Notebook PCPurchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.Charge Your B

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

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

2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.32456178

Notebook PC User Manual15 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio r

16Notebook 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 Manual17Bottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.The bott

18Notebook PC User Manual Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintai

Notebook PC User Manual19Right Side123 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory

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

20Notebook PC User Manual564 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) This port also supports USB Charge

Notebook PC User Manual21Left Side123 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power suppli

22Notebook PC User Manual54HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between an

Notebook PC User Manual23Rear Side Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source an

24Notebook PC User ManualFront Side Audio Speaker System The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments.

3Chapter 3: Getting Started

26Notebook 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 Manual27IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to powe

28Notebook 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 Manual29IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufactu

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

30Notebook 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 Manual31IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Not

32Notebook 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 Manual33WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, i

34Notebook 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 Manual35Emergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown y

36Notebook PC User ManualSleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe

Notebook PC User Manual37Thermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

38Notebook PC User ManualThe Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the i

Notebook PC User Manual39Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will

4Notebook PC User ManualTV Tuner Notices (on selected models) ... A-25REACH A-25Nordic Lithium Cautions (fo

40Notebook PC User ManualMicrosoft Windows KeysThere are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo act

Notebook PC User Manual41Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a

42Notebook PC User ManualSwitches and Status IndicatorsSwitches Power4Gear Key (on selected models) Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the

Notebook PC User Manual43 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in

44Notebook PC User Manual Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.

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 tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action simulates the click on the scroll wheel of a mouse.Three-

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 pointing device plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the co

Notebook PC User Manual53Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices

54Notebook PC User ManualInstalling a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)Memory (RAM)Additional

Notebook PC User Manual55The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

56Notebook 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

Notebook PC User Manual57Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

58Notebook 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

Notebook PC User Manual59Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

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

Notebook PC User Manual61Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

62Notebook PC User Manual Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon.3. From Control Pa

Notebook PC User Manual636. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next.7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and

64Notebook PC User ManualUSB Charger+USB Charger+ helps charge your USB devices compatible with Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1) specifications wh

Notebook PC User Manual65Instant On Zero-wait system restarting gets you immediately back to work and play with saved system status. After activating

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A-2Notebook PC User ManualOperating System and SoftwareThis Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed

Notebook PC User ManualA-3System BIOS SettingsBoot Device1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.: Select Scree n : Select Item Enter: Selec

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

A-4Notebook PC User ManualSecurity SettingTo set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password.2. Typ

Notebook PC User ManualA-5Save ChangesIf you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If

A-6Notebook PC User ManualCommon Problems and SolutionsUnknown Reason - System UnstableCannot wake up from the hibernation.1. Remove upgraded parts

Notebook PC User ManualA-7Hardware Problem - BatteryBattery maintenance.1. Register the Notebook PC for a one-year-warranty using the following webs

A-8Notebook PC User ManualC. Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement.D. Battery pr

Notebook PC User ManualA-9A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem. It is available on the ASUS website.Unknown Re

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

Notebook PC User ManualA-11Software Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file f

A-12Notebook PC User ManualRecovering Your Notebook PCUsing Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to

Notebook PC User ManualA-13Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two

8Notebook PC User ManualSAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).D

A-14Notebook PC User ManualUsing the Recovery DVD:DVD::1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON.2.

Notebook PC User ManualA-15Internal Modem Compliancy (on selected models)The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US

A-16Notebook PC User ManualNetwork Compatibility DeclarationStatement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “This declara

Notebook PC User ManualA-17This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

A-18Notebook PC User ManualThis information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

Notebook PC User ManualA-19Declarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

A-20Notebook PC User Manual(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

Notebook PC User ManualA-21CE Mark WarningCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the re

A-22Notebook PC User ManualWireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

Notebook PC User ManualA-23 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau

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

A-24Notebook PC User ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

Notebook PC User ManualA-25Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe

A-26Notebook PC User ManualNordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

Notebook PC User ManualA-27Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

A-28Notebook PC User ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC User ManualA-29SpanishSwedish

A-30Notebook 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-31Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

A-32Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

Notebook PC User ManualA-33Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle