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Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2177 / Jul 2005 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 2
Self Test (POST 26 Battery Care ...26 Checking Battery Power 27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ...28 Special Keyboard Functions 29 Colored Hot Keys 29 Keyboard as Cursors 30 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 30 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 31 Switches and Status Indicators 31 Switches ...31 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 3
34 Support Software 34 Pointing Device ...34 Using the Touchpad 35 Touchpad Usage Illustrations 36 Caring for the Touchpad 37 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA 38 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA 38 Storage Devices ...39 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket 39 Optical Drive ...40 Hard Disk Drive 42 Flash Memory Card - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 6
on using the Notebook PC's components. 5. Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information. Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 7
PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not electrical storm. DO NOT throw batteries in fires as they may explode. Check local codes for special battery disposal instructions. DO NOT expose to extreme - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 8
hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use. Airplane Precautions Contact your - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - 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 the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 12
2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 9 ON OFF 3 4 5 6 8 7 1 Display Panel Tab Lift the display panel tab to open the display panel. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 13
Indicators Status indicator details are described in section 3. 9 Wireless Switch 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 settings are necessary - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 14
2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Some labels identify components inside removable panels. 1 2 3 4 8 5 6 7 6 IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 15
. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. 5 Cooling Fan The cooling fan turns ON or OFF depending on temperature threshold settings. 6 Battery Lock The battery lock is used to - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 16
support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 2 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 17
optical drives. The ASUS 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. 6 Optical Drive Activity Indicator The optical drive - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 18
specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be replaced as a single unit through an authorized vendor. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 19
2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 Display Panel Tab Lift the display panel tab to open the display panel. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 20
the physical dial to make listening to music or watching movies more convenient. Audio volume can also be 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 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 21
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 12Mbits/sec (USB newer monitors acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 22
2 Knowing the Parts 22 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 23
3. Getting Started Power System 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 Switches and Status Indicators 23 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 24
Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages the AC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may damage both your battery pack(s) - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 25
of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 26
to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the 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: (1) right-click any hard disk - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 27
on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel. Move your mouse over the battery icon for remaining power information. To check the remaining battery power, move your cursor over the power icon. The power icon is - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 28
a dialog box to allow restart. To restart the system manually, click Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart. different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by clicking Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 29
(either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep Windows is running. F5 Filled Sun Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness F6 Open Sun Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness F7 LCD activated and not light when the touchpad is disabled. Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 30
that looks like a Windows™ menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing 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 that make number intensive input more - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 31
Status Indicators 3 Getting Started ON OFF Switches Wireless Switch Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screendisplay. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 32
: When turned ON - battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is not connected. 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. Wireless LAN Indicator (on selected models - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 33
4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Modem Connection Network Connection Power Management Modes 33 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 34
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 W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 35
contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. IMPORTANT! Do not use of the touchpad. Moving The Cursor Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and slide in a direction to move the cursor. - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 36
interval between the clicks or taps is 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 button twice and release) 36 Double-Tapping (lightly - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 37
strike) NOTE: A software-controlled scrolling function is 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 the Touchpad The touchpad - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 38
standard accommodates a number 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, Smart Cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 39
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. to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. VOL VOL VOL - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 40
the drive's tray. CD-R 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc's printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc's center until the disc snaps onto the hub. The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted. 4. Slowly push the drive's tray back in - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 41
involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical onto the center hub, the CD can be damaged when the tray is closed. Always watch the CD play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 42
also faster than most other forms 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) Magic Gate (MG) MS (Memory Stick) Select MS (Memory Stick) MMC (Multimedia Card) SD (Secure Digital - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 43
: 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! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the RJ - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 44
category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. 10/100 Mbps Full-Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with "duplex" connecting two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN cable is required. Example of the Notebook PC connected to a - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 45
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 of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The suspend - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 46
though "Power Management" in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) • Any device • Battery low STR ("Stand by") (Suspend-to-RAM) STD ("Hibernate") (Suspend-to-Disk) • Hotkey [Fn][ temperature (not CPU). • The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe upper limit. • - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 47
(STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered. "Hibernate" saves more power - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 48
4 Using the Notebook PC 48 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 49
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 49 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 50
, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X • Dimensions: 16mm x 129mm x 142mm • Weight: 250g • (Specifications may change without notice.) USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB floppy disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 51
802.11g/b wireless standards. Wireless LAN USB Adapter The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-167g) is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards 802.11g 54Mbps and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity. USB Floppy Disk Drive The Notebook - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 52
A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub. 52 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 53
components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer's read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 54
in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that , computers, and business information with a single digital wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 55
Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit number 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 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 56
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), DRAM (Dynamic RAM), EDO DRAM (Extended Data - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 57
of both CD and DVD discs. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 58
successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Overview On terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 59
No Not Applicable No Not Applicable Yes No Yes No Yes No This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 60
. 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 W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 61
in typical portable configurations. In order to comply with SAR limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, it is recommended when using a wireless LAN adapter that the integrated antenna is positioned more than [2.5cm] from your body or nearby persons during extended periods of operation. If - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 62
89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 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.art-telecom.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. 62 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 63
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 use - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 64
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 esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 65
serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service warning label CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. CDRH Regulations The Center laser product installation guide may result in protected by method claims of certain - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 66
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 66 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 67
A Appendix 67 - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 68
for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User's Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Serial Number Display Size Resolution Memory Size Retailer - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 69
FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification or alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing - Asus W6A | W6 User's Manual for English Edition (E2177d) - Page 70
Information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Company address: 15 Li-Te Road, Beitou, Taipei 11259 General (tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Web site address: www.asus.com.tw General (fax): +886-2-2894-7798 General email: [email protected] Technical support General support (tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Online support
E2177 / Jul 2005
Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual