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    E6366 Notebook PC User Manual April 2011
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    POST 30 Checking Battery Power 32 Charging the Battery Pack 33 Power Options 34 Power Management Modes 36 Sleep and Hibernate 36 Thermal Power Control 38 Special Keyboard Functions 39 Colored Hot Keys 39 Microsoft Windows Keys 41 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models 44 Switches and
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    Touchpad Disabling 55 Storage Devices 57 Optical Drive (on selected models 57 Flash Memory Card Reader 61 Hard Disk Drive 62 Memory (RAM 68 Connections...70 Network Connection 70 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 72 Windows Wireless Network Connection 74 Bluetooth Wireless
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    Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-34 Optical Drive Safety Information A-35 Laser Safety Information A-35 Service warning label A-35 CDRH 40 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-40 Copyright Information A-41 Limitation of Liability A-42 Service and Support A-42  Notebook PC User Manual
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    1 Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC
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    system and applications differ by models and territories. There 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
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    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 chamois cloth dampened with
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    air circulation such as a carrying bag. INPUT RATING: Refer to peripherals. Incorrect installation of battery may cause explosion parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery
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    or loss. Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to Fan warning Please note that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to keep your body from the moving fan hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk
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    bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery to charge the battery pack when the devices: X-ray machines ( through airport X-ray machines. However,
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    Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack 1 Connecting the Power Adapter HDMI 2 1 3 110V-220V Notebook PC User Manual 11
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    release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness. 12 Notebook PC User Manual
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    2 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts
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    Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 1 2 3 4 5 ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 Tab F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Alt Shift Alt Ctrl Home PgUp PgDn End NumLK 7 8 Home 4 5 9 PgUp 6 1 2 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete 6 7 8 9 10 14 Notebook PC User Manual
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    models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the 3D glasses when you play a 3D video game or watch 3D movies. 2 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. 6 Power Switch The Manual 15
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    one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. 8 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys . A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation
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    Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 1 2 43 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. . DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Notebook PC User
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    memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive
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    read from and write to many flash memory cards. 2 USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series
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    devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 5 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network
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    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 become warm to hot when in use. Ensure not to
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    compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives.The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact
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    model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is being transferred by the optical disk drive. This indicator will light in proportion to the data size transferred. 5 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive . Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone.
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    Side 1 1 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. 24 Notebook PC User Manual
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    3 Chapter 3: Getting Started
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    parts, the power adapter and the battery 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. HDMI 2 1 3 110V-220V The actual location of the power input differs by models
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    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 with a faulty AC-DC adapter. This when the Notebook PC is not in use. Notebook PC User Manual 27
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    by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased 2separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 1 Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not
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    safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the 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 29
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    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 with the display. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least
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    message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program. To run Window's disk checking program: click Windows > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose
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    size of the display panel. Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not reflect what you see in your system. You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Right
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    battery voltage is too high. WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged.The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, it 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
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    modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." For other options, such as "Switch User, installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart.To restart the system manually, choose Restart. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive,
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    . 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 35
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    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. . Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. In Power Options, Manual
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    [Fn F1] to activate this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically
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    control methods for controlling the 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 . 38 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Save-to-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screen-display. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software
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    pointer while typing and is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled). Crossed Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles
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    will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode.You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the
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    the number lock LED lights up. If an external keyboard is connected, pressing the [Ins/Num LK] on the external keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both keyboards simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while down, [Shift][U] for left, and [Shift][O] for right. 42 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Extended Keyboard (on selected models) An extended keyboard is available on selected models. The extended keyboard has a dedicated numeric keypad for easy number entry. Use [Num Lk / Scr table. NumLK 7 8 Home 4 5 9 PgUp 6 1 2 End 3 PgDn Enter 0 Insert Delete Notebook PC User Manual 43
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    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/ CD play, skips to the next audio track/movie chapter. 44 Notebook PC User Manual
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    game or watching a 3D movie. Splendid Key (on non-3D models) Toggles "Splendid Video Intelligent Technology" function ON and OFF. This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in order to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue
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    Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-toRAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color
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    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 Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN. This
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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 pointer button and release. Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. Double-clicking/Double-tapping the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel"Mouse."The following two examples produce the
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    touchpad. Lightly strike the touchpad twice, sliding finger on touchpad during touchpad to scroll a window up/down/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
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    documents. Zooming in Zooming out Two-finger rotating - Fix one fingertip on the touchpad and make an arc with the other to rotate the photo or the document needs. Two-finger tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action simulates the click on the scroll wheel of a mouse. Three-finger
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    .There 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 Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached. This
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    2. Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration. 56 Notebook PC User Manual
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    the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. 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 the
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    the hub. The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted. 4. Slowly push the drive's tray back in. The drive will begin reading the table of contents (TOC) on the disc.When the drive stops, the disc is ready to be used. It is normal to hear as well as feel
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    an angle to remove the disc from the hub. Emergency eject The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. Ensure
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    inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a CDRW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive can allow CD-RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities. Vibration is
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    of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal highbandwidth 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. HDMI
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    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 or retailer for
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    Removing the primary hard disk drive 1 2 Notebook PC User Manual 63
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    Installing the primary hard disk drive 2 1 64 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Installing the secondary hard disk drive 1 2 2 1 Notebook PC User Manual 65
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    3 2 1 Find and connect the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive in the package before installing the secondary hard disk. 66 Notebook PC User Manual
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    Removing the secondary hard disk drive 1 2 3 1 2 Keep and store the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive for future hardware upgrade. Notebook PC User Manual 67
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    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 modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability
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    1 2 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 33 (This is only an example.) (This is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual 69
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    network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card. Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching
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    Ethernet card model). (Gigabit models support auto-crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.) Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller. HDMI Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ-45 connectors Notebook PC User Manual
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    (on selected models) The optional adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations for , DO NOT connect to the unsecured network; otherwise, the information transmission without encryption might be visible to
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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 73
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    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 until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in Windows PC User Manual
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    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. Notebook PC User Manual 75
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    or share Internet or network connections. You may also make use of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices. 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section
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    in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. 3. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. 4. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 5. Click
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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. 78 Notebook PC User Manual
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    A Appendix
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    Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no drivers are necessary. USB Floppy Disk Drive An optional USB-interface floppy disk drive
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    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 software drivers and utilities. The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including
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    Boot Configuration UEFI Boot PXE ROM [Disabled] [Disabled] Enables/Disables UEFI boot from disks. Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 [P0: Hitachi HTS545...] [P1: Hitachi HTS545...] Hard Drive BBS Priorities CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Delete Boot Option : Select Screen
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    Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. M��a��in����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: BIOS or OS). The Administrator Password is only asked when
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    Security LAN Network Interface Wireless Network Interface HD AUDIO Interface SATA 2nd HDD Interface SATA ODD Interface USB Interface Security [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface Unlock Lock If Locked, 2nd SATA HDD will be disabled. : Select Screen : Select Item
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    Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. � � � Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [Unlock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled. External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader Unlock Lock [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] [Unlock] USB Interface : Select Screen
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    Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. �M�a��in����A�d��v�a�n�c�e�d����B�o��o�t Security Save & Exit Password Description Set the system boot Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED : Select Screen : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1
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    you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override P0: ST9500420AS P1: HL-DT-STBDDVDRW CA21N Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device : Select Screen : Select Item Enter
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    recovering. 4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is disabled. A. Reinstall the "ATK0100" driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website. A-10 Notebook PC User Manual
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    -in camera does not work correctly. 1. Check "Device Manager" to see if there are any problems. 2. Try 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
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    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 a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card? A. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager
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    with your system.Try to un-install them in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Check your 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
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    and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses. 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 for assistance. A-14 Notebook PC User
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    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 Easy Flash
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    of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory. IMPORTANT! DO NOT delete the
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    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) Lock the secondary hard disk drive: For models installed two hard disk drives, you have to lock the secondary hard disk drive
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    blank writable DVDs as instructed to create the Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Notebook PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect
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    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. 6. Follow the previous section to unlock the secondary hard disk drive. The secondary hard disk drive is only available on selected
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    drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive . Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting
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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-21
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    Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries
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    ) for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling
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    networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical is desired to use the equipment on another network." Up to now the Notified Body of of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in
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    No No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No Notebook PC User Manual A-25
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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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    the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions User Manual A-27
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    Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993 the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA." This equipment complies follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301 489-17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article
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    LAN/ Bluetooth This 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. Notebook PC User Manual
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    58 Nièvre 03 Allier 09 Ariège 16 Charente 26 Drôme 37 Indre et Loire 50 Manche 59 Nord A-30 Notebook PC User Manual
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    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.arcep.fr) Your WLAN
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    network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed 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
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    , Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable - installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notebook PC User Manual A-33
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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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    attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service warning label Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may
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    damage or loss. Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center position may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. DC Fan warning Please notice that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Notebook PC User Manual A-37
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    Spanish Swedish A-38 Notebook PC User Manual
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    upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the
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    Swiss Energy Laws ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries
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    Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
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    , OR INDIRECT 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 A-42 Notebook PC User Manual
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Notebook PC User Manual
April 2011
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