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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2106b / Jun 2005 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 2
1. Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Special Keyboard Functions 27 Colored Hot Keys 27 Keyboard as Cursors 28 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 28 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 29 Instant Launch Keys and - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 3
System ...34 Support Software 34 Pointing Device ...34 Using the Touchpad 35 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 36 Caring for the Touchpad 37 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA 38 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA 38 Storage Devices ...39 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket 39 Optical Drive ...40 Flash Memory Card Reader - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 6
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 you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. These notes - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 7
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 use strong - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 8
1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 9
Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information display panel! Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Display panel Camera latch (on selected models) Microphone Display Panel (Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 13
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 navigation in the Windows™ operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 14
PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Some labels identify components inside removable panels. Cooling Fan CPU VGA Chipset Memory Slot Emergency Shutdown Button Name card holder 2 WLAN Expansion Slot TV Tuner Expansion Slot Hard Disk Drive Stereo Speaker Spring - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 15
CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-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 later in this manual. Battery Pack The and by the specifications for this - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 16
SPDIF/ Phone Output WLAN Flash Infrared ON/OFF Memory Slot Port FM/DTV/CATV ON OFF LAN USB is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local television services. The provided antenna can receive digital TV or FM radio. Cable service connection - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 17
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 socket is available to support one type I/II PC card. The socket supports 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of Notebook PC expansion options such as memory - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 18
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. Electronic Eject, Emergency Eject (Optical - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 19
device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 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. 2.0 USB - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 20
2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Display panel latch CIR Port (on selected models) CD Player Control (see section 3) Status Indicators (see section 3) Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on the - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - 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 A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 22
Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages and the AC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 23
can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 24
PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. To run Window - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 25
features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display Notebook PC enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Right-click power management settings. WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when BIOS provides a smart battery refreshing function. 25 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 26
, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 27
(F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 28
™ menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing 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 make number intensive input more convenient. - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 29
Performance DC Email Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running. Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running. Pad-Lock Key Pressing this button will lock your touchpad when using - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 30
3 Getting Started PREV NEXT STOP PLAY/PAUSE Status Indicators (above keyboard) Bluetooth Indicator (on selected models) The Bluetooth indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth function is activated. This indicator requires a built-in Bluetooth module which is - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 31
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- internal wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN.) 31 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 32
3 Getting Started CD Player Control Buttons and Indicator (on selected models) There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for convenient CD playing. The buttons activate and control your operating system's audio player when the Notebook PC is ON. When your Notebook - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - 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 Multimedia Connections Audio/Video - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 34
Notebook PC comes with a support CD 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 CD is necessary, contact your - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 35
is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects in up or down on the right side to scroll a window up or down. Scroll Up Scroll Down 35 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 36
interval between the clicks or taps is 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 button twice and release) 36 Double-Tapping (lightly - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 37
: A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up 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 tapping. Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 38
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 expansion like PCI cards on desktop - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 39
level when inserting. 1. If there is a PC Card socket protector, remove it using the "Removing a PC Card" instructions below. 2. Insert the PC card with the connector side to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. DTV/FM CATV - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 40
4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 41
of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending on the DVD - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 42
bus. Supported Memory Types MS adapter MS (Memory Stick) Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG MS (Memory Stick) Magic Gate (MG) MS (Memory Stick) Select MS (Memory Stick When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Poor handling - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 43
to the modem port and the other 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 44
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 setting so - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 45
the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management as "Stand by" (or Suspend-to-RAM) and "Hibernation" mode or Suspend-to 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 A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 46
" 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 temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU). • The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 47
management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows. You can define "Stand By" 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 48
features require built-in modules only on selected models. Cable Connection Connect the coaxial cable from a paid television service, roof-mounted aerial antenna, or indoor "rabbit ears" to the cable adapter. Cable service connection can receive digital TV, analog TV, or FM radio depending on paid - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 49
TV tuner models to control the Notebook PC's multimedia functions (the included software must be installed). Opens/Closes Mobile Theater SW in Windows Opens/Closes Instant Fun SW when NB is OFF Opens TV viewing application Opens picture viewer application Opens video viewer application Controller - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 50
4 Using the Notebook PC 50 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 51
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 51 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 52
™ (recording technology) to help prevent writing unusable discs, minimizes CPU loading to allow operation of other software while writing, and automatically (write): 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g • (Specifications may change without notice.) 52 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 53
PC. Wireless LAN Card or USB Adapter The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB floppy disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no drivers - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 54
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 USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC's built-in keyboard and - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 55
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 external monitor. For large audiences, try - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 56
USB printers can be simultaneously used on 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 the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 57
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 copy a new - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 58
processing speed. CPU (Central Processing Unit) The CPU, sometimes called "Processor," actually functions as the "brain" of the computer. 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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 59
Local Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus expansion options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and 32bit CardBus socket. Type III cards take up two sockets and must be used on Notebook PCs with two - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 60
Memory) ROM is nonvolatile 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 100 are new specifications to improve IDE - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 61
is playback restrictions on regionalized 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 movies be limited to a particular region - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 62
assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 63
This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21. (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 64
. 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 A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 65
wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any to [EN 60950] • Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b] • Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 66
A Appendix Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 67
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 use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 68
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 esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 69
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 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 70
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 70 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 71
A Appendix 71 - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 72
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 Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS Version Date - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 73
IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service will owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND - Asus A7Vc | A7 Hardware User''''s Manual for English (E2106) - Page 74
+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
E2106b / Jun 2005
Notebook PC
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