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1. CC I i i nnnm OO i V A 3 KO The power switch turns ON and OFF the Note book PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel gt Power Options gt System Set tings U IMPORTANT When opening DO NOT force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel _ 1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 2 Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC Ei There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct Ei Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 44 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC Ei The keyboard differs for each territory um a 90 ky COIN be 12 Knowing the Parts 2 Camera Indicator a The camera indicator shows when the built in camera is in use The camera may be auto activated 0 by supported software Camera on selected models The built in camera allows picture taking or video recording Can be used with video confer encing
2. Select authentication methods The Senay Protact Manacer above vou to 65 ee gt Select authentication methods Please register credentials for authentication methods You may click Cancel button and Register thi ired credential icati o sie ister the ired credentials continue the registration later as well egister the required credentials range of authentication methods Now it is time to enroll your Register the required ci jals credentials to make these methods work This wizard will guide you through the registration d ES Fingerprints Password To continue click Next N Registered o Select credentials you wish to register and click Next 7 Advise to register credentials on logon am more 1 This wizard will automatically start when TPMis 2 Select Fingerprints and click Next enabled in BIOS see Appendix Click Next Enroll Your Fingerprints d Swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor The new fingerprints will be used next time you log on To enroll your finger Swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor Follow the instructions on the screen Click here to select the specified d U finger To view more options use right erent O click SS Ee To start enrollment swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor y HH Olean noe Swipe the same finger over the fingerprint sensor again RRRWII
3. 3b Or Launch Bluetooth Devices from the Windows Control Panel 4 Prepare the Bluetooth mouse e Install two AA batteries e Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse The bottom sensor should glow red e Push the RESET button on the bottom of the Bluetooth mouse Appendix A Bluetooth Mouse Setup optional cont Add Bluetooth Device Wizard I Welcome to the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard KS referto the Bluetooth section of the ation Then set up your device so that your Make it discoverable visible Give it a name optional Press the button on the bottom of the device keyboards and mice only ee Add only Bluetooth devices that you trust se ae 5 Click Next when the Bluetooth mouse is ready Add Bluetooth Device Wizard i Do you need a passkey to add your device o To answer this question refer to the Bluetooth section of the documentation that came with your device If the documentation specifies a passkey use that one Choose a passkey for me Use the passkey found in the documentation Let me choose my own passkey n L I You should always use a passkey unless device does not support one We your EE 8to 16 digits long The longer the passkey the more secure it will be 7 Select Don t use a passkey and click Next Add Bluetooth Device Wizard i Comp
4. E LCD Icon F7 Toggles the display panel ON and OFF On certain models stretch p es the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes F8 Co od LCD Monitor Icons F8 Toggles between the Notebook PC s LCD display and an external monitor in this series LCD Only gt CRT Only External Monitor gt LCD CRT Clone gt LCD CRT Extend This function does not work in 256 Colors select High Color in Display Property Settings NOTE Must connect an external monitor before booting up Crossed Speaker Icons F10 fw Toggles the speakers ON and OFF only in Windows OS a 7 F11 o Speaker Down Icon F11 Decreases the speaker volume only in Windows OS A F12 Speaker Up Icon F12 Increases the speaker volume only in Windows OS e 31 32 3 Getting Started Colored Hot Keys cont S En Scr Lk Scr Lk Num LK Toggles the Scroll Lock ON and OFF Allows you to use a S larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation O Fn C Toggles Splendid Video Intelligent Technol a E ogy function ON and OFF This allows switching KR amp Za wy LY between different display color enhancement modes 7 er in order to improve contrast brightness skin tone and color saturation for red green and blue independently You can see the current mode through the on screen display OSD aja Fn V Toggles
5. Using the Optical Drive 46 Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers Unlike desktop optical drives the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle When inserting a CD it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical drive tray will scratch the CD WARNING If the CD disc is not properly locked onto the center hub the CD can be damaged when the tray is closed Always watch the CD closely while closing the tray slowly to prevent damage A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive After the CD is properly inserted data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD Using the proper software a CD RW drive or DVD CD RW drive can allow CD RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing deleting and editing capabilities Vibration is normal for all high speed optical drives due to unbalanced CDs or CD print To decrease vibration use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD Listening to Audio CD The optical drives can play audio CDs but only the DVD ROM drive can play DVD audio Insert the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing Depending on the DVD audio disc and installed
6. Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be upgraded Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades d WARNING End user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability 16 Knowing the Parts 2 Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC Som Power DC Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power sup plied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack always use the supplied power adapter CAUTION MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY sa LAN Port The RJ 45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ 11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network The built in connector al lows convenient use with
7. Inserting an Expansion Card Be sure the ExpressCard is level when inserting A 1 If there is an ExpressCard socket protector 3 Carefully connect any cables or adapters remove it using the Removing an Express needed by the ExpressCard Usually connectors Card instructions below can only be inserted in one orientation Look for a sticker icon or marking on one side of 2 Insert the ExpressCard with the connector side l the connector representing the top side first and label side up Standard ExpressCards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted Removing an Expansion Card The ExpressCard slot does not have an eject button Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to eject the ExpressCard Carefully pull the ejected ExpressCard out of the socket 43 44 4 Using the Notebook PC Flash Memory Card Holder on selected models The dummy expansion card that comes with the Notebook PC can function as a memory card holder which protects the conductors of your flash memory card The card holder also saves your time look ing for your misplacing memory card and minimizes the risk of losing your flash memory card with important data The memory card holder holds maximum 2 memory cards of SD or MS types You can store two SD cards or one SD card and one MS card Storing the flash memory card Removing the flash memory card Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1 While
8. Leam more 3 Select a finger on the illustration Swipe the 4 You must register atleast two fingers to decrease corresponding finger on the scanner slowly the chance of problems You must swipe your finger multiple times for verification 57 4 Using the Notebook PC Fingerprint Registration on selected models cont Completing the Security Protect Manager Registration Wizard You have successfully registered your Fingerprints Now you can use registered credentials to log on to Security edd Vve Wih Security Protect Manager you can Use registered credentials to log on to Windows Automate log on to other applications and Web sites The new fingerprints will be used next time you log on Click Next to complete the fingerprint enrollment or select the finger Use other services and applications provided by you would like to register on the hand icon Security Protect Manager V Yes want to use Security Protect Manager to logon to Windows gien Leonor 5 Select a finger on the illustration and swipe the 6 Click Finish when done corresponding finger on the scanner slowly You must swipe your finger multiple times for verification You must register at least two fingers to decrease the chance of any problems amp Settings and Options D I General Options Open e Wallet cee EH Muttfactor Authentication BS H H
9. These items if desired may be purchased from third parties USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable Attaching an external USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC s built in keyboard and touchpad 2 0 gt Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub A Appendix OD Bluetooth Mouse Setup optional This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices in Windows operating system 1 Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model see switches in Section 3 DIUETOOTHIEY IN VV ANE OSD IVE TOOTTEU IN 2 Press FN F2 repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN amp Bluetooth ON is shown Add a Bluetooth Device K Show Bluetooth Devices Send a File Receive a File Join a Personal Area Network Open Bluetooth Settings Remove Bluetooth Icon 3 Select Add a Bluetooth Device on the taskbar menu Bluetooth Devices Bee Remove Properties 3c If launched from the Control Panel click Add from this screen A 4 WIRELESS LAN BLUETOOTH 2b Or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar and select either the Wireless LAN Bluetooth or just the Bluetooth
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11. En caso de surgir alg n problema procede ponerse en contacto en primer lugar con el proveedor del equipo Utrustningen har godk nts i enlighet med r dets beslut 98 482 EG f r alleuropeisk anslutning som enskild terminal till det allm nt tillg ngliga kopplade telen tet PSTN P grund av de skillnader som finns mellan telen tet i olika l nder utg r godk nnandet emellertid inte i sig sj lvt en absolut garanti f r att utrustningen kommer att fungera tillfredsst llande vid varje telen tsanslutningspunkt Om problem uppst r b r ni i f rsta hand kontakta leverant ren av utrustningen A Appendix 9 Notebook PC Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support Keep this User s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out Owners Name Owner s Telephone Manufacturer _ Model ___ Serial Number Display Size ___ Resolution Memory Size ______ Retailer _ Z Location Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer e Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer _ gt Type BIOS Version Date Accessories Accessories Software Operating System Version Serial Number Software Version SerialNumber Software Version _ _ Serial Number Security Supervisor Name Supervisor Password __ User Name e User Passwor
12. Life Frame software application e Fn A Toggles the Light Sensor ON or OFF i Power4Gear eXtreme Fn Space Bar This Ki es key toggles power savings between Various m EZ power saving modes The power saving modes o Aviansie Sia Stas Ter Sa control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode You can see the current mode through the on screen display OSD Fn Enter extended keyboard Toggles Calculator Getting Started 3 42 Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Win dows desktop The other key that looks like a Windows menu with a small pointer activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object Extended Keyboard An extended keyboard is available on selected models The extended keyboard has a dedicated numeric key mm E pad for easy number entry Use Num Lk Scr Lk to E a toggle between using the extended keypad as numbers or as pointer directions The pointer direction keys are gege Sieg D U for navigation between fields or cells such as those in a a spreadsheet or table HE D M
13. Si Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N America 2 412 2 462 GHz ChO1 through CH11 Japan 2 412 2 484 GHz ChO1 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2 412 2 472 GHz ChO1 through Ch13 Si France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are e 10mW for the entire 2 4 GHz band 2400 MHz 2483 5 MHz e 100mW for frequencies between 2446 5 MHz and 2483 5 MHz Ei Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446 6 MHz to 2483 5 MHz There are few possibilities for outdoor use On private property or on the private property of public persons use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense with maxi mum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446 5 2483 5 MHz band Use outdoors on public property 1s not permitted In the departments listed below for the entire 2 4 GHz band e Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW e Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW Departments in which the use of the 2400 2483 5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors 01 Ain Orientales 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ari ge 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Dr me 32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indreet Loire 41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche 55 Meuse 58 Ni vre 59 Nord 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du D me 64 Pyr n es Atlantique 66 Pyr
14. 5 Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely These notes have different degrees of importance as described below NOTE Tips and information for special situations TIP Tips and useful information for completing tasks IMPORTANT Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data components or persons WARNING Important information that must be followed for safe operation Text enclosed in lt gt or represents a key on the keyboard do not actually type the lt gt or and the enclosed letters S Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC Follow all precautions and instructions Except as described in this manual refer all servicing to gualified personnel Do not use damaged power cords accessories or other peripherals Do not use strong solvents such as thinners benzene or other chemicals on or near the surface IMPORTANT Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack s before cleaning Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth vc DO NOT place
15. access Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability IS IS om an example The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST Power On Self Test process There is no hardware or software including BIOS setup reguired after the memory 1s installed WARNING Disconnect all the dh connected peripherals any telephone or telecommunica tion lines and power connector such as external power supply battery pack etc before in stalling or removing a memory This is only an example This is only an example Using the Notebook PC 4 Connections Ei The built in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade After purchase net work can be installed as an expansion card Network Connection Connect a network cable with RJ 45 connectors on each end to the modem network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch For 100 BASE TX 1000 BASE T speeds your network cable must be category 5 or better not category 3 with twisted pair wiring If you plan on running the interface at 100 1000Mbps it must be connected to a 100 BASE TX 1000 BASE T hub not a BASE T4 hub For 10Base T use category 3 4 or 5 twisted pair wiring 10 100 Mbps Full Duple
16. 33 3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches a VC C Lk II AAA LEUK NITI L ip A LEE KKK E Mode Switch Key There are two sets of instant keys Pressing this button will switch the instant key mode Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application They function as the arrows keys Refer to the end of this section for more details Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between A 6 various power saving modes The power saving modes control i m many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance us Suet deit Se versus battery time Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode The selected mode is shown on the display 4 SS B Splendid Key on selected models Toggles Splendid Video Intelligent Technology function ON and E OFF This allows switching between different display color enhance Za EI Ze Ww s ment modes in order to improve contrast brightness skin tone and eem color saturation for red green and blue independently The selected mode is ER on the display L Touchpad Lock Key Pressing this button will lock disable the built in touchpad Locking the touchpad will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typ
17. 4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA FCC RF Exposure Guidelines Wireless Clients This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RF Exposure SAR limits in typical portable configurations In order to comply with SAR limits established in the ANSI C95 1 standards it is recom mended when using a wireless LAN adapter that the integrated antenna is positioned more than 20cm from your body or nearby persons during extended periods of operation If the antenna is positioned less than 20cm from the user it is recommended that the user limit the exposure time R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient for the R amp TTE Radio amp Telecommunications Terminal Equipment directive e Essential requirements as in Article 3 e Protection requirements for health and safety as in Article 3 la e Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 e Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in Article 3 1b e Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in EN 301 489 1 amp EN 301 e Testing according to 489 17 e Effective use of the radio spectrum as in Article 3 2 e Radio test suites according to EN 300 328 2 CE CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product in a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures A 25 A Appendix
18. BIOS setup Addi tional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed use the following procedures to install the battery pack IMPORTANT Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON as this may result in the loss of working data To install the battery pack To remove the battery pack U IMPORTANT Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Note book PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC G Ensure that the pull tab of the battery pack is not blocked when installing the bat tery pack or there might be trouble removing the battery pack 25 26 3 Getting Started Battery Care The Notebook PC s battery pack like all rechargeable batteries has a limit on the number times it can be recharged The battery pack s useful life will depend on your environment temperature humidity and how your Notebook PC is used It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range be tween 5 C and 35 C 41 F and 95 F You must also take into account that the Notebook PC s internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature Any temperatures above or below this range
19. D x Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings CAUTION There are three main types of airport security devices X ray machines used on items placed on conveyor belts magnetic detectors used on people walking through security checks and magnetic wands hand held devices used on people or individual items You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X ray machines However it is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands Models with 3G Produces radio wave emissions that may cause electrical interferences and must be used in places that do not prohibit such devices Take precautions while using dh WARNING The 3G function needs to be switched OFF in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres such as petrol gas stations chemical storage depots and blasting opera tions W See end of Section 4 for definition Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only guick instructions for using your Notebook PC Read the later pages for detailed infor mation on using your Notebook PC 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter 4 Turn ON the Notebook PC
20. EH COnnECHONS E A 3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup Be ele E A 4 Operating System and Goitware AAA A 6 System BIOS Settings eben A 7 Common Problems and Ee UE ten EE A 9 Windows Vista Software Recovery E A 15 LOSS e E A 17 Declarations and Safety Statements 000nnnn00nnnoneannnonannnonennnnrrnrnnrrnrnrernrerenenne A 21 Notebook PC Information 0 cccccceccccccccccccccccccccececcceccececececeneneneaeaeavavaterensners A 34 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC Ei There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct Ei Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User s Manual This User s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them The following are major sections of this User s Manuals 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User s Manual 2 Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC s components 3 Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC 4 Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC s components
21. SS Morton 3 s Norton Internet Security NIS Internet Security Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a Trojan virus from a local IP address This problem can be solved by making sure the virus definition file is the latest one and regularly updating the virus definition file 2 Reinstalling fails at the Information Wizard after uninstalling Norton Antivirus Make sure NIS has been uninstalled from your computer reboot your system install NIS again use Live Update and update the virus definition file 3 Norton accidently blocks desired web pages or reduces download speeds Change the security configuration to a lower level NIS scans virus while downloading data so net work speed will be decreased 4 Cannot login to MSN or Yahoo messenger services Make sure NIS has been updated and also update the Windows system by using Windows Update If the problem still exist try 1 Open NIS 200x by clicking on the NIS icon in your system tray 2 Open Norton AntiVirus in Options menu 3 Click on Instant Messenger uncheck MSN Windows Messenger from Which Instant mes sengers to protect 5 NIS is damaged and need reinstalling NIS is located in the provided disc in the NIS200x folder x is the version number 6 The Start firewall when system is booted option is selected but it takes about one minute to startup the firewall every time I enter Windows Win
22. WITHOUT NO TICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Copyright 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS part or other liability you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS In each such instance regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS ASUS is liable for no more than damages for bodily injury including death and damage to real property and tangible personal property or any other actual and direct dam ages resulted from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement up to the listed contract price of each product ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss damages or claims based in contract tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement This limit also applies to ASUS suppliers and its reseller It is the maximum for which ASUS its sup pliers and your reseller are collectively responsible UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING 1 THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES 2 LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO YOUR RE CORDS OR DATA OR 3 SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS
23. a partition option and click Next Partition options Recover Windows to first partition only This option will delete only the first partition allowing you to keep other partitions and create a new system partition as drive C Recover Windows to entire HD This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition as drive C Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions C 60 and D 40 5 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process EI Please visit www asus com for updated drivers and utilities A 15 A Appendix Windows Vista Software Recovery Cont Using DVD on selected models The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system drivers and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory The Recovery DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC s software to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order Before using the Recovery DVD copy your data files such as Outlook PST files to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings such as network settings d IMPORTANT Remove the optional secondary hard disk drive before performing sys tem recovery on your notebook PC According to Microsoft you ma
24. and radio features require built in modules only on selected models 4 IMPORTANT The Notebook PC must be used indoors when using the antenna Cable connection Connect the coaxial cable from a paid television Service roof mounted aerial antenna or indoor rabbit ears to the cable adapter Cable service I s Use an NTSC to PAL connection can receive analog TV depending on a paid services The provided adapter is necessary to change the coaxial plug to fit the slim Notebook PC Attach an NTSC to PAL adapter if necessary d IMPORTANT Cable distribution system should be grounded earthed in accor dance with ANSI NFPA 70 the National Electrical Code NEC in particular Section 820 93 Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance DTV antenna connection Connect the provided digital TV antenna to the Notebook PC using the cable adapter The digital TV antenna can only receive digital TV signals broadcasted in selected regions Digital television reception is available Ei on selected models only and will vary by location depending on distance from transmission towers and obstructions Antenna placement Horizontal Can be safely placed on flat surfaces such as table tops cabinets and shelves Vertical Magnets in base allows attachment to metallic surfaces such a
25. cannot produce hazardous diffuse reflections Personnel working with these lasers should wear appropriate protective eye wear during any operation of the laser Class 3B lasers have both admin istrative and physical controls to protect personnel Physical controls include limited access work areas Administrative controls include special warning signs posted outside the entrances to the laser work spaces and lights outside the entrances that warn personnel when the lasers are in use CLASS 4 Class 4 lasers are high power lasers that will cause damage to unprotected eyes and skin through intra beam viewing and specular or diffuse reflections Consequently no personnel should be in a room where a Class 4 laser is operating without proper eye protection PCI Bus Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32 bit data bus interface PCI is a standard widely used by ex pansion card manufacturers POST Power On Self Test When you turn on the computer it will first run through the POST a series of software controlled diag nostic tests The POST checks system memory the motherboard circuitry the display the keyboard the diskette drive and other I O devices RAM Random Access Memory RAM usually just called memory is the place in a computer where the operating system applica tion programs and data in current use are temporarily kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computer s p
26. not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed Appendix A System BIOS Settings Boot Device BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS SETUP UTILITY 1st Boot Device Removable Dev icel gt Boot Device Priority 1 On the Boot screen select Boot Device Priority 2 Select each item and press Enter to select a device Security Setting BIOS SETUP UTILITY To clear the password Enter New Passuord SS 2 Type in a password and press Enter 1 Leave the password field blank and press 3 Re type the password and press Enter Password uninstalled Password installed a 2 Password is then cleared 4 Password is then set Change Supervisor Password 1 On the Security screen select Change Supervisor or Change User Password A Appendix System BIOS Settings cont Password Check User Access Level BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS SETUP UTILITY User Access Level Full Access Password Check Setup Full Access Select whether to ask for a ae during bootup Always Select the level of access to allow the User Password to or only when entering the BIOS setup utility Setup have in the BIOS setup utility Save Changes BIOS SETUP UTILITY If you want to keep your ee settings you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility Save configuration changes and exit setup LOKI Cancel Save Changes and Exit If you want to restore default settings choose Load M
27. on the card or else data loss may occur WARNING To prevent data loss use Windows Safely Remove SERA Hardware on the taskbar before removing the flash memory ae card 5 15 PM 47 Hard Disk Drive 9 48 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives The Notebook PC comes with a replace able hard disk drive Current hard drives support SMART Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen When replacing or upgrading the hard drive always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC IMPORTANT Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact The hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped WARNING Disconnect all the con nected peripherals any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector such as exter nal power supply battery pack etc before removing the hard disk cover Using the Notebook PC 4 Installing the hard disk drive 49 50 4 Using the Notebook PC Memory RAM Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk
28. on uneven or unstable DO NOT place or drop objects on work surfaces Seek servicing if the top and do not shove any foreign casing has been damaged GT objects into the Notebook PC DO NOT press or touch the display panel Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty en vironments DO NOT operate during a gas leak DO NOT expose to or use near liguids rain or moisture DO NOT use the DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on Battery safety warning your lap or any part of the body in XX DO NOT throw the battery in fire order to prevent discomfort or injury W DO NOT short circuit the contacts from heat exposure DO NOT disassemble the battery SAFE TEMP This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 F and 35 C 95 F INPUT RATING Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical electronic equipment and mercury containing button cell batte
29. to turn ON your computer Reboot means to restart your computer When using Windows 95 or later selecting Restart from Start Shut Down will reboot your computer Byte Binary Term One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character punctuation mark or other symbol Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle Clock throttling is used for power savings thermal management and reducing processing speed A 17 s A 18 A Appendix Glossary Cont CPU Central Processing Unit The CPU sometimes called Processor actually functions as the brain of the computer It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer s operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA audio Ethernet printer or modem DVD DVD 1s essentially a bigger faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data With these capacities and access rates DVD discs can provide you with dramatically enhanced high color full motion videos better graphics sharper pictures and digital audio for a theater like experience DVD aims to encompass home entertainment computers and business information with a single digital format eventually replacing au
30. 2Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer qKensington Lock Port The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington com patible Notebook PC security products These security products usually include a w cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved 19 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC IL ee Ne one ae nD NNN CO lt Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC U IMPORTANT Make sure that paper books clothing cables or other ob jects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur 20 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built in wireless LAN and Bluetooth selected models When enabled the wireless status indicator will light Windows software settings are neces sary before use SP
31. 3 1993 Washington DC Office of the Federal Register National Archives and Records Administration U S Government Printing Office FE FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel of the Mobile Satellite Systems High power radars are allocated as primary user of the 5 25 to 5 35GHz and 5 65 to 5 85GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device d IMPORTANT This device and its antenna s must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter A 24 Appendix A Fe FCC Radio Frequency RF Exposure Caution Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements please follow operation instruc tions in the user s manual This equipment is for operation within 5 15 GHz and 5 25GHz frequency ranges and is restricted to indoor environments only dh FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment The manufacturer declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2
32. CC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user 1s encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The use of a shielded type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television recep tion It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used Use only shielded cables to connect I O devices to this equipment You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations 47 part 15 19
33. Connection on selected models Antenna Connections on selected models Trusted Platform Module TPM on selected models Fingerprint Scanner on selected models 3G Watcher on selected models and in selected territories Ei There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct Ei Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 39 H O 40 4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two three but ton and scrolling knob PS 2 mice The touchpad is Pointer pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts Movement therefore mechanical failures can be avoided A device driver is still required for working with some application software Scroll EE Right Click IMPORTANT DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the EEN touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad s surface Left Click Using the Touchpad Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad Because the Slide finger touchpad is electrostatic sensitive objects cannot forward be used in place of your fingers The touchpad s primary function is to move the pointer around or a a select items displayed on the screen with the use of al X ron your
34. DIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface compliant de vices for digital audio output Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi fi home entertainment system Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack 1 8 inch is used to connect the Notebook PC s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones Using this jack automatically disables the built in speakers Combo Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack 1 8 inch can be used to connect an external microphone or out put signals from audio devices Using this jack automatically disables the built in microphone Use this feature for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recordings Q rem E SATA Port on selected models External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of Serial ATA devices originally e designed for use inside the computer It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2 0 amp 1394 for external storage solutions and is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and seg connectors up to two meters O Air lonizer on selected models The built in air ionizer functions as an air purifier The emitted ions purify the air by attracting particles floating in the air and falling to the ground Press the Air Ionizer instant key to activate this function U IMPORTANT DO NOT insert any object into the ionizer hole Doing so will damage the air ionize
35. S Os A PE O o O 0 a VL o S e 3 CH Bn EC 2 y i ji CN J A i N A LU W j Y V G Ne L I Af 2 E4017 August 2008 Contents Table of Contents 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User s Manual ecscscccsccecacsvcecatvaveexacaiccuadsvcedatsassevaceceaaxeasuectesadstterstahceeestxees Notes For This OTTEN Preparing y r Notebook RE 2 Knowing the Parts H Ieie Be E BOKOM RE EN Ree Bleu ge EE Dein ee EEN 3 Getting Started POW GY E aiee a E E esses EP o o jede VE GR SE KOE Ed ot pt ORMAR AREA Ogle AOC POWG Ts ii poeni porodu tekao tito Bh cee ne eee ee eee eee eee Usne Ealery OW EE Batey e Powering ON the Notebook PC Bela aa ae soso Re ee ee ee ee ee ker ee Ses eeeee ee ee se ceeesteece The Power On Self Test A E Checking Battery e Charging the Battery Pak iccceacoscancnesecauimacoraeancntuveicncesseaaucoussiaeaivoudaeisagierdcaneeeacsieee OW SE DUO aE na eee rece ce aeeedaee E AT Power Management Modes nn0nnnannnnennnnennnsrnnnsnrenrnrrrsnrrnsnrrrrrrrsrrernnrrrsrrrenne DISS AIG TMOG EE Thermal Power GOTO EE Special Keyboard FUNGI ONS wai ceerccccecenecaccasacinnatectnepesedeanccionmeneceseenetnesceacseneeteancceesans Colored Hot E Microsoft Windows KeVS ss hececidecgtinatsunntsecnts letom dl S me eva a stnndacimetieocossixcguimatienseseant Extended Keyboard E Switches and Status Indicators 2 2 2 2 cece ee cece eccecceceece
36. THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT 15 2 Knowing the Parts Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC 1s connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected This allows use when moving temporarily between locations Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit gf Battery Lock Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured When the battery pack is inserted it will automatically lock To remove the battery pack this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position EI m Memory RAM Compartment lt Central Processor Unit CPU Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access The BIOS au tomatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures accordingly There is no hardware or software including BIOS setup required after the memory is installed Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC Only purchase ex pansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability
37. UATA JA NPENEL Kat apy va ANEVJLVEGTE otov NPOUNJEVTI tov E ONALONUOV OAG La presente apparecchiatura terminale stata approvata in conformit della decisione 98 482 CE del Consiglio per la connessione paneuropea come terminale singolo ad una rete analogica PSTN A causa delle differenze tra le reti dei differenti paesi l approvazione non garantisce per di per s il funzionamento corretto in tutti i punti di terminazione di rete PSTN In caso di problemi contattare in primo luogo il fornitore del prodotto Este equipamento foi aprovado para liga o pan europeia de um nico terminal rede telef nica p blica comutada RTPC nos termos da Decis o 98 482 CE No entanto devido s diferen as existentes entre as RTPC dos diversos pa ses a aprova o n o garante incondicionalmente por si s um funcionamento correcto em todos os pontos terminais da rede da RTPC Em caso de problemas deve entrar se em contacto em primeiro lugar com o fornecedor do equipamento Este equipo ha sido homologado de conformidad con la Decisi n 98 482 CE del Consejo para la conexi n paneuropea de un terminal simple a la red telef nica p blica conmutada RTPC No obstante a la vista de las diferencias que existen entre las RTPC que se ofrecen en diferentes pa ses la homologaci n no constituye por s sola una garant a incondicional de funcionamiento satisfactorio en todos los puntos de terminaci n de la red de una RTPC
38. and other interactive applications A Microphone Built in The built in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recordings Light Sensor on selected models The light sensor measures the amount of ambient light and changes the illumination of the LCD display accordingly Ze Gd Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors Unlike desktop monitors the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering so it is easier on the eyes Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids use plain water if necessary to clean the display panel s Status Indicators top Status indicators represent various hardware software conditions See indicator details in section 3 O Dual Mode Instant Keys touch sensitive Dual mode instant keys provide two sets of instant keys for you to launch frequently used applications with one touch of a button Details are described in section 3 ch Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options d Express Gate Key Pressing this button will launch Express Gate Refer to the Express Gate User s Manual for details Th
39. and run Windows disk checking program To run Dstt New Window s disk checking program click Start gt select Computer gt right click anon a hard disk drive icon gt choose Properties gt click the Tools tab gt click Check 8 Now gt click Start You can also select Scan sectors for more effective scan and repair but the process Will run slower IMPORTANT If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing Continued use may result in data loss 27 3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery A fully charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features your general work habits the CPU system memory size and the size of the display panel Power Options Windows Mobility Center Show System Icons Ei Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not reflect what you see in your system U 3 hr 31 min 99 remaining Select a power plan Right click the battery icon is PowerdGear Entertainment Ei You will be warned when Saving d 2 hr23 min 59 remaining battery power IS low if you E Power4 Ge
40. anual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself A 1 A Appendix Optional Accessories These items if desired come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC USB Hub Optional Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable USB Flash Memory Disk Oa A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1 44MB floppy a NA disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes higher transfer speeds i e and greater durability When used in current operating systems no drivers are necessary FJUSB Floppy Disk Drive gt An optional USB interface floppy disk drive can accept a standard 1 44MB or 720KB 3 5 inch floppy diskette WARNING To prevent system failures use Windows Safely Remove Hardware on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock Safely Remove Hardware Safely remove USE Mass Storage Device Drive A e 3 15 PM 9 Cell Lithium ion Battery The optional battery pack which consists of 9 battery cells housed together provides longer battery life It is convenient for going on long trips or when the AC wall outlet is unavailable Appendix A Optional Connections
41. anufacture Defaults You must then save changes to keep the manufacture default settings Load Manufacture Defaults A Cancel Appendix A Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs 1 Update the BIOS to the latest version and try again 2 If updating the BIOS does not help try better quality discs and try again 3 If the problem still exist contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance Unknown Reason System Unstable Cannot wake up from the hibernation 1 Remove upgraded parts RAM HDD WLAN BT if they were installed after purchase 2 If not the case try MS System Restore to an earlier date 3 If problem still persists try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD NOTE You must backup all your data to another location before recovering 4 If the problem still exist contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance Hardware Problem Keyboard Hotkey The Hotkey FN is disabled A Reinstall the ATKO100 driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website Hardware Problem Built in Camera The built in camera does not work correctly 1 Check Device Manager to see if there are any problems 2 Try reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem 3 If the problem is not solved update the BIOS to the latest version and try again 4 If the p
42. ar High Performance Current power plan Power4Gear Entertainment continue to ignore the low Pointer over the battery icon without i Learn how to conserve power battery warnings the Note ee ae power adapter book PC eventually enters Windows Mobility Center 29 95 available plugged in charging suspend mode Windows default uses STR Current power plan Power4Gear Entertainment Left click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter dh WARNING Suspend to RAM STR does not last long when the battery power is de pleted Suspend to Disk STD is not the same as power OFF STD reguires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery deple tion or no power supply e g removing both the power adapter and battery pack Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC on the road you will have to charge the battery pack The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power using the power adapter Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time A new battery pack must completely charge before the Notebook PC is disconnected from external power It takes a few hours to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is turned OFF and may take twice the time when the Notebook PC is turned ON The battery status indicator on the Notebook PC turns OFF when the battery pack is charged Ei The b
43. assis temperature not CPU e The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe upper limit e The CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit e The system shut down for critical cooling when temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit 30 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC s keyboard The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command Getting Started 3 Ei The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same Follow the icons instead of the function keys Zz Icon F1 Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode either Save to RAM or Save to Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup F2 Radio Tower F2 Wireless Models Only Toggles e the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth on selected 6 amp by WO models ON or OFF with an on screen display When em e enabled the corresponding wireless indicator will light Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth F5 Sun Down Icon F5 H Decreases the display brightness F Sun Up Icon F6 PA Increases the display brightness
44. ating system The choices and languages will depend on the territory The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS drivers and applications to enable hardware features extend functionality help manage your Notebook PC or add functionality not provided by the native operating system If updates or replace ment of the support disc is necessary contact your dealer for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities The support disc contains all drivers utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre installed The support disc does not include the operating system itself The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre configured in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre install A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC s operating system to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order Contact your retailer if you require such a solution Some of the Notebook PC s components and features may
45. attery starts charging when the charge remaining in the battery drops below 95 This prevents the battery from charging frequently Minimizing the recharge cycles helps prolong battery life Ei The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is too high dh WARNING DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged The battery pack will dis charge over time If not using a battery pack it must continued to be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it may fail to charge in the future Power Options Getting Started 3 The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options For other options such as Switch User Restart Sleep or Shut Down click the arrowhead next to the lock icon 63 Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system you may be prompted to restart the system Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart To restart the system manually choose Restart your Notebook PC before turning it back ON Connect To Control Panel Default Programs Help and Support OC aa b a Switch User Log Off Lock Restart Sleep Hibernate Shut Down U IMPORTANT To protect the hard drive wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF a Emergency Shutd
46. charged or completely drained Blinking Battery power is less than 10 and the AC power is not connected Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device s such as the hard disk The light flashes proportional to the access time GO Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with built in wireless LAN When the built in wire less LAN is enabled this indicator will light Windows software settings are neces sary Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth BT This indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC s built in Bluetooth BT function is activated 36 E Getting Started 3 Switches and Status Indicators cont Status Indicators cont Top Gei Air lonizer Key Indicates that the air ionizer is enabled ai Number Lock Indicator Indicates that number lock Num Lk is activated when lighted Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock Caps Lock is activated when lighted Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters e g A B C When the capital lock light is OFF the typed letters will be in the lower case form e g a b c 37 3 Getting Started Multimedia Control Keys on selected models The
47. d Network User Name Password Domain User Name rr Password Domain A 34 Copyright Information No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced trans mitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTER RUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POS SIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME
48. dio CD videotape laserdisc CD ROM and video game cartridges ExpressCard ExpressCard slot is 26 pins and support one ExpressCard 34mm or one ExpressCard 54mm expansion card This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2 0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards Hardware Hardware is a general term referring to the physical components of a computer system including pe ripherals such as printers modems and pointing devices IDE Integrated Drive Electronics IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself eliminating the need for a separate adapter card in the case for SCSI devices UltraDMA 66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB Sec transfer IEEE1394 1394 Also known as iLINK Sony or FireWire Apple 1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot plugging capabilities like USB The popular 1394a interface has a bandwidth of 400Mbits sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus The newer 1394b interface can support twice the speed and will appear in future models when peripherals support higher speeds 1394 is also used in high end digital equipment and should be marked DV for Digital Video port Kensington Locks Kensington locks or compatible allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebo
49. dows is not responsive during this time If NIS firewall reduces your system speed to an intolerable level deselect that option 7 Much of my system speed has been reduced by NIS NIS will reduce your system speed both booting and running performance if you are using NIS s full protection functions NIS scans and tracks all data in the background You can speed up your system by stopping NIS s auto scan functions in system bootup You can then scan virus manually when your computer is not in use 8 Cannot uninstall NIS Go to Control Panel Add or Remove Programs Look for Norton Internet Security 200x Symantec Corporation Click Change Remove and choose Remove All to uninstall NIS A 13 A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions Cont H Windows Firewall must be stopped before installing Norton Internet Security or Norton Personal Firewall How to stop Windows Firewall 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 You will have one of two control panels Click on the Security Center icon 3 Click on the Windows Firewall icon beneath the status updates 4 Click Off and then click OK 10 Why is the Privacy Control icon showing x Turn off Privacy Control from Status amp Settings 11 Insufficient privilege message Many settings including disabling or uninstalling NIS require you to be logged into Windows with Administrator privileges Log Off and switch to a user account with Administ
50. e Yi select how Security Protect M is configured on this i Single Sign On Single Sign On tema anager is on Switch User ae W General Document Manager Swa me leti ratna Advanced Settings Show hint window amp Lock Workstation See deeg Suggest to backup identity after changes Silke Advise to register credentials on logon Log Off Power User E Select the way users log on to Windows Use Security Protect Manager to log on to Windows UU g lt d Enforce Security Protect Man to Windows Register Credentials D oopis ST d Allow fingerprint searching in logon wizard Sett ings andl ptio JI Enable automatic fingerprint capture it We o we gt mm mmmmepen m sensor Play sound Show animation Advise to register fingerprints for new users Display tip before one touch action AA Select one touch action SKS 7 Right click the icon in the Notification area and 8 Select General Options and Single Sign On select Settings and Options and configure your preferences 58 Using the Notebook PC 4 3G Watcher on selected models and in selected territories The 3G Watcher software application will allow your Notebook PC to connect to 3G wireless net works normally used by 3G mobile phones When connected your Notebook PC can connect to the Internet just like using a wirele
51. e insufficient signal strength to maintain a GSM data con nection Coverage The icon shows the fastest service available ME e GPRS icon GPRS is the fastest service available in your current coverage area l ease ID EDGE icon EDGE is the fastest service available in your current coverage area supported on EDGE 3G modems aG ic e 3G icon UMTS is the fastest service available in your current coverage area supported on UMTS 3G modems Duc e HS icon HSDPA is the fastest service available in your current coverage area KE supported on HSDPA 3G modems When only the letters are displayed for example 448 you are within the coverage area but have not yet acquired the service When the indicator has an outline e43e you have acquired service and are able to establish a data connection When the indicator is filled ff you have a data connection on the wireless service 61 4 Using the Notebook PC 3G Watcher on selected models and in selected territories Roaming You are connected to a network other than your local service provider s There may be a surcharge for roaming service This service may not be available New SMS message Click the icon to open the SMS Express window and read your messag es When your SIM becomes full this icon flashes and turns red Supported only on selected devices Data transmission When the modem is connected to the network the main Watcher window sho
52. e made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter working difficulties Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter working difficulties The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan European approvals using CTR 21 The results are Europe s first modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual European country Non Voice Equipment Answering machines and loud speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems fax machines auto dialers and alarm systems Equipment in which the end to end quality of speech is controlled by regulations e g handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones is excluded Appendix A J Internal Modem Compliancy Cont This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard Country Applied More Testing Austria Yes No Bel
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54. ecurity key or passphrase ZE Tf you have a USB flash drive with network settings for asus insert it now When connecting you may have to enter a password 8 After connection has been established Con nected will be shown 53 4 Using the Notebook PC amp Bluetooth Wireless Connection on selected models Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth enabled devices Examples of Bluetooth enabled devices may be Notebook PCs Desktop PCs mobile phones and PDAs Ei If your Notebook PC did not come with built in Bluetooth you need to connect a USB or ExpressCard Bluetooth module in order to use Bluetooth Bluetooth enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your mobile phone Depending on your mobile phone s capabilities you can transfer phone book data photos sound files etc or use it as a mo dem to connect to the Internet You may also use it for SMS messaging Bluetooth enabled computers or PDAs You can wireless connect to another computer or PDA and exchange files share peripherals or share Internet or network connections You may also make use of Bluetooth enabled wireless keyboard or mouse SE Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices See Appendix for complete process 1 Switch ON the Wireless
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56. ei e C Remove tray icon from taskbar 4 20 PM Uninstall a program n I Change startup programs E Additional Options 4 P i E y Static tray icon in taskbar D I 4 20PM Mobile PC d Me s N Change battery setting Ze Animated tray icon in taskbar 4 20 PM ount ik ngs Adjust commonly used mobility La ings www synaptics com Find Mouse properties in the Control Panel Models with ALPS touchpad JM use Properties Tappi le Gestures ala Others USB mouse connection EK Pointers _ Pointer Options Orientation Hardware Buttons Double Click Speed Test Area Left Button Ma J Ce T Right Button g Shortcut Menu X 5 ar Slow Fast Scroll Function Both Buttons MA ES 3 PCI Swap left and right button functions of USB mouse ALPS Using the Notebook PC 4 Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents pictures and other files to various data storage devices This Notebook PC has the following storage devices e Expansion Card Optical drive e Flash memory reader Hard disk drive J Expansion Card One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard 34mm or one ExpressCard 54mm expansion card This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2 0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards
57. erand ren af udstyret Dit apparaat is goedgekeurd volgens Beschikking 98 482 EG van de Raad voor de pan Europese aansluiting van enkelvoudige eindapparatuur op het openbare geschakelde telefoonnetwerk PSTN Gezien de verschillen tussen de individuele PSTN s in de verschillende landen biedt deze goed keuring op zichzelf geen onvoorwaardelijke garantie voor een succesvolle werking op elk PSTN netwerkaansluitpunt Neem bij problemen in eerste instantie contact op met de leverancier van het apparaat The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98 482 EC for pan European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance T m laite on hyv ksytty neuvoston p t ksen 98 482 EY mukaisesti liitett v ksi yksitt isen laitteena yleiseen kytkent iseen puhelinverkkoon PSTN EU n j senvaltioissa Eri maiden yleisten kytkent isten puhelinverkkojen v lill on kuitenkin eroja joten hyv ksynt ei sellaisenaan takaa h iri t nt toimintaa kaikkien yleisten kytkent isten puhelinverkkojen liitynt pisteiss Ongelmien ilmetess ottakaa viipym tt yhteytt laitt
58. erating system or any non TPM application The TPM is disabled by default Use BIOS setup to enable it Enabling TPM Security BIOS SETUP UTILIT Enter BIOS Setup press F2 on system startup On Security page set TPM Security to Enabled IMPORTANT Use your TPM applica tion s Restore or Migration function Enabled to backup your TPM security data TPM Security Cleari ng TPM Secu red Data BIOS SETUP UTILITY When Supervisor Password is installed TPM Security Clear will appear Use this item to clear all data secured by TPM You have to restart the Notebook PC after setting the password to see the security clear option TPM Security Clear IMPORTANT Use should routinely backup your TPM secured data Using the Notebook PC 4 Fingerprint Registration on selected models The fingerprint scanner can be used for instant and secure user authentication These instructions will show you how to setup the fingerprint registration 8 Security Protect Manager Registration Wizard 23 rity Methods Registration Wizard x Welcome to the Secu u Registration Wizard x Security Protect Manager provides advanced security and flexibility by ee f Protect Manager Registration Rod k supporting wide range of authentication methods The registration procedure includes these easy steps Wizard The registration procedure includes these easy steps GE
59. ettre au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant French ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres 1 henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner Norwegian FAME MDAOPE AIL ERORE ET ASHES ABA NG CRESA LOZE oT FSV ROTO RICES TUBLT FAY Japanese Hg IMPORTANT Depending on model components used in the Notebook PC display panel may contain mercury Recycle or dispose according to local state and federal laws A 30 Appendix A Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user s manual dh WARNING Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure Do not attempt to disas semble the optical drive For your safety have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider Service warning label CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH of the U S Food and Drug Administration imple mented regulations for laser products on August 2 1976 These regula
60. fic Islands South America Region 5 CIS India Pakistan Rest of Africa Russia North Korea Region 6 China A 21 A 22 A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE Japan FCC US Canada Korea Taiwan and CTR21 The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98 482 EC for pan European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your eguipment supplier in the first instance Overview On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network CTR 21 Common Technical Regulation for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service in which network addressing if provided is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to b
61. fingertip instead of a standard desktop mouse The following illustrations demonstrate proper use a of the touchpad ae ee Moving The Pointer Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the pointer Scrolling on selected models soroll up Slide your finger up or down on the right side to Lx scroll a window up or down L 7 Scroll Down LF Using the Notebook PC 4 LJ Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking Tapping With the pointer over an item press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected The selected item will change color The following 2 examples produce the same results Clicking Tapping Press the left pointer button and Lightly but rapidly strike the release touchpad Double clicking Double tapping This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession and the system launches the corresponding program If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long the operation will not be executed You can set the double click speed using the Windows Control Panel Mouse The following 2 examples produce the same results Double Clicking Double Tapping Press the left button twice and Lightly but rapidly s
62. flash memory cards as mentioned later in this manual 18 Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives The Note book PC s optical drive may support compact discs CD and or digital video discs DVD and may have recordable R or re writable RW capabilities See the market ing specifications for details on each model Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows Computer and selecting Eject This eject also functions as the optical drive activity indicator which shows when data is being transferred by the optical disk drive This indicator will light in proportion to the data size transferred O Optical Drive Emergency Eject location varies by model The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject o USB Port 2 0 1 1 The USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as N keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 1
63. function if necessary for your model see switches in Section 3 NEANPSTBIVETOOTNRON WIRELESS LAN BLUETOOTH 2 Press FN F2 repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or 2b Or double click the Wireless Console icon on WLAN amp Bluetooth ON is shown the taskbar and select either the Wireless LAN Bluetooth or just the Bluetooth lelak Add a Bluetooth Dewice Te sear P S i I D A I Show Bluetooth Devices CR W Ki SS E t AutoPlay Backup and Bluetooth Color Dateand Default Device RestoreC Devices Management Time Programs Manager khaomeeec Send a File OFA ade amp Game Indexing Intel R GMA_ I ontroll Options Driver for Opti Receive a File Je g WE 6 line Fil Pen and eo ear egen Pe d Power Input Devices Informatio Options I ersona Netwo o a a Joina P Area rk Pe Ge a 0 0 8 grams Regional and Scanners and Security So Spee Symantec Repor Features Language Cameras nter og LiveUpdate Open Bluetooth Settings wll WS ECK RAR TabletPC Taskbar and mer Welci Window Windows Settings Start Menu Speech Cent Anyti CardSpace p Gam Remove Bluetooth Icon Ep SC se Wee Wee Wakes Wikio all Mobilit SideShow Update 3 Select Add a Bluetooth Device on the taskbar 3b Or Launch Bluetooth Devices from the Windows men Control Panel 54 Using the Notebook PC 4 Antenna Connections on selected models This page shows multimedia connections for TV Tuner Models TV
64. gium Yes No Czech Republic No Not Applicable Denmark Yes Yes Finland Yes No France Yes No Germany Yes No Greece Yes No Hungary No Not Applicable Iceland Yes No Ireland Yes No Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel No No Lichtenstein Yes No Luxemburg Yes No The Netherlands Yes Yes Norway Yes No Poland No Not Applicable Portugal No Not Applicable Spain No Not Applicable Sweden Yes No Switzerland Yes No United Kingdom Yes No This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability For updates to this table you may visit http www cetecom de technologies ctr_21 html National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTME signalling which would make any additional testing superfluous In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities A 23 mm A Appendix F Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference and e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission F
65. ing and is best used with an external mouse pointing device To unlock enable the touchpad simply press this button again Gei Air lonizer Key Pressing this button will start the air ionizer Volume Control Bar Slide a finger on the Volume Control Bar to adjust the system volume 34 Getting Started 3 Switches and Status Indicators cont Switches y Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in d Windows Control Panel Power Options d Express Gate Key Pressing this button will launch Express Gate Refer to the Express Gate User s Manual for details Ei This key will not function when the Notebook PC is in Windows environment 35 3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators cont Status Indicators Front d Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend to RAM Sleep mode This indicator is OFF when the Note book PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend to Disk Hibernation mode e Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery s power as follows ON The Notebook PC s battery is charging when AC power is connected OFF The Notebook PC s battery is
66. is key does not function when in Windows environment A AA 2 Knowing the Parts Keyboard The keyboard provides full sized keys with comfortable travel depth at which the keys r can be depressed and palm rest for both hands Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desk top mouse A software controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included S touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation A Fingerprint Scanner on selected models The fingerprint scanner allows use of security software using your fingerprint as your e identification key C Status Indicators front Q Status indicators represent various hardware software conditions See indicator details in section 3 14 Knowing the Parts 2 Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC Ei The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model Ei The battery pack size varies depending on model WARNING The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot Be careful when han dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation High temperatures are normal during charging or operation Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents DO NOT PUT
67. leting the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard The EE computer Your computer and the device can wheneverthey are near each other To close this wizard click Finish 9 Click Finish when adding is complete Add Bluetooth Device Wizard I Select the Bluetooth device that you want to add A 00 10 60 28 59 5 A 00 15142 82 1c 69 New device t New device A Z96F329 9DF5A5D New device Peripherals keyboards mice joysticks E Bluetooth Travel Mouse New device LS Do rb cea song asia CENCE TE yo ea aee make sure that it is tumed on the setup instructions that came with the device teg gece echt 6 A list of nearby Bluetooth devices will be shown Select the Bluetooth mouse and click Next Add Bluetooth Device Wizard f v Connecting gt Installing Bluetooth device 8 Wait while the Bluetooth mouse is being added D Bluetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware Peripherals keyboards mice joysticks P Bluetooth Travel Mouse No passkey 10 You will see your device in the window You can also add or remove Bluetooth devices here RESET may be necessary after changing batteries Repeat steps if necessary mm T2 A Appendix Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer depending on territory its customers the choice of a pre installed Micro soft Windows oper
68. multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application The fol lowing defines the meaning of each multimedia control key on the Notebook PC Ei Some control key functions may deier depending on Notebook PC model a Fn de gt Ei Use the Fn key in combination with the arrow keys for CD control functions gt 11 CD Play Pause During CD stop begins CD play During CD play pauses CD play CECD Stop During CD stop Ejects the CD tray During CD play Stops CD play 144 CD Skip to Previous Track Rewind amp Audio Volume Down During CD play this button has two functions Track The first push will restart the current track Second push will skip to the previous track Audio Hold down to decrease audio volume gt p1 CD Skip to Next Track Fast Forward amp Audio Volume Up During CD play this button has two functions Track Push once to skip to the next track during CD playing Audio Hold down to increase audio volume d Audio Volume Controls Fn Speaker Icons F10 Toggles the audio volume ON and OFF Fn Down Speaker Icon F11 Decreases the audio volume Fn Up Speaker Icon F12 Increases the audio volume 38 4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk drive Memory RAM Connections Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection on selected models Bluetooth Wireless
69. n es 67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Sadne 71 Sa ne et Loire 75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France Please check with ART for the latest information www art telecom fr Ei Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW but more than 10mW A 26 Appendix A UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications telephone equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak 300V peak to peak and 105V rms and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 When using the Notebook PC modem basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following e Do not use the Notebook PC near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool e Do not use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning e Do not use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak Required for UL 1642 covering primary non rechargeable and secondary rechargeable lithium batter ies for use as power sources in products These batteries con
70. nal USB mouse is attached This feature is normally OFF to turn ON this feature select the option in Windows Control Panel gt Mouse Properties gt Device Settings 7 F SME Control Panel gt gt I I P Models with Synaptics touchpad Mouse rties System and Maintenance User Accounts and Family Get started with Windows Safety uter Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Whee Hardware D I Device Settings Synaptics Pointing Device v9 1 5 22Nov06 Back up your comp Set up parental controls for any user Ri Add or remove user accounts e Security Check for updates Appearance and ki lt lt Devices Check this computer s security status Ay P lizati EN Allow a program through Windows eee jak k a Enabled Name Port a ange desktop backgroun m Ss Kleine code Yes Synaptics TouchPad V6 2 PS 2 Adjust screen resolution Network and Internet i Connect to the Internet View network status and tasks D Clock Language and Set up file sharing Region Change keyboards or other input Enabl z S Ad Hardware and Sound metode Erwe _Dsable Spe 7 H I ther media automatically EES intemal pointi jevi ed d USB pointi ice is Select this option to Print og pointing pointing device is attached 3 ER Ease of Access enable this feature VE Let Windows suggest settings Tray Icon e Programs Optimize visual I display L
71. ok PC to be removed from a fixed object Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved Appendix A Glossary Cont Laser Classifications As lasers became more numerous and more widely used the need to warn users of laser hazards became apparent To meet this need laser classifications were established Current classification levels vary from optically safe requiring no controls Class 1 to very hazardous requiring strict controls Class 4 CLASS 1 A Class 1 laser or laser system emits levels of optical energy that are eye safe and consequently require no controls An example of this class of laser system is the checkout scanning device found in most grocery stores or lasers used in optical drives CLASS 2 amp CLASS 3A Class 2 and Class 3A lasers emit visible continuous wave CW optical ra diation levels slightly above the maximum permissible exposure MPE level Although these lasers can cause eye damage their brightness usually causes observers to look away or blink before eye damage occurs These lasers have strict administrative controls requiring placement of signs warning personnel not to stare directly into the beam Class 3A lasers must not be viewed with optically aided devices CLASS 3B Class 3B lasers and Class 3A lasers with outputs of 2 5mW are hazardous to personnel who are within the beam path and look at the beam source directly or by specular reflection These lasers
72. ook PC that is powered ON with any ma terials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag The Power On Self Test POST When you turn ON the Notebook PC it will first run through a series of software controlled diag nostic tests called the Power On Self Test POST The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC s architecture The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC s hardware configuration which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware it will display a message on the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup In most cases the record should be correct when you receive the Notebook PC When the test is finished you may get a message reporting No operating system found if the hard disk was not preloaded with an operating system This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system amp Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology Sa ees The SMART Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology checks the hard disk drive during POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive re mE quires servicing If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup e enee backup your data immediately
73. ors If connecting two computers together without a hub in between a crossover twisted pair is required UitraDMA 66 or 100 UltraDMA 66 or 100 are new specifications to improve IDE transfer rates Unlike traditional PIO mode which only uses the rising edge of IDE command signal to transfer data UltraDMA 66 or 100 uses both rising edge and falling edge USB Universal Serial Bus A 4 pin serial peripheral bus that allows plug and play computer peripherals such as keyboard mouse joystick scanner printer and modem ISDN to be automatically configured when they are attached physi cally without having to install drivers or reboot With USB the traditional complex cables from back panel of your PC can be eliminated A 20 Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements ove DVD ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD ROM drive or a CD ROM drive In order to view DVD titles you must install your own DVD viewer software Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC The DVD ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content CSS sometimes called copy guard is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication Although the design rules imp
74. osed on CSS licensors are many one rule that is most relevant is playback re strictions on regionalized content In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in Region Definitions below Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region usually coded to the region at which it is sold While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region Ei The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer software then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting Changing the region code after that will reguire factory resetting which is not covered by warranty If resetting is de sired shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user Region Definitions Region 1 Canada US US Territories Region 2 Czech Egypt Finland France Germany Gulf States Hungary Iceland Iran Iraq Ireland Italy Japan Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Saudi Arabia Scotland South Africa Spain Sweden Switzer land Syria Turkey UK Greece Former Yugoslav Republics Slovakia Region 3 Burma Indonesia South Korea Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Region 4 Australia Caribbean Except US Territories Central America New Zealand Paci
75. ou want to save your work if any are not saved Sleep is the same as Suspend to RAM STR This function stores your REES Switch User current data and status in RAM while many components are turned Log Off OFF Because RAM is volatile it requires power to keep refresh the aa Lock data Click the Start button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon Default Programs Restart to see this option You can also use the keyboard shortcut Fn F1 to ree gad Sexist Sleep activate this mode Recover by pressing any keyboard key except Fn Hibernate NOTE The power indicator will blink in this mode EE Hibernate is the same as Suspend to Disk STD and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive By doing this RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake up components like LAN needs to remain powered Hibernate saves more power compared to Sleep Click the Start button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option Recover by pressing the power button NOTE The power indicator will be OFF in this mode ve Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC s thermal state These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states The following temperatures represent the ch
76. out additional adapters O Display Monitor Output The 15 pin D sub monitor port supports a standard VGA compatible device such as a moni tor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display HDMI HDMI Port HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver and an audio and or video monitor such as a digital tele vision DTV Supports standard enhanced or high definition video plus multi channel digital audio on a single cable It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements 2 Knowing the Parts O e USB Port 2 0 1 1 Antenna Input on selected models The USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to i run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer gt The antenna input is for TV on selected models frequency signal and allows for use with
77. own In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart there is an additional way to shut down your Notebook PC Hold the power button O over 4 seconds u IMPORTANT Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written doing so can result in loss or destruc tion of your data 29 3 Getting Started Power Management Modes E The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to Options maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership TCO You can control some of these fea tures through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system The power management features are designed to save as much electricity as pos sible by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as possible but also allow full operation on demand G Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows Control Panel Power Options In System Settings you can define Sleep Hibernate or Shut Down for closing the display panel or pressing the power button Sleep and Hibernate saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components When you resume your work your last status such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way will reappear as if you never left Shut Down will close all applications and ask if y
78. r 21 _ 2 Knowing the Parts 22 3 Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators Ei There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct Ei Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself 23 ka H d GE 24 3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts the power adapter and the battery power system The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC DC adapter That means that you may connect the power cord to any 100V 120V as well as 220V 240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US standard AC power cord to a different standard Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country You can bu
79. r lithium ion batteries ii m TH ki CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used bat teries according to the manufacturer s instructions English ATTENZIONE Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato Sosti tuire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica Non disperdere le batterie nell ambiente Italian VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem en Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers German ADVARSELIT Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandgren Danish VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anvand samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion Swedish astaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti Finnish ATTENTION Il y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la bat terie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du m re type ou d un type quivalent recommand par le constructeur M
80. rator privileges Appendix A Windows Vista Software Recovery Using Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system drivers and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory The Recovery Partition provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC s software to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order Before using the Recovery Partition copy your data files such as Outlook PST files to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings such as network settings About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition 1s a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system drivers and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory 4 IMPORTANT DO NOT delete the partition named RE COVERY The Recovery Partition is created at the fac tory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process o E Unallocated I Primary partition Ji Extended partition D Free space H Logical dive Using the Recovery Partition 1 Press F9 during bootup requires a Recovery Partition 2 Press Enter to select Windows Setup EMS Enabled 3 Read the ASUS Preload Wizard screen and click Next 4 Select
81. rds allowing seamless interfacing of wireless LAN standards The optional built in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations for distances up to 40 meters between the client and the access point To provide efficient security to your wireless communication the optional built in wireless LAN comes with a 64 bit 128 bit Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA features For security concerns DO NOT connect to the unsecured network otherwise ee the information transmission without encryption might be visible to others Notebook PC Desktop PC amp Ad hoc mode The Ad hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to con nect to another wireless device No access point AP is required in this wireless environment All devices must install optional 802 11 wireless LAN adapters amp Infrastructure mode d e SSS The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point AP sold separately that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with each other or with a wired network All devices must install optional 802 11 wireless LAN adapters 52 Using the Notebook PC 4 Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1 Swi
82. reducing power usage in computers APM Advanced Power Management Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers AWG American Wire Gauge This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete Gauge Diam Area R I 3A mm2 Gauge Diam Area R I 3A mm2 AWG mm mm2 ohm km mA AWG mm mm2 ohm km mA 33 0 18 0 026 676 75 24 0 50 0 20 87 5 588 0 19 0 028 605 85 0 55 0 24 72 0 Zlo 32 0 20 0 031 547 93 0 60 0 28 60 7 850 30 0 25 0 049 351 147 22 0 65 0 33 517 1 0A 29 0 30 0 071 243 212 0 70 0 39 44 6 1 16A 27 0 35 0 096 178 288 0 75 0 44 38 9 1 32 A 26 0 40 0 13 137 378 20 0 80 0 50 34 1 1 51 A 25 0 45 0 16 108 477 0 85 0 57 30 2 1 70A BIOS Basic Input Output System BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components such as memory disks and the display adapter The BIOS instructions are built into the computer s read only memory BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM Bit Binary Digit Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer A bit can have one of two values 0 or 1 Boot Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory When the manual instructs you to boot your system or computer it means
83. roblem still exist contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance Hardware Problem Battery Battery maintenance 1 Register the Notebook PC for a one year warranty using the following website http member asus com login aspx S Language en us 2 Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the Notebook PC with the AC adaptor to prevent damage caused by the accidental power loss The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to prevent over charging so it will not damage the battery pack if it is left in the Notebook PC 3 Store the battery pack in a dry location with temperatures between 10 C and 30 C if you will not be using it for a long time It is strongly recommended that you charge the battery pack every three months A 9 A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions Cont Hardware Problem Power ON OFF Error I cannot power ON the Notebook PC Diagnostics 1 Power On by Battery only Y 2 N 4 Able to see BIOS ASUS Logo Y 3 N A Able to load the OS Y B N A Adapter power LED ON Y 5 N Power ON by Adapter only Y 6 N A Able to see BIOS ASUS Logo Y 7 N A Able to load the OS Y D N A STW NM B W WN Symptom amp Solutions A Problem might be in the MB HDD or NB visit a local service center for assistance B Problem caused by the operating system try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc IMPORTANT You mus
84. rocessor instead of having to read from and write to slower storage such as the hard disk or optical disc A 19 A Appendix s Glossary Cont Suspend Mode In Save to RAM STR and Save to Disk STD the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the function keys The time out setting of both Hard Disk and Video can be set by the BIOS Setup The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode In STD mode the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF System Disk A system disk contains the core file of an operating system and is used to boot up the operating system TPM Trusted Platform Module on selected models The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer generated keys for encryption It is a hardware based solution that can help avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data The TPM provides the ability to the PC or Notebook PC to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy Twisted Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host generally a Hub or Switch is called a straight through Twisted Pair Ethernet TPE The end connectors are called RJ 45 connectors which are not compatible with RJ 11 telephone connect
85. ry should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste 1 Introducing the Notebook PC lt Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external pe ripherals to prevent damage to the connectors The hard disk drive s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport Therefore you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel CAUTION The Notebook PC s surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for Be careful not to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt water shock and scratches Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use
86. s partitions or cabinets 55 za A amp 9 O 56 4 Using the Notebook PC Trusted Platform Module TPM on selected models The TPM or Trusted Platform Module is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer generated keys for encryption It is a hardware based solution that an help avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data The TPM pro vides the ability to the PC or notebook to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by the following cryptographic capabilities of each TPM hashing random number generation asymmetric key generation and asym metric encryption decryption Each individual TPM on each individual computer system has a unique signature initialized during the silicon manufacturing process that further enhances its trust security effectiveness Each individual TPM must have an Owner before it is useful as a security device TPM Applications TPM is useful for any customer that is interested in providing an addition layer of security to the computer system The TPM when bundled with an optional security software package can provide overall system security file protection capabilities and protect against email privacy concerns TPM helps provide security that can be stronger than that contained in the system BIOS op
87. software it may require that you open a DVD player to listen to DVD audio You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon in the Notification area O CE Using the Notebook PC 4 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs This Notebook PC has a single built in memory card reader that can use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below The built in memory card reader is not only convenient but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high bandwidth PCI bus IMPORTANT Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may change without warning Flash Memory Card Examples xD Picture Card OLYMPUS MMC Multimedia Card MMC Plus RS MMC Reduced Size with MMC adapter Transcend SD Secure Digital MiniSD with SD adapter Transcend ADAPTER A ES Memory Stick Micro with MS adapter SD MMC SONY Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Magic Gate MG a 8 41GB oe Memory Stick Select ES I Memory Stick Duo Pro Duo Pro MG died E S with MS adapater IMPORTANT Never remove cards while or immediately after reading copying for matting or deleting data
88. ss network The function described in this section may be unavailable for some models and ter ritories Skip this section if this function is unavailable on your model Installing a Mobile SIM card The SIM card compartment allows insertion of a mobile SIM card for 3G functions Install a mobile SIM card before you use a 3G Watcher software Using 3G Watcher software A shortcut to the 3G Watcher application will be placed on your desktop Double click it we to launch the 3G Watcher software application 36 Watcher 3G Watcher Vi DW T DO H D SIM locked Please enter DIN Remaining attempts 3 Searching K 1 Launch the 3G Watcher application and your SIM 2 Once your PIN has been verified searching for a 3G card password PIN1 will be asked if you have network will begin set one WD See end of Section 4 for definition a 4 Using the Notebook PC 3G Watcher on selected models and in selected territories 3G Watcher in 3G Watcher View Tools Help DRS AAS View Tools Help Chunghwa Telecom 3 Once a 3G network has been discovered click 4 Once connected the Connect button will show Connect to make a wireless network connec Disconnect instead tion 3G Watcher Wie Tools Help Connections SMS Express Call History Phone Book Turn Radio OFF Options 5 Once connected a message will appear withthe 6 When you are in an area that prohibits wireless net
89. st version Power4 Gear utility to solve your problem It is available on the ASUS website Unknown Reason Blue screen with white text A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup Be LA Remove additional memory If additional memory was installed after purchase power OFF remove the additional memory and power ON to see if the problem is due to incompatible memory Un install software applications If you have installed software applications recently they may not be compatible with your system Try to un install them in Windows Safe Mode Check your system for viruses Update the BIOS to the latest version with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website WARNING Make sure your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process If problem still cannot be solved use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system IMPORTANT You must backup all your data to another location before recovering CAUTION Do not connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses NOTE Make sure that you install the Intel INF Update and ATKACPI drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized If the problem still exist contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance A 11 A Appendix Soft
90. t backup all your data to another location before recovering C Adapter problem check the power cord connections otherwise visit a local service center for replacement D Battery problem please check the battery contacts otherwise visit a local service center for repair Mechanical Problem FAN Thermal Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high 1 Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is air flow from the main air vent 2 If you have many applications running see taskbar close them to decrease system load 3 The problem may also be caused by some viruses use anti virus software to detect them 4 If none of the above help try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD IMPORTANT You must backup all your data to another location before recovering CAUTION Do not connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses Service Specification function price How to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card A Enter Control Panel gt Device Manager You will see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the Network Adapter item A 10 Appendix A Common Problems and Solutions Cont Software Problem ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC there will be an Open policy file error message A Reinstall the late
91. tain metallic lithium or a lithium alloy or a lithium ion and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series parallel or both that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction e Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire as they may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion e Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to per sons due to fire or explosion Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers le Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to HOSVV F 3G 0 75mm or HO5VV F 2G 0 75mm A 27 W I E x We A 28 A Appendix European Union Eco label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label which means that this product has the fol lowing characteristic 1 Decreased energy consumption during use and stand by modes 2 Limited use of toxic heavy metals 3 Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health 4 Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling 5 Extended product lifetime through easy up grades and longer time a
92. tch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model see switches in Section 3 N irele AUN OIN VV EANEGEDIUETOOTTEW IN Press FN F2 repeatedly until Wireless LAN ON or WLAN amp Bluetooth ON is shown WIRELESS LAN BLUETOOTH 2b Or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar and select either the Wireless LAN Bluetooth or just the Bluetooth Not Connected A Wireless networks are available Sa U 532 PM You should see the Not Connected network icon Connect to a network N Turn on activity animation Turn off notification of new networks Diagnose and repair Network and Sharing Center Km 4 Right click on the network icon and select Connect to a network Ww Sr Connect to a network Select a network to connect to s Reng An a Dial up and VPN a ae NE all d ke Unnamed Network Unsecured network a A Network Security enabled network al Select Show Wireless if you have many G P Connect to a network Ww Sr Connect to a network Disconnect or connect to another network Successfully connected to 1234 Show Wireless 6 Select the wireless network you want to con nect to networks in your area G P Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for 1234 The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase S
93. the Notebook PC s power is ON press 2 the drive s eject button and the tray will eject out partially 3 Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc s 4 printed side up Push down on both sides of the disc s center until the disc snaps onto the hub The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted Using the Notebook PC 4 Gently pull on the drive s front panel and slide the tray completely out Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive s tray Slowly push the drive s tray back in The drive will begin reading the table of contents TOC on the disc When the drive stops the disc is ready to be used It is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data Is read 45 4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Cont Removing an optical disc Emergency eject Actual location will The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject Note Make sure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub vary by model
94. the provided digital TV antenna or input from subscription television services The provided antenna can receive digital TV Cable service connection can receive digital TV analog TV depending on paid services Note Use the provided adapter for use with coaxial connectors O IEEE1394 Port on selected models TEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot plugging capabilities like USB The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of 100 400 Mbits sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus IEEE1394 is also used in high end digital equipment and should be marked DV for Digital Video port ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard 34mm or one ExpressCard 54mm expansion card This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2 0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards The dummy expansion card that comes with the Notebook PC can function as a memory card holder on selected models which protects the conductors of your flash memory card Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs This Notebook PC has a built in high speed memory card reader that can conveniently read from and write to many
95. tions apply to laser products manu factured from August 1 1976 Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazard ous radiation exposure Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S A patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited A 31 A Appendix CTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built in Modem English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Udstyret er i henhold til Radets beslutning 98 482 EF EU godkendt til at blive opkoblet pa de offentlige telefonnet som enkeltforbundet terminal Pa grund af forskelle mellem de offentlige telefonnet i de forskellige lande giver godkendelsen dog ikke i sig selv ubetinget garanti for at udstyret kan fungere korrekt pa samtlige nettermineringspunkter pa de offentlige telefonnet I tilf lde af problemer b r De i f rste omgang henvende Dem til lev
96. trike the release touchpad twice Dragging Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish You can move the pointer over the item you select and while keeping the left button depressed moving the pointer to the desired location then release the button Or you can simply double tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip The following illustrations produce the same results Dragging Dragging Clieking Tapping ke TG Hold left button and slide finger Lightly strike the touchpad on touchpad twice sliding finger on touch pad during second strike 41 4 Using the Notebook PC Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive If not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Take note of the following precautions e Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease e Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet e Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons e Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard objects Ei The 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 of the touch pad The touchpad responds best to light pressure 4 Automatic Touchpad Disabling Synaptics 42 Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC s touchpad when an exter
97. vailability of spare parts 6 Reduced solid waste through take back policy For more information on the EU Flower label please visit the European Union Eco label Hompage http europa eu int ecolabel ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions to our customers to enable them to responsibly recycle our products Please visit Green ASUS http green asus com english takeback htm for ways to take advantage of this service in your region Appendix A Takeback and Recycling Old computers notebook computers and other electronic equipment contain hazardous chemicals that can be harmful to the environment when disposed in a landfill with trash By recycling the metals plastics and components found in an old computer will be broken down and reused to make new products And the environment is protected from any uncontrolled release of harmful chemicals ASUS works with recycling vendors with the highest standards for protecting our environment ensuring worker safety and complying with global environmental laws Our commitment to recycling our old equipment grows out of our work to protect the environment in many ways For further information about ASUS product recycling and contacts please visit GreenA SUS Takeback and Recycling page http green asus com english takeback htm A 29 A Appendix Nordic Lithium Cautions fo
98. ware Problem BIOS Updating the BIOS I 2 LA Start Easy Flash Start Easy Flash Utility Please verify the Notebook PC s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website Use the WINFLASH utility to update your BIOS The utility can be found in your Driver amp Utility CD that came with your Notebook PC Extract the BIOS file to a temporary location such as the root in CH Click Start All Programs ASUS Utility WINFLASH WINFLASH a Select the new BIOS image file b Confirm the selected BIOS information Check the model version and data c Click Flash to initialize the BIOS updating procedure d Click Exit when procedure completes e Reboot the system Assuming that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file press F2 to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot up f After entering BIOS setup page go to Exit page and choose Load Manufacture Defaults Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system again g The BIOS flash procedure is now complete BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS SETUP UTILITY Load Manufacture Defau Load Manufacture Defaults 0K Cancel CI Cancel You can also use the Easy Flash function You must Load Manufacture Defaults after on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup updating flashing the BIOS Utility Follow the instructions shown A 12 Appendix A Common Problems and Solutions Cont
99. will shorten the life of the battery But in any case the battery pack s usage time will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must be purchased from an authorized dealer for this Notebook PC Because batteries also have a shelf life it is not recommended to buy extras for storing WARNING For safety reasons DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts and DO NOT disassemble the battery If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center CO A 9 oh Getting Started 3 Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC s power ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON If necessary you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration press F2 upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup If you press Tab during the splash screen standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be seen Press ESC and you will be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives Before bootup the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON This is part of the Notebook PC s test routine and is not a problem with the display IMPORTANT To protect the hard disk drive always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON WARNING DO NOT carry or cover a Noteb
100. work name transmissions Such as on an airplane you can select Turn Radio Off from the Tools pull down menu 3G Watcher Wie Tools Help EI 7 Once the radio is turned OFF an x will appear over the signal strength indicator 60 Using the Notebook PC 4 3G Watcher on selected models and in selected territories Watcher window Icons and indicators on the main window The main Watcher window provides status information and allows you to initiate and monitor data connections or make and receive phone calls if voice is supported by your 3G modem and your ser vice provider The main window uses these indicators Device status If an icon of the 3G modem with an X is displayed Watcher is unable to detect the 3G modem This indicates that the 3G modem is not fully inserted into the PC Card slot in the case of non embedded modems or it is powered down You may be able to resolve this problem by e Ejecting the 3G modem and re inserting it e Turning the WWAN switch on your PC off and on Signal strength and service status The number of bars beside the antenna increases as signal strength increases to a maximum of five bars The ToolTip that displays when you position the mouse pointer over this indicator shows the RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication in dBm T An antenna with a line through it indicates no service is available Not in Service You are outside of the coverage area or hav
101. ws the amount of data received and sent If your service provider ask you to enter a GSM command otherwise called a code or procedure type the command from the main window System Tray Icons Anytime Watcher is running the Watcher icon appears in the system tray indicating the connection Status Watcher cannot detect the 3G modem Ensure that the 3G modem is powered on ig You do not have an active high speed connection You have an active high speed connection ei You have new unread SMS messages 3G or 3 G 62 Short for third generation technology It is used in the context of mobile phone standards The services associated with 3G provide the ability to transfer simultaneously both voice data a telephone call and non voice data such as downloading information exchanging email and instant messaging In marketing 3G services video telephony has often been used as the main stream application for 3G Selected models integrate a SIM card slot for insertion of a 3G SIM card which is required to use 3G applications Appendix Optional Accessories amp Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information Ei There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct Ei Photos and icons in this m
102. x is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with duplex enabled The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user intervention is required Ei 1000BASE T or Gigabit is only supported on selected models Twisted Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host generally a Hub or Switch is called a straight through Twisted Pair Ethernet TPE The end connectors are called RJ 45 connectors which are not compatible with RJ 11 telephone connec tors If connecting two computers together without a hub in between a crossover LAN cable is required Fast Ethernet model Gigabit models support auto crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built in Ethernet controller Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ 45 connectors 51 4 Using the Notebook PC amp Wireless LAN Connection on selected models The optional built in wireless LAN is a compact easy to use wireless Ethernet adapter Implementing the IEEE 802 11 standard for wireless LAN WLAN the optional built in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS and Orthogonal Frequen cy Division Multiplexing OFDM technologies on 2 4GHz S5GHz frequencies The optional built in wireless LAN is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802 11 standa
103. y lose important data because of setting up Windows Vista on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition Link to http support microsoft com kb 937251 en us for more details Using the Recovery DVD 1 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive Notebook PC needs to be powered ON 2 Restart the Notebook PC and press lt Esc gt on bootup and select the optical drive may be labeled as CD DVD using the down cursor and press lt Enter gt to boot from the Recovery DVD 3 Select a partition option and click Next Partition options Recover Windows to first partition only This option will delete only the first partition allowing you to keep other partitions and create a new system partition as drive C Recover Windows to entire HD This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition as drive C Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions C 60 and D 40 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process WARNING Do not remove the Recovery disc unless instructed to do so during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable Ei Please visit www asus com for updated drivers and utilities A 16 Appendix A s Glossary ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface Modern standard for
104. y travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapt ers for almost every country WARNING DO NOT connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet prior to connecting the DC plug to the Notebook PC Doing so may damage the AC DC adapter IMPORTANT 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 devices If there is smoke burning scent or extreme heat coming from the AC DC adapter seek servicing Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC DC adapter You may dam age both your battery pack s and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC DC adapter This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three prong plug depending on territory If a three prong plug is provided you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC WARNING THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY Unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to minimize the power con sumption when the Notebook PC is not in use Getting Started 3 Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life which can be further extended by using power management features through the
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