Page 2 - Table of Contents; Introducing the Notebook PC
2 Notebook PC User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual ................................................................................ 6Notes for This Manual ....................................................................................... ...
Page 3 - Using the Notebook PC
Notebook PC User Manual 3 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device ................................................................................................. 55 Using the Touchpad .......................................................................................56Touchpad Usage I...
Page 6 - About This User’s Manual; Introducing the Notebook PC; Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.; Knowing the Parts; Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.; Using the Notebook PC; Gives you information on using the Notebook PC’s components.; Notes for This Manual
6 Notebook PC User Manual About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manual: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC In...
Page 7 - Safety Precautions
Notebook PC User Manual 7 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. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in fire. ...
Page 9 - Transportation Precautions; disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to; . The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power; Cover Your Notebook PC
Notebook PC User Manual 9 Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors . The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk ...
Page 10 - Airplane Precautions
10 Notebook PC User Manual Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings. CAUTION! There are th...
Page 11 - Preparing your Notebook PC; These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.; Installing the Battery Pack
Notebook PC User Manual 11 Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack Connecting the Power Adapter 2 1 3 3 1 2 HDMI 1 2 3 110v-220v Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 12 - Opening the LCD display panel; comfortable viewing angle.; Turning on the Power; Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD
12 Notebook PC User Manual Opening the LCD display panel 1. Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb.2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power 1. Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel. 2. Use...
Page 13 - Knowing the parts
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Page 14 - Top Side
14 Notebook PC User Manual Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Sysrq Delete Backspace Home Num LkScr Lk PgUp PgDn Enter Enter Shift Shift Ctrl Alt Ctrl Fn Alt End Home PgUp PgDn End Insert Delete Insert Break 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 0 3 T...
Page 15 - Camera Cover Switch (on selected models)
Notebook PC User Manual 15 14.0” model OFF ON 5 9 7 10 2 11 4 1 3 6 8 1 2 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Camera Cover Switch (on selected models) The camera cover switch allows you to open and close...
Page 16 - Display Panel
16 Notebook PC User Manual Camera Indicator (on selected models) The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. Camera (on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. For some m...
Page 17 - Power Switch
Notebook PC User Manual 17 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launc...
Page 18 - Bottom Side
18 Notebook PC User Manual Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation....
Page 20 - Battery Lock - Spring
20 Notebook PC User Manual Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, 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 autom...
Page 21 - Hard Disk Drive Compartments
Notebook PC User Manual 21 6 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures...
Page 22 - Right Side
22 Notebook PC User Manual Right Side HDMI E-SATA 9 10 1 4 5 3 11 2 10 9 5 7 8 6 4 11 12 7 8 6 15.6” model 14.0” model HDMI E-SATA 9 10 1 4 5 3 11 2 10 9 5 7 8 6 4 11 12 7 8 6 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 23 - ExpressCard Slot
Notebook PC User Manual 23 1 2 3 4 Wireless Switch (on selected models) Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use. ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card s...
Page 24 - Optical Drive
24 Notebook PC User Manual 7 8 9 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The 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 speci...
Page 25 - LAN Port; HDMI Port
Notebook PC User Manual 25 10 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 connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock...
Page 26 - Left Side
26 Notebook PC User Manual Left Side E-SATA HDMI 7 8 1 4 3 2 5 7 8 1 9 6 3 2 4 10 6 15.6” model 14.0” model E-SATA HDMI 7 8 1 4 3 2 5 7 8 1 9 6 3 2 4 10 6 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 27 - Air Vents
Notebook PC User Manual 27 6 5 4 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always u...
Page 28 - Microphone Input Jack
28 Notebook PC User Manual Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simpl...
Page 29 - Front Side; Flash Memory Slot
Notebook PC User Manual 29 Front Side 2 3 1 OFF ON 1 4 2 3 15.6” model 14.0” model 2 3 1 OFF ON 1 4 2 3 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use m...
Page 31 - Getting Started
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Page 32 - Power System; Using AC Power
32 Notebook PC User Manual 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 Notebook PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC ad...
Page 34 - To install the battery pack:; Using Battery Power; Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
34 Notebook PC User Manual 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. To install the battery pack: Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The battery pack cons...
Page 35 - To remove the battery pack:; Battery Care
Notebook PC User Manual 35 IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. To remove the battery pack: WARNING! For safety reasons, DO NOT...
Page 36 - Powering ON the Notebook PC
36 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. WARNING! DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying ba...
Page 37 - Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology; click
Notebook PC User Manual 37 IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing. Continued use may result in data loss. Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Repor...
Page 38 - Checking Battery Power
38 Notebook PC User Manual You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode ( Windows default uses STR). Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not reflect what you see in your system. Check...
Page 39 - Charging the Battery Pack
Notebook PC User Manual 39 WARNING! DO NOT leave the battery pack discharged. The battery pack will discharge over time. If not using a battery pack, it must continued to be charged every three months to extend recovery capacity or else it may fail to charge in the future. The battery stops charging...
Page 40 - Power Options; Restarting or Rebooting; Restart
40 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the po...
Page 41 - Emergency Shutdown
Notebook PC User Manual 41 Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown your Notebook PC: • Hold the power button over 4 seconds. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result ...
Page 42 - Sleep and Hibernate; button and the
42 Notebook PC User Manual Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options . In Power Options , you can define “Sleep/Hibernate” or “Shut Down” for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. “Sleep” ...
Page 43 - Thermal Power Control; Hibernate
Notebook PC User Manual 43 Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the...
Page 45 - Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode; Special Keyboard Functions
Notebook PC User Manual 45 OFF ON The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys. “Z Z ” Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on ...
Page 46 - NOTE: Must connect an external monitor
46 Notebook PC User Manual LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. ( This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display ...
Page 48 - Microsoft Windows Keys
48 Notebook PC User Manual 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 the Windows desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with a small pointer, activ...
Page 49 - Multimedia Control Keys; CD Stop
Notebook PC User Manual 49 Multimedia Control Keys The 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 func...
Page 50 - Switches; Switches and Status Indicators; Top
50 Notebook PC User Manual Switches Switches and Status Indicators ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Sysrq Delete Backspace Home Num LkScr Lk PgUp PgDn Enter Enter Shift Shift Ctrl Alt Ctrl Fn Alt End Home PgUp PgDn End Insert Delete Insert Break 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 0 3 Tab Caps Lo...
Page 52 - Status Indicators; Power Indicator; Side; Shift
Top Status Indicators ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Pause Prt Sc Sysrq Delete Backspace Home Num LkScr Lk PgUp PgDn Enter Enter Shift Shift Ctrl Alt Ctrl Fn Alt End Home PgUp PgDn End Insert Delete Insert Break 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 0 3 Tab Caps Lock OFF ON 15.6” model OFF ON 14.0” model OFF ...
Page 53 - Drive Activity Indicator
Notebook PC User Manual 53 Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as follows: Green ON: Battery power is between 95% and 100% (with AC power). Orange ON: Battery power is less than 95% (with AC power). Orange Blinking: Ba...
Page 56 - Pointing Device
56 Notebook PC User Manual IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface. Pointing Device The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2...
Page 57 - Using the Touchpad; Moving The Pointer
Notebook PC User Manual 57 Using the Touchpad The touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of using a standard mouse. To use the touchpad, lightly press or tap your finger on the touchpad. Moving The Pointer Place your finger in the center o...
Page 58 - Touchpad Usage Illustrations; With the pointer over an item, press the left button
58 Notebook PC User Manual Press the left pointer button and release. Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. 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 your finger on the touchpad...
Page 59 - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location.
Notebook PC User Manual 59 Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing the left button, move the item to your desired location, then release the left button. You can also double-tap and hold the item while dragging it...
Page 60 - Use three
60 Notebook PC User Manual Three-finger tapping - Use three fingers to tap the touchpad. This action mimics the right-click function of a mouse. Two-finger tapping - Use two fingers to tap the touchpad. This action simulates the click on the scroll wheel of a mouse. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manu...
Page 61 - Caring for the Touchpad; Automatic Touchpad Disabling; This feature is normally OFF, to turn ON this feature:; Control Panel
Notebook PC User Manual 61 The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If...
Page 62 - ELAN; on the top and click; Disable when external USB; to finish the configuration.
62 Notebook PC User Manual 2. Click ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB mouse plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 63 - Expansion Card; Inserting an Expansion Card; If there is an ExpressCard socket protector, remove it using the; Storage Devices
Notebook PC User Manual 63 Expansion Card One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm expansion card. This new interface is 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 p...
Page 64 - Removing an Expansion Card
64 Notebook PC User Manual Removing an Expansion Card The ExpressCard slot does not have an eject button. Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to eject the ExpressCard. Carefully pull the ejected ExpressCard out of the socket. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 65 - Flash Memory Card Reader
Notebook PC User Manual 65 WARNING! To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows notification area before removing the flash memory card. IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. Flash ...
Page 66 - Inserting an optical disc; While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject
66 Notebook PC User Manual Optical Drive (on selected models) Inserting an optical disc 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 the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch t...
Page 67 - Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up.; The hub should be higher than the disc when; Slowly push the drive’s tray back in. The drive will begin reading
Notebook PC User Manual 67 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc’s center until the disc snaps onto the hub. The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted. 4. Slowly push the drive’s tray back in. The drive will begin re...
Page 68 - Emergency eject; Removing an optical disc
68 Notebook PC User Manual Actual location will vary by model. Emergency eject The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. Ensure...
Page 69 - Hard Disk Drive
Notebook PC User Manual 69 Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with two replaceable hard disk drives. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technolo...
Page 70 - Removing the hard disk drives
70 Notebook PC User Manual Removing the hard disk drives Installing the hard disk drives 1 2 1 2 15.6” model Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 73 - Installing a Memory Card:
Notebook PC User Manual 73 15.6” model 14.0” model Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 ( This is only an example.) 3 ( This is only an example.) Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 74 - Connections; Network Connection
74 Notebook PC User Manual The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card. Connections Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the othe...
Page 76 - Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)
76 Notebook PC User Manual Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementing the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN ( WLAN), the optional built-in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates...
Page 77 - Infrastructure mode
Notebook PC User Manual 77 Ad-hoc mode The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in this wireless environment. (All devices must install optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Infrastructure mode The Inf...
Page 79 - Windows Wireless Network Connection; Connecting to a network; Connect; Refresh
Notebook PC User Manual 79 Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Chapter 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console ic...
Page 80 - You can see the wireless network icon
80 Notebook PC User Manual 5. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.6. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. 7. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press <Fn> + &l...
Page 81 - Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones; Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility; This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices.
Notebook PC User Manual 81 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology 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. If your Noteb...
Page 83 - device from the list and click; Next; Enter the Bluetooth security; Close; to finish the setting.
Notebook PC User Manual 83 6. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next . 7. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 8. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 84 - TPM Applications
84 Notebook PC User Manual Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) The TPM, or Trusted Platform Module, is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer-generated keys for encryption. It is a hardware-based solution that an help avoid attacks by hackers looking to...
Page 85 - Enabling TPM Support; TPM Support; to; Advanced; Clearing TPM Secured Data; When; TPM State; will
Notebook PC User Manual 85 IMPORTANT! Use your TPM application’s “Backup” or “Migration” function to backup your TPM security data. Enabling TPM Support Enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). Set TPM Support to [Enable] in BIOS setup Advanced > Trusted Computing . Clearing TPM Secured D...
Page 87 - Appendix
Page 88 - Optional Accessories; USB Flash Memory Disk; Optional Connections; USB Keyboard and Mouse
A-2 Notebook PC User Manual 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 USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. U...
Page 89 - Operating System and Software; Microsoft Windows; Support Software
Notebook PC User Manual A-3 Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The levels of hardware and software support may vary d...
Page 90 - System BIOS Settings; Boot Device; Boot
A-4 Notebook PC User Manual System BIOS Settings Boot Device 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1 . : S e l e c t S c r e e n : S e l e c t I t e m E n t e r : S e l e c t + / — : C h a n g e O p t . F 1 : G e n e r a l H e l p F 9 : O p t i m i z e d D e f a u l t s F 1 0 : S a v e E S C : ...
Page 91 - Security Setting; or
Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting To set the password:1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password or User Password . 2. Type in a password and press [Enter].3. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter].4. Password is then set. To clear the password:1. On the Sec...
Page 92 - Save Changes; If you want to restore default settings, choose; Restore Defaults; must then save changes to keep the manufacture default settings.
A-6 Notebook PC User Manual Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. If you want to restore default settings, choose Restore Defaults . You must then save changes to keep the manufacture default settings. : S e l e c t...
Page 93 - Common Problems and Solutions; Hardware Problem - Optical Disc
Notebook PC User Manual A-7 Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs. 1. Update the BIOS to the latest version and try again.2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again. 3. If the problem...
Page 94 - Hardware Problem - Battery
A-8 Notebook PC User Manual Hardware Problem - Built-in Camera The built-in camera does not work correctly. 1. Check “Device Manager” to see if there are any problems. 2. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem. 3. If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version a...
Page 95 - Hardware Problem - Wireless Card
Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance. B. Problem caused by the operating system, try restoring your system us- ing the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to anothe...
Page 96 - Software Problem - ASUS bundled software; A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your; Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text; A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup.
A-10 Notebook PC User Manual CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses. Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an “Open policy file error” message. A...
Page 97 - If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to
Notebook PC User Manual A-11 5. If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and In...
Page 98 - Software Problem - BIOS; Exit
A-12 Notebook PC User Manual Software Problem - BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Not...
Page 99 - Recovering Your Notebook PC; Using Recovery Partition; About the Recovery Partition; RECOVERY; Using the Recovery Partition:; Read the ASUS Preload Wizard messages and click; Select a partition option and click
Notebook PC User Manual A-13 Recovering Your Notebook PC Using Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to its original working state. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to a ne...
Page 100 - Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions.; Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery; Creating the Recovery DVD:; icon on the Window; Start; to start
A-14 Notebook PC User Manual Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions “C” (25%) and “D” (75%). 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com ...
Page 101 - Using the Recovery DVD:
Notebook PC User Manual A-15 Using the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Notebook PC needs to be powered ON. 2. Restart the Notebook PC and press [Esc] on bootup and select the optical drive (may be labeled as “CD/DVD”) and press [Enter] to boot from the Recovery ...
Page 102 - DVD-ROM Drive Information; Regional Playback Information
A-16 Notebook PC User Manual DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the...
Page 103 - Region Definitions; China
Notebook PC User Manual A-17 Region Definitions Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerla...
Page 104 - Internal Modem Compliancy; Overview
A-18 Notebook PC User Manual 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 t...
Page 105 - Network Compatibility Declaration
Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties. The m...
Page 106 - Country
A-20 Notebook PC User Manual 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 Applicable Iceland ...
Page 108 - Declarations and Safety Statements; Federal Communications Commission Statement; This device may not cause harmful interference.
A-22 Notebook PC User Manual Declarations and Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference ...
Page 109 - The following items were completed and are considered relevant
Notebook PC User Manual A-23 (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modif...
Page 110 - CE Marking; CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth; IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada; Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
A-24 Notebook PC User Manual CE Marking CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”. CE marking for devices with wirele...
Page 111 - Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
Notebook PC User Manual A-25 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency...
Page 113 - UL Safety Notices; DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Notebook PC User Manual A-27 UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and inst...
Page 114 - Power Safety Requirement; than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to:; REACH
A-28 Notebook PC User Manual Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm 2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm 2 . REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Author...
Page 115 - ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного
Notebook PC User Manual A-29 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) 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. (En...
Page 116 - Optical Drive Safety Information
A-30 Notebook PC User Manual Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold 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! Making adjustments or ...
Page 117 - Macrovision Corporation Product Notice; unless otherwise; ENERGY STAR complied product
Notebook PC User Manual A-31 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copy...
Page 119 - Spanish
Notebook PC User Manual A-33 Spanish Swedish Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 120 - European Union Eco-label; Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by
A-34 Notebook PC User Manual European Union Eco-label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following characteristics: 1. Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes. 2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals.3. Limited use of substanc...
Page 121 - EU REACH SVHC; Takeback Services
Notebook PC User Manual A-35 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition...
Page 123 - Copyright Information; Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
Notebook PC User Manual A-37 Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the pur...
Page 124 - Limitation of Liability; Visit our multi-language web site at
A-38 Notebook PC User Manual Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is liable...