Asus G71Gx-A2 User Manual

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    Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3954/ July 2008
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    Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side 12 Bottom Side 15 Left Side 18 Right Side 20 Rear Side 21 Front Side 23 3. Getting Started Power System 26 Using AC Power 26 Using Battery Power 27 Battery Care 27 Powering ON the Notebook PC 28 The Power-On Self Test
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    Notebook PC Pointing Device 40 Using the Touchpad 40 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 41 Caring for the Touchpad 42 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics 42 Gaming Optical Mouse (on selected models 43 Gaming Laser Mouse (on selected models 45 Storage Devices 48 Expansion Card 48 Optical Drive
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    Contents 
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    1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 
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    started with the Notebook PC. 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you
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    life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing battery. INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC
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    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. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want
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    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 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 1 2 3 1 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC
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    1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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    2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
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    2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5   8 9 10 12
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    with one touch of a button. Details are described in section 3. 6 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 7 Audio
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    2 Knowing the Parts 9 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system. 10 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad
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    The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 1 2 3 4  5 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures
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    controlled. 5 Primary Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure
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    time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 7 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock
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    hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports PDAs. This Notebook PC has a
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    Parts 5 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Note- book PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details
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    on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 345   Combo 1 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones
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    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 audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio
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    Serial-ATA devices originally designed for use inside the computer. It is up to six times faster than pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products
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    2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 34 5 2 1 1 Audio Speaker Indicators (front) The audio speaker indicators light and changes colors with the speaker volume or your customized definitions. See indicator
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    2 Knowing the Parts 24
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    3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is
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    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 outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country. You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapters
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    Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery pack's useful life
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    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 your Notebook PC disk checking program: click Start > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the
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    battery status indicator on the 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
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    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. Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot
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    Notebook 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 current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM
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    /Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. ( will prevent you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. The touchpad
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    display (OSD). Fn+V: Toggles "Life Frame" software application. Power4Gear eXtreme (Fn+Space Bar): This 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 removing the
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    Manual for details. It is normal to see a dim light on this key even when the Notebook PC is powered off. This key may blink but will not function after the Notebook PC saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power
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    (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is connected. OFF
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    easier numeric data input. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). This indicator is OFF when
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    from Windows | Start Programs | ASUS Utility | ASUS Direct Console. Refer to section 4 for details. EXPRESS OFF ON Notebook LEDs EXPRESS OFF ON HDMI E-SATA HDMI E-SATA There are two sets of LEDs for you to create special light effects when using the Notebook PC. You can use the provided
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    convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control key on the Notebook PC. Some control key functions may defer depending on Notebook PC model. Use the [Fn] key in combination with the arrow keys for CD control functions. CD Play/Pause
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk drive Memory (RAM) Connections Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Antenna Connections (on selected
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    the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC's integrated touchpad pointing device 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
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the pointer over an you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the pointer to the desired location, then release the button. Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item
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    is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling (Synaptics) Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached
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    Notebook PC Gaming Optical Mouse (on selected models) The gaming optical mouse is a standard mouse with some added software features for easier controls when playing games. Parts of the mouse (top) 1 (1) In-game to release zoom. (Not all applications support zooming.) (3) In-game dpi Decrease
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Gaming Optical Mouse (on selected models) Cont. In-play sensitivity switching The mouse has out-of-box access to three levels of tracking sensitivity - 1600dpi, 800dpi,
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Gaming Laser Mouse (on selected models) The gaming laser mouse is a standard mouse with some added software features for easier controls when playing games. Default mouse button assignments A Mouse button 1 - Left click B Mouse button 2 - Right click C Mouse button 3 -
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    Laser Mouse (on selected models) Cont. Using the gaming mouse To configure the gaming mouse settings 1. Connect the gaming mouse to your Notebook PC. 2. Double-click the Razer icon in the Notification area and the control panel appears. 3. The control panel illustrates the functions of each
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Gaming Laser Mouse (on selected models) Cont. Loading and Saving Configurations To load or save the configuration 1. Click CONFIG | SAVE / LOAD SETTINGS. 2. In the ADVANCED CONFIG
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    Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • Expansion Card • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive Expansion Card One 26pin Express card slot is available to support Usually connectors Card" instructions below. can only be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted.
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    optical disc 4 Using the Notebook PC 2 1 1. While the Notebook PC's power is ON, press the drive's eject button and the tray will eject out partially. 2. Gently pull on the drive's front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make
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    important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a CD-RW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive can allow CD-RW discs to be used like a hard drive
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    utilizes the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may change without warning. Flash Memory Card Examples SD / MMC MS
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    optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center
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    Installing the hard disk drive: 1 4 Using the Notebook PC 2 Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion
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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 autocrossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.) Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for
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    the 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
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). 2. Press [FN F2] repeatedly
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    of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. If your Notebook PC did not come with built-in may also use it for SMS messaging. Bluetooth-enabled computers or PDAs You can wireless connect to another computer or PDA and exchange files, share peripherals, or
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    -mounted aerial antenna, or indoor "rabbit ears" to the cable adapter. Cable service connection can receive analog TV depending on paid services. The provided adapter is necessary to change the coaxial plug to fit the slim Notebook PC. Attach an NTSC to PAL adapter if necessary. Use an NTSC to PAL
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    /pause audio or video Fast forward / Goes to next Stops playing or recording Skip/Goes to next DVD menu View television program guide Starts or stops recording This remote controller can be stored in the Notebook PC's ExpressCard slot when not in use. This side inserts first when storing in the
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Direct Console 2.0 The Direct Console 2.0 offers a convenient interface for users . The Turbo and Turbo Extreme mode require more power than Normal mode. Clear the Enable in battery mode check box if you do not want to use these two modes without attaching the power adapter
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    the preset LED configurations. Advance Click Advance, and then click the gear button to do the advanced configurations. There are two sets of Notebook PC LEDs in different locations. Click the LED buttons on the top to set up the LED activated event and customize the Lighting behavior respectively
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Message Click the gear button in the Message area Console 2.0, it automatically adds into the Windows Live Messenger. However, the Windows Live Messenger requires users to manually turn on the selected Add-in. Refer to the following steps to turn on the Direct Console 2.0 as
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    4 Using the Notebook PC 4. Click your account name box and click Turn on "Direct Console." 5. You will see Direct Console under your account name box if it is properly turned on. 63
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    Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not
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    -interface floppy disk drive can accept a standard 1.44MB (or 720KB) 3.5-inch floppy diskette. WARNING! To prevent system failures, use Windows "Safely Remove Hardware" on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent
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    external USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC's built-in keyboard and touchpad. A Appendix Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB
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    Control Panel. OFF ON ESET R 3c. If launched from the Control Panel, click Add from this screen. A-4 4. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse. • Install two "AA" batteries. • Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. The bottom sensor should glow red. • Push the "RESET" button on the bottom of
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    complete. 10. You will see your device in the window. You can also add or remove Bluetooth devices here. "RESET" may be necessary after changing batteries. Repeat steps if necessary. A-5
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    be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc 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
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    System BIOS Settings Boot Device A Appendix 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. 2. Select each item and press [Enter] to select a device. Security Setting 1. On the
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    Level Select whether to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup). Select the level of access to allow the "User Password" to have in the BIOS setup utility. Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes
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    BIOS or use the hard disk in other computers, otherwise the hard disk drive will not function normally. The recovery partition will be deleted after you create a RAID set. You can only install the system OS with the recovery DVD or a retail OS disc. Only models with two hard disk drives may support
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    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 the Notebook PC
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    .) A Appendix Hardware Problem - Power ON/OFF Error I cannot power ON the Notebook PC. Diagnostics: 1. Power On by Battery only? (Y = 2, N = 4) 2. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = yourself from viruses.) Service - Specification, function, price How to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with
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    for viruses. 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5. If problem still cannot be
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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. 2. Use the "WINFLASH" utility to update your BIOS. The utility can be found in your Driver & Utility CD that came with your Notebook PC
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    or Yahoo messenger services. Make sure NIS has been updated and also update the Windows system by using "Windows Update". If the problem still exist, try auto scan functions in system bootup. You can then scan virus manually when your computer is not in use. 8. Cannot uninstall NIS. Go to Control
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    Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) A Appendix 9. Windows Firewall must be stopped before control panels. Click on the Security Center icon. 3. Click on the Windows Firewall icon beneath the status updates. 4. Click Off and then click OK. 10. Why is the "Privacy Control" icon showing 'x'? Turn
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    as drive "C". Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition. This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions "C" (60%) and "D" (40%). 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. Please visit www.asus.com for updated drivers and
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    (60%) and "D" (40%). 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. WARNING: Do not remove the Recovery disc (unless instructed to do so) during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Please visit www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-17
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    as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer's read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM. Bit (Binary Digit
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    driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem. DVD DVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. With these capacities and access rates
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    manufacturers. POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. RAM (Random
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    remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the function keys. The time-out setting of both Hard Disk and Video can be set by the BIOS Setup. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF. System Disk A system
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    viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions at the expense of the user. Region Definitions Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland
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    Appendix The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which
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    copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. 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
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    , including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions in the user's manual. This equipment is for operation Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301] • Testing according to [489-17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test
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    A Appendix Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency
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    connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce
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    by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Hg IMPORTANT! Depending on model, components used in the Notebook PC
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    drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user's manual drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service laser product installation guide may result in
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    A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish A-31
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    This page is provided for 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
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    of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Service and Support
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Hardware User’s Manual
E3954/ July 2008