Notebook PCHardware User’s ManualWWW.ASUS.COME1955 / Jan 2005
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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 SideLeft SideRight SideRear SideFront Side
162 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC.Status Indicators (when displ
17Knowing the Parts 2Display Panel LatchOne spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed positionwhen
182 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC.IMPORTANT! The bottom
19Knowing the Parts 2Memory CompartmentThe memory compartment contains an expansion slot for additional memory. Memory installation orupgrades must
Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con
202 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC.PC Card (PCMCIA) SocketOne
21Knowing the Parts 2Right SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC.Air VentsMicInputHeadOutp
222 Knowing the PartsRear SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC.DC Power Input JackThe supp
23Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.Display Panel LatchOne sp
242 Knowing the Parts
253. Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackOperating SystemsPower ConnectionPowering ON The Notebook PCPower Management - Stand By and HibernateRestart
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 StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug dependingon territory. If a three-prong plug is provided,
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 3CDEmergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are two additional ways toshutdown
343 Getting StartedButtons and IndicatorsTop Left Front Edge Top RightPower4 Gear ButtonThe Power4 Gear button toggles power savings ON or OFF. Whe
35Getting Started 3SuperPerformanceHighPerformanceGamePerformanceDVD MoviePerformanceEmail/OfficePerformancePresentationPerformanceAudio ListeningP
363 Getting StartedUsing the KeyboardColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands
37Getting Started 3NOTE: Hot Keys work only on the Notebook PC’s own keyboard and not on any exter-nally connected keyboards.F10F12F11Colored Hot K
383 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiveinp
39Getting Started 3Keyboard as CursorsThe keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigationease while
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 ConnectionsAC Power SystemBatte
424 Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceThe Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button andscro
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, pressthe drive’s eject button and the tray w
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)Press in the toggle eject button and release. Therecessed spring loaded toggle button will ext
49Using the Notebook PC 4Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom
5Safety StatementsTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and discon-nect all external peripherals
504 Using the Notebook PCNOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Modemand/or network can be installed as a PC
51Using the Notebook PC 4MS.SDMMCTelephoneWall JackTelephone cable(RJ-11 connectors)CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cab
524 Using the Notebook PCNetwork ConnectionConnect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Note-book P
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 isdepleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the same
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 PCPower State SummarySTATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT“Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device• Time
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 optional
61Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or
62A AppendixUSB Keyboard & Mouse (Optional)Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an exter-nal
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 bu
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 CTR21.
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 Po
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, DVD
71Appendix APCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface. PCI is a stan
72A AppendixTwisted-Pair CableThe cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-through Twisted P
73Appendix A
74A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical su
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8Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC .....11About This User’s Manual ...
94. Using the Notebook PC .................. 41Pointing Device .........
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