Asus X50SR User Manual - Page 15

Central Processor Unit CPU Compartment, Hard Disk Drive Compartment - specifications

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2 Knowing the Parts 1 Name Card Holder The Notebook PC has a name card holder glued to the bottom of the Notebook PC to hold identification information on the user in case the Notebook PC is found by others. 2 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Addi- tional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware 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 reliability. 3 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 upgrades. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. 4 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Compartment The WLAN compartment allows the installation of a wireless networking card in order to wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices. 5 Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC. 6 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authorized service centers or dealers only.  Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is in- serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position.  Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 15

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Knowing the Parts
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Shutdown Button (Emergency)
In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button
can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC.
Battery Lock - Spring
The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is in-
serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in
the unlocked position.
Memory (RAM) Compartment
The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Addi-
tional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The
BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS
accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware 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 reliability.
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 upgrades.
WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty.
Hard Disk Drive Compartment
The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done
by authorized service centers or dealers only.
Wireless LAN (WLAN) Compartment
The WLAN compartment allows the installation of a wireless networking card in order to
wirelessly connect to network access points or other wireless networking devices.
Battery Pack
The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC
power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected.
This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage
and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled
and must be purchased as a single unit.
Name Card Holder
The Notebook PC has a name card holder glued to the bottom of the Notebook PC to hold
identification information on the user in case the Notebook PC is found by others.