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E2177 / Jul 2005 Notebook PC Hardware User ’ s Manual.
2 Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC .................................................................. 5 About This User ’s Manual .......................................................................................... 6 Notes For This Manual .
3 Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 33 Models with Sonoma chipset .............................................................................. 34 Operating System ............
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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.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 6 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 qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
1 Introducing the Notebook PC 8 T ransportation Precautions T o prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and discon- nect 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 surface during transport.
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. 1. Install the battery pack 3. Open the Display Panel 4.
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11 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC.
12 2 Knowing the Parts T op Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. ON OFF 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 W ARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel .
13 Knowing the Parts 2 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy W indows or web navigation.
14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Some labels identify components inside removable panels. IMPORT ANT! 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.
15 Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically char ged when 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 time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.
16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 1394 Port IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot- plugging capabilities like USB.
17 Knowing the Parts 2 Optical Drive The ASUS Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The ASUS Notebook PC’ s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (R W) capabilities.
18 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected.
19 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 W ARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table.
20 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 6 8 5 7 Audio Volume Control The Notebook PC’ s audio volume can be instantly adjusted using the physical dial to make listening to music or watching movies more convenient.
21 Knowing the Parts 2 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORT ANT! Make sure that paper , books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may occur .
22 2 Knowing the Parts.
23 3. Getting Started Power System Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions.
24 3 Getting Started NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory . If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC.
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 The Power-On Self T est (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power -On Self T est (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’ s architecture.
27 Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the W indows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of char ge left in the battery . A fully-char ged bat- tery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power .
28 3 Getting Started Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some instal- lation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart. T o restart the system manually , click W indows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart .
29 Getting Started 3 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’ s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.
30 3 Getting Started Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and con- sists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more con- venient. These dual-purpose keys are labeled in orange on the key caps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right hand corner of each key as shown in the figure.
31 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators Power4 Gear Key The Power4 Gear button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power sav- ing modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time during various events.
32 3 Getting Started Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator is an LED that shows the status of the battery’ s power as follows: ON: When turned ON or OFF - The Notebook PC’ s battery is charging when AC power is connected.
33 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Modem Connection Network Connection Power Management Modes.
34 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may of fer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed operating system such as Microsoft W indows XP . The choices and languages will depend on the territory . The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system.
35 Using the Notebook PC 4 IMPORT ANT! Do not use any objects in place of your finger 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-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice.
36 4 Using the Notebook PC 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.
37 Using the Notebook PC 4 Caring for the T ouchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for , it can be easily damaged. T ake note of the following precautions. • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease.
38 4 Using the Notebook PC Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices.
39 Using the Notebook PC 4 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 1. Press in the toggle eject button and release. The recessed spring loaded toggle button will extend when pushed in and released. 2. Press the extended button again to eject the PC Card. Carefully pull the ejected PC card out of the socket.
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 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 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a PCMCIA 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.
43 Using the Notebook PC 4 CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26A WG or higher . (see Glossary for more information) NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode) or else you will disconnect the modem connection.
44 4 Using the Notebook PC Fast-Ethernet Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100 BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 or better (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring.
45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower T otal Cost of Ownership (TCO). Y ou can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup.
46 4 Using the Notebook PC Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT “Stand by” • “Stand by” through W indows Start button, • Any device • T imer as set though “Power Management.
47 Using the Notebook PC 4 Stand by and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the W indows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in W indows. Y ou can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode.
48 4 Using the Notebook PC.
49 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information.
50 A Appendix 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.
51 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Card The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIA T ype II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.
52 A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub.
53 Appendix A Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.
54 A Appendix Byte (Binary Term) One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character , punctuation mark, or other symbol. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor ’ s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle.
55 Appendix A 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 fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
56 A Appendix POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer , it will first run through the POST , a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory , the motherboard circuitry , the display , the key- board, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices.
57 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. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC.
58 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).
59 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied Mor e T esting Austria 1 Ye s N o Belgium Y es No Czech Republic No N.
60 A Appendix (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington DC: Office of the Federal Register , National Archives and Records Administration, U.
61 Appendix A FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Y our device contains a low power transmitter . When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.
62 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.
63 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 voltag.
64 A Appendix Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) 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.
65 Appendix A Service warning label W ARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified 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 .
66 A Appendix Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem).
67 Appendix A.
68 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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