Asus U5F User Manual

E2518 / Mar 2006Notebook PCHardware User’s ManualDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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112. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PCDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

122 Knowing the PartsTop Side1243576Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

13Knowing the Parts 2Display PanelThe display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses anactive matrix TFT LCD, which pr

142 Knowing the PartsBottom SideIMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han-dling the Notebook PC while it is i

15Knowing the Parts 2Emergency Shutdown ButtonIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown buttoncan be pressed

162 Knowing the PartsLeft Side1 2 43 5 76Kensington® Lock PortThe Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® com-

17Knowing the Parts 2SPDIF Output JackThis jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant de-vices for digital audio

182 Knowing the PartsRight Side1 32 4 65 7 892.0USB Port (2.0/1.1)The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such askey

19Knowing the Parts 2Flash Memory SlotNormally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately inorder to use memory cards from dev

2Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC ...5About This User’s Manual ...

203 Getting StartedFront SideRear Side3211 2Stereo SpeakersThe built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachmen

21Getting Started 33. Getting StartedUsing AC PowerUsing Battery PowerPowering ON the Notebook PCChecking Battery PowerRestarting or RebootingPower

223 Getting StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending onterritory. If a three-prong plug is provided,

23Getting Started 3211IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC isturned ON, as this may result in the loss of wor

243 Getting StartedThe Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

25Getting Started 3Checking Battery PowerThe battery system implements the Smart Battery standard underthe Windows environment, which allows the ba

263 Getting Started(4 sec)Restarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, youmay be prompted to restart the system. Some inst

27Getting Started 3Microsoft Windows KeysThere are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo activa

283 Getting StartedNOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model butthe functions should remain the same. Follow the

29Getting Started 3F12Speaker Up Icon (F12):Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS)Speaker Down Icon (F11):Decreases the speaker volume (

3Contents4. Using the Notebook PC ... 33Operating System ...

303 Getting StartedSwitches and Indicators(Switches - Top of keyboard)SwitchesPower SwitchThe power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook

31Getting Started 3(Indicators - Top of keyboard) (Indicators - Front edge)Battery Charge IndicatorThe battery charge indicator is an LED that show

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334. Using the Notebook PCOperating SystemPointing DeviceStorage Devices ExpressCard Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk DriveConnections Modem C

344 Using the Notebook PCOperating SystemThis Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed oper-ating

35Using the Notebook PC 4IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects inplace of your finger to operate the touch-pad or else damage may occur to thetouchpad’

364 Using the Notebook PCDouble-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

37Using the Notebook PC 4Caring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

384 Using the Notebook PC3. Carefully connect any cables or adaptersneeded by the ExpressCard. Usually connec-tors can only be inserted in one orie

39Using the Notebook PC 4Optical DriveInserting an optical disc1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON,press the drive’s eject button and the traywi

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404 Using the Notebook PCA CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

41Using the Notebook PC 4MS (Memory Stick)Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MGMS (Memory Stick)SelectMS (Memory Stick)Magic Gate (MG)MS (Memory Stick)MS adapterMMC (

424 Using the Notebook PCTelephoneWall JackTelephone cableswith RJ-11 connectorsTelephoneconnection isoptionalTelephone connector isthe smaller of

43Using the Notebook PC 4Network Hub or SwitchNetwork cable withRJ-45 connectorsLAN connector is thelarger of the two.Example of the Notebook PC co

444 Using the Notebook PC1234567*#809gptjadm?w+a/A£t£x£«£⁄£¤£‡£•£ƒ£“££„£§£¶ £”£¥£'£·£‚£|£¡£fl£}£¢££u£y£‹£~£££–£†£v£›£z£{£w£fiBluetooth Wirele

45Using the Notebook PC 4Click New Connection fromBluetooth Settings.Follow the wizard to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see you

464 Using the Notebook PCThese are examples of the NotebookPC connected to a Wireless Network.Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optio

47Using the Notebook PC 4Infrastructure mode to wired networksWith an Access Point (AP), wireless devices can share wired network devices.(All devi

484 Using the Notebook PCPower Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomax

49Using the Notebook PC 4Power State SummarySTATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT“Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device• Time

51. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing your Notebook PCDownloaded from LpManual.com M

504 Using the Notebook PCStand by and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows thepower op

51AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsGlossaryDeclarations and Safety StatementsNotebook PC InformationDownloaded from LpManual.com Manual

52A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

53Appendix AUSB Communication CableAttaching optional USB communication cables between computers throughthe USB ports will allow basic file transfe

54A AppendixOptional ConnectionsThese items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.Printer ConnectionOne or more USB printers can be simu

55Appendix AGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

56A AppendixByte (Binary Term)One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character,punctuation

57Appendix AKensington® LocksKensington® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cableand lock that prevent

58A AppendixRAM (Random Access Memory)There are several different types of RAM such as DDR (Double Dynamic RAM), DRAM (DynamicRAM), EDO DRAM (Exten

59Appendix ADeclarations and Safety StatementsDVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In o

61 Introducing the Notebook PCNOTE: Tips and information for spe-cial situations.TIP: Tips and useful information forcompleting tasks.Text enclosed

60A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR2

61Appendix AInternal Modem Compliancy (Cont.)This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAust

62A Appendix(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of theFederal Register, National Archives

63Appendix AFCC Radio Frequency Interference RequirementsMPE Statement: Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it

64A AppendixFrance Restricted Wireless Frequency BandsSome areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized powe

65Appendix AUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a telec

66A AppendixNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace onl

67Appendix AService warning labelWARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specifiedin the user’s manual may result in

68A AppendixDanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)Downloade

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7Introducing the Notebook PC 1Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions

70A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, trans-mitted, transcribed, stored

81 Introducing the Notebook PCTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all externa

9Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for deta