Asus X61GX User Manual

Notebook PCHardware User’s ManualOFFONEXPRESSE4249 / November 2008Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

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112. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PCPhotos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actual

12547896123Top SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.The keyboard differs for each territory.

13Camera (on selected models)The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive a

14Bottom SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1234WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC ca

15Knowing the Parts 2Battery Lock - ManualThe manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked po

16Left SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.OFF ONEXPRESS1 2 3 4 6 752 Knowing the PartsL

17Knowing the Parts 2ExpressCard SlotOne 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion car

18Right SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 2 32 Knowing the PartsOptical DriveThe Not

19Rear SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.HDMI1 2 43 5 6Knowing the Parts 21Kensington®

2Table of Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s Manual �����������������������������������������������������������������������������

202 Knowing the Parts5HDMI PortHDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/vi

21Front SideRefer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.1 12Knowing the Parts 2Audio SpeakerThe buil

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233. Getting StartedUsing AC PowerUsing Battery PowerPowering ON the Notebook PCChecking Battery Power Powering OptionsPower Management ModesSpecia

24IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Note-book PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical dev

25IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.IMPORTANT!

26WARNING! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in re, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. If there is any

27IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servici

28You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Note-book PC eventually enters suspend mode (W

29IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use

3Table of Contents (Cont.)4. Using the Notebook PCPointing Device�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������

30Thermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be congured

31Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following denes the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be

32Colored Hot Keys (cont.)Fn+C: Toggles “Splendid Video Intelligent Technology” function ON and OFF. This allows switching between different display c

33Microsoft Windows KeysThere are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below.The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu l

34SwitchesSwitches and Status IndicatorsPower4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. Th

35Status IndicatorsFrontSwitches and Status Indicators (cont.)Battery Charge IndicatorThe battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s p

36Capital Lock IndicatorIndicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type us

37CD Play/PauseDuring CD stop, begins CD play.During CD play, pauses CD play.CD StopDuring CD stop: Ejects the CD tray.During CD play: Stops CD play.C

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394. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceStorage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk driveMemory (RAM)Connecti

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40IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your nger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface.Pointing DeviceT

41Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the pointer ov

42The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the sur-face too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness

43Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other les to various data storage devices. This Note

44Optical DriveInserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray will eject out partially

45Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub.CD-R12The emergency eject is located in a hol

46Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras

47Hard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than oppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC

481Installing the hard disk drive:24 Using the Notebook PCDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

49Installing a Memory Card:Removing a Memory Card:3(This is only an example.)3(This is only an example.)Memory (RAM)Additional memory will increase ap

51. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing your Notebook PCPhotos and icons in this manua

50The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, net-work can be installed as an expansion card.Connections4 Using t

51OFF ONEXPRESSExample of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller.Network ConnectionConnect

52These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network.Desktop PCPDANotebook PCAccess PointDesktop PCPDANotebook PCWireless LAN Conne

532. Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Wireless LAN ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown.Windows Wireless Network ConnectionConnecting to a network4.

54Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models)Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-ena

A-1AppendixOptional Accessories & ConnectionsOperating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software

A AppendixA-2Optional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Flash Memory DiskA USB ash mem

Appendix AA-3Optional ConnectionsThese items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.USB Keyboard and MouseAttaching an external USB keybo

A AppendixA-4RESETOFF ON4. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse.• Install two “AA” batteries.• Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. The b

Appendix AA-5“RESET” may be necessary after changing batteries. Repeat steps if necessary.5. Click Next when the Bluetooth mouse is ready. 6. A

6About This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Noteb

A AppendixA-6Support SoftwareThis Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applica-tions to enable hardware features,

Appendix AA-7System BIOS SettingsBoot Device2. Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Pri

A AppendixA-8Password CheckSelect whether to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup).Select

Appendix AA-9System BIOS Settings (cont.)RAID Function Support (on selected model)For models support RAID function, you must set the RAID item in t

A AppendixA-10Common Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.1. Update the

Appendix AA-11Hardware Problem - Power ON/OFF ErrorI cannot power ON the Notebook PC.Diagnostics:1. Power On by Battery only? (Y = 2, N = 4)2. Ab

A AppendixA-12Software Problem - ASUS bundled softwareWhen I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an “Open policy le error” message.A. Reinstal

Appendix AA-13Software Problem - BIOSUpdating the BIOS.1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS le for your mo

A AppendixA-14Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.)Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS)1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a Trojan v

Appendix AA-1511. Insufcient privilege message.Many settings, including disabling or uninstalling NIS, require you to be logged into Windows with

7Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as desc

A AppendixA-16Windows Vista Software RecoveryUsing Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, a

Appendix AA-17Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.)Using DVD (on selected models)The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system, driv

A AppendixA-18GlossaryACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advance

Appendix AA-19CPU (Central Processing Unit)The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It inter-prets

A AppendixA-20Glossary (Cont.)Laser ClassicationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards beca

Appendix AA-21Glossary (Cont.)Suspend ModeIn Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices

A AppendixA-22Declarations and Safety StatementsRegion DenitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany,

Appendix AA-23Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and C

A AppendixA-24Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.)This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More

Appendix AA-25Federal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con

8CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on

A AppendixA-26R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufcient for the R&TTE (Radio

Appendix AA-27France Restricted Wireless Frequency BandsSome areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized po

A AppendixA-28UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electri-cally connected to a t

Appendix AA-29Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)(Japanese)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replac

A AppendixA-30Service warning labelWARNING! Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those speci-ed in the user’s manual may result

Appendix AA-31CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishDownloa

A AppendixA-32Notebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for techni

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, trans-mitted, transcribed, stored

This product is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents:7,416,423; 7,415,588; 7,413,402; 7,411,791; 7,408,855; 7,403,378; 7,400,721; 7,

9Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed infor-mation on using your