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- Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 1
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E1916 / Jan 2005 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 2
The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Powering OFF the Notebook PC 28 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Special Keyboard Functions 29 Colored Hot Keys 29 Keyboard as Cursors 30 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 30 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 31 Instant Launch Keys and - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 3
Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC 35 Operating System ...36 Support Software 36 Pointing Device ...36 Using the Touchpad 37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 38 Caring for the Touchpad 39 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA 40 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA 40 Storage Devices ...41 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket 41 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 6
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 or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < [ ] > or [ ] and the - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 7
PC Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 8
keyboard and display panel. Cover Your Notebook PC Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Notebook PC Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC. Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 9
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 3. Open the Display Panel 3 1 2 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC 1 2 2 (1) Slide the display release - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 12
water if necessary.) Stereo Speakers Power Switch / Instant Keys Keyboard Touchpad Status Indicators (see section 3) Display Panel Latch A spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the display panel - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 13
used applications with one push of a button. Details provided later in this manual. 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 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 14
Left) Hard Disk Drive Compartment Shutdown Button Air Vents -1 Battery Lock Air Vents Battery Pack Stereo Speaker (Right) Name Card Holder Device Module Device Module Lock Cooling Fan Memory Compartment CPU Compartment IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 15
by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be replaced as a single unit through an authorized vendor. Stereo Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 16
4 of this manual. PC Card Slot One PCMCIA 2.1 compliant PC Card socket is available to support one type I/II PC card. The socket supports 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, Smart Cards, and wireless network adapters. 16 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 17
PC into a hi-fi home entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack (Phone Output) The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. CD Player Power Switch While - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 18
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. Parallel Port The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports native parallel devices such as laser/inkjet - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 19
peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 20
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 details on each model. Electronic Eject, Emergency - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 21
A spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the display attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 22
2 Knowing the Parts 22 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 23
3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Instant Keys and Status Indicators 23 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 24
universal outlets to support different power cords compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC 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. NOTE: This Notebook - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 25
as shown. 2. A spring lock will secure the battery pack. To remove the battery pack: 1. Slide the spring lock to unlock and hold. 2. Remove the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 26
screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be correct when you receive the Notebook 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 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 27
3 Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge percentage left in the battery. A fullycharged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 28
restart. To restart the system manually, click Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart. Powering OFF the Notebook PC (Screens are different depending on security settings.) In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by clicking Windows Start button and select Shut Down - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 29
on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON and OFF. When enabled, the wireless LAN LED will light. Windows - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 30
the right mouse button on a Windows™ object. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and con- sists of 15 keys the keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 31
Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth function. A status indicator will light to show when Bluetooth is enabled. Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running. Wireless switch between seven modes in the battery (DC) mode segment. When you - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 32
3 Getting Started Status Indicators (above keyboard) 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. Number Lock Indicates that - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 33
ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging Off: The Notebook PC's battery is charged or completely drained Bluetooth Indicator The Bluetooth indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth function is activated through the Bluetooth instant key. Wireless LAN Indicator (Optional - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 34
is not turned ON. The following defines the meaning of each CD control button and indicator on the front of the Notebook PC. CD Skip to Previous Track (Rewind) & Audio Volume Down During CD play, this button has two functions: Track: The first push will restart the - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 35
4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Hard Disk Drive Modem Connection Network Connection Power System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes 35 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 36
and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support CD 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 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 37
driver is still required for working with some application software. IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad's surface. 4 Using the Notebook items displayed on the screen with the use window up or down. Slide - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 38
4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over too long, the operation will not be executed. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel "Mouse." The following 2 examples produce the same results. Double-Clicking (press the left - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 39
4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Basic functions can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to allow comfortable clicking and - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 40
function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, Smart Cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and 32-bit CardBus standards. The three - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 41
level when inserting. 2 1. If there is a PC Card socket protector, remove it using the "Removing a PC Card" instructions below. 2. Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label side up. Standard PC cards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted. 3. Carefully connect any - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 42
PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 3 RECORDER 1 2 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 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 43
involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending on the DVD - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 44
, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can read the following flash memory cards: Secure Digital (SD), Multi-Media Card (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Select (MS Select), Memory Stick Duo (with MS adapter), Memory Stick Pro, and Memory Stick Pro Duo (with - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 45
end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. NOTE: 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. WARNING - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 46
Mbps Full-Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with "duplex" enabled. The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user-intervention is required. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 47
PCs. NOTE: APM was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98. Because newer operating systems like Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on this Notebook PC. Suspend Mode In "Stand by" (STR) and "Hibernation" (STD), the CPU - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 48
button • Any key • Power button • Battery Extremely Low Soft OFF • Power button (can be defined as STR or STD) • Power button • "Shut down" through Windows Start button Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC's thermal state. These power control - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 49
control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows. You can define "Stand By" or "Shut down" for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. "Stand by" and "Hibernate" saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 50
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Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections DVD-ROM Drive Information Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 51 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 52
Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase 4X • CD-RW (write): 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g • (Specifications may change without notice.) 52 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 53
, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Card or USB Adapter The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIA Type II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. 802.11g 54Mbps The - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 54
. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 55
Attaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is just like that of a standard desktop PC (some configurations may require additional display driver settings. You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. For large audiences, try you can connect - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 56
. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub. Securing Your Notebook PC For system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS RECORDER setup "Security". A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Note- book - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 57
your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs. staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below. Copyright - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 58
Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 59
National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 60
A Appendix Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AWG (American Wire Gauge) Gauge AWG 46 44 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 61
to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When the manual instructs you to "boot" your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer. "Reboot" means to restart your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting "Restart" from "Start | Shut Down..." will - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 62
even video game cartridges. DVD has widespread support from all major electronics companies, all major computer hardware companies, and most major movie and music studios. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system to communicate - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 63
of function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and 32-bit CardBus standards. The three different - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 64
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 Access Memory) There are several different types of RAM such as DDR (Double Dynamic RAM - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 65
. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 66
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 the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 67
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 herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Macrovision - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 68
Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) 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 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 69
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 69 - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 70
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 Memory Size Retailer Location - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 71
ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service to infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible - Asus M6Va | M6 English Hardware User''''s manual (E1916) - Page 72
510-608-4555 Web Site Address: usa.asus.com General Email: [email protected] Technical Support General Support: +1-502-995-0883 Support Email: [email protected] Notebook (Tel): +1-510-739-3777 x5110 Support Fax: +1-502-933-8713 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria) Company Address: Harkort
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