Asus G75VW User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualApril 2012E7352

10Notebook PC User ManualCovering Your Notebook PCPurchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.Charging Y

A-22Notebook PC User ManualCreating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>

Notebook PC User ManualA-235. When the Capacity item is highlighted, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press <Enter>. The defaul

A-24Notebook PC User Manual2. Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press <Del>. The following warning

Notebook PC User ManualA-25DVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD title

A-26Notebook PC User ManualRegion DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic

Notebook PC User ManualA-27Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)Region DefinitionsRegion ANorth, Central and South American countries, and

A-28Notebook PC User ManualInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw

Notebook PC User ManualA-29Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

A-30Notebook PC User ManualThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

Notebook PC User ManualA-31This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

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

A-32Notebook PC User ManualDeclarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

Notebook PC User ManualA-33(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

A-34Notebook PC User ManualCE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

Notebook PC User ManualA-35Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

A-36Notebook 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-37UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

A-38Notebook 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-39Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

A-40Notebook PC User ManualOptical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont

Notebook PC User ManualA-41Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

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

A-42Notebook PC User ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC User ManualA-43SpanishSwedish

A-44Notebook 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-45Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

A-46Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

Notebook PC User ManualA-47Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

A-48Notebook PC User ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs by territory.escf1f2f3f4f5 f6 f7f8f9f10f11f12pauseprt scsysrqdeletebackspacehomehomenum lKscr lK

Notebook PC User Manual15 3D Vision IR port (on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the 3D glasses when you play a

16Notebook PC User Manual78 3D Mode Switch Key (on 3D models) Toggles to activate the 3D mode function and again to switch back to 2D mode. This fun

Notebook PC User Manual17Bottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.WARNING!

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 Manual19 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory w

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

20Notebook PC User ManualRight SideHDMI1 2 3 4 5 6 712 USB Port (3.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1

Notebook PC User Manual2156HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between an

22Notebook PC User ManualLeft Side187321 4 5 6 USB Port (3.0) Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. T

Notebook PC User Manual236 Optical Drive Emergency Eject The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject do

24Notebook PC User ManualRear SideFront Side11 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that pap

3Chapter 3: Getting Started

26Notebook PC User ManualHDMI13110V-220V2Power SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery

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 Manual37Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are

38Notebook PC User ManualThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

Notebook PC User Manual39Special Keyboard FunctionsHot KeysThe following defines the hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The commands can only be a

4Notebook PC User ManualInternal Modem Compliancy ... A-28Declarations and Safety State

40Notebook PC User ManualfnPower4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes

Notebook PC User Manual41Microsoft Windows KeysThere are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo act

42Notebook PC User ManualKeyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiv

Notebook PC User Manual43homehomenum lKscr lKpguppguppgdnpgdnenterendenddeleteinsert7894561203Extended KeyboardThe extended keyboard has a dedicated n

44Notebook PC User ManualMultimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a

Notebook PC User Manual45SwitchesSwitches and Status Indicators 3D Mode Switch Key (on 3D models) Toggles to activate the 3D mode function and again

46Notebook PC User ManualStatus Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the N

Notebook PC User Manual47 Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.

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4Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC

1Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC

50Notebook 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 Manual51Using the TouchpadThe touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of u

52Notebook PC User ManualPress the left pointer button and release.Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad.Touchpad Usage IllustrationsClicking/Tappin

Notebook PC User Manual53Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing

54Notebook PC User ManualTwo-finger rotating - Put two fingers on the clickpad then turn in a circular motion, either clockwise or counterclockwise, to

Notebook PC User Manual55Three-finger swiping - Using three fingers on the touchpad, you can swipe pages from left to right/right to left. You can also

56Notebook PC User ManualThe touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

Notebook PC User Manual572. Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in che

58Notebook PC User ManualStorage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data sto

Notebook PC User Manual593. 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

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 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 Manual61A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted,

62Notebook PC User ManualFlash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices

Notebook PC User Manual63Hard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d

64Notebook PC User ManualRemoving the primary hard disk drive21212121

Notebook PC User Manual65Installing the primary hard disk drive12121212

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

Notebook PC User Manual67Installing a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)2121

68Notebook PC User ManualCleaning the Fan FiltersThe two fans that draw in air from the bottom of the Notebook PC have filters that need regular cleani

Notebook PC User Manual69The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

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

70Notebook 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 Manual71Wireless LAN ConnectionThe optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementing th

72Notebook 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 Manual73Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

74Notebook 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 Manual75Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

76Notebook 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 Manual776. 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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A Appendix

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-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.: Se le ct S creen : Se lect I te m Ent er

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 ManualI/O Interface SecurityTo lock the I/O interface:1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security.2. Select an inte

Notebook PC User ManualA-7USB Interface SecurityTo lock the USB interface:1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface

A-8Notebook PC User ManualHDD PasswordTo set the HDD password:1. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in a password and press [Ent

Notebook PC User ManualA-9Save ChangesIf you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. :

A-10Notebook PC User ManualCommon Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.1.

Notebook PC User ManualA-11Hardware Problem - Built-in CameraThe built-in camera does not work correctly.1. Check “Device Manager” to see if there ar

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

A-12Notebook 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-13CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yo

A-14Notebook 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-15Software Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file f

A-16Notebook PC User ManualRecovering Your Notebook PCUsing Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to

Notebook PC User ManualA-17Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two

A-18Notebook PC User Manual: Se le ct S creen : Se lect I te m Ent er : Se le ct +/— : Ch an ge O pt . F1: Ge ne ra l He lp F9: Op

Notebook PC User ManualA-19Using the Recovery DVD:DVD::1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON.2.

A-20Notebook PC User ManualRAID definitionsRAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interlea

Notebook PC User ManualA-21Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.