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NOTEBOOK PC USER'S MANUAL Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.02 E751 Release Date: May 2001 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 2
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 3
Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) VORSICHT - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 4
Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek 4 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 5
Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 5 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 6
connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • 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 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 7
...22 3. GETTING STARTED 25 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 26 Using the Battery Pack 27 Before using your Notebook PC on the road 27 Battery Care ...27 Operating Systems 27 Support Software 27 Power Connection 28 Powering ON The Notebook PC 29 The Power-On Self Test (POST - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 8
PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets 48 32-bit CardBus Support 48 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA 49 Inserting a AC Power System 53 Battery Power System 53 Charging the Battery Pack 53 Using Battery Power 54 Power Management Disk Drive 58 Securing Your Notebook PC 59 Other Security Products 59 Vehicle/Air Power - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 9
Table of Contents 5. CONFIGURING THE BIOS 61 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 62 Managing and Updating Your BIOS From Your Hard Disk Drive 62 Updating BIOS Procedures (from floppy disk 63 BIOS Setup Program 64 BIOS Menu Bar 65 BIOS Legend Bar 65 Main Menu ...67 Primary IDE (sub-menu 69 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 10
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1. INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC About This User's Manual Caring Information Transportation Precautions 11 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 12
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 Windows™). 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 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 13
PC Caring Information WARNING! 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 qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 14
cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC. 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 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 15
2. KNOWING THE PARTS Top Side Front Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side 15 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 16
diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch Display Panel Status LEDs Microphone Instant Launch spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 17
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 lock, and capital lock statuses. Details are described later in this manual. Instant Launch Keys Three keys above the keyboard provide instant access - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 18
This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is in the Suspendto-Disk (hibernation) mode. Charge Indicator Indicates that the battery is being charged when ON and fully additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound in - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 19
PCMCIA 2.1 compliant sockets for two Type I or Type II or one Type III PC card are available. Both sockets support 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of all Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI adapters, and wireless network adapters. The two eject buttons allow easy - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 20
This is a standard 1.44MB floppy disk drive with Japanese 3-mode floppy support. Floppy disk activity should be seen through the activity LED above the keyboard port is for connecting an external PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the Notebook PC if you do not want to use the built-in pointing device and - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 21
Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable tray. This tray is secured by a large black screw at the bottom of the Notebook PC. The removable tray allows easy hard disk drive swapping or upgrade. Kensington® Lock Port K The Kensington® lock port allows the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 22
-11 telephone port supports an RJ-11 telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. WARNING! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 22 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 23
. The internal LAN supports 10Base-T or 100BaseTX standard or duplex networks. USB Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) supports many USB compatible devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, video cameras, modems, hard disk drives, printers, monitors, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 24
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3. GETTING STARTED Installing/Removing Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Save-to-Disk Partition Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Status Indicators and Instant Launch Keys CD Control Buttons and Indicator Using the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 26
the tabs in place. WARNING! 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 remove the battery pack: 1. Lift the two tabs on the battery pack. 2. Lift the battery pack out of the compartment by the tabs as indicated - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 27
results than the ones described in the provided user's manuals. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support CD that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 28
universal outlets to support different power cords compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter. NOTE: This Notebook - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 29
Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 30
partition to use hibernation mode. The Notebook PC supports Advanced Power Management to save battery power and extend its working time See the Drivers and Utilities Support CD User's Manual for detailed usage instructions. WARNING! All drivers (please see the "Drivers and Utilities Guide"), - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 31
Key Access Key Programmable Access Key The following gives a description for each of the LED status indicators. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the floppy, hard disk, or CD/DVD-ROM drive. The light flashes proportional - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 32
"Unlock" with Stop Button) Increases the volume. Hold down to continue increasing the volume. This function electronically increases the audio output. When the Notebook PC is OFF, pressing both the volume increase and stop buttons simultaneously, will unlock the CD player so that it can be turned ON - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 33
ON and OFF. This is a quick way to hide your work. F8 Fn LCD LCD/Monitor Icons: Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 34
. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an exter- nal keyboard activated, press the Fn Ins NumLK keys on the Notebook PC. F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 LCD LCD TV Sys Rq & 7 *8 ( 9 ) * - Y U 4 I 5 O 6 P- { [ H J 1 K 2 L 3 : + " ' . N M< > ? 0, / 34 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 35
3. Getting Started Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications. With Number Lock OFF, press Fn and one of the cursor keys shown below. For example [Fn - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 36
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Connection CD/DVD-ROM Drive Optional External Connections PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets Modem/Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC/Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Processor Upgrades Hard Disk Drive Securing Your Notebook PC Vehicle/Air Power Adapter 37 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 38
and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. See the Driver & Utility Guide for information on drivers and utilities for the touchpad. Touchpad Right Cursor Button Scroll Up Button Scroll - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 39
4. Using the Notebook PC Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 40
4. Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 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 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 42
with the DVD-ROM model Notebook PC. Please substitute where appropriate. The CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only Memory) drive can support all the popular formats: Audio / Music CDs; Photo CDs; MS-DOS MSCDEX Mode 1 / Mode 2; CD-ROM/XA; CD-I; and Video CDs. - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 43
of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop CD-ROM drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 43 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 44
Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install the provided MPEG2 video decoder software and the DVD viewer software included on the DVD module driver support videos, better graphics, sharper pictures, and Dolby® Digital Surround - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 45
4. Using the Notebook PC Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and content. In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 46
4. Using the Notebook PC Using a CD A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a for all high-speed CD-ROM 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. Removing a CD Remove the CD by - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 47
may require additional display driver settings). You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. For large audiences, try connecting a computer video projector. DC IN TV DC IN TV TV Out Connection The Notebook PC provides easy - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 48
wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and Notebook PC is equipped with CardBus broader and faster data pathway, it can handle bandwidth-hungry operations, such as 100Mbps Fast Ethernet, Fast SCSI peripherals, and ISDN-based video conference. The CardBus peripherals support - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 49
4. Using the Notebook PC Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 1. Insert the PC card with the running, they draw power from the Notebook PC even when they are not in use. You must stop the PC card service to turn the PC card OFF. CAUTION! Stopping the PC card service is necessary before removing a PC card - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 50
end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode) or else you will disconnect the modem connection. Modem - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 51
100BASE-TX hub (not a 100BASE-T4 hub). For 10Base-T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. Duplex transfers (up to 200Mbps) is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a switch with "duplex" enabled. The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user-intervention is - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 52
you start to install the IR driver and file-transferring applications. FIR (Fast Infrared) supports up to 4Mbps and SIR (Serial Infrared) supports up to 115.2Kbps. See the Drivers and Utilities Support CD User's Manual for detailed setup instructions. Guidelines for using IR communication Follow - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 53
adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery cells housed together. Only one battery pack can be inserted into the Notebook PC. The AC Adapter's primary function is to provide power to the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 54
is not necessary when running Windows 95/98. For additional information, see your DOS and Windows 3.1 User's Manuals for details. "Low Battery" condition (3% or less) forces the Notebook PC to enter suspend mode, regardless of power management settings but the threshold is configurable in Windows 98 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 55
Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery Notebook PC. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the [Fn][F1] keys. The timeout setting of both Hard Disk and Video - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 56
the LCD backlight in their lower active state. The Notebook PC enters Standby mode when the system remains idle for Standby, Auto Suspend, Hard Disk Off, and Video Off specify the amount of time the system [Fn][F1] • Battery Extremely Low • Power button • "Shut down" through Windows Start button - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 57
and turn ON at the safe upper limit when only using battery power. • The processor throttles (decrease CPU speed) for passive Notebook PC technician. CAUTION! This Notebook PC does not support EDO DRAM. Processor Upgrades Visit your authorized service center or retailer for upgrades. The Notebook - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 58
industry. The high speed transfer modes supported are Ultra DMA/33 up to 33MB/sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16.6MB/sec. The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5" is turned OFF, then remove (counter-clockwise) the screw using a screw driver or coin and slide the tray out slowly. CAUTION: The hard disk - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 59
system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup "Security". A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps around an object and the "T" shaped end inserts into the Kensington® lock port as shown in - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 60
Power Adapter (Optional) The main purpose of the vehicle/air power adapter is to provide a source of power for using the Notebook PC and/or charging the Notebook PC's battery from a 12VDC receptacle such as those found in vehicles and certain airplanes. You can use the Vehicle/Air Power Adapter in - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 61
5. CONFIGURING THE BIOS Managing and Updating Your BIOS BIOS Setup Program Main Menu Primary IDE Secondary IDE Advanced Menu I/O Device Configuration Security Menu Power Menu Boot Menu Exit Menu 61 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 62
Windows and will not work with certain memory drivers that may be loaded when you boot from memory chip is either not programmable or is not supported by the ACPI BIOS and therefore, cannot be Instructions on booting to DOS from your hard disk drive: 1. Windows 95/98: Turn ON your Notebook - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 63
problems (read the BIOS release information provided on the download site before using). Careless updating can result in your Notebook PC having more problems! 1. Download Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. If you encounter problems while updating the and if the problem still persists, - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 64
PC BIOS Setup Program This Notebook PC supports a programmable EEPROM that stores the BIOS software and can be updated using the provided utility as described in Flash Memory Writer Utility. This Section will guide you through the BIOS setup program by providing clear explanations for all the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 65
4. Using the Notebook PC BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 66
4. Using the Notebook PC General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 67
4. Using the Notebook PC Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the main menu screen appears as shown: System Time: System Date: Diskette A Primary IDE Secondary IDE Video Display Type Video RAM Size CPU Type CPU Speed Installed Memory [17:15:00] [03/05/2001] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [IBM-D J S A - - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 68
4. Using the Notebook PC Video Display Type [Auto] This field allows you to select and enable video display devices, such as an LCD panel, an external CRT/LCD monitor, or both. The configuration options are: [Auto] [CRT] [CRT + LCD] [CRT + TV] Video RAM Size [8M] The built-in graphics utilizes a - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 69
the Notebook PC Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for your drive. Refer to your drive documentation or look on the drive for this information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None. Set the type to CDROM to support - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 70
4. Using the Notebook PC Sectors This field configures the number of sectors per track automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number supported by the drive. This field can also be configured manually. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set value may - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 71
4. Using the Notebook PC Secondary IDE (sub-menu) This field is used to configure the sub-menu are the same as the previous menu described earlier. Set the type as CD-ROM in this field to support an inserted CD-ROM or DVD drive module. Secondary IDE [TOSHIBA DVD-ROM SD-C2402] Ty p e PIO Mode - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 72
are: [No] [Yes]. >I/O Device Configuration (described later) Pressing [Enter] when this field is highlighted calls up a sub-menu for configuring the Notebook PC's serial and parallel ports. Processor Serial Number [Disabled] The Processor Serial Number is a unique number that is added to every - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 73
4. Using the Notebook PC TV Display Type [NTSC] This sets the video synchronization mode for your video output device (television or video projector). The setting depends on the territory that your video output device is manufactured for. The configuration options are: [NTSC] [PAL] Boot Up NumLock - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 74
port. The configuration options are: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/IRQ3] [Disabled] IR Port: [Disabled] This field allows you to configure the Notebook PC's serial IR port. To enable this port, select an address that does not conflict with another port. A conflict will be noted by red - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 75
[278H/IRQ5] Mode: [Normal] The Mode field allows you to configure the Notebook PC parallel port transmission mode. The configuration options are: [Normal] [EPP] host performs a series of read and/or write byte operations to the selected register. There are four operations supported by EPP: Address - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 76
PC Security Menu The Notebook PC's advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program. This Section - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 77
disk drive. If the hard disk drive is used on this or another Notebook PC with this function, a password will be asked when the hard disk operating system. If three failed attempts are detected, the BIOS will halt the Notebook PC. Hard Drive: The BIOS will prompt for a password during system bootup - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 78
of the Setup program allows you to manually enable and adjust certain power saving features of the Notebook PC, which are necessary for systems without [Disabled] HDD Power Down Video Power Down [Disabled] [Disabled] Beep On Battery Low [Disabled] Start Battery Refreshing Item Specific Help < - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 79
options are: [Disabled] [1 Min]...[15 Min] Video Power Down [Disabled] This field allows you to Battery Refreshing This function will start a software program to remove memory effects in the battery and recalibrate the battery gauge. Even though this Notebook PC uses a Lithium-Ion battery - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 80
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Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook PC is to check for a device to boot the system. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar and the following screen appears: 1. Removable - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 83
4. Using the Notebook PC Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the Notebook PC is turned off. Once this option is selected, a confirmation is asked. Select Yes to - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 84
4. Using the Notebook PC Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When this option - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 85
APPENDIX Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Owner Information 85 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 86
Protocols and Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 87
.html 1 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 DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 88
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APPENDIX Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AUTOEXEC.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT is a special-purpose file that is automatically executed by DOS whenever the computer is turned ON or restarted. This file contains - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 90
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 IDE driver and bus master IDE hard disk drives are required to support bus - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 91
. The MMX instructions are designed to accelerate multimedia and communications applications, such as 3D video, 3D sound, video conference. North Bridge on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 92
System Management Bus) The SMB is used for managing smart batteries, reading SDRAM configuration information, and other miscellaneous system functions configured when they are attached physically without having to install drivers or reboot. With USB, the traditional complex cables from back panel - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 93
20 APM and ACPI 53 B Battery Pack 26 Battery Power System 51 BIOS 32 Bit I/O 70 Advanced Menu 72 Beep On Battery Low 79 BIOS Legend Bar 65 Date 67 System Time 67 Transfer Mode 70 Type 69 Ultra DMA Mode 70 Video Timeout 79 APPENDIX C Canadian Department of Communications 2 Capital Lock 31 CardBus 46 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 94
Playback Information 43 Restarting or Rebooting 30 S Save-to-Disk Partition 30 Securing Your Notebook PC 58 Speaker 17 Standby Mode 54 Status Indicators 31 Suspend Mode 53 System Memory U UL Safety Notices 6 Updating Your BIOS 62 User's Manual, About 12 V Vehicle/Air Power Adapter Accessory 59 - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 95
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APPENDIX Owner 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. Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Retailer Telephone - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 97
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MPC3 standard • Supports Multi-Read function ® Ultra-Fast CD-ROM • Supports high speed CD-Audio playback • Supports high speed digital audio extraction • Supports UltraDMA/33 transfer mode • Compatible with all CD formats • Supports multi-read function (CD-R/CD-RW) Visit www.asus.com for updated - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 100
and video performance of the GeForce2 MX, the 2nd generation GPU from NVIDIA. With the AGP-7100 Series and its support for the TwinView™ architecture, ASUS has made available the most variety of available models to support several dual display output combinations using RGB monitor, TV, or digital - Asus A1F | ASUS A1F Series Notebook User Manual English Version. - Page 101
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NOTEBOOK PC
USER’S MANUAL
Product Name:
Notebook PC
Manual Revision:
1.02 E751
Release Date:
May 2001