Asus A8F- 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. 3 5 6 2 1 4 7 8 9

14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. K 1 3 2 4 6 5 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han-dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. Hightempe...

16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. TheNotebook PC’s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digitalv...

17 Knowing the Parts 2 6 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone oroutput signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-inmicrophone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or ...

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 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such askeyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and sc...

19 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 2 1 WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or elsethe hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Display Panel ...

20 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 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 askeyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and sca...

24 3 Getting Started NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending onterritory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use aproperly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC. With the AC power cord connected to th...

25 Getting Started 3 1 2 1 2 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. IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Note- book PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or r...

26 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. ...

27 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....

28 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...

29 Getting Started 3 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 ...

30 3 Getting Started 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...

31 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators Bluetooth Key This button is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Press once to enable and once todisable the BT function. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Wireless LAN Key This button is only applicable on mod...

32 3 Getting Started Status Indicators Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of thekeyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF, thetyped letters will be in the lower...

36 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...

37 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...

38 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...

39 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...

40 4 Using the Notebook PC 3. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the ExpressCard. Usually connec-tors can only be inserted in one orientation.Look for a sticker, icon, or marking on one sideof the connector representing the top side. 1. If there is an ExpressCard socket protector, re...

41 Using the Notebook PC 4 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...

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 SD / MMC MS / MS Pro 512MB Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and ...

44 4 Using the Notebook PC TelephoneWall Jack Telephone cableswith RJ-11 connectors Telephoneconnectionis optional 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 ...

45 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 ...

46 4 Using the Notebook PC 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...

47 Using the Notebook PC 4 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...

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 Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These powercontrol cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enterthese states. The following temperat...

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 Appendix Optional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsGlossaryDeclarations and Safety StatementsNotebook PC Information

52 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 yourUSB ports and allow you to quickly connect ordisconnect many USB peripherals through a singlecable. USB 2.0 Slim Combo...

53 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Card The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIAType II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 80...

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 portor USB hub.

55 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...

57 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...

59 Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may bepurchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-RO...

60 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...

62 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.) CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may c...

63 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...

64 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...

65 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 ...

67 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...

70 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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