Asus A42DQ User Manual

Asus A42DQ Manual

Asus A42DQ manual content summary:

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    E5093 Notebook PC User Manual November 2009
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    for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...12 Bottom Side...17 Right Side...20 Left Side...24 Rear Side...26 Front Side...26 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...28 Using AC Power 28 Using Battery Power 30 Battery Care...31
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    Devices 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 57 Hard Disk Drive 58 Memory (RAM 60 Connections...61 A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC Marking A-24 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-24 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
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    28 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-29 Optical Drive Safety Information A-30 Laser Safety Information A-30 Service warning label A-30 CDRH Regulations A-30 A-34 Copyright Information A-36 Limitation of Liability A-37 Service and Support A-37  Notebook PC User Manual
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    1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC
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    may be differences between your Notebook PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct. Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different
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    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. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC
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    use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Incorrect installation of battery may cause explosion and damage the Notebook PC. DO NOT throw the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local
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    Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 1 2 Connecting the Power Adapter HDMI 1 2 3 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 
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    release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness. 10 Notebook PC User Manual
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    2 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts
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    Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 14" model 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 12 Notebook PC User Manual
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    15.6"/16" model Notebook PC User Manual 1 4 3 5 6 7 9 13
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    17.3" model 1 4 8 5 3 6 7 9 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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    to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. Notebook PC User Manual 15
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    conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. 9 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. 16 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 14" model 1 2 3 2 1 4 15.6"/16" model 1 2 3 2 1 4 Notebook PC User Manual 17
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    . DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 18 Notebook PC User Manual
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    or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartments 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
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    Notebook 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 marketing specifications for details on each model. will light in proportion to the data size transferred. 20 Notebook PC User Manual
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    right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 4 Optical Drive Emergency computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports computer. 6 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports
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    battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. The adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 8 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory , voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 22 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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. 12 Display include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. Notebook PC User Manual 23
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    other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 3 Display (Monitor) Output 4 HDMI HDMI Port 24 Notebook PC User Manual
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    USB Port (2.0) 6 Headphone Output Jack 7 Microphone Input Jack 8 Flash Memory Slot 9 Optical Drive 10 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) 11 Optical Drive Electronic Eject 12 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) Notebook PC User Manual 25
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    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. Front Side 14" model 1 15.6"/16
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    3 Chapter 3: Getting Started
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    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. HDMI
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    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. This when the Notebook PC is not in use. Notebook PC User Manual 29
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    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 BIOS setup
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    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. Notebook PC User Manual 31
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    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 ready for the installation of a new operating system. 32 Notebook PC User Manual
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    a warning message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is . To run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > servicing. Continued use may result in data loss. Notebook PC User
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    (Windows default uses STR). Right-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter. Left-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter. WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is depleted. STR is not the same
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    Notebook PC turns OFF when the battery pack is charged. The battery 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. The battery stops charging if the temperature is
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    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. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON
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    . IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Notebook PC User Manual 37
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    adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) User Manual
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    (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 when temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit. Notebook PC User Manual 39
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    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). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 40 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Locking the touchpad will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models mode through the onscreen display (OSD). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Notebook PC User Manual 41
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    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 to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. 42 Notebook PC User Manual
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    one of the pointer keys shown below. For example [Shift][8] for up, [Shift][K] for down, [Shift][U] for left, and [Shift][O] for right. Notebook PC User Manual 43
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    track/ movie chapter. CD Skip to Next Track (Fast Forward) During CD play, skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. 44 Notebook PC User Manual
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    of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." The power switch may differ in appearance by models. Notebook PC User Manual 45
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    Status Indicators 14" model 15.6"/16" model 17.3" model Top 17.3" model 46 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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). Notebook PC User Manual 47
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    the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as follows: Green ON: Battery power is between 95% and 100% ( light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) 48 Notebook PC User Manual
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    4 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC
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    use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad's surface. 50 Notebook PC User Manual
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    the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the pointer. Slide finger forward Slide finger left Slide finger right Slide finger backward Notebook PC User Manual 51
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    examples produce the same results. DoubleClicking DoubleTapping Press the left button twice and release. 52 Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice. Notebook PC User Manual
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    /left/right. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on that pane before scrolling. Scrolling vertically Scrolling horizontally Notebook PC User Manual 53
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    Two-finger tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action simulates the click on the scroll wheel of a mouse. Three-finger tapping - Use three fingers to tap the touchpad. This action mimics the right-click function of a mouse. 54 Notebook PC User Manual
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    hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when in Windows Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Notebook PC User Manual 55
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    2. Click ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB mouse plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration. 56 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Notebook PC User Manual 57
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    replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (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
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    Removing the hard disk drive: 1 2 Installing the hard disk drive: 1 2 The actual location of the hard disk drive differs by models. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the hard disk drive. Notebook PC User Manual 59
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    Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk 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
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    in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as 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
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    with RJ-11 telephone connectors. 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 the previous chapter to locate the LAN port. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 the information transmission without encryption might be visible to others. Notebook PC User Manual 63
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    or with a wired network. (All devices must install Notebook PC optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) Desktop PC Access Point PDA 64 Notebook PC User Manual
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    desired access point, click the Refresh icon on the upper right corner to refresh and search in the list again. in the Notebook PC User Manual 65
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    icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press + to disable the WLAN function. 66 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 wireless LAN icon and bluetooth icon are shown. Notebook PC User Manual 67
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    blue pane. 4. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5. Click Add a device to look for new devices. 68 Notebook PC User Manual
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    6. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. 7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 8. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. Notebook PC User Manual 69
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    70 Notebook PC User Manual
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    A Appendix
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    allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub. A-2 Notebook PC User Manual
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    . 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 not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Notebook PC User Manual A-3
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    Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 1.28.1119. Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is then cleared. Notebook PC User Manual A-5
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    Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 1.28.1119. Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. A-6 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem
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    , 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?SLanguage=en-us 2. Do NOT remove the battery pack while using
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    service center for replacement. D. Battery problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem 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
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    Problem - ASUS bundled ASUS website. Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup. 1. Remove additional memory. If additional memory was installed after purchase, power OFF, remove the additional memory, and power ON to see if the problem
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    5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. Update" and "ATKACPI" drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized. 6. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Notebook PC User
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    the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. �M���a��i�n� Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Boot Graphic Select ASUS FancyStart POST Logo Type Play POST Sound Speaker Volume Internal
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    the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press [F9] during bootup. drive and creates a new system partition as drive"C". Notebook PC User Manual A-13
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    two new partitions"C"(60%) and"D"(40%). 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual
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    disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Unstable power supply may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated
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    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 resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Region Definitions Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China Notebook PC User Manual A-17
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    complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which Manual
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    the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. Notebook PC User Manual A-19
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    No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No A-20 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 series
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    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 could void your authority to operate the equipment. A-22 Notebook PC User Manual
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    contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999 as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] Notebook PC User Manual A-23
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    conformity. IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation . End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this
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    Loiret 58 Nièvre 03 Allier 09 Ariège 16 Charente 26 Drôme 37 Indre et Loire 50 Manche 59 Nord Notebook PC User Manual A-25
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    with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. A-26 Notebook PC User Manual
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    batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries 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 use power adapters or batteries
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    building entrance. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. A-28 Notebook PC User
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    Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) Notebook PC User Manual
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    manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. A-30 Notebook PC User
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    is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Notebook PC User Manual A-31
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese A-32 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Spanish Swedish Notebook PC User Manual A-33
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    Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades and longer- time availability and Recycling Old computers, notebook computers, and other electronic and components found in an old computer will be broken down and of harmful chemicals. ASUS works with recycling ASUS product recycling and contacts, please
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    D563,594; D557,695; D545,803; D542,256; D538,276; D534,889; D518,041; D510,325; D510,324; D509,194; Patents Pending. Notebook PC User Manual A-35
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    purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND
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    this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Service and Support Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC User Manual
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    Manufacturer Address, City Country Authorized Representative in Europe Address, City Country ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY A-38 Notebook PC User Manual
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Notebook PC User Manual
November 2009
E5093