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- Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 1
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2050 / Jun 2005 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 2
Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC 5 About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts 11 Top Side ...12 Bottom Side ...14 Left Side ...16 Right Side ...18 Rear Side ...19 Front Side ...20 3. Getting Started 21 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 3
Using the Notebook PC 33 Models with Sonoma chipset 34 Operating System ...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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 5
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 6
the Notebook PC. User's Manual 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 7
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the ASUS 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 use - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 8
position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Cover Your Notebook PC Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Notebook PC to protect it from plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 9
1 Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing 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 -1 -2 2 -1 1 -2 3 1 2 3. Open the - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 12
soft cloth without chemical liquids to clean. Use plain water if necessary.) Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad buttons Status Indicators (see section 3) Air 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 13
and recovering from STD. Push the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 14
bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be upgraded. Visit an authorized service - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 15
service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC manual. Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 16
plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. Audio Input Jack (Audio In) The stereo input jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect a stereo audio source to the Notebook PC. This feature is used mainly - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 17
equipment and should be marked "DV" for Digital Video port. 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 18
Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC's optical drive may support compact discs (CD any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows™ "My Computer." The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 19
Port The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PC's display to a television or video projection device. You can choose between single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot- - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 20
Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch Status Indicators (see section 3) 20 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 21
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 21 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 22
universal outlets to support different power cords 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 PC - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 23
not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures to install the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. To install the battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack as shown - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 24
Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive -click any hard disk drive icon in "My Computer", (2) choose Properties, (3) click the Tools tab - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 25
the battery once a day every day will last over a year but how long beyond that will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 29˚C (50˚F and 85˚F). You must also take into - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 26
dialog box to allow restart. To restart the system manually, click Windows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart. (Screens are different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by clicking Windows Start button and select Shut Down - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 27
Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing the icons instead of the function keys. "Zz" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 28
simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping 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 Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 29
Gear Key The Power4 Gear button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time during various events. When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear will switch between three - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 30
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 number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 31
is an LED that shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: When turned ON or OFF - The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is connected. Off: The Notebook PC's battery is charged or completely drained. Blinking: When turned ON - battery power is less than 10% and the AC power - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 32
3 Getting Started 32 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - 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 System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes 33 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 34
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 35
Pointing Device The 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 is still required for - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 36
4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 37
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 cursor over the item - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 38
the following storage devices: • PC card • Optical drive • Hard disk drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansion like PCI cards on desktop computers. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 39
the Notebook PC Be sure the PC card is level when inserting. 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 40
Drive Inserting an optical disc 2 1 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 41
and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics 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 CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 42
drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. Most Notebook PC models service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 43
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 44
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" enabled. The two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN cable is required. This is an example of the Notebook PC connected - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 45
system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the [Fn][F1] keys. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF. Recover from STR by pressing any keyboard button (except Fn). Recover from STD by using the - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 46
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 turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 47
" 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 components. When you resume your work, your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 48
4 Using the Notebook PC 48 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 49
Appendix Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 49 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 50
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 51
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 Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 52
components of a computer system, including peripherals supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 53
must be used on Notebook PCs with two sockets. POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer, it will first 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 54
manually using the [Fn][F1] keys. The Power LED blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF. Recover from STR by pressing any keyboard . If connecting two computers together without a hub play computer peripherals such as keyboard, - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 55
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 discs. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 56
Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model 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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 57
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 58
. 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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 59
void the users authority to operate the equipment. Installation and use of this wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 60
A Appendix Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 61
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 62
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 Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 63
this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user's manual. WARNING than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 64
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 64 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 65
A Appendix 65 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 66
This page is provided 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 - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 67
, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND 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 will - Asus Z91ER | Z91ER Hardware English Edition User's Manual - Page 68
(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 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria) Company address: Harkort Str. 25
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