Asus R401JV User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualJanuary 2012E6934HDMI

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-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 only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.Installing the Battery PackConnecting

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)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC User ManualA-37SpanishSwedish

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 ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

12Notebook PC User ManualOpening the LCD display panel1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb.2. Slowly tilt the display panel forwar

2Chapter 2: Knowing the parts

14Notebook PC User ManualTop SideThe keyboard differs for each territory.01 2 3 -ea125467839

Notebook PC User Manual15 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio r

16Notebook PC User Manual8 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and pal

Notebook PC User Manual17Bottom Side1 23 4The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.WA

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 Side121 2 3 4 567 8 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s a

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

20Notebook PC User Manual56 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC’s optical drive may

Notebook PC User Manual21Left Side1HDMI3 456 712 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. P

22Notebook PC User Manual46 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable f

Notebook PC User Manual23Rear SideFront Side1 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC powe

24Notebook PC User ManualDO NOT force and connect this proprietary subwoofer to audio jacks other than the designated subwoofer jack illustrated in th

3Chapter 3: Getting Started

26Notebook PC User ManualHDMIPower SystemUsing AC PowerThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system

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 Manual291221IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manuf

Notebook PC User Manual3Using the Instant Key ...47Using the Instan

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 ManualFCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ... A-27Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)

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 Manual43Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The foll

44Notebook PC User ManualSwitchesSwitches and Status Indicators Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebo

Notebook PC User Manual45Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the N

46Notebook PC User Manual Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as f

Notebook PC User Manual47Using the Instant KeyWith the Instant Key, simply press the button to quickly activate your preset Instant Key function.Using

48Notebook PC User Manual3. From the setup screen, click any of the icons, configure the setting, then click Apply. Click the arrows to browse throug

Notebook PC User Manual49You can configure these Instant Key functions:Function DescriptionVolume FaderTurns the volume up/down or put it in mute mode.

1Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC

50Notebook PC User ManualTo reconfigure the Instant Key, press and hold the Instant Key for about three seconds to launch the Instant Key setup screen.

4Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC

52Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad. These objects can damage the touchpad’s sur

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 ManualClick once to select an item, then double-click to open.Left-clickRight-clickClick once to select an item and view its menu o

Notebook PC User Manual55To enable continuous scrolling, hold your fingers on the edge of the touchpad when moving from up to down/left to right and vi

56Notebook PC User ManualThree-finger swiping - Using three fingers on the touchpad, you can swipe pages from left to right/right to left. You can also

Notebook PC User Manual57Disabling the touchpad automaticallyYou can automatically disable the touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached.To disa

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.Emergency ejectThe emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used t

Notebook PC User Manual61A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted,

62Notebook PC User ManualFlash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices

Notebook PC User Manual63Hard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical d

64Notebook PC User ManualRemoving the hard disk drives12121212

Notebook PC User Manual65Installing the hard disk drives12121212

66Notebook PC User ManualMemory (RAM)Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized servi

Notebook PC User Manual67The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.C

68Notebook 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 Manual69Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet ada

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

70Notebook 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 Manual71Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (se

72Notebook 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 Manual73Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for c

74Notebook 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 Manual756. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next.7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and

76Notebook PC User ManualUSB Charger+USB Charger+ helps charge your USB devices compatible with Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1) specifications wh

A Appendix

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 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).D

A-4Notebook PC User ManualSystem BIOS SettingsBoot Device1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.: Se le ct Scr ee n : Se le ct I tem Ent

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

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:1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON.2. Re

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