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- Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 1
Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E2378 / Mar 2006 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 2
ON the Notebook PC 26 The Power-On Self Test (POST 26 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Checking Battery Power 27 Battery Care ...27 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Powering OFF ...28 Special Keyboard Functions 29 Colored Hot Keys 29 Microsoft Windows Keys 31 Keyboard as a Numeric - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 3
LAN Connection (on selected models 46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 47 Power Management Modes 48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance 48 ACPI ...48 Suspend Mode ...48 Power Savings ...48 Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Appendix - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 4
Contents 4 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 5
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 6
User's 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 PC's Text enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < [ ] > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. 6 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 8
panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel. Cover Your Notebook PC CAUTION: The Notebook PC's charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 9
the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC PUSH PUSH IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Press the power button and release. (In Windows XP, this button can also be used to - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 10
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 11
2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC 11 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 3 9 4 5 8 6 7 12 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 13
Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 4 Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. 5 Keyboard The - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 14
normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. 14 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 15
or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 16
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 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, - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 17
Parts 6 IEEE1394 Port IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hotplugging capabilities like USB the Notebook PC's audio out support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 18
Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 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 to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 19
stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled. 2 Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to open the display panel. WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 20
ASUS Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 21
2 Knowing the Parts 6 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for not 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 22
2 Knowing the Parts 22 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 Switches and Status Indicators 23 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 25
Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PC's battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery pack's useful life - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 26
the Power-On Self Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC's hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. This record is created by using the - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 left in the battery. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 28
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 and then - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 29
keys on the Notebook PC's keyboard. The colored ): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-toDisk Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Hard drive "Zz" Icon (F4): Places the Notebook PC's hard disk drive in suspend mode to save battery - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 30
the 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 that keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 31
modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. When you are Battery (DC) Mode Bluetooth Key This button is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Press once to enable and once to disable the BT function. (Windows - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 32
a,b,c). InstantON mode: InstantON Indicator Indicates when the Notebook PC is in InstantON mode. Windows Operating System: Number Lock Indicator Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 33
that shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC's battery is charging when AC power is connected. Off: The Notebook PC's battery is charged or completely drained. Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is not connected. Bluetooth Indicator This is only - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 34
3 Getting Started 34 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 35
4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection Bluetooth Wireless Connection Power Management Modes 35 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 36
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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 37
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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 39
4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 40
, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • ExpressCard • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive ExpressCard One 26pin Express card socket is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 41
Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 42
decrease vibration, use the 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™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 43
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 drive - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 44
upgrade. After purchase, modem and/or network can be installed as a PC card (PCMCIA). Modem Connection The telephone wire used to connect the Notebook ). 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 45
a crossover LAN cable is required (Fast-Ethernet model). (Gigabit models support auto-crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.) Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller. Network Hub or Switch LAN connector is the larger of - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 46
optional built-in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing -Fi Protected Access (WPA) features. Ad-hoc mode The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 47
wireless keyboard or mouse. Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices You first need to pair your Notebook PC with a Bluetooth-enabled device before you can connect to it. Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled device is turned ON and ready to accept a pair. Launch Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 48
PC Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 49
Notebook PC 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 temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit. 49 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 50
Windows 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 By doing this, RAM does not have - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 51
Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 51 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 52
): 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.) 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 53
. 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 54
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. 54 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 55
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 reboot your computer. Bluetooth (on selected models) Bluetooth - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 56
. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer's operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem. DVD DVD is essentially a bigger - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 57
levels slightly above the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) have strict administrative controls requiring placement of Bus) PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking cards. The Notebok PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and 32bit - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 58
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), DRAM (Dynamic RAM), EDO DRAM - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 59
. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 60
Compliancy The Notebook PC with PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 61
This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21. (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 62
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is operate the equipment. (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 63
. FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement Installation and use of this wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the documentation provided with the product. Use only with the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 64
subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5-2483.5 MHz band. Use 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 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 65
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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 66
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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 67
with 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 : Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 68
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 68 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 69
A Appendix 69 - Asus A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - 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 A8JR | A8 Hardware User''''s Manual for English Edition (E2378) - Page 71
infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED ASUS' part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Service and Support
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