Asus B51E- User Manual

1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Intr...

Introducing the Notebook PC 1 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 ...

8 1 Introducing the Notebook PC CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Yo...

Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed infor- mation on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter IMPORTANT! When opening, DO NOT force the disp...

11 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC <000> Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.

12 2 Knowing the Parts 3 4 2 1 6 5 7 8 Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard differs for each territory. <000>

13 Knowing the Parts 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is...

14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 5 6 4 3 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. High ...

1 Knowing the Parts 2 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 f...

1 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 5 4 1 2 3 4 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not wor...

1 Knowing the Parts 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allo...

18 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 Kensington ® Lock Port The Kensington ® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington ® com- patible Notebook PC security products. These secur...

1 Knowing the Parts 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other ob- jects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter conver...

20 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 5. 1 2 Audio Speaker The built-in stereo sp...

22 3 Getting Started (continued on next page) IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Note- book PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. See...

23 Getting Started 3 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 retailer ...

24 3 Getting Started 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. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least seconds after turning OF...

2 Getting Started 3 You will be warned when battery power is low. If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Note- book PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de- pleted. Suspend-to-Disk (S...

2 3 Getting Started IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. IMPORTANT! Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruc- tion of your data. Emergency Shutdown In case yo...

2 Getting Started 3 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 chassi...

28 3 Getting Started CIR (Consumer Infrared) Port (on selected models) The consumer infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless control of the provided multimedia software in selected models using the provided wireless remote control in selected models. Special Keyboard Functions C...

2 Getting Started 3 Colored Hot Keys (cont.) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with...

30 3 Getting Started The red arrows are illustrated here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here. Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. These dual-purpose ke...

31 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook 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.” Power4Gear eXtreme K...

32 3 Getting Started Status Indicators Front Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC’s battery is charging when AC power is connected. OFF: The Notebook PC’s battery is charge...

3 4 Using the Notebook PC 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-but- ton and scrolling knob PS/...

3 Using the Notebook PC 4 Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the c...

38 4 Using the Notebook PC <000> The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the sur- face too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touch- pad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressu...

3 Using the Notebook PC 4 Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • Optical drive • Hard disk drive Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. Whil...

40 4 Using the Notebook PC <000> Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub. 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 ...

41 Using the Notebook PC 4 A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a CD-RW...

42 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized 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 ens...

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: The memory compartment provides expansion ca- pabilities for additional memory. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from au...

44 4 Using the Notebook PC The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After pur- chase, modem and/or network can be installed as an expansion card. When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in sus- pend (or sleep mode) or else you will dis...

4 Using the Notebook PC 4 WARNING! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not sup- port the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the RJ-11 to digital phone systems found in many commercial buildings or else damage will occur! Example of the Notebook PC connected ...

4 4 Using the Notebook PC These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network� Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Access Point Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Impl...

4 Using the Notebook PC 4 2� Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Wireless LAN ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown� Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 4� Right click on the network icon and select Connect to a network � 3� You should see the “Not Connected” network icon� 5� Sel...

48 4 Using the Notebook PC In-play sensitivity switching The mouse has out-of-box access to three levels of tracking sensitivity - 1600dpi, 800dpi, and 400dpi. 800dpi is the default setting. Use the SetPoint software that comes with the mouse (1) and its Ad- vanced Game Settings feature (2) to confi...

A-1 Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and d...

A Appendix A-2 Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB floppy disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, a...

Appendix A A-3 Optional Connections These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the ext...

A Appendix A-4 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replace- ment of th...

Appendix A A- System BIOS Settings Boot Device 2� Select each item and press [ Enter ] to select a device� 1� On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority. Security Setting 1� On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. 2� Type in a password and press [ Enter ]� 3� R...

Appendix A A- 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 still exist,...

A Appendix A-8 Hardware Problem - Power ON/OFF Error I cannot power ON the Notebook PC. Diagnostics: 1. Power On by Battery only? (Y = 2, N = 4) 2. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. Able to load the OS? (Y = B, N = A) 4. Adapter power LED ON? (Y = 5, N = C) 5. Power ON by Adapter only?...

Appendix A A- Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an “Open policy file error” message. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem. It is available on the ASUS website. Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text A ...

Appendix A A-13 Windows Vista Software Recovery Using Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory. The Recovery Partition provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores you...

A Appendix A-14 Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.) Using DVD (on selected models) The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory. The Recovery DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores yo...

Appendix A A-1 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) This table is for general reference only and sh...

Appendix A A-1 Glossary (Cont.) Laser Classifications As lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards became apparent. To meet this need, laser classifications were established. Current classification levels vary from optically safe, requiring no controls...

A Appendix A-18 Glossary (Cont.) Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using t...

Appendix A A-1 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 view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD...

A Appendix A-20 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 swi...

Appendix A A-21 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 No...

A Appendix A-22 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, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may ca...

Appendix A A-23 R&TTE Directive (1//EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient for the R&TTE (Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment) directive: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in ...

A Appendix A-24 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors 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 Channels 10 throug...

Appendix A A-2 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 installed or used ...

A Appendix A-2 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) (Japanese) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used bat - teries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (En...

Appendix A A-2 Service warning label WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in 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 an authorized ...

A Appendix A-30 Notebook PC Information 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: _...

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