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E7523 Notebook PC User Manual 15.6" : B53 Series 14.0" : B43 Series September 2012 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 2
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side Switches and Status Indicators 49 Switches ...49 Status Indicators 51 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 3
selected models 76 Enabling TPM Support 77 Clearing TPM Secured Data 78 USB Charger+...79 Appendix Operating System and Software A-2 System BIOS Settings A-3 Common Problems and Solutions A-7 Recovering Your Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-23 CE Marking A-24 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 4
STAR complied product A-34 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-35 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-35 Regional Notice for United States of America A-35 Copyright Information A-36 Limitation of Liability A-37 Service and Support A-37 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 5
1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 6
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 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 7
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. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 8
note that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to keep your body from the moving fan blades. Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 9
. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 10
recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. 10 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 11
Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 2 1 Connecting the Power Adapter 2 3 HDMI 1 3 2 1 If you purchased bundied 90W AC adapter when docking your Notebook PC on the ASUS Power Station. Notebook PC User Manual 11 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 12
power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness. OFF ON 12 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 13
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Backspace Num Lk Scr Lk Enter 78 Home 9 PgUp 45 6 Shift Alt Ctrl 12 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 14 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 15
. Slide the switch to the left to close the camera cover. Slide the switch to the right to open the camera cover. Notebook PC User Manual 15 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 16
power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode.The selected mode is shown on the display. 16 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 17
Fingerprint Scanner (on selected models) The built-in fingerprint scanner allows use of security software using your fingerprint as your identification key. Notebook PC User Manual 17 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 18
. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 18 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 19
14.0" model 1 23 4 5 6 7 Notebook PC User Manual 19 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 20
(on selected models) The SIM card compartment allows insertion of a mobile SIM card for 3G functions. 4 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 21
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 PC. Only purchase expansion the keyboard by accident, preventing the keyboard from damage. Notebook PC User Manual 21 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 22
Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm expansion card.This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 22 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 23
can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. This port also supports USB Charger+ function that helps charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook PC is powered off. Refer to the E-Manual for details. 4 E-SATA E-SATA Port & USB Combo Port External SATA or eSATA - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 24
LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 24 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 25
consumer electronics video formats. HDMI display devices utilize transition minimized differential signaling (TMDS) to carry audiovisual information through the same HDMI cable. Notebook PC User Manual 25 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 26
to hot when in use. Be sure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. 2 USB Port (2.0) 26 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 27
vents or else overheating may occur. 4 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display , voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Notebook PC User Manual 27 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 28
8 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers Combo or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. SPDIF Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 29
PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader that can conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards as mentioned later in this manual. 3 Smart Card Slot This Notebook PC has a built-in smart card reader that can conveniently read data from and write data to a smart card - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 30
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connect the provided US-standard AC power cord to a different standard. Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages. It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC PC. Doing so may damage the AC-DC adapter. 32 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 33
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 Notebook PC when the Notebook PC is not in use. Notebook PC User Manual 33 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 34
the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. To install the battery pack: 3 2 1 2 1 3 34 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 35
battery. If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center. Notebook PC User Manual 35 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 36
flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF ready for the installation of a new operating system. 36 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 37
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 utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing. Continued use may result in data loss. Notebook PC User - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 38
no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and battery pack). 38 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 39
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 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 40
system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart.To restart the system manually, choose Restart. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 41
. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Notebook PC User Manual 41 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 42
] to activate this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) 42 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 43
the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit. • The system shut down for critical cooling when temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit. Notebook PC User Manual 43 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 44
panel ON and OFF. (On certain models; stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) 44 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 45
): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. (on selected models) Notebook PC User Manual 45 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 46
see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows "Calculator" application. (on selected models) 46 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 47
or as pointer directions. The pointer direction keys are for navigation between fields or cells such as those in a spreadsheet or table. Notebook PC User Manual 47 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 48
track/ movie chapter. CD Skip to Next Track (Fast Forward) During CD play, skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. 48 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 49
Break Sysrq Insert Backspace Num Lk Scr Lk 78 Home 9 PgUp Enter 45 6 Shift Alt Ctrl 12 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete Notebook PC User Manual 49 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 50
typing and is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). To unlock (enable) the touchpad, simply press this button again. 50 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 51
Status Indicators Top 15.6" model OFF ON Tab Side Caps Lock 14.0" model Shift OFF ON Ctrl Fn ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 Tab Caps Lock Shift Ctrl Fn Alt F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Delete Home PgUp PgDn End Break Sysrq Insert Backspace Num Lk Scr Lk 78 Home - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 52
type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will be in the lower case form (e.g. a,b,c). 52 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 53
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use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad's surface. 54 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 55
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 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 56
examples produce the same results. DoubleClicking DoubleTapping Press the left button twice and release. 56 Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice. Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 57
/left/right. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on that pane before scrolling. Scrolling vertically Scrolling horizontally Notebook PC User Manual 57 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 58
Two-finger tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action enable user to show popout menu. 58 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 59
the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Notebook PC User Manual 59 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 60
supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) Inserting an Expansion Card 1. If there is an ExpressCard socket protector, remove it using the "Removing an ExpressCard" instructions Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 61
Removing an Expansion Card The ExpressCard slot does not have an eject button. Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to eject the ExpressCard. Carefully pull the ejected ExpressCard out of the socket. Notebook PC User Manual 61 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 62
prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. 62 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 63
touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive's tray. 2 1 Notebook PC User Manual 63 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 64
normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data is read. 64 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 65
of the electronic eject. Ensure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area. Actual location will vary by model. Notebook PC User Manual 65 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 66
a 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T hub (not a BASE-T4 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 no - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 67
together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN cable is required (Fast-Ethernet model). (Gigabit models support auto-crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.) Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub to the previous chapter to locate the LAN port. Notebook PC User Manual 67 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 68
of wireless LAN standards. The optional built-in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations transmission without encryption might be visible to others. 68 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 69
each other or with a wired network. (All devices must install Notebook PC optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) Desktop PC Access Point Notebook PC User Manual PDA 69 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 70
buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. 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 , only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher. 70 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 71
desired access point, click the Refresh icon on the upper right corner to refresh and search in the list again. in the Notebook PC User Manual 71 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 72
icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press + to disable the WLAN function. 72 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 73
if necessary for your model (see switches in Chapter 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and bluetooth icon are shown. Notebook PC User Manual 73 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 74
blue pane. 4. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5. Click Add a device to look for new devices. 74 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 75
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 75 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 76
transactions and communication more trustworthy. The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by the following cryptographic capabilities of each TPM: hashing, random number generation, asymmetric is disabled by default. Use BIOS setup to enable it. 76 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 77
Enabling TPM Support Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). Set TPM Support to [Enable] in BIOS setup Advanced > Trusted Computing. IMPORTANT! Use your TPM application's "Backup" or "Migration" function to backup your TPM security data. Notebook PC User Manual 77 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 78
Clearing TPM Secured Data When TPM State is set to [Enabled], Pending TPM Operation will appear. Set this item to [TPM Clear] to clear all data secured by TPM or [None] to discard the selection. IMPORTANT! You should routinely backup your TPM secured data. 78 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 79
Notebook PC stops charging your connected USB device when the battery charge drops below your set threshold. • The USB port that supports USB Charger+ does not support USB device wake up function. • If your connected device is overheated, smoking, or has abnormal odors, remove the device immediately - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 80
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. The choices and languages will depend on the territory.The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other operating not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. A-2 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 83
System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC User Manual A-3 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 84
2. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 85
press [Enter]. 3. Leave the Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. Notebook PC User Manual A-5 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 86
Save Changes Exit system setup after saving the change: F10 key can be used for this operation. Exit system setup without saving any change: ESC key can be used for this operation. A-6 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 87
quality discs and try again. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason recovering. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 88
again. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Battery Battery maintenance. ON? (Y = 5, N = C) 5. Power ON by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A) A-8 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 89
Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance. B. Problem service center for replacement. D. Battery problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem system load. 3. The problem may also be caused by - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 90
Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses. Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an "Open policy file files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 91
PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. 5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your that hardware devices can be recognized. 6. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Notebook PC User - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 92
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 FS1 [ ]: Switch [ ] : Choose [q] : Exit 5. You must "Restore Defaults" on the Exit page after updating (flashing) the BIOS. A-12 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 93
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. 2. drive and creates a new system partition as drive"C". Notebook PC User Manual A-13 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 94
partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions"C"(40%) and"D"(60%). 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. A-14 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 95
important data before the system recovery. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-15 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 96
is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 97
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 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 98
operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Overview terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 99
the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. Notebook PC User Manual A-19 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 100
No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No A-20 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 101
National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 102
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will could void your authority to operate the equipment. A-22 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 103
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] Notebook PC User Manual A-23 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 104
antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Operation is subject to operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 105
Loiret 58 Nièvre 03 Allier 09 Ariège 16 Charente 26 Drôme 37 Indre et Loire 50 Manche 59 Nord Notebook PC User Manual A-25 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 106
than 10mW. Prevention of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. A-26 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 107
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 supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Notebook PC User Manual A-27 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 108
framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. A-28 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 109
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. til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) Notebook PC User Manual A-29 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 110
performing procedures other than those specified in the user's manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not , have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service warning label CAUTION! INVISIBLE guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. A-30 Notebook - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 111
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Notebook PC User Manual A-31 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 112
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese A-32 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 113
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benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program. ENERGY STAR is NOT supported on Freedos and Linux-based products. A-34 Notebook PC User - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 115
JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Swiss Energy Laws ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting regions. Regional Notice for United States of America Notebook PC User Manual A-35 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 116
are used only for identification or explanation and to the 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 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 117
DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC 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 Notebook PC User Manual A-37 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 118
(EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: Oct. 01, 2012 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2012 Signature A-38 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 119
marking (EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: Oct. 01, 2012 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2012 Signature Notebook PC User Manual A-39 - Asus ASUSPRO ADVANCED B53A | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 120
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