Asus U48CB User Manual

Notebook PC User ManualJuly 2012E7596

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 ManualNetwork Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the

Notebook PC User ManualA-23This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1 Yes No

A-24Notebook 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-25Declarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. O

A-26Notebook 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-27CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the require

A-28Notebook 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-29 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Hau

A-30Notebook PC User ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connect

Notebook PC User ManualA-31Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved powe

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

A-32Notebook PC User ManualNordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

Notebook PC User ManualA-33Optical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC cont

A-34Notebook PC User ManualMacrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method

Notebook PC User ManualA-35CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

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Notebook PC User ManualA-37European Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the follow

A-38Notebook PC User ManualGlobal Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture

Notebook PC User ManualA-39Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transm

A-40Notebook PC User ManualLimitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitle

Notebook PC User ManualA-41EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

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

A-42Notebook PC User ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

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.15” model2357614

Notebook PC User Manual1514" model2357614

16Notebook PC User Manual1234 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple aud

Notebook PC User Manual1756 Power Button The power button turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF, and wakes it up from suspend mode. Press the power butto

18Notebook PC User ManualBottom SideThe bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.The battery pack size varies depending on model.15"

Notebook PC User Manual1914" model5The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operat

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

20Notebook PC User Manual Spring Battery Lock The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, i

Notebook PC User Manual2145 Memory (RAM) CompartmentMemory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional m

22Notebook PC User ManualRight Side41 2 56341 2 56312/ Headphone Output/Microphone Input Combo Jack This combo jack can be used to connect the Noteb

Notebook PC User Manual2343 Optical Drive (on selected models) The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook P

24Notebook PC User Manual Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through t

Notebook PC User Manual25534 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 ManualRear Side Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source an

Front Side Memory Card Reader Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such a

3Chapter 3: Getting Started

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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 ManualUsing Battery PowerThe Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The battery pack consists of a set of b

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 Manual35If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in

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 ManualFCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ... A-26Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)

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 Manual43Special Keyboard FunctionsHot KeysThe following defines the hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The commands can only be a

44Notebook PC User Manual LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only ->

Notebook PC User Manual45Power4Gear Hybrid (fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes c

46Notebook PC User ManualKeyboard as Numeric Keypad (on selected models)The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that ma

Notebook PC User Manual47Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The foll

48Notebook PC User ManualButtonButton and Status Indicators Power Button The power button turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF. It also puts the Noteboo

Notebook PC User Manual49Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the N

1Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC

50Notebook PC User Manual Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.

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 may damage the touchpad’s surface.Touchp

Notebook PC User Manual53Using the touchpadThe touchpad allows you to use one-finger and multi-finger gestures to move the pointer so you can select and

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

Notebook PC User Manual55Rotating - Rotating images clockwise or counterclockwise is done on the touchpad by using two fingers.To rotate an image, plac

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 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.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 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 driveAABBAABABBAAABBBAABBAABABBAAABBB

Notebook PC User Manual65Installing the hard disk driveAABBAABABBAAABBBAABBAABABBAAABBB

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

Notebook PC User Manual67Installing the memory (RAM)ABABCAAABBABABABCAAABBABABABCAAABBAB

68Notebook PC User ManualRemoving the memory (RAM):ABABCAAABBABABABCAAABBABABABCAAABBAB

Notebook PC User Manual69Network ConnectionsYour Notebook PC allows you to connect to the internet and other networks using the following wired and wi

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

70Notebook 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 Manual71Wireless Network Connections Wireless LAN (WLAN) This Notebook PC’s built-in WLAN is a compact and easy-to-use wireless Ether

72Notebook PC User Manual3. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list then click Connect.If you cannot find the desired ac

Notebook PC User Manual73Using Ad-hoc mode and Infrastructure modeThe built-in WLAN in this Notebook PC is also a client adapter that allows you to us

74Notebook PC User ManualInfrastructure modeThe Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network creat

Notebook PC User Manual75Bluetooth allows you to access other devices such as Notebook PCs, desktop PCs, tablets, and mobile phones that are also Blue

76Notebook 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 Manual77If your connected device overheats, remove it immediately.USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port.USB Charger+U

78Notebook 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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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-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.→←: S el ec t Sc reen ↑↓ : Se le ct I te m

Notebook PC User ManualA-5Security SettingTo set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password.2. Type in a

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. Ver

A-10Notebook PC User ManualTroubleshooting This section presents some common problems and possible solutions for your Notebook PC.The optical disc dri

Notebook PC User ManualA-11• If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try again. • If the problem still exists, conta

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 Manual• Close some running applications to decrease the system load.• Check your system for viruses.• Try restoring your system

Notebook PC User ManualA-13You must back up all your data to another location before doing the recovery process.Install an anti-virus software to prot

A-14Notebook PC User ManualUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the

Notebook PC User ManualA-15Using the Recovery Partition or the DVD Recovery (for selected models) allows you to reformat your hard drive and restore y

A-16Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates a new system part

Notebook PC User ManualA-17Using the Recovery DVD:DVD::Do not restart or turn off your Notebook PC during the recovery process. Do not remove the Reco

A-18Notebook PC User ManualDVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You ca

Notebook PC User ManualA-19Region DefinitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Ic

A-20Notebook PC User ManualBlu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and o

Notebook PC User ManualA-21Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiw