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    E6459 Notebook PC User Manual February 2011
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    ...32 Using AC Power 32 Using Battery Power 34 Battery Care...35 Powering ON the Notebook PC 36 The Power-On Self Test (POST 36 Checking Battery Power 38 Charging the Battery Pack 39 Power Options 40 Power Management Modes 42 Sleep and Hibernate 42 Thermal Power Control 43 Special Keyboard
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    69 Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models 71 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-2 Operating System and Software A-3 System BIOS Settings A-4 Common Problems and Solutions A-7 Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13 Using Recovery Partition A-13 Using Recovery DVD (on
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    Wireless Frequency Bands A-26 UL Safety Notices A-28 Power Safety Requirement A-29 TV Tuner Notices A-29 REACH A-29 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries Services A-36 Copyright Information A-37 Limitation of Liability A-38 Service and Support A-38  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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    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 using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with
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    power adapter complies with the rating. DO NOT use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Incorrect installation of battery the sound pressure level.  Notebook PC User Manual
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    Rating output current: 3.42A (65W) Rating power is present. Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can cause discomfort or burn 4. DC fan Warning: Please notice the DC power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard
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    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
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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 2 1 3 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
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    the display panel with your thumb. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User
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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 esc f1 f2 f3 f4 tab caps lock f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq insert num lk delete
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    15.6" model 1 2 3 4 esc f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq delete insert home pgup pgdn end scr lk tab home pgup caps lock enter shift ctrl fn alt shift end pgdn enter alt ctrl insert delete 5 6 7 8 9 10 Notebook PC User Manual 15
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    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. 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to turn
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    improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled. 8 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. Notebook PC User Manual 17
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    Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 2 3 1 4 5 18 Notebook PC User Manual
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    in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT USE ON SOFT SURFACES SUCH AS SOFAS OR BEDS, WHICH MAY BLOCK THE VENTS. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Notebook PC User Manual 19
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    PC is 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
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    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 required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook
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    in various models with different optical drives.The 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. 22 Notebook PC User Manual
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    6 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually
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    a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 2 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and
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    DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Supports standards and supports 8-channel digital D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of
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    6 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied 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
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    DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Supports standards and supports 8-channel digital D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of
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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. 28 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Front Side 14" model 1 15.6" model 1 1 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
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    30 Notebook PC User Manual
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    3 Chapter 3: Getting Started
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    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
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    use a different adapter to power the Notebook 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 damage both your battery
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    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. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Installing and
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    To remove the battery pack: 2 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 or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all
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    to enter the BIOS Setup. 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
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    disk drive during POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup, backup your data , you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing. Continued use may result in data loss. Notebook PC User Manual 37
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    warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (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
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    voltage is too high. WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged.The battery pack will discharge 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. Notebook PC User Manual 39
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    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 will provide a dialog box to allow restart.To restart the system manually, choose Restart. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at
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    your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown your Notebook PC: • Hold the power button over 4 seconds. 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
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    PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system
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    pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator will be OFF in this mode.) Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. These power control cannot temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit. Notebook PC User Manual 43
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    following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with
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    best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have 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). Notebook PC User Manual
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    right mouse button on a Windows object. Extended Keyboard (on selected models) An extended keyboard is available on selected models. The extended keyboard has a dedicated numeric keypad for easy number entry. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to toggle between using the extended keypad as numbers or as pointer
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    keyboard keyboard is connected, pressing the [Ins/Num LK] on the external keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both keyboards keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Pointers The keyboard can be used . With Number Lock ON, use [Shift] and one of the
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    multimedia control key on the Notebook PC. Some control key functions may defer depending on Notebook PC model. Use the [Fn] key in combination with the arrow keys for multimedia control functions. Play/Pause (↓) file playback, skips to the next song / movie chapter. 48 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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." The power switch may differ in appearance by models. Notebook PC User Manual
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    Status Indicators esc tab f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause break prt sc sysrq insert num lk delete scr lk backspace home pgup caps lock enter pgdn shift shift end ctrl fn alt alt ctrl Front 50 Notebook PC User Manual
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    's power as follows: Green ON: Battery power is between 95% and 100% (with AC power). Orange ON: Battery power is less than 95% (with AC power). Orange Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% (without AC power). Off: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Notebook PC User Manual
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    accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to the access time. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC's built-in
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    4 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC
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    sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. Pointer Movement Right Click Left Click IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else
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    . To use the touchpad, lightly press or tap your finger on the touchpad. Moving The Pointer Place your finger in the center of 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 55
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    the pointer over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly,keeping your finger on the operation will not be executed. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel"Mouse."The following two examples produce the same results.
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    touchpad. Lightly strike the touchpad twice, sliding finger on touchpad during second strike. Two-finger scrolling - Use two fingertips to slide up/down/left/ right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down/left/ viewing photos or reading documents. Zoom in Zoom out Notebook PC User Manual 57
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    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. Two- make a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation based on your needs. 58 Notebook PC User Manual
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    attached. This feature is normally OFF, to turn ON this feature: 1. Select the option in Windows Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Notebook PC User Manual 59
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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. 60 Notebook PC User Manual
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    varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Notebook PC User Manual 61
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    . IMPORTANT! When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc
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    1 2 2 1 Removing the hard disk drive: 1 2 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 Installing the hard disk drive: 1 2 1 2 2 1 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 63
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    . There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory
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    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. 1000BASE-T (or Gigabit) is only supported on selected models. Notebook PC User Manual 65
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    (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 cable with RJ-45 connectors Network Hub or Switch The actual location of the LAN port differs by models
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    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
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    another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in this wireless environment. (All devices must install optional 802.11 wireless LAN other wireless devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point (AP) (sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients
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    Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Chapter 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in Windows notification area and select
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    may have to enter a password. 6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. 7. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press + to disable the WLAN function. 70 Notebook PC User
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    or network connections. You may also make use of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices. 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Chapter 3). 2. Press [FN
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    Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. 3. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. 4. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and
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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 73
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    74 Notebook PC User Manual
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    A Appendix
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    . When used in current operating systems, no drivers are necessary USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC's built-in keyboard and touchpad. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used
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    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 replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact
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    BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models P1: Optiarc DVD RW...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Optiarc DVD RW...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM P0: ST9750420AS P1: Optiarc DVD RW AD-7585H Disabled :
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    and is only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is then cleared. Notebook PC User Manual A-5
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    must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If you want to restore default settings, choose Restore Defaults. You must then save changes Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override P0: ST9750420AS Silicon-Power PMAP P1: Optiarc DVD RW AD-7585H Launch EFI
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    3. If problem still persists, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD. 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
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    the BIOS to the latest version and try again. 4. If the problem 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
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    system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! You must 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
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    system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. WARNING! Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual
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    5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You Intel INF 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
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    Software Problem - BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Use the "Start
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    ! DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is created at 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
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    "C"(25%) and"D"(75%). 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 selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the Window desktop
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    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 drivers and
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    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 require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense
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    US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, 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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    Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea www.blu-raydisc.com/en/ Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDsicforVideo.html for more details. A-18 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan 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 network Manual A-19
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    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 panEuropean approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe's first modems which some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. A-20 Notebook PC User Manual
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    No No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No Notebook PC User Manual A-21
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    . de/technologies/ctr_21.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
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    uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions radio/TV technician for help. The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect
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    #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301 489-17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites
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    directive". CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems)
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    France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: band: • Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW Departments in which the use of the 2400-2483.5 Manual
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    70 Haute Saône 75 Paris 84 Vaucluse 89 Yonne 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 (http://www.arcep.fr) Your WLAN Card transmits less
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    used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). When using following: • DO NOT use the Notebook PC near batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries 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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    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: H05VV-F, the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notebook PC User Manual A-29
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    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) 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! Rischio di
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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 products marketed in the United States. WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
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    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
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Notebook PC User Manual A-33
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    use and stand-by modes. 2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals. 3. Limited use of Reduction of the use of natural resources by ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the
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    cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the Korea RoHS Swiss Energy Laws Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from , batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com
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    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 WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR
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    CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF 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 Manufacturer Address, City Country Authorized Representative in Europe Address
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Notebook PC User Manual
February 2011
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