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    E5430 Notebook PC User Manual 15.6" : B53 Series 14.0" : B43 Series May 2010
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    for This Manual 6 Safety Precautions 7 Preparing your Notebook PC 11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side...14 Bottom Side...18 Right Side...22 Left Side...26 Front Side...29 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System...32 Using AC Power 32 Using Battery Power 34 Battery Care...35 Powering ON the
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    Touchpad 56 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 57 Caring for the Touchpad 60 Automatic Touchpad Disabling 60 Storage Devices 62 Expansion Card 62 Flash Memory Card Reader 64 Optical Drive (on selected models 65 Hard Disk Drive 68 Memory (RAM 71 Connections...73 Network Connection 73 Wireless
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    Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-25 UL Safety Notices A-27 Power Safety Requirement A-28 TV Tuner Notices (on selected models A-28 REACH ...A-28 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-29 Optical Drive Safety Information A-30 Laser Safety Information A-30 Service warning
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    1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC
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    of this User's Manual: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct. Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide,
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    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 PC
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    with ambient temperatures between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that surface. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Incorrect installation of battery may cause explosion and damage the
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    any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the 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. Notebook PC User Manual 
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    machines. However, it is 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
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    Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 3 2 1 Connecting the Power Adapter 1 2 1 2 3 HDMI 3 110v-220v Notebook PC User Manual 11
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    lift up the display panel with your thumb. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness. OFF ON 12
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    2 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts
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    PgUp PgDn End Break Sysrq Insert 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
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    14.0" model 2 OFF ON 3 4 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings to close the camera cover. Slide the switch to the right to open the camera cover. Notebook PC User Manual 15
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    Express Gate User's Manual for details. Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the Power4Gear Hybrid key. The key 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. Applying or
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    once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 8 Instant Keys Instant hands. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system. 10 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its
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    Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 15.6" model 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 WARNING! The bottom of vents. 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
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    14.0" model 1 23 4 5 6 7 Notebook PC User Manual 19
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    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 manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 5 Power Station Connector The power station
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    no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only on the keyboard by accident, preventing the keyboard from damage. Notebook PC User Manual 21
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    Right Side 15.6" model E-SATA E-SATA 11 22 33 44 14.0" model 55 66 77 88 99 1100 1111 HDMI HDMI 1122 44 55 66 77 88 1100 99 1111 22 Notebook PC User Manual
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    wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use. 2 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of
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    support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports modem does not support the voltage used
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    10 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 receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a
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    Left Side 15.6" model 12 3 12 3 14.0" model HDMI 4 5HDMI 6 78 4 5 6 78 12 3 12 3 E-SATA 6 4 9 7 8 10 E-SATA 6 4 10 9 7 8 26 Notebook PC User Manual
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    1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power
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    Output Jack This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for digital audio output. Use this feature to turn the Notebook PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. 9 E-SATA E-SATA Port & USB Combo Port 10 ExpressCard Slot 28 Notebook PC User Manual
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    can conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards as mentioned later in this manual. 3 Smart Card Slot (on selected models) This Notebook PC has a built-in smart card reader that can conveniently read data from and write data to a smart card. 4 Wireless Switch Notebook PC User
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    30 Notebook PC User Manual
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    3 Chapter 3: Getting Started
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    Power The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power -standard AC power cord to a different standard. Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as
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    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 of the Notebook PC. WARNING! THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN
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    cells housed together. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Installing and
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    , has a limit on the number times it can be recharged.The battery pack's useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C (50˚F and 95˚F).You must also take into
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    BIOS version can be seen. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives. Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON.This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem . 36 Notebook PC User Manual
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    message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. To run Window's disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click servicing. Continued use may result in data loss. Notebook PC User
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    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
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    Notebook PC turns OFF when the battery pack is charged. The battery starts charging when the charge remaining in the battery drops below 95%.This prevents the battery from charging frequently. Minimizing the recharge cycles helps prolong battery life. The battery stops charging if the temperature is
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    into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." For other options, such as "Switch will provide a dialog box to allow restart.To restart the system manually, choose Restart. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at
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    Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown your Notebook PC: • Hold the power button over 4 seconds. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your
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    PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system
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    Notebook PC's thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU). • The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe
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    to automatically select the optimal GPU mode depending on the power source. To switch on/off this setting, check or uncheck the box before Automatically select power-saving GPU when on battery and then click OK. The HDMI port only functions in High-performance GPU mode. 44 Notebook PC User Manual
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    on sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Sun Manual 45
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    light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). Crossed Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up the keyboard for cell navigation. (on selected models) 46 Notebook PC User Manual
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    ): Toggles "Life Frame" software power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows "Calculator" application. (on selected models) Notebook PC User Manual
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    small pointer, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. Extended Keyboard (on selected models) An extended keyboard is available on selected models. The extended cells such as those in a spreadsheet or table. 48 Notebook PC User Manual
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    audio track/ movie chapter. CD Skip to Next Track (Fast Forward) During CD play, skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. Notebook PC User Manual 49
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    Switches and Status Indicators Switches Top Side 15.6" model OFF ON 14.0" model OFF ON F1 F2 F3 F4 ESC Tab Caps Lock Shift Ctrl Fn Alt F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Scr Lk 78 Home 9 PgUp Enter 45 6 Shift Alt Ctrl 12 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete 50 Notebook PC User Manual
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    the Express Gate User's Manual for details. Under the Windows OS, this key functions as the Power4Gear Hybrid key. The key 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. Applying or
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    Top 15.6" model OFF ON Tab Side Caps Lock 14.0" model Shift OFF ON Ctrl Fn F1 F2 PgUp Enter 45 6 Shift Alt Ctrl 12 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete OFF ON Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON OFF ON and blinks slowly when the
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    power is less than 10% (without AC power). Off: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC power). Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk.The light flashes proportional to the access time. Bluetooth / Wireless
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    4 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC
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    is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad 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. Pointer Movement Right Click Left
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    pointer around or select onscreen items instead of using a standard mouse. To use the touchpad, lightly press or tap your finger on the touchpad. Moving The Pointer Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the pointer. Slide finger forward Slide finger left
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    your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly,keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is release. Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. Double-clicking/Double-tapping - These actions set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel"Mouse."The following two examples produce
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    Hold left button and slide finger on touchpad. Lightly strike the touchpad twice, sliding finger on touchpad during second strike. Two-finger scrolling down/left/ right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down/left/right. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on
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    Two-finger tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action simulates the click on the scroll wheel of a mouse. Three-finger tapping - Use three fingers to tap the touchpad. This action mimics the right-click function of a mouse. 60 Notebook PC User Manual
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    pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached. This feature is normally OFF, to turn ON this feature: 1. Select the option in Windows Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Notebook PC User Manual 61
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    2. Click ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB mouse plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration. 62 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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 PC User Manual 63
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    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. 64 Notebook PC User Manual
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    deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur. WARNING! To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. Notebook PC User Manual 65
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    Optical Drive (on selected models) Inserting an optical disc 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 sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive's tray. 2 1 66 Notebook PC User Manual
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    is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data is read. Notebook PC User Manual 67
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    the electronic eject. Ensure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area. Actual location will vary by model. 68 Notebook PC User Manual
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    . IMPORTANT! When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc
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    15.6" model Removing the hard disk drives 1 2 Installing the hard disk drives 1 2 70 Notebook PC User Manual
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    14.0" model Removing the hard disk drives 1 2 Installing the hard disk drives 1 2 Notebook PC User Manual 71
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    (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before installing or removing a memory. 72 Notebook PC User Manual
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    15.6" model 14.0" model Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) (This is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 73
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    -in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as 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
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    with RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers 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 to the previous chapter to locate the LAN port. Notebook PC User Manual 75
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    meters between the client and the access point. To provide efficient security to your wireless communication, the optional built-in wireless LAN comes with a 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption without encryption might be visible to others. 76 Notebook PC User Manual
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    created by an Access Point (AP) (sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with 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 77
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    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. Example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack Telephone Wall Jack Telephone connection
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    LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in Windows notification area and select the wireless LAN icon. 3. Click the wireless network icon with an orange star Windows® Notification area. 4. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list
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    may have to enter a password. 6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. 7. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press + to disable the WLAN function. 80 Notebook PC User
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    Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones You can wireless connect to your mobile phone. Depending . Bluetooth-enabled computers or PDAs You can wireless connect to another computer or PDA and Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Chapter 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless
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    Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. 3. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5. Click Add a device to look for new devices. 82 Notebook PC User Manual
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    6. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. 7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 8. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. Notebook PC User Manual 83
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    device on the system board that will hold computer-generated keys for encryption. It is a hardware TPM are internally supported by the following on each individual computer system has a addition layer of security to the computer system. The TPM, when bundled system BIOS, operating system, or any non-
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    startup). Set TPM Support to [Enable] in BIOS setup Advanced > Trusted Computing. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced TPM Configuration TPM Support TPM State [Enable] [Disabled] Enables or Disables TPM support TPM secured data. Notebook PC User Manual 85
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    A Appendix
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    USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is drivers are necessary. USB Floppy Disk Drive An optional USB-interface floppy disk drive can accept a standard 1.44MB (or 720KB) 3.5-inch floppy diskette. WARNING! To prevent system failures, use Windows USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be
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    BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to download individual
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    System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device General Help F9: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 1.28.1119. Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. A-4 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Create New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 4. Leave the Confirm New Password field blank and press [Enter]. 5. Password is then cleared. Notebook PC User Manual A-5
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    If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If you want to restore default settings, choose Restore Defaults. You must F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 1.28.1119. Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc. A-6 Notebook PC User Manual
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    again. 2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Unknown Reason - System Unstable Cannot wake up from the hibernation. 1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN
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    reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem. 3. If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try again. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Battery Battery maintenance. 1. Register
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    location before recovering. C. Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement. D. Battery problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair. Hardware Problem - Wireless Card How to check whether
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    system for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. WARNING! Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual
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    5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system Ensure that you install the "Intel INF Update" and "ATKACPI" drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized. 6. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer
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    Software Problem - BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC's exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC. 3. Use the "Start
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    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. Press [Enter] to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. Select the language you want to recover and
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    %). 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD: 1. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the Window desktop. 2. Insert a blank
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    unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC when performing system recovery. Unstable power supply may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and
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    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 resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. A-16 Notebook PC User Manual
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    US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China Notebook PC User Manual A-17
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. 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
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    with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful help. The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only
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    of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure [EN 60950] • Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b] • Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [
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    directive". CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows
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    Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized 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 Channels 10 Manual A-25
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    Saône 75 Paris 84 Vaucluse 89 Yonne 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) Your WLAN Card transmits less than
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    batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries 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
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    electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm . A-28 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di
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    manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. A-30 Notebook PC User
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    products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled Please visit http://www.energy.gov/ powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please
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    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
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    Spanish Swedish Notebook PC User Manual A-33
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    and health. 4. Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades and longer- time availability of spare parts. 6. Reduced solid waste through takeback policy. For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European
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    life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements. Please refer to http://csr.asus.com batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/
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    ,594; D557,695; D545,803; D542,256; D538,276; D534,889; D518,041; D510,325; D510,324; D509,194; Patents Pending. A-36 Notebook PC User Manual
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    ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL " BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
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    Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify 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 A-38 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Notebook PC User Manual A-39
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    Manufacturer Address, City Country Authorized Representative in Europe Address, City Country ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY A-40 Notebook PC User Manual
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Notebook PC User Manual
May 2010
E5430
15.6” : B53 Series
14.0” : B43 Series