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    Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2643 / Sep 2006
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    Pack 22 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Battery Care ...25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF ...26 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 26 Keyboard as Cursors 26 Special Keyboard Functions 26 Microsoft Windows Keys 26 Colored Hot Keys
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    the Notebook PC 33 Operating System ...34 Support Software 34 Pointing Device ...34 Using the Touchpad 35 Caring for the Touchpad 37 Storage Devices ...38 ExpressCard ...38 Inserting an ExpressCard 38 Removing an ExpressCard 38 Optical Drive ...38 Flash Memory Card Reader 40 Hard Disk Drive
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    Contents 4
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    1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5
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    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 or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the [ ] < > or [ ] and the
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    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
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    scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The
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    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 pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 2 1 3. Open the Display Panel 2 3 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1 PREY. NEXT STOP PLAY
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    1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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    2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11
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    2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 79,= 5,?; :;67 73(@7(
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    Notebook PC. In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 7 Keyboard The keyboard up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. 10 CIR (Consumer Infrared) Port ON/OFF TV
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    processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be upgraded. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty
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    specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 8 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery
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    Notebook PC. ON OFF 12 3 4 56 78 9 10 11 12 13 1 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB
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    battery power. When enabled, the wireless LAN LED will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN. 10 Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as specified later in this manual . If your office supports IrDA networking, you
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    varies by model) The Notebook PC comes 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
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    -D port Parallel Port The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports native parallel devices such as laser/inkjet printers, or parallel-adapted device such as external hard drives, removable drives, or scanners. DVI-D Display (DVI-D) Output The Digital Video Interface port is designed to maximize
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    Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 1 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to open the display panel. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the
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    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
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    universal outlets to support different power cords compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook 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. WARNING: This Notebook
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    this may result in the loss of working data. To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: Spring Lock Spring Lock 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
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    To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. NOTE: 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. The Power-On
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    of charge left in the battery. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel. To check the
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    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 the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before
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    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 keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors
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    this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. F10 Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows
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    Battery (DC) Mode ASUS Power for Phone Key This key is for use with the ASUS Power for Phone software included with this Notebook PC model. ASUS Power for Phone is a video conferencing application for use with modem or internet connections with support through the on-screen display (OSD). Pad-Lock
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    models. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock
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    shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is connected. OFF: The Notebook PC's battery is charged or completely drained. Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is not connected. ASUS Power for Phone Indicator This
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    allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control button on the Notebook PC. PREV NEXT STOP PLAY/PAUSE PREV NEXT STOP PLAY/PAUSE InstantFunPLUS Power Switch InstantFunPLUS Power Indicator CD Skip to Previous
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices ExpressCard Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection IR Wireless Communication Bluetooth Wireless Connection Wireless LAN Connection Power Management Modes Multimedia Connections Audio/
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    that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Contact your retailer if you require such a solution. Note: Some of the Notebook PC's components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Note: If your Notebook PC has a TV tuner, install the ASUS Mobile
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    driver is still required for working with some application software. IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad's surface. 4 Using the Notebook or select items displayed on the screen window up or down. Slide finger
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    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
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    Using the Notebook PC Dragging touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Basic functions can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to allow scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard objects. NOTE: The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no
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    Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • ExpressCard • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive ExpressCard One 26pin Express card slot is available to support is an ExpressCard socket protector, remove it using the "Removing an ExpressCard" instructions below. 2. Insert the
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    an optical disc 4 Using the Notebook PC 2 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 the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms
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    the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities. Vibration is normal for all high-speed optical drives due to unbalanced CDs or CD print. To decrease vibration, use the Notebook
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    (.95cm) high 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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    upgrade. After purchase, modem and/or network can be installed as a PC card (PCMCIA). Modem Connection The telephone wire used to connect the Notebook ). 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
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    be connected to a 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T hub (not a BASET4 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
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    Link" and should be enabled by default. Look for the icon in the Control Panel. (Windows XP) IMPORTANT! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR for long periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which will decrease the Notebook PC's performance. 44
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    Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices You first need to pair your Notebook PC with a t a/A ㄌ * ㄈㄝ 4gㄆ ㄊㄛ 7p ㄇ ㄜㄋ 1ㄅ ㄉㄚ Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Click New
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    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
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    optional built-in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing -Fi Protected Access (WPA) features. Ad-hoc mode The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in
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    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") (
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    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 current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically
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    in modules only on selected models. Note: If your Notebook PC has a TV tuner, install the ASUS Mobile Theater software in order to use the TV service connection can receive analog TV depending on paid services. The provided adapter is necessary to change the coaxial plug to fit the slim Notebook
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    control the Notebook PC's multimedia functions (the included software must be installed). Opens/Closes Mobile Theater SW in Windows Opens/Closes up or down Starts or stops recording Changes between full screen or windowed display Numbers 1 to 0: Numeric entry keys Jumps between two channels in
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    0: Numeric entry keys Arrow keys: Changes selected button Executes selection and zooms viewing Mutes audio Goto Mobile Theater home page Changes to full screen or windowed display Changes arrow keys to # keys in TV mode This side inserts first when storing in the Notebook ExpressCard slot 52
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    left Increases or decreases audio volume View recorded television programs View television program guide Notebook PC virtual OFF: Standby or Hibernate mode depending on settings. Stops playing button Turns ON or OFF the text overlay function for supported programs. Blue button Yellow button 53
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    Remote Controller (on selected models) Cont. The version on the previous page requires an infrared receiver as shown below. Plug the infrared receiver into the Notebook PC's USB port. The infrared remote controller must be pointed at this receiver, not the infrared receiver on the
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    Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 55
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    , 20X, 16X, 8X, 4X • CD-RW (write): 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g • (Specifications may change without notice.) USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB floppy disk and provide storage up to several
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    To prevent system failures, use (Safely Remove Hardware) on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more
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    A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub. 58
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    transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer's read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to
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    in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that Drive Electronics) IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive newer 1394b interface can support twice the speed and will appear in future models when peripherals support higher speeds. It
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    and lock that prevent the Notebok PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also in most grocery stores or lasers used in optical drives. CLASS 2 & CLASS 3A: Class 2 and Component Interconnect Local Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface.
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    run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. RAM (Random Access Memory) There are several different types of RAM such as DDR (Double Dynamic
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    DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebok PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs. Regional Playback Information Playback of staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below. Copyright
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    Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem on 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
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    .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
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    . 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
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    . FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement Installation and use of this wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the documentation provided with the product. Use only with the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could
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    power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz-2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the
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    connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Notebok PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce
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    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
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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 herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Macrovision
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    A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 72
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    A Appendix 73
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    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 Location Purchase Date Hard Drive
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E2643 /
Sep
2006
Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual