Asus Z71A User Manual

E1825c / Dec 2004Notebook PCHardware User’s Manual

10Appendix ... 59Optional Accessories...

111. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualPreparing your Notebook PC

121 Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on th

13Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for det

141 Introducing the Notebook PC

152. Knowing the PartsTop SideBottom SideRight SideLeft SideRear SideFront Side

162 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting from

17Knowing the Parts 2Status IndicatorsSee Section 3 for details..Touchpad and ButtonsThe touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provid

182 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting fr

19Knowing the Parts 2Hard Disk Drive CompartmentThe hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authori

Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con

202 Knowing the PartsRight SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Electronic Eject, Emergency Ej

21Knowing the Parts 2Left SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1394 PortIEEE1394 is a high spe

222 Knowing the PartsRear SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.2.0USB Port (2.0/1.1)The Univer

23Knowing the Parts 2Modem PortThe RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standardtelephone cable. The in

242 Knowing the PartsFront SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.CD Control ButtonsSee Sec

253. Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackOperating SystemsPower ConnectionPowering ON The Notebook PCPower ManagementRestarting or RebootingPowering

263 Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackInstalling and Removing the Battery PackYour Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. I

27Getting Started 3Charging the Battery PackBefore you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The batterypack

283 Getting Started321With the AC power cord connected to the AC-DC converter, connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet(preferably with surge-prot

29Getting Started 3The Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

3Safety StatementsNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

303 Getting StartedPower Management - “Stand By” & “Hibernate”Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The followin

31Getting Started 3Restarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallatio

323 Getting StartedPowering OFF the Notebook PCIn Windows XP, the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (orShut d

33Getting Started 3Using the KeyboardColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands

343 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiveinp

35Getting Started 3Keyboard as CursorsThe keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigationease while

363 Getting StartedInstant Launch KeysEmail Launch KeyPressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running.Internet Lau

37Getting Started 3Status Indicators (above keyboard)Drive Activity IndicatorIndicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device

383 Getting StartedStatus Indicators (top cover)Power IndicatorThe green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when th

39Getting Started 3CD Player Control Buttons and IndicatorThere are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for conveni

4Safety StatementsSafety StatementsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions andinstructions.

403 Getting Started

414. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceOptical DriveFlash Memory Card ReaderPC Card (PCMCIA) SocketModem and Network ConnectionsIR Wireless Communic

424 Using the Notebook PCUsing the TouchpadLight pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad. Because thet

43Using the Notebook PC 4Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

444 Using the Notebook PCCaring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

45Using 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

464 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

47Using the Notebook PC 4PC Card (PCMCIA) SocketThe Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansionlike

484 Using the Notebook PCInserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle button wille

49Using the Notebook PC 4Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom

5Transportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periph-erals to prevent damage

504 Using the Notebook PCNOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Mo-dem and/or network can be installed as a

51Using the Notebook PC 4CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG orhigher. (see Glossary for more informatio

524 Using the Notebook PCNetwork Hub or SwitchNetwork cable withRJ-45 connectorsThis is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a NetworkHub or

53Using the Notebook PC 4AC Power SystemThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.The power a

544 Using the Notebook PCWARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de-pleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the sa

55Using the Notebook PC 4Power Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomax

564 Using the Notebook PCThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These powercon

57Using the Notebook PC 4Notebook PC UpgradesSystem Memory ExpansionAdditional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk

584 Using the Notebook PC

59AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsInternal Modem CompliancyGlossaryNotebook PC Information

6DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)Safety Statements

60A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

61Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or

62A AppendixWARNING! To prevent system failures,use (Safely Remove Hardware) on thetaskbar before disconnecting the USBfloppy disk drive. Eject th

63Appendix AMonitor Out ConnectionAttaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is justlike that of a standard desktop PC (some configu-rations may require

64A AppendixOptional Connections (Cont.)These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.IEEE1394 Connection1394 is a high speed serial

65Appendix ADVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must i

66A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR2

67Appendix AThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech Rep

68A AppendixGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

69Appendix ABIOS (Basic Input/Output System)BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components,such

7Safety StatementsUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a te

70A AppendixDVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. Withthese capacities and access rates, D

71Appendix ALaser ClassificationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards be-came apparent. To

72A AppendixPOST (Power On Self Test)When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlleddiagnostic t

73Appendix A

74A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

8Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC .....11About This User’s Manual ...

9Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators ................36Instant Launch Keys .......