Asus Pro55VA User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualOctober 2012E7702

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-28Notebook PC User ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC User ManualA-29SpanishSwedishEuropean Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product

A-30Notebook PC User ManualENERGY STAR complied productENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Departm

Notebook PC User ManualA-31Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

A-32Notebook PC User ManualCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

Notebook PC User ManualA-33Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

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Notebook PC User ManualA-35EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd.

A-36Notebook PC User ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd.

Notebook PC User Manual11Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.ABCInstalling the Battery PackA. Mov

12Notebook PC User ManualOpening the display panelA. Hold the base of your Notebook PC then lift up the display panel with your thumb.B. Slowly tilt

2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.The top side may vary in appearance depending on model.1324567P55 model8

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16Notebook PC User Manual Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio r

Notebook PC User Manual1767 Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as poi

18Notebook PC User ManualBottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.The bott

Notebook PC User Manual19 Spring Battery Lock The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, i

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

20Notebook PC User Manual Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory w

Notebook PC User Manual21Right Side12 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out sign

22Notebook PC User Manual564 USB Port (2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, poi

Notebook PC User Manual2378 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through

24Notebook PC User Manual Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook

Notebook PC User Manual25453 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or p

26Notebook PC User Manual6 USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 d

Notebook PC User Manual27Front Side Status Indicators Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. For detailed information, s

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3Chapter 3: Getting Started

Notebook PC User Manual3Special Keyboard Functions ...43Hot Keys ...

30Notebook 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 Manual31Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other elec

32Notebook PC User ManualNever attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned on, as this may result in the loss of working data.T

Notebook PC User Manual33Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retai

34Notebook PC User ManualTo protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your Notebook PC before turning it back on.

Notebook PC User Manual35IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Not

36Notebook 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 Manual37DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, it must con

38Notebook PC User ManualTo protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your Notebook PC before turning it back on. Power Option

Notebook PC User Manual39Emergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn off or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown y

4Notebook PC User ManualDeclarations and Safety Statements ... A-18Federal Communications Commission

40Notebook PC User ManualSleep and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Powe

Notebook PC User Manual41Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are

42Notebook PC User ManualThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power contr

Notebook PC User Manual43The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the i

44Notebook PC User ManualCrossed-out Touchpad (f9): Toggles the built-in touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled). Locking the touchpad will

Notebook PC User Manual45Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The foll

46Notebook PC User ManualNumeric keypad (on selected models)A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC models. You can use this keypad for

Notebook PC User Manual47ButtonButton and Status Indicators Power Button The power button turns on and off the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook P

48Notebook 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 Manual49 Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as f

1Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC

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4Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC

52Notebook PC User ManualDO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad. These objects can damage the touchpad’s surface.Pointi

Notebook PC User Manual53Using the TouchpadThe touchpad is an interactive device that simulates the functions of a regular mouse. It allows you to use

54Notebook PC User ManualTap once to select an item.Tap twice to open the selected item.Touchpad usage illustrationsTapping - Tapping on the touchp

Notebook PC User Manual55Rotating - Rotating images clockwise/counterclockwise is done on the touchpad using the pinch gesture.Put two fingers on the t

56Notebook PC User ManualThe touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not incre

Notebook PC User Manual573. Tick the box with the Disable when external pointing device plug in option. Disabling the Touchpad automaticallyYou

58Notebook PC User ManualStorage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data sto

Notebook PC User Manual593. 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

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 ManualActual location will vary by model.Removing an optical disc Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an

Notebook PC User Manual61Emergency ejectThe emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in c

62Notebook PC User ManualMemory Card ReaderThis Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports SD card formats, and utilizes

Notebook PC User Manual63Network ConnectionsYour Notebook PC allows you to connect to the internet and other networks using the following wired and wi

64Notebook PC User ManualUsing a twisted-pair cableThe cable used to connect the Notebook PC to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straigh

Notebook PC User Manual65Wireless Network Connections Wireless LAN (WLAN) This Notebook PC’s built-in WLAN is a compact and easy-to-use wireless Ether

66Notebook PC User Manual3. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list then click Connect.If you cannot nd the desired ac

Notebook PC User Manual67Using Ad-hoc mode and Infrastructure modeThe built-in WLAN in this Notebook PC is also a client adapter that allows you to us

68Notebook PC User ManualInfrastructure modeThe Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network creat

Notebook PC User Manual69Bluetooth allows you to access other devices such as Notebook PCs, desktop PCs, tablets, and mobile phones that are also Blue

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

70Notebook PC User Manual2. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon on the Windows® Notification area then select Add a device.3. Select a Bluetooth-ena

Notebook PC User Manual71If your connected device overheats, remove it immediately.USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port.USB Charger+U

72Notebook PC User ManualBattery saving modeThe battery saving mode enables longer standby times, allowing the battery to last for up to thirty (30) d

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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

A-4Notebook PC User ManualTroubleshooting This section presents some common problems and possible solutions for your Notebook PC.The optical disc driv

Notebook PC User ManualA-5• If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try again. • If the problem still exists, contac

A-6Notebook PC User Manual• Close some running applications to decrease the system load.• Check your system for viruses.• Try restoring your system

Notebook PC User ManualA-7You must back up all your data to another location before doing the recovery process.Install an anti-virus software to prote

8Notebook PC User ManualSAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).D

A-8Notebook PC User ManualUsing the Recovery Partition or the DVD Recovery (for selected models) allows you to reformat your hard drive and restore yo

Notebook PC User ManualA-9 Recover Windows to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system parti

A-10Notebook 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-11The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to

A-12Notebook PC User ManualRegion DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic

Notebook PC User ManualA-13The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and other disc file formats such as DVDs and CDs. Region

A-14Notebook PC User ManualInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw

Notebook PC User ManualA-15Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

A-16Notebook PC User ManualThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

Notebook PC User ManualA-17This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http:/

Notebook PC User Manual9Transportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it off and disconnect all external periphe

A-18Notebook PC User ManualDeclarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

Notebook PC User ManualA-19(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, Natio

A-20Notebook PC User ManualCE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

Notebook PC User ManualA-21Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz C

A-22Notebook 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-23UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

A-24Notebook 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-25Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

A-26Notebook PC User ManualService warning labelINVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

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