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- Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 1
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 2
About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 Front Side ...19 Rear Side ...20 3. Getting Started 23 Power System ...24 Using AC Power 24 Using Battery Power 24 Charging - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 3
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Models with Napa chipset 36 Pointing Device ...37 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring for the Touchpad 39 Storage Devices ...40 ExpressCard ...40 Optical Drive ...41 Flash Memory Card - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 5
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 6
PC and this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. User's Manual 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Appendix - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 7
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 solvents such as thinners, benzene, or - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 8
as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 9
the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 1 2 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 12
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 9 4 5 8 6 7 12 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 13
2 Knowing the Parts 1 Camera (on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 14
in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas 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. 14 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 15
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 be purchased as - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 16
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 memory card reader that can read many flash memory cards as specified later in this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not only - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 17
to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 9 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 18
Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 19
2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 1 Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 20
. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the ASUS Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 21
. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 8 Kensington® Lock Port The - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 22
2 Knowing the Parts 22 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 23
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 Switches and Status Indicators 23 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 24
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 pack(s) and the - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 25
result in the loss of working data. To install the battery pack: 1 2 To remove the battery pack: 1 2 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 26
series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used requires servicing. If - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 27
report the amount 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 28
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 your Notebook PC: (1) Hold the power button over 4 seconds. IMPORTANT! Do not use emergency shutdown - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 29
use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Hard drive "Zz" Icon (F4): Places the Notebook PC's hard disk drive in suspend mode to save battery display when using low resolution modes. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 30
the numeric keypad while keeping the 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 while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 31
Gear+ button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will switch between three modes in the AC power mode segment. When - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 32
lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is case form (e.g. a,b,c). InstantON mode: InstantON Indicator Indicates when the Notebook PC is in InstantON mode. Windows Operating System: Number Lock Indicator - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 33
charge indicator is an LED that 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 A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 34
3 Getting Started 34 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 35
4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection Bluetooth Wireless Connection Power Management Modes 35 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 36
Software This 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 37
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 place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad's surface. 4 Using the Notebook PC - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 38
4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 39
4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 40
Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • ExpressCard • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive ExpressCard One 26pin Express card socket is available to support ExpressCard socket protector, remove it using the "Removing an ExpressCard" instructions below. 2. Insert the - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 41
Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 4 Using the Notebook PC 1. While the Notebook PC's power is ON, press the drive's eject button of contents (TOC) on the disc. When the drive stops, the disc is ready to be used. NOTE: It is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 42
equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 43
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 single built-in memory card reader that can read flash memory cards as shown below. The built-in memory card reader is not only convenient, but - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 44
end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode) or else you will disconnect the modem connection. WARNING - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 45
, it must 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 46
Notebook PC Wireless LAN 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 supports - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 47
exchange files, share peripherals, or share Internet or network connections. You may also make use of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices You first need to pair your Notebook PC with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can connect to it. Make sure - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 48
new standard in power management for Notebook 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 49
Power State Summary 4 Using the Notebook PC STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT "Stand by" • "Stand by" through Windows Start button, • Timer as set though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Any device • Battery low -- STR ("Stand by") (Suspend-to-RAM) STD ("Hibernate") - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 50
Shut down" for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. "Stand by" and "Hibernate" saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components. When you resume your work, your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or email - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 51
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 51 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 52
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 hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no drivers are necessary. USB - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 53
WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIA Type II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. Wireless LAN USB Adapter The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-167g) is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 54
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. 54 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 55
to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When the manual instructs you to "boot" your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer. "Reboot" means to restart your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting "Restart" from "Start | Shut Down..." will - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 56
commands and processes data stored in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system support higher speeds. It is very likely that 1394, together with USB, will replace Parallel, IDE, SCSI, and EIDE ports. 1394 is also used in - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 57
Local Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface. PCI is a standard widely used by expansion card manufacturers. PC memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebok PC supports - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 58
the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 59
. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs. Regional Playback Information staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below. Copyright - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 60
The Notebook PC network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) use the equipment on another network." Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan-European approvals using - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 61
.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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 62
to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 63
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 damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes or - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 64
is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW Departments in which the use of the 2400-2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less Belfort 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 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 65
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 the risk - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 66
Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 67
Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user's manual the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 68
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 68 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 69
A Appendix 69 - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 70
recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User's Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer Location - Asus A8M | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 71
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 ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Service and Support
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