Asus Z92Vm User Manual

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111. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualPreparing your Notebook PC

121 Introducing the Notebook PCNOTE: Tips and information for spe-cial situations.TIP: Tips and useful information forcompleting tasks.Text enclos

13Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for det

141 Introducing the Notebook PC

152. Knowing the PartsTop SideBottom SideRight SideLeft SideFront SideRear Side

162 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting from

17Knowing the Parts 2Status IndicatorsSee Section 3 for details..Touchpad and ButtonsThe touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provid

182 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting fr

19Knowing the Parts 2Hard Disk Drive CompartmentThe hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authori

2(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of theFederal Register, National Archives and Records A

202 Knowing the PartsRight SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.PC Card SlotOne PCMCIA 2.1 com

21Knowing the Parts 2Modem PortThe RJ-11 telephone port supports an RJ-11 telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56KV.90 transfers. The

222 Knowing the PartsOptical DriveThe Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC’s opticaldrive may support

23Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.Audio SpeakersThe built-i

242 Knowing the PartsRear SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.DisplayOutputAir VentsUSBPortsP

253. Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackOperating SystemsPower ConnectionPowering ON The Notebook PCPower ManagementRestarting or RebootingPowering

263 Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackInstalling and Removing the Battery PackYour Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. I

27Getting Started 3Charging the Battery PackBefore you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The batterypack

283 Getting StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug dependingon territory. If a three-prong plug is provided,

29Getting Started 3The Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

3Safety StatementsNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

303 Getting StartedPower Management - “Stand By” & “Hibernate”Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The followin

31Getting Started 3Restarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallatio

323 Getting StartedPowering OFF the Notebook PCIn Windows XP, the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (orShut d

33Getting Started 3Using the KeyboardColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands

343 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiveinp

35Getting Started 3Keyboard as CursorsThe keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigationease while

363 Getting StartedInstant Launch KeysEmail Launch KeyPressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running.Internet Lau

37Getting Started 3Status Indicators (front edge)Power IndicatorThe green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when t

383 Getting StartedStatus Indicators (above keyboard)Drive Activity IndicatorIndicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device

39Getting Started 3CD Player Control Buttons and Indicator (on selected models)There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the No

4Safety StatementsSafety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions andinstructions

403 Getting Started

414. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceStorage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card ReaderConnections Modem Con

424 Using the Notebook PCUsing the TouchpadLight pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad. Because thet

43Using the Notebook PC 4Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

444 Using the Notebook PCCaring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

45Using the Notebook PC 4Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata

464 Using the Notebook PCInserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle button wille

47Using the Notebook PC 4Optical DriveInserting an optical disc1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON,press the drive’s eject button and the traywi

484 Using the Notebook PCA CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

49Using the Notebook PC 4Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom

5Charge Your BatteriesIf you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional batterypacks before going on long

504 Using the Notebook PCHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD-RO

51Using the Notebook PC 4NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Mo-dem and/or network can be installed as a

524 Using the Notebook PCCAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG orhigher. (see Glossary for more informatio

53Using the Notebook PC 4Network Hub or SwitchNetwork cable withRJ-45 connectorsThis is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a NetworkHub or

544 Using the Notebook PCAdd New Connection from theBluetooth taskbar iconBluetooth Settings from WindowsStart | Programs | BluetoothClick New Conn

55Using the Notebook PC 4Power SystemAC Power SystemThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system

564 Using the Notebook PCWARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de-pleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the sa

57Using the Notebook PC 4Power Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomax

584 Using the Notebook PCThermal Power ControlThere are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These powercon

59AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsInternal Modem CompliancyGlossaryNotebook PC Information

6DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)Safety Statements

60A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

61Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or

62A AppendixWARNING! To prevent system failures,use (Safely Remove Hardware) on thetaskbar before disconnecting the USBfloppy disk drive. Eject th

63Appendix AMonitor Out ConnectionAttaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is justlike that of a standard desktop PC (some configu-rations may require

64A AppendixOptional Connections (Cont.)These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.Securing Your Notebook PCFor system and hard d

65Appendix ADVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must i

66A Appendix

67Appendix AGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

68A AppendixByte (Binary Term)One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character,punctuation

69Appendix AKensington® LocksKensington® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebok PC to be secured usually using a metal cable andlock that prevent

7Safety StatementsUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a te

70A AppendixPOST (Power On Self Test)When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlleddiagnostic t

71Appendix ADeclarations and Safety StatementsDVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebok PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In or

72A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebok PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR21

73Appendix AInternal Modem Compliancy (Cont.)This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAust

74A AppendixFCC Radio Frequency Interference RequirementsMPE Statement: Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it

75Appendix AFrance Restricted Wireless Frequency BandsSome areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized powe

76A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-scribed, stored

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8Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC .....11About This User’s Manual ...

9Caring for the Touchpad ......................... 44Storage Devices ...