Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product N50VC Asus
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Notebook PC Hardware User’s Manual E4017/ August 2008.
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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 <000> Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
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 information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User ’ s Manuals: 1.
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 conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (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 infor- mation on using your Notebook PC.
10 1 Introducing the Notebook PC.
1 1 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual.
12 2 Knowing the Parts 5 4 7 8 9 6 1 2 3 1 2 1 3 1 1 1 0 T op Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.
13 Knowing the Parts 2 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software.
14 2 Knowing the Parts T ouchpad and Buttons The tou chpa d wi th its butt ons is a po inti ng d evic e th at provi des the sam e fu ncti ons as a de sk- top mous e. A softw are-c ontr olle d scr olli ng funct ion is ava ilab le afte r set ting up the inc lude d tou chpa d uti lity to allow eas y W indo ws o r web nav igat ion.
15 Knowing the Parts 2 Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 W ARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han- dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
16 2 Knowing the Parts 1 2 3 4 Battery Lock - Spring T h e s p r i ng b a t te r y l o ck i s u s e d t o k e e p t h e b a t t e ry p a c k s e cu r e d. Wh e n t h e b a t t er y p a c k i s i n s e r te d , i t w i l l a u t o m at i c al l y lo c k .
17 Knowing the Parts 2 Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 8 5 1 2 3 4 Power (DC) Input The su pplie d p ower ada pter co nver ts AC pow er to D C p ower fo r us e w ith this ja ck.
18 2 Knowing the Parts 5 6 7 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The US B ( Univ ersal Se rial Bu s) port is co mpati ble wit h U SB 2.0 or USB 1.1 de vice s s uch as key boar ds, poin ting devi ces, came ras, hard disk dri ves, pri nter s, and scan ners conn ecte d in a ser ies up to 12M bits /sec ( USB 1.
19 Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 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.
20 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 Air V ents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC.
21 Knowing the Parts 2 3 4 Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light.
22 2 Knowing the Parts.
23 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 Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
24 3 Getting Started IMPORT ANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Note- book PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter , seek servicing.
25 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.
26 3 Getting Started W ARNING! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in re, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery . If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact an authorized service center .
27 Getting Started 3 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.
28 3 Getting Started Y ou will be warned when battery power is low . If you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Note- book PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). W ARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de- pleted.
29 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 destruc- tion of your data.
30 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.
31 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.
32 3 Getting Started Colored Hot Keys (cont.) Fn + C: T og gl es “ Sp le nd id V id eo I nt el li gen t T ec hn o l- ogy ” fun ctio n ON and O FF .
33 Getting Started 3 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 W in- dows desktop.
34 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 many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time.
35 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) 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 W indows Control Panel “Power Options.
36 3 Getting Started Status Indicators Front Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’ s power as follows: ON: The Notebook PC’ s battery is charging when AC power is connected.
37 Getting Started 3 Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows 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.
38 3 Getting Started CD Play/Pause During CD stop, begins CD play . During CD play , pauses CD play . CD Stop During CD stop: Ejects the CD tray . During CD play: Stops CD play . CD Skip to Next T rack (Fast Forward) & Audio V olume Up During CD play , this button has two functions: T rack: Push once to skip to the next track during CD playing.
39 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk drive Memory (RAM) Connections Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection (o.
40 4 Using the Notebook PC IMPORT ANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your nger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’s surface. Pointing Device The Notebook PC’ s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-but- ton and scrolling knob PS/2 mice.
41 Using the Notebook PC 4 Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program.
42 4 Using the Notebook PC The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the sur- face too hard. T apping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touch- pad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure. Caring for the T ouchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive.
43 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.
44 4 Using the Notebook PC Flash Memory Card Holder (on selected models) The dummy expansion card that comes with the Notebook PC can function as a memory card holder , which protects the conductors of your ash memory card.
45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. Whi le th e Note book PC’ s pow er is ON, pr ess the driv e’ s eject button and the tray will eject out partially . 2. Gently pull on the drive’ s front panel and slide the t ray comp letely out.
46 4 Using the Notebook PC Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub. CD- R 1 2 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.
47 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 ash memory cards as shown in the example below .
48 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than oppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replace - able hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.
49 Using the Notebook PC 4 1 Installing the hard disk drive: 2.
50 4 Using the Notebook PC Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 (This is only an example�) 3 (This is only an example�) Memory (RAM) Ad diti ona l me mor y wi ll i ncr ease app lic ati on p erf orm ance by decr eas ing har d di sk acc ess.
51 Using the Notebook PC 4 The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, net- work can be installed as an expansion card. Connections Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller .
52 4 Using the Notebook PC These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network� Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Access Point Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter .
53 Using the Notebook PC 4 2 � Pr es s [ FN F 2] r ep ea te dl y u nt i l W i re le ss LA N ON o r WL AN & B lu et o ot h ON i s sh ow n � Windows W ireless Network Connection Connecting to a .
54 4 Using the Notebook PC 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.
55 Using the Notebook PC 4 Antenna Connections (on selected models) This page shows multimedia connections for TV T uner Models. TV and radio features require built-in modules only on selected models. DTV antenna connection Connect the provided digital TV antenna to the Notebook PC using the cable adapter .
56 4 Using the Notebook PC T rusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) The TPM, or T rusted Platform Module, is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer-generated keys for encryption.
57 Using the Notebook PC 4 F in g e r p r i n t R e g i s t r a t i o n ( o n se l ec t e d m o d e l s ) The ngerprint scanner can be used for instant and secure user authentication. These instructions will show you how to setup the ngerprint registration.
58 4 Using the Notebook PC 5 � Se le ct a f in ge r o n t he i ll us tr at io n an d s w ip e th e cor respo nding fin ger on the scan ner slow ly � Y ou mu st sw ip e yo ur fi ng er mu l ti pl e .
59 Using the Notebook PC 4 3G W atcher (on selected models and in selected territories) The 3G (1) W atcher software application will allow your Notebook PC to connect to 3G wireless net- works normally used by 3G mobile phones. When connected, your Notebook PC can connect to the Internet just like using a wireless network.
60 4 Using the Notebook PC 3 � O nc e a 3 G ne t wo rk ha s be en di s co ve re d, cl i ck C on ne ct to m ak e a w ir el es s ne tw or k co nn ec - ti on � 4� O nc e co nn ec t ed , th e Co nn .
61 Using the Notebook PC 4 W atcher window Icons and indicators on the main window The main W atcher window provides status information and allows you to initiate and monitor data connections or make and receive phone calls (if voice is supported by your 3G modem and your ser- vice provider).
62 4 Using the Notebook PC Roaming. Y ou are connected to a network other than your local service provider ’ s. There may be a surcharge for roaming service. (This service may not be available.) New SMS message. Click the icon to open the SMS Express window and read your messag- es.
A-1 Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statemen.
A Appendix A-2 Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB as h memor y disk is an opt ional ite m that can rep lace the 1.4 4MB op py dis k and prov ide stor age u p to s ever al hu ndre d meg abyt es, highe r tra nsfe r sp eeds , and great er dura bili ty.
Appendix A A-3 Optional Connections These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow W indows navigation to be more comfortable.
A Appendix A-4 R E S E T OFF ON 4 � P re pa re th e Bl u et oo th m ou se � • In st al l t wo “ AA ” ba tt er i es � • T ur n ON th e po we r sw it ch on th e bo tt om of th e m ou se .
Appendix A A-5 “R ES ET ” ma y b e ne ce ss ar y a ft er c ha ng in g b at te ri es . Rep ea t st ep s if ne ce ss ar y . 5 � Cl ic k Ne xt wh en t he B lu et o ot h mo us e is r e ad y � 6 .
A Appendix A-6 Support Software This No tebook PC com es with a supp ort disc tha t provides BIOS, driver s and applic ations to enable hardware features, extend functionality , help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system.
Appendix A A-7 System BIOS Settings Boot Device 2� Select each item and press [ Enter ] to select a device� 1� On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority . Security Setting 1� On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or Change User Password.
A Appendix A-8 Password Check Select whether to ask for a password during bootup (Always) or only when entering the BIOS setup utility (Setup)� Select the level of access to allow the “User Passwo.
Appendix A A-9 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 A-10 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 A-1 1 Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, ther e will be an “Open policy le error” message. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem. It is available on the ASUS website.
A Appendix A-12 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 A-13 Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS) 1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a T r ojan virus from 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 A-14 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 A-15 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 A-16 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 A-17 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 A-18 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 A-19 Glossary (Cont.) Laser Classications As la sers bec ame mo re num erous and mor e wide ly used , the ne ed to wa rn user s of las er haz ards be came app aren t.
A Appendix A-20 Glossary (Cont.) Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specied amount of time or manually using the function keys.
Appendix A A-21 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 inst all your own DVD viewer sof tware. Opti onal DVD view er software may be purchas ed with this Notebook PC.
A Appendix A-22 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 98/48 2/EC fo r pa n-Eu ropea n s ingle te rmina l c onne ction to th e p ublic sw itche d t eleph one netw ork (PSTN).
Appendix A A-23 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 .
A Appendix A-24 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 int.
Appendix A A-25 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 A-26 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 A-27 UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating volt.
A Appendix A-28 European Union Eco-label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the fol- lowing characteristic: 1. Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes 2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals 3.
Appendix A A-29 T akeback and Recycling Old c ompute rs, not ebook co mpute rs, and other el ectron ic equi pment c ontain hazard ous che micals that ca n be harmful to the environment when disposed in a landll with trash.
A Appendix A-30 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 A-31 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 A-32 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 A-34 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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