Asus A3E User Manual

Notebook PCHardware User’s ManualE2224 / Aug 2005

101 Introducing the Notebook PC

112. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PC

122 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.12435687109IMPORTANT! The botto

13Knowing the Parts 2Power SwitchThe power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switchonce to turn ON

142 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.-1-21 24379 8111066512Central

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

162 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 2 43 5 76 8 910 1112LAN PortT

17Knowing the Parts 267891394 PortIEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB.

182 Knowing the Parts231Right SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 2 43 5Optical Drive (type

19Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.2 3 41CD Player Control B

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

202 Knowing the Parts2341Rear SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 2 43 5 76Kensington® Lock

21Knowing the Parts 2Parallel Port (on selected models)The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports native parallel devices such as laser/inkjet

222 Knowing the Parts

233. Getting StartedUsing AC PowerUsing Battery PowerPowering ON the Notebook PCChecking Battery PowerRestarting or RebootingPowering OFF the Notebook

243 Getting StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC maycome with either a two orthree-prong plug dependingon territory. If a three-prongplug is provided, you

25Getting Started 3IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC isturned ON, as this may result in the loss of workin

263 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

27Getting Started 3Checking Battery PowerThe battery system implements the Smart Battery standard underthe Windows environment, which allows the ba

283 Getting StartedRestarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, youmay be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallation

29Getting Started 3Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored

3Contents4. Using the Notebook PC ... 35Models with Sonoma chipset ...

303 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard andconsists of 15 keys that make number intensive inp

31Getting Started 3SwitchesSwitches and Status IndicatorsPower4 Gear KeyThe Power4 Gear button toggles power savings between various power saving m

323 Getting StartedStatus IndicatorsTop of keyboardDrive Activity IndicatorIndicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s

33Getting Started 3Power IndicatorThe green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink slowly when the NotebookPC is in the

343 Getting StartedCD Play/PauseDuring CD stop, begins CD play.During CD play, pauses CD play.CD StopDuring CD stop: Ejects the CD tray.During CD p

354. Using the Notebook PCOperating SystemPointing DeviceStorage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk DriveConnections Mo

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

37Using 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’

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

39Using the Notebook PC 4Caring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

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404 Using the Notebook PCStorage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata

41Using the Notebook PC 4Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle button wille

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

43Using the Notebook PC 4A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

444 Using the Notebook PCFlash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom

45Using the Notebook PC 4Telephone Wall JackTelephone cableswith RJ-11 connectorsTelephone connectionis optionalTelephone connector is thesmaller o

464 Using the Notebook PCNetwork Hub or SwitchNetwork cable with RJ-45 connectorsLAN connector is thelarger of the two.Example of the Notebook PC c

47Using the Notebook PC 4Add New Connection from theBluetooth taskbar iconBluetooth Settings from WindowsStart | Programs | BluetoothClick New Conn

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

5Introducing the Notebook PC 11. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing your Notebook

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 Information

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

53Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN PC CardA wirele

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

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

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)

69Appendix A

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, 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

81 Introducing the Notebook PCTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnectall external

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