Asus G74SX-TZ391V User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualApril 2011E6366

10Notebook PC User ManualCover Your Notebook PCPurchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.Charge Your B

A-22Notebook PC User ManualBlu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)Region DefinitionsRegion ANorth, Central and South American countries, and

Notebook PC User ManualA-23Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw

A-24Notebook PC User ManualNetwork Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

Notebook PC User ManualA-25This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

A-26Notebook PC User ManualThis information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

Notebook PC User ManualA-27Declarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

A-28Notebook PC User Manual(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

Notebook PC User ManualA-29CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

A-30Notebook PC User ManualWireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

Notebook PC User ManualA-31 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau

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

A-32Notebook PC User ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

Notebook PC User ManualA-33Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe

A-34Notebook PC User ManualNordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

Notebook PC User ManualA-35Optical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont

A-36Notebook PC User ManualMacrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

Notebook PC User ManualA-37CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

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Notebook PC User ManualA-39European Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the follow

A-40Notebook PC User ManualGlobal Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

Notebook PC User ManualA-41Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

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 ManualLimitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

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2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.ESCF1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12PausePrt ScSysRqDeleteBackspaceHomeH

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 Instant Key Instant key allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are describe

Notebook PC User Manual17Bottom Side4 312The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.WAR

18Notebook PC User Manual Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted,

Notebook PC User Manual19Right Side12HDMI1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in ord

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

20Notebook PC User Manual56 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, poin

Notebook PC User Manual21 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through t

22Notebook PC User ManualLeft Side187321 4 5 6 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington

Notebook PC User Manual2346 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is bein

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 FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colore

4Notebook PC User ManualIC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ... A-29Wireless Operation Channel for Different Doma

40Notebook PC User ManualLCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only ->

Notebook PC User Manual41Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes c

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 Manual43HomeNumLKPgUpPgDnEnterEndDeleteInsert7 8 94 5 61203Extended Keyboard (on selected models)An extended keyboard is available on

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 - Fix one fingertip on the touchpad and make an arc with the other to rotate the photo or the document you

Notebook PC User Manual55The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

56Notebook PC User Manual2. Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in che

Notebook PC User Manual57Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data sto

58Notebook PC User Manual3. 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

Notebook PC User Manual59Actual location will vary by model.Emergency ejectThe emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used t

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

Notebook PC User Manual61Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices

62Notebook PC User ManualHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d

Notebook PC User Manual63Removing the primary hard disk drive21

64Notebook PC User ManualInstalling the primary hard disk drive12

Notebook PC User Manual65Installing the secondary hard disk drive2121

66Notebook PC User Manual321Find and connect the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive in the package before installing the secondar

Notebook PC User Manual67Removing the secondary hard disk drive12312Keep and store the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive for fut

68Notebook PC User ManualMemory (RAM)Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized servi

Notebook PC User Manual69Installing a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)21

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

70Notebook PC User ManualThe built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

Notebook PC User Manual71Twisted-Pair CableThe cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-thro

72Notebook PC User ManualWireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

Notebook PC User Manual73Ad-hoc modeThe Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in

74Notebook PC User ManualWindows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

Notebook PC User Manual755. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on

76Notebook PC User ManualBluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

Notebook PC User Manual77 Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon.3. From Control Pa

78Notebook PC User Manual6. 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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8Notebook PC User ManualSAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).

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 : S elect It em Ent e

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 : S elect It em 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 ManualDVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD title

Notebook PC User ManualA-21Region DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic