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Notebook PC Hardware User’s Manual E3354 / Aug 2007.
2 Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual ....................................... ................................................... 6 Notes For This Manual.......................................... ......
3 Contents Switches and Status Indicators ................................. ............................................... 31 Switches....................................................... ........................................................ 31 Status Indicators .
4 Contents.
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 pur poses 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 us e 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 ser vicing to quali fi ed personnel.
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. R ead the later pages for detailed informa- tion on using your Notebook PC.
10 1 Introducing the Notebook PC.
11 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic pur poses only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.
12 2 Knowing the Parts 2 1 3 4 6 9 8 7 5 10 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 .
13 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this s ide of the Notebook PC. W ARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be ca reful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in op eration.
15 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 1 8 6 7 5 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory . Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS au- tomatically detects the amount of memory in the system and con fi gures accordingly .
16 2 Knowing the Parts 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.
17 Knowing the Parts 2 6 5 ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one Express Card/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster b y using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parall el bus used in the PC card slot.
18 2 Knowing the Parts 2 3 4 1 5 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.
19 Knowing the Parts 2 6 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disab les the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
20 2 Knowing the Parts 1 Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 3 4 1 2 Modem Port The RJ-1 1 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable.
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 pur poses 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 runn ing a software disk checking utility , you should take your Notebook PC in for servi cing.
25 Getting Started 3 NOTE: Y ou will be warned when battery power is low. If you cont inue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). W ARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the batt ery power is depleted.
26 3 Getting Started 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 w ritten; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data.
27 Getting Started 3 Sleep and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the W indows > Control Panel > Power Options . In System Settings , you can de fi ne “Sleep/Hibernate” or “Shut Down” for closing the display panel or pressing the po wer button.
28 3 Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following de fi nes the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’ s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by fi rst pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.
29 Getting Started 3 Colored Hot Keys (cont.) 1.3 MEGA PIXELS Scr Lk (Del): T oggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF . Allows you to use a larg er portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Num Lk (Ins) : T oggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF .
30 3 Getting Started NOTE: The red arrows are illustrated here for your reference. T hey 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 W in- dows desktop.
31 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting th e Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can b e customized in W indows Control Panel “Power Options.
32 3 Getting Started Status Indicators 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 connect ed. OFF: The Notebook PC’ s battery is charged or completely drained.
33 Using the Notebook PC 4 CD Play/Pause During CD stop, begins CD play . During CD play , pauses CD play . CD Stop During CD stop: Ejects the CD tray .
34 4 Using the Notebook PC.
35 NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic pur poses only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expa.
36 4 Using the Notebook PC IMPORT ANT! Do not use any objects in place of your fi nger to operate the touch- pad 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.
37 Using the Notebook PC 4 Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from t he 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 re sponsiveness 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 document s, pictures, and other fi les to various data storage devices.
40 4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’ s power is ON, press 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 completely out.
41 Using the Notebook PC 4 Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub. The emergency eject is located in a hole on the op- tical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work.
42 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 dis k drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD.
43 Using the Notebook PC 4 IMPORT ANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after readi ng, copying, format- ting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur .
44 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. V isit an authorized service center or retailer for informa- tion on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability .
45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: 3 Memory Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion ca- pabilities for additional memory . V isit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC.
46 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 .
47 Using the Notebook PC 4 Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller . Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Note- book PC and the other end to a hub or switch.
48 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 wir eless Ethernet adapter .
49 Using the Notebook PC 4 2. Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Wireless LAN ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. Windows W ireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 4. Right click on the network icon and select Connect to a network . 3. Y ou should see the “Not Connected” network icon.
50 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 device s may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs.
51 Using the Notebook PC 4 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.
52 4 Using the Notebook PC 1.3 MEGA PIXELS Fingerprint Registration (on selected models) The fi ngerprint scanner can be used for instant and secure user authe ntication. These instructions will show you how to setup the fi ngerprint registration. 1.
53 Using the Notebook PC 4 5. Select a fi nger on the diagram and swipe the corresponding fi nger on the scanner slowly . Y ou must swipe your fi nger multiple times for veri fi cation. Y ou must register at least two fi ngers to decrease the chance of any problems.
54 4 Using the Notebook PC 3G W atcher Software (on selected models) The 3G (1) W atcher software application will allow your Notebook PC to co nnect to 3G wire- less networks normally used by 3G mobile phones. When connected , your Notebook PC can connect to the Internet just like using a wireless network.
55 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 con- nections or make and receive phone calls (if voice is supported by your 3G modem and your service provider).
56 4 Using the Notebook PC Roaming. Y ou are connected to a network other than your local service p rovider ’ s. There may be a surcharge for roaming service. (This service may not be av ailable.) New SMS message. Click the icon to open the SMS Express window and read your me ssages.
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 y our Notebook PC. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB fl ash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB fl oppy disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability.
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. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse. • Install two “AA” batteries. • T urn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. The bottom sensor should glow red. • Push the “RESET” button on the bottom of the Bluetooth mouse.
Appendix A A-5 Note: “RESET” may be necessary after changing batteries. Repeat steps if necessary . 5. Click Next when the Bluetooth mouse is ready . 6. A list of nearby Bluetooth devices will be shown. Select the Bluetooth mouse and click Next . 7.
A Appendix A-6 Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality , help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system.
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 Password” to have in the BIOS setup utility .
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 fi le error” message. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve y our 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 fi 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 rojan virus from a local IP add ress. This problem can be solved by making sure the virus de fi nition fi le is the latest one and regularly updating the virus de fi nition fi le.
A Appendix A-14 1 1. Insuf fi cient 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 syste m, 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, dri vers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory .
Appendix A A-17 Glossary ACPI (Advanced Con fi guration 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 memo ry .
Appendix A A-19 Glossary (Cont.) Laser Classi fi cations As lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards became apparent.
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 e nters Suspend when the system remains idle for a speci fi ed 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 install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC.
A Appendix A-22 Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JA TE (J apan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in acc ordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN).
Appendix A A-23 Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standa rd . Country Applied More T esting Austria 1 Y e s N o B e l g i u m Y e s N o Czech R.
A Appendix A-24 Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subje ct to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Appendix A A-25 R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and suf fi cient 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 wors t 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) eq uipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating vol.
A Appendix A-28 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 . Di spose of used bat- teries according to the manufacturer ’ s instructions.
Appendix A A-29 Service warning label W ARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those speci fi ed 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-30 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-32 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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