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10Notebook PC User ManualAirplane PrecautionsContact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrict
A-24Notebook PC User ManualThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No
Notebook PC User ManualA-25This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/
A-26Notebook PC User ManualDeclarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O
Notebook PC User ManualA-27(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio
A-28Notebook PC User ManualCE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require
Notebook PC User ManualA-29Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C
A-30Notebook PC User Manual 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau
Notebook PC User ManualA-31UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect
A-32Notebook PC User ManualPower Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe
Notebook PC User ManualA-33Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac
Notebook PC User Manual11Preparing your Notebook PCThese are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.Installing the Battery PackConnecting the P
A-34Notebook PC User ManualOptical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont
Notebook PC User ManualA-35Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method
A-36Notebook PC User ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseDownloaded
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A-38Notebook PC User ManualEuropean Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the follow
Notebook PC User ManualA-39Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture
A-40Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm
Notebook PC User ManualA-41Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle
A-42Notebook PC User ManualManufacturer ASUSTek COMPUTER INC.Address, City No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.CCountry TAIWANAuthorize
12Notebook PC User ManualOpening the LCD display panel1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb.2. Slowly tilt the display panel forwar
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14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.4567321914” modelDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
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16Notebook PC User Manual Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interac
Notebook PC User Manual17 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm
18Notebook PC User ManualBottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.14” mode
Notebook PC User Manual1921 3415.6”/16” modelWARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while
2Notebook PC User ManualTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s Manual ...
20Notebook 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 Manual21Right Side1212 3 45 6723 415 8 6 7HDMI91051112 6 7 13 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different
22Notebook PC User Manual56 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also
Notebook PC User Manual23 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through t
24Notebook PC User ManualLeft Side12 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatib
Notebook PC User Manual254HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any
26Notebook PC User ManualRear SideFront Side Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power
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28Notebook PC User ManualPower SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. Th
Notebook PC User Manual29IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to powe
Notebook PC User Manual3Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PCPointing Device ...
30Notebook 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 Manual31IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufactu
32Notebook 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 Manual33IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Not
34Notebook 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 Manual35WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, i
36Notebook 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 Manual37Emergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown y
38Notebook PC User ManualSleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe
Notebook PC User Manual39Thermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr
4Notebook PC User ManualDeclaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) ... A-23CE Marking ...
40Notebook PC User ManualThe Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the i
Notebook PC User Manual41LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only ->
42Notebook PC User ManualPower4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes c
Notebook PC User Manual43Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiv
44Notebook PC User ManualMultimedia Control Keys (on selected models)The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia a
Notebook PC User Manual45Switches and Status IndicatorsSwitches Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebo
46Notebook PC User ManualStatus Indicatorsescf1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9f10 f11 f12pause prt scsysrqdeletebackspacehomehomenum lkscr lkpguppguppgdnpgdn
Notebook PC User Manual47 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in
48Notebook PC User Manual Number Lock Indicator Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboa
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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 ManualThree-finger tapping - Use three fingers to tap the touchpad. This action mimics the right-click function of a mouse.Two-finger
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 ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB mouse plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration
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 ManualHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d
Notebook PC User Manual591Removing the hard disk drive:Installing the hard disk drive:21 2The actual location of the hard disk drive differs by models
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 ManualInstalling a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)Memory (RAM)Additional
Notebook PC User Manual61The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C
62Notebook PC User ManualTwisted-Pair CableThe cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-thro
Notebook PC User Manual63Fn+A (on selected models): Toggles the light sensor ON and OFFWireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-
64Notebook PC User ManualAd-hoc modeThe Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in
Notebook PC User Manual65Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se
66Notebook PC User Manual5. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on
Notebook PC User Manual67Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c
68Notebook PC User Manual Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon.3. From Control Pa
Notebook PC User Manual696. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next.7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and
Notebook PC User Manual7Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instr
70Notebook PC User ManualSoftwareASUS Scene SwitchASUS Scene Switch allows you to customize two screen modes in terms of Wallpaper, Mute, Output modes
Notebook PC User Manual71Using Scene SwitchPress the ASUS Scene Switch Key on the Notebook PC or <Fn> + <1> to switch among two custom mod
72Notebook PC User Manual To remove a file from the list, click the file and then , or simply drag the file out of the screen. Press <Ctrl> an
Notebook PC User Manual73PowerRecoverPowerRecover is a system backup and recovery solution that helps protect your computer from data system crashes a
74Notebook PC User ManualCreate System Recovery Media To create a recovery (or rescue) media:1. Launch PowerRecover from the Windows start menu. 2.
Notebook PC User Manual75System Restore Under Windows PETo restore your system under Windows PE:1. Launch PowerRecover and click System Restore.2. S
76Notebook PC User ManualBack Up Data Under Windows PETo back up data under Windows PE:1. Launch PowerRecover and click Back Up My Data.2. Select de
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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
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-4Notebook PC User ManualSystem BIOS SettingsBoot Device1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.2. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Bo
Notebook PC User ManualA-5Security SettingAdministrator Password and User PasswordTo set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Setup Adminis
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, select the HDD X: XXXXXXXX in the HDD Security Configuration
Notebook PC User ManualA-9Save ChangesIf you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Dow
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
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
Notebook PC User Manual9Transportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periphe
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 ManualUsing the Recovery DVD:DVD::1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON.2.
Notebook PC User ManualA-19DVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD title
A-20Notebook PC User ManualRegion DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic
Notebook PC User ManualA-21Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)Region DefinitionsRegion ANorth, Central and South American countries, and
A-22Notebook PC User ManualInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw
Notebook PC User ManualA-23Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the
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