Asus W3Z User Manual

E2268 / Oct 2005Notebook PCDrivers and UtilitiesUser’s Manual

10Support CDDevice Manager“Device Manager” will be used in many device driver installation, upgrade, and verification processes.4. Click “Hardware” t

100Software Utilities

101Software UtilitiesWireless ConsoleTopics Covered:Wireless Console Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

102Software UtilitiesWireless Console Setup1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next.2. On the “Ready to Install” screen, click Install.3. On the “Setup

103Software UtilitiesPress the Wireless LAN button on the Notebook’sinstant launch keys to turn the built-in WirelessLAN ON or OFF.Wireless LAN driver

104Software Utilities

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-scribed, stored

Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Company address: 15 Li-Te Road, Beitou, Taipei 11259General (tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Web site address: www.asus

11Software DriversSoftware Drivers

12Software DriversSoftware Drivers

13Software DriversVGA DriverTopics Covered:VGA Driver SetupDisplay Settings for Windows XPTaskbar Menu(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your

14Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 1)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefollowing w

15Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 2&3)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefollo

16Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Cont.)Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning wil

17Software DriversAfter VGA driver installation (Model 2) After VGA driver installation (Model 3)VGA Driver Setup (Cont.)Make screen resolution settin

18Software Drivers

19Software DriversATK0100 Driver (ACPI)Topics Covered:ATK0100 Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

2Support CDTable of ContentsSupport CD for Windows...

20Software DriversATK0100 Driver SetupThis driver requires that you manually install it from Device Manager. No software operation is required.1. Doub

21Software DriversAudioTopics Covered:Audio Driver SetupUsing CD Player in WindowsThe notebook PC has built-in speakers and microphone,however, extern

22Software DriversAudio Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. Click Next to begin setup.2. When setup is complete, select No

23Software DriversBluetoothTopics Covered:Bluetooth Driver SetupTurning Bluetooth ON or OFF(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and o

24Software DriversBluetooth Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. Select a language from the pull down menu.2. Click Next on

25Software DriversPress the Bluetooth button on the Notebook’sinstant launch keys to turn the built-in BluetoothON or OFF.Bluetooth drivers must be se

26Software Drivers

27Software DriversINF Update (Intel)Topics Covered:INF Update Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

28Software DriversINF Update Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this

29Software DriversINTEL Calexico (Wireless LAN)Topics Covered:Wireless LAN Driver SetupWireless LAN Utility SetupWireless LAN Utility Quick StartAn op

3Support CDModem... 50M

30Software DriversWireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (ABG)Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Auto

31Software DriversWireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2200BG)Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “A

32Software DriversWireless LAN Utility IntroductionAfter installing the Wireless driver and utility, the utility will automatically start with Windows

33Software DriversWindows Wireless SettingsWindows provides a wireless utility to configure your wireless network controller.From “My Network Places”,

34Software Drivers

35Software DriversASUS Wireless LANTopics Covered:ASUS WLAN Driver SetupASUS WLAN Utility SetupASUS WLAN Utility Quick StartScreens will vary dependin

36Software DriversASUS WLAN Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. Click Next after reading the “Welcome” screen.3. On the “S

37Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility SetupAfter installing driver, you need to install the wireless utility.1. Click Next after reading the “Welcome” s

38Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility Quick StartAfter installing the ASUS WLAN driver and utility, the utility will automatically start withWindows. If

39Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start (Cont.)6. You can also see the connection quality onthe “Connection” page. Click OK to exit the utilit

4Support CDZoom In/Out and Pan on Documents ... 87Move the Pointer Long Distance

40Software Drivers

41Software DriversIR (Infrared)Topics Covered:IR Driver Setup(Required driver)(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating syst

42Software DriversIR (Infrared) Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming th

43Software Drivers3. Select the “image transfer” options you wantwith a check mark.4. See “hardware” information here.

44Software Drivers

45Software DriversLANTopics Covered:LAN Driver SetupConfiguring your LAN(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)Co

46Software DriversLAN Driver SetupYou will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may alreadybe installed

47Software DriversConfiguring your LANJoining a Domain or Workgroup (Windows XP)(1) Click Start and My Computer.(2) Click View system information.You

48Software Drivers(4a) Domain:The primary server in the domain will performrouting functions and security verifications foryour computer. Select Domai

49Software DriversViewing Your NetworkJoining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont.)(5) After you restart your computer, you shouldsee some contents through En

5Support CDSupport CD for WindowsThe Notebook PC you purchased may or may not be preloaded withan operating system. The support CD included with this

50Software Drivers

51Software DriversModemTopics Covered:Modem Driver SetupModem Configuration(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.

52Software Drivers1. Double-click New Connection Wizard inNetwork Connections2. Select “Connect to the Internet” and clickNext.Modem ConfigurationUse

53Software Drivers3. Select “Set up my connection manually” andclick Next.4. Select “Connect using a dialup modem” andclick Next.Modem Configuration (

54Software Drivers9. Enter your ISP account name and passwordand click Next.10. Select “Add a shortcut...” and click Finish.11. When you click on the

55Software DriversRICOHTopics Covered:Ricoh Media Driver SetupAfter the memory reader driver is installed, youcan read or write to various memory type

56Software Drivers1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.3. When complete, click Finish.2. On the “Read

57Software UtilitiesSoftware Utilities

58Software UtilitiesSoftware Utilities

59Software UtilitiesChkMailTopics Covered:ChkMail Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(Optional Utility)

6Support CDSoftware DriversVGA (Display) (Depends on model)“Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS, 910GML Express Chipset Family” or “ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9600 or

60Software UtilitiesChkMail SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what

61Software UtilitiesLiveUpdateTopics Covered:LiveUpdate SetupUsing LiveUpdate(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating syste

62Software UtilitiesLiveUpdate SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:NOTE: You cannot run this utility without firstinstalling “ATK010

63Software UtilitiesClick OK to connect to the “Live Update” server.Close other software to ensure no conflicts.Newer versions will be shown. Check th

64Software Utilities

65Software UtilitiesNorton Internet SecurityTopics Covered:Norton Internet Security SetupInternet Proxy SettingsInternet Security Main WindowInternet

66Software UtilitiesNorton Internet Security SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Autorun” screen, click Install NortonInt

67Software Utilities5. On the “Ready to install” screen, click Next tocontinue or click “Back” to change settings.6. When setup is complete, select “R

68Software Utilities3. On the “Registration” screen, enter yourinformation and click Next to continue. Checking“...postal mail from Symantec” is optio

69Software UtilitiesClick Finish to complete additional tasks.When you open the main window, you will seestatus for each function. When you have time,

7Support CDIntel Calexico2 / ASUS WLAN (Depends on model)“Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection” (or ABG) or “ASUS WLAN” DriverRequired on m

70Software UtilitiesInternet Security FeaturesVirus and threat protection featuresNorton AntiVirus provides comprehensive virus prevention, threat det

71Software UtilitiesPower4 GearTopics Covered:Power4 Gear SetupBenefits of Power4 GearPower4 Gear InterfacePower4 Gear Configuration(Screens and drive

72Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.3. On the “Setup Complete” screen, clickFini

73Software UtilitiesProgram IconsFrom Windows Start – Programs, you will find Power4Gear folder containing PMode Config and Power4Gear icons.PMode Con

74Software UtilitiesPower4 Gear ConfigurationDouble click an item to bring up a menu of selections and click on a value to change. To save, select “Sa

75Software UtilitiesPower Saving DetailsDouble click an item to view possible settings.Some power saving items are only availableunder certain modes.D

76Software Utilities

77Software UtilitiesNB ProbeTopics Covered:NB Probe SetupUsing NB Probe(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(Re

78Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.2. On “Choose Destination Location” , click

79Software UtilitiesUsing NB ProbeNB Probe is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your computer system’s vital components, suchas fan rotatio

8Support CDNorton Internet Security 2005 UtilityInstalls Norton Internet Security to provide comprehensive virus prevention, threat detection, and rep

80Software UtilitiesUsing NB Probe MonitoringSee your CPU temperatures logged using a greenline. The orange line is the default warningthreshold and t

81Software UtilitiesUsing NB Probe Monitoring (Cont.)Shows the used and free space of each hard diskdrive and the file allocation table or file system

82Software Utilities

83Software Utilities(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)TouchPadTopics Covered:TouchPad SetupOverview of the T

84Software Utilities2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.4. On the “Start Copying Files” screen, clic

85Software UtilitiesSynaptics® TouchPad FeaturesYour Synaptics TouchPad is much more powerful than an old-fashioned mouse. In addition to providing al

86Software UtilitiesAdjust the Overall Touch SensitivityYou can control how much finger pressure you must apply before the TouchPad responds by adjust

87Software UtilitiesPrevent Accidental Pointing While TypingUnintentional pointer movement and accidental taps can be caused by accidentally brushing

88Software UtilitiesMove the Pointer Long DistancesSuppose you are dragging an object, scrolling at high speed (via Virtual Scrolling! ), or merrily m

89Software UtilitiesScrolling Properties PageThe Scrolling properties page allows you to customize theVirtual Scrolling capabilities of your TouchPad.

9Support CDDrivers Provided in Windows XPIf you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided inMi

90Software UtilitiesTap Zones Properties PagesThe Tap Zones properties pages allow you to assign customactions to taps in the Touchpad’s corner zone r

91Software UtilitiesMore Features Properties PageThe More Features properties page allows you to control thefollowing features of you Synaptics TouchP

92Software UtilitiesButton Actions Properties PageThe Button Actions properties page allows you to customizethe physical buttons of your TouchPad.The

93Software UtilitiesTouch Properties PageThe Touch properties page allows you to customize the tapresponse and sensitivity of your TouchPad.TapsCheck

94Software UtilitiesEdge Motion Properties PageThe Edge Motion properties page allows you to customizethe long distance pointer motion capabilities of

95Software UtilitiesFrequently Asked QuestionsQ: When I use Virtual Scrolling, the pointer jumps over to the scroll bar, and then jumps back where itc

96Software UtilitiesFrequently Asked Questions (Cont.)Q: Why doesn’t Virtual Scrolling work properly with Microsoft Internet Explorer?A: Make sure you

97Software UtilitiesWinFlashTopics Covered:WinFlash SetupUsing WinFlash(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(Re

98Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.2. On the “Choose Destination Location”scree

99Software UtilitiesUsing WINFLASHWINFLASH is a simple utility to update your Notebook PC’s BIOS. To run WINFLASH, access the AllPrograms shortcut thr