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Notebook PC Hardware User’s Manual H D M I E - S A T A EXPRESS E3101 / Mar 2007 <---.
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5 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
6 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Y ou are reading the Notebook PC User ’ s Manual. This User’ s Manual provides informa- tion on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User ’ s Manuals: 1.
7 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 qualied personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
8 1 Introducing the Notebook PC CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conv eyor belts), magne tic detec tors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items).
9 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed informa - tion on using your Notebook PC.
10 1 Introducing the Notebook PC.
1 1 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: 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 1 T op Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOT E: The keyboard will be different for each territory . 4 3 2 1 7 6 8 9 5 1 1 1 0 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use.
13 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. T ouchpad and Buttons The t ouc hp ad wi th its b ut ton s is a poi nt ing d evi ce t hat p rov ide s th e sam e fun ct ion s as a des k- top mouse .
14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 6 5 7 2 3 1 4 W ARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handlin g the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
15 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 1 6 7 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment T h e m e m o r y c o m p a r t m e n t p r o v i d e s e x p a n s i o n c a p a b i l i t i e s f o r a d d i t i o n a l m e m o r y .
16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 2 3 4 1 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display .
17 Knowing the Parts 2 8 10 7 6 9 1 1 12 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Un ive rsa l Seria l Bu s) port is c om pat ibl e wi th USB 2. 0 or U SB 1 .1 d ev ice s su ch as key boa rd s, poi nti ng dev ice s, camer as, hard dis k driv es, prin ter s, and scann ers conne ct ed in a ser ies up t o 12M bi ts/ sec (US B 1.
18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 2 3 1 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 work.
19 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 1 3 4 2 Infrared Port (IrDA) (front side or right side depending on model) Th.
20 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 4 1 2 3 1 2 Kensington ® Lock Port The Ke ns ing ton ® l ock p ort al lo ws the N ote boo k P C to be se cur ed us ing Ke ns ing ton ® c om- pat ibl e Noteb oo k PC se cur ity pr odu cts .
21 3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
22 3 Getting Started <--- IMPORT ANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook 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 servic- ing.
23 Getting Started 3 IMPORT ANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.
24 3 Getting Started IMPORT ANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility , you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing.
25 Getting Started 3 NO T E: Y ou wi ll be war ned whe n ba tt e ry pow e r is lo w . If you con tin ue to ig no r e th e low bat ter y wa r ni n gs , t h e N ot e bo o k P C e ve n tu a ll y e n te r s s us p en d m o de (W ind o ws de f au l t u se s S T R) .
26 3 Getting Started W ARNING! 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.
27 Getting Started 3 IMPORT ANT! T o protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. IMPORT ANT! Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data.
28 3 Getting Started <--- Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’ s thermal state. These power control cannot be congured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states.
29 Getting Started 3 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following denes the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’ s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by rst pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.
30 3 Getting Started Colored Hot Keys (cont.) Scr Lk (Del): T oggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF . Allows you to use a lar ger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Num Lk (Ins) : T oggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF . Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering.
31 Getting Started 3 NOTE: The red arrows are illustrated here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here. Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special W indows keys on the keyboard as described below . The key with the W indows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Win- dows desktop.
32 3 Getting Started Switches Switches and Status Indicators Power4Gear eXtreme Key The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control man y as pec ts of the Note bo ok PC to maxi mi ze perf or ma nce vers us battery time.
33 Getting Started 3 Status Indicators T op Capital Lock Indicator Indica tes that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activa ted when lighted. Capital lock allow s some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF , the typed letters will be in the lower case form (e.
34 4 Using the Notebook PC CD Play/Pause During CD stop, begins CD play . During CD play , pauses CD play . CD Stop During CD stop: Ejects the CD tray .
35 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk drive Memory (RAM) Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless .
36 4 Using the Notebook PC IMPORT ANT! Do not use any objects in place of your nger to operate the touch - pad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface. Pointing Device The Notebook PC’ s integrated touchpad po inting device is fully compatible with all two/three-but- ton and scrolling knob PS/2 mice.
37 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 cursor over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program.
38 4 Using the Notebook PC NOTE: The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. T apping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Caring for the T ouchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive.
39 Using the Notebook PC 4 Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other les to various data storage devices.
40 4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. Whi le the Noteb ook PC’ s powe r is ON, pre ss 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 com plet ely out.
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.
42 4 Using the Notebook PC Memory Stick Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG (with MS adapater) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick Magic Gate (MG) Memory Stick Select SD (Secure Digital) MiniSD (with SD adapter) Memory Sti.
43 Using the Notebook PC 4 Removing/Installing the screws: Removing/Installing the drive: 6 5 7 2 3 1 4 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard dis k driv e is secur ed in a comp art men t. V isi t an authorized service center or retailer for informa- tion on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC.
44 4 Using the Notebook PC Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 6 5 7 2 3 1 4 3 3 The memory compartm ent provid es expansi on ca- pab ili ti es for addit ion al mem ory . V isit an aut ho riz ed ser vic e cen te r or ret ai ler for in for mat io n on mem or y upgrades for your Notebook PC.
45 Using the Notebook PC 4 NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, modem and/or network can be installed as an expansion card. CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26A WG or higher .
46 4 Using the Notebook PC W ARNING! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the RJ-1 1 to digital phone system.
47 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 .
48 4 Using the Notebook PC <--- 2 � Pr e s s [F N F2 ] re p e a t e dl y un ti l Wi re l e s s LA N O N or W L A N & B l u e t o ot h O N i s s ho w n � Windows W ireless Network Connection.
49 Using the Notebook PC 4 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.
50 4 Using the Notebook PC <--- T rusted 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.
51 Using the Notebook PC 4 Fingerprint Registration (on selected models) The ngerprint scanner can be used for instant and secure user authentication.
52 4 Using the Notebook PC 5 . Se l e c t a n g er on t he di a g r am an d sw ip e t h e cor res pon din g nger on the scann er slow ly . Y ou mu st sw ip e y o u r n g er m u lt ip l e ti m e s fo r v e ri c at i o n .
53 Using the Notebook PC 4 Antenna Connections (on selected models) This page shows multimedia connections for TV T uner and/or FM Radio Models. TV and radio features require built-in modules only on selected models. DTV/FM antenna connection Connect the provided digital TV/FM radio antenna to the Notebook PC using the cable adapter .
54 4 Using the Notebook PC.
Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements N.
A Appendix Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB as h mem ory dis k is an opt ion al item that can repl ace the 1.44 MB oppy dis k and prov ide stor age up to seve ra l hund re d meg aby te s, hig he r tra nsf er speed s, and gr eat er dura bil ity .
Appendix A 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 W indows navigation to be more comfortable.
A Appendix R E S E T OFF ON 5� P re pa r e t h e Bl u e t o o th m o u s e � • I ns t a ll t w o “ A A” b a t t e r i es � • T ur n ON th e po w e r s w it ch on th e bo t t o m o f th e.
Appendix A No te: “R ESE T” m ay be ne c es sar y a f te r c han g in g b att e ri es. Re p ea t s tep s i f n ece s sa ry . 6� C li ck N e x t wh e n t h e Bl u e t o o th m o u s e is r e a d .
A Appendix Support Software This Notebo ok PC comes with a suppo rt disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applicat ions to enable hardware features, extend functionality , help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system.
Appendix A System BIOS Settings Boot Device Battery Calibration (on selected models) 2. Select each item and press [ Enter ] to select a device. 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority . 1. On the Power screen, select Start Battery Calibration .
A Appendix Security Setting 1� On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password. 2� T ype in a password and press [ Enter ]� 3� Re-type the password and press [ Enter ].
Appendix 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.
A Appendix 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.
Appendix A Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, ther e will be an “Open policy le err or” message. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem. It is available on the ASUS website.
A Appendix Software Problem - BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Please verify the Notebook PC’ s exact model and download the latest BIOS le for your model from the ASUS website. 2. Use the “WINFLASH” utility to update your BIOS. The utility can be found in your Driver & Utility CD that came with your Notebook PC.
Appendix A Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS) 1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a T rojan virus fr om a local IP address. This problem can be solved by making sure the virus denition le is the latest one and regularly updating the virus denition le.
A Appendix 1 1. Insufcient privilege message. Many settings, including disabling or uninstalling NIS, require you to be logged into W indows with Administrator privileges. Log Off and switch to a user account with Administrator privileges. Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.
Appendix A Windows V ista 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 .
A Appendix Windows V ista 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 .
Appendix A Glossary ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.
A Appendix CPU (Central Processing Unit) The CPU, sometimes called “Processor ,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer . It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory .
Appendix A Glossary (Cont.) Kensington ® Locks Kensington ® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a xed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
A Appendix Glossary (Cont.) RAM (Random Access Memory) RAM (usually just called memory) is the place in a computer where the operating system, applica- tion programs, and data in current use are tempo.
Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles , you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optio nal DVD viewer software may be purcha sed with this Notebook PC.
A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JA TE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan), 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 switched telephone network (PSTN).
Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard . Country Applied More T esting Austria 1 Y es No Belgium Y es No Czech Republic No Not A.
A Appendix 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 • Thi s devi ce mus t acce pt any int er fere nc e rece iv ed, incl ud ing inte rf eren ce tha t may caus e un de sire d ope rat io n.
Appendix A R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufcient for the R&TTE (Radio & T elecommunications T erminal Equipment) directive: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.
A Appendix 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.
Appendix A 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 t.
A Appendix 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.
Appendix A Service warning label W ARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specied 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 service provider .
A Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish.
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A Appendix Notebook PC Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support.
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