Asus A7Jc- User Manual

7 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions andinstructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not usedamaged power cords, accessories, or other ...

8 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all externalperipherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the poweris turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard di...

9 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailedinformation on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC 2. Connect the AC Power Ad...

11 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC

12 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Camera (on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with voice conferencing andother interactive applications. Microphone The built...

14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Some labelsidentify components inside removable panels. IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han-dling the Notebook PC while it is in operat...

16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. ON OFF 1 2 4 3 6 5 7 8 10 11 12 13 9 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and sup-ports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a loc...

18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 6 Optical Drive (type varies by model) The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The NotebookPC’s optical drive may support compact discs (C...

19 Knowing the Parts 2 Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 3 2 4 5 Kensington ® Lock Port The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington com-patible Notebook PC security products. These security products u...

20 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 CIR (Consumer Infrared) Port The consumer infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless control of theprovided multimedia software in selected models ...

22 3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the NotebookPC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. T...

23 Getting Started 3 To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC isturned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Note-book PC or...

24 3 Getting Started The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostictests called the Power-On Self Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as apermanent part of the Notebook PC’s architecture. ...

25 Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard underthe Windows environment, which allows the battery to accuratelyreport the amount of charge left in the battery. A fully-charged batterypack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power....

26 3 Getting Started Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, youmay be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallation processes will provide a dialog box toallow restart. To restart the system manually, clickWindows Start button and select Shut Down andthen choose Re...

27 Getting Started 3 Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of theWindows desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with a small cursor, activates the...

28 3 Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can onlybe accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations ...

29 Getting Started 3 Instant Keys Internet Launch Key (on selected models) Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running. Pad-Lock Key Pressing this button will lock your touchpad when using an external mouse. Locking the touchpad willprevent you from ac...

31 Getting Started 3 Status Indicators (front) Power Indicator The green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Notebook PCis in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in theSuspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Wireless L...

32 3 Getting Started PREV NEXT STOP PLAY/PAUSE PREV NEXT STOP PLAY/PAUSE Multimedia Control Buttons The multimedia control buttons allows for convenient controlling of the multimediaapplication. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control button on theNotebook PC. CD Play/Pause Duri...

34 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed operatingsystem such as Microsoft Windows XP. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. Thelevels of hardware and software support may vary depend...

35 Using the Notebook PC 4 IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects inplace of your finger to operate the touch-pad or else damage may occur to thetouchpad’s surface. Pointing Device The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointingdevice is fully compatible with all two/three-buttonand scrolling knob PS/2 mi...

36 4 Using the Notebook PC Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you select. Move the cursor over the icon you wish to execute, press the left buttonor tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the cor...

37 Using the Notebook PC 4 Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of thefollowing precautions. • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease.• Do not touch the touchpad if your fing...

38 4 Using the Notebook PC Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • PC card or ExpressCard (depending on model) • Optical drive • Flash memory read...

39 Using the Notebook PC 4 Inserting a PC Card or ExpressCard Removing a PC Card To remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click thePC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. 3. Carefully connect any cables or ad...

40 4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the traywill eject out partially. 2. Gently pull on the drive’s front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touchthe CD drive lens and ot...

42 4 Using the Notebook PC MS (Memory Stick)Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG MS (Memory Stick)Select MS (Memory Stick)Magic Gate (MG) MS (Memory Stick) MS adapter MMC (Multimedia Card)SD (Secure Digital) Supported Memory Types ON DTV/FM CATV OFF SD / MMC MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediat...

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 TelephoneWall Jack Telephone cableswith RJ-11 connectors Telephoneconnection isoptional Telephone connector isthe smaller of the two. NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Afterpurchase, modem and/or network can be installed as a PC ...

44 4 Using the Notebook PC Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ-45 connectors LAN connector is thelarger of the two. Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-inEthernet controller. Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors ...

45 Using the Notebook PC 4 IMPORTANT! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR forlong periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which willdecrease the Notebook PC’s performance. (Windows XP) IR Wireless Communication (on selected models) The Notebook ...

46 4 Using the Notebook PC Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Click New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Follow the wizard to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your device in the window. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7...

47 Using the Notebook PC 4 These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network. Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementingthe IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN (WLAN), the opti...

48 4 Using the Notebook PC Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomaximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these featuresthrough the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power...

49 Using the Notebook PC 4 Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT “Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device • Timer as set though “Power Management” • Battery low in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) STR (“Stand by”) • Hotkey [Fn][F1] • Signal from modem port...

50 4 Using the Notebook PC Stand by and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows thepower options properties in Windows. You can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing thedisplay panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mod...

51 Using the Notebook PC 4 Audio/Video Connections Connect the AV/S-Video adapter as shown to use standardRCA inputs or S-Video input to watch and/or record videoinputs from VCD/DVD, video tape players, or videocamcorders/digicams. Multimedia Connections (on selected models) This page shows multimed...

55 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information

56 A Appendix Optional 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 USBports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnectmany USB peripherals through a single cable. USB Flash Memory ...

57 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN PC Card A wireless LAN PC card (PCMCIA Type II) can be used in the Notebook PC to join awireless network using the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard. 802.1 1g 54Mbps Wi...

58 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 portor USB hub.

59 Appendix A 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) NOTE: This table is for general reference only a...

61 Appendix A Kensington ® Locks Kensington ® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebok PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebok PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may alsoinclude a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. Laser Clas...

63 Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebok PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVDtitles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchasedwith this Notebok PC. The DVD-ROM ...

64 A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switch...

65 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria 1 Yes No Belgium Yes No Czech Republic No Not Applicable Denmark 1 Yes Yes Finland Yes No France Yes No Germany Yes No Greece Yes No Hungary No Not ...

66 A Appendix (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of theFederal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed t...

67 Appendix A FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends outRadio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. FCCrequire...

68 A Appendix France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoorsare: • 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 thr...

69 Appendix A UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in ...

71 Appendix A Service warning label WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specifiedin the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disas-semble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by anauthorized serv...

74 A Appendix Notebook PC Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical support. Keep this User’s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner’s Name: ____________________________ Owner’s Telephone: ___...

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