Asus E46CA User Manual

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

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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

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

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12Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.345678912Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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 Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the Power4Gear Hybrid key. The key toggles power savings between various power

Notebook PC User Manual159 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chap

16Notebook PC User ManualBottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.WARNING!

Notebook PC User Manual17 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintai

18Notebook PC User Manual Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory w

Notebook PC User Manual19Right Side1234123 4 5 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices

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

20Notebook PC User Manual5 Kensington® Lock Ports The Kensington® lock ports allow the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebo

Notebook PC User Manual21Left Side1231234567 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power

22Notebook PC User Manual45HDMIHDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any

Notebook PC User Manual23Front Side Audio Speaker The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The mu

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Notebook PC User Manual25Power SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. Th

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

Notebook PC User Manual27IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of wo

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

Notebook PC User Manual29IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning

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

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

Notebook PC User Manual31You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually

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

Notebook PC User Manual33IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON.

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

Notebook PC User Manual35Sleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe

36Notebook PC User ManualThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

Notebook PC User Manual37ASUS GraphiX Boost Technology (on selected models)ASUS GraphiX Boost Technology manages multiple graphics processing units (G

38Notebook PC User ManualASUS Turbo33 Technology (on selected models)ASUS Turbo33 Technology increases the system performance of the Notebok PC by 33%

Notebook PC User Manual39The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the i

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40Notebook PC User ManualCrossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will

Notebook PC User Manual41There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu

42Notebook PC User ManualMultimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a

Notebook PC User Manual43SwitchesSwitches and Status Indicators Express Gate Key / Power4Gear Key (on integrated graphics models) Pressing this key

44Notebook PC User ManualTopStatus Indicators Number Lock Indicator Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allow

Notebook PC User Manual45 Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as f

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48Notebook 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 Manual49Using the TouchpadThe touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of u

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50Notebook PC User ManualPress the left pointer button and release.Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad.Touchpad Usage IllustrationsClicking/Tappin

Notebook PC User Manual51Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing

52Notebook PC User ManualTwo-finger scrolling - Use two fingertips to slide up/down/left/right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down/left/right. If

Notebook PC User Manual53The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

54Notebook 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 Manual55WARNING! To prevent data loss, use “Windows Safely Remove Hardware” in the Windows notification area before removing the flash

56Notebook PC User ManualHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d

Notebook PC User Manual57Removing the hard disk drivesInstalling the hard disk drives1 21 2Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

58Notebook 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 Manual59The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

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 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 Manual61Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

62Notebook 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 Manual63Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

64Notebook 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 Manual65Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

66Notebook 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 Manual676. 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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Notebook PC User Manual7Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instr

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 Device Priority. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go

Notebook PC User ManualA-5Security SettingTo set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password.2. Type in

A-6Notebook PC User ManualPassword CheckSelect whether to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setu

Notebook PC User ManualA-7Save ChangesIf you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If

A-8Notebook PC User ManualCommon Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.1. U

Notebook PC User ManualA-9Hardware Problem - Built-in CameraThe built-in camera does not work correctly.1. Check “Device Manager” to see if there are

A-10Notebook PC User ManualSymptom & Solutions:A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance.B. Problem

Notebook PC User ManualA-11CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yo

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)D

A-12Notebook PC User Manual5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You must backup

Notebook PC User ManualA-13Software Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file f

A-14Notebook PC User ManualRecovering Your Notebook PCUsing Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to

Notebook PC User ManualA-15Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two

A-16Notebook 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-17DVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD title

A-18Notebook PC User ManualRegion DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic

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

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

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

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

A-22Notebook 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-23Declarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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