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 ................................................................................................. 50 Using the Touchpad .......................................................................................51Touchpad 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; Sound Pressure warning
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 - Cover Your Notebook PC
10 Notebook PC User Manual Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. ...
Page 11 - Preparing your Notebook PC; These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.; Installing the Battery Pack
Notebook PC User Manual 11 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack Connecting the Power Adapter 1 2 1 HDMI 1 3 110V-220V 2
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
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 Home NumLK PgUp PgUp PgDn PgDn Enter Enter Shift Shift Ctrl Alt Ctrl Fn Alt End End Insert Delete Insert Break 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 0 3 Tab Caps...
Page 15 - Camera Indicator
Notebook PC User Manual 15 3D Vision IR port (on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the 3D glasses when you play a 3D video game or watch 3D movies. Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in m...
Page 16 - Instant Key
16 Notebook PC User Manual 7 8 Instant Key Instant key allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for b...
Page 17 - Bottom Side; DO NOT USE ON SOFT SURFACES
Notebook PC User Manual 17 Bottom Side 4 3 1 2 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 op...
Page 18 - Battery Lock - Spring
18 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 19 - Right Side; Flash Memory Slot
Notebook PC User Manual 19 Right Side 1 2 HDMI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in high-speed memo...
Page 20 - HDMI Port
20 Notebook PC User Manual 5 6 USB Port (2.0) 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 all...
Page 22 - Left Side; Kensington® Lock Port
22 Notebook PC User Manual Left Side 1 8 7 3 2 1 4 5 6 Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be re...
Page 23 - Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by
Notebook PC User Manual 23 4 6 Optical Drive Activity Indicator (location varies by model) The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is being transferred by the optical disk drive. This indicator will light in proportion to the data size transferred. Optical Drive Electronic Eject The opt...
Page 24 - Rear Side; Air Vents
24 Notebook PC User Manual Rear Side Front Side 1 1 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1 Power Indicator The power indicato...
Page 25 - Getting Started
Page 26 - Power System; Using AC Power
26 Notebook PC User Manual HDMI 1 3 110V-220V 2 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...
Page 28 - To install the battery pack:; Using Battery Power; Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
28 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 29 - To remove the battery pack:; Battery Care
Notebook PC User Manual 29 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 30 - Powering ON the Notebook PC
30 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 31 - Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology; select
Notebook PC User Manual 31 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 32 - Checking Battery Power
32 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 33 - Charging the Battery Pack
Notebook PC User Manual 33 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 34 - Power Options; Restarting or Rebooting; Restart
34 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 35 - Emergency Shutdown; Hold the power button
Notebook PC User Manual 35 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 in...
Page 36 - Sleep and Hibernate; or; Power Management Modes
36 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 and Hi...
Page 37 - button and the
Notebook PC User Manual 37 Sleep is the same as Suspend-to- RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock ico...
Page 38 - Thermal Power Control
38 Notebook PC User Manual 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 39 - Special Keyboard Functions; Colored Hot Keys; Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode
Notebook PC User Manual 39 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. The Hot Key locations...
Page 40 - NOTE: Must connect an external monitor
40 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 41 - This key toggles; Microsoft Windows Keys
Notebook PC User Manual 41 Power4Gear Hybrid (Fn+Space Bar): This key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch...
Page 42 - Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad; With Number Lock OFF; ] and one of the pointer keys; With Number Lock ON
42 Notebook PC User Manual 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 keys are labeled in orange on the key caps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right hand corn...
Page 44 - Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models); CD Stop
44 Notebook PC User Manual Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) 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 key...
Page 45 - Switches; Switches and Status Indicators; Power Switch
Notebook PC User Manual 45 Switches Switches and Status Indicators 3D Mode Switch Key (on 3D models) Toggles to activate the 3D mode function and again to switch back to 2D mode. This function is only available when playing a 3D video game or watching a 3D movie. Splendid Key (on non-3D models) Togg...
Page 46 - Status Indicators; Power Indicator
46 Notebook PC User Manual Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mod...
Page 47 - Drive Activity Indicator
Notebook PC User Manual 47 Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes proportional to the access time. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT ) and b...
Page 50 - Pointing Device
50 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 51 - Using the Touchpad; Moving The Pointer
Notebook PC User Manual 51 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 52 - Touchpad Usage Illustrations; With the pointer over an item, press the left button
52 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 53 - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location.
Notebook PC User Manual 53 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 54 - Fix one; Use two
54 Notebook PC User Manual Two-finger rotating - Fix one fingertip on the touchpad and make an arc with the other to rotate the photo or the document you are viewing. You can make a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation based on your needs. Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or...
Page 55 - Caring for the Touchpad; Automatic Touchpad Disabling; This feature is normally OFF, to turn ON this feature:; Control Panel
Notebook PC User Manual 55 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 56 - Device Settings; on the top and click; Disable internal; to finish the configuration.
56 Notebook PC User Manual 2. Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in check box. 3. Click OK to finish the configuration.
Page 57 - Storage Devices; Inserting an optical disc; While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject
Notebook PC User Manual 57 Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. Optical Drive (on selected models) Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button ...
Page 58 - 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
58 Notebook PC User Manual 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 59 - Emergency eject; Removing an optical disc
Notebook PC User Manual 59 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 60 - Listening to Audio CD
60 Notebook PC User Manual 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...
Page 61 - Flash Memory Card Reader; Safely Remove Hardware
Notebook PC User Manual 61 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash me...
Page 62 - Hard Disk Drive
62 Notebook PC User Manual 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 a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology)...
Page 63 - Removing the primary hard disk drive
Notebook PC User Manual 63 Removing the primary hard disk drive 2 1
Page 64 - Installing the primary hard disk drive
64 Notebook PC User Manual Installing the primary hard disk drive 1 2
Page 65 - Installing the secondary hard disk drive
Notebook PC User Manual 65 Installing the secondary hard disk drive 2 1 2 1
Page 67 - Removing the secondary hard disk drive
Notebook PC User Manual 67 Removing the secondary hard disk drive 1 2 3 1 2 Keep and store the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive for future hardware upgrade.
Page 69 - Installing a Memory Card:
Notebook PC User Manual 69 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 ( This is only an example.) 3 ( This is only an example.) 2 1
Page 70 - Connections; Network Connection
70 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 72 - Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)
72 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 73 - Infrastructure mode
Notebook PC User Manual 73 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 74 - Windows Wireless Network Connection; Connecting to a network; Connect; Refresh
74 Notebook PC User Manual Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console ic...
Page 75 - You can see the wireless network icon
Notebook PC User Manual 75 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 76 - Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones; Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility; This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices.
76 Notebook PC User Manual 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 78 - device from the list and click; Next; Enter the Bluetooth security; Close; to finish the setting.
78 Notebook PC User Manual 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.
Page 79 - Appendix
Page 80 - 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 81 - 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 82 - 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 83 - Security Setting; User; Administrator Password
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 84 - Select an interface you would like to lock and click; Lock; I/O Interface Security
A-6 Notebook PC User Manual I/O Interface Security To lock the I/O interface:1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security . 2. Select an interface you would like to lock and click Lock . The I/O Interface Security settings can only be altered when you log in with Administrator privilege....
Page 85 - USB Interface Security
Notebook PC User Manual A-7 USB Interface Security To lock the USB interface:1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security . 2. Select an interface you would like to lock and click Lock . The USB Interface Security settings can only be altered when you log in w...
Page 86 - HDD Password; and repeat the previous steps to set; Master Password
A-8 Notebook PC User Manual HDD Password To set the HDD password:1. On the Security screen, click Set Master Password , type in a password and press [Enter]. 2. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter].3. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to set up the user password. 4. ...
Page 87 - Save Changes
Notebook PC User Manual A-9 Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. : 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...
Page 88 - Common Problems and Solutions; Hardware Problem - Optical Disc
A-10 Notebook PC User Manual 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 proble...
Page 89 - Hardware Problem - Battery
Notebook PC User Manual A-11 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 ...
Page 90 - Hardware Problem - Wireless Card
A-12 Notebook PC User Manual 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 anoth...
Page 91 - 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.
Notebook PC User Manual A-13 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 92 - If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to
A-14 Notebook PC User Manual 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 93 - Software Problem - BIOS; Start Easy Flash
Notebook PC User Manual A-15 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 94 - 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
A-16 Notebook PC User Manual 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 95 - Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions.; Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery; Lock the secondary hard disk drive:; and press
Notebook PC User Manual A-17 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 96 - SATA 2nd HDD Interface; and set it to; icon on the Window; Start; to start
A-18 Notebook PC User Manual : 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 : E x i t V e r s i o n 2 . 0 1 . 1 2 0 8 . C o p y r i g h t ( C ) 2 0 1 0 A m e...
Page 97 - Using the Recovery DVD:
Notebook PC User Manual A-19 Using the Recovery DVD: 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 Rec...
Page 98 - DVD-ROM Drive Information; Regional Playback Information
A-20 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 99 - Region Definitions; China
Notebook PC User Manual A-21 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 100 - Blu-ray ROM Drive Information; Region A
A-22 Notebook PC User Manual Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their territories. Region B Europea...
Page 101 - Internal Modem Compliancy; Overview
Notebook PC User Manual A-23 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 102 - Network Compatibility Declaration
A-24 Notebook PC User Manual 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 103 - Country
Notebook PC User Manual A-25 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 105 - Declarations and Safety Statements; Federal Communications Commission Statement; This device may not cause harmful interference.
Notebook PC User Manual A-27 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 106 - The following items were completed and are considered relevant
A-28 Notebook PC User Manual (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 107 - CE Marking; CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth; IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada; Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Notebook PC User Manual A-29 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 108 - Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
A-30 Notebook PC User Manual 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 110 - UL Safety Notices; DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
A-32 Notebook PC User Manual 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 111 - Power Safety Requirement; than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to:; REACH
Notebook PC User Manual A-33 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 112 - ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного
A-34 Notebook PC User Manual 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 113 - Optical Drive Safety Information
Notebook PC User Manual A-35 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 114 - Macrovision Corporation Product Notice; unless otherwise; Rating output voltage: 19Vdc
A-36 Notebook PC User Manual 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 116 - Spanish
Page 117 - European Union Eco-label; Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by; ENERGY STAR complied product
Notebook PC User Manual A-39 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 118 - EU REACH SVHC; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
A-40 Notebook PC User Manual 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 119 - Copyright Information; Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
Notebook PC User Manual A-41 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 120 - Limitation of Liability; Visit our multi-language web site at
A-42 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...