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    Notebook PC Hardware User's Manual E3589 / Dec 2007
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    Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual 6 Notes For This Manual 6 Preparing your Notebook PC 9 2. Knowing the Parts Top ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Power Options 26 Power
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    Bay 41 Flash Memory Card Reader 42 Hard Disk Drive 43 Memory (RAM 44 Connections 45 Modem Connection 45 Network Connection 46 Wireless LAN Connection 50 Tablet PC Mode 51 Tablet PC Input Panel 53 Tablet PC Software 55 Fingerprint Scanner 58 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional
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    Contents 
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    1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User's Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 
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    with the Notebook PC. 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 you should
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    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 use strong
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    a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. 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
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    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. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC POWER
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    1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10
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    2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11
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    2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 2 3 10 9 4 5 5 6 7 8 12
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    front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position or in the tablet PC mode. The reversible latch must be manually switched from one your fingerprint as your identification key. 10 Instant Keys (Tablet PC) Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with
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    Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment Some Notebook 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 center or retailer for information on
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    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 ex- pansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 3 Air Vents The
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    service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 5 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support
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    components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 1 Optical Drive Electronic Device The Notebook PC has an user-swappable module device. Visit module devices for this Notebook PC. 3 Flash Memory Slot Normally , mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memory card
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    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 some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected
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    . Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. 7 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 8 Microphone
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    on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 23 1 Touchscreen Pen Compartment PC by the display panel! 3 Display Panel Reversible Latch One reversible latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position or in the tablet PC mode. The reversible latch must be manually
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    3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is
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    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
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    optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with PC and contact an authorized service center. 23
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    when the power is turned ON. This is part of the Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup,
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    in the battery. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the
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    PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." For other options manually, choose Restart. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC
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    Sleep" and "Hibernate" saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components. RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. Click the Start button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option
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    the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. "Zz" Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal
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    (Fn+Space Bar): This key 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. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode
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    simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the [Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on the Notebook PC. Keyboard as Pointers The keyboard can be used as pointers while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering
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    Rotate Screen Key For use with tablet PC mode. Press once to rotate the screen clock-wise. Hold Key For use with tablet PC mode. When enabled, the keys be disabled in case they are accidentally pressed while using the tablet PC pen on the display panel. Wireless Switch Wireless Models Only: Toggles
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    and outside Display panel Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge
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    or more new email(s) in your email program's inbox. This function requires software setup and may not be currently configured on your Notebook PC. This function is designed for Microsoft email software only and may not work with email software from other companies. Number Lock Indicator Indicates
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    multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control key on the Notebook PC. Use the [Fn] key in combination with the arrow keys for CD control functions. CD Play/Pause During CD stop, begins CD play
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    reader Hard disk drive Memory (RAM) Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes
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    4 Using the Notebook PC 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
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping - With the pointer over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping
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    pressure. Automatic Touchpad Disabling Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC's touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached. This , select the option in Windows Control Panel > Mouse Properties > Device Settings. Models with Synaptics touchpad. Select this option to enable this
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    faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with "Removing an Express- needed by the ExpressCard. Usually connectors Card" instructions below. can only be inserted in one orientation. Look 2. Insert
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    type WARNING! The slot optical disc drive only supports a 16cm disc. The slot optical disc drive does not support a 8cm disc. Inserting a 8cm disc may damage the slot drive. Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC's power is ON, insert a disc slowly and the
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Module Bay This Notebook PC features a module bay to accept various modules such as optical drives, travel drawer, or second battery pack. Visit an authorized dealer for upgrades. Removing a module Inserting a module 1 Sample modules Second battery pack Optical drive 41
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    the internal high-bandwidth PCI bus. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash memory card specifications constantly change so compatibility may change without warning. Flash Memory Card Examples xD Picture Card MMC
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    drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard for additional memory. Visit an authorized 9 1 service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase 8 2 expansion modules from
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    Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem: Telephone cables with RJ-11 connectors Telephone connector is the smaller of the two. Telephone Wall Jack Telephone connection is optional WARNING! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support
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    together without a hub in between, 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
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    . The optional built-in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network. Notebook PC Desktop PC Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). 2. Press [FN F2] repeatedly
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    eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Note: If your Notebook PC did not come with built-in Bluetooth, you need to connect a USB or ExpressCard Bluetooth module in order
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    . The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by the following cryptographic capabilities of each TPM: hashing, (You have to restart the Notebook PC after setting the password to see the security clear option.) Important: Use should routinely backup your TPM secured data. 50
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    the writing function. POWER CTRL.ALT.DEL ESC HOLD ON OFF 2 1 Rotate the display panel vertically using both hands to support the sides of the display panel from rocking. When the display is rotated into the tablet PC mode, the latch must be reversed in order to lock the display panel. 51
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Tablet PC Mode (Cont.) Keep this side with air vents away from your body. Press this latch down to lock the display panel. Enable keys. Use the HOLD switch to disable the keys on the display panel from accidental activation. Disable keys. 52
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Tablet PC Input Panel The Input Panel tab hides on the left edge of the screen. Tap the tab to open the panel. You can also click
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Tablet PC Input Panel (cont.) Click Tools to personalize the Input Panel settings. Select Options for advanced configurations. Customize all the settings in Options if needed. Click Help if you have problem using the Input Panel. 54
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    Using the Notebook PC Tablet PC Software Windows provides integrated tablet PC support when it detects tablet PC functions during installation. When you start Windows, the Welcome Center will provide a link to Tablet PC Pen Training. Run Tablet PC Pen Training to learn about Tablet PC features and
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    can view and set the pen tap and pen button settings on this page. Pointer Options - you can view the various settings for this feature. Flicks - you can view the various settings for this feature. Tablet PC Settings General - you can view the various settings for this feature. 56 Calibration
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    Tablet PC Software (cont.) Tablet PC Settings (cont.) 4 Using the Notebook PC Handwriting Recognition - Enable/disable this function and/or with automatic learning on this page. Display - Change screen orientation settings on this page. Other - These are
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Fingerprint Scanner The fingerprint scanner can be used for instant and secure user authentication. Right click the taskbar icon to open the software menu to logon, logoff, register credentials, or other functions. You can launch the software from "ASUS Security Center"
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    Fingerprint Scanner (Cont.). 4 Using the Notebook PC Enter your password. Click Finish when the Logon wizard is complete. The registration wizard will start if there are no current registered users. Click Next.
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    4 Using the Notebook PC Fingerprint Scanner (Cont.). After two fingers has been registered, you can select additional fingers or click Next to end the process. After the fingerprint registration wizard has finished, click Finish to exit. The "ASUS Security Protect Manager" window provides
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    Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. A-
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    Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. USB Flash Memory Disk A
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    Optional Connections These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC's built-in keyboard and touchpad. A Appendix Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be
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    A Appendix Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional) This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices in Windows operating system. 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see
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    A Appendix 5. Click Next when the Bluetooth mouse is ready. 6. A list of nearby Bluetooth devices will be shown. Select the Bluetooth mouse and click Next. 7. Select "Don't use a passkey" and click Next. 8. Wait while the Bluetooth mouse is being added. 9. Click Finish when adding is complete.
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    disc does not include the operating system itself. The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install. A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system
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    . 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
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    limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions in the user's manual. This equipment is for operation within 5.15 GHz and 5.25GHz frequency ranges and is restricted to indoor environments only
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    are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz-2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the private property
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    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
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    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 di tipo uguale
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    A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish A-12 Swedish
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    A Appendix A-13
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    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
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Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
E3589 / Dec 2007