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 ................................................................................................. 48 Using the Touchpad .......................................................................................49Touchpad 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 chapters 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 1 2 3 HDMI 1 3 110V-220V 2 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
2 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 14 - Top Side
14 Notebook PC User Manual Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. 4 5 6 7 3 2 1 9 14” model Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 16 - Camera
16 Notebook PC User Manual Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications. Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone c...
Page 17 - Keyboard
Notebook PC User Manual 17 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. Two Windows function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad...
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. 14” model 1 2 2 1 3 4 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
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 - Right Side; Optical Drive
Notebook PC User Manual 21 Right Side 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 3 4 1 5 8 6 7 HDMI 9 10 5 11 12 6 7 13 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 recordabl...
Page 22 - Optical Drive Electronic Eject
22 Notebook PC User Manual 5 6 Optical Drive Electronic Eject The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows “Computer” and selecting Eject. Optical D...
Page 23 - Flash Memory Slot
Notebook PC User Manual 23 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 use the...
Page 24 - Left Side; Kensington® Lock Port
24 Notebook PC User Manual Left Side 1 2 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 removed from a f...
Page 25 - HDMI Port
Notebook PC User Manual 25 4 HDMI HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV ). Sup...
Page 26 - Rear Side; Battery Pack
26 Notebook PC User Manual Rear Side Front Side Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery tim...
Page 27 - Getting Started
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Page 28 - Power System; Using AC Power
28 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 30 - To install the battery pack:; Using Battery Power; Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
30 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 31 - To remove the battery pack:; Battery Care
Notebook PC User Manual 31 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 32 - Powering ON the Notebook PC
32 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 33 - Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology; click
Notebook PC User Manual 33 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 34 - Checking Battery Power
34 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 35 - Charging the Battery Pack
Notebook PC User Manual 35 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 36 - Power Options; Restarting or Rebooting; Restart
36 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 37 - Emergency Shutdown
Notebook PC User Manual 37 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 38 - Sleep and Hibernate; button and the
38 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 39 - Thermal Power Control; Hibernate
Notebook PC User Manual 39 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 40 - Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode; Special Keyboard Functions; Colored Hot Keys
40 Notebook PC User Manual 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 sleep b...
Page 41 - NOTE: Must connect an external monitor
Notebook PC User Manual 41 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 42 - This key toggles; Microsoft Windows Keys
42 Notebook PC User Manual 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 43 - Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad; With Number Lock OFF; ] and one of the pointer keys; With Number Lock ON
Notebook PC User Manual 43 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 and Status Indicators; Switches; Power Switch
Notebook PC User Manual 45 Switches and Status Indicators Switches 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.” The power swit...
Page 46 - Status Indicators; Front
46 Notebook PC User Manual Status Indicators esc f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 f9 f10 f11 f12 pause prt sc sysrq delete backspace home home num lk scr lk 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 lock 14” model 15.6”/16...
Page 47 - Power Indicator
Notebook PC User Manual 47 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) mode. Battery Charge ...
Page 48 - Number Lock Indicator
48 Notebook PC User Manual Number Lock Indicator Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. C...
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 - Use three
54 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 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 - ELAN; on the top and click; Disable when external USB; to finish the configuration.
56 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 57 - Storage Devices; Flash Memory Card Reader
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. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such a...
Page 58 - Hard Disk Drive
58 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 59 - Removing the hard disk drive:
Notebook PC User Manual 59 1 Removing the hard disk drive: Installing the hard disk drive: 2 1 2 The actual location of the hard disk drive differs by models. Refer to the previous chapter to locate the hard disk drive. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 60 - Installing a Memory Card:
60 Notebook PC User Manual Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 ( This is only an example.) 3 ( This is only an example.) Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information...
Page 61 - Connections; Network Connection
Notebook PC User Manual 61 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 63 - Toggles the light sensor ON and OFF; Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models)
Notebook PC User Manual 63 Fn+A (on selected models): Toggles the light sensor ON and OFF 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 b...
Page 64 - Infrastructure mode
64 Notebook PC User Manual 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 65 - Windows Wireless Network Connection; Connecting to a network; Connect; Refresh
Notebook PC User Manual 65 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 66 - You can see the wireless network icon
66 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 67 - Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones; Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility; This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices.
Notebook PC User Manual 67 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 69 - device from the list and click; Next; Enter the Bluetooth security; Close; to finish the setting.
Notebook PC User Manual 69 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 70 - Software; ASUS Scene Switch; Launching Scene Switch; Launch Scene Switch by clicking; Start; Customizing screen modes
70 Notebook PC User Manual Software ASUS Scene Switch ASUS Scene Switch allows you to customize two screen modes in terms of Wallpaper, Mute, Output modes, Hide desktop icons and Disable screensaver. Launching Scene Switch Launch Scene Switch by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility >...
Page 71 - Using Scene Switch; Launching Secure Delete; ASUS Secure Delete; Using Secure Delete
Notebook PC User Manual 71 Using Scene Switch Press the ASUS Scene Switch Key on the Notebook PC or <Fn> + <1> to switch among two custom modes and one general mode. ASUS Secure Delete ASUS Secure Delete allows you completely delete your confidential data with an easy-to-use interface. L...
Page 72 - The files have been deleted; Clear; . The files will not; OK; to start the
72 Notebook PC User Manual To remove a file from the list, click the file and then , or simply drag the file out of the screen. Press <Ctrl> and click or press <Shift> and click to select and deselect the items. 4. The files have been deleted permanently. To delete more files, repeat the...
Page 73 - Back Up; PowerRecover
Notebook PC User Manual 73 PowerRecover PowerRecover is a system backup and recovery solution that helps protect your computer from data system crashes and hard disk failures. You can restore your computer with the back up image. Back Up To back up your system partition to an image file: 1. Launch P...
Page 74 - Create System Recovery Media; Select the media type and
74 Notebook PC User Manual Create System Recovery Media To create a recovery (or rescue) media: 1. Launch PowerRecover from the Windows start menu. 2. Click Create System Recovery Media . 3. Select the media type and click Next to continue. 4. Select the recovery disk (or rescue disk) that you want ...
Page 75 - System Restore Under Windows PE
Notebook PC User Manual 75 System Restore Under Windows PE To restore your system under Windows PE: 1. Launch PowerRecover and click System Restore. 2. Select a desired image for restoring and click Next . 3. Select a recovery point and click Next . 4. Select the target disk drive to recover and cli...
Page 76 - Back Up Data Under Windows PE
76 Notebook PC User Manual Back Up Data Under Windows PE To back up data under Windows PE: 1. Launch PowerRecover and click Back Up My Data. 2. Select desired files or folders to back up and click Next . 3. Select a backup location and type a name for this backup image file. Click Next to continue. ...
Page 77 - Appendix
Page 78 - 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 79 - 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 80 - 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 . 2. Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1 . The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Downloaded from L...
Page 81 - Security Setting; Administrator Password and User Password; or; User; Administrator Password
Notebook PC User Manual A-5 Security Setting Administrator Password and User Password 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...
Page 82 - 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 83 - 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 84 - HDD Password; in the; HDD Security Configuration; 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, select the HDD X: XXXXXXXX in the HDD Security Configuration field. 2. Click Set Master Password , type in a password and press [Enter]. 3. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter].4. Click Set User ...
Page 85 - 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. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 86 - 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 87 - 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 88 - 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 89 - 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 90 - 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 91 - Software Problem - BIOS; Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the; You must “Restore Defaults” on the Exit page after updating
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 92 - 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 93 - Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions.; Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery; Creating the Recovery DVD:; icon on the Window; to start
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 94 - Using the Recovery DVD:
A-18 Notebook PC User Manual 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 95 - DVD-ROM Drive Information; Regional Playback Information
Notebook PC User Manual A-19 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 96 - Region Definitions; China
A-20 Notebook PC User Manual 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 97 - Region A
Notebook PC User Manual A-21 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 98 - Internal Modem Compliancy; Overview
A-22 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 99 - Network Compatibility Declaration
Notebook PC User Manual A-23 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 100 - Country
A-24 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 102 - Declarations and Safety Statements; Federal Communications Commission Statement; This device may not cause harmful interference.
A-26 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 103 - The following items were completed and are considered relevant
Notebook PC User Manual A-27 (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 104 - 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-28 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 105 - Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
Notebook PC User Manual A-29 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 107 - UL Safety Notices; DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Notebook PC User Manual A-31 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 108 - Power Safety Requirement; than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to:; REACH
A-32 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 109 - ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного
Notebook PC User Manual A-33 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 110 - Optical Drive Safety Information
A-34 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 111 - Macrovision Corporation Product Notice; unless otherwise
Notebook PC User Manual A-35 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 113 - Spanish
Notebook PC User Manual A-37 Spanish Swedish Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals
Page 114 - European Union Eco-label; Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by; ENERGY STAR complied product
A-38 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 115 - EU REACH SVHC; Takeback Services
Notebook PC User Manual A-39 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 116 - Copyright Information; Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
A-40 Notebook PC User Manual 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 117 - Limitation of Liability; Visit our multi-language web site at
Notebook PC User Manual A-41 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...