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- Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 1
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2334 / Nov 2005 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 2
essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 3
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 engineering or disassembly is prohibited. - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 4
Safety Statements Safety Statements 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. - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 5
rub or scrap the 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 packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 6
Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 6 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 7
due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Notebook PC Optical Drive Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 8
25 Battery Care ...25 Operating Systems 25 Support Software 25 Power Connection ...26 Powering ON The Notebook PC 27 The Power-On Self Test (POST 27 Power Management 28 Restarting or Rebooting 29 Powering OFF the Notebook PC 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Colored Hot Keys 31 Microsoft Windows - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 9
System 52 Battery Power System 52 Using Battery Power 53 Power Management Modes 54 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 54 ACPI ...54 Suspend Mode ...54 Power Savings ...54 Power State Summary 55 Appendix ...57 Optional Accessories 58 Optional Connections 61 DVD-ROM Drive Information 63 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 10
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Preparing your Notebook PC 11 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 12
Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < [ ] > or - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 13
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 3 2 1 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC This Notebook PC - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 14
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 14 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 15
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 15 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 16
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Display Panel Tab Stereo Speaker Status Indicators Touchpad Buttons Display Panel (Clean with soft - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 17
2 Knowing the Parts Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 18
the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Battery Lock Battery Battery Lock Mini-PCI Compartment CPU & Memory Compartment Shutdown Button Name Card Holder Hard Drive - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 19
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. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authorized service centers - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 20
card. 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 details - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 21
port is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports an RJ-45 Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without a dongle. Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 22
the Notebook PC. Battery Pack Battery Pack The battery pack is actually combined with the Notebook PC's surface in order to reduce thickness. When the battery is released, the surface and battery pack will be seen as a single unit. The battery pack cannot be further disassembled and must be replaced - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 23
3. Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Power Management Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Using the Keyboard Buttons and Status Indicators 23 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 24
locks will automatically lock . To remove the battery pack: 1. Slide both battery releases to unlock . 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 for use with this model - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 25
BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support CD is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to download individual - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 26
smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter. NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 27
. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. NOTE: 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. The Power - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 28
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 data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 29
system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart. To restart the system manually: Click the Start button and select Shut Down | and choose Restart. In case the operating system hangs (stops, freezes, crashes), try a "warm boot - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 30
be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (or Shut down). For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, Windows NT), you must power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds (as opposed to 1 second to power ON) after closing applications and exiting - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 31
series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Down - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 32
right mouse button on a Windows™ object. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys If an external key- board is connected, pressing the on the external keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both keyboards simultaneously. To disable the - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 33
3 Getting Started Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while left, and [Shift][O] for right. NOTE: The arrow symbols are illustrated here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here. 33 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 34
AC High Performance AC/DC Game Performance AC/DC DVD Movie Performance DC Email/Office Performance DC Presentation Audio Listening Battery-Saving Performance Performance Performance DC DC DC Bluetooth Key Pressing this button will enable or disable the Notebook PC's built-in Bluetooth - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 35
Started Status Indicators (above keyboard) Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or . Scroll lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as direction keys in order to allow easier navigation when only a part of the keyboard is required, such as for playing - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 36
is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator will light to show the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging Off: The - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 37
is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator will light to show the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging Off: The - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 38
3 Getting Started 38 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 39
4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices PC card or ExpressCard (depending on model) Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication Power System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes 39 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 40
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 scroll a window up or down. Slide finger forward - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 41
Touchpad Usage Illustrations 4 Using the Notebook PC Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item 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 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 42
4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it available after setting up 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 tapping. Caring for - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 43
(depending on model) • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive PC Card (PCMCIA) The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, Smart Cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 44
, 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 cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Usually connectors can - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 45
Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 4 Using the Notebook PC 3 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 the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 46
safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD. Listening to Audio CD The optical drives can play audio CDs, but only the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 47
such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can read the of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. Supported Memory Types MS adapter MS (Memory Stick) Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG MS (Memory Stick - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 48
capacities up to 80GB. Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for upgrades. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 49
phone systems that may not be compatible). RJ-45 network cables are found connecting network computers to network hubs or switches usually found in business environments. NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Modem and/or network can be installed as a PC card - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 50
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 V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 51
-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers together without a hub in between, auto-crossover is supported on this Notebook PC so a crossover LAN cable is not required. This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 52
PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together. The AC Adapter's primary function is to provide - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 53
battery warning, eventually the Notebook PC enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery battery depletion or no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and battery pack). WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 54
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 clock is stopped and most - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 55
4 Using the Notebook PC Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT "Stand by" • "Stand by" through Windows Start button, • Timer as set though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Any device • Battery low STR ("Stand by") (Suspend-to-RAM) STD ("Hibernate") ( - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 56
4 Using the Notebook PC 56 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 57
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Notebook PC Information 57 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 58
USB 2.0 • Data buffer: 2MB (write), 512KB (read) • Disc sizes: 12cm and 8cm • DVD (read): 8X max • CD (read): 24X max • CD-R (write): 24X, 20X, 16X, 8X, 4X • CD-RW (write): 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g Specifications may change without notice. 58 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 59
These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Cardbus 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 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 60
the USB floppy disk drive. 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 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 61
from third-parties. Monitor Out Connection 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 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 62
any USB port or USB hub. Securing Your Notebook PC For system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup "Security". A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps around an object and the "T" shaped end - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 63
DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM 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 allows the use of both CD and DVD - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 64
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 V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 65
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 V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 66
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 V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 67
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 without interrupting the CPU. Bus master IDE driver and bus master IDE hard disk drives are required to support bus master IDE mode - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 68
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 the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 69
optical drives. CLASS 2 AND CLASS 3A: Class 2 and Class 3A lasers emit visible, continuous-wave (CW) optical Local Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 70
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), DRAM (Dynamic RAM), EDO DRAM (Extended Data Output DRAM), SDRAM - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 71
A Appendix 71 - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 72
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 Purchase Date Hard Drive Manufacturer Capacity Optical Drive Manufacturer Type BIOS - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 73
BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE - Asus V6J | V6 Hardware User's Manual for English Edition (E2334) - Page 74
) Company address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA General (fax): +1-510-608-4555 Web site address: usa.asus.com Technical support General support (tel): +1-502-995-0883 Notebook (tel): +1-510-739-3777 x5110 Online support: http://support.asus.com Support (fax): +1-502-933-8713
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