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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2050 / Apr 2005 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 2
22 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Battery Care ...24 Checking Battery Power 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF ...26 Special Keyboard Functions 27 Colored Hot Keys 27 Keyboard as Cursors 28 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 28 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 29 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 3
Notebook PC 33 Models with Sonoma chipset 34 Operating System ...34 Support Software 34 Pointing Device ...34 Using the Touchpad 35 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 36 Caring for the Touchpad 37 Removing Declarations and Safety Statements 60 Safety Statements ...60 Notebook PC Information 68 3 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 6
the Notebook PC. User's Manual 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 7
PC 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 qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 8
keyboard and display panel. Cover Your Notebook PC Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Notebook PC 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 9
Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) WARNING! - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 12
of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Camera On selected models Microphone Display Panel (Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids to clean. Use plain water if necessary.) Power Switch & Instant Keys (see section 3) Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad buttons - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 13
ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows™ function keys are provided to help ease - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 14
going clockwise. CPU Compartment Name Card Holder Stereo Speaker -2 -1 Battery Pack Spring Battery Lock Battery Lock Hard Disk Drive Compartment Memory & Mini-PCI Compartment Shutdown Button Stereo Speaker IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 15
POST (Power-OnSelf-Test) process. 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 expansion modules from authorized retailers of this - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 16
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. 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, video cameras - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 17
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 memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as specified later in this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 18
controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled. Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 19
supports native parallel devices such as laser/inkjet printers, or parallel-adapted device such as external hard drives, removable drives, or scanners. 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, video cameras - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 20
Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch CD Control Buttons (see section 3) Status Indicators (see section 3) 20 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 21
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Instant Keys and Status Indicators 21 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 22
, 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 damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter. NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug de - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 23
the unlock position. 2. Slide the sping lock to unlock and hold. 3. Remove the battery pack. -2 2 3 -1 -1 1 -2 -2 -2 2 1 -1 -1 3 IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 24
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 part of the 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 25
power information. When the AC power is connected, charging status will be shown. Right-click the battery icon for sub-menus. Left-click the battery icon for power management settings. NOTE: If you ignore the low battery warning, eventually the Notebook PC enters suspend mode (Windows default - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 26
to allow restart. To restart the system manually, click Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart. (Screens are different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by clicking Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 27
on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON and OFF. When enabled, the wireless LAN LED will light. Windows - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 28
the right mouse button on a Windows™ object. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that the keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 29
browser application while Windows is running. Email Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running. the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time during various events. When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear will switch between - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 30
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. Number Lock Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 31
green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that shows - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 32
defines the meaning of each CD control button and indicator on the front of the Notebook PC. CD Power Switch While the Notebook PC is OFF: Turns ON or OFF the CD player. CD Skip to Previous Track (Rewind) & Audio Volume Down During CD play, this button has two functions: Track: The first push - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 33
4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Hard Disk Drive Modem Connection Network Connection Power System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes 33 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 34
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 replacement of the support CD is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to download individual - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 35
Notebook PC's integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver items displayed on the screen with the use of - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 36
4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over 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 (press the left - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 37
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 the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Basic functions can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to allow comfortable clicking and - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 38
documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • PC card • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 39
remove it using the "Removing a PC Card" instructions below. 2. Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label side up. Standard PC cards will be flush with the Notebook -click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. 1 2 1. Press in the toggle - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 40
PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 2 1 1 1. While the Notebook PC's power is ON, press the drive's eject button and the tray will eject out partially. 2. Gently pull on the drive's front panel and slide - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 41
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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 42
up to 80GB. Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for upgrades. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 43
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. WARNING - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 44
(not a BASE-T4 hub). For 10Base-T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. 10/100 Mbps Full-Duplex 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 45
PCs. NOTE: APM was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98. Because newer operating systems like Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on this Notebook PC. Suspend Mode In "Stand by" (STR) and "Hibernation" (STD), the CPU - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 46
4 Using the Notebook PC Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT "Stand by" • "Stand by" through Windows Start button, • Timer as set though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Any device • Battery low STR ("Stand by") (Suspend-to-RAM) STD ("Hibernate") ( - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 47
Windows. You can define "Stand By" or "Shut down" for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. "Stand by" and "Hibernate" saves power when your Notebook status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed and power - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 48
4 Using the Notebook PC 48 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 49
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections DVD-ROM Drive Information Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 49 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 50
Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase 4X • CD-RW (write): 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g • (Specifications may change without notice.) 50 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 51
LAN Card or USB Adapter The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIA Type II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. 802.11g 54Mbps The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL167g) is thumb-sized and creates - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 52
. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock. 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 53
be purchased from third-parties. Monitor Out Connection Attaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is just like that of a standard desktop PC (some configurations may require additional display driver settings. You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 54
to 63 devices such as hard disk drives, scanners, removable drives, and digital cameras/ video cameras with an 1394 port can all be connected (more 1394 any USB port or USB hub. Securing Your Notebook PC For system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup "Security". A third party lock such as - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 55
A Appendix Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AWG (American Wire Gauge) Gauge AWG 46 44 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 56
. 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 is essentially a bigger - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 57
wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 58
a specification that memory used to store permanent programs (called firmware) used in certain computer components. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can be reprogrammed with new programs (or BIOS). Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 59
a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straightthrough Twisted Pair /66 or 100 are new specifications to improve IDE transfer rates. keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem/ISDN to be automatically configured when they are attached physically without having to install drivers - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 60
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 movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 61
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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 62
No Not Applicable No Not Applicable Yes No Yes No Yes No This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 63
. 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 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 64
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 the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 65
Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT). Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user's manual the laser product installation guide may result in - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 66
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) ATTENZIONE - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 67
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 67 - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 68
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 Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 69
MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification or alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS . SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE - Asus A3E | A3E Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2050) - Page 70
+1-510-608-4555 Web site address: usa.asus.com Technical support General support (tel): +1-502-995-0883 Notebook (tel): +1-510-739-3777 x5110 Online support: http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx Support (fax): +1-502-933-8713 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria) Company address: Harkort
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