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E5812 Notebook PC User Manual July 2010 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 2
Safety Precautions 3 Preparing your Notebook PC 7 Using the Touchpad 9 Knowing the Parts 11 Right Side...11 Left Side ...14 Rear Side...16 Front Side...16 Bottom Side...17 Recovering Your Notebook PC 21 Using Recovery Partition 21 Using Recovery DVD (on selected models 22 Declarations - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 3
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 using a clean cellulose sponge or - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 4
bottom of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating. DO NOT use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Incorrect installation of battery may cause - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 5
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 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 6
Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for -held devices used on people or individual items). You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 7
Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 1 3 2 Connecting the Power Adapter 110V-220V 3 HDMI 2 1 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 8
1. Carefully 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 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 9
Using the Touchpad A B Right button Left button C D Right button Left button Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 10
right side to scroll up or down a window. Slide your finger left or right on the bottom side to scroll left or right a window. D. Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out. This is convenient when viewing photos or reading documents. 10 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 11
the Parts Right Side HDMI 1 23 4 5 6 1 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in highspeed memory card reader - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 12
the computer. 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). Supports - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 13
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 adapter. The adapter may - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 14
the computer. 3 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 15
Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows Computer and selecting Eject. 5 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 16
power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.The battery that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 17
The battery pack size varies depending on model. 1 2 3 1 2 7 6 5 4 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Notebook PC User Manual 17 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 18
PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 19
CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is 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 purchase expansion modules - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 20
upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 7 Shutdown Button button can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC. All models have a shutdown button - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 21
system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory. IMPORTANT! DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 22
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 writable DVD into - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 23
recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Unstable power supply may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 24
Rules Part , pursuant to Part 15 of the installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to that only the supplied power cord be used. - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 25
Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: . End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301 489-17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 26
specific operating instructions service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. 26 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 27
public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5-2483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted. In 26 Drôme 37 Indre et Loire 50 Manche 59 Nord Notebook PC User Manual 27 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 28
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. the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. 28 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 29
to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Notebook PC User Manual 29 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 30
du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) 30 Notebook PC User Manual - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 31
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Notebook V1.4.1(2007-11) EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2(2008-04) EN 301 489 -1:2001+A11:2004 EN60065:2002+A1:2006 EN 60950-1:2006 EN 60950 Notebook PC User Manual 31 - Asus G73SW-A1 | User Manual - Page 32
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Notebook PC User Manual
July 2010
E5812